Extreme Almightiest Young Master-Chapter 2056 - 2038: Taking the Fall

After returning to their respective sects, the members of the three major sects immediately caused an uproar. No one expected so many people to die this time. Consequently, the sect masters of the three major sects couldn’t sit still. They rushed to the Holy Soul Sect to seek an explanation for the deaths of their sect disciples. These were all elite disciples of the sect, and they couldn’t just die without explanation. As sect masters, they naturally couldn’t allow this to happen without addressing it!

"Sect Master Xiao, the Holy Soul Sect must give our three sects an explanation for this incident!"

"Sect Master Xiao, seven elite disciples of my sect have died, and chaos has already erupted within the sect. If the Holy Soul Sect doesn’t provide an explanation, I’m afraid the chaos in my sect will worsen!"

"The same goes for our sect. Originally, we were just cooperating with your sect’s actions, but such losses are unbearable!"

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The sect masters of the three major sects protested to Xiao Tianrong unceremoniously. This incident had already spiraled out of control. Although the three major sects are subordinate to the Holy Soul Sect, they are usually independent. Now, cooperating in the action has resulted in so many deaths, there’s a deep-seated anger in their hearts, and their words were full of blame. Anyone would be extremely frustrated by such circumstances.

"Honored sect masters, I have understood the specifics of this incident. It was indeed an accident. Not only did your sects suffer losses, but our Holy Soul Sect also lost more than a dozen elite disciples. However, since the operation was led by us, the Holy Soul Sect will take responsibility. But everything has to wait until our sect holds an internal meeting to discuss and reach a specific conclusion. I ask for your patience,"

Xiao Tianrong answered the three sect masters seriously. This matter needed to be resolved calmly. However, since the sect hadn’t dealt with it yet, everything had to wait for the sect meeting to conclude, so he couldn’t make any promises to the three sects at that moment.

"Sect Master Xiao, we three are not planning to leave after coming here today. We will wait for the news at the Holy Soul Sect!"

"As long as there is no resolution, we will not leave for a day!"

"Sect Master Xiao, we hope your sect won’t dishearten our three sects!"

The three sect masters understood Xiao Tianrong’s meaning, and they also understood his arrangements. As sect masters, they certainly knew how to handle such matters correctly. Therefore, at this time, they did not make things difficult for Xiao Tianrong. After expressing their protest, they temporarily left.

However, they did not return to their respective sects but lingered in the Holy Soul Sect, waiting for the outcome of the matter...

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On the other hand, Fang Yan returned to the sect and immediately contacted Li Xing using a Communication Spirit Stone. Soon, Li Xing arrived at the outskirts of the Myriad Swords Sect and handed over the Spiritual Medicine to Fang Yan. Then, Fang Yan headed to the Heaven Demon Forest.

Currently, there is a high demand for Heavenly Grade Elixirs, so he needed to refine some for self-defense. The best place for alchemy is the Heaven Demon Forest. With so many Demon Venerable Realm demon beasts around, no one could disturb him. Moreover, he wanted to check in on Fang Le’er. Although she was protected by Demon Venerable Realm demon beasts, he was concerned about her mental state.

Now Fang Yan’s Divine Sense could cover nearly three thousand miles. With just a few steps, he reached the depths of the Heaven Demon Forest by Fang Le’er’s side.

"Le’er, how have you been these days? I came to see you," Fang Yan said with a smile, looking at Fang Le’er. For some reason, seeing her put him in a great mood.

"Brother, you’re back," Fang Le’er shouted, charging toward Fang Yan reflexively. She initially wanted to hug him but suddenly remembered that this brother wasn’t her real brother. Her face blushed, and she immediately stopped, happily waving at him.

"Yes, I’m back," Fang Yan, seeing her so happy, was also very pleased. He then looked at her and said in surprise, "You’ve improved your cultivation remarkably fast!"

"Of course! Sister Qingyu has been great to me; she took me to a Spirit Pool. With its help, increasing my strength was inevitable. I’ve already broken through to the Heaven Flipping Realm during this time!" Fang Le’er said proudly, her face flushed with excitement while looking at Fang Yan.

"That’s excellent," Fang Yan nodded in satisfaction. Then, looking at the nearby Jade King Serpent Beast, he smiled and said, "Thank you for your hard work during this time."

"Please, Young Master, it’s no trouble at all. With little sister Le’er accompanying me, I’m overjoyed," the Jade King Serpent Beast replied. She genuinely didn’t feel it was any trouble and enjoyed Le’er’s company.

"Le’er will probably stay here for a while longer, so I’ll trouble you to continue looking after her." Hearing this from the Jade King Serpent Beast, Fang Yan said little more. After briefly addressing Le’er, he added, "Le’er, stay with Qingyu for a while longer. I have other matters to attend to. Once I’m done, I’ll come back to see you."

