Chapter 644: Forgetting the Ancestors, Falling Leaves Return to the Roots
Chapter 644: Counting the classics and forgetting the ancestors, falling leaves return to their roots
"So, it would be better to invite the Thirteenth Grand Tutor and choose someone else."
Chen Qi said modestly, politely, and elegantly.
"This..." Chen Shipeng didn't know how to respond for a moment.
This time he came out to choose the descendants of the Chen family, and it was approaching the final moment.
At this time, the other twelve Taifus who had the same mission as Chen Shipeng had already set off back to [Shangjing].
He originally thought that there must be no problem with Chen Qi, so he eliminated all the other candidates.
However, Chen Qi rejected his invitation.
Now there is not enough time for him to choose a suitable candidate again.
What's more, in Chen Shipeng's eyes, Chen Qi is the most suitable candidate, and he doesn't like the others at all.
Chen Shipeng looked at Chen Gang aside and winked at him.
Apparently, he wanted Chen Gang, as his grandfather, to persuade Chen Qi.
But Chen Gang just smiled bitterly and shook his head slightly.
Chen Qi's current achievements are enough for him, a grandfather, to look up to him.
The current pinnacle of martial arts, the master of [Dragon Temple], a five-star general...
Any title like this is beyond his reach.
If it weren't for the fact that he was Chen Qi's biological grandfather, he might never have been able to come into contact with this kind of existence in his life.
Therefore, he has no right to interfere with what Chen Qi does or what he wants to do in the future.
Of course, current Chen Shipeng does not know that Chen Qi has such a background.
If he knew, he probably wouldn't invite Chen Qi.
After all, the status and power of the dignified Lord of the [Dragon Temple] are no worse than those of a royal ruler, and are even a bit stronger.
This is like a mathematician who has won the Nobel Prize. How could he be interested in participating in a local and regional mathematics competition?
Chen Shipeng sighed helplessly when he saw that Chen Gang was unwilling to come forward to persuade him.
"Well, in that case, I'll take my leave first."
After saying that, Chen Shipeng stood up and prepared to leave.
But just after taking two steps, he suddenly turned around and said meaningfully to Chen Qi.
"Chen Qi, you are excellent, and your abilities in all aspects are far beyond ordinary people.
If you are willing to run for the throne, I can guarantee that the probability of success is at least 60%."
"With your abilities, you should try to show your talents in a wider space. A small [Dongyuan] Chen family will limit your development."
"Even if you are really not interested in the throne, you still have to think about the other [Chen family] people. After all, this kind of opportunity is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."
Chen Shipeng nodded slightly, "Within three days, I will set off to return to the clan. Within this time, I hope you can think about it carefully. I will wait for your reply."
After saying that, Chen Shipeng walked away.
Everyone in the Chen family was left looking at each other, speechless for a while.
…
That night, the moon and stars were sparse, the night was sultry, and you could hear the sound of frogs in the lotus pond not far away.
Chen Qi sat alone in the courtyard, lit a cigarette for himself, and puffed away at the moon while admiring the moon.
At this time, grandpa Chen Gang suddenly came over.
"Qi'er, I'm smoking alone again."
"Yeah, grandpa hasn't slept yet?"
"Can't sleep."
Chen Gang sat down next to Chen Qi, stretched out his hand and said with a smile, "Here, give me one too."
Chen Qi had no choice but to hand over a cigarette and light it for Chen Gang.
Chen Gang took a deep breath from the cigarette and blew out the smoke. He looked at the cigarette in his hand and exclaimed, "This thing is really good. When you are bored, smoke one and your mood will immediately become much smoother."
"It's a pity that it is harmful to human health."
Chen Qi followed Chen Gang's words and replied.
Chen Gang sighed, "Yes, it's just like there is nothing perfect in this world.
Power, money, and status are sometimes life-saving antidote, and sometimes they are poison that harms people."
"Oh~~~life..."
Chen Qi chuckled, "When did Grandpa become so fond of sighing?"
Chen Gang glared at Chen Qi angrily, "I'm just expressing my feelings, okay?"
After saying that, Chen Qi and Chen Gang stared at each other for a moment, then burst into laughter.
After half the smoke was burned, Chen Gang raised his head slightly and looked at the bright moon in the night sky.
"Qier, do you have a dream?"
"dream?"
Chen Qi was stunned for a moment, "Why do you ask this suddenly?"
Just listen to Chen Gang continue to say, "Grandpa does have a dream, and this dream is also the lifelong dream of our ancestors of the Chen family in the past."
Chen Gang stared at the night sky and the stars, his eyes blurred, "More than two hundred years ago, our ancestors of the Chen family were expelled from the [Chen Royal Family] because they made a big mistake."
"Back then, he took his whole family and wandered around, and finally settled in [Dongyuan], and that's how we became the Chen family."
"Our ancestors have set down the ancestral precepts. No matter how we develop or achieve in the future, we, the Chen family, must never forget our ancestors. We should not be resentful because of resentment. We should strive to recognize our ancestors and return to the clan as soon as possible. After all, the [Chen Royal Family] is ours."
The birthplace of blood."
Chen Qi had heard what Chen Gang said before from his father Chen Ze.
There is a saying that my father often says, which is, 'If you live high in a temple, you worry about the people; if you live far away from the rivers and lakes, you worry about the king'.
Even if you are alone outside, don't forget your roots.
At that time, my father, Chen Ze, wanted to return to the Chen family, but due to various reasons, he was unable to do so.
Probably, the ancestors of the Chen family in the past dynasties also had the same mentality.
"This ancestral motto has always been engraved in the bones of our Chen family. It is also what our Chen family's ancestors dreamed of."
Chen Gang smiled helplessly, "It's a pity that I have reached the age where I am about to be buried. Maybe I can no longer wait until that moment arrives."
Chen Qi: "..."
Chen Gang looked at Chen Qi and said, "Qi'er, as a grandfather, I feel very proud that you have achieved such success.
You have your own opinions, and grandpa cannot influence your thoughts, but this time, can you please help grandpa..."
Although Chen Gang said it very tactfully, Chen Qi couldn't hear it.
Chen Gang wanted him to agree to the Thirteenth Grand Tutor to represent their [Dongyuan] Chen family in the election for the throne of the [Chen Royal Family].
[Dongyuan] The Chen family was ordered by the [Chen Royal Family] not to recognize their ancestors for three hundred years.
Although more than two hundred years have passed, Chen Gang's deadline is approaching and he cannot wait until that moment arrives.
However, if Chen Qi can successfully run for the throne, then their [Dongyuan] Chen family can be promoted to the royal title again.
This is Chen Gang's wish and the lifelong wish of the ancestors of the Chen family.
"Grandpa..." Chen Qi just wanted to say something.
Chen Gang interrupted him, "Don't rush to reply yet. The Thirteenth Master also said that he will stay in [Dongyuan] for another three days. During these three days, you can think about it yourself."
"You must not feel any psychological burden because of what I just said."
Chen Gang sighed, "You don't owe us the Chen family, but our Chen family owes you too much, and now I am forcing you like this. I really feel guilty."
At this time, the cigarette had just burned out. Chen Gang put out the cigarette butt and stood up.
"Okay, it's getting late. I'm going back to the house to rest. You should also rest early."
Chen Qi nodded, "Okay."
Afterwards, Chen Qi looked at Chen Gang's old, slightly rickety back and fell into deep thought.
