Mythical Three Kingdoms

Chapter 1046: Chapter 1002: Yuan Shu’s Paranoia

Chen Xi was also taken aback when he heard Pang Shanmin’s words. He didn’t expect someone could make a decision that might affect their family for hundreds of years so quickly, but he soon understood what the other party intended.

Seeing Chen Xi’s half-smiling expression, Pang Shanmin remained composed, as he had done what he needed to do; the rest was none of his business.

At this point, Shi Guangyuan also convinced Yuan Shu. Yuan Shu, who had been resting with closed eyes, slowly opened them and stood up. Different from a minor character like Pang Shanmin, the attendees previously unfamiliar with Yuan Shu now likely recognized him.

”Chen Zichuan, I have a few questions for you. If your answers satisfy me, I will agree.” Yuan Shu spoke in a not very loud voice.

”Ask away, although I am not inclined to answer.” Chen Xi smiled, while Zhen Mi stood obediently by his side. She no longer needed to do anything; Chen Xi’s performance today was just as he had previously claimed, evident to all.

”First, what are the responsibilities and obligations we should bear?” Yuan Shu raised a finger, pointing at Chen Xi and Zhen Mi, then turned to look at all the aristocratic families behind him, speaking in an orderly manner.

”Us?” Chen Xi glanced at Yuan Shu, surprised that he could ask such a question. ”Since you said ’us’, allow me to speak for myself. I’m currently doing only two things: acting for Heaven to protect the people and passing on the torch of civilization, which are our responsibilities and obligations.”

Chen Xi didn’t elaborate further. Acting for Heaven to protect the people encompasses providing food and clothing, ensuring better living, and freeing them from suffering. But acting for Heaven is far beyond these, and not acting for the Emperor also explains much.

Passing on the torch of civilization, including educating, morality, thought, diet, culture, and so on, is similarly all-encompassing.

”Within the scope of our abilities, we shelter them, guide them, restore chaos to order, and let everything continue seamlessly to eternity,” Chen Xi said slowly. ”How about that, does this answer satisfy you? This is what our predecessors once did; I merely took their staff to pass the torch.”

Zhen Mi listened to this, her eyes sparkling. For such major affairs, the Zhen Family sent her only to listen and follow the trend when the time comes. No one would trouble her, so she hardly paid attention.

”Hahaha! Finally, I’ve waited for someone who shares my thoughts. I’ve long disliked those families who have strayed from their oaths. We aristocratic families pass on civilization and act as prefects in education; when have we ever needed to exploit the common people? Ignoring the masses is not due to arrogance; keeping a respectful distance is the greatest respect for what we contribute!” Yuan Shu laughed wildly.

After a long while, Yuan Shu finished his wild laughter, his eyes openly showing killing intent, his cold, ruthless gaze swept over the Kong Family in Nanyang, and the Xuu Family from Yuzhou among others. ”These families who have betrayed our oath should be executed as early as possible!”

”Come on, Chen Zichuan, join me in executing these scoundrels who have abandoned the aristocratic family’s honor. Let’s restore the aristocratic families to their ancient purity, making them once again the barrier protecting the Central Plains as they were millennia ago!” Yuan Shu seemed to be having an episode, his eyes fervently fixed on Chen Xi.

The heads of the aristocratic families that Yuan Shu’s cold gaze swept over turned green; they had already been cleansed somewhat by Yuan Shu in Yuzhou, and now Yuan Shu actually thinks they have deviated from the family’s honor. It’s madness!

Chen Xi pressed an index finger to his temple; he needed to organize his thoughts. How did Yuan Shu suddenly seem like a different person? Earlier, he was still quarreling with him, and suddenly the narrative changed.

”Are you saying your goal is the same as mine?” Chen Xi asked with a peculiar expression.

”My goal is to restore the family’s glory, make our families again like millennia ago, guarding the Central Plains, as the strongest shield, once again protecting all the people in the world. Everything our ancestors did must at least be steadily handed over to the next generation!” Yuan Shu was incredibly resolute at this moment. Since truly seeing the life of the common people, he had awakened completely.

Yuan Shu might be considered immature, or a dreamer. He himself didn’t know how to accomplish his dream, but he wanted to do it. What was scarier was that after Yuan Shu truly made up his mind, he would absolutely not turn back and there would definitely be people who would follow him regardless of right or wrong!

Yuan Shu would not contemplate the correctness of the Datong World described in the classic books at home, nor whether his ancestors had embellished their achievements. He only knew that when the ancestors handed this land to him, the books recorded an ideal Datong World with peace and prosperity!

Therefore, before handing over everything to Sunx Ce, even if he had to fight to the death, Yuan Shu would strive to do his best, and this was his pride.

Even if Yuan Shu was the sole person in the Yuan Family who acknowledged his almost fanatical pride, just as he had said before, as long as he didn’t die, how could the Yuan Family degenerate? His promise from Yuan Shu was absolutely intolerant to any violation!

”Gonglu, I didn’t expect you to have such thoughts.” Chen Xi silently sat down after a long pause, ”I believe your words, but I don’t agree with your methods. They’re too brutal. If there’s no necessary reason, try not to eradicate the families.”

”They have sullied the family’s honor and their surname; they aren’t fit to stand alongside me!” Yuan Shu sneered.

Chen Xi touched the bridge of his nose. Yuan Shu’s madness is simply incomprehensible, but this almost obsessive personality, if well-guided, might truly be a good ally.

”Alright, let’s put other matters aside. So, you agree with my proposal.” Chen Xi no longer discussed purging the families and restoring ancient glory with Yuan Shu, but steered the topic back.

After all, some matters would really be difficult to handle without the families. Discontent among the populace was somewhat manageable when spread out, but if there was only one force, it would undoubtedly be a hassle to deal with.

”I agree with your proposal, as long as the path you take can lead the families to restore the ancient glory. I can agree, but if you are like those mediocre individuals, even if I have to fight to the death, I will make you remember!” Yuan Shu looked at Chen Xi with cold, ruthless eyes.

This is perhaps Yuan Shu’s most contradictory aspect, possessing the resolve to protect the Central Plains like his ancestors, yet caring not at all for the sacrifice of his underlings! (To be continued. If you like this work, please visit Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation votes, monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit m.qidian.com to read.)