Count Mono bowed to Joseph and Archbishop Brienne, saying earnestly, "The Cabinet's decision this time relates to the future financial path; how we decide, I fear, will be taken with utmost caution by all."
Archbishop Brienne immediately showed a smile, "Count Mono, I heard your child is going to be 15 soon, quite exceptional."
He extended both hands towards Mono, "This may be somewhat presumptuous, but I believe he is indeed a fine candidate to inherit your title."
Mono's eyes lit up at once, "You mean, you have a way to help him...?"
He was past his sixtieth year, his legitimate wife and only son had both died of illness, and although he had several illegitimate children, according to French law, bastards could not inherit the family estate.
Archbishop Brienne nodded at him, "This will take a considerable amount of time, but I believe there are some means to achieve it. I can promise you that."
Mono immediately grasped his hand, excitedly saying,
