Love at First Novel by Gu Lingfei
Chapter 3657

Chapter 3657

Mrs. Ormond had heard a bit about the Labbe family in Havenmill. She said, “Wealthy families oftenfight, both openly and secretly, becoming enemies. It’s rare to replace a family that doesn’t have internalstruggles. Even close relatives can turn against each other for personal gain.” Elora replied, “During a business trip, I heard the Farrell family in Jensburg is having major issues.The previous matriarch’s descendants and the current matriarch are fighting over control of thefamily. Some even say the new matriarch killed the old one. Who knows what’s true? But it’s a bigdeal, and people are talking.” Mrs. Ormond sighed, “We shouldn’t worry about other families. Our own family must stay united.We can’t let division tear us apart. Elora, we need to relax and not get too involved in small things. The more we care about every littleissue, the more likely conflict will arise. We’re all family, and it’s better if everyone is happy. Since there aren’t many men in our family, we must stick together. If we fight among ourselves, ourenemies will sit back and watch us fall apart. They won’t have to do anything, just wait for us todestroy each other.” Elora agreed, “Mom, I know. My sisters and I are close, and they respect me as the eldest. Evenour uncles and aunts are reasonable people. When we marry, we’ll choose good men, not the kind who just want our family’s wealth. We won’t letanyone come between us and cause us to fight.” Elora was a seasoned businesswoman, running a large company. She had been in the industry foryears and was always rational. Her younger sister and cousin were also practical, not easily swayedby emotions. “Good, thinking like that puts us at ease. Everyone trusts and relies on you,” Mrs. Ormond said withsatisfaction, proud of Elora’s leadership. But Mrs. Ormond worried about replaceing a suitable husband for Elora. “You’re so exceptional that Idon’t know who would be worthy of you. There’s no one in our city good enough. I don’t want you tomarry far away, but I also don’t see any strong men willing to marry into our family. I’m so concernedabout your future.”

Elora took a sip of water that Joly had poured for her and smiled. “Mom, I’ve told you before, I’m notin a hurry. I’ll let fate take its course. When the time is right, I’ll replace a good man. If I don’t, then Iwon’t marry and you can take care of me forever.” Mrs. Ormond replied, “It’s not about us supporting you. Your parents will grow old and won’t bearound forever. Your brothers and sisters will marry and have their own lives, and you’ll be leftalone. It’s lonely without a companion. Marriage is about having someone to talk to and grow oldwith.” Elora, unfazed, said, “When my brothers and sisters have children, I’ll treat them like my own andbuild strong bonds. When I’m old, they’ll be there for me, and when I die, they’ll handle my funeral. These days, even those without family don’t have to worry about being taken care of. A quick call tothe funeral home, and it’s all sorted out. It’s not as complicated as it used to be.”