Chapter 7

Well, this guy is really a weirdo. What's he up to? Is he just making things worse? Just look at how dissatisfied Mom is. If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all. This is just causing trouble, it's really frustrating.

No one could respond to such a statement. How could they continue? Whatever they said would be wrong. So after that idiot spoke, seeing no one could say anything, he became even more smug, as if he was something great.

In the end, it was Mom who spoke, clearly afraid. Seeing the idiot's expression, it seemed he was about to say more, but she couldn't let him spout nonsense, "Hehe, Pangu Chen, what you said makes some sense, but after all, your sister is of the main line. It's reasonable. As for the resources the main line should enjoy, I'm sure they will be provided to you soon. Hehe, the engagement still needs to be set."

The idiot's words were ignored, and Mom was firmly emphasizing the main line status. However, Pangu Chen's goal wasn't just that, so he said, "There's also the family's ancestral rule, which states that if the main line is not worth the resources to cultivate, they can be marginalized. If the marginalized offspring are dissatisfied, they can choose to split off, losing their main line status and forming their own branch."

At this point, everyone understood. This kid seemed to be planning to split off and abandon his main line status, which would mean giving up the future right to inherit the Pangu Clan. What a bold move, making everyone look at him with new respect.

Mom frowned slightly, "Pangu Chen, you're still young. Don't act on impulse. Once you make a decision, there's no going back. Think carefully. Also, you can only decide for yourself."

It seemed like she was pitying Pangu Chen, but in reality, she was forcing others to take a stance. Her intentions were heavy and ruthless, clearly aiming to eliminate Pangu Chen and his siblings.

The second brother, Pangu Xing, was very straightforward, "I agree with what my third brother said. We will split off and abandon our main line status."

The elder sister, Pangu Yu, added, "I also agree to split off and abandon my main line status."

The stepmother then said calmly, "I will follow my children and agree to the split."

After the four made their decision, Pangu Chen continued, "The ancestral rule states that if the main line splits off, they gain complete autonomy and the right to refuse unreasonable arrangements by the family. If the split is due to differing opinions, the family cannot harm them for any reason and must protect them."

Everyone knew that these four were now beyond their control. Being of the main line and splitting off voluntarily, the family would have to provide some resources. The meeting was over.

Mom sighed, "Oh, I didn't expect it to come to this. If I had known, I wouldn't have arranged the engagements for those two girls so early. Choosing one of them wouldn't have led to this."

The wise ones didn't show any reaction, inwardly despising her. Now she was saying such cold words, what was the point? They were about to leave, was she mocking or celebrating? How hypocritical.

Pangu Chen openly despised her, feeling elated. Finally, he was free from the misery. In the future, the sky would be the limit for birds to fly, and the sea would be vast for fish to swim. Without any restrictions, he could start his journey of plagiarism.

If you ask Pangu Chen if he felt guilty about plagiarizing, the answer is no. He despised those who claimed to feel guilty while plagiarizing. Why bother? In a new world, no one would know.

Pangu Chen also despised those who always wanted to create something new. What a joke. If they had the ability, the original world wouldn't have been so miserable. Just being reborn, does that mean their intelligence suddenly skyrockets? Nonsense.

Pangu Chen's thoughts were straightforward: plagiarize, plagiarize, and plagiarize. If there's nothing left to plagiarize, then focus on cultivation. Strength is the ultimate power. Becoming the ruler of the world through strength is the foundation. Besides, with the knowledge from his past life, when would he run out of things to plagiarize? It's a baseless worry.

As they were about to leave, Pangu Chen and his siblings looked at their father, Pangu Yu. They might never see him again, or if they did, it might be as enemies, even to the death.

No matter what, he was their father, and he had been very loving when they were young. But something changed, and no one knew what. Perhaps their mother knew, but she wouldn't say. Their father knew, but they couldn't ask. They rarely saw him, and even in such situations, they couldn't ask.

In the past, Pangu Chen always thought his father had his reasons, and his sister and brother felt the same. Though they were sad, they endured, hoping not to cause trouble for their father.

But today, their father didn't say a single word, which was very disheartening. If Pangu Yu really married a fool, what would her future be like? Who would she rely on? Thinking about such an outcome, Pangu Chen couldn't accept it.

