215: Chapter 215 The Joyful Union Sect Loses One of Its Three Members, Its Power Greatly Reduced

He changed the subject, his gaze sweeping over Xu Ruyu, a flicker of imperceptible disdain flashing in his eyes:

"Allowing this... Xu... little friend Xu to succeed as the Sect Master of Hehuan Sect, isn't it... a bit too rash?

Our Hehuan Sect has been established for over eighty thousand years, and the position of Sect Master has always been held by someone with both virtue and talent, profound cultivation, and outstanding contributions to the Sect.

Little friend Xu... is young after all, his cultivation is still shallow, and he is a newcomer who knows nothing about the Sect's affairs.

I fear... he will struggle to convince the masses, nor will he be able to shoulder the heavy responsibility of leading the Sect to revival!"

"Indeed! Elder Wang speaks the truth!" Another female Elder, still charming but with sharp eyes, also stepped forward. "The position of Sect Master concerns the rise and fall of the Sect; how can it be treated as child's play?

Little friend Xu may have a deep connection with the Ancestral Masters, but a Sect Master requires ability, prestige, and strength!

Not just... seniority!"

"We ask the Ancestral Masters to reconsider!"

"We are only thinking of the Sect's overall situation!"

With these few taking the lead, a dozen other Elders who were close to them or harbored similar doubts immediately stepped forward to echo their sentiments.

They dared not directly oppose the decision of the "Old Ancestor," but their words clearly revealed their lack of trust in Xu Ruyu's abilities.

For a moment, the atmosphere on the Law Execution Platform became subtle and tense once again.

Xu Ruyu looked at the Elders who had stepped forward to question him, his expression calm, with little ripple in his heart.

He had no interest in this damn Sect Master position to begin with; whether it was a blessing or a curse remained to be seen.

The Little Girl curled her lips, appearing somewhat impatient.

As for Mo Hehuan, after hearing the "advice" from these Elders, the gentle expression on her face completely vanished.

She turned around slowly, facing the Elders who had stepped forward to question her, her gaze calm but carrying the unique, unquestionable majesty of an Ancestral Master.

"Are you... questioning my decision? Or are you questioning... my Revered Master's judgment?"

Mo Hehuan's voice was not loud, yet it clearly reached everyone's ears.

Elder Wang felt a chill in his heart and quickly bowed: "This Disciple dares not! It's just that..."

"There is no 'just that'." Mo Hehuan interrupted him, her voice firm and decisive. "This matter is not up for discussion with you; it is a joint decision made by me—Mo Hehuan, the Ancestral Master of Hehuan Sect, and my Revered Master, Old Ancestor Qingtian!"

Her gaze, sharp as lightning, swept over the Elders whose expressions were shifting, and she said, word by word: "From this day forth, Xu Ruyu is the new Sect Master of Hehuan Sect!

This order is effective immediately!

Throughout the Sect, if anyone is dissatisfied..."

Mo Hehuan paused, her tone suddenly becoming chillingly cold:

"You may leave the Hehuan Sect.

I will not stop you."

"But if you stay, you must obey the Sect Master's orders. If there is any hypocrisy or insubordination... the Sect rules—no, I will punish you myself!"

Leave the Hehuan Sect!

These five words hit the hearts of those questioning Elders like a heavy hammer!

Their faces turned pale instantly.

Leave the Hehuan Sect? They had spent hundreds of years working hard to build their influence, possessing vast resources and many Disciples within the Sect. Leaving meant giving up everything and starting from scratch!

Furthermore, carrying the label of "betraying the Sect," they would find it difficult to move an inch in the Cultivation World!

However... to submit to a wet-behind-the-ears, low-cultivation "nepo-baby" Sect Master? They were equally unwilling and felt humiliated.

For a time, these Elders were caught in an intense internal struggle.

They remained silent for a full half-cup of tea's time.

Finally, Elder Wang's face turned livid. He stomped his foot, bowed towards Mo Hehuan, and gritted his teeth: "Since the Ancestral Master has made up her mind, this Disciple... this Disciple and you follow different Daos; we cannot work together!

This Hehuan Sect... I shall not stay!"

After saying this, he actually turned around and shouted to the Disciples of his own faction: "Those willing to follow your Revered Master, come with me!"

With a rush, nearly a hundred Disciples hesitated for a moment before following behind Elder Wang.

With someone taking the lead, the other core Elders who had stepped out to question the decision also gritted their teeth and chose to leave, taking their trusted Disciples with them.

In just a moment, nearly one-third of the people around the Law Execution Platform had left!

Among them were many powerful Elders at the Nascent Soul Stage and a large number of elite Disciples!

The entire strength of the Hehuan Sect was instantly weakened by a large margin!

The remaining Elders and Disciples, while perhaps harboring doubts in their hearts, mostly chose to wait and see, or did not dare to defy the Ancestral Master's majesty.

Watching the backs of those who had resolutely left, the Little Girl skipped over to Mo Hehuan's side, poked her with her small elbow, and muttered softly: "Hey, Little Hehuan, you are planting landmines for Xiao Yuer.

So many troublemakers left all at once, and the ones remaining may not be convinced either. Giving him this Sect Master position is likely a hot potato."

Hearing this, Mo Hehuan smiled slightly, her gaze turning to Xu Ruyu with a meaningful look in her eyes: "Revered Master, didn't you say that he is capable of great responsibilities, has a sharp mind, and values relationships and righteousness?"

She turned to look at the Little Girl, her tone calm but firm: "If he cannot even withstand this little storm or handle this 'mine,' then wouldn't he be... failing to live up to your favor and expectations, Revered Master?"

"Flowers in a greenhouse can never grow into towering trees.

The water in the Hehuan Sect is already muddy enough; it's the perfect opportunity for this new Sect Master to clean it up properly, and also a chance to see exactly how much weight he carries."

Hearing this, the Little Girl blinked her large eyes, tilted her head to think, and then burst into a giggle, rolling her eyes at her: "You're the one with all the schemes!

Fine, since you are willing, I won't interfere."

She waved her hand and skipped towards the other side. This time, her target was Xiao Nianyin, who was still kneeling on the ground.

The Little Girl walked up to Xiao Nianyin, crouched down, and looked directly into her ice-blue eyes, which were filled with unwillingness.

"I know you are naturally proud and unwilling to be behind others." The Little Girl's voice was rarely devoid of playfulness, instead carrying a faint calm. "Making you warm the bed for Xiao Yuer is harder for you than killing you, right?"

Xiao Nianyin bit her lower lip tightly and said nothing, but her eyes already said it all.

"But have you ever thought," the Little Girl continued, her voice very soft, yet every word striking Xiao Nianyin's heart, "that the path you were on before is a dead end.

Paranoia, greed, ruthlessness—if you continue down this path, only destruction awaits you, or you will become a slave to power, just as that evil cultivation technique you practice desires."

"I asked you to warm the bed for Xiao Yuer, to put it plainly, not to humiliate you." The Little Girl stood up and brushed off her skirt. "It is to give you a chance.

A chance to let go of all your past pride, paranoia, and mistakes, and start anew.

By his side, watching him, learning from him, perhaps... you can see a different Dao and find your true self."