Married at First Sight (Serenity and Zachary) novel Chapter 5475

Tony exchanged looks with the other elders before glancing at Noelle. Then, he forced a kind smile, putting on an affectionate air as if concerned for Laurence.

“We came today for two things. The first is that now you’ve officially taken over the family, we should choose a date to host a celebration for our family, friends, and prominent figures from the business world.

“That serves to affirm your status as the head of the family. Every generation of the Longbottom family has held such a banquet after assuming leadership.

“It’s an important tradition.”

Laurence nodded. “Since it’s a family tradition, I’ll naturally follow it, but there’s no need to rush. We can arrange it after things have settled down.

“When you have time, please help to select a few suitable dates. I’ll choose one from among them.

“As for the guest list, procedures, and everything else, I’d like for Uncle Tony to draft a plan for me to review. I only just took over, and there are many things I don’t understand, so I’ll have to trouble all of you for guidance for now.

“I’ll also need to hold a press conference soon. I’ve already promised the media that I’d answer their questions at a later date.”

Tony maintained his smile. “Of course.”

However, he was grinding his teeth secretly.

All of this glory should have been his, yet he was unable to enjoy it. The same went for his son. Laurence had simply walked in and claimed everything they had built.

“I’ll be counting on you all then.”

The elders quickly assured him it was no trouble, and that it was their duty.

“These are photographs and profiles of daughters from prominent families in Havenmill and several neighboring cities. All of them match our family’s status. They are close to your age and have good character.

“You can look through them. Choose anyone who catches your eye. We’ll arrange a meeting so the two of you can be acquainted. Once your relationship develops, you can get married.

“This is a very important matter to the family, so you can’t refuse. It’s not that we’re pressuring you into marriage. If you already have a girlfriend, we wouldn’t need to interfere. If you had any siblings, we wouldn’t be placing all this responsibility on you either.

“However, you’re the only heir of your core family, so you must marry and have as many children as possible. The family line needs to grow and continue.”

The one Laurence liked was Noelle, but Noelle was just his bodyguard. Aside from her beauty, she had nothing else that qualified her to stand beside him.

Tony was clearly intending to make things difficult for Laurence through marriage. He wanted to prevent Laurence and Noelle from getting together.