Under Xue An’s gaze,
Chen Xiangshang felt as though he had fallen into an ice cellar, his very blood about to freeze.
Terror filled his heart.
Was this the authority of an Immortal?
Yet, how could he, who cherished wealth as if it were his life, willingly let go of the prize within his grasp? Thus, he forced himself to speak calmly, "Mr. Xue, as a mighty savior of the entire world, we naturally follow your words!"
"However, I feel there is something improper about this matter!"
"Oh? What’s improper?" Xue An asked indifferently.
"You must understand that although my sister Ru Shi is immensely talented, she is after all just a woman. Of course! I do not mean to belittle women, but since she is a woman, she will have to marry, won’t she? "
"And if sister Ru Shi becomes the Chen Family Head, and then marries, won’t the Chen Family have its surname changed?"
"Therefore, I believe this matter is utterly inappropriate!"
Chen Xiangshang was somewhat faltering when he first started speaking, but as he continued, his words flowed more smoothly.
Xue An just listened quietly until he finished, then smiled faintly, "It seems to make some sense, but may I know who you are?"
Chen Xiangshang smiled slightly, "My name is Chen Xiangshang. The old master Chen is my second uncle, and I am also sister Ru Shi’s cousin!"
Hearing his words, Chen Rushi, who was beside him, could not repress a cold snort, "Heh, indeed, my beloved cousin!"
Her words were filled with bone-chilling coldness.
Chen Xiangshang remained composed, "Sister Ru Shi, I am doing this for your own good!"
"For my good? Chen Xiangshang, what kind of wishful thinking are you indulging in? Do you really think I’m unaware?" The fire in Chen Rushi’s eyes looked ready to burst forth; she could hardly wait to rush up and bite the man.
"You..." Chen Xiangshang was about to speak.
Xue An raised a hand, his tone indifferent, "Enough, Ru Shi!"
"Present!"
"From now on, you will be the Chen Family Head!"
Chen Rushi was stunned.
The entire audience also gasped in surprise.
Chen Xiangshang couldn’t believe his ears, "Mr. Xue, didn’t you just ask if anyone had any objections? I certainly..."
Xue An glanced at him coldly, "I did ask for opinions, but did I say I would accept them?"
His words nearly caused Chen Xiangshang to spit blood, but he still managed to steady himself and spoke gravely, "Mr. Xue, though I respect you greatly! Doing this might not satisfy the masses!"
"Oh?"
Chen Xiangshang said coldly, "You should know that the choice of Family Head is an internal matter of the Chen Family. Even though your cultivation level is earth-shattering, you can’t just interfere with the Chen Family’s affairs! After all, this does not concern you!"
Upon saying this,
a silence fell over the venue.
All eyes turned to Xue An.
Xue An touched his chin, pondered for a moment, then began to smile.
"It seems... there is indeed some truth to that!"
Chen Xiangshang’s heart leapt.
Chen Rushi, however, felt her heart sink.
But just as a smug expression began to spread across Chen Xiangshang’s face,
Xue An spoke lightly, "Ru Shi, kneel down!"
Chen Rushi was taken aback, but obediently knelt before Xue An.
The whole venue buzzed with confusion.
"What does Mr. Xue intend to do?"
"I have no idea, just watch!"
Then Xue An smiled at Chen Xiangshang, "Though I hardly need to bother with your nonsensical reasoning, since you have raised it, I shall convince you thoroughly!"
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