Under the stare of all family members, including the elders, Count Ashton simply took out ten vials.
"What the Ashton family needs right now is a reform. The reason I personally execute that traitor is simply because I wish to proceed with the engagement of my daughter, Selena Ashton, to Nathan.
"These are his gifts. If any elders are willing to summon your familiars to inspect the blood, please come up. The reason for everything I've done until now lies in these vials. If, after inspecting these vials, you are still not convinced, I'm willing to take my punishment."
"!!!" This was a bold statement from Count Ashton. The elders couldn't help but look at each other. If they didn't give the Count the chance to explain himself, they would look petty.
So, two elders moved forth. "I'm willing to inspect the vials."
Count Ashton nodded calmly, allowing them to approach the vials.
Once they were close enough, they summoned their familiars and asked them to inspect the vials.
