470: abdicate and hand over power to a more capable person

However, there was one thing that surprised Su Hao greatly, so he asked the midwife beside him:

"Why are neither of these two children crying or making a fuss?"

Having delivered countless babies, the midwife hurriedly replied, "Some children are simply Innate geniuses; there is no need for the Family Head to be surprised. This is a normal phenomenon."

Su Hao waved his hand to signal her to leave, and the midwife hurriedly bowed and left the courtyard.

The midwife also knew the gravity of the situation, so she neither asked nor listened, doing only what she was told.

He looked back at the woman on the bed. Although her face showed some weakness, her condition was actually very good. Giving birth was not as painful for practitioners of the Dao, and after giving birth, one could use Heaven And Earth Treasure to replenish energy.

Looking at the two children, Ye Qianqian said with some worry, "Family Head, Su Lan has such strong Aptitude, but Su Chen is so mediocre. Will he have an unbalanced mindset in the future?"

Su Lan was the name of the Immortal Emperor Yue Ling, while Su Chen remained the same as before.

Upon hearing this, Su Hao fell silent. It was his first time being a father, and he didn't quite know how to handle such a situation.

He really wanted to be a competent father, but since the child was born, he had already received unfair treatment, leaving him unsure of how to proceed.

"Sigh, we can only take it one step at a time."

Su Hao looked at Su Chen. Seeing that Su Chen was also looking at him, a smile immediately appeared on his face:

"However, it doesn't matter. A Cultivator's path is not decided solely by Aptitude. Throughout history, many terrifying powerhouses have risen from humble beginnings. Our Chener is so lively and intelligent, he surely won't be too mediocre in the future."

Ye Qianqian also nodded: "Certainly."

On the side, Su Lan looked very self-reproachful. Although she couldn't speak now, her eyes were filled with affection as she looked at Su Chen.

Sigh!

It's all my fault.

If it weren't for me, my brother wouldn't be in this situation.

Su Chen was speechless watching this scene. What kind of looks are you all giving me?

He turned his head to look at the baby girl beside him.

And you!

Your expression is too lively, isn't it?

He hadn't noticed it before, but looking at it now, her eyes were full of intelligence and liveliness; she didn't look like a newborn baby at all.

Although some Prodigies are exceptionally intelligent, they wouldn't be this smart, with such an active mind right after birth.

Could she be someone who underwent Possession and Rebirth?

That's unlikely; if there was a Possession and Rebirth, I would surely know.

Forget it, forget it.

It doesn't matter anyway.

Anyway, he was content to just be a good-for-nothing; he didn't want to care about anything else. Back when he was in the womb, he had heard many comments from his parents in this life.

This Su Family seemed to have decent strength, at least enough for him to be a playboy.

After leaving the room, Su Hao explained the situation to Su Yunfeng, who shook his head helplessly.

"Some things cannot be forced. Having one Genius is enough. As for Su Chen, just treat him a bit better."

"Although our Su Family is not weak, we are not strong either. If there were truly two Chaos Physique, I'm afraid we wouldn't be able to provide for them."

Su Hao shook his head and smiled, saying, "Old Ancestor, I understand."

Su Yunfeng didn't continue to comfort him. With a grave expression, he said, "Do not tell anyone about these two children, not even others within the Su Family."

Hearing this, Su Hao's expression also became grave.

Su Yunfeng continued, "Your lineage as the Family Head has become increasingly weak over the years. Other branches want to replace you. If they were to know of Su Lan's Aptitude, they would surely destroy her at all costs before she could grow up."

After all, the Su Family is a large clan, so naturally, there are internal struggles.

For such a large Family, there is simply no such thing as Family bonds; there is only their own self-interest. Su Yunfeng had seen these things often, so when he said this, there was not a hint of anger.

Su Hao clenched his fists. His Aptitude was not particularly good, and the reason he was able to become the Family Head in the first place was because he was skilled at management.

He managed the Family in an orderly manner, which is why many people supported him.

However, although his Realm remained stagnant and he was unable to make a Breakthrough from the half-step Profound Immortal Realm, the number of people supporting him became fewer and fewer.

"You have two choices now: either voluntarily abdicate and yield to the worthy, or I can protect your position as Family Head."

"Rest assured, even if you are no longer the Family Head, Su Lan's resources will not be lacking. I still have many things on me that are enough for that girl, Lan'er, to use."

This...

Su Hao's expression changed upon hearing this.

Since these words were spoken, the Old Ancestor basically hoped that he would abdicate and yield to the worthy.

Of course, this was indeed the best choice.

If he continued to be the Family Head, it would only exacerbate the internal strife of the Family and would be detrimental to Su Lan's growth. Therefore, for the sake of the Family and Su Lan, voluntarily stepping down from the position of Family Head was the best choice.

Su Hao sighed helplessly and cupped his hands, saying, "Old Ancestor, I know what to do."

Su Yunfeng stepped forward and patted his shoulder twice:

"You don't need to be sad. Su Lan has the Chaos Physique. When she grows up in the future, will you, as her father, be any worse off?"

"Giving up small current gains to exchange for a better living space for your child is a good thing."

Su Hao nodded; this was indeed the best choice.

After thinking it through, he no longer hesitated and immediately called all the high-level members of the Su Family to the council hall.

Currently, the strongest branch in the Su Family was the Grand Elder's, and his strength was also the greatest. If Su Hao were to abdicate, he would be the undisputed best choice.

There were quite a few high-level members in the Su Family, nearly a hundred in total, among whom the twenty-three Elders of the Su Family were the leaders.

Among these twenty-three Elders, the leader was the Grand Elder.

After Su Hao arrived, everyone stood up one after another and bowed to him, saying, "Greetings, Family Head!"

Su Hao waved his hand. Without any nonsense, he went straight to the point:

"Everyone, sit."

"I called you all here today actually for one thing. Many people in the Su Family have been saying that my strength hasn't even reached the Profound Immortal Realm, so I am no longer qualified to be the Family Head."

The crowd frowned slightly. Is he preparing to hold us accountable?

The Grand Elder immediately stood up and said with a serious expression, "Such treasonous remarks deserve death. I suggest a thorough investigation into this matter."

He certainly hadn't done this; he wasn't that stupid.

Although he wanted to be the Family Head, he also didn't want the internal strife to be too severe, so when competing for the position of Family Head, he acted relatively mildly and would not directly erupt into conflict.

Su Hao waved his hand and looked over with a smile: "Actually, I have thought a lot. The Grand Elder's strength is above mine, and his talent is also stronger than mine. It is truly indisputable that he should be the Family Head."

The Grand Elder looked at Su Hao with some confusion, not knowing what Su Hao really wanted to do.

However, Su Hao's next sentence immediately plunged the hall into deathly silence.

"Therefore, I, the Family Head, have decided to abdicate and yield to the worthy, recommending the Grand Elder to be the master of this Su Family. What do you all think?"