novelraw Chapter 1394 1392: Before Defeating Others, You Must Defeat Yourself!
Chapter 1394 1392: Before Defeating Others, You Must Defeat Yourself!
After hearing this, Zhu Sui did not show a surprised or shocked expression. His face remained as calm as still water, without a trace of emotion.
It seemed.
He had long anticipated this day would come, which is why he could remain so calm and composed.
So.
When this matter happened just as he had thought, he showed no sign of panic, no breakdown or rage.
He remained as calm as Zhu Sui usually did.
On ordinary days, he also carried this unhurried demeanor, as if nothing could pique his interest or excite him.
Zhu Qilue used to not understand this demeanor of his father, until he later learned that the power of the Fire Clan was in the hands of High Priest Gong Wenya, he finally understood.
Even if his father were anxious, it would be of no use, as his position as Clan Leader had been hollowed out, and no one would listen to him.
If Gong Wenya disagreed, his father couldn't accomplish anything.
So gradually, he developed this current state, neither hurried nor slow, always harboring his feelings deep inside without letting anyone know.
But now, with imminent danger upon them and the Zhu Family on the verge of extinction, Zhu Sui still had this same demeanor, infuriating Zhu Qilue, igniting a burning rage within him, a nameless fire that flared up fiercely.
"Father! Are you just going to sit here and wait for death?! You've endured for hundreds of years, are you still going to endure?" Zhu Qilue gritted his teeth, trembling with excitement, his face flushed with veins bulging.
Zhu Ruoling, on the side, dared not interject; it was her first time seeing her brother show such an expression towards their father, and she was terrified.
Zhu Sui still remained silent, took a deep breath, furrowed his brow, and slowly sat down.
Seeing Zhu Sui like this further fueled Zhu Qilue's anger, dragging his injured body, he took a few steps to stand in front of Zhu Sui.
"Father, now that Gong Wenya and Xu Tianrui are trapped beneath the Fire Clan's prison, their fate unknown. If you step up now, you might regain the Fire Clan's power and reclaim what was stolen before!"
"What?!"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Sui finally showed an expression on his face, eyes widening in surprise.
"What did you say?! What happened to Gong Wenya and Xu Tianrui?"
"The Fire Clan's prison collapsed. Both of them were trapped underneath. It was... it was Lin Fan who held back Gong Wenya, allowing us to escape." Zhu Qilue paused, feeling immense pain in his heart. Although neither Gong Wenya nor Xu Tianrui made it out, Lin Fan's life was lost.
"This... this..." Zhu Sui was momentarily speechless, not knowing what to say. This news was incredibly shocking; it was beyond his expectations!
He had thought that once Gong Wenya gave the order, with his power, he could quickly uproot the entire Zhu Family.
Then.
There would no longer be any Zhu Family members in the entire Fire Clan, and even in the entire Five Elements Realm.
The Zhu Family would be like a pencil on white paper, completely erased and vanished without a trace.
But unexpectedly.
Gong Wenya was trapped under the prison, leaving them leaderless!
This was indeed a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for him.
However.
Long-term endurance had worn down Zhu Sui's ferocity, extinguishing his fire for revenge.
Although he didn't want to admit it, when he first saw Lin Fan, he didn't feel he was the Zhu Family's savior but rather a trouble.
Or perhaps.
Maintaining the status quo made him feel more at ease than actively seeking change.
He no longer desired to reclaim the power that should have been his but instead wished for a quiet corner, no longer involving himself in worldly affairs.
Indeed, tranquility can be captivating.
It can make people lose their motivation, their passion, and even fall into ruin.
"Qilue, I've aged."
Zhu Sui furrowed his brow, pondered for a long while, and finally sighed, uttering five words.
Upon hearing these five words, Zhu Qilue's heart sank.
His father's endurance ultimately destroyed him!
Not everyone can maintain their initial belief and persevere to the end.
Along the way, countless obstacles, setbacks, temptations, and confusions will be encountered; only by overcoming all these can one achieve what they desire.
One must conquer oneself before conquering others.
Zhu Sui was not crushed by Gong Wenya but rather fell at his own hands.
"Father!"
Zhu Qilue was so anxious that he didn't know what to say; if even his father lost his fighting spirit, how could they contend with Gong Wenya's subordinates?!
He could only shout anxiously, trying to awaken Zhu Sui's lost spirit.
But Zhu Sui sat there in a daze, staring blankly ahead, his eyes vacant like a statue with its soul removed.
"Did you hear that? It sounded like it came from the room."
"Really? I didn't hear anything."
"Could it be that Zhu Sui has gone mad, knowing he's about to die."
"Should we check inside?"
At this point.
The two Chi Yun soldiers guarding outside seemed to hear Zhu Qilue's voice and started talking.
Zhu Qilue, Zhu Ruoling, and Zhu Sui were startled.
They couldn't let the Chi Yun soldiers discover Zhu Qilue and Zhu Ruoling there, or else they would take immediate action. The Chi Yun soldiers were likely searching the entire city for Zhu Qilue and Zhu Ruoling, and once all Zhu family members were found, they would act directly.
"Brother... what should we do?"
"Don't panic, these people likely won't dare to come in. After all, Father is still the Clan Leader of the Fire Clan. If Gong Wenya really dared, he might anger the masses. The Fire Clan isn't his alone after all."
Just as Zhu Qilue was speaking.
The sound of hurried footsteps came from outside and finally stopped at the door.
"What are you two mumbling about?!"
A roar like thunder exploded outside the door!
If the conversation between the two Chi Yun soldiers earlier only made the three somewhat nervous, this thunderous voice directly shocked them.
The speaker was Lu Bai, one of the Five Great Elders under Gong Wenya!
This person was ruthless and vicious, known for annihilating a whole family for Gong Wenya, leaving no survivors overnight, regardless of age!
Moreover.
Nearly a thousand bodies were neatly lined up in the center of Chi Yan City, for all the citizens to see clearly.
Signifying the consequences of provoking or opposing Gong Wenya!
The two whispering soldiers were so frightened they didn't dare to make a sound, likely having their souls scared out of them.
"Alright, why are you venting at two small soldiers, the main task now is to confirm if Zhu Sui is still inside."
The three were even more shocked!
Not only Lu Bai was outside, but another Great Elder, Xiao Qiwen, was there too!
This person was cunning and devious, full of schemes, making it impossible for anyone to guess his next move. He always hid a dagger in his sleeve, ready to strike the heart at any moment.
For the sake of success, he was willing to try any means, truly stopping at nothing!
Now that these two were outside the door, how could Zhu Sui, Zhu Qilue, and Zhu Ruoling not panic!
If caught by these two, it would surely spell doom.