We agreed to be in a band for life, what the heck is Dragon Raja?

"This isn't something that can be resolved by simply denying it verbally," Nan Yun Yuyue said calmly.

"There are quite a few Deadpool corpses in Kobe, and the Execution Bureau must have kept a few. Not to mention the ones in Genji Heavy Industries."

"Once researchers do a little comparison, it will be easy to verify whether what you said is true or not."

He changed the subject:

"Moreover, judging from your performance today, I have reason to suspect that you are definitely colluding with the higher-ups of the Ghost Clan."

"Even... you are the highest-ranking member of the Ghost Clan, am I right, Mr. King?"

This statement left everyone speechless with shock.

The patriarch of the Snake-Headed Eight Families is also a high-ranking member of the Demon Clan?

This is unbelievable!

"What you're saying are all baseless speculations, pure slander!"

Tachibana Masamune roared again.

Nan Yun Yu Yue, however, said unhurriedly:

“Mr. Masamune…why don’t we wait for the comparison results between the Kobe Deadpool and the Genji Heavy Industries Deadpool? Then you can say I’m slandering you.”

"Moreover, your keeping a monster like Deadpool is already an unforgivable crime."

"Right now... it's just a matter of 'how many degrees of punishment' to impose."

Tachibana Masamune fell silent.

Everyone present was still reeling from Nan Yun Yuyue's crazy speculation.

They've had enough of the horrors they've experienced today.

Even though they are all high-level hybrids, they have been away from life-or-death battles for far too long.

But amidst the riots that swept through Tokyo, even those of the highest rank, including family heads, were forced to draw their swords again and face life and death once more.

Despite having elite family members under their command, as the head of the family, they should be holding their swords and guarding the front lines.

Fleeing hastily at the beginning of a war would be an act that no one would despise.

Uesugi said coldly:

“Tachibana Masamune, under your leadership over the years, the family has degenerated to an unprecedented degree.”

"On the surface, the economy is recovering, but internally it is still a disorganized mess. The Ghost Clan can openly plant spies in the family, and even the Enforcement Bureau cannot effectively prevent their attacks."

"You, as the current patriarch, bear the responsibility for all of this."

He paused and continued:

"Of course, the abilities of family leaders vary. If you are only lacking in ability but your attitude is impeccable, no one will force you to this point."

"But you harbor evil intentions. Instead of using your power to benefit the family, you have lined your own pockets, diverted family resources to satisfy your own desires, and even had your hired henchmen kill many of your family members."

"Even though many crimes have yet to be uncovered,"

Do you think... you're still fit to be the head of the family?

The entire room fell silent.

Uesugi Kotsugu's words struck at the heart of Tachibana Masamune's weakness.

Normally, no one in the Snake Clan would speak to Tachibana Masamune like that.

Among the three inner families, the head of the Uesugi family was ignorant of worldly affairs and did not participate in major decisions.

Since Genjiro had always been taken care of by Tachibana Masamune, it was difficult for him to speak up, both morally and logically.

The heads of the five outer families did not have 'royal blood' flowing through their veins, nor did they have any contributions that could convince the masses, and they dared not be the first to take the lead.

But Uesugi Koshi was different.

He was originally the head of the Snake Clan, with pure royal blood flowing through his veins, making him the undisputed legitimate heir of the family.

What's more, he is also Yuan Zhisheng's biological father.

Inuyama He had already recognized Nagumo Ugetsu's identity; he was the boy that Uesugi Etsu had asked him to keep an eye on before.

Judging from the aura emanating from Nan Yun Yu Yue, he clearly also possesses "royal blood."

So... he is most likely the direct disciple of this patriarch.

Therefore, among everyone present, no one was more suitable to say those words than Uesugi Kotsugi.

Inuyama He already disliked Tachibana Masamune, and now only one thought remained in his mind:

It's time for a new head of the family!

Without hesitation, he immediately spoke:

"Now that the head of the Uesugi family has returned to the clan, and there are many traitors within the clan, it is more appropriate for the strongest person with governing experience to take the lead."

"I believe that the authority of the patriarch should rightfully return to the hands of the Uesugi patriarch."

"Who is in favor? Who is against?"

Inuyama He genuinely supports Uesugi Kotsugi's return to the position of patriarch.

Furthermore, the remaining two "royal bloodline" inheritors have close ties with Uesugi Kotsugi, which is also very beneficial to the stability of the family.

The other heads of the five outer families exchanged glances. Although they each had their own thoughts, now that three "Emperors" were standing here, and Inuyama He had already taken the lead in going with the flow, they should naturally follow suit and get on this boat.

“The Fuuma family has no objections,” Fuuma Kotaro said first.

"The Sakurai family has no objections."

"The Miyamoto family has no objection."

Seeing that the two most senior members had already agreed, Sakurai Nanami and Miyamoto Shio also spoke up.

Although Ryoma Genichiro hasn't arrived in Tokyo yet, it's no use if he disagrees.

Uesugi Koshi shook his head:

"I am returning to the family today not for the position of patriarch."

“I have long since stopped caring about this so-called power. Even if it can make a person extremely powerful, it is of no use to me.”

He first looked at his disciple, Nan Yunyuyue, then at Yuan Zhisheng, his thoughts racing. After about a minute, he spoke again:

"Chisei, how does your strength compare to Amatsuki's?"

