Mr. Bodyguard Novel - Chapter 184
Chapter 184 Dispute Over Succession
The first ray of light in the morning blurred the scenery in his pupils.
Lan Xiaoyun woke up from the mahogany bed and lifted the silk quilt covering his body. The first thing Lan Xiaoyun did was to wear slippers and knock on the door of the next room.
Knocking, no one answered.
Lan Xiaoyun felt a burst of disappointment as his expression became extremely depressed.
She lowered her head and whispered to herself, “Big Brother Jiang Feng, where the hell have you been?”
Suddenly, Lan Xiaoyun heard footsteps coming from behind him.
An expression of surprise appeared on her face, and her dejected eyes were filled with a look of excitement.
Lan Xiaoyun hurriedly grabbed his body and looked over, “Brother Jiang Feng … oh … yes, it’s Uncle Yan.”
Yan Ju bowed slightly to Lan Xiaoyun and called out, “Good morning, young miss.”
Then he turned to the side and pointed at the waitresses behind him. “Miss, the elders’ meeting will be held in three hours. Please let them help you get dressed.”
Lan Xiaoyun glanced at the waitresses who were carrying hot water, jewelry boxes, clothes, shoes and so on. He couldn’t help but shake his head and said, “I can wash my face and change clothes. Let me do it myself.”
“Young miss, please don’t do this.” Yan Ju bowed slightly and said, “They were invited in by the Zhang Clan at a high salary to serve you. If you don’t need them, they will soon be out of work and will have to look for a new job.”
“Ah?” Lan Xiaoyun was slightly shocked, as long as he nodded and answered, “Alright then, I’ll trouble you.”
Lan Xiaoyun turned around and walked back to his room, beginning to receive the services of these waitresses.
In the ancestral hall of the Purple Jade Garden, Zhang Pengyun, who was dressed in a green horse coat, was already sitting on the main seat of the hall.
Today, he had purposely dyed his hair black. His hair was meticulously combed backwards. He held a dragon-headed cane in his hand and sat down in a chair.
Although Jiang Feng had forced Zhang Pengyun to absorb the blood and qi of the Bleeding Stone last time, Zhang Pengyun’s body had improved a lot.
However, Zhang Pengyun, who had been suffering from a loss of Qi and blood all year round, had a lot of other problems besides the loss of Qi and blood in his body.
Simply put, regardless of whether Jiang Feng had the Heaven Returning Technique or not, he had very few days left.
Even now, if he sat calmly, he would inevitably suffer from dizziness and chest tightness.
But Zhang Pengyun had to force himself to restrain himself. He had to show that he was still in his prime in front of the gang elders.
Only in this way would he be able to guarantee that the elders wouldn’t dare to offend the Azure Cloud Gang after passing it on to Lan Xiaoyun.
To tell the truth, Zhang Pengyun also knew that Lan Xiaoyun was not a good candidate to lead the gang, but he was also forced to the point where there was nothing he could do.
None of the two sons Qin Chuhong gave birth to were his own.
He, Zhang Pengyun, was the dignified Azure Cloud Gang Master, a famous figure in Si Jiu City. He had actually worn a cuckold for so many years.
What was sad and ridiculous was that even though he knew about this matter, he could not use it to blame Qin Chuhong for anything.
The reason was very simple. He, Zhang Pengyun, could not bear to be called “Old Bastard” behind his back.
Therefore, even if he was humiliated, he could only beat his teeth and swallow his blood.
Thinking of this, Zhang Pengyun sighed slightly.
Originally, the Jiang Feng that Xiao Yun had brought earlier was not only handsome, but according to Yan Ju, his skill was probably even stronger than his.
If such a person was willing to wholeheartedly assist Xiao Yun, then Zhang Pengyun could be at ease.
However, for some reason, that Jiang Feng had suddenly disappeared.
Zhang Pengyun was satisfied with this person’s personality, temperament, and ability. However, Zhang Pengyun was unhappy that he didn’t greet Zhang Pengyun after leaving. This was too unexplained.
As time passed, the first elder, Zhang Xinian, finally arrived at the ancestral hall.
According to seniority, Zhang Pengyun had to call Zhang Xinian uncle.
However, when Zhang Xinian saw Zhang Pengyun, he was the first to execute it. He cupped his hands and shouted at him, “Sect Master.”
Zhang Pengyun nodded slightly and pointed to the first seat under his left hand. “Big Uncle came so early. Please sit down.”
Zhang Xinian frowned when he saw where Zhang Pengyun pointed.
Everyone knew that this seating arrangement had always been based on having. Apart from the main position, the first position under his right hand was the position with the highest status.
In the past, Zhang Xinian used to sit in that seat, but now that Zhang Pengyun pointed at the first seat under his left hand, wasn’t that intentionally embarrassing him?
However, Zhang Xinian did not dare to say anything to Zhang Pengyun. He walked straight to the seat that Zhang Pengyun pointed at and sat down.
Zhang Pengyun’s voice was deep and powerful as he shouted, “Someone, look at the tea!”
A disciple of the Azure Cloud Gang brought tea over. Zhang Xinian didn’t even look at it and his expression was ashen.
After that, the various elders of the Azure Cloud Gang came forward one after another.
Before nine o’clock in the morning, the twelve elders were all present. Although everyone had already taken their seats, the first seat under Zhang Pengyun’s right hand was still empty, and no one went to sit.
Everyone stared at that position, wanting to see who was preparing for that position today.