What could have happened to make his father act this way? It was about his sister Pangu Yu's lifelong happiness. If it was ruined, there would be no chance to redo it. Even if they regretted it, it would be too late. Wasn't this enough to say something?

As a family member, Pangu Chen felt the same. In many novels from his past life, there were similar stories of breaking engagements, but the main character was usually the fool who suddenly became powerful and mocked those who had rejected them.

Pangu Chen found it satisfying, but it was because it didn't involve him. Now, as a close relative on the other side, he truly felt the anger and disgust.

Pangu Chen's heart was complex. He was reborn, and he wondered if someone else might also be reborn. Though the possibility was small, it wasn't impossible. Should he eliminate the fool, even though he was already pitiful?

Fool, fool, living is painful, better to die. Sigh, what am I thinking? Even if the fool suddenly got better, it would be better if he stayed out of it. If he dared to show up, he would be eliminated.

Until the stepmother led Pangu Chen and his siblings away, their father, Pangu Yu, didn't say a word, as if it had nothing to do with him. Pangu Chen and his siblings' hearts grew cold. Even if Pangu Yu regretted it in the future, they wouldn't forgive him. The opportunity was given, but it brought disappointment.

Pangu Chen looked back at this familiar yet strange place, silently vowing to uncover the truth of today. When he reached the top, he would look down on everyone, and those who followed him would prosper, while those who opposed him would perish.

Pangu Chen didn't realize that someone was watching him from a distance. The person's eyes flashed with insight, especially when Pangu Chen turned back, and his young eyes showed a fierce determination. The person's eyes narrowed, and he whispered, "What a young man with the potential of a tyrant. I look forward to seeing him grow. It seems the plan needs to be accelerated."

Pangu Chen didn't know someone was secretly watching him, nor did he realize how strong the person's perception was. The future was unpredictable, and being born into such a prominent family, his life was destined to be extraordinary.

Back at their small home, the stepmother and Pangu Chen's siblings sat down. Since they had decided to split off, they needed to plan their next move. They couldn't just wander the streets or roam the world.

Pangu Chen had a plan, but it wasn't the right time to speak. At ten years old, he felt his words lacked persuasiveness, but the other three didn't think so.

Pangu Yu, in front of her closest family, couldn't hide her sorrow, "Wah, it's all my fault, I've caused everyone trouble. I really don't want to marry a fool."

The stepmother gently hugged Pangu Yu, "Don't say that. You're my daughter, how could I let you jump into a fire? I agree with Pangu Chen's decision. Here, we are only suppressed. Splitting off is better."

The second brother, Pangu Xing, rarely spoke softly, but his voice was stiff, "Sister, don't think too much. A fool has no right to marry you. I wish I could just kill that guy. We are the closest people in the world, and we should support you."

Pangu Chen said with disdain, "What have we gained in this family? Sister, do you forget what happened when we were young? If you hadn't protected us, my brother and I would have been dead long ago. Splitting off is the best choice. Otherwise, who knows what other sinister plans they have for us."

Pangu Xing was still angry, "What my third brother said is true. Sister, splitting off is good. I don't remember everything from when we were young, but even the fragments in my mind show how dangerous it was. Many times, if my third brother hadn't suddenly cried and caused a fuss, my brother and I might have been worse off."

The stepmother looked at Pangu Chen and said softly, "Xiao Chen, you're smart. Where should we go? If it doesn't work out, we can go to my family. I'm sure my father will treat us well."

The stepmother was right, and her father was indeed good to Pangu Chen and his siblings. If they went back, they would be well taken care of, but Pangu Chen didn't want to, not just for himself, but for everyone. Living under someone else's roof was not ideal.

Before Pangu Chen could speak, Pangu Xing said, "We're not that young anymore. We don't need to go to Grandpa. We can live on our own. Grandpa is good, but I don't want to live under someone else's roof and be looked down upon."

Pangu Chen felt the same way. He didn't want to go to Grandpa's, as it wasn't just Grandpa. If they went, conflicts might arise with others, making it difficult for their mother and even Grandpa. Why go through that?

Pangu Chen nodded, "I agree with my second brother. I don't want to live under someone else's roof. As the main line, we will receive some resources when we split off. Though not much, it will be enough for us to live. My suggestion is to go to Hong Kong."

The stepmother, sister, and brother all looked at Pangu Chen, their eyes full of questions.