Chapter 247  Harvey addressed the crowd with a smile, “The Weller family has another important announcement to make today.”  Though many already knew what this second announcement would be, someone still asked, What might that be, Mr. Weller?”  Harvey straightened his expensive suit, his smile growing brighter. “This other matter is a joyous occasion. I’ll officially become the new head of the Weller family. All family affairs and authority will now be transferred to me.”  The crowd fell silent for a moment before scattered applause began, accompanied by various murmurs and discussions.  “He’s quite young to take over the Weller family. That’s quite an achievement!” someone whispered.  “He must be the youngest family head in Jayrodale. Let’s hope he can handle such immense power.”  “Mr. Weller Senior just died, and he’s already announcing his rise to power. Harvey’s clearly ruthless. We’d better be careful not to cross him in the future,” another muttered.  Harvey inwardly smirked at the comments, barely containing his satisfaction. From now on, he would have absolute power, and anyone who dared defy him would be crushed.  “Ms. Stevens, are you here?” Harvey called out, seizing the moment to flex his new authority.  The crowd parted silently, revealing Christina’s family of three, along with two elite guards from Bridgefields‘ Stevens family.  “The Stevens family is present. What do you want?” Irene challenged with her hands akimbo.  Harvey nodded. “Ah, it’s good to see the Stevens family knows better than to make me fetch you personally. And please, watch your tone. I’m now the head of the Weller family, someone way above you.”  Christina and her family tensed up as they noted the threatening undertone in his voice.  “Well, Mr. Weller, why don’t just be straightforward and stop beating around the bush?” Christina asked evenly, suppressing her anger.  “Christie, my feelings for you are well–known throughout Jayrodale,” Harvey said, gazing at her smugly. “On this day, I’ll ask you once more will you accept my proposal?  Though his smile appeared harinless, everyone present could sense the obvious coercion of Stevens Corporation’s beloved CEO.  “Harvey is using his new position to force a marriage proposal. He clearly lacks the dignity of a family head,” Silas commented disapprovingly  25 BONUS  Chapter 247  “Harvey controls the entire Weller family now. If Christina refuses, Stevens Corporation is done for.” Francesca sighed.  Lauren glanced at Andrew’s calm expression and whispered, “Dr. Lloyd, aren’t you going to step in?”  “The Stevens family has their own elite martial artists. They don’t need me,” Andrew replied.  C  Christina lowered her head before suddenly looking up with determination. “I’m sorry, but I must decline your kind offer.”  A shocked murmur rippled through the crowd. After all, no one had expected Christina to actually reject Harvey on this day of all days.  With his newfound power, was she not afraid of provoking him?