Chapter 164: Keen Insight, Spot Talent at a Glance
Chapter 164: Keen Insight, Spot Talent at a Glance
Taiwu Zhenren nodded in agreement with Sun Xuerong's words.
"Fifth Elder, that's exactly what I was thinking."
"This expelled disciple has damaged our Yunyang Sect's reputation considerably.
Moreover, we have our own issues, and the frontline defense has never stabilized.
We don't have the extra energy to deal with these matters."
"Sect Leader, I don't think we need to rush this matter.
For such an outstanding disciple, we can afford to be more patient.
Currently, he has misunderstandings and doubts about our Yunyang Sect.
Let's wait a little longer, and the truth will eventually be revealed.
Once the frontline stabilizes and we have more time, we can expose the despicable deeds of Tiangang City to the world.
The citizens of the Great Zhou Dynasty will realize that Su Chen is just a figure Tiangang City deliberately promoted to gain face. Our Yunyang Sect's reputation will be restored.
At that time, we can talk to that child, Chen Su. I believe he won't refuse again."
Sun Xuerong's suggestion seemed more reliable.
After all, the rumors surrounding Su Chen would eventually need to be addressed by the Yunyang Sect.
"If we get along well with that child now, we'll have many opportunities in the future.
The courtyard can't retain talented individuals for long.
That child, Chen Su, truly has talent. Even the Falcon Sect couldn't keep him, and sooner or later, he'll come to our Yunyang Sect."
Sun Xuerong's words seemed to indicate that she believed she had everything under control.
This "Chen Su" would undoubtedly join the Yunyang Sect.
Inside the room, several elders listened to Taiwu Zhenren's evaluation of "Chen Su" and envisioned his image, forming their own expectations.
The fact that their sect leader gave such high praise meant that everyone already knew the extent of his talent and potential.
After speaking about "Chen Su," Sun Xuerong's face broke into a smile.
Finally, some good news about Fu Jianyun and Liu Xingwan's performance on the frontline had arrived.
She was ready to report it to Taiwu Zhenren.
Recently, Fu Jianyun and Liu Xingwan's performance on the frontline had been somewhat lackluster.
The two Celestial Talent disciples were considered dispensable by other disciples.
Their reputations had suffered significantly.
Moreover, they lived separately and enjoyed better treatment than the other disciples.
On the frontline, more people had complaints about the two of them.
Sun Xuerong felt that their recent achievements had somewhat redeemed their reputation.
"Sect Leader, in the past few days, that child, Jianyun, has performed well on the frontline.
During the recent ambush, he slew over thirty demons.
Last night, he even slew over forty demons.
He protected several segments of the defense line throughout the night, accumulating numerous merits without disgracing us."
Sun Xuerong recounted these achievements.
She had intended to share this news, hoping for her sect leader's approval and praise for Fu Jianyun.
However, upon hearing this, Taiwu Zhenren's expression turned even colder.
"Fifth Elder, do you truly consider these as merits?" Taiwu Zhenren asked in return, causing Sun Xuerong to pause slightly.
"In the short time spent slaying demons and exorcising evil, he has slain nearly a hundred demons.
Sect Leader, no matter how you look at it, these are still merits."
The tone of her sect leader's words puzzled her, as she couldn't understand why they carried a hint of reproach.
Taiwu Zhenren raised his eyes to glance at Sun Xuerong and lightly tapped his fingers on the table.
"Before the defensive fortifications were built, what was Jianyun doing? When demons infiltrated the frontline defense, how many demons did he slay? Fifth Elder, do you know what the other disciples on the frontline are saying about him?"
Sun Xuerong hadn't expected her sect leader to have already received this information, seemingly even more than she knew.
Taiwu Zhenren had arranged for someone to send him daily updates on various aspects of the sect.
The situation on the frontlines, and Fu Jianyun and Liu Xingwan's actions, were especially closely monitored.
"Sect Master, Jianyun is indeed slaying demons and exorcising evil," said one of the elders.
"Slaying demons and exorcising evil, he certainly knows how to do that. But when it comes to setting up obstacle traps, many of the frontline defense segments have already gained the ability to slay the attacking demons," Taiwu Zhenren continued.
"He has trapped the demons, and at this moment, he strikes, slaying all the demons in one go. He does have some strength; he's always able to strike first before others can act. But how will the other disciples see this!"
As Taiwu Zhenren spoke, the others seemed to realize the implications. Fu Jianyun's actions gave the impression that he was claiming credit for others' work.
"You're still here, trying to claim credit for him. The resentment of the frontline disciples towards him will only grow stronger. When demons were hard to slay, he didn't show his strength to everyone. Now that others have worked hard to trap the demons, he can finally contribute. In this situation, even if I were to favor him, it would seem like he's taking credit for the efforts of other disciples."
After Taiwu Zhenren finished speaking, Sun Xuerong also became increasingly aware of the seriousness of the issue.
"I understand, Sect Master. I'll immediately tell Jianyun to contribute his achievements and distribute the rewards to the disciples who participated in the ambush. We can't let this credit-stealing reputation stick to him."
Sun Xuerong was quick to react, immediately grasping the issue at hand.
Taiwu Zhenren nodded in agreement.
"That disciple named Su Chen was expelled from the sect because of his greed for credit. If Jianyun is labeled with such a reputation, how can we explain it then? Although we all know that Jianyun and Su Chen are different, Jianyun's actions are unintentional. But those who seek trouble will make a big deal out of this. They'll ask why we expelled Su Chen but not Jianyun. At that time, we'll be the ones looking bad."
Taiwu Zhenren's words were deeply insightful.
Sun Xuerong, standing nearby, nodded repeatedly, ready to handle these matters today.
After resolving the issues on the frontline, they would have to deal with the mudslinging from Su Chen and Tiangang City.
Giving Jianyun a negative reputation now would only make things more difficult later.
"Additionally, regarding the news about this disciple named Chen Su, we must not let it leak out. The Falcon Sect only granted him the status of a direct disciple this year after he joined three years ago. It seems they value him, but the Falcon Sect's upper echelons are definitely unaware of Chen Su's exceptional talent and potential. If the news gets out, it will be harder for us to recruit him to the Yunyang Sect. Moreover, the Falcon Sect has Tiangang City nearby. Once the news spreads, Tiangang City will have an easier time taking Chen Su away from us."
The elders beside him nodded in agreement, understanding the logic.
Before the matter was resolved, they must not even let the gods know.
At this moment, the Yunyang Sect's upper echelons were still confident in their judgment, believing that only they could see Chen Su's true talent and potential.
All talented and outstanding disciples would be exposed under their scrutiny, leaving no room for escape.
However, in Su Chen's eyes, there were more than just himself who were overlooked in the Yunyang Sect.
Initially, many excellent disciples on the frontlines had been reassigned to the rear.
Lacking resources and guidance, they had few opportunities to showcase their abilities.
Speaking of which, the Yunyang Sect's rules would inevitably bury many outstanding talents compared to Tiangang City.
Those who remained were the favorites of the sect's upper echelons, easy to control.
(End of Chapter)
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