Chapter 502: As it turns out, Father loved me the most

Yuan Gangxian chuckled, shook his head, and said, "Please go back and tell Father."

I can truly feel his care for me; I won't deny Father just because of some grievances.

As a descendant of the Yuan Clan, I only wish to contribute my own strength to the clan's development.

Although I have achieved some modest success in my career, it is also thanks to the prestige of being a Yuan Clan descendant.

No matter what, I will keep this in mind and never forget it.

Yuan Gangxian's words were quite eloquent; he avoided mentioning the patriarch altogether and even shifted the topic elsewhere.

Anyway, Yuan Gangxian had already made up his mind; if the patriarch's position could not end up in his hands, he wouldn't mind seizing it by force.

Emulating Li Shimin, he would stage a Yuan Gate uprising.

Of course.

These words definitely cannot be spoken now; they must be kept in the heart.

Not even write it in the diary, lest the plot be exposed.

So this is exactly what the old patriarch likes about you: you understand endurance and know when to advance or retreat; with a bit more training, you will surely become a qualified heir. Chen Yongren nodded satisfactorily.

He then took out a token from his bosom and handed it to Yuan Gangxian.

The patriarch had already calculated that if he suddenly told you this news, you wouldn't believe it.

So the old patriarch specially had me bring this to prove my identity.

"Huh?" Yuan Gangxian looked puzzled, took the token, his eyes instantly fixed, and his breathing became hurried.

Patriarch's insignia!

When Yuan Gangxian was young, he saw his father wearing this insignia; at a glance, he was drawn to it.

Out of curiosity, he once sneaked it while his father was away, played with it secretly, was discovered, and got a beating.

Later, he found out.

It turns out this is the insignia that only each generation of clan patriarchs are qualified to wear, and it also serves as proof of identity.

From then on, Yuan Gangxian longed for this insignia.

Thus, Yuan Gangxian's memory of this thing can be said to be very deep.

Yuan Gangxian's hand holding the insignia was trembling.

He could even recall the pain of being beaten on the spot.

Chen Yongren's expression remained normal, but he felt contempt inside.

You damn well really deserve a beating.

You can't even recognize your own family's things.

However, this forgery technique is truly top-notch.

In the future, making fake antiques to squeeze the little Japanese's wallets will be a sure thing; let the little Japanese hug a pile of fake goods and be happy.

Yuan Gangxian's excited hot tears welled up.

The token.

This is my token.

Father actually intends to pass the patriarch's position to me?

After all my hard work, the thing I wanted actually ended up in my hands just like that?

Do you now believe the old patriarch truly intends to cultivate you as patriarch? Chen Yongren said.

Yes, yes! Yuan Gangxian nodded like a chick pecking at grain, and said doubtfully, "But..."

But what? Chen Yongren asked.

Why did Father say he would give the patriarch's position to my brother Yuan Chief? Yuan Gangxian, realizing his slip, immediately added.

I didn't say my brother is bad; I just... don't understand...

Chen Yongren sighed and said, "The Yuan Clan is huge, with many mortal enemies; if they learn you are the heir, what will we do about them targeting you?"

Your brother Yuan Chief is merely a smokescreen to draw their attention.

Then we will secretly cultivate you, letting you rapidly grow into someone capable of standing alone as patriarch!

The principle that outstanding wood invites wind—surely you know that as well.

Understood!

Upon hearing this, Yuan Gangxian was deeply moved.

I am hardly a qualified son, only acting on impulse.

I failed to grasp Father's painstaking efforts, nearly misunderstood him, and even once blamed him.

I truly deserve to die.

If there weren't someone else present, Yuan Gangxian would want to slap himself twice.

Upon reflection, if it weren't for Father's strict demands when I was young, perhaps I wouldn't have achieved what I have today.

It turns out Father really has been silently caring for me all along.

Yes, exactly that.

Saying more is useless compared to having a token that can pass as genuine.

This little Japanese has already started self-PUA.

We need to put in extra effort, really manipulate him, and seize control of that guy's company's space.

Snatching the sister-in-law…

Ptooey!

Seized his company.

Then…

Again snatch the elder brother's wife, let her taste the fishy and sour, experience a miserable life.

I really am a great person.

Chen Yongren again said: "If you stay away from the capital, you can naturally stay away from those whirlpools; they know you are not favored, so naturally they won't pay you excessive attention."

He paused, then continued: "However, even though you have been internally designated as the heir, you cannot slack off; you must strive to improve yourself, and must not allow any oversight."

If it weren't for the clan chief's concern, they would have left you in Jinmen for too long.

If you see the Chief Commander Young Master come to Jinmen, you will feel dissatisfied, and he won't let me bring the insignia to see you.

Yuan Gangxian fondly handled the insignia, and upon hearing the last sentence, hurriedly shook his head and said.

How could that be.

After saying that, he silently added in his mind: Even if he used to, he wouldn't now.

Knowing that Yuan Chief could never compete with him no matter what, the big stone in Yuan Gangxian's heart finally fell.

"The insignia." Chen Yongren reached out and said: "You haven't officially taken over as clan chief yet, so the insignia cannot be placed in your hands; I will keep it for you."

Upon hearing that, Yuan Gangxian reluctantly returned the insignia to Chen Yongren.

"Remember, the clan chief specifically instructed that this matter must not be told to anyone, otherwise…" Chen Yongren wanted to say more but stopped.

"I understand, I understand!" Yuan Gangxian nodded repeatedly, originally wanting to stay composed, but he couldn't keep the smile from his lips.

There's no way, he's too excited.

"What about my younger brother?" Yuan Gangxian asked, puzzled: "Why would he come to Jinmen?"

"That guy heard you've made some achievements in Jinmen, feels unconvinced, and wants to come see for himself." Chen Yongren casually made up.

However, since he's come…

The clan chief's intention is also clear; we should give him a lesson, so he doesn't remain oblivious to his limits and later cause a major disaster.

An excellent hunter will always disguise himself as prey..

Yuan Gangxian already looked down on Yuan Chief; this was a perfect opportunity to spite that dog thoroughly.

"I understand." Yuan Gangxian felt delighted inside.

Chen Yongren again said: "Besides, because this matter is strictly confidential."

So… before you officially take over as clan chief, the clan chief's attitude toward you will not change.

"I understand." Yuan Gangxian nodded.

It's just acting, after all.

"Is there anything else you want to convey to the clan chief? I can help pass it on." Chen Yongren again said.

"Please help me convey to my father: these years, he has worked hard; I misunderstood him, that was wrong of me; please reassure him, I will definitely redouble my efforts from now on!" Yuan Gangxian said, bowing.

Once again bring the Yuan Clan to its peak, and never disappoint his expectations of me.