Chapter 1520
Arrangement
Chapter 1520 Arrangement
After the family dinner, Liu Changxu immediately gathered his wife and children together for a family meeting.
Liu Changxu carefully examined his wives and children present. Among them, Duan Yuwei, Wu Xuege, Murong Yuyao, Xiao Zier, Dong Xue, Liu Fuba (eleventh son), Liu Fuhai (twenty-first son), and Liu Fuyin (fifteenth daughter) had reached the Mahayana stage of cultivation.
Those whose cultivation has reached the Great Perfection of Tribulation Transcending include Yang Yuxuan, Xiao Ningxue, Su Yue'e, Zhao Qingxia, Zhao Qi'er, Seventh Son Liu Fuyang, and Twenty-Second Son Liu Fuyu.
Those whose cultivation has reached the late stage of Tribulation Transcending include Chen Yufei, Jiang Xuefeng, Yang Qingxue, Su Jinxiu, fourth son Liu Fufeng, sixth son Liu Fuchao, twentieth son Liu Fusheng, twenty-third son Liu Fule, twenty-fourth son Liu Fukun, twenty-fifth son Liu Fujin, twenty-seventh son Liu Fuzhao, twenty-eighth son Liu Fuxing, twenty-ninth son Liu Futian, eldest daughter Liu Fujiao, and sixteenth daughter Liu Fuhui.
Those whose cultivation has reached the mid-stage of the Tribulation Transcending Realm include Li Zhenxin, Lian'er, Li Yu, Lin Fengqing, Huang Xuefei, Liu Fuxiong (nineteenth son), Liu Fuyue (eighteenth daughter), Liu Fujiang (thirtieth son), Liu Fuchang (thirty-first son), Liu Futian (twenty-first daughter), and Liu Fuquan (thirty-second son).
Those whose cultivation has reached the early stage of Tribulation Transcending include Zi Ling, Zi Su, Liu Fuhe (sixteenth son), Liu Fucheng (seventeenth son), Liu Fuxin (seventeenth daughter), Liu Fujian (thirty-third son), and Liu Fuqing (twenty-second daughter).
After scanning the crowd, Liu Changxu began to speak:
"Since I advanced to the late stage of Mahayana, I have been able to clearly feel that the repulsion of this world against me is getting stronger and stronger. I am afraid that my days in this world are numbered."
No sooner had he finished speaking than Liu Fuba, the eleventh son, couldn't help but ask urgently:
"Father, is there no way to keep it here? For example, could temporarily sealing its cultivation reduce the world's rejection?"
Upon learning that his father was about to leave this world, he was very anxious, and everyone present also showed concern, instantly making the atmosphere in the hall heavy.
Liu Changxu looked at his son, shook his head slightly, and said with a hint of helplessness in his eyes:
“Sealing my cultivation might provide a temporary reprieve, but the pull of the laws of heaven and earth cannot be completely resisted by human power. My current cultivation level has already reached the limits of this world. Forcibly staying here might very well invite a backlash from the laws, which would be a loss.”
He paused, his gaze sweeping sharply over the crowd, his tone growing increasingly serious:
"Therefore, before I ascend to heaven, I must help you grow up as quickly as possible and shoulder the responsibility of protecting the family. Whoever among you is ready to break through to the Mahayana stage, I will immediately arrange for you to enter seclusion and do my best to help you break through."
Before the words were finished, Yang Yuxuan had already stood up and replied:
"Your Majesty, I have been cultivating at the Great Perfection of the Tribulation Transcending Realm for many years, and I wish to immediately go into seclusion to attempt the Great Ascension Realm!"
Immediately afterwards, Xiao Ningxue, Su Yue'e, Zhao Qingxia, Zhao Qi'er, Liu Fuyang (the seventh son), and Liu Fuyu (the twenty-second son) also stood up and volunteered in unison, their words filled with a do-or-die determination.
Looking at the enthusiastic crowd, Liu Changxu's eyes flashed with approval, but he quickly said in a deep voice:
"I understand your intentions, but breaking through to the Mahayana stage is no small matter. You need a solid foundation to be safe. Qi'er and Yang'er, you have only recently broken through to the Great Perfection of the Tribulation Transcending stage. Your foundations are not deep enough yet. Forcing your way into the Mahayana stage at this time is too risky. Please allow yourselves to settle down for a while longer."
