Chapter 709 - 686: Reactions from the Sects (2)
Chapter 709: Chapter 686: Reactions from the Sects (2)
In Five Immortals City, there are quite a few people who have heard of Ban Wu’s name.
When the news first came, many people did not believe it.
Those who know Ban Wu know that he has the strength of the Rainbow-Devouring Realm.
He is not someone the younger generation like Shen Han can compare to at all.
Moreover, Shen Han practices the Old Cultivation Method; who would believe Shen Han has the strength to deal with a Rainbow-Devouring Realm expert?
To say ’deal with’ is not precise; Shen Han directly took Ban Wu’s life.
In the yard of the Vice Sect Leader, today, four Deans, most of the Elders have come.
These Elders gathered together to discuss matters regarding Shen Han.
Shen Han could intercept and kill Ban Wu; hence, the evaluation of Shen Han must be reconsidered.
Ban Wu’s strength in Five Immortals City is what top disciples on the verge of graduating possess.
He is not comparable to young disciples.
But Shen Han indeed slaughtered Ban Wu.
The news that came stated this point for sure, indicating Shen Han acted alone.
In the yard, the Vice Sect Leader slowly rose to his feet and took a few steps.
"From this news, one thing is clear: we fundamentally do not understand the Old Method enough.
Each of you should reflect well on how arrogant you were before.
In your conversations, you always said Shen Han was just a disciple practicing the Old Method.
Now look, the Old Method seems not much worse than the new cultivation system.
Shen Han is nearly twenty years younger compared to Ban Wu.
With such talent and potential, why did we not realize it at all before?"
The Vice Sect Leader looked at the crowd with some accusatory meaning in his words.
The assembled Elders listened to these words without refuting outwardly, but secretly criticized in their hearts.
Clearly, before, he was the one most pessimistic about it.
As the Vice Sect Leader initiated such talk, what could anyone else do then?
After the words fell, the Vice Sect Leader’s gaze turned to Elder Sizhi.
"Si Zhi, you are closer to that child Shen Han.
If you have free time, chat more with him.
If you had told us earlier that he had such strength, we wouldn’t have..."
Upon hearing this, Elder Sizhi directly huffed.
"Vice Sect Leader, you should go yourself; I definitely have no face to seek Shen Han.
When he encountered trouble and held a grudge with Tiger Peak Manor.
We directly severed our ties with him.
Now we wish to get closer to him?
I don’t have such thick skin."
Elder Sizhi turned his head away, unwilling to talk more with the Vice Sect Leader and the others.
The Vice Sect Leader, hearing this, paused.
He seemed not to have heard Elder Sizhi’s displeasure and continued to speak:
"Old man is not asking you to get closer to Shen Han; although his strength is extraordinary, able to take action against someone in the Rainbow-Devouring Realm.
But ultimately, he’s still on deadly terms with Tiger Peak Manor; it’s not appropriate for us to get close to him now.
Old man just wants you to ask him and understand why this Old Method can improve so fast.
See if you can gather some useful information..."
The Vice Sect Leader’s words directly amused and angered Elder Sizhi.
"Your calculations are too loud, Vice Sect Leader."
When Elder Sizhi spoke, his tone even had a bit of sarcasm, as if mocking.
"What have we, Five Immortals City, brought to Shen Han?
Cultivation Techniques, resources, what did we offer others?
In turn, Shen Han introduced two, remember, two talents who broke the Eight Shackles.
After he offended Tiger Peak Manor, we immediately severed ties with him.
Now seeing others have some value, we wish to take advantage without paying any cost, is that right?
Even a fool would not give us a pleasant face."
What Elder Sizhi spoke sounded like scolding.
However, no one refuted their words.
The reality seems indeed so.
Wishing for benefits without taking any risks is truly unreasonable.
"Si Zhi, you are an Elder of Five Immortals City; naturally, your words and actions should consider the sect."
"Vice Sect Leader, let me be direct with you.
Either we protect Shen Han, not allowing him to suffer threats from Tiger Peak Manor and help him against Tiger Peak Manor.
