A farce

Naked humiliation!

Although it was the truth, Wang Chongming was completely unwilling to admit it.

At this moment, the more he argued, the worse it got. In desperation, Wang Chongming could only let out a cold snort and shut his mouth.

Shen Zhengqing continued to speak.

"Zhao Yuwei has been in this Sect for many years, and her achievements are obvious to all. Furthermore, this Disciple has always been kind-hearted, so how could she commit murder?"

"As for that Little Disciple, he is even less worth mentioning. Can a person with a Mixed Spiritual Root control the Mountain Protection Array?"

What?

What did you say?

Xiao Feng was enraged out of shame.

He carved this array himself!

Are you not treating me as a person?

Although he was speaking in his favor, Xiao Feng's heart still grumbled a bit.

Looking down on people, aren't they!

Li Luo let out a cold snort, interrupting Shen Zhengqing's words.

"Knowing a person's face doesn't mean knowing their heart, Shen Elder. Your Disciple was at the bottom of the Seven Great Competition, and you don't care, right?"

"Perhaps, she has a heart like a snake and scorpion!"

For a moment, the entire Great Hall was filled with arguing voices. It seemed no one cared about the truth of the matter. They only cared about one thing.

That was whether they could punish the two!

Xiao Feng watched these Elders with amusement.

Ridiculous!

Absolutely ridiculous!

As Elders, they didn't have an ounce of the demeanor of an Elder. Instead, they were like common street thugs. If he closed his eyes, Xiao Feng would suspect he had arrived at a marketplace.

Seeing the endless arguing, Si Tianyi could no longer tolerate it. He slammed the table and roared angrily.

"Enough!"

"You can't even come up with a result!"

Disappointment!

A deep sense of disappointment filled Si Tianyi's heart, causing him to recall his Revered Master.

At the moment his Revered Master handed the Sect over to him, did his Revered Master have any hesitation?

Revered Master!

Can the Sect not return to its former state?

Although the Elders' voices stopped, each of them glared with wide eyes, as if they wanted to tear apart anyone who disagreed with them.

The Lingjian Sect can never go back!

A deep sense of frustration permeated Si Tianyi's heart. He had lived for a long time and had naturally seen the Sect in its most glorious period.

At that time, the entire Sect was united, without any selfish desires. Various resources of the Sect were shared, and Disciples competed to Cultivate, but they also held nothing back from each other.

That utopia can never return!

After reminiscing for a long time, Si Tianyi finally realized he was still presiding over the case. After deep thought, he finally spoke.

"None of you have seen this matter clearly. The Disciples of Qing Peak and Divine Sword Peak each have their own story. Let's just punish both!"

Playing the fence-sitter?

Xiao Feng rolled his eyes. It seemed with his understanding, he couldn't comprehend why Si Tianyi would do this.

This will only deepen the Sect's conflicts!

However, Xiao Feng did not speak.

He was a party involved in this matter. Anything he said would be useless.

"Considering that the Disciple of Divine Sword Peak is already dead, Divine Sword Peak will not be punished!"

As soon as these words were spoken, Zhao Yuwei immediately stepped forward, clasped her hands, and bowed respectfully.

"Thank you, Sect Head, for your decision. I am willing to bear the guilt of Qing Peak alone!"

Xiao Feng's pupils constricted. He took three steps in two and blocked Zhao Yuwei.

"This is all my fault. I requested the Mountain Protection Array to be drawn. Sect Head, if you want to punish, punish me alone!"

Seeing the two of them like this, Lin Yuan showed the same expression as Shi Lei had back then.

What are you acting for?

"Neither of you can escape responsibility. You two are the only ones on Qing Peak. My Disciple was also present when he died. Those who should be punished will all be punished!"

After saying this, Lin Yuan clasped his hands towards Si Tianyi and spoke.

"Please make your decision, Sect Head!"

Sighing bitterly, Si Tianyi slowly looked at Xiao Feng and the other.

"Summon the Hall of Law Enforcement's Lei Yun Whip, and have Fang Elder and Dong Elder jointly administer five lashes each!"

Hearing such a punishment, a hint of relief indeed flashed through Xiao Feng's heart.

It made sense. After all, a Disciple from another Sect died within their Sect. Receiving lashes was something they should bear.

Lin Yuan couldn't help but frown slightly. Zhao Yuwei might be able to endure it, but with Xiao Feng's small physique, it was estimated that five lashes would take his life.

His Sect Leader Senior Brother was trying to exchange a life for a life!

A hint of worry flashed through Lin Yuan's heart. If this were the case, he feared Yan Yun would turn the Sect upside down upon her return.

However, the other Elders showed expressions of schadenfreude, seemingly having long wished to see the scene of the two being whipped next.

Lei Yun Whip!

As the name suggests, when activated, dark clouds roll, heavenly lightning descends. Those struck by this whip, in minor cases, suffer lacerations and have their cultivation hindered by lightning for years. In severe cases, they die directly, or even turn to ash and vanish, unable to reincarnate.

When Zhao Yuwei heard this punishment, her face instantly turned pale. When she first entered the Sect, Yan Yun had once told her about the Lei Yun Whip.

Yan Yun's original words were: With your small physique, one whip can make you explode!

Looking at the reactions of everyone present, Xiao Feng finally realized something was wrong. This Lei Yun Whip, could it be not simple?

Just at this moment, Zhao Yuwei stepped forward again, gritting her teeth, and spoke forcefully.

"Sect Head, Disciple has a request!"

Everyone present cast their eyes upon Zhao Yuwei, clearly not understanding what else she could do when things had already been decided.

"Speak!"

Si Tianyi had always been fair, so he naturally wouldn't stop her from speaking.

"Sect Head, Disciple is willing to endure nine lashes alone. I hope Sect Head can grant my request!"

Lin Yuan was completely stunned.

Zhao Yuwei!

Nine lashes!

She would lose her life if they were administered!

Remembering Yan Yun, who protected her Disciples on Qing Peak, he now felt a bit of regret.

If he really caused the death of Yan Yun's most beloved Disciple, then he feared his Divine Sword Peak would be slaughtered by Yan Yun.

"Absolutely not!"

Just as everyone was at a loss, a simple and honest voice came from outside the Great Hall. A moment later, a person as round as a ball rushed in.

Ouyang Lie fixed his eyes on him.

Holy cow!

Isn't this his foolish Disciple?

What is he doing here?

Before he could even open his mouth to ask, Yue Yang plopped down on his knees, his eyes full of sincerity.

"Sect Head, I have an objection to this matter!"

Si Tianyi frowned slightly, while Ouyang Lie's face was filled with anger.

"Get out! What does the Elders' discussion in the Great Hall have to do with you? Go back to Chonghuo Peak!"

However, this time Yue Yang did not listen to his Revered Master. Instead, he came to Zhao Yuwei's side and knelt down.

"Revered Master, Sect Head, Ning Zimo's death is related to me!"

What?!

Everyone present was completely dumbfounded!

They had never seen anyone actively seeking death!

Wan Feiyu laughed heartily in the corner.

Make a fuss! Make a fuss!

It would be best if they all died. Then, in the Sect Competition, I will rush for first place!