The elder Zheng of the Blue Sea Chaosheng Sect suddenly opened his eyes, his brilliant light flashed, and soon became calm again. He thought to himself: Good trick.
Everyone was in an uproar. They didn't understand why the leader of the Five Elements Sect came so suddenly. Didn't they want to avenge themselves? Being a coward?
Even the elders of the inner sect of the Five Elements Sect were puzzled, but fortunately, the sect leader's prestige was growing, and no one dared to question it. Even Mu Yihu, who had the most fiery and impulsive temperament, frowned, not knowing what the sect leader said. meaning.
Fan Pan shouted in his heart that something was wrong, and looked at the sect master unconsciously, and found that the sect master was also looking at him, his eyes... were a little strange, and he quickly avoided his gaze without leaving any trace.
I am still thinking carefully in my heart, there is no way it will be exposed, there is no reason!
Two of my disciples died, how could they doubt me?
Just listen to Zhang Xiaosheng say:
"Elder Fan, I know that you are sadder and more painful than us. Because among the people who died for the sect, there are two of your direct disciples."
Hearing this, Fan Pan felt slightly relieved.
The Five Elements Sect naturally knew it, but fellow Taoists from other sects had just learned that, and they all looked at Fan Pan sympathetically. The direct disciples were not like heirs, but better than heirs, and even spent much more effort than heirs without spiritual roots.
When Fan Pan saw everyone looking at him and the sect leader looking at him, he had to stand up with complicated emotions. He didn't need to show off deliberately and made a last effort:
"You shouldn't question the sect leader's order, but...is this the end of the feud between fellow sect members?"
He couldn't directly say that he would issue a sect's request for help. After all, the sect leader had already made it clear that if he wanted to close the sect, he would naturally not issue a sect's request for help. At this time, he could only talk about revenge.
Zhang Xiaosheng was secretly happy and was waiting for you to ask. His voice trembled and he said:
"Revenge will naturally be avenged. If I don't avenge this revenge, I swear I won't be a human being!"
Everyone was stunned. You have closed the sect, and you also said you want revenge. Isn't this contradictory?
Fortunately, Zhang Xiaosheng didn't let everyone struggle for too long, and continued:
"A gentleman's revenge is never too late."
"Even if I issued the sect's request for help, but now there are no clues, how can I trace it? It's just a futile effort."
"And the other party must have come prepared, so we can't act on impulse, otherwise we will definitely fall into the opponent's trap. Destroying my foundation and killing my disciples is not their purpose. Their purpose is to completely destroy the Five Elements Sect. In this case, why should I If they answer the call, they will be thrown into the urn. If the sect is closed, they will have no way to start."
When everyone thinks about it, this is indeed the truth.
After the sect is declared closed, no one is allowed to harass or approach without reason, otherwise it will be regarded as hostility or even a declaration of war.
But if any sect declares war, then the Bihai Chaosheng Sect will definitely intervene. In this case, the Five Elements Sect can let the Bihai Chaosheng Sect stand up for itself without having to pay a price.
Moreover, the Five Elements Sect suffered first. Since the other party acted so secretly, they must not want to make their identity public.
By the time the sect exchange conference was held, the major sects were having frequent activities, and it was difficult for them to attack the other side.
As for revenge, it is indeed not too late in ten years.
Everyone present could cultivate to the golden elixir stage, and naturally they were not fools. They couldn't help but secretly praise Liu Tianyu for handling this matter very skillfully.
If he had loudly claimed from the beginning that he wanted to take revenge and seek justice, then everyone would have looked down upon him.
[The reputation of Zheng Shaoze, the Blue Sea Tide Sect, is +300, and the friendship is 2400/3000]
[Red Blood Sect Red Halberd reputation +600, respect 3600/6000]
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When Zhang Xiaosheng heard the system prompts, he knew that his reasons were recognized by these people, but the elders of the sect had not moved yet and did not care, knowing that they still did not fully accept it.
It is understandable that outsiders only look at interests, while insiders pay more attention to emotions. What I say is appropriate in terms of interests, but it is not weighty enough in terms of ethics.
However, there is a natural difference between what you say to outsiders and what you say to your own people. People from the Bihai Chaosheng Sect here have some things that are not suitable to say.
Seeing that the reputation of fellow Taoists from other sects had improved, Zhang Xiaosheng continued:
"I know that most of you have children who are practicing in the Five Elements Sect. It may be inconvenient for you to attend the sect meeting. After all, closing the sect is of great importance, and the future of the Five Elements Sect is uncertain. If you want to take people away at this time, you can do it yourself. , I will never stop you, nor will it affect any relationship between us."
Everyone's expressions were a little unnatural. Chiji's already red face was even more obvious, and he spoke first:
"Sect Master Liu's words are serious. Regardless of the relationship between heirs, our two families have always been helping each other. No matter what Sect Master Liu decides, we, the Scarlet Blood Sect, will give our fullest support."
Zhang Xiaosheng nodded slightly and expressed his gratitude.
Another white-haired old man also said:
"Although I don't have many heirs, I still know how to repay my kindness. If he were elsewhere, I'm afraid that my grandson would only be a mortal. He would have no chance of immortality for the rest of his life and would have to rely on the Five Elements Sect to take care of him. Now that the Five Elements Sect has suffered such changes, How can I take people away? I will definitely continue to practice here and tide over the difficulties with the Five Elements Sect. If Sect Master Liu can find some clues in the future and needs help, I will not dare to represent the sect, but I have no shirking responsibility. "
"Then thank you Dao Brother Zhang." Zhang Xiaosheng looked at the seventh-level golden elixir elder of the Tianzhen Sect and felt very happy in his heart.
