I Received The First Time Of My Extraordinary Superior (9 Chapters Left to Complete) - Chapter 131

In this situation, the letter of attorney appointing Catherine as acting head of the house would only further fuel the retainers’ anxiety and discontent.

Sure enough, one retainer boldly defied her, having no sense of his place.

“All of us gathered here know of your exceptional capabilities, my lady. But to become the focal point of the faction supporting His Highness Prince Philip, you need not such a letter—you absolutely must hold the title of Duke Yant!”

“Who has been leading our house alongside my father all this time?”

Faced with Catherine’s question, the retainers busily rolled their eyes, each calculating their own interests.

Amid the growing clamor, Catherine’s sharp voice rang out clearly.

“Just as I, Catherine Yant, was chosen to act on my father’s behalf due to unavoidable circumstances, my father has named me his heir.”

“I have served Duke Yant for many years, yet I’ve never heard such a thing. Does anyone here vouch for the princess’s claim?”

“I was present when the duke drafted his will.”

It was a lie. Those who knew Duke Yant well were certain Princess Catherine’s assertion was false.

But with Prince Philip himself stepping forward as witness, who dared refute her?

Glancing at the retainers, who fidgeted like puppies desperate to relieve themselves, Catherine slowly opened her mouth again.

“Now, shall we discuss what each of you can offer me—and what I can offer you in return?”

* * *

“Vicky, congratulations on your engagement.”

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