I became a son-in-law in the United States

Chapter 93 King of Boston

That's true.

If the Adams family doesn't speak up, then the Lowell family can indeed be considered the uncrowned kings of Boston.

This family arrived early and has firmly established itself at the top of Boston's social hierarchy in economics, politics, science, and even the arts, second only to the Adams family.

The Adams family, needless to say, is widely known as the "First Family of America".

The reason is quite simple: because they made contributions to the founding of the country.

The Adams family's contributions to the nation are undeniable and far surpass those of other families.

For example, Samuel Adams, who is known as the "Father of the American Revolution," stepped forward before the War of Independence, took the lead in organizing and leading the movement against Britain. It was his active revolution that ignited the fuse of the War of Independence.

Secondly, there is John Adams, one of the drafters of the Declaration of Independence, hailed by later generations as a giant who propelled American independence. He was the second president after Washington, and the laws of the United States originated from his pen.

In addition, there are figures like John Quincy Adams, Secretary of State during President Monroe's administration and the originator of the "Monroe Doctrine."

Despite failing to win re-election, this guy was still dedicated to abolishing slavery and fought for it throughout his life, leaving behind a very glorious chapter.

Of course, the Adams family has enjoyed centuries of glory, and it's not something that just anyone can easily emulate. But the old money family members below them have many more nicknames.

If the Lowell family is the king of Boston, then there are many more like Cabot, Lodge, Forbes, Holmes, Thornton Stoll, Quincy, and Coffin.

The old money family has been on good terms for generations, weaving a web of power together to prevent outsiders from getting in.

However, in recent years, with the increasing number of immigrants to Boston, this once-solid web of power has begun to show signs of loosening, something the old money had not anticipated.

The fact that Lowell was tricked into spending 60 at the auction by a stranger is not a good sign.

Despite the mockery and ridicule, the old wasps are still of one mind.

And so, during breakfast, everyone talked about the previous auction and joked about Lowell for a while before finally getting down to business.

"So you're still voting for him?" Henry Cabot Lodge Jr. asked.

He is 25 years old, about the same age as Lowell, but because he has a baby face, people here don't take him seriously.

In fact, as the heir to the Rocky family, Henry Jr. was destined for politics, and he had already been immersed in the club's culture by then.

Aside from this incident, he felt quite ashamed and wanted to ask for the opinions of his elders.

However, the elders didn't seem to take it to heart, and after a slight hesitation, they all nodded in agreement.

"Go ahead and vote! Why aren't you voting?"

"Our 10th district is really lively this time. Who else can we vote for if not Lowell?"

"Little Henry, I know you want to run for Congress, but you're too young. Unless you can give each of the 200,000 voters $100, no one will vote for you."

"Although Lowell made a fool of himself, right now in Boston, there's really no one more suitable to step forward than him."

"The Adams family is small, we can't count on them. Besides, their heir is already the Secretary of the Navy, the only way he can rise is to become president."

"Don't worry, with the Lowell family's strength, there shouldn't be any major problems."

"In short, we cannot let Boston fall into the hands of these Irish pigs; this city is ours to decide!"

"Lowell is coming over in a bit, so prepare your campaign speech in advance. You can talk to him yourself..."

...............

Meanwhile, in the office of the president of Harvard University.

A. Lawrence Lowell, now 71, is furious. As the elder brother of Lowell II and the uncle of Lowell Jr., Lawrence Lowell holds a very high position because he is the president of Harvard University.

It was only after he took over Harvard that the university was able to develop into what it is today, renowned worldwide.

He pioneered a major plus general education curriculum system, created the first mentorship system, established the Harvard College system, and recruited a large number of ordinary students. These measures earned him and the entire Lowell family extremely high prestige.

If the Lowell family were the kings of Boston, then the brightest pearl on that crown was placed there by Lawrence.

For many years, Lawrence had been proud of his family, and he even gave up his status as heir to become the president of Harvard.

Of course, no one is perfect, and no one is flawless. If we were to say what Lawrence's biggest regret was, it would undoubtedly be racial discrimination.

Discrimination is plain and clear, written in black and white.

In the WASP community, he was a kind elder, a dedicated mentor, and one of the founders of Harvard.

People respect him, love him, commemorate him, and mention his name wherever they go.

But in the eyes of the Irish, the Black people, and the Jews, he was a tyrant.

Do you remember the Saco van Setti case? The court sentenced two Italian immigrants to death without any concrete evidence.

Lawrence was the one who pushed for this verdict; he was adamant about sentencing the two men to death, and others, under his influence, voted in favor.

At Harvard University, many of the discriminatory rules against Black people and Jews were also his creation.

But at this moment, looking at the Lowell father and son in front of him, he couldn't help but say something harsh.

"What on earth is going on? I heard you spent 60 yuan to buy a nun's urn?! What are you trying to do?!"

Lowell II didn't speak, but his expression was very unpleasant, but little Lowell couldn't help himself.

"Uncle, I..." Little Lowell tried to explain, but found that he couldn't explain it at all.

Because no matter how you explain it, the 600,000 is gone, and this broken box is useless. If it really is a nun's urn, then that would be too unlucky.

Now that things have come to this, the father and son have realized that they have probably been set up.

"Lowell II! My brother! You are now the heir to the family, and you also bear responsibility for this."

Upon hearing this, Lowell II sighed slightly: "Yes, I am responsible. I was too careless. That German boy is too cunning."

"Careless?" Lawrence walked over, staring at the two people in front of him, and said, word by word, "You're going to run for councilor, how could you be careless? Our Lowell family has been here for hundreds of years, and this is the first time we've been so humiliated."

He glanced at the two of them and simply sighed softly.

"Go back and prepare well. The upcoming election is very important. In Parliament, our Lowell family cannot be without anyone."

It's finally Saturday again! Have a great weekend everyone!