Chapter 474: Atonement

Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation

The disgraceful matters of the Gu family were exposed in front of so many people, and Gu Hongkangs face didnt look too good. He glared at his son and w.a.n.g s.h.i.+ with irritation.

Then, he tried to reason with Gu Qingluan, In the past, the Gu family owed you, although its a bit late to say this, but I still want to apologize to you, Qingluan. We cant change the past, but we should focus on the present and the future. Your father has made mistakes, and we can make him change. Carrying the label of patricide wouldnt be in your best interest, nor would it benefit your son, would it?

Gu Zhicheng furrowed his brow and suppressed the urge to argue.

His survival depended on his father, and if he ruined his fathers plans, he would be the one in trouble.

Gu Qingluan looked coldly at them and replied, We can discuss other matters, but theres no room for negotiation on this issue.

You Gu Hongkang didnt expect that he had calmly tried to persuade her, and she didnt show him any respect. He almost lost his temper.

Gu Zhicheng couldnt help but speak up, Do you really want my life? Dont be too arrogant! Do you think n.o.body can control you?

Gu Qingluan disdainfully glanced at him and then turned to Gu Hongkang, Old Master, even if the Gu family were to lose its current Patriarch, the position is easily replaceable. Are you sure you want to put the Gu family in jeopardy for him?

Gu Zhicheng was infuriated by her gaze. Dont think you can threaten my father! The Gu family has centuries of heritage. Do you really believe you can disrupt it? Father, shes so stubborn. Why waste words on her? Give her a lesson, and lets see if she dares to be arrogant again!

Gu Hongkang was on the verge of tears because of his sons stupidity.

This fool, if the Gu family could handle Gu Qingluan, why should he waste so many words on her?

Couldnt he understand this by now?

At this point, Gu Hongkang stood still and remained silent with a deep, contemplative look.

Suddenly, Gu Zhicheng had a foreboding feeling.

Could it be that his father was considering Gu Qingluans proposal?

He hurriedly said, Father, I am a Saint, the head of the Gu family! How many people in the world can become Saints? I am in the prime of my life, and my future achievements are limitless. I will lead the Gu family to unprecedented glory!

Indeed, his son becoming a Saint before him was a cause for celebration.

If it werent for Gu Qingluans interference, Gu Hongkang would have been overjoyed upon his return.

However, Gu Qingluan

A complex, inscrutable light flickered in Gu Hongkangs eyes.

Ignoring Gu Qingluans personal strength, just considering the backing behind her, the Gu family couldnt compare.

After a long while, Gu Hongkang spoke, Killing him doesnt solve much. Its better to let him live and atone for his actions. You wont have to carry the label of patricide, and youll avoid unnecessary trouble.

Gu Zhicheng breathed a sigh of relief. After all, his father wouldnt harm him.

Gu Qingluans eyes flickered, and she asked slowly, Atonement? How will he atone?

I will strip him of his cultivation, and hell spend every day in the ancestral hall, burning incense and kneeling, confessing his sins to your mother. What do you think about that?

Dad? Gu Zhicheng, who had just lowered his guard, immediately tensed up, staring at his father in disbelief.

Strip his cultivation?

Had his father gone mad?

He was a Saint!

One of the top figures in Cloud Plains Continent.

Gu Qingluan glanced at Gu Zhicheng, who looked as if he had swallowed a fly, and chuckled lightly, Well, thats one way to do it. I can agree with that. Please, Old Master, go ahead.

A Saints lifespan was several times longer than that of an ordinary person.

Making him fall from the heights of the cultivation world to the lowest point would indeed be more painful than death.

Without his cultivation, Gu Zhicheng wouldnt be able to make waves.

With his father closely watching, even if he had the Gu family as a backing, he wouldnt be able to make any underhanded moves anymore.

Then, he would have to repent daily in the ancestral hall.

If her mother learned about this from the afterlife, she should find solace in this.

Gu Zhicheng couldnt contain his anger any longer and shouted, Gu Qingluan, shut up!

Quiet! Zhicheng, youve created your own troubles; you must bear the consequences. Dont remain stubborn! Gu Hongkang sternly remarked and then walked away with a solemn expression..