Pill King Feng Xiaochen smiled and actually got on his knees: “Your wondrous brilliance will illuminate all of us.”
Li Qiye simply nodded and accepted the grand gesture.
“Fool.” The old man then turned his attention towards Zhang Yan and yelled: “The grand matters of a sect can’t be treated so frivolously! We are part of Longevity System which stemmed from Longevity Valley. We shall not forget this grace and will listen to the valley!”
Zhang Yan shuddered with his head lowered, not daring to say a single word or even breathe loudly.
This was his sect’s top ancestor who had full control. Though he was the current young lord, Xiaochen could remove him from his post instantly.
“I am the master of Hundred-Pill, nice to meet you, First Brother.” The sect master humbly referred to Li Qiye as a brother and kneeled: “Hundred-Pill is under Longevity Valley, this was true in the past, still is now, and will be so in the future. Our loyalty will never change and we shall obey all orders. Just say the words and all members of our sect will jump into the fire for you!”
His bravado and certainly showed both his sect’s stance and his towards Longevity Valley. The Pill King had made his decision and determined the direction of Hundred-Pill. They have decided to side with Longevity Valley.
The crowd shuddered, realizing that it was time to state their allegiance.
A while ago, many sects have chosen Everlasting. So now, Hundred-Pill was the first powerful sect to pick Longevity Valley.
This was indeed a valuable and timely act. Though Hundred-Pill wasn’t as strong as Everlasting, they were certainly among the mightiest in the system.
So now, this woke up numerous old masters. Recently, Everlasting had all the limelight, akin to the sun at noon while acting quite arrogant. Furthermore, many sects sided with them, increasing their momentum and morale.
On the contrary, Longevity Valley has been quiet, giving off a vibe of declination like the sunset in the evening. Everyone felt as if Longevity System will have a new leader.
Alas, Hundred-Pill had shown its stance and allegiance to Longevity Valley. The older experts remembered how it had controlled the system for so long in spite of its reclusive policies. No one had successfully taken over its position.
Perhaps the valley was not on a decline at all. This was only an illusion.
“It’s good being wise and insightful. Rise, your sect is pardoned.” Li Qiye nodded.
The sect master of Hundred-Pill was in the same generation as Longevity Sage. It was unbelievable that her disciple would act like a superior before the sect master. Nevertheless, this sect master remained respectful despite the gap in seniority.
Even the Pill King was so respectful while the sect master was numerous generations below, he naturally needed to act in this manner.
“Little Cheng, he’s your disciple and will be your responsibility. Let him admit his mistakes, if Young n.o.ble doesn’t wish to pardon him, then punishment is in order.” The old man said.
The sect master felt a chill. Their ancestor was experienced with guests consisting of Ascenders and True Emperors. There was no doubt that if he were to cross Li Qiye, he would instantly lose his position as sect master.
“Yan’er, you are responsible for your own wrongdoings. It is a great crime to violate the rules of our sect. Go apologize to First Brother. If he and Longevity Valley forgive you, then we shall punish you once we get back. If they do not, then end yourself.” The sect master said. [1]
He wanted to protect the boy that he taught himself; they were close like father and son. Alas, the boy had committed a huge mistake, one beyond his control.
This pertained to the future of Hundred-Pill. The direction of the sect wasn’t something he could decide on his own, so the young lord definitely couldn’t either.
