Reborn as a Mind-Reading Empress
Chapter 993: The Fall of a Household

Chapter 993: Chapter 993: The Fall of a Household

It was her stance about her son and Eugene.

Lady Hamel wanted her son to be fully supported and did not want Eugene, whom she believed was a fool, to ever be allowed as an heir candidate; she was the one who made him into a fool by ensuring he did not get the education and training he deserved.

Eugene’s mother bit her lip upon hearing Lady Hamel’s words.

There was a tinge of bitterness, resentment, and sadness, but also a quiet acceptance in her eyes.

The second wife had been subjugated by Lady Hamel a long time ago, and her words and actions earlier today were the first after so long and likely the last of her acting against Lady Hamel’s words.

"Yes, that’s true," Arabella said, and Lady Hamel’s eyes immediately lit up. But Arabella continued, "There are also a lot of other factors, though. Like, for instance, losing all your heirs."

"!!!"

Lady and Lord Hamel gasped at her words.

"Your Majesty, my son has no part in the rebellion." Lady Hamel immediately bowed her head and spoke in a pleading manner when it was her son possibly at stake.

"My first son indeed has no part in the rebellion, Your Majesty," Lord Hamel also said, bowing as well, their heir following suit.

"Yes, I know.

I was merely citing an example.

I hope your heir lives a long life and leads your household properly.

The same is true for the other households.

But we do not know what the future holds.

We do not want to turn a blind eye to Eugene Hamel and his accomplices’ crimes.

And we will not.

However, with the circumstances here in Sibruh already chaotic enough, several households falling at the same time or in quick succession will lead to more loss of employment.

We also understand that you and your ancestors have helped the Sibruh family to maintain this territory, and I hope all of you continue to do so.

Thus, we will accept your token of apology and sincerity, which will be used for the locals and all the people affected by this.

Eugene Hamel and his accomplices’ lives will be spared, but they will be imprisoned for their crimes," Arabella said.

"Our deepest gratitudes, Your Majesties!!!"

The Hamel Household and the other noble families said in unison and bowed deeply. They all sighed in relief that the situation did not escalate further.

Alwin then discussed with them regarding their "tokens of apology and gifts."

The said token and gifts will be used for Sibruh.

It was concluded that the piece of fertile land from Eugene’s mother would be distributed to some of the families of the villagers from the illegal mine who wanted to continue farming.

Meanwhile, the mine will be used for the project that Norbert and Felix were working on.

The illegal mine will also be registered and mined legally. It will be jointly managed by the Sibruh and Hamel families.

Of course, Ferdinand also assigned someone from them to oversee it. There had been accidents in the past, so they assigned a magician.

As for the villagers who joined as rebels thanks to Eugene’s lies, they would remain imprisoned for some time to teach them a lesson, and would be freed later.

They could return to their family and work where they wish if they showed remorse for what they had done and pledged not to do it again.

As for Lady Hamel’s behavior, Arabella said to her, "As the Lady of the House, it is your duty to ensure all children are educated well and not become criminals and schemers. I hope you reflect and correct your mistakes in guiding possible heirs. After all, even the Lady of the House can be replaced if they do not fulfill their responsibility."

"!!!" Lady Hamel paled at her words.

[Why does it feel like they already know what I have been doing?! Did they learn about it while gathering evidence?!]

"Y-Yes, Your Majesty. My deepest apologies for my mistakes..." Lady Hamel responded in a shaky voice.

When Arabella was done talking, it was Ferdinand’s turn next.

Ferdinand also disliked unfair treatment among children since he knew that if he ever had children with Arabella, he would love them all equally and give them all the best he could.

Further, not educating all the children when they had the resources would only cause more infighting among family members. This would likely affect the locals, and thus, more problems for them as Emperor and Empress of Valeria.

"Regarding the matter about heirs, in Valeria, all children are possible heirs and thus, must be given equal education and training.

I believe this has also been adapted here in Sibruh.

War and other sorts of conflict may happen anytime.

It’s not impossible that you may lose one or two heirs if things become even more chaotic.

Thus, you must ensure all of your heirs are capable enough to take your place in case you or your older children perish.

If you don’t, then your households may be the first to fall, the instant war happens," Ferdinand warned Lord Hamel and all the nobles who were in this room.

It was a truth he had witnessed repeatedly. An example was the case of Odette. She had lost her two eldest siblings in the war with Valeria when they were supposed to be the next in line. Thankfully, Odette and all her siblings were educated and trained well, so any of them who were old enough could succeed as the next heir. Thus, when Theodore became the Duke of Prudencia, he was capable enough.

"Yes, Your Majesty!!" They all responded in unison.

Lord and Lady Hamel were quite pale since they knew they had been unfair to Eugene. Or rather, one had been quite cruel.

Meanwhile, the second wife was relieved when she realized this warning was given because they learned about what was happening in the household.

Eugene’s mother bowed to them deeply and said, "I am ever grateful to Your Majesties’ mercy and grace."

With this, the meeting ended. The problem with Eugene Hamel and the rebels was resolved.

The nobles were then dismissed and allowed to see their captured children to say their goodbyes before they were sent to the Magic Tower prisons.