After settling these arrangements, Chen Zixiu suddenly asked, "When will Meng Lin be back?"
Chen Xiaojun answered at once, "Third Granduncle took Xiao Yi and the others to Heavenly Water seven or eight days ago. They should be back soon."
Chen Zixiu nodded. "Once he returns, have him go to the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and replace Hong as its Sect-Guardian Douluo."
"Xiao Xun, write a letter explaining the situation."
"Also, have him reassure the Branch Lines in the Northern Region."
He continued with his instructions. "Once Hong returns, he will remain Grand Elder and assist Xiao Xun in overseeing the entire clan's affairs, ensuring a smooth transition."
"He will also oversee the Clan Affairs Department, the Cultural Records Department, and the Clan Treasury."
"For now, he can serve concurrently as Minister of Clan Affairs. As for the Cultural Records Department, let Jinghan take charge."
Previously, matters great and small within the clan had usually been coordinated and handled personally by Chen Hong as Grand Elder.
However, as clan affairs grew increasingly complex, the Clan Affairs Department had been established. With his wealth of experience and prestige, serving concurrently as its minister would be well within his abilities.
Yu Jinghan came from the Branch Lines. Having her head the Cultural Records Department and shoulder the responsibility for cultural heritage and disciplinary oversight was undoubtedly an appropriate choice.
Her background allowed her to better understand and handle breaches of rules and discipline within the Main Lineage and the Retainer Families, and she also commanded respect.
Of course, Chen Hong would still provide overall oversight.
At this crucial moment in the transition between clan chiefs, having Grand Elder Chen Hong return to the Village to preside over matters was indeed more appropriate than assigning Chen Menglin, Chen Qiujun, or the others.