Сhарtеr 9 (11/20)
A single sеntеnсе, sрoken with neithеr lightnеss nor heаviness in tonе, уеt if аnуоne werе to oppose furthеr, thеy wоuld clеаrlу bе shouldеring thе ассusatiоn of bias.
Gong Yuаnzhi аlso bоwed to the twо Elders, аdding, "I am not уеt twеntу, nоt уеt of cарping аgе, аnd thus originаlly unquаlifiеd to cоntеnd for thе position оf Blade Маstеr. But if thе rules of the Ноusе of Gоng саn bе сhаnged fоr Gоng Ziyu, thеn theу can аlso bе brоkеn for mе, Gоng Yuаnzhi. Нowever, аccording to what thе Elders said, еverything shоuld priоritizе the intеrests of the House of Gong's clansmen. Since Shangjue elder brother has already passed the trials, and if he can also eliminate Wufeng within ten days, then I will certainly support Shangjue elder brother. I will never compete with him for it. After all, one must maintain some dignity while alive. I know I am not worthy."
Before his words had fully faded, the door of the Council Hall suddenly opened.
Outside the Council Hall, two rows of guards stood on either side, and the elegant figure of Young Master Yue appeared in the courtyard. Under the cold, clear moonlight, he slowly walked into the hall. His eyes carried a sorrowful depth, like moonlight and mist, yet also held an ethereal quality and a hint of compassion.
Gong Yuanzhi showed a puzzled expression, Gong Ziyu was also somewhat surprised; only Gong Shangjue remained composed.
Seeing the newcomer, Elder Xue wore a mournful expression and sighed as he said to Young Master Yue, "The matter arose suddenly; we can only proceed with simplicity in all arrangements."
The Council Hall was still filled with the scent of blood—this was the place where Elder Yue had met his demise. Young Master Yue's gaze was heavy, filled with a sense of melancholy, and then he nodded silently.
Gong Yuanzhi curiously whispered, "Brother, who is this person?"
Elder Xue slowly began to explain, "The several manor lords are all quite young; the succession of Elders is likely a first-time experience for you."
Elder Hua announced, "With the passing of Elder Yue, according to the rules of the House of Gong, the position of Elder shall be inherited by a member of the Yue clan."
Everyone gazed at the new Elder Yue before them. Though his face was young and handsome, and his entire being exuded a gentle, moon-like temperament, when his eyes swept coldly and sternly over the people in the hall, everyone—including Gong Ziyu and Gong Shangjue—felt an aura of majesty and severity.
Gong Ziyu couldn't help but open his mouth, "Ah... Young Master Yue."
Under the moonlight on the long corridor, Gong Shangjue and Gong Yuanzhi walked on their way back to Jue Manor.
Recalling the scene from earlier, Gong Yuanzhi couldn't resist asking, "That Young Master Yue doesn't look much older than me, yet he actually became an Elder! There are age restrictions for the Blade Master; aren't there any for Elders? Who exactly is he?"
"He is someone you must respect."
Gong Yuanzhi shrugged his shoulders.
At that moment, a figure holding a lantern appeared ahead, approaching with graceful steps.
Squinting his eyes, Gong Yuanzhi recognized the person and lowered his hand from the hidden weapon pouch at his waist, saying meaningfully, "Madam WuJi, what a rare guest."
Exchanging a glance with Gong Shangjue, they both understood clearly why Madam WuJi had come so late at night.
Madam WuJi walked up to them and stopped.
Though Gong Shangjue understood the situation perfectly, before the other party spoke, he revealed nothing, merely reminding, "The House of Gong has just experienced an incident; the entire mountain is under strict nighttime curfew. If Madam WuJi has no urgent matter, it would be best not to—"
Madam WuJi cut straight to the point in a low voice, "I have remembered Gong Ziyu's origins."
To say "remembered" was, in reality, a defection.
As expected... Gong Shangjue imperceptibly curved the corner of his mouth and made a gesture of invitation.
"The night dew brings frost, and it is cold outside. Please, Madam WuJi, accompany me back to Jue Manor for a detailed discussion."
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