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Chapter 401: A Thousand Hearts, Beast Control Sect Seeks Sponsorship! (Part 1)
Chapter 401: A Thousand Hearts, Beast Control Sect Seeks Sponsorship! (Part 1)
2024-08-28
"Yes, that's impossible."
Chen Chen sighed, "So, it's truly not worth mentioning again."
"In any case, all the mistakes are ours, and you mustn't take it to heart."
"Yes, Sect Master, let's discuss the main issue."
The two of them took turns speaking, coordinating perfectly.
"This is absolutely impossible!"
In the end, both of them sighed.
"Good!"
Qu Si Fei was so angry that his eyebrows twitched, and he stood up in fury, slamming the table, "Good, good, good!"
"You two, you're truly the best elders of our Beast Control Sect!"
"You're even considering throwing yourselves under the Moon Holding Sect, and taking the entire Beast Control Sect with you?"
"Do you... still have a conscience?"
"Do you have any principles?"
"Do you remember why our Beast Control Sect has existed for so many years?"
"You... are you even human?"
"Yes!"
The other elders chimed in, all of them furious, "You're not fit to be called humans, let alone members of our Beast Control Sect!"
"Indeed, your actions are despicable, and your words make us sick!"
"What's so good about the Moon Holding Sect?"
"Exactly, what's so great about the Moon Holding Sect? It's just that their rules are more comprehensive, right?"
"That's right, it's not just that the benefits are better than the Sacred Ground, but also that they're unprecedented and will likely remain unmatched in the future."
"It's not just that they're strong, even though they're a third-rank sect, they're stronger than most super first-class sects."
"It's not just that they have many Talented Geniuses, occupying the top six spots on the Heaven Talent Ranking..."
"It's not just..."
"Yes, it's just these minor advantages. What's so great about that? What's so impressive?"
"You've truly disappointed me!"
"You've also disappointed me!"
"Our Beast Control Sect stands tall and proud, never bowing down!"
"Yes!"
"Our Beast Control Sect will never become a vassal to others, unless... unless I'm not a man!"
"Exactly!"
The crowd was riled up.
Chen Chen and Gao Guang instantly became the targets of everyone's anger, getting scolded so much that they were almost dragged through eight generations of ancestors.
However, their words sounded odd no matter how one listened to them.
Especially Qu Si Fei, who was seated in the main position...
The more he listened, the more he felt something was amiss.
What kind of talk was this?
Each of them seemed to be scolding Chen Chen and Gao Guang, but in reality, they were all praising the Moon Holding Sect?
"Good, good, good!"
"You're all so great!"
Qu Si Fei finally understood what they meant, both in words and actions.
"Each of you seems to be scolding them, but in truth, you're all tempted, right?"
"It's just a small matter of benefits!"
"It's just that there are so many advantages, and this makes you so unworthy?"
"You... you're truly the best elders of our Beast Control Sect!"
"Instead, I, as the Sect Master, am blocking your path to prosperity?"
"Good, good, good!"
He widened his eyes, his gaze sweeping over everyone, "You all have the same hidden meaning, don't you?"
"And you're still pretending!"
"We have no such intentions!"
Everyone quickly waved their hands, not wanting to admit it.
"We have no such intentions!"
"The Sect Master sees all!"
"Enough, all of you, shut up!"
Since you all have this intention, I, as the Sect Master, will follow your wishes. Later, we will hold a vote on this matter!
"After I say 'begin', those who want the Beast Control Sect to merge with the Moon Holding Sect and become a part of it, raise your hands!"
"We truly have no such intentions!" Chen Chen quickly interjected.
"Yes, Sect Master, if that's the case, our ancestors and you... won't kill us, will you?"
"Good, good, good!"
Qu Si Fei laughed in anger, "And you say you don't have such intentions?"
"Do you think I'm trying to tempt you to reveal yourselves?"
"Do you think I'll take revenge later?"
"Fine, then. Later, I'll turn my back, seal my divine sense, and then shout 'begin'. At that time, you can vote by raising your hands!"
"After it's done, tell me the final result, how many agreed and how many disagreed!"
"With this anonymous voting, surely you can't say I'm taking revenge, right?"
"It also prevents you from saying behind my back that I'm hindering your growth and the progress of the Beast Control Sect!"
"Hmph!"
"Sect Master..."
They wanted to persuade him further.
But Qu Si Fei angrily waved them off, "Enough, my decision is final!"
"Let's do it this way!"
After saying this, he turned around, facing away from the crowd, and directly closed his eyes, sealing his divine sense, "Begin! Those who agree, raise your hands!"
"This..."
Everyone looked at each other in dismay.
"What should we do now?"
They widened their eyes, not knowing how to handle the situation for a moment.
Chen Chen and Gao Guang even started dancing and gesturing wildly...
After all, although Qu Si Fei had closed his eyes and sealed his divine sense, his ears were still working. He could hear their words, so they could only gesture and communicate through divine sense transmission.
"Well, what do you two think?"
Everyone saw the intentions of Chen Chen and Gao Guang.
