The Prophet's Fate

Her long-term efforts were finally recognized, and Si Huaruo couldn't help but burst into tears.

"Why are you crying? Don't act like a child. From today onwards, you are the head of the tribe. You must act like a leader."

Si Huaruo shook her head and said, "I don't want to be the clan leader. I have no interest in that position. You should continue, sister."

Upon hearing this, Si Huamu, who was on the shore, sighed but ultimately said nothing.

While wiping the tears from the other person's face, Si Jingyu said, "This won't do. The winner should always receive a prize; otherwise, the duel would lose its meaning."

Si Huaruo was about to politely decline when she suddenly remembered something, her eyes lit up, and she said, "I do have a reward I want, and I hope you will grant my request, sister."

"What reward do you want? Just tell me. If I can do it, I'll definitely give it to you."

Si Huaruo blushed, took a deep breath, and said resolutely, "I hope to marry your younger brother, so that I can truly call you 'sister'."

"..."

Si Jingyu's movements suddenly froze.

Si Ming, standing on the shore, was also stunned. What was going on? Wasn't he supposed to wait for me to confess? How did it suddenly turn into a marriage proposal? Where did the steps in between go?

"Elder sister?"

Si Jingyu suddenly withdrew her hand, letting Si Huaruo fall to the ground, and said expressionlessly, "Who are you? Who are you calling 'sister'? Are we that close? Don't suddenly try to get close to me, okay?"

"Huh?"

Host: A reader asked about the female characters' figures. First of all, it's important to understand that a larger cup size doesn't necessarily mean larger breasts. It also depends on the bust measurement. For example, a 90A is larger than a 65D. Of course, this isn't a professional science article, so there's no need to be so precise. The Noble Phantasm levels for the main female characters are as follows:

Murong Qing B+, Liu Qingqing B, Yu Shuying AA, Hongdou D, Yao Bilian Si Huaruo C, Si Jingyu A, Si Shuiyun C (The above are the standards of the Celestial Empire, which are about 1-2 sizes larger than Japan. At the same time, we should also take into account that some people are still growing and some people think they are still growing.)

Chapter 323 The Fate of the Prophet

"Former clan leader Si Jingzhi colluded with outsiders and betrayed the Lineage for personal gain. The evidence is conclusive, and his crime is unforgivable! Considering his lifelong dedication to the Lineage, which was fruitless and arduous, he is exempted from punishment but his Cultivation Body are confined to the Retirement Pavilion, and he is forbidden from leaving for the rest of his life!"

At the Si Clan's Lineage meeting, Si Jingyu publicly announced Si Jingzhi's crimes and punishment, with an expression of impartiality and selflessness, as if she were willing to sacrifice her own family for the sake of the Lineage.

Those attending the meeting were all shrewd politicians who knew that this was not the case at all. Si Jingzhi's failure was purely the result of a power struggle. That's why they wouldn't stand up to defend the loser. Those with connections would quickly distance themselves, while those without connections would take the opportunity to kick him while he was down to show their loyalty.

Si Jingzhi's power was waning, and her subordinates had long since scattered like monkeys after a tree falls. Not to mention that she had offended many people because of her bad temper and tough actions, even if she was very popular, no one would be willing to die for her just because of a little bit of affection.

In the battle at the ancestral worship ceremony, Si Jingyu was defeated by Si Huaruo. However, the position of clan leader cannot be determined by a single martial arts fight. At most, it is an important factor affecting reputation. Even if Si Huamu's lineage uses this as a reason to compete for the position of clan leader, the final chance of winning is only fifty-fifty. Moreover, Si Huaruo publicly announced that she had no interest in the position of clan leader, so this martial arts fight became a pure exchange of skills.

After this battle, Si Huamu resolved her inner conflict, lost her obsession with the position of clan leader, and became radiant. She had lost that bitter and resentful aura, and now possessed a more authoritative air about her.

Although she couldn't shake her habit of being ambitious but incompetent, the territory she wanted to contend for wasn't a country, but just a Lineage. This minor flaw was nothing to worry about. After all, Yuan Shao, who was described as "good at planning but indecisive, fierce in appearance but cowardly in reality, hesitant to do great things but willing to risk his life for small gains," was once the most powerful warlord at the end of the Han Dynasty.

Si Huamu seized the opportunity and did her best to grab the position vacated after the downfall of Si Jingzhi's faction. In the end, she gained more benefits than Si Jingyu. Even if she could not be called a fisherman who reaps the benefits, it was still a great stroke of luck.

Even if you can't become the clan leader, becoming a powerful figure within the Lineage has its advantages and disadvantages.