In return, naturally, he should bring some benefits to the sect.
However, if we don’t protect others and want benefits nonetheless.
If Five Immortals City operates like this, it’s better if the sect dissolves."
Those words were thrown in front of everyone; Elder Sizhi turned and left without looking back.
Leaving behind a group of people feeling awkward and embarrassed.
The Vice Sect Leader’s face involuntarily twitched...
He seemed very angry but couldn’t find suitable words to refute.
Elder Sizhi’s words were not wrong; where in the world could there be such good fortune?
Only knowing how to take without giving anything.
In the yard, after Elder Sizhi left, the people remained silent, not daring to speak much.
Perhaps feeling it might be too damaging to the Vice Sect Leader’s face, Dean Sixin stepped forward two steps.
"Si Zhi has always been impulsive, speaking without thinking, saying whatever comes to mind.
He hasn’t considered some hidden and complex things.
Please forgive him, Vice Sect Leader. Later, I will have a word with him."
Dean Sixin, as Si Zhi’s eldest sister, spoke the words to give the Vice Sect Leader an out.
The Vice Sect Leader, once berated, finally had his face somewhat restored.
The atmosphere slightly eased.
Seeing this, Dean Sixin also followed up with a question about Shen Han.
"This time, another core disciple of Tiger Peak Manor has died, certain to increase their hatred towards Shen Han another level; those elders at Tiger Peak Manor will likely go crazy.
For Shen Han, the current crisis should be greater than before."
When Dean Sixin reached this point, she hesitated slightly, glanced at the Vice Sect Leader, and then at the other Elders.
Everyone actually knew what Dean Sixin wanted to say.
Now is the best time to offer timely assistance.
As long as Five Immortals City chooses to protect Shen Han, all past unpleasantness can quickly disappear.
Moreover, Shen Han will surely be grateful and try his best to fulfill Five Immortals City’s requests.
"Vice Sect Leader, do you think we should help that child Shen Han now?
Actually, that child is quite good, not only with talent and potential.
In terms of character and morality, there are no issues to be found.
If we protect him now, his goodwill towards the sect will surely increase significantly.
Perhaps that child might even know some talented young people willing to introduce them to us."
Dean Sixin spoke very directly.
The facts are indeed like this.
The crisis Shen Han is facing now is certainly much larger than before.
"Shen Han has the title of a Direct Disciple. It makes sense both emotionally and rationally for us to protect him.
Moreover, if we truly safeguard Shen Han and stand up for him.
We might even enhance our sect’s prestige and earn more trust from the sect disciples towards us Elders."
Dean Sixin continued to seek reasons; she indeed had some hope for Shen Han.
Not yet thirty years old, relying on personal strength, intercepting and killing Ban Wu.
Such strength, it’s hard to imagine how far he will go in the future.
For such a genius, it’s worth considering to compete with Tiger Peak Manor for his sake.
In the yard, this time, there weren’t many opposing voices.
Shen Han’s recent actions earned him recognition.
But no opposing voices also didn’t mean much support.
After all, it’s Tiger Peak Manor; how many sects dare to contend with them?
At this moment, the Vice Sect Leader had already sat back down in his seat.
"Vice Sect Leader, your opinion..."
Seeing their own Vice Sect Leader silent, Dean Sixin couldn’t help but ask again.
Upon hearing this, the Vice Sect Leader frowned deeply.
Between hesitation, he finally spoke.
"If old man sees it, offending Tiger Peak Manor for Shen Han remains a loss more than gain.
Tiger Peak Manor now is unpredictable to what extent they will act crazily.
To go against Tiger Peak Manor for Shen Han, the sect might suffer greatly.
However, for that child to reach this point, not even Ban Wu is his match, old man also acknowledges him."
While speaking, the Vice Sect Leader paused, looking towards the Elders.
"Acknowledgment is acknowledgment; just in old man’s view, to counter Tiger Peak Manor remains not worthwhile.
Old man’s opinion stands; if any Elders have objections, feel free to speak up."
With words said to this extent, who would go against this Vice Sect Leader now?