binnovel Chapter 5058 Q&A
Chapter 5058 Q&A
Chapter 5058 Questions and Answers
Despite the Celestial Venerable's high praise, Su Bai did not show any arrogance, but remained respectful and listened quietly.
However, the next moment, the Celestial Venerable suddenly changed the subject and asked a question that Su Bai had not expected.
"Su Bai, I have a question for you. As an outsider, what do you think of my sons?"
This question struck Su Bai like a thunderbolt, leaving him speechless.
He paused for a moment, and the images of several sons of the Heavenly Venerable flashed through his mind.
To be honest, among the sons of the Heavenly Venerables, Su Bai was only truly familiar with the Ninth Prince Fu Yunxiu, the Fourth Prince Feng Shenye, and the First Prince Feng Yunwei.
In addition, there was Lu Baizhou, whom he had never actually met but had long admired, and the Eighth Prince Feng Shisan, whose head he had personally chopped off.
As for the other princes, he had only seen them sporadically a few times on certain grand occasions, and hadn't even exchanged a few words with them, let alone gotten to know them in depth.
As for Lu Baizhou, although they have some connection, he has not yet truly entered the realm of gods, and his interactions with Su Bai at this level have gradually decreased.
At this moment, Su Bai's brain was working at lightning speed.
He was pondering what the Celestial Venerable's intention was in asking him this question.
Was this a casual chat? Or some kind of deeper probing? Or perhaps... it involved a more sensitive issue of taking sides?
At this critical juncture, any word can be amplified and even cause unnecessary trouble.
After pondering for a moment, Su Bai finally chose the safest answer.
He cupped his hands and said, "Reporting to the Heavenly Venerable, although I hold a position in the Heavenly Court, I am usually preoccupied with cultivation and have not had much contact with the princes. My understanding of their character, conduct, and abilities is not comprehensive enough. I am afraid I cannot give an objective and fair evaluation, let alone dare to make any rash comments. Please forgive me, Heavenly Venerable."
Upon hearing this watertight, yet ultimately meaningless, reply, a soft laugh echoed from the depths of the ancient tree.
"Heh, you're quite cunning, so cautious."
The Celestial Venerable didn't seem angry at all; instead, he seemed to have opened a floodgate of words and began to comment on things on his own.
“My sons and grandsons each have their own characteristics and their own flaws.”
"As the eldest son, Yunwei is quite talented and has a decent temperament. He knows when to advance and when to retreat, knows how to be patient, and has a calm personality. He is a good candidate to be a ruler who can maintain the status quo. However, he is too cautious and lacks the drive to explore and make progress, and he is less domineering than a king."
"Second son and third son, these two guys have poor talent. They have been cultivating for so many years, but they haven't even touched the threshold of immortality. Their temperament is also mediocre, and they are not up to great responsibility."
"The fourth son, Shen Ye, has decent talent and cultivation, and is considered above average among the sons. However, he is impetuous, easily angered, and arrogant, and lacks tolerance for others, which is a major taboo for someone in a position of power."
"Five Sons Sealing the Heavens..."
At this point, the Celestial Venerable paused slightly, as if carrying a special meaning.
"Feng Tian is a man of exceptional talent and cultivation, and he is also extremely shrewd. He knows how to conceal his abilities and remain unassuming, yet he possesses considerable ambition and skill. The only pity is that he always seems to lack a bit of luck, always falling just short at crucial moments."
"The sixth and seventh sons were also rather lacking in talent, nothing special. As for the eighth son, Feng Shisan, that rebellious son was wicked and destined to die young, so his death is no big deal."
"Finally, there is the Nine-Child Cloud Beast."
The Celestial Venerable's voice carried a hint of complex emotion. "You should have had the most contact with him and know him best. His talent, temperament, and cultivation are among the best of all my offspring. Moreover, he is adept at social maneuvering, managing the Wanzhou Chamber of Commerce with considerable wealth, and has made many great contributions to the Heavenly Court, earning him a high reputation among the gods."
"As for the other offspring, there's no need to mention them; they are all mediocre and incompetent."
"At present, in my opinion, only Yun Wei, Feng Tian, and Yun Xiu are qualified and capable of inheriting the throne in the future. Su Bai, tell me, among these three, who do you think is the most promising?"
Su Bai listened to the Celestial Venerable's comments, which sounded like everyday conversation, but his heart was filled with turbulent waves.
This isn't an evaluation of a son; it's a detailed analysis of potential future heirs!
These questions are all too deadly, rife with political traps. A single misstep could draw one into the most brutal struggle for succession.
Su Bai took a deep breath, trying to avoid this sensitive topic.
He forced a smile and said, "The Celestial Venerable is an unparalleled powerhouse in the Immortal Realm, with an eternal lifespan, as long as heaven and earth. As long as the Celestial Venerable exists, the Heavenly Court will be as stable as Mount Tai. Why bother about these matters after death?"
"Hahaha......"
The Celestial Venerable never appeared; Su Bai could only hear his hearty laughter echoing within the ancient tree space.
"The Immortal Realm, eternal life, immortal body... This is what the world believes, but is there truly any immortality in this world?"
As the laughter subsided, a hint of indescribable desolation and vicissitude crept into the Celestial Venerable's tone.
"Even the immortals are subject to fall. This desolate universe is fraught with danger. The Demon Kingdom is eyeing us covetously, the Upper Universe is high above, and the unknown darkness is watching us closely. If one day I were to fall or encounter misfortune, this vast Heavenly Court, if it does not have a successor who can stand up and maintain order, would probably fall apart in an instant, and all living beings would suffer."
The Celestial Venerable's voice suddenly became stern, carrying an undeniable pressure.
"Su Bai, answer me directly with one question: among Yun Wei, Feng Tian, and Yun Xiu, who do you think is the most promising? If you avoid answering or give a vague answer again this time, I will really get angry."
Although this pressure had no real killing power, it struck directly at the soul, making Su Bai realize that this time, he couldn't escape it.
If the Celestial Venerable is angry, the entire Great Wilderness will tremble. How could a mere Divine Realm cultivator withstand such wrath?
Since I have no choice but to answer, I will follow my heart and tell the truth.
Su Bai raised his head, his eyes clear, and said neither humbly nor arrogantly, "Since the Heavenly Venerable has inquired, then this junior will dare to speak frankly. This junior has had the most contact with the Ninth Prince Fu Yunxiu and is most familiar with him. The Ninth Prince is generous, loyal, and has great talent and ambition, and is fair in rewarding and punishing. Whether from the perspective of personal ability or personal charm, this junior has the highest opinion of him."
"Fu Yunxiu?"
Upon hearing this, the Celestial Venerable remained silent for a moment before saying calmly, "That's an answer I expected. After all, you have a very close personal relationship with him and have received many favors from him."
"But there's something you should know."
The Celestial Venerable's tone suddenly turned cold as he revealed a shocking secret.