Si Jingyu didn't care much about this. She had been plotting in the Lineage for a long time, including winning over subordinates, expanding her power, and planting spies. Her goal was to sink Si Jingzhi's old ship and avenge the grudge from back then. Now that she had achieved her goal, she really didn't care about the Lineage's power. The position of clan leader was just a useless thing to her. She was still just the young clan leader.

In a corner of the hall, Si Jingzhi, who was being held captive by Si Shuiyun, looked at his once proud granddaughter with a gloomy expression. The injuries on her face were covered by makeup, and if her mouth was tightly closed, it was impossible to tell how many teeth she had lost. However, her crooked nose was not so easy to restore, so she still looked somewhat disheveled.

Even now, Si Jingzhi still can't figure out where she went wrong. She was indeed very strict with Si Jingyu in the past, but it was all for Si Jingyu's future. With Si Jingyu's maturity far beyond that of an adult, she shouldn't be unable to understand this.

At this point, the topic shifted to the trial of Si Jingzhi's henchmen, those old men who had been soundly beaten by Si Ming. They didn't go so far as to exterminate Si Jingyu, since they didn't harbor any hatred. They were simply stripped of their positions in the Lineage and sent to live out their retirement.

No one objected, especially the young people, whose eyes were filled with a desire to take his place.

"Have you all confessed?"

The elderly people on trial wore bitter smiles. What could they say at this point? Their entire clan had turned against them; what was the point of putting on a brave face?

A defeated general is not worthy of praise. Their crime now is merely blind obedience, not concealment of knowledge or aiding and abetting evil. At least they can still live out their old age in peace. If they resist stubbornly and insist on gaining an argument, they may ruin their reputation in their later years.

One of the representatives stepped forward and said, "We have neglected our duties and failed our Lineage. We are willing to accept punishment."

Si Jingyu turned her gaze to Si Jingzhi and asked coldly, "Do you plead guilty?"

Si Jingzhi sneered, raising his head and saying, "The victor is king, the loser is villain. I have no guilt to admit! Everything I did was for this Lineage, without any selfish motives. Even in the afterlife, when I meet my ancestors, I can say that I have a clear conscience!"

Once again, everyone witnessed the stubbornness of this former clan chief. Even as a prisoner, he remained defiant, refusing to admit his mistakes. His indomitable demeanor resembled that of a martyr about to bravely face his death.

"Your biggest mistake is incompetence, followed by a lack of self-awareness. 'Mediocrity' is the posthumous title I've prepared for you."

Posthumous titles are divided into official and private titles, and this was not exclusive to the imperial family. Emperors and ministers used official titles, while famous scholars and Aristocratic Clan used private titles.

Upon seeing the word "mediocre and incompetent," the image of a person who lacks ability but enjoys pointing fingers at others and taking pride in it leaps off the page.

This is going to be the final word, completely ruining his reputation!

Upon hearing Si Jingzhi's face turned pale, but she still managed to stand firm and said, "It is for future generations to judge right and wrong, merit and demerit. Your overstepping your bounds only reveals your guilty conscience. Everything I have done is for the sake of this Lineage. I deserve the title of meritorious official. The truth may be covered up for a while, but it cannot be covered up forever. Future generations will clear my name!"

Even if these words weren't spoken with force or conviction, they were still frank and open, which made people look at them with more respect.

However, a smile appeared on Si Jingyu, a smile full of malice, like a venomous dragon reaching out its claws. She took out a newly bound book from her sleeve and said, "Yes, the truth cannot be covered up. I share the same view, so I personally wrote a biography of your life for you, Grandmother. I hope you will correct it." After saying that, she threw the new book out.

Si Jingzhi caught it and said nonchalantly, "A lie is still a lie, and a fabricated truth will eventually be exposed."

Si Jingyu said, "Yes, that's why I haven't fabricated a single word in this book. It contains only confirmed truths. If there are any inaccuracies, I hope you will point them out in public, Grandmother, without having to give me face."

Si Jingzhi didn't understand what the other party was up to. With suspicion, she opened the book and found that, just as Si Jingyu had said, it contained accounts of things she had actually done. Moreover, it was written in a diary style, with each entry very clear and objective, without any fabrication, conjecture, or even subjective feelings.

Then, Si Jingzhi's hands began to tremble.

Although what is written is the truth, some truths are inherently unknowable to outsiders. A ruler who is not discreet will lose his ministers, a minister who is not discreet will lose his life, and several secrets that are not kept secret will lead to disaster. Many secrets cannot be explained to outsiders.