Cannon-Fodder Heiress Turns the Tables by Fortune-Telling
Author: Onepay
Chapter 581 - 580: This Is Literally Defying Heavenâs Order!
Listening to Old Master Guâs words, the others nodded in agreement: "Yes, we shouldnât let benefits slip away to outsiders. What if it acknowledges someone from our Gu Family?"
Gu Yuan found this a bit unnecessary. He genuinely felt annoyed just looking at the Ancient Bronze Seal.
But seeing his grandfatherâs clearly cautionary gaze, Gu Yuan ultimately held back the words that were about to spill from his lips.
That very night, the Gu Family issued a Summon Order for the disciples training outside.
All the promising young ones were called back, even those who were overseas were urgently contacted to return.
The next day, the martial arts arena at the old residence became lively.
Familiar young members of the Gu Family started whispering in small groups.
"Do you know whatâs going on? The Clan Leader actually used the emergency Summon Order, and I was only halfway through my training."
"Who knows, I had just made plans with my companions. Now I had to cancel on them, and who knows if theyâll even want to hang out with me next time."
"Well, I heard a bit that it might be related to a Magic Artifact previously worshiped in the ancestral hall."
"Could it be that the Magic Artifact was stolen? Surely theyâre not suspecting us? That would be so unfair, I havenât been back here in seven years!"
...
Various speculative ârumorsâ kept coming to Gu Yuanâs ears, and he couldnât hold back, rolling his eyes.
Then he looked at his cousin, who was specifically in charge of managing these training disciples.
"Who wouldâve thought, our Gu Family members are such blabbermouths, spreading countless rumors like this!"
His cousin gave an awkward laugh and quietly shifted his position.
He really didnât want to get too close to this changeable, high-ranking family member.
For fear that, if the other got beaten up for having a venomous tongue, the blood might splatter on him.
Fortunately, the Gu Family elders were not the type to engage in proceduralism, with impassioned speeches and ideological education.
Once everyone on the list had arrived, the Great Clan Elder stepped forward and succinctly explained the matter in a few sentences.
Finally, he said: "Thatâs the situation. Now, anyone interested can step forward and give it a try."
The implication was that whoever could make the Ancient Bronze Seal recognize them would essentially receive the Magic Artifact for free.
The previously speculative Gu Family disciples were now somewhat taken aback, and a new wave of discussions erupted.
"Whoa, is there really such a good thing? This is a self-concealing Magic Artifact, absolutely amazing!"
"Whoever gets recognized by this Magic Artifact would be the absolute top dog among their peers!"
"Iâve always been lucky. I think I have a good chance. Everyone, letâs just rely on our own skills!"
...
Sitting on the high platform, the Gu Family elders watched the confident and lively younger generation below, nodding in satisfaction at their spirited outlook.
The Great Elder smiled and said to Old Master Gu, "Your idea was indeed brilliant, openly allowing the young ones to compete for a good item.
Showing them our fairness and justice can also strengthen their cohesion towards the family."
Another elder quickly chimed in, "The Great Elder speaks wisely."
Old Master Gu chuckled lightly, his tone carrying a hint of humility.
"Benefits should naturally go to our Gu Family first. Iâd hope that one of them can tame this Magic Artifact."
Someone immediately echoed Old Master Guâs words: "Thatâs for sure. Our Gu Familyâs legacy is not just for show; the children are very outstanding."
"Exactly, every child of our Gu Family is outstanding!"
The imagination was beautiful, but reality was cruel.
The young Gu Family members who had tested the seal showed no exception; none could decipher the totem atop it.
At this moment, Old Master Guâs expression dulled significantly; it seemed his grandson was right all along about this ungrateful Magic Artifactâbetter to sell it!
Seeing that the Gu Family juniors were nearly finished testing, Gu Yuan was not surprised at all.
This Magic Artifact didnât even recognize his talented sister Yun Ran, so how could it easily acknowledge others several Levels inferior?
Though early or late, it was a sale anyhow, but going through this formality might better help Old Master Gu manage peopleâs hearts, like making use of a useless thing.
As there were only a few left, Gu Yuan decided not to watch anymore and stood up.
