In the Epstein Family, there were some elders that had E:3 graded talent and even a couple with E:2 graded talent, but none of them were labelled as worthy by the crystal or wanted the position of the family head.
Being an elder meant there was much less responsibility than being the family head and although they wouldn't get to enter the hidden underground room, most of the elders were satisfied with their life and their position.
"Next candidate please step up," said the great elder.
He had previously wanted his son to be last so that the anticipation could add to the shock that the other elders experienced and hoped that it would impress them more, but Cole was the last to join them, so was going to be the last to be tested.
The great elder's son was also 18, just like the others that were tested and they would hold a ceremony each year where those that were 18 or older could be tested to see if they were suitable for becoming the next family head.