At this moment, Zhang Pengyun stood up with his dragon-headed walking stick. His eyes swept past the twelve elders one by one, and then he said, “Today is our gang’s annual council of elders. Pengyun would like to thank all the elders for coming to the arena.”
With that, Zhang Pengyun cupped his fists and bowed to the elders.
The twelve elders didn’t dare to be arrogant in this matter. They quickly stood up and greeted Zhang Pengyun, “Sect Master is too polite.” “Sect Master, you’re welcome …”
After the ceremony, Zhang Pengyun said, “Peng Yun’s health was unwell a few days ago, and it was all up to the elders to handle the affairs of the sect. Peng Yun thanked him once again.”
With that, Zhang Pengyun threw another punch at the elders.
The elders replied, “Yes, yes, yes.” “We are also part of the gang. It’s only natural for us to share the burden for the sect master.”
After Zhang Pengyun finished speaking, the dragon-headed cane suddenly stuck on the ground, and his expression became serious.
“Thank you, Peng Yun has thanked you here. But Peng Yun will not hide what he has to say. Our gang has set rules since the Republic of China: first, no drug crows/films; second, no bullying; third, no prostitution/seduction of wives/daughters-in-law; and fourth, no betrayal of the gang.
“Who have committed the first and third offenses? Admit it yourself.”
The moment Zhang Pengyun said those words, the expressions on the faces of all the elders changed.
They glanced at each other. Finally, Second Elder Zhang Wanli stepped forward and said, “Sect Leader, my disappointing second son committed the third crime. I will break one of his legs as punishment if I go back.”
After that, Sixth Elder Zhang Tianfu also stood up and said, “Sect Leader, my disciple Wang San’er has committed the first crime. After returning, I will execute the family law and expel him from our sect after three blades and six holes.”
After hearing this, Zhang Pengyun nodded slightly and slowly said, “Actually, these are all small matters. However, the reason why the Azure Cloud Gang has been able to inherit them until now is because they abide by the rules. The word’rules’ must not be messed up.”
Of course, calling the elders here today was not just for these reasons. Firstly, our sect has achieved good results this year. I have ordered people to deposit the dividends of the elders into your cards. You can see the exact amount when you return.
Besides, although my body has recovered quite a bit, I have been through serious illnesses after all, so I want to do more rest and recuperation. I have no time to deal with the affairs of the sect for the time being. Therefore, I have decided to let the young people try this position.
“Elders, I hope that you will take care of the people I have chosen.”
“Of course. The person chosen by the Sect Master must be a dragon and phoenix amongst men. We will do our best to assist them and strive for the prosperity of the Azure Cloud Gang!”
Zhang Xinian, who had a displeased expression earlier, saw that Zhang Pengyun had given way to the first position under his right hand. He immediately understood that he had misunderstood Zhang Pengyun and quickly stood up to show his loyalty.
Zhang Pengyun was also formidable. His previous words of kindness and might could also be considered as laying the groundwork for Lan Xiaoyun’s appearance.
As soon as Zhang Xinian said those words, all the elders echoed.
Zhang Pengyun cupped his hands and smiled. He thanked everyone and shouted loudly, “Xiaoyun, come in and meet your uncles.”
Hearing Zhang Pengyun address him as “Xiao Yun”, the elders were still puzzled.
Zhang Pengyun had a total of two sons. His eldest son was called Zhang Zhan and his youngest son was called Zhang Yi. There’s no one called “Xiao Yun”.
Could it be that the position of Sect Master of this lineage is going to change today?
Very quickly, Lan Xiaoyun walked into the ancestral hall, dressed in a black suit, with a bow tie at his collar, and dressed as neatly as possible.
She kept telling herself not to be nervous in her heart, but as soon as she approached the ancestral hall, she received the gazes of the elders.
Lan Xiaoyun couldn’t help but feel nervous. Under her nervous mood, her walking posture even became somewhat unnatural.
Bang!
First Elder Zhang Xinian slapped the table and stood up. He pointed at Lan Xiaoyun and asked Zhang Pengyun, “Sect Master, the person you said you wanted to pass on the position of Sect Master can’t be this little girl, right?”
Zhang Pengyun frowned and looked coldly at Zhang Xinian, “She is Zhang Pengyun’s biological daughter, Zhang Xiaoyun, not some little girl. First Elder, you are at least an elder. Be careful what you say.”
“Discretion? You still need to pay attention to discretion? You let this girl be our boss and let us old fellows listen to her commands. Have you ever thought about discretion?”
‘”My Azure Cloud Gang has always inherited my father’s business. Xiao Yun is my biological daughter. I will pass on the position of Sect Master to her. The position of Sect Master is worthy of the heavens and earth, and the center is worthy of the ancestors. Who are you? It’s your turn to judge here?”
“Zhang Pengyun, you” Zhang Xinian was instantly enraged.
Zhang Wanli, who said he was going back to break his son’s leg, stood up and pulled Zhang Xinian. Then, he said to Zhang Pengyun, “Sect Master, First Elder, he is indeed a bit impulsive, but we don’t quite understand him.”
Zhan’er is already eighteen years old, right? Why didn’t you let him take your burden? Instead, you chose this … ”
“That’s right! My Qin Family also wants to know why. What’s wrong with my nephew? You, Zhang Pengyun, would rather choose this wild girl of unknown origin than my nephew Zhan’er.”
As he spoke, Qin Yu, the current leader of the Qin Family, brought Qin Chuhong and Qin Mengyao into the ancestral hall with a fierce aura.
