Chapter 899 Enlightenment

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Lin Shuimo sat in the living room downstairs and waited.

The space of this mansion, which was built more than a hundred meters high, wasn't too tight. The upper and lower floors, the first floor, was a place where the War God King would normally receive guests. The layout was simple and magnificent.

The pure black walls shone with a metallic luster. The decorations in every corner were deep and solemn. There was not the slightest bit of light. Lin Shuimo's seat was close to the center of the hall. Less than three meters in front of her was a pure black staircase.

There were nine floors up the stairs. They were more than a meter above the ground. At the end of the stairs was a huge platform. On the platform was also a huge pure black leather sofa. That was the location of the War God King.

Normally, countless high-ranking officials walked into this hall. Those who had requests and fears, they accompanied each other with smiling faces and waited for the side-by-side king or the War God King to receive them.

The royal family's prince sat on the leather sofa, calmly and indifferently looking down on them.

No one felt unwell.

The royal family had been in the empire for more than 20 years, and it was no longer the empire for more than 20 years. It seemed that everyone was accustomed to their arrogance. Regardless of whether it was high officials or extremely wealthy people, they were also accustomed to sitting here and looking up at the royal family's powerful figures sitting above them.

Very few people feel humiliated.

For many people in the Divine Continent Empire, it was an honor to be able to sit here, even if they were to look up at the royal family's prince, and even if they could only see the legs and feet of the War God King or the King next to them.

As long as he could obtain the support of his master here, he would have the possibility of ascending to the heavens in a single step. Who would care about anything else?

Lin Shuimo had never cared about this before.

This was not her first time in the black hall, With the advancement of the Lin Clan in Nine Continents City, she had truly become one with the younger generation of the royal family. She had visited this place more than once, which symbolized the imperial family's supreme power in the Divine Continent Empire. However, this was the first time Lin Shuimo felt that this hall was so terrifying.

This one is usually different.

Normally, she had never been here alone. She was surrounded by the most promising youngsters of the next generation of the royal family. Everyone laughed and cursed, invisibly diluting the atmosphere here.

But only today, when she sat here alone, did she discover the original appearance of this hall.

It was the same feeling that all the officials who had asked for something and feared it felt when they looked at the hall while waiting for their summons.

It was endless gloominess and majesty. The black tone was so oppressive that one couldn't breathe at all.

Only after a thorough understanding would one understand what the War God Palace meant to the entire Divine Continent Empire, and how much power was gathered here.

Lin Shuimo's interest in politics had always been low, but after this period of mending, she finally understood what kind of power the Imperial War God King held.

What made her interested in politics was not that Lin Congjun had been righted in the Development Committee, but all of this was because of Lin Xuanyuan.

Because...

Her cousin!

A cousin who was related to her by blood.

Apart from a very small number of people, Lin Shuimo was one of the first people to know Lin Xuanyuan's background, so the feeling in her heart was exceptionally complicated.

For the entire Lin Clan in Nine Continents City, she knew the truth, knew how much Lin Xuanyuan hated them, and knew how much Lin Xuanyuan respected the Lin Clan in the Northeast.

All of this was because of the choice he made back then.

The choice had nothing to do with right or wrong, and the same thing had happened back then.

In everyone's hearts, Lin Huaiyu might have been a bit cold-blooded when he gave up his own daughter. This had caused him to bear a lot of infamy over the years. The Lin Clan in Nine Continents City had been constantly lonely in recent years, and the remnants of the northern faction were not cold or warm towards their former leader. This was mostly due to Lin Huaiyu's choice back then.

A cold-blooded person who could give up his own daughter, who would dare to treat him as his spiritual leader?

But even so, no one could say that Lin Huaiyu was wrong. Logically, he was wrong in terms of kinship, but in reality, his choice had saved the Lin Clan in Nine Continents City. Even though the clan had deteriorated day by day in recent years, it still existed. All of this was because of Lin Huaiyu's choice back then.

Lin Congjun's decision back then was correct in terms of logic and familial affection, but logically speaking, everyone felt that he was stupid. He had completely offended the southwest faction because of his sister's breakup with the clan, and had even lost everything. He was seriously injured. What was not stupid?

However, no one was willing to say that Lin Congjun had done something wrong.

When mentioning Lin Huaiyu and Lin Congjun as father and son, people would say that Lin Huaiyu was cold-blooded and said that Lin Congjun was an idiot, but no one would easily judge their right and wrong.

It's just different choices.

But there was one thing Lin Shuimo was sure about.

Many years ago, when her third uncle Lin broke with the clan, he might not have been so carefree.

