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Li Wei clicked his tongue in amazement—Chen Yuan's combat strength was getting stronger and stronger.

"So, what are your plans for the upcoming young master's ceremony?"

Li Wei asked curiously.

"I don't have any plans."

Chen Yuan said coldly, "If Chen Jianming knows what's good for him, then we'll be fine!"

If he doesn't know what's good for him, I wouldn't mind breaking his legs!

Since he was going to compete, Chen Yuan should go all out, instead of being timid or hesitant.

Thinking of this, he glanced at Li Wei and continued, "Take good care of Nuomi. I'm going to try to break through to the Yellow Court Realm."

After saying that, he turned and walked towards his room.

"Holy crap, is it really that curled?"

Li Wei said speechlessly, "The scariest thing in this world is someone who is more talented than you and works harder than you."

Nuomi stuck her tongue out at Li Wei and said with a smile, "Brother Li, you have to work hard too!"

"Yes, I will!"

Li Wei clenched his fists to cheer himself up, but after turning around, he yawned and went back to sleep.

Nuomi looked completely bewildered: "???"

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Seven days passed in the blink of an eye.

On this day, on the highest of the five peaks, the Middle Finger Peak, a luxurious hall of the Chen family was bustling with people.

The middle and upper echelons of the Chen family, as well as all the hall masters of the Seven Halls, gathered here, looking expectantly at the front of the main hall.

They are about to witness the birth of the new young master of the Chen family.

At the same time, many people had deep eyes and expressions of resentment on their faces.

As the appointed time approached, the protagonist of this young master's enthronement ceremony slowly entered the main hall, led by Chen Qingcang.

In an instant, everyone's eyes were focused on Chen Yuan.

Today, Chen Yuan has changed into a completely new look; he is no longer the dirty boy in a tattered cotton-padded coat.

Even Chen Zhaoning in the crowd had a sudden flash of inspiration and pursed her lips.

She muttered to herself, "This kid is quite presentable. It wouldn't be a bad deal for him to be my brother."

Her cherry-like lips pursed slightly, and her peach blossom eyes sparkled as she carefully examined Chen Yuan.

Today, Chen Yuan was dressed in a blue robe, his dark hair was tied into a high bun with a silver hair crown inlaid with crushed blue crystals, and a few strands of hair hung down by his temples, adding a touch of casualness.

His features were sharp, yet also possessed a gentle warmth.

Beneath her pert nose were thin, light pink lips.

Her skin was clear and fair, exuding an air of noble elegance befitting a scion of a prominent family.

Everyone was surprised by Chen Yuan's composure.

Originally, everyone thought that this wild boy who had lived in a remote rural area since childhood would be excited, bewildered, or even nervous and at a loss when facing the many powerful figures gathered by a family with a thousand-year history.

But the young man in front of him was unusually calm, following Chen Qingcang at a leisurely pace.

Even when he scanned the crowd, he exuded an aura of dominance over all the heroes.

Chen Qingtian, along with his two younger brothers Chen Qingyun and Chen Qingfeng, stood as pillars of the Chen family, their imposing presence and grey cloaks making them the pillars of the Chen family.

Beside them were Chen Jianming, Chen Jianchu, and all of Chen's direct descendants.

To the side were all the hall masters of the seven halls.

Apart from Jiang Shangwu, everyone else was seeing Chen Yuan for the first time, and their eyes were fixed on him with scrutiny and examination.

"Is he Chen Yuan from back then?"

"I heard he was kidnapped by bad guys when he was just over three years old, and he actually survived?"

"It's good that he's not dead! He's Young Master Guoshan's son; his talent is bound to be exceptional!"

"Yes, back then, Young Master Guoshan was an exceptionally talented individual. At only twenty years old, he had already reached the late stage of the Yellow Court Realm!"

"It's a real pity that, because people were wary of its future potential, it ultimately failed to grow into its full potential."

"That's great! Our Chen family has a worthy successor. We hope that young master Chen Yuan can inherit his father's talents!"

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The hall instantly erupted in commotion as everyone lowered their heads and whispered among themselves about Chen Yuan.

Some were excited, some were disdainful, and some were full of doubt.

"Gentlemen!"

At this moment, Chen Qingcang glanced around the room, and his deep voice resounded throughout the hall, instantly silencing everyone.

Chen Qingcang's voice rang out again, tinged with hoarseness and emotion:

"My grandson Chen Yuan was kidnapped by villains when he was three years old. For more than ten years, he experienced all kinds of hardships in the world and survived nine deaths."

Fortunately, fate brought them together. He was deeply in love with his sister Zhaoning, and after a long journey, they finally met and he returned to the Chen family.

This is a blessing for the Chen family, and also because my son Guoshan, though gone, still blesses us!

Tears welled up in Chen Qingcang's eyes as he turned his head and looked at Chen Yuan gently.

"A-Yuan, from this day forward, you are the young master of the Chen family. The rise and fall of the Chen family and its future rest on your shoulders."

Chen Yuan was slightly taken aback.

The old man's heartfelt words almost made him believe that he really was the other party's grandson.

Just as Chen Yuan was about to speak, Chen Jianming, who had been standing in front, suddenly called out, "Wait!"

With that, he strode out of the crowd.

Everyone gasped, staring at Chen Jianming in shock!

Although they had anticipated that Chen Jianming would be dissatisfied, they did not expect him to stand up so eagerly.

"Oh? Jianming, what do you want to say to your brother?"

Chen Qingcang narrowed his eyes, his voice not loud, but carrying a strong sense of authority.

Everyone in the room felt a chill run down their spines for no apparent reason. Even Chen Jianming, under immense pressure, forced himself to speak:

"Patriarch, if the future of the Chen family can be entrusted to a prodigy or a genius, I, Chen Jianming, will have no regrets and will even be willing to do my utmost to assist him!"

As Chen Jianming spoke, he stared intently at Chen Yuan and said loudly, "I don't care about the authenticity of his background. As long as the family head approves of him, I will accept him!"

However, I need to verify his qualifications!

If his strength and qualifications are excellent, or even surpass mine, Chen Jianming, then I will be completely convinced!

If he is merely a descendant of Uncle Guoshan, yet a mediocre and useless person, then I, Chen Jianming, will not accept this!

After saying that, he looked at Chen Qingcang again and said in a deep voice, "Patriarch, even if you want to punish me for disrespect, I will still stand up!"

Because suppressing my resentment will only disrupt my peace of mind!

As soon as he finished speaking, Chen Jianming knelt down on both knees. "We beg the patriarch to allow the new young master to demonstrate abilities that will truly impress us!"

These words immediately caused an uproar in the hall.

Many senior members of the Chen family are pleased with Chen Jianming's actions!

He is courageous, upright, and honest—truly a worthy member of the Chen family.

Even Chen Qingcang's lips curled into a barely perceptible smile.

"Brother, I'm not against you making your grandson the young master, but at least let us see that your grandson is not bad!"

At this moment, Chen Qingtian also spoke up, his eyes sharply fixed on Chen Qingcang, "Otherwise, we won't accept this!"

"Yes! We refuse to accept this! We hope our young master will demonstrate his strength and qualifications, and win our respect!"

Many people echoed this sentiment.

Chen Qingcang looked at Chen Yuan and asked with a smile, "Yuan, what do you think?"

Chen Yuan smiled slightly, cupped his hands and said, "As expected of the family under my grandfather's rule, even if someone is dissatisfied with me, they will openly stand up and question me instead of resorting to underhanded tricks."

Li Wei was secretly amazed and felt even more admiration for Chen Jianming.

He and Chen Yuan originally thought that during these seven days, all sorts of monsters and demons would come to provoke them.

But they lived a very quiet life, undisturbed by anyone.

Even the servants they encountered were all respectful and polite, without the slightest contempt or disdain, and there was no gossip.

"Brother Jianming, how would you like my brother to demonstrate his abilities?"

At this moment, Chen Zhaoning jumped out and spoke with a smile.

Even though she was confined for seven days, she was still in a great mood today.

Although Chen Jianming was only at the late stage of the Dharma Body Realm, Chen Yuan was even more monstrous, as he was at the Great Perfection of the Dharma Body Realm!

Gee!

Chen Zhaoning became excited at the thought of this.