Chen Hu glanced at Ge Qingpo and said indifferently: "Things that can be solved with money are not a problem. Besides, compared with your second uncle's life, what is a mere little money and food?"

Ge Qingpo coughed dryly and laughed: "Uncle Second is a strong person. If he knew that his family had spent so much money on this, he would definitely not agree. Moreover...Uncle Second is already old."

At the end of the day, Ge Qingpo sighed.

Chen Hu looked at Ge Qingpo, and a trace of disgust flashed through his eyes.

In this last sentence, the second uncle is already old, revealing Ge Qingpo’s true thoughts and expressing his great dissatisfaction with the matter.

After the assassination broke out, whether it was successful or failed, Ge Hong's tone was finally discharged. Without this tone, Ge Hong's entire spirit suddenly collapsed.

After so many things happened in a row, the Ge family was already in a turmoil. Now that Ge Hong, the parent who presided over the family affairs, the entire Ge family suddenly fell into great chaos.

Under such circumstances, Ge Hong's eldest brother Ge Tao returned to his family and temporarily presided over the family affairs and acted as the acting patriarch.

Chen Hu used the money to atone for his sins, and for this he also owed Lu Zhongxun a favor.

When the matter was done, Ge Qingpo not only did not thank him, but was dissatisfied. How could Chen Hu not be angry?

Chen Hu knew what Ge Qingpo meant. Ge Hong, an old man who was about to be buried, had to pay one million yuan in each of his family for him, and his total value was nearly three million taels of silver. This was undoubtedly a huge sum of money for Ge, and half of the family's wealth was gone.

The current Ge family has the highest professional career, seniority and qualifications. He is the eldest son of the previous clan leader and the half-brother of Ge Hong, but he is a concubine. Although Ge Qingpo's father died early, he is the younger brother of Ge Hong, the older brother of Ge Hong, and the older brother of his father and mother.

Ge Hong is a son. With Ge Qingfeng's death, his branch is considered a successor.

Therefore, in terms of blood relationship, Ge Qingpo, the heir to the next generation of Ge clan leader, is the first candidate.

Ge Qingpo felt that paying such a great price for Ge Hong, who had no value, was not worth it. Moreover, this matter was done by Chen Hu and Ge Tao. When Ge Qingpo knew about this matter, it was not an agreement, but a notification that the matter had been completed and you would do it.

As the next heir to the patriarch, Ge Qingpo felt despised and ignored, so he was extremely dissatisfied.

Chen Hu said: "Qingpo, what do you think is the most important thing as a patriarch?"

Ge Qingpo was slightly stunned. Unexpectedly, Chen Hu suddenly asked this question, but he immediately replied: "Ability, vision, means, and..."

Before Ge Qingpo finished speaking, Chen Hu had already started to laugh.

"Are you wrong with me?"

Ge Qingpo said with some displeasure.

"In terms of ability, vision and means, there are many people in the Ge family who are stronger than you. Just your two younger brothers, which one is not stronger than you?"

Chen Hu said indifferently: "Why can you be the patriarch? No one can be the leader?"

After hearing Chen Hu's words, Ge Qingpo remained silent.

Chen Hu continued: "Because you are a legitimate child, they are not."

"As the patriarch of a family, the abilities, vision, and means you mentioned are not the most important, the rules and reputation."

"In your opinion, your second uncle is already old and doesn't have much time to live. It is not worth spending such a huge amount of money and food for him. But have you ever thought that he is your second uncle, the old patriarch of the family for decades, and your closest relative. For you, such an important person, you can ignore his life and death. What will the clan members think, and what will other aristocratic families think?"

"and...."

Chen Hu finally said: "Although you are the oldest among the direct line, your two younger brothers are also legitimate, and they are better than you in all aspects. If you perform poorly and they perform well..."

Hearing this, Ge Qingpo's face suddenly changed.

Chen Hu is warning himself that although you are the eldest son of the second generation of the Ge family, it is not the only choice. Your two younger brothers are also legitimate. The old patriarch Ge Hong has become like this now. In fact, it is the best opportunity to show himself. Whether you want to or not, you have to do it. If you don’t, wait until your two younger brothers do it, what kind of situation will happen then?

You, Ge Qingpo, are not good to the old patriarch, are ruthless and unrighteous, have a loss of virtue and fame. If your two younger brothers do well, they are affectionate and righteous. At that time, if most people don’t accept you, you, the patriarch, will you still be successful?

After understanding this truth, Ge Qingpo's face suddenly felt sweat.

The patriarch of a family represents the face of the entire family. No matter how unwilling you are, you must pretend to be kind and righteous.

Chen Hu asked, "Tell me the truth, how is Ge Hong's health?"

Ge Qingpo looked at Chen Hu, hesitated for a moment, and then whispered: "Uncle Second is probably not going to be able to live this year."

"So soon?"

Chen Hu looked a little dazed.

When he was young, he had a very good relationship. He was a kind of guy who could talk about everything and say anything. However, later, Chen Hu went to the local area to be an official, while Ge Hong stayed in Fengjing. His different political experiences led to a qualitative change in their concepts.

The truth is different and we don’t plan for each other.

Since middle age, my former good friends have gradually become distant.

Ge Qingpo didn't hear it clearly: "Mr. Chen, what are you talking about?"

Chen Hu shook his head: "Show your kindness and righteousness to everyone. Be a good patriarch and don't insult the reputation of the ancestors of the Ge family."

Chen Hu said something from the heart.

Ge Qingpo nodded and said sincerely: "I will remember Mr. Chen's words in my heart. After I go back, I will raise money and food immediately and send it to the palace within three days."

After saying this, Ge Qingpo bowed and turned around and left. He had already worshipped You Yuanfeng and could leave home.

Wang Laozhi and Lu Zhongxun came over at this time.

"Mr. Chen, what did you say to Ge Qingpo? It's been so long."

Wang Laozhi asked curiously.

Chen Hu shook his head and sighed: "The Ge family has declined."

Afterwards, Chen Hu talked about what had just been talking to Wang Laozhi and Lu Zhongxun.

"Ge Hong is also my best friend. If you have any difficulties in the Ge family in the future, for my sake, please help me if you can!"

Lu Zhongxun nodded, as if he agreed, which was somewhat beyond Wang Laozhi's expectations.
Chapter completed!