Years ago, when her grandfather, Lin Huaiyu, gave up on her aunt, it wasn't necessarily that easy.

They're all in pain.

He didn't know what Lin Congjun's mentality had been like for many years. She was born in the Lin Clan of Nine Continents City, but she could clearly feel her grandfather's guilt and disappointment.

Over the years, he might regret it, but from his point of view, this was his best choice back then. Even if he did it again, he would still choose this way.

Even if he knew that his son would break up with him.

Even if he knew that his grandson would become the War God of the Dark World and become the War God King of the royal family in the future.

Because he didn't have a choice.

Therefore, Lin Shuimo did not tell her father or grandfather about Lin Xuanyuan's life. She knew very well that it would not be of any use. It would only make them feel even more painful and guilty.

She just wanted to get in touch with Lin Xuanyuan and slowly bring up the past so that Lin Xuanyuan could understand his grandfather's difficulties and understand the pain and helplessness of his father and the others.

She had an excellent relationship with Chen Qingyu.

Chen Qingyu was now the War God King's deputy.

Therefore, at her request, she knew the news of Lin Xuanyuan waking up immediately. Even if he wasn't the first to know, he was at least the first to know.

Thus, she immediately put down the things in her hands and rushed over.

She wanted to see Lin Xuanyuan's injuries, After all, no matter what, Lin Xuanyuan was her cousin, I heard she was badly wounded in the United States, I don't know what's going on now, To fight a country with a few people, Everyone could feel the War God King's spirit. Feeling his spirit and fearlessness, They all felt that Lin Xuanyuan was a hero, But Lin Shuimo was only worried. She did not understand martial arts, nor did she know how terrifying a true expert and supreme being would be right now. However, she was certain that Lin Xuanyuan was not invincible in the United States, nor was he the strongest. When she thought of how he was going to fight some unknown and powerful enemies, Lin Shuimo couldn't help but worry. After all, he was her younger brother, and she couldn't be as calm as water in her heart.

Perhaps this kind of emotion was very pretentious and not liked by Lin Xuanyuan, but she just couldn't control this kind of emotion.

Besides visiting Lin Xuanyuan's injuries, he also wanted to explain to Lin Xuanyuan.

Explain everything that happened back then. Explain how helpless his grandfather and father were back then.

Perhaps Lin Xuanyuan wouldn't accept it all at once, but over time, his mentality would change slowly, right?

After all, they were all one family.

However, as time passed, Lin Shuimo's heart grew colder and colder as he sat in this majestic hall filled with black keynotes. His original desire to explain something eagerly gradually faded away.

She found herself somewhat naive after all.

If everything could be explained clearly, then how could there be so many grudges and feuds in time if it was so simple?

Only when she sat in this hall and completely calmed down did she suddenly understand that there was no need to explain at all.

Because she had a third uncle.

Third Uncle was also involved in a series of things back then.

However, he made the opposite choice.

And break with the clan.

Would Third Uncle not understand the pain of his grandfather and father back then?

Would he not understand the helplessness of his grandfather and father?

Or would he not understand the situation he faced back then?

He knew all about it and had experienced it personally, but in the end, he chose to break with his clan.

Many things were not something that could be understood and understood without resentment.

Back then, Third Uncle understood everything and understood everything. However, he could not accept the choice his grandfather had made. That was why he broke with the clan and had never interacted with the clan for many years.

Thinking about it, Lin Xuanyuan was the same.

Third Uncle and Lin Xuanyuan didn't need an explanation.

There was no need to explain, they understood all of this.

However, he understood and did not accept it.

That's why they resent it.

This is their position.

To a certain extent, Lin Xuanyuan and Third Uncle were exactly the same. They were both strong characters that would rather be broken than destroyed.

Back then, the Lin Clan's choice in Nine Continents City was not strong at all.

Third Uncle and Lin Congjun's attitudes towards their clans for many years had originated from their choices back then.

Lin Shuimo's heart grew colder and colder.

Only then did she realize how naive and ridiculous the behavior she wanted to explain to Lin Xuanyuan not long ago was, but she couldn't laugh at all, because she didn't know how to resolve the knot between her family and Lin Xuanyuan.

Because they don't need anything, because they understand, because they can't accept it at all.

So there's no need to say anything.

From the looks of it, it seemed like the only choice was not to explain and let this crack continue to exist.

But this was not what Lin Shuimo wanted.

In the pitch-black hall, Lin Shuimo sat quietly, but his heart became more and more helpless.

Chen Qingyu's figure walked downstairs.

The sound of high heels knocking on the steps was crisp and melodious.

Lin Shuimo didn't seem to notice.

