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Chapter 320 The Chief of the Chen Family! The Ancestor's Strategy (Three-in-One, Please Subscribe)
"Jiang Ye, come up on stage!"

As Chen Jiuxuan finished speaking, the entire banquet hall fell silent.

All eyes turned to Jiang Ye's direction.

Why did you suddenly bring up Jiang Ye?

"Could it be?" Many powerful figures showed surprise.

Could the important matter mentioned by the Chen family patriarch be related to Jiang Ye?

This made all the elders of the Chen family present sit up straight, waiting for their ancestor to speak next.

at the same time.

Jiang Ye was also somewhat puzzled.

"What does the ancestor want with me?" He glanced at Chen Zilu beside him.

"I don't know." Chen Zilu shook her head and transmitted her voice, "The ancestor must have his own ideas. You should go up quickly."

"it is good."

Without further hesitation, Jiang Ye stood up from his seat and strode towards the platform.

On the high platform.

"Senior." Jiang Ye walked up to Chen Jiuxuan and bowed slightly.

"Eno."

"No need to be nervous," Chen Jiuxuan said with a smile. "I called you up here to ask for your opinion."

"Please speak freely, senior," Jiang Ye said, puzzled.

"Would you be willing to serve as the chief non-family member of my Chen family?" Chen Jiuxuan solemnly replied, "If you are willing, then you will be the chief genius among the younger generation of my Chen family!"

hum!
After he finished speaking, the entire room fell silent.

The next moment, the entire audience erupted in uproar.

"A chief outsider?"

"The Chen family patriarch wants Jiang Ye to be the chief outsider?"

"Are you kidding me?" The powerful figures from various factions were all astonished.

Despite the prefix "outsider," the chief outsider holds a position no less significant than that of a family heir.

If it's just a chief member of an ordinary family from another clan, then it's not a big deal.

But what about extraordinary families? That would make a huge difference.

The chief member of an extraordinary family outside the clan.

This means that this person is not only the strongest among those of the same level, but also has the potential to reach the peak of the ninth level of breakthrough, or even the level of a demigod!
therefore.

The power of a chief official from outside the family is enormous.

In some ways, they are no less important than the family heir!
However, Chen Jiuxuan's choice of Jiang Ye surprised many powerful figures.

"The Ancestor wants Jiang Ye to be the chief?"

"This position should be occupied by someone with extraordinary talent."

"Has the patriarch gone senile?" The Chen family elders present could no longer sit still.

The appointment of a non-Chen family as the head of the family is not only a matter of the Chen family's reputation, but also of their future.

In the past, many people felt that this position was reserved for a genius like Zhou Xingkong.

But now?
Why did you choose Jiang Ye?

"Ancestor, the position of chief outsider is of great importance, please think it over!" Chen Fang couldn't help but say.

"Chen Fang, shut up!" an elder reprimanded in a low voice, exuding a terrifying aura.

Regardless of what they think.

The ancestor must have had his own reasons for doing this.

It's not their place to interfere.

Although they were elders of the Chen family and seemed to hold high positions, they were all juniors three or four generations younger than the Chen family patriarch.

They have no right to refute the ancestor's decision.

"I acted impulsively." Chen Fang realized his mistake and quickly covered his mouth, his face showing shock.

On the stage.

Jiang Ye was also extremely surprised.

Although he was not clear about the importance of the chief outsider, judging from the reactions of the many powerful people below the stage, this position was obviously of extremely high status.

"senior."

"As the chief of the non-family branch, is there anything I need to be careful about?" Jiang Ye asked earnestly.

"Become the chief member of the Chen family outside the family." Chen Jiuxuan said briefly, "From now on, you will be a member of the Chen family."

He didn't say much.

Jiang Ye instantly realized that this was paving the way for him.

There's nothing to hesitate about.

“I do!” Jiang Ye said solemnly immediately.

"it is good."

"From this day forward, Jiang Ye will be the only non-Chen family chief in my Chen family!" Chen Jiuxuan looked at the many powerful figures below the stage and said loudly, "Anyone who targets Jiang Ye will be an enemy of the Chen family and an enemy of me!"

The words fell.

"Whoa!" The entire banquet hall erupted in another uproar.

The way many powerful figures looked at Jiang Ye changed.

Is targeting Jiang Ye tantamount to making an enemy of Chen Jiuxuan?
These words from the Chen family patriarch completely drew Jiang Ye into the Chen family's camp. These remarks were even more explosive than those of the chief outsider.

