All Novel Romance
Chapter 725
Elijah furrowed his brow slightly, his expression deep and serious, almost a carbon copy of Tarquin. Of all the kids, Elijah was the spitting image of Tarquin!
Especially when it came to the look in his eyes and his mannerisms, Elijah was like a little Tarquin in the making!
Elijah said, "I heard from Blossom that Mom's feelings about you are pretty mixed right now. She likes you, but the whole ordeal with Elliot really shook her up.
You really need to give Mom some peace of mind, show her how you treat Elliot, Evan, and Emmett! Make her believe that you'll protect them just like you protect me! That you have the capability to keep them safe!
I know Dad doesn't care much for the Bradfords, but if Elliot, Evan, and Emmett were to be listed in the Bradford family records, it would be the same as with me, that's the attitude you should have.
Plus, Mom's always been worried sick about their citizenship status. Getting them listed in the Bradford family records would mean you could officially take them under your wing, and that would clear up Mom's biggest worry."
Elijah, to this day, still hadn't dared to disclose the true identities of Elliot, Evan, and Emmett. He respected and understood his mom, and he wouldn't rashly spill the beans on something she cared so deeply about.
But he could lend a hand, add fuel to the fire to get Mom to open up to Dad sooner rather than later.
Once that truth was out in the open, Mom and Dad's relationship would be rock solid!
Getting Elliot, Evan, and Emmett in the Bradford family records was a golden opportunity...
Tarquin frowned, "Would she agree to it? Being listed in our family records means they'd officially be part of our family. How she feels about me
now..."
If Elysia was set on staying with him, that would be fantastic.
But Elysia was on the fence, and if he forcefully added Elliot, Evan, and Emmett to the Bradford family records, it was like binding them to him for good!
Tying the kids to his name meant Elysia couldn't easily leave, which was great for him, something he desperately wanted!
But he had the intent without the courage. He was afraid.This belongs © NôvelDra/ma.Org.
Afraid that Elysia would think he was trying to trap her!
Elijah said, "Dad, just go ahead and arrange it. Leave the rest to me, I'll convince Mom."
Elijah even offered him a little comfort,
"Mom's so cautious, yet she didn't leave you even after everything that happened. It proves she really likes you, Dad. You gotta fight for it." Tarquin: "..."
After finishing his talk, Elijah went to Elliot's room, leaving Tarquin alone in the hallway, deep in thought for a long time, finally deciding to follow his son's advice!
He was on pins and needles, desperately looking for a way to reassure Elysia!
He called Gideon, cutting straight to the chase,
"Arrange to get Elysia's sons listed in the family records. I'll give you 10% of the shares. Contact me when it's done."
He hung up without leaving room for negotiation.
Gideon was both thrilled and a bit disappointed. Thrilled because Tarquin had agreed, and 10% of the shares was a fortune!
But he was disappointed because he had originally asked for 20%!
His confidant said, "Since he's agreed, we should insist on 20% of the shares!"
Gideon frowned, "If we push him too far, we might end up with nothing. Let's settle for 10%. Knowing when to stop is crucial."
"True, but... if the others find out, there'll be hell to pay."
Being listed in the family records meant becoming a Bradford, entitled to a share of the Bradford fortune.
The cake was only so big; the more people there were to share it, the smaller each piece would be. This move touched on the interests of the entire Bradford family.
Gideon was essentially leveraging the family's interests for his own gain.
He scoffed, "The deal with Tarquin will be sealed with a confidentiality agreement. They can only make a fuss with Tarquin, not with me. We'll just sit back and reap the benefits."