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Chapter 29: Yunyang Sect's Thorough Investigation
Chapter 29: Yunyang Sect's Thorough Investigation
Within the Yunyang Sect, many had ridiculed Su Chen upon hearing of his affiliation with Tiangang City, and numerous disciples from Tiangang City were also belittled.
However, there were still those who felt satisfaction for Su Chen.
During his two years in Yunyang Sect, many had witnessed Su Chen's contributions.
Most of these people were disciples of similar status to Su Chen, not particularly high-ranking.
Recently, discussions about Su Chen had not been the most prominent.
The Yunyang Sect's primary concern was the demonic creatures appearing near the sect.
With the arrival of winter and snowfall, the tracks of the demons in the snowfield were glaringly obvious.
The sect's powerhouses followed these tracks and swiftly dealt with the demons.
Bringing back the corpses of these lesser demons shocked the entire sect.
Previous intelligence suggested that there were approximately four lesser demons outside the sect.
But this operation directly annihilated over twenty of them, indicating that Yunyang Sect's previous intelligence was completely wrong.
There's a big problem with the way we gather information about the demons' movements and tracks.
It's fortunate that winter has already set in.
During winter, many lesser demons lack the ability to withstand the cold and dare not venture out recklessly.
Their tracks in the snow are too conspicuous, making them easier to detect.
But what should we do when spring arrives?"
In the great hall, the Grand Elder gathered the various Hall Masters and the middle-level disciples.
The topic of discussion was naturally the issue at hand.
"Over the past three months, everyone should have witnessed and felt that certain aspects of the sect have encountered problems.
The frontline camp's defense line has failed to provide timely and accurate judgments about the demons' tracks and movements.
I initially thought that only the frontline camp had issues.
But now it seems that the elites stationed at the sect have seemingly forgotten their abilities!"
The Grand Elder was visibly angry and dissatisfied.
"They say that within a hundred li of Yunyang, there are no demons, but now, even lesser demons have infiltrated our sect.
Especially regarding the source of information, what went wrong?
During the late summer purge, we had a clear grasp of the demons' movements.
How could we have fallen so low in such a short time?"
After a stern reprimand, the Grand Elder waved his hand, indicating that he did not wish to say more.
Behind him, the Fifth Elder, Sun Xue Rong, stepped forward.
"Taking advantage of this cold winter, the sect should conduct a thorough investigation to identify the root cause of such a significant loophole.
This matter will be under my personal responsibility, and we will initiate a detailed investigation from the top down.
If the upper levels are clear, we will investigate the middle levels, and if they are not at fault, we will hold the lower-level execution disciples accountable.
We must seize this opportunity to identify the problem and understand its cause."
As the top sect in the Great Zhou, Yunyang Sect was not a minor one.
The task at hand was undoubtedly daunting.
However, the elite members of Yunyang Sect had realized that this issue must be addressed and the root cause investigated.
Otherwise, the consequences for the sect could be even more significant.
Fortunately, it was winter, providing them with some breathing space.
If spring arrived, they might not have the opportunity or resources to conduct a thorough investigation.
In the great hall, the Fifth Elder assigned tasks to the various Hall Masters.
This matter was elevated to a critical level.
The Hall Masters understood the gravity of the situation.
Shang Yan and He Chao, two Hall Masters, were dispatched to the frontline camp, and the disciples tasked with information gathering were also replaced.
Yet, the decline continued, as the lesser demons breached the camp's defense line and infiltrated the area near the Yunyang Sect.
In this series of circumstances, the sect's upper echelons are reluctant to find a solution, which is truly a significant problem.
Inside the grand hall, the various hall masters surrounding them are discussing and voicing their speculations.
Xia Kun has also concluded his assistance in Tiangang City and returned to Yunyang Sect long ago.
Hearing these arrangements from the sect's elders today, his expression carries a hint of embarrassment.
Recalling his words in Tiangang City, spoken in front of others, about Su Chen.
At that time, he even said that if Su Chen truly possessed such capabilities, after his departure, Yunyang Sect would undoubtedly face significant turmoil.
His words proved prophetic, as Yunyang Sect indeed encountered some troubles.
Those lesser demons have reached the vicinity of the sect.
However, Xia Kun quickly comforts himself internally.
The issues arising within the sect have little to do with Su Chen; he just happened to leave.
Even if Su Chen were present, would Yunyang Sect not face these problems? Xia Kun thinks so, but in reality, if Su Chen had not left Yunyang Sect, these matters would not have occurred.
In these two years, Su Chen's contributions to Yunyang Sect far surpass what the sect has given him.
Two years ago, Yunyang Sect's frontline was not much different from Tiangang City, both being about ten li outside the sect.
Now, it has advanced to over two hundred li.
They believed that the sect's strength had improved, and it displayed an overwhelming stance towards the surrounding demons.
In reality, much of the information and news came from Su Chen.
For the reconnaissance missions on the frontline, how many would dare to go without Su Chen leading the way?
Without accurate information, could Yunyang Sect have advanced the frontline? Layer by layer, they peeled away, claiming credit for countless achievements.
In the end, few remembered Su Chen's contributions.
Instead, they branded him with the title of stealing credit.
Those who dedicate themselves to their work often refrain from flaunting their accomplishments.
Consequently, they become the ones despised and overlooked.
On Yunyang Sect's side, arrangements were swiftly set in motion.
The investigation started from the hall masters, scrutinizing those under their jurisdiction.
Especially the disciples responsible for managing information channels, asking them what troubles they encountered.
As the saying goes, every problem has a cause.
Yunyang Sect's predicament must have a reason.
Under the hall masters are the disciples they manage, who are squad leaders.
Usually, they are direct disciples or inner sect disciples with closer ties to the hall masters.
After questioning, most squad leaders did not feel that anything was amiss.
From their level, there were indeed no noticeable changes.
The disciples reporting information remained the same.
Many of these individuals no longer engage in frontline work; they merely arrange and command others.
How could they possibly know the reasons behind it all?
The information could only be passed down further, and the questioning continued to the next level of disciples.
These team leaders are the primary group who believe Su Chen stole credit.
In their eyes, many of Su Chen's contributions should have been attributed to them.
But Su Chen took the credit for himself.
In their opinion, Su Chen's departure is a blessing.
However, the sect's current troubles also bring them a hint of worry.
When there were no issues, everything was peaceful.
If they encounter problems they cannot solve, the higher-ups will undoubtedly hold them accountable step by step.
The days of lying down and earning contributions are about to face significant problems.
(End of Chapter)
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