CH284 Proxy Regents
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After finishing her explanation, Sophia glanced at Alex. He gave a small nod, confirming her analysis.
"So… does that mean I can't become the Lord Marshall?" Ulfman asked, his tone heavy with frustration.
"Not exactly," Alex replied. His voice carried an edge of challenge. "The tradition of excluding trueblood Furies is nothing more than an unspoken agreement. But within the family, there is one law that outweighs all others…"
Alex fixed Ulfman with a piercing look.
"You keep what you can take, and what you can protect."
Ulfman's breath caught.
"As long as you are strong enough, and gain enough support within the Fury Army itself, you can force the family to acknowledge you as Lord Marshall. But don't mistake me, Ulfman—it won't be easy. No… it will be hell, likely no less difficult than trying to become the Family Head. Are you ready for that?"
