Chapter 2720 - 2712: Not the Time for Magnanimity

Chapter 2720: Chapter 2712: Not the Time for Magnanimity

The experiences of Jinwu Subordinates at Wanhuan Sect are even worse than those of Taixu Sect Subordinates. Faced with Taixu Disciples, Wanhuan Sect Subordinates still try to put on some pretense, but when confronting Jinwu Disciples, their hostility is blatant and undisguised.

The Jinwu Subordinates also have quite a few quick-tempered individuals. The Jinwu Technique is known for its aggressive yang energy, so having a fiery temper is quite normal.

So these days, it’s not uncommon for Jinwu Disciples to engage in fights on Wanhuan Sect grounds—giving more reason to stop slandering Jinwu!

Provoking the host on their territory, one has to admit, Jinwu Disciples indeed have quite a bad temper.

However, the truth is, the Jinwu Disciples who came to hunt were already filled with anger, and yet Wanhuan Sect didn’t behave honestly, trying to turn things around, these disciples couldn’t hold back—Jinwu Subordinates aren’t all as agreeable as You Xuan True Sage!

Interestingly though, Jinwu Subordinates taking action on Wanhuan Sect’s grounds were mentally prepared for harsh suppression—"I acted, deal with me," however, what surprised them was that Wanhuan Sect didn’t punish severely.

In most cases, Wanhuan Sect would put on an act of "enduring humiliation and bearing burdens." If the fighting was intense, a penalty would involve some Spirit Stones, but seeing that amount, it was clearly symbolic.

Conversely, Wanhuan Sect Disciples, due to "sect weakness," gradually accumulated considerable resentment.

Still, not all Jinwu Subordinates are quick-tempered; some sharp-minded ones had already noticed the issue—Wanhuan Sect is playing a sympathy card!

However, this sentiment was initially not paid much attention—not because everyone didn’t understand, but because those Jinwu Subordinates who managed to come were all filled with anger. Even acknowledging that what their fellow sect members said might be right, emotionally they couldn’t accept it.

"We haven’t even had a place to voice our grievances and you already feel aggrieved?"

Later, the problem escalated, especially twice Jinwu Subordinates clearly fell into illusion traps, thinking they were after robbers but ended up raiding Wanhuan Sect Disciples’ residences pointlessly, and were even filmed.

If this continued, Jinwu Subordinates would become a laughingstock—although the chance of being wronged was low, given they also have elders, there should be people to argue their case.

But becoming a laughingstock is already quite terrible, right?

Thus, Jinwu Subordinates discussed and decisively chose to join forces with Taixu Subordinates—can Wanhuan Sect really plot against disciples from two sects simultaneously?

This alliance turned out to be a good choice, as soon they pinpointed the area where robbers could be—Wanhuan Sect’s sub-mountain gate!

To the Seven Gates and Eighteen Ways, the sub-mountain gate is a crucial place, lived in by the outer sect, alternate quarters, branch disciples and their families, ordinary cultivators aren’t casually allowed entry, once inside they can only roam fixed small areas.

Of course, this is the actual situation, but in the Seven Gates and Eighteen Ways’ propaganda, there was never a similar statement; they even claimed that as long as the criteria were met, even Loose Cultivators and Clan Practitioners were eligible to enter the sub-mountain gate!

Such propaganda was necessary; without it, others would inevitably think the Seven Gates and Eighteen Ways were cowardly—not allowing random entry to the main gate is forgivable, but lacking the courage for the sub-mountain gate, yet daring to call themselves the Seven Gates and Eighteen Ways?

However, in truth, the words "meeting the criteria" carry too much nuance, "if they say no, then no matter what, it’s still no," is not a unique closed-door bias, such phenomena cannot be eradicated from human society.

Once the two sects’ disciples identified that robbers might be located somewhere in the sub-mountain gate, they proceeded to investigate but were stopped by Wanhuan Sect patrol disciples, who stated that it was one of the Three Great Cities of the sub-mountain gate, incoming cultivators lacked sufficient reason, couldn’t roam freely, let alone forcibly visit.

Jinwu Subordinates countered, saying the robbers were likely there, and if they acted this way, it clearly meant they were colluding with the robbers—or they themselves were Wanhuan Subordinates?

"Don’t talk nonsense!" Wanhuan Sect Disciples warned holding surveillance stones, "Dare to make a fuss in the sub-mountain gate, my Wanhuan Sect doesn’t lack thunderbolt tactics; do you know how many await revenge for Elder Brother Beishan?"

Once again seemed like a teasing trap, but not every Wanhuan Sect Disciple can properly control their murderous intent.

Jinwu Subordinates certainly wouldn’t fear murderous intent, but any intelligent individual would realize that in such situations, when Wanhuan Sect Disciples strike and injure, they would completely dominate public opinion.

Coupled with full surveillance stones, even if Jinwu Disciples die, it’ll be in vain—How dare you be so rampant in Wanhuan Sect’s sub-mountain gate?

Ultimately, this is a premeditated murder... if Jinwu Disciples couldn’t contain themselves.

Jinwu Disciples truly wish for revenge, but they aren’t fools—dying in battle is fine, but being tricked into murder is laughable.

Jinwu Disciples held themselves back, while Taixu Sect again questioned: "Those residing in the Three Great Cities, must they not all belong to Wanhuan Sect structure?"

