
If this webtoon somewhat follows the plot from the novel, I can assure you that this is NOT your "typical/cliche abusive sob story that ML experienced to make me sympathize with him" type of story.
So guys don't drop the manhwa yet. There's more to it.
ML is what he is because he experienced the worst. I don't think the plot is absolute cliche anyway. I mean I'll go crazy for the things he's been through.

Wait!!! I'm confused.
This comic follows which type of succession? Patriarchy/male heir all the way or the 1st born
child regardless gender is the successors?

I believe that whoever marries Avery would be the next Duke, same way that her aunt's husband became an earl when he married into the family after she killed off her first brother (her husband wasn't able to become the dude's successor since Avery (father) was still alive and could've had a boy). Plus I doubt the duke would want the daughter who killed his two sons to become the duchess...

I think it follows loose patriarchy rules. Inheritance goes to the eldest son, and if there is no son, eldest daughter. Since Avery's father had no other children, she would be his heir, and since he died, she takes his place in the line of succession from the Duke. The same thing happened with Queen Victoria. Her father was in line for the throne, but he died, so she took his place in the line of succession. Then a lot of stuff happened and she became queen.
I understand some of the family members hates Tia because she's 'illegitimate' child. I can't
remember the plot very well but has the Grandpa like...officially announced 'she's my legitimate grandchild despite her actual status' to everyone else? Or is this has yet to happen?
Pretty sure this has yet to happen
Yes, chapter 4
It is implied she was recognized as a Lombardy by the grandfather from even before
Wow, you've got a really good memory! ^_^
.. I just realized I read legitimate grandchild as legitimate heir.... I'm sorry