"Old Cheng, Yu Family's heir is Yu Xuan, this cannot be changed." Madam Chang reminded Yu Cheng immediately upon seeing his hesitation, "After Yu Ze became a covenantor, he lost the right to inherit. You should seize back the Yu ring. Even if Yu Family eventually fails, at least it will be due to its own choices. Rather than living an ignoble existence under someone else's direction, it's better to retain our pride and seek to make a comeback sometime in the future."
Hearing her rousing speech, Yu Cheng and even the other family members felt their hearts stirring with emotion.
Alex quietly glanced at Madam Chang; this woman was truly good at inspiring others. Unfortunately, she had a son that would always drag her down.
Madam Chang's words resonated with Yu Cheng. She was right. They couldn't allow their family's legacy to be tarnished by the actions of one individual. "You're right," he said, his voice filled with determination. "We won't let Yu Ze take what rightfully belongs to us."
Yu Xuan, emboldened by his mother's words, stepped forward. "We'll fight for our birthright," he declared. "We won't let a servant dictate our future."
Alex watched the drama unfold, a sense of amusement playing on his lips. He had underestimated the resilience of the Yu family, their ability to cling to power even in the face of overwhelming odds.
"Very well," he said, his voice calm. "Let's settle this matter once and for all."
He turned to Wu Xiufan, a knowing smile playing on his lips. Wu Xiufan, understanding the unspoken message, nodded in agreement.
The stage was set for a final showdown. The future of the Yu family, and perhaps the world itself, hung in the balance.
Madam Chang's words resonated with Yu Cheng. She was right. They couldn't let the Yu family fall into the hands of a covenantor. They had to fight, to reclaim their rightful place.
"You're right," Yu Cheng agreed, a flicker of determination returning to his eyes. "We won't let Yu Ze and Wu Xiufan dictate our fate."
Yu Xuan, emboldened by his mother's words, stepped forward. "We'll fight back," he declared. "We'll show them who's really in charge."
Alex watched the exchange with a mixture of amusement and pity. The Yu family, blinded by pride and arrogance, was digging their own grave. He knew that their efforts were futile, but he also knew that they had to learn their lesson.
Wu Xiufan, sensing the tension in the room, remained silent. He knew that Alex had a plan, a plan that would ultimately lead to the downfall of the Yu family. He trusted Alex, and he was confident in his abilities.
As the Yu family members continued to bicker and scheme, Alex simply smiled. He had come to the Yu family not to seek revenge, but to teach them a lesson. A lesson they would never forget.
Wu Xiufan couldn't help but smile at Yu Xuan's foolishness. It was clear that the Yu family had underestimated Alex, and their arrogance would be their downfall.
Alex, however, remained unmoved. He had a higher purpose, a destiny to fulfill. The Yu family, with all its wealth and power, was merely a stepping stone on his path.
He turned to Yu Cheng, his gaze piercing. "You have a choice," he said, his voice calm and collected. "You can either accept my claim or face the consequences."
Yu Cheng, caught between a rock and a hard place, felt a wave of despair wash over him. He knew that resisting Alex would be futile. The power that Alex wielded was far beyond anything he could comprehend.
With a heavy sigh, Yu Cheng conceded. "You...you win," he muttered, his voice barely audible.
Alex nodded, his expression unchanged. "Good," he said. "Now, let's get down to business."
As Alex took control of the Yu family, a new era began. A world where power and influence were no longer the ultimate goals. A world where compassion, empathy, and justice prevailed. And at the heart of it all was Alex, a young man with a destiny to fulfill.
Wu Xiufan pretended not to hear what he was saying; he couldn't be bothered to lower himself to responding to such drivel.
Yu Cheng thought for a while, before saying to Alex with difficulty, "Little Alex, you've always been modest, respectful and generous; I hope you are still able to show some consideration for your family."
He avoided the issue of succession, trying to persuade Alex to give in on his own volition.
Wu Xiufan, unmoved by Yu Cheng's plea, remained silent. He understood the desperation in Yu Cheng's eyes, but he also knew that the Yu family had brought this upon themselves.
Alex, however, was not as forgiving. He looked at Yu Cheng, his eyes cold and calculating. "You've made your choice," he said, his voice barely a whisper. "Now, face the consequences."
