NOVPUBChapter 927: Chapter 927: The Immortal Sect’s Decision Chapter 927: Chapter 927: The Immortal Sect’s Decision “`
Clang, clang, clang!
The resonant sound of the bell echoed within the Clan’s Immortal Sect, summoning the strong for a meeting.
A massive and ancient hall, exceedingly vast inside.
This was the hall of the Clan’s Immortal Palace, only opened for major conferences by the Immortal Sect, and now Xia Han had opened this hall.
“Headmaster of the Supreme, ringing the Immortal Bell of Light, this must be convening the Clan’s grand assembly, what earth-shaking matter is about to be announced at this meeting!”
“This meeting must certainly involve the Grand Elder!”
“The Grand Elder was already the position holder several cycles ago, when the Ancestor of the Clan still lived, and our Supreme Headmaster was the Ancestor’s disciple. There’s significant conflict between them and it’s rumored that the Grand Elder is seeking to seize power!”
“Hush, silence! These are not matters for our discussion or involvement, we shall just wait and see.”
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Everyone in the Immortal Sect of the Clan became tense; the anxious atmosphere of the Clan had been evident not just for a day or two. Anyone with a bit of status could guess what might happen today.
This was the clash between the Headmaster and the Grand Elder.
“All cosmic gods, enter the Immortal Palace of Light.”
A voice resounded.
Immediately, numerous cosmic gods entered the Immortal Palace of Light, expressions varied—some supportive of the Grand Elder, while others wished not to see the Clan drastically change during these turbulent times.
At the position of the great door, there now stood a towering figure as imposing as a mountain range, his steps stable and heavy; he glanced at the hall with a trace of disdain and slowly walked in.
“Greetings to the Grand Elder!”
All cosmic gods bowed respectfully to him.
This person was indeed the Clan’s Grand Elder, an immortal at the second realm of immortality, Wanyue!
“Hmm.”
Wanyue’s face was stoically impassive, yet inside he was already boiling with excitement.
After years of planning to seize the Headmaster’s title, the time had finally come for fruition.
He sat down on one of the divine seats and closed his eyes to rest, displaying his steady demeanor.
After his arrival, two more immortals entered.
A man and a woman also reached the Immortal Palace of Light and merely gave Wanyue a slight nod upon seeing him.
Including Xia Han, the Clan’s Immortal Sect had a total of four immortals, with two at the second realm of immortality, truly formidable.
If the Ancestor of Light had not fallen, with a third realm immortal in command, this Immortal Sect of the Clan would have been a hegemon in the universe, but alas, each cycle’s great calamity witnessed the fall of numerous immortals.
And after these elders had arrived, a beam of light shone upon the most revered Headmaster’s divine seat at the head of the hall, revealing Xia Han.
Her face was stern, her presence at the highest seat possessed an unparalleled majesty, as she overlooked the gathered.
“Pay respects to the Supreme Headmaster!”
No matter their inner thoughts, Xia Han remained the Supreme Headmaster in public view and wielded formidable power.
“Supreme Headmaster, with this assembly now convened, I wonder what is to be announced? Perhaps I, as the Grand Elder, can make the declaration on your behalf.”
Wanyue looked at Xia Han, his face without a trace of reverence.
“Indeed, there is a matter of great importance. As the universe churns with looming upheaval, the exploration of Immortal Time and Space has come to an end, and the Feathered Divine Dynasty’s troops are in continuous motion, a great battle appearing imminent at any moment. Our Immortal Sect cannot stand alone.”
Xia Han authoritatively said, “Elders, what say you on how our Sect should decide?”
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She knew that Wanyue wanted to seize her power as Headmaster at the grand assembly, after all, Wanyue was also a Grand Elder from the era of the Founder of Mingguang, with a high seniority. And she did not reveal this fact, wanting to see how Wanyue would make his move.
