Chapter 0003: The Return of the King

Without any hesitation, the Second Elder, the Third Elder, and the Fourth Elder all agreed, and they did so in unison.

Of course, we have a patriarch in our eyes! However, if the patriarch continues to act so unilaterally, we will have no choice but to establish a new head of the family!

At this moment, the conference hall of the Yun family had completely descended into chaos.

Among the four elders, the Grand Elder's expression was grim, while the other three elders looked at Yun Qingyan with complex expressions. In their view, after three years, Yun Qingyan's cultivation would surely have undergone a qualitative leap.

Enough! Do you still see me, the clan leader, in your eyes!" Yun Han heavily slapped the table, his face already flushed with anger, his fists tightly clenched together. The actions of the four elders at this moment were no different from a palace coup!

Grandfather Lin, you are very clever, even more so than I remember. However, this shall not be repeated! Yun Qingyan turned to the old steward, and although there was no coldness in his eyes, it gave the old steward a feeling of being pricked by thorns on his back

"Let us go, take me to the family council hall," Yun Qingyan said as he walked out of the courtyard. "The only thing that could keep my uncle occupied is probably the family meeting. The four elders are all unruly characters; my father can suppress them with absolute strength, but my uncle may not be able to do so... If nothing unexpected happens, even the Medicinal Herb Pavilion is currently under the control of a certain elder."

Given the relationship between Yun Qingyan and Yun Xuan, upon learning of the humiliation that Yun Xuan has suffered, he will undoubtedly seek justice for Yun Xuan, even if it means resorting to the power of his family to confront the adversary head-on

Furthermore, only if Yun Qingyan succeeds as the clan leader, will there be a possibility for Yun Xuan to take revenge

Their gazes towards Yun Qingyan were filled with respect, not only because of the lingering influence of his father, but more so due to the aura that Yun Qingyan himself possessed

Yun Qingyan did not respond immediately, but instead looked at the old steward Yun Yuanlin, his gaze profound as he asked: "Grandpa Lin, is this your own intention, or is it my uncle's intention?"

"So Grandpa Nanlin is certain that I am qualified to compete?" Yun Qingyan couldn't help but ask in surprise

No objections

The four elders colluded with each other, relentlessly pressuring the clan leader Yun Han, who, isolated and without support, found himself completely at a disadvantage in the argument

No one expected that a person who had been missing for three years and was almost presumed dead would reappear before them once again

This question not only piqued the curiosity of the Grand Elder but also that of everyone present

No objections

"Four elders, I appoint Yan'er as the heir. Do you have any objections?" At this moment, the voice of Uncle Yunhan resounded.

"Who says I am unaware of my own life and death!" At that moment, a youthful voice suddenly resounded, and immediately after, a young man dressed in a red robe, carrying an empty sword sheath on his back, entered the grand hall with an air of majesty akin to that of a ruler from the heavens.

In the year he went missing, fifteen-year-old Yun Qingyan had already attained the fifth level of the Star Realm, earning the title of the number one genius of Tianyu City, and he was also recognized as the greatest genius in nearly a hundred years

His cousin Yun Xuan was deprived of his status as the heir due to suffering from an incurable injury.

Yun Qingyan lost his status as an heir due to being missing for more than one year

Once upon a time, Yun Qingyan was their most satisfactory heir and the pride of the entire Yun family. Whether it was Yun Xuan or the eldest elder's son, Yun Yangqing, they both appeared dim and insignificant in comparison to Yun Qingyan

Apart from Yunhan and the four elders, all the stewards in the main hall knelt down.

I have returned!" Yun Qingyan looked at everyone, not with an air of superiority, but rather with a sense of a king returning.

The residence of the Yun family is quite large. Yun Qingyan and the old butler emerged from the courtyard and proceeded along a long corridor, flanked by lakes adorned with lotus leaves and lotus flowers.

Cloud ... ... Yun Qingyan !

Star Realm Level 3!" Yun Qingyan said without concealment, or rather, he was too lazy to hide it. In his eyes, there was no difference at all between Star Realm Level 3, Moon Realm Level 3, and even Sun Realm Level 3.

Yun Han remained silent for a long time before slowly raising his head. His face bore humiliation, yet also a steadfastness akin to that of a rock. "Very well, I can agree to your request to appoint an heir today, but it will not be Yun Yangqing; it will be Yun Qingyan!"

Yun Qingyan did not doubt the loyalty of the old steward towards him and towards his uncle Yun Han, but no superior would appreciate a subordinate who acts on their own initiative

In an instant, the crowd within the grand hall was entirely immersed in memories of Yun Qingyan

"What did you say?" The Grand Elder could hardly believe his ears. He had even considered that Yun Qingyan's cultivation might very well be on par with his own. However, he never expected that the answer from Yun Qingyan's mouth would be the third stage of the Star Realm

The family managers, who held great hopes for Yun Qingyan, all displayed expressions of disappointment upon hearing these words

The great hall fell silent at once, as if even the sound of breathing had vanished. Everyone held their breath, straining to listen, waiting for Yun Qingyan's next response

Originally, there was only a fifty percent certainty, but now, the old servant is completely confident: as long as Young Master Yan is willing, reclaiming the status of heir is merely a matter of time. The old butler bent at the waist, his posture humble, and spoke sincerely.

Under normal circumstances, heirs can only be held by the closest blood relatives. For instance, Yun Qingyan and Yun Xuan, but one is missing and the other has been deposed. If no one else is appointed as the heir, then the Yun family will truly have no successors.

Nevertheless, Yun Han remained resolute in his intentions. However, he planned to wait for one or two years, allowing Yun Qingyan to elevate his realm before officially designating him as the heir.

Patriarch, ever since Yun Xuan was deposed six months ago, the position of heir to the family has been vacant for a full six months! Now the entire Tianyu City is gossiping about our Yun family being without a successor. For the sake of the family's reputation and the continuation of our lineage, I implore the patriarch to appoint a new heir today!

Except for the patriarch Yun Han, everyone in the hall was stunned, each one looking at Yun Qingyan as if they had seen a ghost

As the Immortal Emperor, Yun Qingyan could naturally discern that the old steward's words were encouraging him to reclaim his status as the heir.

However, with his cultivation and authority, he simply could not maintain control over the situation. The four elders each possessed cultivation levels that were not inferior to his, especially the Grand Elder, whose realm was even above his!

Continuing on, after passing through one pavilion after another, I finally arrived outside a grand and magnificent hall

However, if Yun Yangqing were to succeed as the clan leader, not only would he be unable to protect the purity of the Yun family's bloodline, but it is also impossible for Yun Yangqing to go to war with them for Yun Xuan's sake

If he had not gone missing, he might have already been able to support the Yun family and create a prosperous future for them now

The moment Yun Qingyan returned, Yun Han began to consider him as the heir. At that time, he even inquired about Yun Qingyan's cultivation level, but unfortunately, Yun Qingyan's cultivation had fallen to the third stage of the Star Realm

The old steward Yun Yuanlin was taken aback; upon meeting Yun Qingyan's gaze, he felt as if he were being stripped bare, with all his secrets laid bare for the world to see

This record, apart from being surpassed by the even more extraordinary Cai Er, leaves others only able to look up to Yun Qingyan.

The Grand Elder is correct; as the head of a clan, the foremost responsibility is to consider the interests of the family. However, the clan leader's failure to appoint an heir not only damages the family's reputation but may also lead to a lack of successors for the clan. If the clan leader does not establish an heir today, we, the four Grand Elders, will have no choice but to use our authority to depose you

Of course, aside from the great family obligations, whether there are any clandestine dealings in private remains unknown

I... the Grand Elder's expression fluctuated between dark and light, wanting to say something, yet not uttering a single word

These are also the other three elders, who will be persuaded by the Grand Elder to join in the coup.

Yan Er ... ... "Uncle Yun Han's eyes flashed with anxiety; he did not expect Yun Qingyan to reveal his cultivation without reservation

Three years ago, he had already attained the fifth level of star realm cultivation; what level will he ascend to now

"Patriarch, are you joking, or do you truly wish to bring about the downfall of the Yun family! How could you possibly appoint someone who has been missing for three years, with no knowledge of their fate, as the heir!" The Grand Elder immediately scoffed.

This is the rule of the Yun family: if the heir dies, suffers an incurable injury, or goes missing for more than one year, they will lose their status as the heir

"It is Young Master Yan, I assure you, I will never make the same mistake again!" The old steward took a deep breath, feeling an inexplicable fear rising within him, and on his forehead, a line of cold sweat had already appeared, though he did not know when.

Certainly, there are reasons why Yunhan wishes to have Yun Qinyan as the heir

Greetings, young master

Yun Qingyan is his nephew, possessing the most direct lineage of the Yun family. Only by having him succeed as the clan leader can the purity of the Yun family's bloodline be best ensured

"Yun Qingyan, may I know what your current cultivation level is..." The Grand Elder asking this question is already a form of concession.

Alas, he has vanished, as if he had evaporated from the world.

The young man appeared indifferent, his gaze slowly sweeping across the entire venue. Although his expression seemed calm, his eyes were as sharp as a blade, making it difficult for anyone to meet his gaze directly. He exuded a subtle yet palpable aura of mental pressure, instilling an uncontrollable urge in others to worship him.

At that moment, the old steward said: "This is the old servant's own opinion. However, the clan leader also has this thought, but the clan leader is still uncertain whether the current Young Master Yan is qualified to contend for the status of heir"

No objections

"Patriarch, what is the purpose of this? With Yun Qingyan missing and Yun Xuan suffering from an incurable injury, the only one in the Yun family who can assume the role of heir is the eldest elder's son, Yun Yangqing... Why can’t the patriarch set aside his prejudices?" An elder sighed, his tone seemingly weak, yet still aggressive.

... ...

If three years ago, the 15-year-old Yun Qingyan at the fifth level of the Star Realm was considered a super genius, then the 18-year-old Yun Qingyan at the third level of the Star Realm has completely become an ordinary talent

Greetings, Young Master Yun Qingyan

They all possess the cultivation of mortals

Especially someone like Yun Qingyan, who is accustomed to dominating everything as a superior being

Indeed, my son Yun Yangqing has already attained the sixth level of the Star Realm. In terms of both cultivation and talent, he is the foremost among his peers in the family. Therefore, I propose to appoint my son Yun Yangqing as the new heir