Chapter 246: Sun Xuerong's Return from Eagleeye Sect
Chapter 246: Sun Xuerong's Return from Eagleeye Sect
Amidst the playful banter, Sun Xuerong wished her Sect Leader would scold her instead.
As the attendants went to invite the other elders, Grandmaster Taiwu poured a cup of tea for Sun Xuerong.
"Here, Fifth Elder, try this Ming Mountain Red Tea. It's rich and flavorful, should be quite good."
Seeing the teacup placed before her, Sun Xuerong's face grew even more embarrassed than before.
"Sect Leader..."
Grandmaster Taiwu waved his hand, indicating for her to wait before speaking.
Soon, all three elders had arrived, and today it was the Fourth Elder's turn to garrison the frontlines.
Seeing Sun Xuerong, the three elders also wore expressions of helplessness.
The courtyard fell silent.
Normally, the surrounding attendants would be quick to serve tea to the elders.
But today, they quietly retreated behind the courtyard walls.
They were well aware that Grandmaster Taiwu was likely to scold someone today.
The courtyard fell into a tense silence.
After nearly half a bell, Grandmaster Taiwu finally spoke.
"Fifth Elder, I wonder how your trip fared.
Have you brought back the Heavenly Blossom Fruit?"
Grandmaster Taiwu's tone was calm, but Sun Xuerong knew her Sect Leader was likely furious inside.
Seeing that Sun Xuerong didn't respond, Grandmaster Taiwu stood up and took a few steps towards her.
"You came straight to my courtyard after returning to the sect. Were you not here to deliver good news?"
Sun Xuerong's face grew increasingly uncomfortable under the Sect Leader's persistent questioning.
"Sect Leader, the Heavenly Blossom Fruit is still at Eagleeye Sect."
"Oh? It seems Eagleeye Sect is being unreasonable.
Even when our elder personally went to retrieve it, they still refused to return it."
Grandmaster Taiwu's response made Sun Xuerong feel even more embarrassed.
"Sect Leader, please don't mock me like this."
Hearing Sun Xuerong's plea, a hint of anger flashed across Grandmaster Taiwu's previously calm expression.
"Hmph, you know I'm mocking you.
I asked you to be patient, but you rushed off in a hurry.
Do you feel ashamed this time?"
Sun Xuerong nodded. Along the way, the disciples who delivered the message had already explained the situation to her.
It was inappropriate to ask for the return of something they had given away.
But the invited "Chen Su" had not performed poorly.
Instead, Sun Xuerong couldn't understand or see the preparations "Chen Su" had made beforehand.
Seeing Sun Xuerong's nod, Grandmaster Taiwu returned to his chair, his emotions slightly calmer.
"That young Chen Su, since arriving at the frontlines, has been tirelessly laying out plans to counter the Earth Demons.
We were on the verge of a great victory against the Earth Demon's surprise attack.
But Pang Zhongmin and Ge Yingying were foolish and incompetent, their minds clouded with unknown thoughts.
If not for Chen Su's persistent pleas to me, Headmaster Shang Yan's life would've been in danger!"
In just a few sentences, Grandmaster Taiwu explained the night's events to Sun Xuerong.
Sun Xuerong had already heard about these events on her way back.
"The news of your trip to Eagleeye Sect to retrieve the Heavenly Blossom Fruit has already spread.
Many in our sect know about this.
The citizens of Great Zhou will likely criticize us even more.
It's like handing a weapon to Tiangang City to attack us! And this matter isn't over yet. When the news of Chen Su's countless contributions to our sect spreads, people will see us as ungrateful.
We asked for help, but now we want to take back what we gave away.
At that time, the citizens' criticism will drown us."
Sun Xuerong listened to the reprimand without saying a word, accepting it all.
The key issue was that she hadn't properly assessed "Chen Su".
If Chen Su truly lacked ability, he wouldn't have made any contributions on the frontlines.
It shouldn't be a big issue to retrieve the Heavenly Blossom Fruit. After all, Yunyang Sect provided the Heaven-Grade Treasure, and Eagleeye Sect merely sent a disciple to assist, which is a minor help.
Retrieving the item will undoubtedly invite criticism, but at least there's a valid reason.
However, Chen Su has contributed immensely to Yunyang Sect.
Yunyang Sect still wants to reclaim the item.
If this news spreads, the Great Zhou citizens will surely be unable to accept it.
"The trouble you've caused, you should go and resolve it yourself.
Remember your identity, you are an Elder of Yunyang Sect, not just Fu Jianyun's personal disciple."
Grandmaster Taiwu's words not only express his dissatisfaction with Fu Jianyun but also with Fu Jianyun's performance.
Sun Xue Rong wanted to ask more, but seeing the other Elders shaking their heads, she quickly closed her mouth.
After the Yunyang Sect's frontline was attacked by Earth Demons, Liu Xingwan went to the frontline to help.
From the beginning to the end, Fu Jianyun seemed to have never heard any related news.
He didn't even bother to show his face.
"As for Chen Su's martial talent, I will arrange for someone to conduct a detailed assessment.
If his talent is up to par, I'm willing to give him the attention he deserves."
Sun Xue Rong didn't know how to respond.
She wanted to speak up for her disciple, but it was clear that Fu Jianyun had brought this upon himself.
She had clearly told him to at least put on a show.
But he didn't even bother to pretend.
After leaving Grandmaster Taiwu's courtyard, Sun Xue Rong went to find Fu Jianyun that night.
Today, Grandmaster Taiwu's words were already quite clear.
If "Chen Su" is willing to join Yunyang Sect, he will inevitably compete for resources.
He needs to prove his abilities.
Zhao Li has already discussed with Liu Xingwan, asking her to learn more about demon countermeasures from Chen Su.
Today is the day Grandmaster Taiwu is supposed to go to the frontline.
So, as the Sect Leader, he led Liu Xingwan there.
On the frontline, several disciples have been arranged to follow and learn from Su Chen.
With Ge Yingying's experience as a lesson, Su Chen's words now carry more weight.
When Grandmaster Taiwu and Liu Xingwan arrived at the frontline, Su Chen was leading others in inspecting the defense line.
After the Earth Demon attack, this period has been peaceful, with not even a single demon probe.
Su Chen could only use hypothetical scenarios to explain to the crowd.
Upon seeing Grandmaster Taiwu, Su Chen and the disciples stopped.
Standing beside Grandmaster Taiwu was Liu Xingwan.
When Su Chen saw her, his gaze lingered on her for a moment.
The root cause of his troubles in Yunyang Sect was not because of Liu Xingwan.
But this catalyst, indeed, was because of her.
"Chen Su, seeing your expression, you should recognize Xingwan, right?
Today, we finally get to meet formally."
Liu Xingwan's reputation precedes her, and Grandmaster Taiwu's introduction is a sign of his acknowledgment of Su Chen.
But Su Chen slightly frowned, and his face didn't show the excitement they imagined.
"Is there something on your mind, young friend?"
"Grandmaster Taiwu, I don't have any concerns.
It's just that Liu Xingwan's fame is widespread, and there's no need for me, an unknown ranker, to get acquainted with her."
Su Chen's words surprised those around him.
In their understanding, "Chen Su" is usually quite reserved in his speech.
But when mentioning Liu Xingwan, his words seemed a bit harsh.
How is it dark again?!
(End of Chapter)
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