The Heavenly Formation Sect has both earth and wood spiritual roots, and they practice formation techniques. They are both second-rate sects, but they are ranked much higher than the Five Elements Sect. Their strength cannot be underestimated.
Seeing this, everyone else expressed their opinions one after another, saying that they would join the Five Elements Sect, and naturally they would be disciples of the Five Elements Sect. They would not take him away by force.
"Thank you fellow Taoists!" Zhang Xiaosheng stood up and bowed to everyone.
Everyone knew that this was a farewell, so they all stood up to return the greeting and left one after another.
The elder Zheng of Bihai Chaosheng Sect stood up and said to Zhang Xiaosheng:
"Sect Master Liu's move was mature and prudent. It was the most appropriate move at the time. However, not everyone is so wise. I'm afraid there will be some dissatisfaction within the sect. I hope that Master Liu will make plans in advance."
Zhang Xiaosheng was a little grateful in his heart, and what he said could be regarded as a simple statement.
"Thank you, Brother Zheng Dao, for the tip."
He looked at everyone again and said:
"That being the case, a sect meeting will be held later. Please wait and rest in the side hall for the time being. If anyone wants to leave after the meeting, don't worry, just take them away."
"Zongzhu Liu wants to announce the matter to the public?"
"I'm just afraid...people's hearts are in confusion!"
"Yes, Brother Liu Dao might as well inform the inner disciples only in case the situation becomes uncontrollable."
"It's better to block than to open up. It's up to you to decide the outcome!" Zhang Xiaosheng sighed slightly.
Zhang Xiaosheng knows that the best way to deal with a public relations crisis is to tell the truth openly and let everyone make their own choices.
Being secretive will lead to countless more serious versions. If Fan Pan seizes the opportunity to make a fuss, I'm afraid the situation will be even worse.
Moreover, to close the sect, there needs to be another reason that is enough to convince everyone.
If someone wants to leave after the news is announced, then the sect will lose some people who are both snake and rat in the future. Although not all of the people left behind may be red-blooded and loyal people, at least it can greatly enhance the cohesion of the sect.
Everyone saw that Zhang Xiaosheng had made up his mind, and the elders of the Five Elements Sect did not have any objection. They also said that they had already discussed it, so they said no more. Everyone stood up, said a few words of farewell, and then walked towards the side hall under the leadership of Luo Xuan.
"Fellow Daoist Lingchen, please stay."
When everyone heard Zhang Xiaosheng calling Ling Chen from the Golden Sword Sect, they were all stunned, stopped and looked back.
Ling Chen was also stunned. He didn't know what the Five Elements Sect's leader was calling him for. His sect, the Five Elements Sect and the Hongye Sect jointly controlled an intermediate city, and there was more competition than cooperation. Could it be that they wanted to cause trouble for him?
I felt a little uneasy, but I still took a few steps back and asked:
"I wonder what Sect Leader Liu has ordered?"
"I don't dare to tell you, the Five Elements Sect is about to be closed down, and Fangshi has asked fellow Daoist Ling for your help. I am willing to donate 30% of Fangshi's profits to the Golden Sword Sect."
Ling Chen was shocked, is there such a good thing?
Others also looked surprised. It seemed that the Five Elements Sect was determined to close the sect, which meant that people from Fangshi would also be transferred back.
Zhang Xiaosheng had already planned. Since he wanted to close the sect, he would do it thoroughly. The slight losses in Fangshi were nothing compared to the spiritual mine.
But if Fangshi continues to stay behind the Eighth Elder Xu Jing, the sect's closed enemies will have no choice. If there is a design to lure him out, with his level 1 Golden Core cultivation, I'm afraid there won't be much movement. What's more, there is an inner disciple and two outer deacons in Fangshi.
Nowadays, the Five Elements Sect can no longer lose any strength.
"In that case, I'd like to thank Sect Master Liu." Ling Chen would naturally not refuse the good thing that came to his door. He had to compete for the profits of the market.
The decline in Hongye Sect's strength is so serious that there is nothing to be afraid of. Now that the Five Elements Sect has withdrawn again, wouldn't it be entirely up to the Golden Sword Sect to make the decision?
It is said to be 30%, but to give more or less is not a matter of my own words. When the time comes, it will be enough to save face. I think the Five Elements Sect has spoken in advance and will not deny it.
"No, the Five Elements Sect would like to thank everyone from the Golden Sword Sect!"
Zhang Xiaosheng said this, and thought to himself: I will leave it with you first, and sooner or later I will get it back with interest.
After saying that, he turned and left.
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Zhang Xiaosheng led the inner sect elders to the mountainside, where the disciples had already gathered below to wait.
This morning, I saw many Jindan monks from other sects coming together. I knew that something big was going to happen. They were still buzzing about it just now. When I saw the sect leader coming with the elders of the inner sect, there was a sudden silence.
Zhang Xiaosheng's overall reputation in the Five Elements Sect has reached the level of worship, and his intimidating power is naturally increasing day by day.
Zhang Xiaosheng didn't show off, his spiritual energy spread, his voice seemed heavy and somewhat suppressed, and he said:
"We are called here this time because the Five Elements Sect is in crisis. It should not be widely publicized, but you are all a member of the Five Elements Sect. I think everyone needs to know and is qualified to know."
When everyone in the audience heard this, their expressions changed.
