SWNOVELS Chapter 359
Chapter 359: Chapter Three Hundred Fifty-Five: Father- Son Grudges (I'm very happy-)
Yelling out the current Clan Chief's proper name at the entrance of the Xiao family's territory was nothing short of a death wish.
But the clan guard, recognizing the newcomer, could only show a troubled face and advise, "My lord, please calm down. Don't shout anymore. If the Clan Chief hears you, it will be disastrous."
"Heard?" Xiao Zheng forcefully smashed the empty wine pot in his hand onto the ground: "I want him to hear it, Xiao Jinlin! Xiao Jinlin! Come out and see me!"
Such behaviour after drinking was bound to attract attention. Many members of the Xiao family opened their doors with anger, only to let out bitter smiles and shake their heads at the sight of Xiao Zheng. They found themselves frozen, unable to intervene or retreat.
The grudge between Xiao Zheng and his son Xiao Jinlin had been going on for nearly thirty years. Even the most obtuse members of the Xiao family had realized the irreconcilable differences between the two. They had always wondered why Xiao Jinlin had such an extreme reaction to Xiao Zheng's abandonment of martial arts. Some of Xiao Jinlin's actions, even in their eyes seemed excessive. It was no wonder Xiao Zheng had come to be in this bitter' state.
They were not gloating or watching some theatre play unfold, but they simply did not know how they could involve themselves in the relationship between the two. Xiao Zheng had become the economic pillar of the Xiao family and Xiao Jinlin was the chief of the Xiao family. Hasty involvement would likely displease both of them, so they could only watch the drama unfold and wait for an appropriate person to intervene.
They knew that person would undoubtedly appear, as he was currently the sole connecting thread between Xiao Zheng and Xiao Jinlin. With his phoenix-like eyes, Xiao Qi gently descended onto the main gate. His long ink-black hair was held up by a jade crown, presenting an image that disguised his martial prowess.
Xiao Qi landed in front of Xiao Zheng. The two looked quite similar. Though due to his cultivation, Xiao Qi appeared like a man in his early thirties. He said to Xiao Zheng, whose face was flushed from drinking, with respect: "Brother you ve come. Father is already waiting for you in the main hall."
Hearing that Xiao Jinlin was still putting on airs as the head of the Xiao family Xiao Zheng sneered: "If he won't come to see me, then there's no need to see ' him at all."
With an air of casual dismissiveness, Xiao Zheng turned to leave the Xiao family's territory right away. But given that Xiao Qi had already appeared he wouldn't let his older brother leave just like that. He shimmered like a mirage and appeared before Xiao Zheng, pleading in a pitiful tone, "Big brother, stop being temperamental. Father is waiting for you in the courtyard. It has been over a decade since you last saw each other, can't you just get along once? After all, he is our father!"
Ever since Xiao Zheng became a prominent merchant in Xiling, he did meet his father once. As soon as they met, they ended up in an argument, with Xiao Zheng's disrespectful attitude further enraging Xiao Jinlin. Xiao Jinlin, a powerful figure in the Fierce Realm, exerted his full power over Xiao Zheng who was only at the Mortal Realm. This forced Xiao Zheng to kneel without any means to resist. Xiao Jinlin then pointed at his forehead and scolded him for a whole hour.
After that incident, Xiao Zheng seemingly went insane. He even stopped calling him 'father', addressing Xiao Jinlin by his full name instead. Even Xiao Qi felt their father's actions that time were somewhat excessive. However, parents are still parents after all. He thought that after more than a decade - Xiao Zheng's anger should have dwindled, and he assumed that his brother's return now to discuss important matters could be a step towards breaking the ice. But Xiao Z eng was just as he was more than a decade ago, harbouring resentment deep within him. F
Of course, Xiao Zheng has resentment, and he turned to Xiao Qi and said coldly That s your father, not mine. Xiao Jinlin may have given birth to me but he did not raise me. And everything I owe him has long been returned to the Xiao Family. The billions in revenue each year, isn't that sufficient to cover the few moments of agitation from back then!?"
"Big brother!!!" xiao Qi was so angry that he could burst into tears. He couldn't e leve that his brother would utter such defiant words right in front of the great gate. Looking at the crowd that had gathered to watch the commotion he felt his world was turned upside down. He quickly covered Xiao Zheng's mouth grabbed his arm and ascended into the sky. He feared that if they lingered at the gate for too long, things would escalate beyond control.
Since Xiao Zheng refused to walk on his own, he had no choice but to take him. Leaping over the gate and soaring past the courtyard, he landed in the inner courtyard before releasing Xiao Zheng.
"You indeed are Xiao Jinlin's son," Xiao Zheng said calmly to Xiao Qi as soon as they landed. However, the icy hatred in his eyes made even Xiao Qi, a mighty figure from the Fierce Realm, cringe.
"Big brother, I was the one who made a mistake." Xiao Qi looked ashamed and owe deeply, The guards and many other clansmen were present at the gate just now. I really had no other choice but to cart you away so as to uphold the family honor. Please forgive me, big brother."
Upon hearing his apology, Xiao Zheng didn't calm down, instead, his anger trembled his body. In a chilly tone, he retorted, "Wrong? The Xiao families' Young Clan Chief can make a mistake? You and Xiao Jinlin truly are like father hke son. Only you two can decide what's right or wrong. If anyone dares to contradict you, they will be corrected against their will. What is the point of an apology thereafter? Do you even think you are wrong? You're only demonstrating your magnanimity. Hahaha, forgiveness? Do I have the right to forgive you, the Young Clan Chief of the Xiao Family!?"
Xiao Qi's head dipped even lower. He knew his actions just now had thoroughly enraged his older brother. He didn't even attempt to defend himself, spreading his hands, he invited, "Father is inside the house. Big Brother, please enter."
"Hmm."
Seeing his brother's imperturbable demeanor, Xiao Zheng chuckled weakly turned around, crossed the courtyard and pushed open the main gate.
Xiao Jinlin, the head of the Xiao family, sat with his eyes closed in the main hall. Wisps of incense were spiraling upwards from the burner beside him, enveloping his entire body, giving a surreal touch to his presence.
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As the door was pushed open by
Xiao Zheng, the seemingly
meditating elderly man suddenly opened his eyes. His eyes,
resembling an ancient well, well, fell upon the newcomer. Upon recognizing who it was, disappointment filled his gaze, More than ten years have passed, yet you've made no progress.
Useless!" Xiao Zheng, who initially intended to take the initiative in the conversation had his opportunity stolen. The dismissive words from above infuriated him He pointed at the old man and said coldly, "Over ten years have passed, and you're still as repulsive as ever, old creature!" The content is on Novelxo.org! Read the latest chapter there!
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"Old creature!?" Xiao Jinlin didn't get mad at Xiao Zheng's words; instead,
he aug e heartily. With your talent, you are stilba commoner even though you're nearing fifty. When the
day comes that you die, I will have the grace to bury you within our clan's cemetery." The content is on Novelxo.org! Read the latest chapter there!
After teasing with the honorific, the old man glared at Xiao Zheng again "You're
still so flippant. It seems that I didn't teach you well last time on how to talk to
me!"
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The explosive power at the pinnacle of the Fierce Realm unfurled, pushing aside the rising smoke from the incense. The mountainous pressure descended on Xiao Zheng. It was so
intense that not even a peak warrior from the Mortal Realm would be
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But Xiao Zheng, faced with such power, merely burped from his alcohol, laughing
mockingly, "Who is it exactly that hasn't made any progress in over ten years, still pulling the same old tricks? If I hadn't come prepared, why would I appear before you again, old creature!"