Chapter 1103: Chapter 741: Gathering of Elders (Part 2)
No need to even think, it’s obvious that this is Fu Yuzi, the only remaining elder of the ascension realm within the Human Race!
Fu Yuzi, whose real name is Zhong Yu, is usually referred to as Elder Zhong by those who are close to him. Fu Yuzi is just his daoist title.
But to Xiang Beifei’s surprise, Fu Yuzi’s gaze wasn’t directed with anger and hostility at some of those people, but at someone with a calm demeanor!
Although the other party tried hard to exhibit a sense of coldness, Xiang Beifei could perceive that the coldness wasn’t pure, and it didn’t carry even a shred of hostility.
Something seems off.
Normally, since Fu Yuzi was endorsed as the new generation’s Human King, he should harbor the deepest hostility towards someone like Xiang Beifei who just arrived and threatened to seize the throne, shouldn’t he?
Yet strangely, the one who harbored the greatest hostility towards Xiang Beifei wasn’t the most powerful, Fu Yuzi!
Luo Shanyou spoke up: "I hope the elders have been well. Today, without further pleasantries, we’ve gathered here because of Xiang Beifei, the son of the previous Human King, who recently arrived here from Jiuzhou."
As soon as he finished speaking, a middle-aged man, pale yet with a cold and stern demeanor, strong and robust, spoke up: "Luo Shanyou, I know what you’re plotting, but I’ve already told you, from Daoist Qingde to Xiang Tianxing, and now to Xiang Beifei, I’ve lost all hope in their family! If you want him to be the Human King, I’m the first to oppose!"
This man is named Chu Jun, with a cultivation level in the early Inquiring Dao stage.
On the way there, Duan Guyan had already informed Xiang Beifei about the elders in attendance and told him how to identify them by their clothing and appearance to prevent Xiang Beifei from being at a disadvantage by not knowing them.
Chu Jun’s discontent with Xiang Tianxing stems from his excessive trust in Daoist Qingde, and an over-reliance on Xiang Tianxing. Ultimately, when Daoist Qingde vanished, leaving everything leaderless, his wife got ambushed and killed by the Dao Palace during a mission shortly afterward.
Then, when Xiang Tianxing suddenly disappeared and his life flame extinguished, his convictions shattered once more. Coincidentally, his son was also targeted and killed by the Dao Palace.
He blames this pair of father and son for everything. Now that Xiang Beifei has appeared, he can no longer choose to believe, so he strongly opposes him!
"That’s right, what they brought us was not any kind of future, but rather led us into an abyss! We’ve experienced two disappointments already and don’t want a third!" Another exceptionally sharp and beautiful woman also coldly declared.
This woman is named Shen Xinshui, with an early-stage Inquiring Dao cultivation. Her experience, in some ways, mirrors Chu Jun’s. Blind trust led to a collapse she couldn’t face, resulting in immense resentment toward Xiang Beifei!
When these two spoke up, the remaining five who held hostility towards Xiang Beifei also expressed their stance.
None of them desired Xiang Beifei to lead the Human Race.
Chu Jun spoke up: "Duan Guyan already explained to us, in terms of strength, you don’t even compare to Elder Fu Yuzi; in terms of prestige, Elder Fu Yuzi has extremely high reverence within the Human Race; in terms of merit, Elder Fu Yuzi has repeatedly saved the Human Race in times of crisis. He is far more qualified to be our Human King, he is the one the people truly wish for!"
All seven of them stood beside Fu Yuzi, upholding Fu Yuzi as their new leader!
Fu Yuzi also gazed at Xiang Beifei, but perhaps due to the support of others, his previously calm gaze turned somewhat sharp.
"Are you Xiang Beifei?" Fu Yuzi asked.
"Yes, junior Xiang Beifei, greetings to Senior Fu Yuzi." Xiang Beifei cupped his fists.
No matter what, this is one of the most powerful individuals within the Human Race, a cornerstone in guarding the Human Race, so the required respect must be given.
However, Fu Yuzi didn’t appreciate this, stating, "You don’t need to talk qualifications with me. Today, you came for the position of Human King, so there’s no need to worry about seniority! The position of Human King should be taken by those with the capability. Your grandfather, your father, they have all disappointed everyone greatly, we won’t harbor any illusions about you."
His gaze was still filled with coldness.
Luo Shanyou responded deeply, "Fu Yuzi, don’t forget, the Human King is someone who brings hope and a future for everyone, what hope can you bring to the Human Race?"
"At the very least, I’m striving hard to survive for the Human Race, always working tirelessly for the rise of the Human Race, genuinely doing things for the Human Race! And their family? Each one only looking after their own interests. Daoist Qingde and Xiang Tianxing, as Human Kings, what hope did they truly bring us?" Fu Yuzi raised his voice.
"That’s right! Elder Fu Yuzi speaks the truth, their family never gave us hope! It feels like they are continuously toying with us, and now we’re still in deep trouble, unable to break free. They aren’t worthy of inheriting the name of the Human King anymore!" Chu Jun said, filled with righteous indignation.
From the other side, Shen Xinshui also sternly shouted at Xiang Beifei, "You even got Weiho Tiger killed! Do you know who Weiho Tiger is?"
Xiang Beifei frowned, slightly shaking his head: "I don’t know."
"Hmph! Of course, you don’t know! Let me tell you, Weiho Tiger, who burned his own spirit for you, was none other than Fu Yuzi’s son!"
Shen Xinshui’s voice rose a few pitches, becoming extremely angry.
Xiang Beifei was stunned and looked towards Fu Yuzi.
Fu Yuzi wore a grim expression, clenching his fists.
"Regarding the matter of Daoist Weihuo, I am truly sorry." Xiang Beifei indeed felt guilty.
But Luo Shanyou shouted, "Weiho Tiger made his choice, he died for the Human King! That was a choice he should have been prepared for when accepting his role!"