Chapter 398: Longshe Mountain, I Call the Shots

Hongxue has met father.

Shang Hongxue bows slightly when meeting, the proper etiquette cannot be omitted; others may not care, but you must not neglect it.

Chen Chuyang, on the contrary, shows little ceremony, standing here, looking at father Chen Yuan, saying nothing, only nodding, with no further words.

Chen Yuan smiles broadly: "Hongxue, no need such grand ceremony; being like Chuyang is enough."

He says to let Shang Hongxue stand, no need for that.

He walks to Chen Chuyang's side, looking at his son, whom he hasn't seen for a long time; the son's aura is even more terrifying, standing before him, he can feel that soul‑shaking pressure. He gradually understands why Hu Yueer said Chen Chuyang's authority is so strong that she dares not approach.

Observing his son closely, Chen Yuan wants to speak but holds back.

Chen Chuyang does not speak; the conversation he had with Hu Yueer at the foot of the mountain was overheard by him. On Longshe Shan, there are no secrets; even if they speak softly, Chen Chuyang cannot be hidden from.

Hu Yueer's opinion of him is also known to Chen Chuyang, who naturally doesn't mind; however, he cannot give her a pleasant expression, nor give father a pleasant expression. He wants to see how father will speak—whether as a lobbyist for that woman or to curry favor with mother. The Chen Clan is already in chaos; father wishes to restore the former state and must show some attitude.

In short, is it the fox spirit or mother? Chen Chuyang does not intervene in their affairs; he wants to see father's choice.

Hu Yueer is no ordinary woman; the Chen Clan could never let her in. The incident where mother beat her up was recounted by Hu Yueer in Yi Yi Shi to father Chen Yuan, who, upon hearing it, naturally chose to believe Hu Yueer—or rather, mother had not told Chen Yuan.

And Chen Chuyang also says nothing; he wants to see whether Chen Yuan will ask, how he will speak, how to resolve it.

The two father and son stare at each other, neither taking the initiative, waiting for the other to speak. Shang Hongxue senses something amiss, steps back, hides behind Chen Chuyang; she does not wish to be a caught fish. Observing Chen Yuan's expression, she seems to understand something.

Before climbing the mountain, he had indeed met Hu Yueer; who knows what that fox spirit said? Otherwise, Chen Yuan would not have shown such an expression nor… treat Chen Chuyang this way.

A quarter hour later.

Chen Yuan opens, asking: "You…"

"After all, they are your younger brother and sister; is it possible?"

Chen Chuyang raises his hand, cutting him off: "Father, if you came to discuss this matter, then don't speak."

Chen Yuan, startled, lifts his head, looks at his son, opens his mouth, somewhat unwilling.

Chen Chuyang looks at him coldly, his gaze terrifying.

"This matter is non‑negotiable; unless mother speaks, no one else can help."

Chen Yuan's voice softens: "Chuyang, after all she is also yours…"

"Shut up." Chen Chuyang's voice turns cold: "She has nothing to do with me, father. If it weren't for their having your bloodline, I wouldn't shelter them. Hu Yueer is only able to stay because of those two. If father is dissatisfied, father may take them away from Longshe Shan."

"As for whether you can return to the Chen Clan, that is father's matter; Longshe Shan will not change its mind because of anyone."

If it weren't for Third Uncle's words, Chen Chuyang would not agree even to death.

Father still wants to speak for them; therefore, Chen Chuyang can only issue a dismissal.

Since you don't like staying here, all of you, get lost.

Longshe Shan does not welcome them, nor you, my father.

Between mother and father, Chen Chuyang stands on mother Long Ming's side; there is no other reason—father is at fault in this matter.

Moreover, he dislikes Hu Yueer and also those two younger siblings.

Father climbed the mountain not for mother; as soon as he speaks, he expects Chen Chuyang to treat them well and help them with Foundation Establishment, which is impossible.

He cannot agree, nor nod.

Not far away, Chen Qinger, practicing sword, shakes her head; her sword moves are terrifying, and one can see murderous intent hidden within her Five Elements Sword Technique.

"The elder uncle really is something—over a mere fox spirit, he dares to criticize Brother Chuyang; you think too highly of yourself."

"Can't even tell who the head of the Chen Clan is."

Chen Qinger dislikes that fox spirit at the foot of the mountain even more; staying on Longshe Shan already… whatever, always causing trouble, was suppressed, yet still makes a fuss.

Longshe Shan is the best and safest place within Longshe Cheng; that woman still keeps pressing her advantage.

Brother Chuyang is not someone they can threaten; if he gets angry, the consequences are severe.

Elder uncle Chen Yuan cannot tell who truly rules Longshe Shan or who is the decision‑maker of the Chen Clan; if he dares to elevate Hu Yueer, within a day his position as Family Head will collapse.

Liu Yuer senses something amiss, immediately pulls her daughter back to the room, not letting her out.

Zhang Nongqian feels a bit worried, looks toward the mountain.

"Mother, them?"

"Shh."

Liu Yuer whispers: "Don't look, and don't inquire."

Longshe Shan is about to change.

Chen Chuyang is angry; the consequences are severe, even if that person is his father.

On the mountain.

Chen Chuyang looks at father coldly, not backing down at all.

Chen Yuan sighs: "Alas, Chuyang, I was wrong in this matter; can you…"

"Cannot."

"Fine, Chuyang, let this be settled; regarding mother's side, can you…"

Chen Chuyang refuses outright.

"Father, on mother's side, you must speak yourself; I cannot help you."

"The mistake you made must be resolved by you alone."

"Also, Hu Yueer and the others, you should not interfere; if they wish to stay on Longshe Shan, they must obey me."

"Otherwise, don't blame me for being ruthless; many monsters on the mountain are watching them."

Heishanyang stands up, baring his teeth.

This all together startled Chen Yuan.

He hurriedly waves his hand: "Chuyang, don't be like that; she won't act rashly. As father, I will descend to warn her."

"You cannot do that; don't act impulsively."

Heishanyang walked over slowly, showing no fear of Chen Yuan's aura.

Hu Yueer down the mountain felt that her family of three was enveloped by a huge mouth, and could be devoured at any moment.

Her legs went weak, and she collapsed limp on the ground.

The two children behind her were the same, lying on the ground, trembling.

At this moment, they felt the terror of Heishanyang; that black goat, which looked unimpressive and even ugly, was actually a Great Demon.

「Gurgle。」

「It… is actually a Great Demon。」

「This is… too crazy, right？」

Bloodline suppression, that terrifying bloodline Protector, made her unable to breathe.

She lowered her head, her body unable to stop trembling.

Her soul trembled along.

It could collapse at any moment.