Just as Ye Qiu was processing these painful revelations, the delicate teacup in Ye Jin's hand suddenly slammed against the ground with tremendous force.
The sudden, resounding crash startled everyone present in the grand hall.
The servants nearby trembled visibly with fear, their faces pale as winter frost.
"Bastard! Get down on your knees!"
Ye Jin's voice thundered through the chamber, a terrifying aura radiating from his imposing form. The sheer force of his spiritual pressure ruffled Ye Qiu's hair as the young man slowly regained his composure and focus.
"The Ye family has guarded the borders and resisted foreign invaders for countless generations—a sacred legacy passed down through the ages. Every single member of our bloodline has been a renowned hero and great figure in the annals of history."
"Look at yourself now! A vulgar waste of space, idling away your days, constantly stirring up trouble, and even associating with those disreputable characters in brothels and gambling dens!"
"How could I have fathered such a worthless bastard son like you? You've brought nothing but shame and disgrace upon the honored name of the Ye family."
Ye Qiu's brow furrowed deeply as he fought to suppress the rage building within his chest.
He couldn't explain why, but after hearing those harsh, condemning words, a surge of inexplicable fury began to well up inside him like molten lava.
Just as he was about to let loose with a sharp retort, a strange and unexpected voice reached his ears.
[Ding...]
[System activating.]
[Activation successful! Entering the life selection interface, please wait.]
"A system?"
Forcefully suppressing the volcanic rage that threatened to erupt at any moment, Ye Qiu's eyes suddenly gleamed with newfound hope and excitement.
"Damn, you're finally here! Any later, and I might have actually challenged this old man to a duel to the death."
After hearing the blessed sound of system activation, Ye Qiu finally managed to contain his inner fury and focus on what was happening.
[Begin life selection process.]
[Choice 1: Apologize sincerely to your father, explain your circumstances and reasons, and work to gain his understanding and forgiveness. Promise him solemnly that you will turn over a new leaf and become a reformed man! Unlock: The golden child life path in your parents' eyes. Receive: Supreme Saint Body constitution.]
"Huh?"
Ye Qiu blinked in surprise at the first option.
[Choice 2: Suffer in silence, endure everything without complaint, don't fight back, don't retaliate against any treatment. Unlock: The coward's life path. You will become the most patient and enduring coward in the entire world. Receive: Indestructible Body constitution.]
"Why are you calling me names?"
Upon hearing this second option, Ye Qiu's mouth twitched in irritation. You're the coward, not me.
In his previous life, he had been constantly berated by customers, receiving endless negative reviews and nasty complaints. For the sake of earning a few measly coins, he had endured insult after insult, humiliation after humiliation.
He had finally managed to escape that miserable existence and start fresh in a new world, and now the system wanted him to spend the rest of this life enduring abuse as well?
What kind of man could tolerate such treatment indefinitely?
He immediately crossed out that option mentally.
[Choice 3: A true man who lives between heaven and earth cannot remain depressed and subservient to others indefinitely! Cut off all family ties with your parents immediately and forge your own path. Unlock: The Ultimate Demon God life path. Receive: Bloodthirsty Demon God talent.]
[Select this option to receive a special life choice gift package. Please choose carefully!]
Looking at the three distinct life paths presented before him, Ye Qiu found himself hesitating momentarily.
"Ultimate Demon God life? What exactly does that entail?"
The third option was the only one he didn't fully understand. As for the first two choices, their implications seemed fairly clear.
The first option would essentially make him the perfect son and pride of his parents, granting him the incredible bonus of a Supreme Saint Body constitution. With such a gift, he could master any technique with ease and his cultivation speed would increase exponentially.
However, there was a significant downside to this path—it would require him to remain obedient to his parents and continue playing the role of their dutiful son.
The second choice was... well, better not to dwell on that pathetic option.
But the third one...
After considering his options for a brief moment, Ye Qiu made his decision without further delay.
"Damn it all! A man must have his pride and dignity. Whoever wants to swallow this kind of humiliation can bear it themselves. I haven't enjoyed a single benefit from the Ye family during these past twenty years anyway, so my conscience is completely clear."
"I choose option three!"
[Ding...]
[Congratulations! Your choice has been successfully registered. Ultimate Demon God life path unlocked. Bloodthirsty Demon God talent acquired.]
[Life choice gift package received. Please access your inventory to examine the contents.]
"A gift package? This must be my starting capital, right?"
Ye Qiu was just about to examine the mysterious gift package when he felt a surge of excitement coursing through his veins.
However, Ye Jin's furious voice cut through his concentration once again, interrupting his train of thought.
"You insolent bastard! Still showing no signs of repentance? I'm sentencing you to face the wall in the ancestral hall for an entire month. Until you properly reflect on your shameful behavior and show genuine remorse, you are forbidden from leaving that place!"