"The Chen family patriarch actually values ​​Jiang Ye so much?"

"why?"

"Is this kid really that special?" The many powerful figures present all had different expressions.

Because Chen Jiuxuan was present, no one used their telekinetic powers to investigate Jiang Ye.

But at this moment, everyone was staring intently at Jiang Ye, trying to uncover his secrets.

On the Zhou family's side.

"A chief outsider?" Zhou Xingkong's expression darkened, then became incredibly interesting in an instant.

Chen Jiuxuan's words have definitively confirmed the Chen family's stance.

There is no longer any possibility between Zhou Xingkong and Chen Zilu!
"The Chen family, what a fine Chen family." Zhou Xingkong's face was icy cold.

He knew perfectly well.

Chen Jiuxuan's words just now were, in a sense, a warning to him.

After all, he and Jiang Ye still had a battle they had agreed to fight.

"Eno."

"What good luck." Zhou Xingkong looked in Jiang Ye's direction, his eyes gloomy.

Why was Chen Jiuxuan so protective of Jiang Ye? He didn't know.

But since the Chen family patriarch has said this, it means that as long as Chen Jiuxuan is still alive, he cannot touch Jiang Ye.

"interesting."

"They actually got the Chen family patriarch to personally step in and protect him." Li Zihuang also looked in Jiang Ye's direction, a strange light flashing in her beautiful eyes.

Originally, she thought Jiang Ye was just a pawn in the hands of extraordinary families.

But now it seems she was terribly wrong.

Judging from Chen Jiuxuan's attitude towards Jiang Ye, it was far more complicated than she had imagined.

"This guy."

"Does he have some secret?" Li Zihuang wondered to herself. "That the Chen family patriarch would risk offending the Zhou family to stand on his side."

The patriarch of the Chen family was a true elder of Blue Star, a figure standing at the very pinnacle of Blue Star civilization.

Li Zihuang also felt a sense of awe towards this existence.

She believed that there must be a deeper meaning behind the other party's actions.

Not far away, Chu Jingye opened his eyes, a faint golden light flashing in them.

"Jiang Ye." Chu Jingye's gaze swept over him, a flickering light appearing in his pupils.

On the stage.

"Thank you, senior." Jiang Ye said solemnly, "This junior will certainly live up to your expectations."

"Ah."

"Let's go back," Chen Jiuxuan said with a gentle smile.

"Yes." Jiang Ye nodded slightly, turned around and walked off the stage.

Back in my seat.

"Congratulations." Chen Zilu looked at him, her eyes crinkling. "The position of the chief outsider is extremely high in extraordinary families."

Jiang Ye's heart stirred, and he transmitted his voice, "Senior Sister, what exactly is this non-family chief?"

Just now, the Chen family patriarch's words were too brief, and he didn't fully understand them.

"The chief outsider is the strongest genius who is not from their own clan."

“Only the patriarch can appoint him,” Chen Zilu said. “Once he becomes the chief of the non-family clan, he must stand with the Chen family through thick and thin, and the Chen family will provide him with all the resources they can to help him grow.”

"The relationship between the two is incredibly close, even closer than the relationship between ordinary clansmen and families," Chen Zilu explained.

"Generally speaking."

“Only those who are recognized by the patriarch and have an extremely close relationship with the Chen family can hold this position,” Chen Zilu said.

Jiang Ye suddenly realized.

No wonder the reactions of so many powerful figures below the stage were so intense when the Chen family patriarch uttered those words.

According to Chen Zilu.

This chief member from a different surname is probably related to the friendship between the two families, or even a marriage alliance.

In an extraordinary family like the Chen family, the position of chief outsider should be given to a contemporary extraordinary member from another extraordinary family.

But Chen Jiuxuan chose Jiang Ye, who had no background and 'original talent'.

No wonder these powerful figures were so astonished.

"Isn't the Chen family patriarch afraid of offending the Zhou family by doing this?" Jiang Ye wondered to himself.

Although this is a good thing for him.

However, many of the elders of the Chen family would likely feel dissatisfied.

Just as Jiang Ye was pondering this, the banquet had already begun.

For most of the powerful individuals present, what had just happened was merely a minor incident.

Apart from the Zhou family.

The choice of who the Chen family selects to serve as the 'chief outsider' has little to do with the powerful figures present.

