Return of the King, Dominating the City

Chapter 1740 - 1634: Palace Coup

Everything that happened here fell into the eyes of those around who were preparing to offer incense, or who had already done so, and many people’s eyes were filled with confusion.

Some felt that Song Kunlun was making false accusations, how could Song Ergou possibly have killed Mr. Song? While others were half-believing, half-doubting. Of course, there were also those who stood completely on Song Kunlun’s side. After all, Song Kunlun had been in charge within the Song Family for more than ten years, and he naturally had many loyal followers.

However, despite the doubts, those coming to offer incense continued without interruption.

After about an hour or so, all the members of the Song Family had finished offering incense.

The front of the urn was densely surrounded with incense, and the entire hall was almost enveloped in smoke.

After everyone had finished offering incense, Song Ergou left the hall with Ye Qingsi and Song Yun.

Subsequently, Song Ergou issued his first command as the Family Head of the Song Family.

All the heads of the Song Family were to convene in a hall behind the mourning hall for a meeting.

This meeting was mainly to discuss the future of the Song Family.

Of course, this was the official statement. Everyone knew that Song Kunlun was here to force the Song Family’s hand, and this meeting was the first battle between the two individuals.

The victor might not win everything, but would at least gain significant initiative.

There are many heads in the Song Family who manage numerous businesses. These are the elite within the Song Family, many of whom are top figures in society. The assets they control would certainly intimidate even the top ranks on the rich list.

The current situation of the Song Family is inseparable from the help of these heads. Although they don’t have as much power as the top leader, they are among the top tier within the Song Family.

Because of Mr. Song’s sudden passing, these people returned to the Song Family, making it much easier to gather them than before.

In just over half an hour, these heads arrived in the middle of the main hall.

The Song Family has a total of one hundred and eight heads.

Among these one hundred and eight people, there are both old and young, including people like Song Tieniu who are prominent figures within the Song Family.

Each of these people was arranged a seat, and it was fortunate that the Song Family’s main hall was large enough to accommodate them all.

Everyone was divided into six rows, with three rows on each side of the hall, and in the middle of the hall, there were a few chairs.

Once these heads had all arrived, Song Ergou entered the hall with Ye Qingsi, and all the heads stood up.

Song Ergou walked to the chair in the middle and sat down, with Ye Qingsi sitting next to him. Subsequently, Song Meifeng and Song Dong also entered the hall and sat beside Song Ergou, while Song Yun stood next to Song Ergou with Xia Tian and Qingluan.

In this place, Song Yun was also not allowed to sit.

Once everyone had settled, Song Kunlun appeared at the entrance of the hall with Song Mei Qin, Song Kunhu, and Song Dong.

The whole hall formed into three very distinct groups.

One was the group of one hundred and eight heads, who are responsible for handling matters inside the Song Family. Each of them holds considerable power, and the combined strength of the one hundred and eight people can even surpass that of the Family Head. Because if these one hundred and eight people suddenly stop working, the Song Family would suffer immensely, and the entire family would at least descend into paralysis.

However, Mr. Song was wise, and he thoroughly tied the interests of these one hundred and eight heads with those of the Song Family. The salaries of these one hundred and eight people are calculated based on performance, and the proportion given by the Song Family is very substantial, ensuring that only someone devoid of sense would leave.

Among those one hundred and eight heads, Song Tieniu is considered the leader, which is why he was once capable of contending with Song Kunlun. With the backing of these one hundred and eight people, Song Tieniu’s influence in the Song Family was no less than that of Song Kunlun or other leaders, and he is a capable and reliable leader who manages those one hundred and eight people effectively with unwavering loyalty.

These one hundred and eight people form a faction. While they don’t engage in too many internal affairs of the Song Family, they only focus on making money and getting things done. However, at certain times, they are capable of playing a role, like voting.

Then there is the faction of Song Ergou, representing the main branch, along with Song Meifeng and Song Chun.

This faction bears the greatest name, with one Family Head and two leaders, enough to dominate others completely. Besides, within the one hundred and eight heads, many belong to the branches, with Song Tieniu leading the charge.

From here, one can observe the significant position of Song Tieniu, and it is fortunate that he remains loyal. If Song Tieniu had sided with Song Kunlun, taking over the Song Family would be meaningless for Song Ergou.

Lastly, there is the faction of Song Kunlun.

Song Mei Qin, Song Dong, and Song Kunlun include two leaders and a Feudal Governor among them.

Of course, Song Mei Qin and Song Dong are somewhat nominal as leaders.

However, with the backing of Song Kunlun, the two were brimming with confidence.

Song Mei Qin fully exploited her acting skills, and upon entering the hall, she immediately started crying and wailing.

"Oh, my brother, you died so tragically!! Your body hadn’t even grown cold before being hurriedly cremated by those with ulterior motives. Now it’s impossible for us to know the true cause of your death. Brother, you died so tragically. Brother, my poor brother, your sister failed you, it’s your sister’s fault. Brother, once your sister captures those who harmed you, she’ll join you there!"

Song Mei Qin sat crying on the ground as if her relationship with Mr. Song was incredibly close.

Song Ergou sat in the central chair, letting Song Mei Qin wail without saying a word.

"Mom, stop crying."

Song Kunlun squatted down, helped Song Mei Qin up, and said, "Those who do harm will eventually be punished."

"Kunlun, you must avenge your uncle, capture those who harmed your uncle. Don’t let some villains take charge, or the future of our Song Family will be bleak!" Song Mei Qin cried.

"I know, Mom!" Song Kunlun nodded, signaling Song Kunhu to help support Song Mei Qin. Then, Song Kunlun took a few steps forward, stopped near the center of the hall, looked at Song Ergou, and said, "Ergou, since all the heads are here, shouldn’t we make things clear today?"

"I’m curious, what do you want to clarify?" Song Ergou replied.

"Naturally, the true cause of my uncle Mr. Song’s death!" Song Kunlun said, "Why did my uncle, who was fine before, suddenly die so mysteriously? What’s the real cause of death?"

"The doctors have already examined and confirmed it as natural death due to aging." Song Ergou said, "I have a certificate from the hospital here."

"Natural death? I doubt that’s the case. Now let me ask you, Ergou, what do you think about what my mom said? My mom mentioned that Mr. Song was actually covertly coerced by you!" Song Kunlun continued.

"Nonsense."