They wanted the two old fellows, the two Supreme Elders, to speak up and take the lead.
"What does this have to do with us? We two old fellows have long since withdrawn from the center of power and are now merely assisting you young ones. Why are you asking us to take the lead?"
"How dare you! We've been retired for years, helping you all this time, and now you want us two old fogies to take the fall?"
"How shameless of you two!"
The two Supreme Elders' divine senses transmitted a barrage of angry retorts, leaving the other elders feeling embarrassed.
To be honest, they had a point.
But if they didn't take the lead, what could be done?
They transmitted their thoughts, "Even if you two don't express your opinions or take the lead, at least give us some guidance and tell us what to do."
"Yes, both of you up there, although you have withdrawn from the power center, it's still true that old ginger is spicier! You two are so experienced and knowledgeable, please give us some advice!"
"Without you two, we can't make this decision!"
"Yes, yes, we seek your guidance!"
The two Supreme Elders: "..."
"You youngsters, you're really making this old man angry."
"This..."
At this moment, the two Supreme Elders were also conflicted.
If they insisted on staying neutral, that would be the right thing to do! As the saying goes, a dog doesn't despise its poor owner, how can we cultivators be worse than dogs? But from another perspective, if we join the Moon Holding Sect, the Beast Control Sect will undoubtedly soar to new heights in a short time. Although it won't be the Beast Control Sect anymore, the people of the Beast Control Sect will still be the same.
Even... there's also the 'Biologist' system of the Moon Holding Sect!
That's a formidable system.
If we could cultivate it, then...
It is true that siding with the Moon Holding Sect and becoming a part of it is shameful and may be seen as betraying our ancestors.
But if our ancestors knew that we, the younger generation, were managing the Beast Control Sect so well, they might not be angry or opposed.
After all, we're all doing this for the better future of the Beast Control Sect!
Moreover, even the Bright Moon Sect was able to join the Moon Holding Sect, why can't we? We've always had a good relationship with the Moon Holding Sect, and joining them would surely be better than being part of the Bright Moon lineage, right?
No matter how you look at it, the benefits outweigh the drawbacks.
But asking us to 'guide' them? Isn't this still pushing us two into taking the fall and throwing us into the fire? No way, these guys have ulterior motives!
"Hmph!"
The two Supreme Elders transmitted simultaneously, "We have long withdrawn from the power center and, thus, from the decision-making layer. Those who make decisions now are you and the Sect Master."
"Since the Sect Master asks you to raise your hands and vote, it's only natural that you should vote and make the decision. What does this have to do with us?"
The other Supreme Elder added, "Indeed, we two old fellows have no opinion. Whatever choice you make, we trust you and believe it's the most correct decision for the Beast Control Sect."
"And all we two old fellows can do is assist you to the best of our abilities."
"So..."
"Make your decision quickly!"
"Absolutely, you still have a choice now, but don't wait until the Sect Master regrets it, or you won't even have the chance to choose!"
As the saying goes, the older, the wiser.
How could the two Supreme Elders be fooled by these youngsters? With a simple tai chi move, they threw the ball back, even adding a sense of urgency—hurry up, or you might miss your chance!
Gao Guang couldn't hold back and wanted to take the lead, but Chen Chen pulled him back and transmitted, "We two cannot express our opinions first. The Sect Master has been suspicious of us since we've been in the Moon Holding Sect for years. You all have been accusing us harshly.
"If we take the lead, we might be suspected of collusion, so it's time for you to speak up!"
After Chen Chen finished speaking, he chuckled coldly in his heart.
Hmph!
You all were feeling so righteous and moral, standing on the high ground of ethics, and squeezing us with the weight of our ancestors, right? Do you think we have no temper?
Now, I'll see how you choose!
I know you all want to go to the Moon Holding Sect...
Sigh, but I won't say it!
I won't take the lead either. I want you to speak up yourselves. His expression was strange, even a bit 'shameless,' and he whispered, "You should express your opinions. How will the Sect Master know if you don't raise your hands?"
"To prevent the Sect Master from blaming you later for not giving you a chance."
"Hurry up and vote!"
"Oh, if no one raises their hands, does that mean no one is willing?"
"That's good too, to avoid any misunderstandings from the Sect Master."
The crowd: "???"
They all glared at Chen Chen, their mouths twisted in anger.
"Tsk... You old man, you're not a decent son at all!"
"Uh..."
Gao Guang also realized and started to act shamelessly, not even using telepathy but speaking directly, "Actually, most of you don't need to be so conflicted. Look, the Sect Master isn't even using his divine sense to observe."
"So, if you want to raise your hands, just do it. The Sect Master won't know who voted in favor."
"It's not like you're worried that someone will inform on you later, leading to the Sect Master's retaliation, right?"
"..."
Qu Si Fei immediately let out a cold huff, "Our Sect Master speaks the truth, and his words are as solid as gold. How could he go back on his word?"
"Vote quickly and make your choice!"
"Don't regret it later, blaming the Sect Master for obstructing your development and preventing you from reaching your peak, even cursing the Sect Master on your deathbed."
