Chapter 729 - 720 Almost Done (2)_1
Xiao Muli heard these words and a hint of mockery appeared in his eyes. What did Second Elder Master Xiao think he was, daring to call out his name behind his back, and in such a tone no less?
Accompanied by Gu Yong’s voice, Xiao Muli strode into the hall. As soon as he entered, the place fell silent.
"What’s the matter? It’s all quiet now that I’ve arrived? I heard quite the commotion outside the door just now. Oh right, I thought I heard my name mentioned outside, what were you discussing? Share it with me as well." As Xiao Muli spoke, his eyes flitted intentionally over Second Elder Master Xiao. The latter hadn’t expected that calling the Family Head by his name behind his back would be caught red-handed. In this awkward moment, he didn’t know how to speak without offending Xiao Muli.
While Second Elder Master Xiao had his reservations, Gu Yong, seeing Xiao Muli’s triumphant demeanor and thinking about the humiliation he had caused their whole family and the pressure he had put on the Gu Family, felt his dissatisfaction reach a peak.
"Xiao Muli, what about it if I called you by your name? Isn’t a name given to be used by others? Hmph, you’re just abusing your power as the Patriarch Xiao everywhere you go." Gu Yong stood up straight and spoke resentfully.
"Young Master Gu speaks the truth. Indeed, a name is given to be used by others; however, Young Master Gu, as an outsider to the Xiao Family, you’re unaware of our family’s rules. The name of the Patriarch Xiao should not be directly addressed by members of the Xiao Family, unless one possesses enough strength." After giving Gu Yong a cold look, Xiao Muli continued, "As for abusing my power, I wouldn’t suggest that you, Young Master Gu, also try to abuse your power. However, there are particular ways to do it properly." Xiao Muli then took his seat at the head of the table, reverting to his usual icy demeanor.