Building The Strongest Family-Chapter 94: A Sheep Among Lions : Arthur’s Crisis

What truly sent shivers down Arthur’s spine and broke him out in a cold sweat was the shocking revelation that the Whitmore Family is the true puppet master behind the Aurelian Federation.

Yes, you heard that right,the Whitmore Family wields immense power over what many consider the most formidable nation on the Aurelia Continent, and the third most powerful country in the entire world.

At first, when Evolon dropped this bombshell, Arthur was skeptical. After all, how could anyone control such a colossal entity?

But as Evolon presented irrefutable evidence, Arthur’s skepticism turned to sheer terror. His knees felt weak; he nearly collapsed under the weight of this revelation.

Just imagine it: controlling a powerhouse like the Aurelian Federation means having access to vast resources and unparalleled influence, it’s essentially their playground!

To make matters even more unsettling, Evolon disclosed that any noble or aristocratic family with deep roots can manipulate an entire country.

According to him, a staggering 60% of nations in Aurelia are under similar hidden control.

This terrifying statistic left Arthur speechless; he had never anticipated that these families were so deeply entrenched in power.

In that moment of realization, Arthur understood just how insignificant his own Osborn Family truly was, comparable to an ant or even a mere speck of dust against these giants.

He had always thought these elite families were powerful but manageable; now he felt as if he were on the fifth floor while they resided comfortably on the ninety-ninth.

Sitting alone in his study, contemplating all this new information, Arthur’s earlier excitement about his family’s industrial progress evaporated into thin air.

The plans he’d once considered sound now seemed utterly foolish and naive.

If not for Evolon’s timely warning, both he and the Osborn Family might have faced utter annihilation without so much as a grave marker.

"Damn! These guys are simply insane!" Arthur muttered bitterly, fear flickering in his eyes.

The strength of families like the Whitmores made him acutely aware of how vulnerable he truly was; he couldn’t shake off the anxiety that one day they might come knocking at his door,and what would he do then?

"I hope that time never comes!" he whispered anxiously.

The threat level facing the Osborn Family had escalated significantly; their recent rise could easily catch these powerful families’ attention.

Unlike large corporations that could be dealt with through mere negotiations or public relations strategies, these aristocratic families were formidable forces to be reckoned with.

As thoughts of his mission from Evolon swirled in his mind, Arthur shook his head and let out a self-deprecating chuckle.

"No! This can’t go on! I need to think fast,staying here is detrimental for me and my family!"

Arthur had been mulling over a pressing thought: the need for the Osborn Family to find a new place to settle down.

Recent family developments had pushed this idea to the back of his mind, but now it was time to bring it front and center.

Living under the watchful eyes of powerful figures made him uneasy.

What if they saw him as an obstacle and decided to eliminate both him and the entire Osborn Family? For them, it would be a piece of cake.

Thankfully, he currently had no conflicts with these big players, only Christopher from the Campbell Family, who, despite being ranked fifth among families, still wielded significant power that the Osborns couldn’t contend with.

"Evolon, are you there?" Arthur called softly as he snapped back to reality.

"At your service, Sir!" Evolon’s blue face appeared on the large screen before him.

"I need you to start investigating immediately," Arthur said with urgency. "Look for a continent where fewer powerful families control things from behind the scenes, a place that’s chaotic. Also, identify the largest country by landmass that’s embroiled in turmoil."

"Sir, why this particular line of inquiry?" Evolon asked curiously.

"Because I feel like a sheep living among tigers and lions!" Arthur replied bitterly, shaking his head.

"Can you elaborate?" Evolon probed further.

Arthur stood up and walked over to the grand French windows, gazing out at the clear sky while letting out a soft sigh. "Initially, I thought the Osborns were doing well enough, capable of protecting ourselves for years to come.

But after reviewing your previous reports, I realize how naive that perspective was." He chuckled self-mockingly; solemnity flickered in his eyes.

"So you’re worried about potential trouble from these big families?" Evolon’s voice echoed through the room.

"Yes," Arthur admitted with a nod.

"But you haven’t offended them in any way!" Evolon pressed on. ƒree𝑤ebnσvel.com

"Evolon," Arthur replied patiently, "you don’t understand human nature. Even without direct conflict, my presence could attract unwanted attention given how quickly our family is developing. It won’t be long before we cross paths with someone whose arrogance rivals even Christopher’s or even more than his, and then what will I do?"

"So your plan is to find a suitable place for the Osborn Family away from these powerful influences?" Evolon summarized.

"Exactly," Arthur confirmed. "That’s why I want you to focus on continents steeped in chaos,ideally where countries are frequently at war. Find me one that’s particularly torn apart!"

"You mean you want to fish in troubled waters?" Evolon clarified.

"You got it!" Arthur nodded firmly.

"Don’t worry; I’ll complete this task and get back to you soon," Evolon assured him before vanishing from the screen.

Arthur sank back into his seat, enveloped in a heavy silence.

As he closed his eyes, a sigh of relief escaped his lips, accompanied by a bittersweet smile that tugged at the corners of his mouth.

The weight of the moment pressed down on him; the Osborn Family was facing challenges that felt insurmountable.

This situation was anything but favorable, it was downright detrimental.

Arthur had been granted a second chance in this world, a life he had always dreamed of, and he wasn’t about to let it slip away.

Sure, he had access to an incredible system filled with godly tools designed to accelerate the growth of the Osborn Family.

But deep down, he knew that these things took time, and time was something he couldn’t afford to waste.

He wasn’t naive enough to believe that just because he possessed this system, everything would fall into place effortlessly.

After all, what if he were to perish? The system would simply find another host without hesitation!

It became clear to Arthur: abandoning his current plans with the Aurelian Federation was essential.

He needed to seek out a new foundation for the family’s development before any further discussions could take place.

With determination blazing in his eyes, Arthur snapped open them wide as clarity washed over him.

"Looks like I need to convene another clan meeting!"

His thoughts raced with possibilities and strategies.