All the elders immediately fell silent. They really didn't understand? Of course not! In fact, which of these elders was not a true cunning person? Which one lacked extensive experience and a wise mind? Otherwise...how could they become elders of such a top-tier family, helping the family head manage all sorts of affairs?

They all saw things clearly!

Now, within the Fu Family, perhaps only one and a half people are not disliked by Chu Mo.

That half person is Fu Xiaodie, whom they had expelled from the family. She is Chu Mo's master's wife! Of course, Chu Mo wouldn't dislike her. But because she had already been expelled from the family, she could only count as half a person.

That one person is Fu Feng!

Of course, that includes the people behind Fu Feng.

Right from the start, Fu Feng, for some unknown reason, firmly stood by Chu Mo's side.

There were rumors that this was influenced by Si Tutu, but such rumors were not highly regarded within the Fu Family. Because Fu Feng had always been a very ambitious person and someone inherently forceful. With no place for him within the internal ranks of the Fu Family, he didn't compete for anything and directly cast his sights outward.

If it wasn't for the Daoist Sect making an accidental blunder in Chu Mo's hands before, it's feared that in just a few years, the entire Daoist Sect...would have become something in Fu Feng's pocket!

This is also why, although Fu Feng was not well-liked within the Fu Family, he still held a certain status. Because he had the ability!

This time, the whole Fu Family chose the wrong side, becoming enemies of Chu Mo and the Demon Lord. Now that Chu Mo has already become a force to be reckoned with, and the Demon Lord has become unstoppable, the Fu Family, despite its large size and business, is like a big ship in a storm, at risk of capsizing at any moment!

But Fu Feng...from the very beginning, chose the right side. He firmly stood by Chu Mo's side.

Recently, there have often been reports about Fu Feng trying all means to assist Chu Mo. The Si Family, behind Si Tutu, also made an extremely correct decision!

They became allies of Chu Mo!

Under immense pressure, rallying for Chu Mo, helping in the dark, in the face of the oncoming accusations and various attacks, they have never changed their minds.

Now, the partnership between Chu Mo and his mentor, the Demon Lord, has already become a mighty force.

Especially a few days ago, the Elixir Sect, being a top sect in the Immortal Realm that has always remained neutral, suddenly announced to the world that Chu Mo is Elixir Sect's most steadfast ally, and the Elixir Sect will advance and retreat together with Chu Mo!

The declaration of the Elixir Sect was the last straw that broke the Fu Family.

So, the Fu Family completely conceded!

Back then, they didn't dare to offend the Elixir Sect, and now... even less so!

"I agree to appoint Fu Feng as the next successor of the Fu Family," the Fu Family's head elder sighed after a long while. "At the same time, I choose to resign from my position as the head elder of the Fu Family. I am old and am preparing to focus on cultivation for some years before attempting to reach the great Luo Golden Immortal stage."

"I also agree," the Third Elder sighed. "At the same time, I also resign from my position as an elder of the Fu Family..."

"I agree as well."

"I agree."

The gathering of elders in the room finally made the choice that they were least willing to, but was the most correct.

A look of relief finally appeared on Fu Jiuxiao's face, as he said softly, "Since everyone agrees…"

"I disagree!" At this moment, an indignant voice suddenly came from outside. Then, a person pushed the door and entered.

"How audacious!" shouted the head elder in anger. "Get out!"

Fu Jiuxiao didn't say anything, only looking coldly at the person who came in.

Fu Yu.

The most favored candidate for the next head of the Fu Family, and the initiator of the incident targeting Chu Mo.

Fu Yu's eyes were filled with anger and resentment as he bravely met the gaze of the family head Fu Jiuxiao, his father, "What is Fu Feng? Why should he be qualified to inherit the position of head of the Fu Family?"

"How did you come to know of this?" There were icy flames dancing in Fu Jiuxiao's eyes. Instead of answering Fu Yu's question, he voiced the doubt in his heart.

The Fu Family's Elder Council's entire room was sealed; there was no way for the discussion to be overheard from outside. Unless... one of the attendees had previously activated the communication stone to Fu Yu, leaking the information!

Although Fu Jiuxiao had decided to relinquish the position of family head, it was a reluctant measure to preserve the entire clan; it didn't mean he was willing to do so! Nor did it mean his edge would just disappear!

"I haven't even stepped down from this position as family head yet, and you're already treating me like this?" Fu Jiuxiao's gaze swept over everyone present. What puzzled him, though, was that he didn't see any telltale signs.

All the elders of the Fu Family were very familiar to Fu Jiuxiao. He knew explicitly their habits when lying. But at this moment, he couldn't detect any anomalies on anyone's face. Finally, his eyes returned to Fu Yu and he asked, word by word, "How exactly did you find out?"

"I... I..." Fu Yu was immediately at a loss for words, stammering and unable to speak. He had been so enraged by the news that he charged in without a second thought, but when his father questioned him this way, he suddenly realized there was trouble! The communication stone he had secretly planted in this room had been there for many years!

No one except himself knew about this.

Throughout the years, there were few things related to the Fu Family's Elder Council that Fu Yu didn't know. That's how he managed to gain advantages over his siblings time and again, gradually earning his father's favor, and eventually becoming the prime candidate for succession.

But if this matter were truly revealed, let alone succession, even being Fu Jiuxiao's own son wouldn't save him.

"Speak!" Fu Jiuxiao roared in fury, standing up and approaching Fu Yu.

Fu Yu fell to his knees with a thud, silent.

Looking down from his position above, Fu Jiuxiao sinisterly said, "You won't speak, will you?" He lifted his head to look at the variously colored faces of the elders in the room, "Search! Search this room thoroughly for me!"

"Don't!" Fu Yu suddenly burst into tears, hugging Fu Jiuxiao's legs, "Father... I was wrong, please spare me! I realize my mistake, I won't fight for the position of family head anymore..."

"You truly are promising! Who would have thought my son, Fu Jiuxiao, could be so clever, hehe...hehe." Fu Jiuxiao suddenly started laughing, his voice warming significantly. He asked softly, "My good son, if Fu Feng becomes the family head, will you earnestly support him?"

"Yes, yes, I absolutely must, definitely will!" Fu Yu, sensing a strong crisis from his father's tone, cried as he spoke, "I will surely support with all my heart..."

Snap!

A crisp sound.

Fu Yu's skull burst open, and he lay dead on the ground.

The room fell instantly silent.

A tiger wouldn't eat its own cubs, yet Fu Jiuxiao actually killed his own son. This left all the elders present chilled to the bone.

"Good son, your second primordial spirit can go. Start your cultivation anew." Tears streamed down Fu Jiuxiao's face as he murmured, "With your nature, once Fu Feng ascends, how could you be content? By then... what you face would be the dispersal of your soul! Better to kill you now, ease Fu Feng's mind, and leave you a chance at life!"

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