75: A pile of loose sand

Back then, Yang Xiao and Fan Yao were both peers of Daiqisi.

As the saying goes, "A graceful lady is a fit mate for a gentleman."

Of course, that's not to say all men are gentlemen.

However, lust is a man's nature, especially when it comes to a beautiful woman.

They originally thought that since Daiqisi was part of the Ming Cult, they could benefit from their proximity.

They never expected that she would eventually be snatched away by an outsider like Han Qianye.

Although Yang Xiao was very sad when he found out at the time, he still respected Daiqisi's decision.

Furthermore, Fan Yao's reaction was very calm back then, and he even offered words of blessing.

Who would have thought that Fan Yao had actually moved against Han Qianye in secret.

Had Duan Zhengchun not spoken up, they would never have imagined in their entire lives that Fan Yao was the one behind it.

Because as far as they knew, Fan Yao was already dead.

How could the truth of the matter ever be traced back to Fan Yao?

The reason Duan Zhengchun told Daiqisi directly was also to let her say goodbye to the past.

Although Daiqisi's loyalty to him wouldn't change now, having his own woman harbor another man in her heart while being with him...

...made him feel uncomfortable.

"Truly, lust clouds the mind. I never expected Fan Yao to do such a thing," Yang Xiao said, shaking his head with a sigh.

"Alright, the matter is resolved. Yang Xiao, consolidate the Ming Cult as soon as possible. I don't want to see the Ming Cult like a scattered mess ever again."

"If such infighting occurs again, it will prove that there is a problem with your capability."

"You know the consequences of that," Duan Zhengchun said, looking at Yang Xiao.

"Yes, Young Master. I definitely won't let you down," Yang Xiao promised.

"And to everyone else present, I hope you can truly act in the best interest of the Ming Cult and not think of feigning compliance while secretly opposing it."

"If I find out anyone is playing tricks behind the scenes, don't blame me for being heartless."

"Of course, if Yang Xiao truly lacks the ability, I won't let him continue to sit in this position."

"The position of Cult Leader is for the capable. If anyone can prove they are more capable than Yang Xiao in the future, then show your true skills. I don't mind letting them become the Cult Leader," Duan Zhengchun announced loudly.

Everyone looked at each other, seeing the excitement in one another's eyes.

If that was the case, they all had a chance to compete for the position of Cult Leader.

Of course, the prerequisite was having enough strength.

"Young Master, can I understand your words to mean that anyone has a chance to compete for the Cult Leader's position? As long as they are strong enough?" Zhou Dian looked at Duan Zhengchun excitedly.

"Correct. Sitting in the Cult Leader's position without ability is called being unworthy of the rank."

"I don't keep idle people under me. So, to be a good Cult Leader, one must not only be strong but also have outstanding capabilities."

"Only then can one win over the people, right?" Duan Zhengchun said.

"What the Young Master says is absolutely right. Zhou Dian is impressed," Zhou Dian said with a smile.

"Alright, I'm tired. Find me a place; I want to rest," Duan Zhengchun said directly.

"Buhui, why haven't you taken the Young Master to rest yet?" Yang Xiao said, looking at Yang Buhui.

"Ah? Yes, Father," Yang Buhui nodded, her pretty face flushing red.

She already had a premonition of what might happen next, but to her surprise, she didn't feel much repulsion in her heart.

Especially when she saw Duan Zhengchun's handsome face, her heart inexplicably began to race.

After all the tossing and turning on this journey, her whole body felt uncomfortable.

"Young Master, are you satisfied with this place? If not, I can take you to another room," Yang Buhui said, her face blushing.

"It's fine. I don't have many requirements for where I stay," Duan Zhengchun said directly.

"Yes, Young Master..."

Yang Buhui's heart trembled, the corners of her mouth curved slightly upward, and she turned to walk out with a blushing face.

"Don't look at me like that. I'm doing this for your sake. Here, see this? Take it," Duan Zhengchun said, taking out a dà huán dān.

"Is this... the Shaolin Temple's dà huán dān?" Daiqisi said in surprise.

She hadn't expected Duan Zhengchun to have so many good things.

Not only did he have the marrow cleansing pill that had been lost for a thousand years, but now he was also taking out a dà huán dān.

Just how wealthy was this guy? He could just take out such Medicinal Pills at will.

"What Shaolin Temple's dà huán dān? The Shaolin Temple's dà huán dān isn't even in the same league as mine."

"My dà huán dān has absolutely no side effects."

"The Shaolin Temple's can't compare at all. Besides, the entire Shaolin Temple today probably doesn't have more than ten dà huán dān. How can they compare to this Prince's?" Duan Zhengchun said with a curl of his lip.

"Pfft, give you a little praise and you start boasting," Daiqisi said, curling her lip.

"Whether it's boasting or not, you'll find out later," Duan Zhengchun said.

While they were talking, Yang Buhui had already had someone prepare the bathwater.