Thatâs when he noticed his cousin, known as the Little Spiritual Child, suddenly coughed up blood with a "wow".
Gu Yuanâs face changed instantly and he quickly rushed to his little cousinâs side.
He quickly stuffed a few Healing Medicines into his little cousinâs mouth and anxiously said, "Gu Ling, how are you!"
Gu Ling, only fifteen years old, clutched his chest and painfully squeezed out a sentence.
"Brother... the Magic Artifact got angry, so it hurt me..."
Old Master Gu and the other elders had already approached Gu Ling by this point.
Hearing Gu Lingâs words, Old Master Guâs face turned somber: "What did you say?"
Some of the tested Gu Family juniors also gathered around, their faces filled with shock.
"Angry?"
"What? A Magic Artifact can get angry and hurt people? This defies the heavens!"
...
If not for the presence of elders, the Gu Family juniors might have lost their temper.
Having taken the Healing Medicine from Gu Yuan, the intense pain in Gu Lingâs chest gradually subsided, though his youthful face became somewhat tense.
He was the only one of his generation in the Gu Family who could communicate with spirits without using any Xuan Sect techniques.
Whether with spiritually intelligent beings or sentient Magic Artifacts, he could easily converse with them.
"Grandpa, this Magic Artifact is very displeased right now. It hates us disturbing it and didnât want to bother with the other brothers. It just wanted to give me a warning."
With Gu Lingâs words, the Gu Family membersâ anger was even harder to control!
Hell, this broken Magic Artifact, after being worshipped by them for so many years, wasnât willing to show its Divine Skills and protect them?
And just because it was unhappy, it injured the 15-year-old Gu Ling to warn them?
If this isnât ingratitude, then what is!
Just when others wanted to curse out loud, they were silenced by a gesture from Old Master Gu.
"Can you communicate with it? Do you know its origin?"
Gu Ling nodded, then shook his head.
"It just warned me one-sidedly and didnât communicate with me. I also donât know its origin.
However, it didnât really mean to hurt me; it was just a warning. Iâm just too weak to withstand its warning..."
With that, Gu Ling lowered his head somewhat sheepishly, acknowledging that although known as a genius Little Spiritual Child, he was still too young.
Compared to other powerful brothers and sisters, there were still gaps. Being injured was also due to lacking skills.
Gu Yuan found this a bit unnecessary. He genuinely felt annoyed just looking at the Ancient Bronze Seal.
But seeing his grandfatherâs clearly cautionary gaze, Gu Yuan ultimately held back the words that were about to spill from his lips.
That very night, the Gu Family issued a Summon Order for the disciples training outside.
All the promising young ones were called back, even those who were overseas were urgently contacted to return.
The next day, the martial arts arena at the old residence became lively.
Familiar young members of the Gu Family started whispering in small groups.
"Do you know whatâs going on? The Clan Leader actually used the emergency Summon Order, and I was only halfway through my training."
"Who knows, I had just made plans with my companions. Now I had to cancel on them, and who knows if theyâll even want to hang out with me next time."
"Well, I heard a bit that it might be related to a Magic Artifact previously worshiped in the ancestral hall."
"Could it be that the Magic Artifact was stolen? Surely theyâre not suspecting us? That would be so unfair, I havenât been back here in seven years!"
...
Various speculative ârumorsâ kept coming to Gu Yuanâs ears, and he couldnât hold back, rolling his eyes.
Then he looked at his cousin, who was specifically in charge of managing these training disciples.
"Who wouldâve thought, our Gu Family members are such blabbermouths, spreading countless rumors like this!"
His cousin gave an awkward laugh and quietly shifted his position.
He really didnât want to get too close to this changeable, high-ranking family member.
For fear that, if the other got beaten up for having a venomous tongue, the blood might splatter on him.
Fortunately, the Gu Family elders were not the type to engage in proceduralism, with impassioned speeches and ideological education.
Once everyone on the list had arrived, the Great Clan Elder stepped forward and succinctly explained the matter in a few sentences.
Finally, he said: "Thatâs the situation. Now, anyone interested can step forward and give it a try."
The implication was that whoever could make the Ancient Bronze Seal recognize them would essentially receive the Magic Artifact for free.