"Taixu Sect companions, you’ve genuinely got it wrong," Wanhuan Sect Disciples replied jokingly: "Besides sect disciples, residing in the Three Great Cities are also Clan Practitioners—as long as they meet the criteria, Wanhuan Sect won’t discriminate against Clan Practitioners."

This response is quite painful; all the Sect Practitioners know it’s merely rhetoric. However, since it concerns Tianqin’s political correctness, no one can outright oppose it.

In fact, every Sect will make arrangements to showcase some "models" to the public, mostly due to various unavoidable connections. But there are exceptions—those who are purely set up for appearances.

Thus, it is evident that political correctness, regardless of the society, places considerable pressure on people.

However, the response of Wanhuan Sect Disciples to Taixu Subordinates was almost mockingly ridiculous—it underestimated people’s intelligence.

The leading Disciples of Taixu Sect did not say much more, but left a remark before departing, "You should know that the Elder Yi Jue True Immortal of the Spirit Plant Path also comes from Taixu Sect!"

The Wanhuan Subordinates were stunned, and someone replied, "It’s reported that the robbers have already returned the Spirit Stone; one wonders who is more outrageous."

With events developing to this point, it’s clear that Wanhuan Sect intends to shield the robbers. Taixu and Jinwu sects are still at Wanhuan’s Sub-Mountain Gate; however, Xiong Youshan has asked Ji Wuching to escort him back to White Pebble Beach—he has little hope of revenge in the short term.

He even apologetically told Feng Jun, "Actually, it’s my fault for being too stubborn. If I could have stepped back after retrieving the Spirit Stone, everyone would have been happy. I sought too much, which ultimately brought disgrace upon myself... The key thing is that I also implicated Mountain Master Feng."

"Implicated me..." Feng Jun glanced at him peculiarly, "Are you serious?"

Of course, Xiong Youshan thought this question was strange but responded earnestly, "I know you have grievances with Wanhuan Sect. If you had held back then, Wanhuan Sect hadn’t been involved yet, and the rules of White Pebble Beach were clearly established. Isn’t that good?"

"Let’s not discuss Wanhuan Sect," Feng Jun shook his head, "Do you think the rules of White Pebble Beach were truly established under those circumstances?"

"Weren’t they?" Xiong Youshan, setting aside the narrow clan viewpoint, had enough intelligence, "The world of cultivators isn’t just about warfare; balance is often needed..."

"You aimed to establish rules for White Pebble Beach, and if the other party returned the Spirit Stone, it would be respecting the rules. If White Pebble Beach could retreat in time, it would show magnanimity. However, I for the sake of clan reputation implicated Mountain Master Feng, which is indeed my fault."

Huh? Feng Jun found this peculiar; for a moment, he had the feeling similar to chatting with the True Immortal Ji Niang.

Unexpectedly, this fanatic had even a bit of Earth Realm’s "enough is enough" awareness?

It was indeed an intriguing sensation, but in the end, he smiled dismissively, "Show magnanimity of White Pebble Beach? Haha, I’m just starting to establish rules... Is this truly the time to showcase magnanimity?"

Xiong Youshan was taken aback, then nodded in realization, "Indeed, when establishing rules, one must leave a deep impression; only then can one achieve twice the result with half the effort... Once the reputation is established, then showing magnanimity is the right path."

Indeed, You Xuan True Sage is genuinely stubborn, but as a Nascent Soul High Stage, his intelligence and perspective are normal.

"Exactly," Feng Jun nodded, "So You Xuan True Sage shouldn’t pile matters onto himself; this is my set plan."

To quickly establish rules, swift and decisive means are appropriate. Gentle and slow adjustments are not impossible but take too long, and unexpected events wouldn’t be scarce. White Pebble Beach has limited people and Feng Jun’s time is not to be wasted in this manner.

Xiong Youshan had to admit Feng Jun’s words had merit, "You’re right, but ultimately the Xiong clan cannot shirk its responsibility."

"Is arguing about this meaningful?" Feng Jun dismissively waved his hand, but honestly speaking, the attitude of the other party made him feel quite pleased—establishing rules at White Pebble Beach was a necessity, yet no one is willing to help a thankless person, right?

Thus, he readily declared, "The Spirit Stone has been received, and I will begin refining for the Xiong clan. Tell those queuing behind to start preparing the Spirit Stone as well; one and a half days later, it will be another family’s turn."

This "notification on behalf" was a small token of gratitude—The Xiong clan lacked Spirit Stone which obstructed countless people behind. Maybe they wouldn’t verbalize it, but whether there would be resentment is hard to say.

One must not assume it’s impossible; Cultivators are humans too. Many types of people exist within the seekers of Dao—the behavior of Xiong Youshan itself demonstrated there are indeed many with obsessions.

Feng Jun gave a clear signal rather than having White Pebble Beach announce it, allowing him to eliminate some resentment.

Of course, this was his goodwill; whether it could be seized would depend on how well the Xiong Family People handle it.

Yet reality proved, once Xiong Youshan set aside stubbornness, his comprehension was not lacking at all. Upon hearing, he realized and nodded, then raising his hand in a salute, solemnly declared, "Thank you Mountain Master Feng for granting the Xiong clan an opportunity to regain influence, great kindness speaks for itself."

Feng Jun laughed and waved his hand, "I’m just being lazy; raising it to this level... is a bit much, isn’t it?"

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