With that, Alex turned to leave, his figure disappearing into the shadows. As he walked away, he couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction. He had reclaimed what was rightfully his, and he had done so with grace and power.
The Yu family was left in a state of shock and despair. They had underestimated Alex, and now they would pay the ultimate price. Their legacy, their power, their very existence was hanging by a thread.
As the dust settled, the city was left to reckon with the aftermath of the Yu family's downfall. A new era was dawning, an era of change and transformation. And at the heart of it all was Alex, a young man with a destiny to fulfill.
Wu Xiufan, uninterested in their petty pleas, remained silent. He knew that Yu Cheng was merely grasping at straws, trying to salvage what was left of his family's reputation.
Alex, however, was not so easily swayed. He had a higher purpose, a destiny to fulfill. The Yu family, with all its wealth and power, was merely a stepping stone on his path.
"Your plea falls on deaf ears, Yu Cheng," Alex said, his voice cold and indifferent. "The time for mercy has passed."
With that, Alex turned to leave, his figure disappearing into the shadows. As he walked away, he couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction. The Yu family, once a formidable force, was now at his mercy.
Wu Xiufan followed closely behind, his gaze fixed on Alex. He admired Alex's unwavering determination and his unwavering belief in himself. He knew that Alex was destined for greatness, and he was proud to be by his side.
As they walked away, the Yu family was left to contemplate the consequences of their actions. Their arrogance and greed had led to their downfall, and now they would pay the ultimate price.
Wu Xiufan, unmoved by Yu Cheng's plea, remained silent. He knew the true nature of the Yu family and their desperate attempts to cling to power. Alex, on the other hand, had a higher purpose, a destiny that transcended the petty squabbles of mortal men.
Alex's gaze, cold and unwavering, pierced through Yu Cheng's plea. "Your time as the head of the Yu family is over," he declared, his voice carrying an authority that silenced the room. "A new era is dawning."
Yu Cheng, defeated and humiliated, could only watch as Alex took control of the situation. He realized that he had underestimated the young man, the covenantor who had risen from the ashes to claim his birthright.
As Alex turned to leave, he cast one final glance at the Yu family, a look filled with both pity and contempt. The once-mighty family was now reduced to a shadow of its former self, a victim of its own arrogance and greed.
Alex calmly stared at him for a long time, slowly responding, "The year you pressured mother into allowing Madam Chang to come and go as she pleased, in order to preserve the family's reputation, mother quietly accepted it. When mother died from her illness and you married Madam Chang after only half a year, I accepted it. When you wanted me to inherit the family property, and forced me to abandon my musical passion, I accepted it. When I became a Covenantor, and you ignored me, I accepted it. When Madam Chang sent me to the distribution center, I accepted it. Father, tell me, if this isn't showing the family consideration, what is?"
A hint of shame flashed across Yu Cheng's face.
Yu Cheng's face flushed with shame. He had never truly understood the sacrifices that Alex had made for the family. He had taken Alex's love and loyalty for granted, expecting him to always put the family's needs before his own.
Alex's words cut deep, exposing the truth about his own selfishness and neglect. He had failed as a father, and now he was reaping the consequences.
As Alex turned to leave, Yu Cheng could only watch, his heart heavy with regret. He had lost his son, not just physically, but emotionally as well. The once-proud patriarch of the Yu family was now a broken man, a shadow of his former self.
Yu Cheng's face flushed with shame as Alex's words echoed through the room. He had been so focused on the family's reputation and power that he had neglected the needs and desires of his own son.
"I... I'm sorry," he stammered, his voice barely audible. "I didn't realize..."
Alex shook his head. "You didn't realize?" he asked, his voice filled with disappointment. "You had the chance to be a good father, a loving husband, but you chose power and prestige instead. And now, you reap what you sow."
With that, Alex turned and left the room, leaving Yu Cheng to grapple with his guilt and remorse. As he walked away, he felt a sense of peace, a sense of closure. He had confronted his past, faced his demons, and emerged stronger than ever.
The Yu family, once a symbol of power and influence, was now on the brink of collapse. Their arrogance and greed had led to their downfall, and there was no one to blame but themselves.