Then, Liu Changxu turned his gaze to the others and said:
"Yuxuan, Ningxue, Yue'e, Qingxia, and Yu'er, you have all reached the Great Perfection of the Tribulation Transcending stage for many years, and your cultivation and magical power have been consolidated. You are ready to attempt the Great Ascension stage. Next, I will arrange secluded caves for you and provide you with spiritual items to assist you in advancing to the Great Ascension stage, so that you can break through to the Great Ascension stage in one fell swoop!"
Upon hearing this, everyone solemnly accepted the order. Yang Yuxuan and the other three showed renewed fighting spirit in their eyes, and Liu Fuyu also bowed and responded:
"Thank you for your kindness, Father Emperor. I will certainly do my best!"
Liu Changxu pondered for a moment, then spoke again:
"There is one more matter concerning the long-term stability of the Great Han Immortal Dynasty. To ensure the stable succession of the Immortal Dynasty after my ascension, I have decided to pass the throne of the Great Han Immortal Emperor to Fu Ba."
These words were like a thunderclap in the hall. Liu Fuba looked up abruptly, his eyes filled with disbelief. His lips moved, but he couldn't find the words to say. The others also changed their expressions drastically. They looked at each other, and the hall fell into a deep silence, even their breathing seemed to become heavier.
Liu Changxu surveyed the crowd, his gaze calm and resolute, and continued:
"At the same time, I have decided to establish the Supreme Elders' Council of the Great Han Immortal Dynasty. Fu Hai will serve as the Grand Supreme Elder, and all members of the Liu family whose cultivation has reached the Mahayana stage will be Supreme Elders."
He paused, then explained:
"The core responsibility of the Supreme Elder Council is to supervise the operation of the Immortal Dynasty's government affairs. From now on, for all major matters of the Immortal Dynasty, whether it is territorial expansion, legal revision, appointment and removal of high-ranking officials, or allocation of important cultivation resources, the Immortal Emperor must submit the proposal to the Supreme Elder Council for discussion before making a decision, and obtain the consent of more than half of the Supreme Elders before it can be implemented."
Conversely, if a decision is opposed by more than half of the Supreme Elders, regardless of whether it originates from the Celestial Emperor or the Imperial Court, it is considered invalid and must be reconsidered and revised.
He looked at the crowd and further explained:
"This move is not to weaken imperial power, but to establish checks and balances through the system to prevent the foundation of the country from being shaken by the mistakes of one person. The Immortal Emperor oversees the overall situation, while the Elder Council fills in the gaps and makes corrections. The two complement each other, which is the only way to ensure that the succession of the Great Han Immortal Dynasty is as solid as a rock."
These words were well-organized, clearly defining the boundaries of power while emphasizing the principles of cooperation. As Liu Fuba listened, the hesitation on his face gradually disappeared, replaced by a profound sense of responsibility; Liu Fuhai and the other Mahayana stage clan members also nodded, understanding the profound significance of this arrangement for the long-term survival of their families and the Immortal Dynasty.
Then, Liu Fuhai stood up and greeted him, saying:
"Your subject obeys the decree and will certainly work with the Supreme Elders to assist Your Majesty and protect the Great Han Dynasty."
Liu Fuba then came to his senses, took a deep breath, stepped forward, and bowed, saying:
"Father, your son... your son is afraid he is not up to the task."
Liu Changxu looked at him, his eyes filled with expectation:
"Fu Ba, you are calm and decisive, and your cultivation has reached the early stage of Mahayana. You are capable of shouldering this great responsibility. I believe in you, and I also believe that with the assistance of the Supreme Elder Council, you will be able to safeguard the foundation of this Great Han Immortal Dynasty."
Seeing that Liu Changxu had made up his mind and made thorough arrangements, the expressions of those in the hall gradually calmed down. Liu Fuyang, Liu Fuyin, and their brothers and sisters stepped forward to congratulate Liu Fuba, their words full of support.
The atmosphere inside the hall gradually shifted from initial shock to solemnity and anticipation for the future.
Seeing that no one openly expressed any objection, Liu Changxu pressed on, saying:
"I have decided to hold the formal abdication ceremony on the first day of the first month of next year, passing the throne of the Immortal Emperor to Fu Ba!"
"We obey!"
The crowd in the hall responded in unison: