However, Patriarch Xiao knew that if Xiao Chifeng really decided to leave with Sikou Yao, then they, the older generation, must stay here to take charge and command.
Otherwise, without a leader, the Huatian Empire would be like a dragon without a head—who knows what might happen?
Even if Xiao Chifeng were to leave, he would need to find a good excuse, and he couldn't just say he was ascending to the Immortal World.
He was now the President of the Huatian Empire, watched by everyone. If people knew he ascended to the Immortal World, there would definitely be suspicions. Everyone speaks highly of the Immortal World, so if the President ascended, would he ever return?
Once such suspicions arose and public sentiment became unsettled, coupled with troublemakers stirring up issues, non-issues could become serious matters.
This was not the outcome they wanted to see.
After discussing with the family, all of Xiao Chifeng's responsibilities were handed over to Xiao Dingtian.