The previously speculative Gu Family disciples were now somewhat taken aback, and a new wave of discussions erupted.
"Whoa, is there really such a good thing? This is a self-concealing Magic Artifact, absolutely amazing!"
"Whoever gets recognized by this Magic Artifact would be the absolute top dog among their peers!"
"Iâve always been lucky. I think I have a good chance. Everyone, letâs just rely on our own skills!"
...
Sitting on the high platform, the Gu Family elders watched the confident and lively younger generation below, nodding in satisfaction at their spirited outlook.
The Great Elder smiled and said to Old Master Gu, "Your idea was indeed brilliant, openly allowing the young ones to compete for a good item.
Showing them our fairness and justice can also strengthen their cohesion towards the family."
Another elder quickly chimed in, "The Great Elder speaks wisely."
Old Master Gu chuckled lightly, his tone carrying a hint of humility.
"Benefits should naturally go to our Gu Family first. Iâd hope that one of them can tame this Magic Artifact."
Someone immediately echoed Old Master Guâs words: "Thatâs for sure. Our Gu Familyâs legacy is not just for show; the children are very outstanding."
"Exactly, every child of our Gu Family is outstanding!"
The imagination was beautiful, but reality was cruel.
The young Gu Family members who had tested the seal showed no exception; none could decipher the totem atop it.
At this moment, Old Master Guâs expression dulled significantly; it seemed his grandson was right all along about this ungrateful Magic Artifactâbetter to sell it!
Seeing that the Gu Family juniors were nearly finished testing, Gu Yuan was not surprised at all.
This Magic Artifact didnât even recognize his talented sister Yun Ran, so how could it easily acknowledge others several Levels inferior?
Though early or late, it was a sale anyhow, but going through this formality might better help Old Master Gu manage peopleâs hearts, like making use of a useless thing.
As there were only a few left, Gu Yuan decided not to watch anymore and stood up.
Thatâs when he noticed his cousin, known as the Little Spiritual Child, suddenly coughed up blood with a "wow".
Gu Yuanâs face changed instantly and he quickly rushed to his little cousinâs side.
He quickly stuffed a few Healing Medicines into his little cousinâs mouth and anxiously said, "Gu Ling, how are you!"
Gu Ling, only fifteen years old, clutched his chest and painfully squeezed out a sentence.
"Brother... the Magic Artifact got angry, so it hurt me..."
Old Master Gu and the other elders had already approached Gu Ling by this point.
Hearing Gu Lingâs words, Old Master Guâs face turned somber: "What did you say?"
Some of the tested Gu Family juniors also gathered around, their faces filled with shock.
"Angry?"
"What? A Magic Artifact can get angry and hurt people? This defies the heavens!"
...
If not for the presence of elders, the Gu Family juniors might have lost their temper.
Having taken the Healing Medicine from Gu Yuan, the intense pain in Gu Lingâs chest gradually subsided, though his youthful face became somewhat tense.
He was the only one of his generation in the Gu Family who could communicate with spirits without using any Xuan Sect techniques.
Whether with spiritually intelligent beings or sentient Magic Artifacts, he could easily converse with them.
"Grandpa, this Magic Artifact is very displeased right now. It hates us disturbing it and didnât want to bother with the other brothers. It just wanted to give me a warning."
With Gu Lingâs words, the Gu Family membersâ anger was even harder to control!
Hell, this broken Magic Artifact, after being worshipped by them for so many years, wasnât willing to show its Divine Skills and protect them?
And just because it was unhappy, it injured the 15-year-old Gu Ling to warn them?
If this isnât ingratitude, then what is!
Just when others wanted to curse out loud, they were silenced by a gesture from Old Master Gu.
"Can you communicate with it? Do you know its origin?"
Gu Ling nodded, then shook his head.
"It just warned me one-sidedly and didnât communicate with me. I also donât know its origin.
However, it didnât really mean to hurt me; it was just a warning. Iâm just too weak to withstand its warning..."
With that, Gu Ling lowered his head somewhat sheepishly, acknowledging that although known as a genius Little Spiritual Child, he was still too young.
Compared to other powerful brothers and sisters, there were still gaps. Being injured was also due to lacking skills.