As long as he obtained Chu Tiankuo's support, along with the die-hard loyalists behind him, the Great Chu royal family would never change!
Taking a deep breath, Chu Wuqing said, "Old Sixteen … Do you not want to stand on your father's side?"
Facing Chu Wuqing's question, Chu Tiankuo frowned and stood up. He cupped his fists at Chu Wuqing and said, "Father, it's not that I don't want to stand on your side, but … You've done a lot of foolish things over the years."
Hearing Chu Tiankuo's words, if it were the Chu Wuqing of the past, he would immediately fly into a rage and curse at Chu Tiankuo.
But now, he didn't know if it was because he drank three tubes of Dao Comprehension Tea, or because he had matured after experiencing so much, but he wasn't angry at all. Instead, he understood Chu Tiankuo's thoughts and even understood his worries.
With a faint smile, Chu Wuqing said, "Ah Sixteen … You better understand that I'm your father and you're my son. Only I can be unguarded against you. No one else can!"
This …
Hearing Chu Wuqing's words, Chu Tiankuo's eyebrows twitched and he seemed to be thinking about something.
Looking at Chu Tiankuo, Chu Wuqing wasn't worried at all.
Just as Chu Xingyun said, only with absolute benefits would there be absolute loyalty. As long as the benefits were the same, Old Sixteen would definitely stand on his side. No one could stop him.
While thinking, Chu Wuqing smiled and said, "Old Sixteen … In the past, your father has indeed done a lot of wrong things, but … I'm also human and can make mistakes. Haven't you made mistakes?"
Hearing Chu Wuqing's words, Chu Tiankuo's body trembled violently. He suddenly raised his head and looked at Chu Wuqing.
That's right … Everyone was human and humans could make mistakes. The key was whether or not Chu Wuqing was aware of his mistakes and whether or not he had the determination to correct them!
Bravely facing Chu Tiankuo's gaze, Chu Wuqing said resolutely, "Even if I continue to make mistakes, even if I never turn back, you can only support me. It's not for anything else, but because I'm your father … your father!"
At the beginning, Chu Wuqing was very calm, but as he spoke … Chu Wuqing's voice became stern!
Looking at Chu Wuqing in shock, Chu Tiankuo's expression changed like never before.
That's right, no matter what, Chu Wuqing was his father, his father!
No matter how terrible his mistakes were, he had nothing to say to them.
If Chu Wuqing didn't treat them well, the Great Chu royalty wouldn't have fallen into their hands's hands.
Chu Tiankuo's father's father's father's's father, Chu's father's's father's, and Chu's father. And Chu ''s's's.
On the other hand, although Chu Xingtian had been very polite at the beginning, he had been very courteous.
However, with the passage of time, in these two years, he had begun to restrict the clan elder's authority and tried to take over the clan elder's control of the benefits.
Just as Chu Wuqing said, as the father … Chu Wuqing didn't mind giving out the clan's assets.
But as a descendant, would Chu Xingtian be willing to give away his assets to his father and grandfather?
Benefits!
That's right, the only thing that could sway Chu Tiankuo's decision was benefits!
As for kinship, everyone was of the same bloodline. They were all family, so there was no difference.
Chu Tiankuo was also a son …
But if he asked himself honestly, could he give all his power and property to his father?
No! He couldn't …
If he could, he would've stood behind Chu Wuqing a long time ago.
At the same time, Chu Tiankuo was also a father …
Then … if he put himself in Chu Tiankuo's shoes, would he be willing to give his assets to his son?
Yes, he would be willing …
In fact, Chu Tiankuo knew very well that one day, his assets would be distributed to his children and grandchildren.
It was the nature of a father to his son. He was always generous and magnanimous.
But a son would never be able to treat his father the same way a father treated his son.
Many fathers raised their sons painstakingly and painstakingly.
In order to find a wife for their son, they gave their only house to their son, but they had nowhere to go.
There were many such cases everywhere. In every village and village, there were bound to be many.
But in contrast, a son would serve his father painstakingly. In the end, in order to find a wife for his father, he gave his father his only house, but he had nowhere to go.
Let me ask … were there many such cases? In fact … were there?!
Seeing Chu Wuqing's imposing manner, Chu Tiankuo was finally moved.
That's right, there was no other reason. Chu Tiankuo was his father, his biological father!
Anyone could harm him, anyone could wrong him, but his biological father wouldn't. Absolutely not!
Only his biological father would spoil him and raise him. No one else could do that.
Taking a shaky breath, Chu Tiankuo's body trembled as he walked around the table and stood in front of Chu Wuqing.
Plop …
With a muffled sound, Chu Tiankuo knelt down and called out in a trembling voice, "Father …"
Looking at Chu Wuqing with gratification, Chu Tiankuo reached out with trembling hands and helped him up. He said emotionally, "I have done many wrong things in the past. I won't deny that. But no matter what, I, Chu Wuqing, have a clear conscience towards my children!"
Hearing Chu Wuqing's words, most people couldn't help but lower their heads.
Indeed, Chu Wuqing might not be a good emperor, a good patriarch, or a good husband.
But as a father, Chu Wuqing was impeccable. He had never wronged his children and grandchildren.
Standing up straight, Chu Tiankuo suddenly turned his head and said to the elders who were still standing behind the table, "What are you all standing there for? Come and greet him!"
Hearing Chu Tiankuo's words, no one hesitated and immediately moved.
Just as Chu Xingyun had predicted, these people were fence-sitters. They would side with whichever side was stronger.
Now that Chu Tiankuo had chosen a side, it was clear who was stronger and who was weaker. If they didn't choose a side now, they would be the ones being suppressed.
Soon, except for Chu Xingtian and the thirteen elders behind him, everyone stood on Chu Wuqing's side.
Coldly looking at Chu Xingtian, Chu Wuqing said, "Now … what else do you have to say?"
Facing Chu Wuqing's questioning, Chu Xingtian wasn't nervous at all. He smiled lazily and said, "Why should I say anything? What does all this have to do with me?"
As he spoke, Chu Xingtian proudly puffed out his chest and said, "I am the chief inspector of the Ministry of Supervision. My status is noble and my power is illustrious. You should be the ones fawning over me and begging for my protection, not the other way around!"
Everyone's expressions changed when they heard Chu Xingtian's words.
Indeed, the Great Chu royalty only had a nice name now. In reality, it was only strong on the outside but weak on the inside. It had already lost all its power and influence.
If Chu Xingtian wasn't willing to protect them, or even turn around and stand against them, then their business would be ruined.
Seeing that all the elders were silent like cicadas in winter, Chu Xingtian smiled proudly and said, "Moreover, my throne was established by the Great Ancestor. Do you think it's something you can abolish just because you say so?"
Disdainfully glancing at Chu Wuqing, Chu Xingtian said, "You can be proud for now. I've already sent someone to invite Great Ancestor Dongfang. He will be here soon. You won't be proud for long."
Just as Chu Xingtian finished speaking, a melodious announcement sounded from outside the door …
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