Chapter 783: Chapter 54: The Kindness of the Father and the Filial Piety of the Son_3

“Chi Pu,” Lu Qingshan, already standing angrily, his face a sheet of iron, yelled, “Whom are you looking down upon?”

For someone like Qing Ge who cared deeply about his reputation, the defeat at Falling Goose Pass was absolutely taboo.

The way Chi Pu was rubbing salt into the wound–how could it not infuriate Qing Ge?

After Lu Qingshan spoke, Chi Pu’s expression remained unchanged, as he gave Lu Qingshan a provocative look and laughed, “I’m just telling the truth.”

This made Qing Ge’s emotions surge even more.

The two were at each other’s throats, new grudges piling on old ones.

The atmosphere became increasingly explosive.

“It’s fine if you really don’t want to go, no need to force yourself,” said Ao Ren Demon Venerable, who had been hard to read, suddenly speaking up in a gentle tone to Lu Qingshan.

“But…” Chi Pu didn’t expect Ao Ren Demon Venerable to stand up for Qing Ge and instinctively wanted to object.

He stopped mid-sentence, realizing his action was impolite.

“A true man aspires to travel far, it could not be more normal for Qing Ge not to want to carry the name of Son-in-Law,” Ao Ren Demon Venerable waved his hand and continued, “As for Shi Wu Demon Venerable, I’ll just refuse him.”

“My presence is enough for the Sen Luo King Realm, and regarding the connections in Jian Luo, it’s great if we have them but no big deal if we don’t,” Ao Ren Demon Venerable spoke casually, yet the message was undeniably domineering.

He, Ao Ren, was certainly not going to force his own illegitimate son into becoming a Son-in-Law just to hook up with Jian Luo’s connections!

Upon hearing this, both Chi Pu and Diao Feng’s eyes involuntarily took on a shade of darkness.

It was said that Ao Ren Demon Venerable was extremely fond of Qing Ge, a fact which was now crystal clear.

According to the norms of the Demon Race, their marriage matters ought to follow their parents’ directives.

Marriage alliances for people of their bloodline and status were perfectly normal; since when did the younger generation get to have their say?

Yet now, Ao Ren Demon Venerable was considering Qing Ge’s preferences, proposing to refuse another Demon Lord’s marriage proposition actively, a proposal that, albeit uncomfortable for Qing Ge, was tremendously beneficial.

How could they not burn with jealousy?

Qing Ge was clearly a bastard, so why should he receive such favoritism from their father?

Both felt extremely angry yet utterly helpless.

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As for Ao Ren Demon Venerable’s suggestion, apart from Chi Pu and Diao Feng, who were displeased, there was another who felt the same–Lu Qingshan, deeply immersed in Qing Ge’s persona.

He felt utterly frustrated.

He was just fully invested in performing Qing Ge’s role.

Had he accidentally overplayed it?

It felt like the saying, “Auntie, this won’t work,” followed by the Auntie replying, “Okay, then let’s drop it.”

It was supposed to be just a courtesy, how did it turn serious?

No, he had to salvage the situation.

Lu Qingshan thought to himself.

The next moment, his complexion suddenly changed, alternating between pale and flush, as if he was struggling with a difficult internal conflict.

“Father,” eventually, after moments of tension, he made up his mind and gritted his teeth to address Ao Ren Demon Venerable, “I’ll go!”

The words ‘I’ll go’ were forcefully squeezed out of his mouth, one word at a time.

“What?!” Both Chi Pu and Diao Feng looked at Lu Qingshan in disbelief.

Even Ao Ren Demon Venerable was slightly taken aback.

Who could have imagined that Qing Ge himself would suddenly decide to change his mind at this point?

What’s going on?

After declaring his intent, Qing Ge’s expression showed relief, gradually returning to calm, “You’re right, my brothers.

The Blood God Sand is a rare treasure, and the marriage could bring many benefits to the Sen Luo King Realm, to father.

Compared to that, sacrificing my own reputation is but a small price. What reason do I have to refuse?

Some hollow fame compared to actual benefit is nothing.

Moreover, this is something that can help father, and Qing Ge is willing to do it to repay father’s kindness.”

Ao Ren Demon Venerable’s emotions were complex as he pondered for a moment, seemingly lost in thought.

Finally, he came back to his senses, looking at Qing Ge with eyes filled with gratification, deeply moved.

This reckless young son had finally grown up!

He even understood how to appreciate his father!

“If you are willing, then that is, of course, the best,” Ao Ren Demon Venerable said.

“Jian Luo Royal City, Qing Ge will take this trip for father,” Lu Qingshan declared firmly.

At the scene, everyone had varying expressions.

Ao Ren Demon Venerable’s eyes gradually brightened.

Chi Pu and Diao Feng exchanged glances, disbelief still evident in their eyes.

Inside Lu Qingshan’s Dantian, observing all this, Gu Yiyi’s eyes sparkled.

The way Lu Qingshan acted.

She both longed for and envied it.

She was so envious!