Based on the family's rules, Mrs. Jenkins detailed the plans for the family competition during the meeting.

The elders were cautious about proceeding. They were hesitant to take sides and eyed each other carefully. Finally, their gazes settled on a man's face. The man took the first seat on the left side and had a long peppered beard.

It was clear that the man held considerable influence in the board of elders.

“Canaan, is there something you wanted to say?" Mrs. Jenkins asked. She held the smile on her face as her gaze settled on the man.

“Yes, madam,” Canaan answered.