Return of the King, Dominating the City
Chapter 916: 905 Disagree

Chapter 916: Chapter 905 Disagree

“Old man, long time no see!” Song Kunlun walked up to Mr. Song, standing just below the steps, looking up at Mr. Song, yet giving the impression that he was on the same level.

“Indeed, it’s been years!” Mr. Song smiled gently and said, “Kunlun, your timing couldn’t be better, returning now!”

“Haha, I was negotiating business with the Russians in HLJ, but when I heard about the event here, I rushed back immediately!” Song Kunlun spoke without much courtesy, a stark contrast to others when speaking with Mr. Song, and Mr. Song didn’t seem to care much about it.

“Business is important, you could return any time and it would be the same, wouldn’t it?” Mr. Song sighed and said.

“How could it be the same? Today is Ergou’s big day, how could I not return?” Song Kunlun said, turning to Song Ergou, “Ergou, congratulations! You’re on the family registry now, when you inherit the Song Family, the two of us can conquer the world together!”

“Haha, it’s far too early for that!” Song Ergou smiled and said, “Years have passed and you’re still as loud as ever!”

“Hahaha.” Song Kunlun laughed loudly, the sound was so resonant that Song Yun, standing about seven or eight meters away, felt his eardrums shake.

“You know how it is, in the Northeast, if you don’t speak loudly, people won’t listen to you!” Song Kunlun said, “I’ve been in the Northeast for many years, so I’ve naturally picked up some of their ways of speaking and doing things. Haha, enough of that, old man, shall we continue? I wouldn’t want to disrupt everyone!”

Mr. Song nodded, brought out the family registry, and wrote down the names of Song Yun and Qingluan, then handed the registry to Elder Wang and said, “From today, Song Ergou is the first heir to the Song Family!”

At these words, a clamor immediately rose from below.

“How can you make such a hasty decision, brother!” Song Meiqin was the first to stand up, with a look of surprise, and said, “Ergou has just been added to the registry, whether he can adapt to life in our Song Family is another matter, giving him the first heir status directly is far too reckless!”

“The Song Family has always had the main bloodline inherit, and I have no descendants. Naturally, the first heir status belongs to Ergou, what’s there to discuss?” Mr. Song looked at Song Meiqin and asked.

“But he just joined the Song Family! He’s unfamiliar with much of the Song Family’s matters! At least wait until he understands the Song Family’s affairs before considering granting him inheritance rights! Brother, I don’t agree with this decision!” Song Meiqin said.

“Hmm, things that must be given sooner or later, whether early or late, isn’t it the same?” Mr. Song snorted coldly and said, “Or are you suggesting your branch desires inheritance rights?”

“According to the clan rules, the branch has no inheritance rights, only the right to use Song Family assets, we know that well!” Song Meiqin said, “However, the branch does have the power to veto the main branch’s inheritance rights! If more than half disagree, the inheritance rights issue must be reconsidered!”

“Oh? Seems like you’re the only one disagreeing, right?” Mr. Song asked.

“Not just me, brother!” Song Meiqin glanced at Song Dong and asked, “Dongzi, what do you think?”

“Me?” Song Dong awoke from a half-asleep state, rubbed his eyes, and said, “Well… I also think the inheritance rights issue is a very serious matter. It’s okay to give Song Ergou the inheritance rights, but the first heir status should be left vacant until Ergou is familiar with Song Family affairs and has the capability to manage the Song Family, then granting him the first heir status is fine. After all, you’ve said the main branch’s inheritance rights can’t be taken away by anyone, so rather than giving it now, why not wait a few years and see. We’re all strong and can afford to watch for a few years!”

“Brother, see, Dongzi also opposes!” Song Meiqin said, “Now more than half oppose! I hope you give the inheritance rights issue serious consideration.”

Mr. Song wanted to speak but Song Ergou interposed, “Uncle, I also think this matter shouldn’t be too hasty!”

Mr. Song looked surprised at Song Ergou and asked, “You think so too?”

“Yes, Uncle!” Song Ergou nodded and said, “Regarding our Song Family, I indeed know nothing. Therefore, I must learn many things, and I’m not sure whether I have the talent to manage the Song Family, so you don’t need to rush to give me this inheritance right. I think I can start by learning beside you, and if you believe I have the talent and capability, then granting me the inheritance rights won’t be too late!”

Mr. Song’s eyes brightened, smiling and nodding, saying, “What you say makes sense, since you feel that way, I’ll retract what I said. The first heir status will remain vacant for now; you will learn how to manage the Song Family by my side!”

Song Meiqin’s face changed, deeply looking at Song Ergou, what a move, retreating to advance!

Song Ergou seemed to compromise but actually took a big step forward! In time, as long as he’s constantly around Mr. Song and involved in Family Head matters, given Mr. Song’s fondness for Ergou, great power will surely be delegated.

When the time comes, the transfer of these powers will gradually fall into Song Ergou’s hands, and after Ergou fully absorbs and digests these powers, whether or not he has the first heir status would hold little significance!

Song Meiqin’s eyes shifted, saying, “Brother, Ergou’s suggestion is excellent indeed, but I feel that without competition, there’s no progress. How about this, let’s have Kunlun join the Song Family management as Ergou’s competitor, and see how each fares. Of course, I’m not suggesting Kunlun contend for the Song Family inheritance rights; I just want to give Ergou some competitive pressure to better foster his growth. If one day Ergou excels in all facets over Kunlun, then handing the Song Family over to such a person would mean peace of mind for us all, wouldn’t it?”

“I think Meiqin is right.” Song Dong added at this point, “Only through competition can there be motivation.”

Mr. Song saw that the two agreed, glanced at Song Ergou and saw the latter nod slightly, Mr. Song chuckled and said, “The suggestion is good, let’s set it this way then.”

Song Ergou glanced at Song Kunlun, This time, do you think you can restore your honor after being driven out of Beijing by my brothers? And Song Yun simply smiled, watching it all, as if none of it concerned him.