Return of the King, Chapter 1760 - 1654: You’re Worth Too Much

Chapter 1760: Chapter 1654: You’re Worth Too Much

After discussing the things that needed to be done next with Mr. Song, Song Laibao went to gather all the Song Family members as arranged by Mr. Song.

The largest hall of the Song Family, which originally had Mr. Song’s ashes, had been cleared, and any items related to mourning had been thoroughly cleaned up.

Several grand armchairs were placed in the hall once again.

The 108 authorities of the Song Family all appeared in the hall, while many Song Family members gathered outside, only able to listen to those inside without having much say themselves.

Supported by Song Yun, Mr. Song came into the hall, and Song Meifeng was the first to greet him.

"Brother, although Meiqin made a mistake, she doesn’t deserve to die for it," Song Meifeng said, "You could just confine her somewhere, why let her die?"

"I already gave them a chance," Mr. Song said, "If I keep giving chances, then where do I place my principles as Song Wu?"

"Alas!"

Song Meiqin sighed and said no more.

Mr. Song slowly walked to the central seat and sat down. Song Ergou and Ye Qingsi sat next to him, followed by Song Meifeng and Song Chun.

"I assume everyone is aware of today’s matters!"

Seated at the top, Mr. Song said, "Song Kunlun, Song Meiqin, and Song Dong are implicated in defaming and harming fellow kin. Song Meiqin and Song Dong have already gone to meet our ancestors, and as for Song Kunlun, he has already fled Beijing!"

As soon as these words were spoken, an uproar ensued among the Song Family members.

Song Meiqin and Song Dong were dead.

Although the rumor had circulated, many were still skeptical. Why?

Song Meiqin and Song Dong were leaders, akin to a branch leader in the entire Song Family, ranking just below the Family Head in terms of power and position. In ancient times, they were like feudal governors, such figures suddenly dead — it was too shocking.

"You didn’t hear wrong; Song Meiqin and Song Dong are dead," Mr. Song’s face bore a trace of viciousness, "Anyone who harms the kin will meet such an end. Take this as a lesson; Song Meiqin’s branch will be managed by Qingsi, and Song Dong’s branch by Xia Tian. Does anyone object?"

No objections could be made; these decisions were made by Mr. Song, Song Yun, and Song Ergou together. With Song Meiqin and Song Dong dead, their branches lacked leaders, requiring someone to manage regular affairs. If Song Meifeng and Song Chun led, their power would be too centralized, impeding main branch work. Thus, Mr. Song decided that Ye Qingsi and Xia Tian would manage the branches temporarily, until Qing Yan and Song Yuxue returned to take over. Then, a few loyal and promising individuals would be selected from the branches for training, and when the time was right, the branches would be handed over to them.

"Of course, Qingsi and Xia Tian are temporarily managing, so next, I will have Ergou begin the selection process for branch leaders. Anyone over 40 with descendants can register, and of course, loyalty to the Song Family is a must. Ability can be cultivated later. This will involve selection and assessment, and the two with the best scores will directly become branch leaders. Remember, this is your greatest chance to rise, so those interested can sign up with Tie Niu!"

Mr. Song said.

With these words, even more excitement filled the hall, including among the 108 authorities. While being an authority is good, it pales compared to being a leader, thus many deeply coveted the leader position. Mr. Song’s selection announcement stirred many hearts, alleviating the oppressive mood that had formed from the execution of the two traitorous leaders.

This was how Mr. Song planned to divert the tribe’s negative emotions.

After all, Song Meiqin and Song Dong had each cemented loyalty in the family, and their death had broken many hearts, possibly destabilizing junior members. So, Mr. Song devised this method, not only stabilizing hearts but also encouraging ambition — a win-win.

"Additionally, Song Meiqin and Song Dong’s personal assets will all be handed over to the family," Mr. Song stated lastly, but this was not widely noted.

"Now, I’ll announce the punishment for Song Kunlun!"

Mr. Song suddenly declared.

The entire hall fell silent.

"Song Kunlun, implicated in harming kin: after deliberation, it’s unanimously decided that Song Kunlun should be eliminated!"

Mr. Song’s words carried a ruthless edge that sent chills down everyone’s spine.

This is the aura of a formidable leader.

"From today, the Song Family will deploy all forces to eliminate Song Kunlun. If anyone can personally get rid of Song Kunlun, I will create a new branch for them and appoint them as its leader!"

Mr. Song’s second statement spurred another wave of excitement in the hall.

Creating a new branch independently.

This hadn’t happened in ages.

Previously, when Old Master Song was still around, two branches were created for Song Meiqin and Song Meifeng. Each branch is akin to a great cake; once you become its leader, your position and identity will be on par with people like Song Meifeng, and the enormous benefits the branch brings are yours.

It’s like suddenly being appointed as a feudal governor.

This offer was even more attractive than the previous one, as it involved creating an independent branch. You would be the first leader in the family’s records, akin to being the first Family Head, which is even more impressive than leading other branches.

Many hearts became ardently interested, and Song Kunlun suddenly symbolized glittering gold coins and vast resources.

Initially, some showed friendliness towards Song Kunlun, but now all regarded him as a life-or-death enemy.

For betraying the Song Family and due to Mr. Song’s promise that killing him earns a new branch leadership — no hard feelings, but Song Kunlun was too unbelievably valuable!