Time passed, the banquet ended, and many powerful figures departed one after another.

Now, shadow calamities are erupting all over the planet Earth.

These powerful individuals had taken time out of their busy schedules to attend the banquet, so naturally they wouldn't linger. After a brief exchange of congratulations, they left one after another.

Just half an hour later.

In the vast banquet hall, most of the powerful figures had already left.

Only the elders of the Chen family, the Chen family patriarch, Chen Zilu, and Jiang Ye remained.

"Xiao Lu, take Jiang Ye outside first," Chen Jiuxuan said. "Wait outside."

"Yes." Chen Zilu immediately stood up with Jiang Ye.

The two quickly left the banquet hall.

After a while.

"You may ask me anything now," Chen Jiuxuan said, looking at the many elders below the stage.

He knew that these people were still there because they had questions for him.

"Ancestor!"

"Are you really going to decide to appoint Jiang Ye as the head of the Chen family outside the clan?" Chen Fang spoke first.

Normally, he would never dare to question his ancestor's decision like this.

The fact that the chief is not of the same surname is of great importance.

Previously, due to the presence of other forces, the elders had suppressed their doubts.

Now that all the powerful figures have left, these elders can no longer care about much else.

"Yes, Ancestor."

"How important is the position of chief outsider? How can it be given to someone with only original talent?"

"Doing this is very likely to displease the Zhou family."

"Ancestor, why did you make such a decision?" many elders responded, feeling extremely confused by Chen Jiuxuan's decision.

Chen Jiuxuan stood on the stage without saying a word.

After the elders finished expressing their doubts, the entire banquet hall fell completely silent.

Chen Jiuxuan then slowly spoke.

"you."

"I've said so much, it's just because I'm worried the Zhou family won't like it." Chen Jiuxuan said calmly.

"However, my Chen family is also an extraordinary family. When have we ever needed to act according to the Zhou family's wishes?"

"Does the Zhou family think they're superior to my Chen family?!" Chen Jiuxuan's gaze swept over them, icy cold.

Instantly, the entire banquet hall fell into complete silence.

All the elders instinctively shrank back, not daring to utter another word. Even Chen Fang, who had previously expressed dissatisfaction with Chen Zilu, quickly lowered his head, his legs trembling slightly.

He knew that the patriarch was angry!

Even without emitting any pressure, the sheer aura alone was enough to make many of the Chen family elders unable to stand up straight.

This is the fury of a demigod!

All the elders trembled with fear.

"I know what you're worried about."

"It's simply because no extraordinary being has emerged in this generation of the Chen family, and they will decline in the next century," Chen Jiuxuan sneered. "But I am not dead yet!"

"As long as I am alive, the Chen family will not decline."

"As for the Zhou family."

"The Zhou family's initiative to show goodwill is nothing more than for the opportunities of the Blood Jade Divine Tree and the Starry Sky Hundred Refinements," Chen Jiuxuan sneered. "Can't you see that?"

Hear this.

An elder finally couldn't help but raise his head and say in a low voice, "Ancestor, if we can form an alliance with the Zhou family and gain their protection for a hundred years, what's wrong with temporarily giving those two opportunities to the Zhou family?"

"If my Chen family can produce an extraordinary individual within the next hundred years, we can regain control," the elder said in a low voice.

"madness!"

"Do you think you can get back what you've given up?" Chen Jiuxuan retorted angrily. "A hundred years from now, how many of you will still be around?"

"Does any of you have the confidence that you can become a demigod?!"

A silence.

To become a demigod?
If these elders had been so confident, the Chen family wouldn't be facing this situation.

"The Blood Jade Divine Tree and the Starry Sky Hundred Refinements are the foundation of my Chen family."

“Even without extraordinary abilities!” Chen Jiuxuan said in a low voice, “My Chen family can still produce one peak ninth-level expert by relying on these two divine opportunities.”

"What if we just give away both of these?"

“Then the Chen family is doomed to destruction,” Chen Jiuxuan said in a deep voice.

The elders fell silent.

How could they not understand this principle?
But now, given the circumstances, after the ancestor's death, can they possibly retain those two opportunities?
"Ancestor."

"Even if we don't form an alliance with the Zhou family," Chen Fang said in a deep voice, "we still shouldn't offend them like this."

"Offend?" Chen Jiuxuan sneered, "Do you really think the Zhou family sincerely wants to form an alliance with you?"

"I have already met with the Zhou family patriarch."

