Devil's Prisoner of Love by Prefer

Finally, the topic was drawn out. Aurora watched as the two sides erupted into heated arguments. Just as the files had described, the family had indeed split into two

factions.

Aurora and Mio, the two individuals at the heart of the storm, remained silent. Mio, for his part, held his composure, understanding it was not the right time to speak.

For about ten minutes, the room buzzed with sharp exchanges. Everyone was repeating the same points without making any progress.

"Have you all argued enough? Should I pour you some more tea so you can continue?" Aurora's lazy voice cut through the noise. Instantly, the room fell silent, and all eyes turned to her.

"Miss Aurora, then what do you think we should do?" someone asked.

"You're asking me?" Aurora replied with a sly smile. "Why not ask my dear cousin instead? Surely, he must have some plans." Her gaze landed on Mio, her smile teasing.

Mio met her eyes, recognizing the deliberate provocation. Yet, he maintained his calm demeanor, responding with a measured smile.

"First of all, I am genuinely happy that Aurora has returned to the family. For a long time, we regretted that the late master didn't have any children. Now, knowing she does-and such an exceptional one at that-I am truly delighted for her.

"Though Aurora left the family for a time, she was raised here and learned many skills from a young age. Even after leaving, she has the capability to return and govern the family.

"But you are different, Aurora. You've spent all these years away, and your abilities can't possibly compare to the late master's. If this were an ordinary family, it might not matter.

"Our R family, however, is renowned internationally, with industries spanning the globe across various sectors. Managing all this requires professional training and experience. I was groomed by the family from a young age. While I may not be a genius, I am at least well-versed.

Aurora. I worry that placing such a vast family under your management

power out of selfishness. As a member of this family, it is my duty

power, yet he made it sound as if he was doing her a favor, painting her as incompetent

has no prior exposure to this. Finance is not a child's game. As head of the family, managing such a large enterprise means that even one wrong decision could bring the family to ruin. "My personal suggestion is that Miss Aurora should spend a few years gaining experience within the company first. For now, Mio can continue managing the family. Once Miss Aurora is ready, Mio can hand over the position

could see through their intentions. She knew exactly what

her mother's leadership, and Mio had only been a vice president with limited power. Recently, taking advantage of her mother's illness, Mio had managed to seize control of

the line, who knew what the company would look like? Even if Mio handed it over by then, it

future. Aurora

to echo Mr.

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also agree

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"The family's traditions have always dictated that the daughter of the current head succeeds the position. Have you all forgotten the

Elderstone, we haven't forgotten," one of them replied. "We're simply considering what's best for the family. Even in ancient times, some emperors chose to abdicate in favor of capable

generations because our predecessors worked tirelessly to protect it. Naturally, we want to ensure the family doesn't falter under

the position outright. We

outdated. This is the twenty-first century.

became more pronounced. Unable to attack Aurora's legitimacy, they had shifted the argument to

you all think

"Not at all. We're simply

it wouldn't be an issue for you to gain experience within the company for a few years. But given her current condition, the family needs someone capable to take charge. Between you and Mio, we

experience, Mio will naturally