The Otherworldly God

Chapter 417

As the morning light penetrated the mist, the Lezheng courtyard was decorated with lights and colors, creating a solemn and festive atmosphere.

Today is the day when Le Zheng Shuiling is officially conferred the title of the family patriarch. The entire family and even the outside world have paid unprecedented attention to this.

For such a major event as the conferment of a title on the head of the family, worship in Zhuiyuan Pavilion is naturally indispensable. Unlike the ancestral hall, those who can enter Zhuiyuan Pavilion are all people with outstanding contributions.

Portraits of deceased people and steles of their achievements are placed around the Zhuiyuan Pavilion, each of which carries the glory and vicissitudes of the Lezheng family.

Le Zheng Shuiling was wearing the gorgeous dress that Le Zheng Qin had personally chosen for her. Different from the noble lady's hairstyle that the maid had imagined at the beginning, the one chosen by Mu Xin was more suitable for her.

The hair that was level with her forehead was her real hair length, and a drop of crystal pendant on her brow sparkled in the morning light. A strand of black hair on both temples was like a pair of hands, gently holding her face.

Her face was calm, and her eyes sparkled with determination and responsibility.

"The Lezheng family has gone through many hardships since its founding, and has protected this land and its people for generations. Today, I will hand it over to you. Lezheng Shuiling, inheriting the will of the ancestors and trusted by the family, is willing to swear with my flesh and blood to protect the glory of Lezheng and the peace of the family." Lezheng Qin's words were clear and powerful, echoing throughout the Zhuiyuan Pavilion, but he paused here, and finally asked in a resounding voice: "Are you willing?"

Le Zheng Shuiling and everyone else were all surprised because Le Zheng Qin did not finish his words.

"Subdue demons and monsters, and uphold justice."

This is the last sentence.

Le Zhengqin asked again: "Are you willing?"

Le Zheng Shui Ling looked up and understood from his expression that he had given her a choice and a chance. Le Zheng Shui Ling was moved and held back her tears as she replied loudly: "I, Le Zheng Shui Ling, am willing to carry on the aspirations of my ancestors and swear to protect the Le Zheng family with my flesh and blood. This oath is witnessed by heaven and earth!"

The voice of music director Shui Ling was firm and passionate, echoing in every corner of Zhuiyuan Pavilion, as if even the air was filled with a sense of solemnity and sacredness.

There was an unprecedented light shining in her eyes, which was an infinite longing for the family's future and a deep understanding of her own mission.

Upon hearing this, Le Zhengqin curled up a gratified smile. He nodded slightly, his eyes full of approval and expectation.

"Okay, I'll leave Le Zheng to you."

The clansmen around him kowtowed one after another, expressing their respect and loyalty to Le Zheng Shui Ling. At this moment, Le Zheng Shui Ling seemed to feel unprecedented strength, which was the support and trust from the family, and also felt unprecedented pressure, which was the burden on his shoulders.

The ceremony continued, and under the guidance of Le Zheng Qin, Le Zheng Shui Ling paid homage to the ancestor portraits and meritorious service steles in Zhuiyuan Pavilion one by one.

Finally, she returned to the empty portrait and monument of merit, and only then did Le Zheng Shuiling realize that they belonged to Le Zheng Xiaotian.

It should have been solemn and dignified, but when Le Zheng Shuiling thought that his senior brother was the reincarnation of Le Zheng Xiaotian, he actually felt a little funny and embarrassed.

"Awarding the license."

Le Zhengqin's shouting pulled her back, and Le Zheng Shuiling could only endure it.

It was brought over by Le Zhengfang himself. It was a token of trust belonging to the head of the Le Zheng family.

Le Zheng Qin held the exquisite token inlaid with gemstones in both hands and was about to give it to Le Zheng Shui Ling, but before her hand touched it, someone outside the door questioned: "Wait a minute. Although this is Le Zheng's family affair, the head of the family is an important link between the Taoist Alliance and the family. Let alone such a young Taoist who has no merit or virtue, it may be difficult to convince people. Has the head of the Qin family considered the consequences of acting on his own?"

Le Zheng Shuiling wanted to turn around to see who the other person was, but she gave up when she saw Le Zhengfang shaking his head slightly at her.

"Junior Le Zhengqin greets Master Li Ying."

"No need to be polite."

Li Ying responded with a proud look on his face and waved his hand. He was about to walk in but was stopped by Le Zhengqin.

"Master Li Ying, please stay. Zhuiyuan Pavilion is an important place in Lezheng. Even if you are a member of the Lezheng clan, you are not allowed to enter easily. I hope you can understand."

Li Ying retracted her raised foot, smiled slyly, and said, "Really? I thought Zhuiyuan Pavilion was just a place...a good place to cry."

He deliberately glanced at Le Zhengfang, and Le Zhengfang's eyes changed. He was actually quite touched by the spy work at this moment.

"Our ancestors were kind and took good care of the younger generation. If anyone was wronged, they would never tire of comforting him. Even if they were separated by a door, they would always make people feel at ease. This shows how kind our ancestors were."

"I see. I misunderstood. I'm sorry. I'm sorry."

"Damn it, these guys are coming over to cause trouble right now."

Le Zheng Shuiling pinched her dress and tried to control her emotions.

Le Zhengqin stepped forward, patted her head, and held the token in his hand.

"Thank you, Lord Li Ying, for your concern for me, Le Zhengzhi. Although Shui Ling is young, she is not young when it comes to being the head of a family."

Li Ying understood that he was alluding to the head of his own family, and he couldn't help but twist his hands behind his back.

"What Patriarch Qin said is true. Being young is one thing, but no one deserves a reward without merit. What do you think?"

Le Zhengqin was not to be outdone and replied: "Qin dare not speak nonsense about those who receive rewards without merit. At least there is one thing that no one else can do since the beginning of the Dao League, but she did it."

"Oh? I'd like to hear the details."

"Isn't it enough that I came back alive from the Black Forest?"

Li Ying was speechless for a moment, wondering how he could have forgotten this. He couldn't help but look at Le Zheng Shui Ling a few more times, "One of them is her? Le Zheng Shui Ling? No wonder she sounds familiar." Li Ying bowed and said with a smile: "I'm sorry, I'm sorry."

Le Zhengfang came over and whispered to Le Zhengqin: "How did he get in?"

Le Zhengqin looked at the people standing behind him with their backs to the enemy, all holding weapons. They were able to come to this position without anyone notifying them, so the outside world must have been controlled long ago. Le Zhengqin clenched his fists tighter. Others were also restrained, and no one could get up before the ceremony was over. Even Le Zheng Sihui was suppressed by Le Zheng Qingfeng.

"Award the license!"

Le Zhengqin could only continue shouting, returning to his previous position and holding the token symbolizing the head of the family in both hands.

Le Zheng Shui Ling raised her hand, and the token was about to be placed in her hand. Li Ying, who seemed to be strolling outside, casually said: "Strange, this token doesn't seem to be the Sun Candle, right?"

Le Zhengshuiling froze in place, gritting his teeth and cursing in his heart: "Damn it, what does this guy want to do? Stop me from becoming the head of the family? The Taoist Alliance didn't object to my being conferred the title, but they blocked me everywhere. It's obvious that they want me to embarrass myself in front of them. I really can't stand it anymore..."

"Then you have to endure it."

Mu Xin's instructions popped up in Le Zheng Shui Ling's mind, and she finally relaxed.