"Sect Master, I can't bear this responsibility!"
"How can you say that...?"
"Are you implying that I, as the Sect Master, am not capable of keeping my word?"
The crowd fell silent.
"Of course not, of course not."
"Then..."
"Should we put it to a vote?"
The elders exchanged glances, feeling conflicted.
In truth, the Moon Holding Sect offered excellent treatment, and over the years, everyone had witnessed its overall strength and development.
After sharing information, they understood the Moon Holding Sect's superiority in all aspects, except for the specific benefits provided to its disciples, which remained unknown.
To put it bluntly, the Moon Holding Sect was superior to the Beast Control Sect in every way.
Perhaps the only difference lay in the Beast Control aspect.
But what's the problem with that? We specialize in Beast Control, and if the Moon Holding Sect is lacking in this area, it can be easily resolved once we join them.
So, this isn't an issue at all.
Therefore...
Naturally, everyone wanted to go.
However, there were concerns, and they were straightforward. Everyone was aware of them, and there was no need for further discussion.
But at this moment, it was the best opportunity...
The situation had come to this.
If it meant death, so be it!
The Seventh Elder gritted his teeth and raised his hand.
Seeing this, Gao Guang immediately followed suit, even jumping onto the conference table and raising his hands and feet in agreement.
To be fair, Gao Guang truly wanted to leave the Beast Control Sect.
The difference was immense!
How fragrant was the Spirit Beast Garden?
They could even care for the Fire Phoenix and the True Dragon—was this possible in the Beast Control Sect?
Not to mention the abundance of Ninth Rank Essence Pills, which the Beast Control Sect lacked.
Although this was their 'homeland,' it wasn't a betrayal or a sign of disrespect.
After all, his initial intention was to bring them to the 'city' to enjoy a better life.
At this moment, Gao Guang's heart was filled with mixed emotions. He had lived in the city for years, accustomed to its comforts, and now, returning to this impoverished village, devoid of even a decent toilet, the contrast was overwhelming.
The sense of disparity was immense!
There was a hint of disdain, but not a complete rejection or contempt for their 'homeland.'
Rather, it was a disdain for the environment.
He believed he had the connections and means to bring everyone to the city to enjoy a better life, so why not take action?
Perhaps some doubted his intentions, but time would prove them wrong.
Once they experienced life in the city and joined the Moon Holding Sect, they would naturally understand its superiority.
With this in mind, and now with someone taking the lead, Gao Guang, having vented his frustration, enthusiastically expressed his agreement by raising his hands and feet.
Chen Chen followed suit.
However, he maintained some restraint, not as dramatic as Gao Guang, merely raising his hands.
The other elders, upon seeing this...
...also raised their hands in agreement.
Before long, everyone was in favor.
Chen Chen and Gao Guang were stunned.
The two Supreme Elders were equally surprised.
Incredible!
Chen Chen couldn't believe it.
What does unanimous agreement mean?! Are you telling me you've all wanted this all along? Chen Chen and Gao Guang widened their eyes, their minds filled with disbelief.
Fine, fine, fine!
If this is what you all desire, then why did you lecture us so harshly earlier? It's simply unreasonable!
This is too much!
They were both furious and bewildered.
The two Supreme Elders, on the other hand, almost burst out laughing.
They didn't seem to have much of a burden.
Hmm...
It's all for the betterment of the Beast Control Sect, right?
As for enjoying life...
Well, what about it?
After a lifetime of hard work for the sect, even in retirement, you two elders are still dedicated. Isn't it time for you to enjoy the fruits of your labor?
"Then, we will..." Just as one of the Supreme Elders was about to announce the decision, Chen Chen waved his hand and telepathically conveyed, "Are you all out of your minds?"
"Are you idiots?!"
"We will inform the Sect Master that, unanimously, we agree to join the Moon Holding Sect."
"Doesn't that mean we're telling the Sect Master that we all agree and want to join?"
"Won't this make the Sect Master resent us? Aren't you afraid of being held accountable and treated unfairly by him?"
The crowd's scalps went numb.
"Damn it!"
They finally realized their oversight, caught up in the excitement and the act of raising their hands, without considering the consequences.
"What should we do now?" someone asked.
"In any case, we already know the result, and as long as it aligns with everyone's wishes, the number of votes doesn't matter!" Chen Chen had it all figured out and telepathically conveyed, "Elder Gao, please inform the Sect Master that the number of votes in favor exceeds the number of votes against by one... no, by two!"
"This way, even if the Sect Master votes against it, it won't matter, and he will believe that at least half of us are on his side..."
"What do you all think?"
"Excellent, excellent!"
"Yes, that's the way to do it!"
"We'll follow your plan!"
The crowd understood.
It's your old mind that's so clever!
Such a quick solution, brilliant!
"Let's conclude this."
An elder coughed and said, "Sect Master, the results are out."
Qu Si Fei turned around, his expressionless face gazing at the crowd. Another elder said, "Sect Master, the final result is... the approval votes exceed the opposition votes.
(End of Chapter)
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