"He secretly used the Dragon Observation Technique to see how many days I have left to live!" Chen Jiuxuan said coldly, "That old fellow thought I wouldn't notice, little did he know, I had been on guard against him for a long time."

Everyone was shocked.

They never imagined that their ancestor and the Zhou family ancestor had clashed like this before.

"The Zhou family harbors wolfish ambitions."

“Even if you don’t offend the Zhou family, they will inevitably try to seize these two divine opportunities in the future,” Chen Jiuxuan said coldly. “This is a calamity that the Chen family must face.”

As for Jiang Ye.

"His willingness to stand on the same side as the Chen family at this time is enough to demonstrate his character," Chen Jiuxuan said. "Do you all have any further objections?"

Hear the words.

The elders exchanged glances, all seemingly wanting to say something but holding back.

Finally, Chen Fang spoke first.

"Ancestor, we understand your meaning."

“Jiang Ye is merely a product of rudimentary talent,” Chen Fang gritted his teeth and said, “How can he possibly be qualified for the position of chief of my Chen family?”

"Moreover, he has a scheduled battle with Zhou Xingkong six months later."

"If Jiang Ye loses, my Chen family will inevitably suffer from gossip and slander," Chen Fang said in a low voice.

His words also represented the thoughts of many elders.

A battle between Jiang Ye and Zhou Xingkong?
Jiang Ye has no chance of winning.

"Are you questioning my judgment?" Chen Jiuxuan looked at Chen Fang.

"No, I wouldn't dare!" Chen Fang trembled and quickly lowered his head.

"I chose Jiang Ye because I recognize his potential."

“I believe it,” Chen Jiuxuan said calmly. “In the future, he will reach an even higher level than Zhou Xingkong of the Zhou family.”

"what?"

"Ancestor, you?" Many of the Chen family elders were surprised.

If Chen Jiuxuan's previous words only surprised them...

These words completely shocked them.

Jiang Ye? Will his future achievements surpass Zhou Xingkong's?

Why?
"It's no use talking more."

"Next, I will have Jiang Ye enter the Starry Sky Hundred Refinements," Chen Jiuxuan said calmly. "You will see how he performs."

He knew that these elders were resentful.

Since that's the case, let Jiang Ye prove it to them!
"Starry Sky Hundred Refinements?"

"Should we let Jiang Ye in?" Chen Fang and the other elders all looked hesitant.

The Starry Sky Hundred Refinements is the Chen family's most core secret.

In principle, outsiders should not be allowed to enter.

But now that the patriarch has spoken in person, these elders can't really say anything.

After all, they had just angered the ancestor, and if anyone dared to say anything more now, they would probably be suppressed on the spot by the ancestor.

Just as the Chen family patriarch and many Chen family elders were discussing matters.

It was hundreds of miles away from the Chen family.

Among the mountains.

"Whoosh!" "Whoosh!" Two streaks of light landed on a mountaintop, transforming into two figures in black robes.

One of them had a full head of silver hair and deep-set eyes; he was Zhou Xingkong from the Zhou family.

"The Chen family, well done."

Zhou Xingkong turned his head to look in the direction of the Chen family, his eyes flashing with a cold light.

"Xingkong."

"Are you still bothered by what just happened?" Uncle Mo asked with a smile.

Zhou Xingkong didn't speak, but his expression grew even colder.

"The Chen family's actions this time were indeed surprising," Uncle Mo said, looking at him, "but surely not enough to make you hold a grudge until now?"

"Or."

"You care about that girl from the Chen family?" Uncle Mo said with a faint smile.

Chen Zilu's appearance is indeed exceptionally stunning.

It's not just because of her looks, but also because of her charisma!

Aura is a very mysterious thing.

It is neither a form nor an aura, but an innate feeling.

Chen Zilu has a very unique temperament, unlike anyone else, and possesses a natural attraction.

The higher the level of a powerful individual, the more pronounced this feeling becomes.

"It has nothing to do with Chen Zilu."

"It's just a matter of innate talent; I don't care." Zhou Xingkong's face remained expressionless. "It's just that what happened today has humiliated me."

The actions of the Chen family patriarch.

This was undoubtedly a public slap in the face to him and the Zhou family.

This was the first time Zhou Xingkong had ever experienced such humiliation.

"Then we'll repay this humiliation a hundredfold during the All-Star Battle."

Uncle Mo said calmly, "Let the Chen family see just how foolish their decision is today."

"A battle of stars?" A cold glint flashed in Zhou Xingkong's eyes.

Originally, he didn't care about the challenge.

A small, innate talent is not worth his attention.

but now?
Zhou Xingkong found himself somewhat looking forward to that battle.

"The Chen family patriarch will select one with innate talent to serve as the family's chief."

"This shows that he's already old and his eyesight is failing." Uncle Mo shook his head and said, "The Chen family is destined to decline."

Zhou Xingkong nodded slightly.

At this time.

"Whoosh~" The void in front of the two suddenly changed.

Immediately afterwards, a blurry figure appeared out of thin air. This figure was extremely tall and exuded a chilling aura.

"Ancestor?"

Zhou Xingkong and Uncle Mo were both shocked and immediately bowed in worship.

"See Ancestor."

"Greetings, Ancestor," Zhou Xingkong and Uncle Mo said in unison.

"Xingkong," the blurry figure said, "Jiang Ye should not be underestimated. He has now reached the late stage of the fourth breakthrough."

Zhou Xingkong was startled upon hearing this.

The ancestor had obviously overheard their conversation.

But then.

"Ancestor, you mean...?"

"Jiang Ye has already reached the late stage of the fourth breakthrough?" Zhou Xingkong almost doubted that he had heard correctly.

"Not bad." The blurry figure nodded.

Zhou Xingkong was shocked. How could this be?

If he remembered correctly.

Half a year ago, when he challenged Jiang Ye to a duel, Jiang Ye had just reached the peak of the third breakthrough, right?

In just half a year, he's already at the late stage of the fourth breakthrough?
"Even a divine opportunity shouldn't lead to such a rapid improvement, right?" Zhou Xingkong's heart trembled.

Uncle Mo's eyes twitched. Although he had met Jiang Ye before, he had not investigated him in detail.

But according to his guess, Jiang Ye is at most at the initial stage of the fourth breakthrough.

But now?
The late stage of the fourth breakthrough is too exaggerated!

"Never underestimate any opponent." The blurry figure said calmly, "I'm giving you advance notice this time, but you might not be so lucky next time."

"Yes, Ancestor," Zhou Xingkong said respectfully, bowing his head.

He knew that this was his ancestor giving him a warning.

In the past, he did indeed have many arrogant aspects, relying on his extraordinary talent.

Even Jiang Ye was not taken seriously by Zhou Xingkong.

"You must not slack off in your future cultivation," the blurry figure said. "Don't let me down at the Battle of the Stars six months from now."

"Yes," Zhou Xingkong replied quickly.

He knew that the old ancestor's words did not refer to the challenge.

It's not about the rankings of the All-Star Battle!
"I will win the All-Star Championship," Zhou Xingkong solemnly declared. "I will live up to the Ancestor's high expectations!"

"Hmm." The blurry figure nodded slightly, and its form slowly dissipated.

"Phew~" Zhou Xingkong and Uncle Mo both breathed a sigh of relief.

The Zhou family patriarch was a demigod-level powerhouse.

Even without emitting any aura, it made them feel incredibly oppressed.

“I never imagined Jiang Ye would have reached the late stage of the fourth breakthrough.” Zhou Xingkong squinted his eyes: “Uncle Mo, we all underestimated him.”

"That was indeed unexpected."

Uncle Mo nodded slightly and said with emotion, "No wonder even the Chen family patriarch thinks so highly of that kid."

"However, it is ultimately a primal endowment."

"Xingkong, there's no need to feel too much pressure," Uncle Mo said. "No matter how fast Jiang Ye cultivates, he won't be able to surpass you in six months."

“I know.” A glint of light flashed in Zhou Xingkong’s eyes.

Anyway.

He will dedicate the next six months to improving himself.

"Jiang Ye, so this is what you're relying on?" Zhou Xingkong narrowed his eyes slightly: "Unfortunately, I won't give you any chance."

Six months later, he will completely suppress Jiang Ye with overwhelming force.

The Chen family will surely regret what they have done today.

Jiang Ye was unaware of the conversation between Zhou Xingkong and the Zhou family patriarch.

At this moment, he and Chen Zilu had arrived in the palace hall and were waiting.

at this time.

"Xiao Lu, take Jiang Ye to participate in the Starry Sky Hundred Refinements." Chen Jiuxuan's voice rang in Chen Zilu's mind.

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