After the vote was announced, Angus sat back down steadily and continued presiding over the Family Meeting.
"The second item concerns the duties to be handled by the Qixing Count."
As soon as he finished speaking, everyone turned their gaze toward Velin, their eyes carrying a hint of curiosity.
Under everyone's watchful eyes, Velin was somewhat bewildered. He scratched his head and asked with a confused expression, "Why are you all looking at me?"
At that moment, Blood Moon Count Miyali's lips curved slightly upward. With a fond smile, she explained, "Newly appointed family counts may take the initiative to propose duties they wish to take responsibility for, after which we vote on whether to approve them."
"I see!"
Velin's eyes immediately lit up. He rubbed his hands excitedly and said impatiently, "Father, Great Aunt Miyali, Great-Uncle Io Lixis, Great-Uncle Oster, and Uncle Ipgyil, I want to take charge of guarding the family's secret vault."
Angus glanced at Velin and shook his head without hesitation. "Opposed."
"Opposed."
Miyali knew Velin's character inside and out, so her stance was essentially the same as Angus's.
Earl Hurricane Io Lixis spoke in a gentle tone, "Velin, although I personally believe you are capable, from the family's perspective, I oppose it."
Count Andusi and Count Misis exchanged glances. Some unspoken understanding seemed to pass between them, and they both abstained, giving Velin at least a little face.
They had all heard more or less of his reputation as a hoarder.
If Velin were really allowed to guard the family's secret vault, then in a few years, the most valuable thing in that treasure vault would probably be its door.
Seeing how unusually unanimous everyone was, Velin's lips curled upward slightly, revealing an imperceptible smile.
Then, he slowly leaned over the table and lightly waved