Ever since Rong Yuanqiao arrived, Rong Ye had been observing coldly from the sidelines. He spoke now only because he didn't want to waste time on Rong Yuanqiao.
"During the twenty-odd years you've been the Family Head, the Rong Family has been on a decline. Although its status in Rong City hasn't been overtaken, the other two families have grown increasingly strong. Rong City is only so big, and there is only so much interest to go around. Over time, the Rong Family is bound to be suppressed. Will you have the face to meet the ancestors of the Rong Family then?" Having decided to tear apart the facade with Rong Yuanqiao, Rong Ye spoke bluntly, hitting where it hurt, causing Rong Yuanqiao's expression to turn ugly.
"What do you know? Is this all my fault? It's..." Rong Yuanqiao, seeing the other elders looking at him critically, snapped his words in a reprimand.