“Even when everyone is using their full strength… I am no match for Mr. Nagumo,” Genji said.

Uesugi Koshi pondered for a moment and said:

"In that case, I have a good idea."

“Zhisheng, you’ve been in the family for a few more years, so you’re quite familiar with the family’s affairs.”

"How about this, you temporarily take over as the head of the family."

"And the position of Director of the Executive Bureau will be filled by Nan Yun Youyue."

"After some time, adjustments can be made based on your wishes."

"What do you think of this?"

He completely ignored Tachibana Masamune, who was still kneeling on the ground, and instead turned his gaze to the four heads of the outer five families.

"The Inuyama family fully supports it!"

Inuyama He was the first to speak again.

"The Wind Demon Clan fully supports this."

"The Miyamoto family fully supports this."

"The Sakurai family fully supports this."

“Very good.” Uesugi Koshi nodded in satisfaction. “Then I will cast a vote of support on behalf of the Uesugi family.”

Leaving aside Tachibana Masamune, the head of the Tachibana family who has been effectively abolished, unsurprisingly, the scales of the decision tipped completely to one side.

Chapter 244 The End of the Chaos, the Transfer of Power, and the Emperor's Tears

None of the family heads present objected, and Uesugi Kotsugi's decision was passed smoothly without any resistance.

Even now, everyone is still deeply shaken, especially the heads of the five outer families who arrived later.

Tokyo is in utter chaos today, and Tachibana Masamune bears a large part of the responsibility for the Snake Clan's failure to organize an effective counterattack at the beginning.

The heads of the five outer families had long been prepared for Tachibana Masamune to explain or even apologize at a family meeting after the crisis.

But no one expected that things would develop far beyond their expectations.

That seemingly gentle and refined patriarch secretly engaged in such despicable acts. Not only did he fail in his duties as patriarch, but he also betrayed his family and committed the heinous crime of attacking his own people.

In this situation, even though Tachibana Masamune had treated them well in the past, he could no longer serve as the head of the family, and he might not even be able to keep his position as the head of the Tachibana family.

He concealed too many things, including a large number of family secrets. The Snake Clan is a strict patriarchal system, with the patriarch being the supreme leader. This means that once he steps down, the new successor must seize all the power of the predecessor in order to secure his position.

Fortunately, Uesugi Kotsushi ultimately decided to have the family's former executive director, Genjiro, temporarily act as the patriarch.

Yuan Zhisheng is a gentle person in the family, and he always takes the lead in every mission, so he has a high reputation in the Execution Bureau.

In addition, he has 'royal blood' flowing through his veins and was always given the title of 'young master' before Nan Yun Yuyue appeared. With him temporarily acting as the head of the family, the opposition could be minimized.

The heads of the five outer families also need not worry about facing a situation of "a new emperor, a new court" due to the "change of dynasties".

Fuma Kotaro looked at Inuyama He in surprise, not expecting that Inuyama He, also a family elder, would act as if he had known that Uesugi Kotsu would come today.

The other family heads were equally surprised by Inuyama He's reaction, despite his seniority.

During the era in which they were born and grew up, most of Uesugi Koshi's deeds had already been erased.

But in retrospect, this usually jovial Inuyama family head had been secretly in contact with Uesugi Koshi.

Of all the five outer families, Inuyama He is the biggest winner in this power shift.

In addition, Nan Yun Yuyue's strength also shocked them.

Even Yuan Zhisheng himself admitted that in a life-or-death battle, he was no match for this boy.

Furthermore, Nagumo Ugetsu's Word of Power "Precepts" can even suppress the out-of-control Uesugi Erii, an effect whose value to the family far exceeds expectations.

Now, with both top-tier combat power and strategic-level Word of Power, he is fully capable of serving as the Director of the Executive Bureau.

What's more... he was Uesugi Etsu's personal disciple.

In Japan, the master-disciple relationship is of paramount importance; in the past, only the direct disciple truly inherited the master's mantle.

Moreover, Nan Yun Yu Yue also has "royal blood" flowing through her veins, making her an undeniable legitimate family heir, and completely rightful.

"I've become the head of the enforcement bureau?"

Nanon Ugetsu was also somewhat surprised.

However... Uesugi Kotsu's arrangement is the most reasonable choice at present.

The Snake Clan is already in chaos, and the former patriarch is a traitor to the family. His Kanto branch has also massacred many of his fellow members of the Execution Bureau.

In times of unrest, it is necessary to introduce someone who is originally an insider of the family to stabilize morale.

Otherwise, if the position of patriarch is left vacant, internal strife will break out again, which will only waste resources.

The vacant position of Director of the Executive Bureau is perfect for him, as it would give him control over the entire bureau and be highly beneficial to his future plans.

Nan Yun Yuyue's thoughts were in turmoil, but she had no objections to her master's arrangements.

the other side,

Yuan Zhisheng remained rooted to the spot.

"The patriarch?"

Even though he was only acting as the substitute, he couldn't help but feel dazed.

In fact, he had always resisted wielding such power, but now there was no one more suitable in the family than him, and he had to take on this responsibility.

Yuan Zhisheng subconsciously looked at Nan Yunyuyue and breathed a slight sigh of relief.

"His appointment as the head of the executive bureau... will help relieve a lot of my pressure."