Aragorn’s smile stiffened. “Why? Are you not interested in being an elder of the Conglomerate?”0

The atmosphere grew heavy. The crowd exchanged subtle looks. They knew better than to say anything in a situation like this.0

Zu An replied, “Uncle, you've misunderstood me. I'm just used to being carefree. I wasn’t an Order worshiper before, and I’m not a Protection worshiper now, either. It might be inappropriate for me to become a Conglomerate elder.”0

Isabella also spoke up for Zu An, “Daddy, big brother Zu is still too young. His qualifications might not be enough to silence the naysayers. Furthermore, he has other responsibilities on his hands. Becoming a Conglomerate elder might be overstretching him.”0

Aragorn...0