Chen Qingyu glanced at the dazed Lin Shuimo, sighed softly, and walked in front of her.

Lin Shuimo was suddenly shocked. She subconsciously stood up and looked at Chen Qingyu with hope. She said expectantly, "Sister Qingyu, did he agree to see me?"

Although she no longer knew what to say to Lin Xuanyuan, she wanted to see him now.

Chen Qingyu shook her head. Looking at Lin Shuimo's pale face, Lin Xuanyuan's indifference sounded. Her eyes were filled with apology. She said tactfully, "Shuimo, His Highness is very busy. He has a lot of things to deal with."

The corners of Lin Shuimo's mouth moved, wanting to say something, but in the end, he only managed to squeeze out a forced smile.

Chen Qingyu pulled Lin Shuimo to sit down on the sofa. After hesitating for a moment, she said, "Your Highness asked me to bring you a message. He hopes that you can pass it on to Director Lin."

"What do you mean?"

Lin Shuimo couldn't even squeeze out a forced smile.

She knew very well that not long after the news of the War God King's awakening spread, his father would definitely visit her.

After the plenary session, his father became the director of the Development Committee. Everyone felt that he had the support of the War God King. Now that the War God King had awakened from his serious injuries, if his father did not come, many people would feel puzzled. Therefore, even if he came back to the house and received a cold reception, he still had to come.

But now, Chen Qingyu said that the War God King had something he needed to bring to his father.

Lin Shuimo knew what this meant.

A person of Lin Xuanyuan's status no longer needed to speak out. He said that he wanted to bring words to his father. Another meaning was that Lin Congzheng did not need to come to the War God Palace, nor did he want to see Lin Congzheng.

The War God King's disgust was the same as before.

If his attitude were to spread out, the Lin Clan in Nine Continents City would continue to waver.

Knowing Lin Xuanyuan's identity, Lin Shuimo understood why his father was promoted by Ye Nianlun and Chen Hua Lou's deputy prime minister. All of this was because they had sold Lin Xuanyuan face, not because of any talent.

Therefore, everything about the Lin Clan in Nine Continents City was now in Lin Xuanyuan's hands. What they would do in the future was entirely within Lin Xuanyuan's mind.

No one will speak for them.

"Your Highness said..."

Chen Qingyu pondered for a moment and thought about how to express Lin Xuanyuan's meaning in a euphemistic tone. However, when she was about to say something, she suddenly remembered Lin Xuanyuan's expression when he spoke. She hesitated for a moment before finally deciding to convey her original words.

"His Highness said that he was very disappointed in Director Lin. If he could make him the director of the Development Committee, he would also be able to make him retire early. Don't be so uncertain at such an old age."

Chen Qingyu said in a somewhat dry voice. These words were truly too unpleasant to hear, especially when she personally told Director Lin's daughter. It was simply a bit of an insult. However, she also felt that Lin Xuanyuan's words seemed to have a faint meaning that no one understood.

Lin Shuimo was stunned for a moment, then his face immediately became somewhat hot. These words were indeed a bit humiliating to her ears, but she also understood that Lin Xuanyuan could really do what he said.

Lin Xuanyuan had asked Lin Congzheng to retire early, or to move him to the CPPCC National Committee and other Qing Shui Yamen with gentle methods. This was all because of Lin Xuanyuan's words.

And...

Eh?

Wait?

Lin Shuimo thought nonsense. He suddenly paused for a moment, and then he repeated Lin Xuanyuan's words in his heart.

Chen Qingyu could clearly see that the corner of Lin Shuimo's mouth, which had originally become extremely awkward because of Lin Xuanyuan's words, suddenly had a trace of a smile, and his eyes gradually lit up.

"Ink..."

Chen Qingyu cried out worriedly.

"Huh?"

Lin Shuimo glanced at Chen Qingyu. The smile on his lips finally bloomed. It was brilliant and dazzling, bringing a trace of beauty to the gloomy and dignified hall. "Thank you, Sister Qingyu."

"Ah? You're welcome."

Chen Qingyu subconsciously replied.

"Please tell Your Highness that I know what to do. The Lin Clan in Nine Continents City also knows what to do."

She looked at Chen Qingyu and said solemnly.

Chen Qingyu nodded in shock.

Lin Shuimo's heart relaxed even more. At this moment, she suddenly understood that Lin Xuanyuan might not need her explanation, but he might not need the methods of the Lin Clan in Nine Continents City.

She stood up with a relaxed expression and said goodbye to Chen Qingyu. When she turned around, she subconsciously looked upstairs.

He didn't know what his cousin, who held absolute power, was thinking at this moment.