Chapter 54: Chapter 54: Agreeing on the Position of Young Master! (Seeking Follows and Monthly Tickets)
Late into the night, the many forces that had co to attend the banquet finally dispersed in groups.
Only the people of the Gu Family remained, busily tidying up.
Gu Zhan’s table, filled with Elders and Deacons, had yet to disperse.
“About the matter of Changge succeeding as the Young Master, do any of you have objections?”
Seeing that outsiders had left, Gu Zhan brought up another important issue.
Hearing this, the Gu Family Elders and Deacons present set down their wine bowls and ceased their chatter.
They looked at each other.
Eventually, all eyes turned to Gu Kuang.
“Why look at ? I’m not the one becoming the Young Master,” Gu Kuang said, lifting his wine bowl and taking a sip with an expressionless face.
Although he said this, everyone present knew full well that except for Gu Changge, Gu Kuang would not be content with anyone else taking the position of Young Master Gu.
After all, he was of the Heavenly Gate Realm too, the Gu Family’s top-level combat force in the open, second only to the Ancestor.
Though he usually did not stay with the Gu Family, he protected the family’s interests from afar.
“I have no objections.”
“The child’s inheritance of the Young Master’s position is both right and proper.”
“His father once made outstanding contributions to our Gu Family.”
“Elder Gu Kuang has also guarded one of our territories with remarkable achievents.”
“It was only his inability to cultivate before, and now that this issue has been resolved, there are no problems with him inheriting the position of Young Master.”
After a mont of silence, an Elder of the Heavenly Gate Realm was the first to speak out.
Seeing soone take the lead, others also expressed their agreent, “I also agree with what the Fifth Elder said.”
“Changge is suitable for the position of Young Master.”
“Although the child couldn’t cultivate over these years, he is known for his good character and has a decent reputation among his peers.”
“Additionally…”
“Now Changge has not only wed Miss Liu from the Heavenly Cold Sect but will soon enter into a matrimonial alliance with the Little Princess of the Imperial Family.”
“His seat as the Young Master is the obvious choice.”
“It will also benefit our Gu Family.”
The many Deacons and Elders present shared their opinions.
Even without considering Gu Kuang’s relation, Gu Changge was indeed the indisputable choice for Young Master.
And if his father’s connections were taken into account, the position was his and no other’s.
“Since there are no objections, then it’s settled.”
“Let’s finalize the child’s position as the Young Master while the Second Elder is here for his hocoming.”
Gu Zhan looked around the room and imdiately confird the decision.
Hearing this, everyone nodded.
Gu Kuang then revealed a smile, lifted his wine bowl, and everyone toasted and drank together.
From the beginning to the end, Changge’s eldest uncle and Third Uncle hadn’t managed to say anything.
But hearing that Changge’s position as Young Master was decided, they were truly happy for their nephew in their hearts.
“There are no objections to the position of Young Master, but the proper procedures still need to be followed.”
“Let’s make arrangents these few days.”
The Fifth Elder, who was the first to voice support, spoke again after sharing a drink with Gu Kuang.
However, upon hearing this, Gu Kuang’s eyebrows slightly furrowed.
According to the Gu Family’s customs, becoming the Young Master required not only good character but also strength as a standard.
If one could not command respect with their strength, how could they beco the Young Master and lead the Gu Family’s younger generation?
“Why should people be convinced?”
Thus, among the conditions to beco the Young Master, there was one: those of the sa generation could issue challenges if they wanted to beco the Young Master.
Although the winner of the challenge would not be chosen as the Young Master, it could at least negate their strength and disapprove of their ascension to the position.
“He has only been cultivating for a month and now, I’m afraid, let alone Divine Skills, he may not even have had ti to learn the most rudintary martial arts moves.”
“Even if the contest is within the sa Realm, it’s still at a disadvantage.”
“Not to ntion that other juniors have been cultivating for more than a decade, and several of them have even reached the Qi Sea Realm.”
“If you, Old Fifth, do not wish to see my grandson as the Young Master, just say it clearly.”
Gu Kuang’s aged face darkened, his right eye with a scar slightly narrowed, his voice evidently displeased.
Even Gu Sanfeng, who was standing to the side, couldn’t help but say, “You all are well aware of that brat’s situation. Since the Ancestor has taken a liking to him, his future achievents will certainly be no small matter, but right now, after all, the ti is too short. Perhaps, let’s call off the contest.”
“The rules cannot be changed.”
“Otherwise, wouldn’t the selection of the Young Master for the Gu Family beco chaotic in the future?”
“These rules were set by our Ancestors. If they truly need to be changed, let the Ancestor step in and erase this rule, then I’ll have nothing more to say.”
The fifth Elder of the Gu Family remained composed and spoke seriously.
His words imdiately dampened the jovial atmosphere.
Nevertheless, many Deacons nodded slightly, indicating that the Elder’s words also made sense.
After all, the rules followed by generations of the Gu Family cannot simply be changed.
“The fifth Elder is also acting according to the family rules. If it’s really not possible, it’s no big deal if Changge waits another three to five years before being elected as the Young Master.”
Another Elder of the Gu Family from the Heavenly Gate Realm pondered for a mont and spoke. He also supported the fifth Elder’s viewpoint.
Many Deacons also began to voice their agreent with this suggestion.
“Nonsense rules!”
“How about I fight on behalf of my grandson, and if any of you have objections, challenge !”
Gu Kuang slamd his drinking bowl onto the table and stood up, directly addressing the elders of the Heavenly Gate Realm of the Gu Family, not sparing even Gu Zhan a friendly look.
“Cool down.”
“The rules can’t be nonexistent, but that doesn’t an they can’t be slightly adapted.”
Gu Zhan appeared sowhat helpless upon seeing this, but he also knew it was his own past actions that caused Gu Kuang to harbor such anger.
“Let’s do it this way, since the child has received the Ancestor’s teachings, his Realm will undoubtedly improve quickly.”
“Given this, we shall abide by the challenges within the sa Realm. If soone disapproves of his position as the Young Master, they can face him in a duel within the sa Realm.”
“This should be acceptable, right?”
Gu Zhan pondered for a mont and proposed a compromise.
With the Ancestor’s teachings, it’s a sufficient indication that his Realm will not fall behind, and in fact, he may quickly surpass those of the sa generation in the Qi Sea Realm, so this can be overlooked.
But, after all, he has only been cultivating for a month and simply hasn’t had ti to learn Divine Skills, so a contest within the sa Realm could very well be his chance to win!
“That’s acceptable.” The fifth elder was the first to nod, confirming that this proposal was acceptable, not breaking the rules of the Gu Family.
Gu Kuang sat back down, his brows still furrowed, but he also nodded in agreent.
“Alright, then let’s disperse.”
“The second Elder can spend so ti teaching the child about Divine Skills during this period.”
“Besides, it’s not certain that soone will challenge him.”
“The boy has a rather good reputation within the Gu Family.”
Seeing that matters had been settled, Gu Zhan, fearing any further incidents, promptly got up to leave.
With the Family Head departing, everyone else also dispersed.
“San, tell Changge about the matter of becoming the Young Master when he wakes up tomorrow, so he can prepare in advance,” Gu Kuang said as he walked away, his voice trailing.
“Alright, Dad, but could you please stop calling that in the future? It doesn’t sound good!”
Gu Sanfeng quickly stood up straight in agreent, yet he couldn’t help but add a wry smile as he complained.
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