Wanyue did not rush to speak. 𝒏𝙤𝒗𝙥𝒖𝒃.𝙘𝙤𝒎
Another immortal from the Clan said, “Reporting to the Headmaster, indeed we are faced with a difficult choice. The Feathered Divine Dynasty, as well as forces led by the Demon Territory and others, all require a decisive action.”
“Oh? What insights do you have, Elder Liu Xin?” Xia Han asked.
Liu Xin was a staunch supporter of Wanyue; Wanyue had assisted him, even personally helped him search for various divine items, enabling his breakthrough to the realm of the immortal. He was completely devoted to following Wanyue, showing gratitude for the favor he received.
It was also due to Wanyue’s good fortune that he nurtured immortals in each cosmic cycle, eventually managing to cultivate one.
Xia Han also wanted to cultivate immortals, but immortals were not so easy to cultivate, and that’s why she ended up in the predicament she faced today.
As for that middle-aged woman,
She was an old artifact from the era of the Founder of Mingguang, indifferent to everything, and if it were not for today’s convention and the unusual energy she sensed, she would not have shown up.
“I have no wise insights, only some humble opinions on the current situation.”
Liu Xin said, “Headmaster, you see, although the major powers have joined forces to resist the Feathered Divine Emperor, the strength of the Feathered Divine Emperor is too terrifying. I’ve heard that after the mysterious goddess left, even when the Piaomiao Ancient Emperor rallied multiple immortals of the Third Heaven to confront him, he couldn’t be stopped and even severely wounded several of them. From this, it can be seen that the Feathered Divine Emperor has become unstoppable.”
“If he truly is unstoppable, then how come he couldn’t detain the goddess that day?” Xia Han said.
She was aware of some of the external pressures, but without witnessing them firsthand and lacking evidence, she could not conclude definitively.
Although she had an indifferent nature, it didn’t mean she was foolish. It was only after she invited the Great Emperor Shenwu that she decided to completely eradicate the obstacles.
Liu Xin felt embarrassed upon hearing this.
The fact that the goddess was not stopped indeed dealt a blow to the Feathered Divine Emperor’s prestige.
“Enough, let us not discuss this matter now.”
Wanyue spoke up, “Before the Founder of Mingguang perished, he left a hidden treasure in the Clan. I believe the time has come for us to unearth it. Headmaster, please open the hidden treasure to help our Immortal Clan through this great chaos.”
Xia Han’s face remained unmoved; she knew that Wanyue had been coveting the hidden treasure not just for one or two days.
“Indeed, the Founder left behind a hidden treasure, but it can only be used when the Clan is facing an existential crisis.”
Xia Han refused.
Wanyue’s face showed no emotion, but inwardly he sneered; he thought this talk of “only in times of great crises” was just an excuse not to share the treasure, but rather to enjoy it all by oneself, slowly.
That little girl from those years, under the protection of the Founder of Mingguang, had also become an immortal.
He had always harbored resentment in his heart, having made such great contributions to the Clan, if not credit, at least hard work. The position of Headmaster should have been his, but it went to Xia Han, who had just made a breakthrough to become an immortal at that time.
What was Xia Han back then?
The most infuriating thing was that Xia Han had advanced to the Second Heaven of the Immortal realm sooner than he had. If it wasn’t for the reliance on the treasures left by the Founder of Mingguang, how could she have progressed so quickly?
She must surely be intent on monopolizing the Founder of Mingguang’s resources, aiming to reach the Third Heaven of the Immortal realm.
Once the seeds of envy and hatred took root and flourished in the heart, it wouldn’t be surprising what one may do.
“All right then, since the Headmaster has said so, we will not discuss this matter.”
Wanyue said, “Let’s return to the previous topic. How should the Clan make its choice amid this great chaos, whether to lean on the Feathered Divine Dynasty or join the alliance led by the Demon Territory, or perhaps to stay wisely neutral?”
“It seems the Grand Elder already has a decision,” Xia Han said.
“I do have a thought,”
Wanyue looked into the void, speaking coldly, “But there is an outsider among us. Li Moran, show yourself. I’ve known of your arrival for quite some time.”