With that said, Fang Yan vanished from the spot and appeared outside a cave. Using his Divine Sense, he informed the numerous Demon Venerable Realm demon beasts in the Heaven Demon Forest, then sealed the cave entrance and focused on alchemy.

Now his alchemy skills were unparalleled compared to before. The Soul Melting Flame and Extreme Cold Ice Fire, along with the Annihilation Thunder Flame acquired on his return, significantly improved his alchemy level. Additionally, his personal strength had grown immensely. Although refining a Heavenly Grade Elixir was now as easy for him as a typical alchemist refining an Earth Grade Elixir...

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Holy Soul Sect.

In a large hall, all the elders of the Holy Soul Sect were seated. Even Ancestor Xiao Ke attended this meeting.

"Everyone is already aware of the events that transpired on the Wantian Continent. The three major sects have lodged protests. If we don’t appease them, we might find it impossible to issue any orders in the future. Therefore, all the elders are invited to discuss how we should respond,"

Xiao Tianrong emphasized the main topic of the meeting while looking at the elders present. Resolving the three major sects’ grievances was crucial as it significantly impacted the Holy Soul Sect.

"Sect Master, this was indeed an accident. I am aware of the specific process. Speaking sincerely, if we were in the position of the three major sects, we couldn’t remain calm either. As sect masters, they have to consider the entire sect. Even though the three sects are just subordinate to the Holy Soul Sect, we must provide a resolution,"

The Second Elder stood up at this moment and said, "Therefore, to appease the three sects, I believe the Holy Soul Sect must demonstrate sincerity. If we leave a bad impression, it will plant hidden dangers for our sect."

"Sect Master, I also think the situation is special. Although our sect suffered significant losses, the three major sects indeed need pacification. Personally, I believe distributing certain treasures from the Sect Treasure Vault would help appease them and quell the protests," said the Third Elder. This incident was indeed enormous, and ordinary appeasement would not suffice, requiring treasures to effectively calm the three sects.

"Sect Master, we also believe it’s necessary to offer appeasement. However, how it is done is the real issue, as it concerns the three major sects, so it needs to be well thought out."

"Indeed, if the sincerity is inadequate, the protests from the three major sects won’t stop, and it might create a rift between them and the Holy Soul Sect."

...

Other elders also expressed their opinions, each presenting their thoughts. The real discussion wasn’t much about what to discuss but rather what should be given as appeasement. Inadequate sincerity wouldn’t pacify the three sects, but if it were enough, it would be like cutting flesh from the Holy Soul Sect, making this balance hard to reach.

Only the Great Elder remained silent, sitting with a somber expression. This incident initially stemmed from him, and he truly had little to say. Moreover, there would be later discussions about how he should be reprimanded, leaving him with no right to give an opinion.

After an hour of discussions, the attendees finally reached a consensus: compensating each sect with five Heavenly Grade Elixirs and five top-tier Dharma Treasures—an appeasement level they thought was sincere enough without too much pain.

Thus, that agenda concluded, leading to the next topic.

"Let’s begin discussing the second agenda item," said Xiao Tianrong, addressing the assembly. "The devastating losses suffered by the expedition force entail unavoidable responsibility for the Great Elder. Considering the gravity of this matter, we need to deliberate on what punishment he should receive."

"The Great Elder has always been devoted to the sect. This incident was a mere accident. I suggest a mild punishment for admonishment," proposed the Third Elder first. Everyone had witnessed the Great Elder’s dedication, and this was genuinely an accident. Even replacing the Great Elder with someone else would have led to the same outcome.

But right after he spoke, the Fourth Elder stood up and said, "Indeed, but let’s not forget the three major sects. They will surely be paying attention to this matter. If the Great Elder receives only light punishment, the three sects might criticize us further, leaving us in a tough spot. Moreover, with so many elite disciples lost, what if the sect’s disciples become dissatisfied?"

The Fourth Elder’s words weren’t without merit; he was simply expressing a different viewpoint. He, too, didn’t want the Great Elder punished but considered these factors for the sake of the sect, to avoid future issues.

"I think the Fourth Elder’s viewpoint is valid."

"But bearing such a blame isn’t fair to the Great Elder!"

"The incident was too significant, requiring someone to account for it. Though it may cause the Great Elder grievance, it’s unavoidable."

...

The other elders also shared their opinions. Faced with such circumstances, none of them had an easy solution. They felt sympathy for the Great Elder and wished to avoid severe punishment, yet avoiding such punishment risked further angering the three major sects, leaving them all troubled.

After much deliberation, they hadn’t reached a conclusive agreement. Ultimately, it was Ancestor Xiao Ke who stepped forward.