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Chapter 853 589: Killing Intent
The concept of face is simply incomparable to tangible benefits.
In comparison to the control over a massive sanctuary like the Star Palace, what's a simple kowtow worth?
Not to mention a kowtow, even if Chen Wanhong asked Chen Zhaosheng to change his surname and acknowledge him as his father, Chen Tianxiong wouldn't hesitate at all, not even frowning.
Why, even if the surname changes, does that mean the blood within the child's body is no longer his own?
Moreover, isn't the ancestor's surname also Chen!
The little schemes in Chen Tianxiong's heart were not exposed by either of them, but in fact, after Chen Tianxiong kowtowed, both Chen Wanhong and Chen Zhaosheng were left somewhat at a loss whether to laugh or cry.
"Father, what are you doing? Get up, get up. I remember the Evergreen Peach Tree on the mountain has borne fruit again. Now that Zhixing is back, you should pick some and bring them for him to taste."
Chen Zhaosheng spoke softly to Chen Tianxiong in this manner.
It wasn't that he felt embarrassed by his father's actions, but rather, having just returned to the Celestial Profound realm without getting the lay of the land, suddenly acknowledging an ancestor without understanding the full picture felt too abrupt for Chen Zhaosheng.
Chen Zhaosheng felt that no matter what, it was best to first consult Chen Zhixing and understand the specifics before making this decision.
After considering this, he persuaded his hesitant father Chen Tianxiong, who kept making faces at him, to leave. Turning back, Chen Zhaosheng looked at Chen Wanhong with a hint of apology and said:
"I'm afraid I have made a fool of myself, Senior. My father has resided on Ziwei Mountain for many years, long enough not to have seen any outsiders for over a century. He is a bit blunt in terms of dealing with people, and I hope you can be forgiving."
Yes, what Chen Zhaosheng meant was that his father's previous commitment didn't count and needed to be put on hold for now.
But as the saying goes.
Once you're on a pirate ship, how can you expect to disembark?
Impossible!!!
Chen Wanhong, however, disregarded those words entirely. It was as if he hadn't heard Chen Zhaosheng at all; he merely kept smiling at Chen Zhaosheng, as if watching the future of the family.
It wasn't until he saw a slight change in Chen Zhaosheng's expression that he suddenly spoke up: "Don't think I'm setting you up. In fact, this choice is a good path for you. Right now, your cousin is practically a half-immortal in the clouds, barely concerning himself with the affairs of the Star Palace or the major events in the Celestial Profound Realm. And now, having returned to Celestial Profound from Ziwei Mountain, wishing to quickly establish a foothold and gain control, the best method is to take over the Star Palace from me, and acknowledging Star Island and Ziwei as one will aid you in immediately mastering the authority represented by the Star Palace upon taking office. This choice, for you, isn't a difficulty."
"It's not a difficulty, but junior still hopes to discuss with Zhixing, and I hope Senior understands."
"I'm not forcing you; you certainly can discuss it with Zhixing. The reason I'm telling you these things now is just to prepare you, and consulting Zhixing is necessary."
Saying this, Chen Wanhong's gaze towards Chen Zhaosheng grew even more appreciative.
Although he was well aware that in terms of aptitude, cultivation, intelligence, social skills, etc., Chen Zhaosheng scores only around 87 or 88, far from being a so-called prodigious talent.
But no matter how a child in one's own family performs, any slight excellence is enough to please the elders, not to mention that Zhaosheng's return came at precisely the right time, with all conditions being favorable, aligning all factors in his favor. It's now the opportune moment for him to take over the vast power of the Star Palace from his ancestor, uniting the two branches of the Chen Family.
The only pity is that the child in the family, who is not much older than Chen Zhaosheng by a few hundred years, would have been the best candidate to inherit the Star Palace if not for Chen Zhaosheng's return.
Thinking this, Chen Wanhong sighed.
The technique Chen Zhaosheng practices is not the Star Tao Technique. With just a glance, Chen Wanhong could tell that what Zhaosheng cultivates is the Seasonal Rotation Tao, though compatible with the mainstream Star Tao of the Star Palace, it ultimately isn't as fundamentally connected as the Star Tao technique.
By contrast, the family's other child, who has cultivated to the stage of the Hundred Feet Dharma Body, is undoubtedly more fitting to take over the position of Star Palace Master.
But again, who cares.
Who is right is not important, who the Star Venerable deems fitting is crucial.
Compared to the family member who has reached the Longevity Realm for nearly a hundred years without interacting much with Chen Zhixing, the advantage of having grown up with Chen Zhixing gives Chen Zhaosheng innumerable bonus points, even outweighing the exam answer key itself.
How can that be matched?
Cannot, cannot be matched, impossible to compete with.
Understanding this point, upon seeing Chen Zhaosheng for the first time, Chen Wanhong laid everything bare, placing his hope on Chen Zhaosheng.
Not to compete but to surrender.
Utilizing the advantage of the basic game board, to make the other party see them as one family, and after a few generations, ultimately achieve a complete integration.
This is the best choice Chen Wanhong can make.
As for why?
No other reason.
Simply because the nature of the current Star Venerable has become too indifferent, with Chen Zhixing auxiliary cultivating the Immortal Tao Technique, it's expected he will continue with this 'slowly releasing humanity' for millions of years. When a strong person reaches such longevity, the best choice for his family is to attach themselves to his side.