CHAPTER 456: CHAPTER 288 OBSTACLES! LOBBYIST! MARTIAL ARTS!

In a grand hall of the Profound Pure Sect.

All the elders of the sect gathered, with Xuan Yan seated at the head, flanked by Xuan Yi and Xuan Qingzi.

The atmosphere in the hall was heavy, and no one spoke.

"The result of today’s Vice Sect Leader selection has been decided. From this day forth, Su Changqing will serve as the Vice Sect Leader of our Profound Pure Sect."

Xuan Yan spoke calmly, "As for the succession ceremony, a propitious day will be selected in future, to announce it to the world."

"Does anyone have any objections to this matter?"

Though he phrased it as a question, his tone was assertive.

Everyone understood that Xuan Yan had made up his mind to have Su Changqing become the Vice Sect Leader.

Those present looked at each other, silent yet contemplative.

The news of a being of darkness becoming the Vice Sect Leader of the Profound Pure Sect would surely shake the world.

At the same time, Daoism would find itself with Su Changqing as a universal adversary.

Yet, at this moment, no one voiced opposition.

The grace Su Changqing had shown towards Daoism had been witnessed by them all.

Though difficult to accept, with Xuan Yan’s strong backing, and the shift in everyone’s attitude towards Su Changqing, they tacitly consented to the matter.

"Then this matter is settled."

Xuan Yan nodded, then looked towards everyone, contemplating for a moment before speaking:

"There is one more matter..."

"Chang Qing... needs to borrow the Emperor’s Weapon, the Glazed Tower, to fuse with the Source of Law within it."

With these words spoken, everyone in the hall was stunned.

In an instant, however, their expressions changed drastically, and they shouted loudly in protest.

"Domain Master, no! The Glazed Tower is the foundation of our Daoism, how can it be so used!"

"Precisely because of the existence of the Source of Law, our Daoism has been passed down to this day, it must not be allowed!"

"Without the support of slowing down time, our Daoism is essentially crippling itself!"

"Indeed! There is no room for discussion on this matter, once the Source of Law is lost, Daoism is in danger..."

The mere mention of borrowing the Emperor’s Weapon had just begun, yet Xuan Yan immediately faced firm opposition.

All the elders present were incredulous, even looking at Xuan Yan with anger.

The Source of Law within the Glazed Tower could alter the flow of time.

It is precisely by virtue of such a divine object that Daoist disciples have emerged in great numbers, greatly reducing their cultivation time.

Thus, Daoism has endured endless ages without experiencing the terrible phenomenon of a generational ’break.’

But if this divine object is rendered ineffective, the foundation of Daoism will be heavily damaged.

Su Changqing becoming the Vice Sect Leader of the Profound Pure Sect may turn the world against them, but everyone can still tolerate it.

After all, the strength of Daoism means that even if the world turns against them, no one dares to act recklessly in the Eastern Domain.

But this issue of the Emperor’s Weapon concerns the survival of Daoism itself, and they absolutely cannot accept it!

"Domain Master..."

At this moment, Xuan Yi also took a deep breath, stood up, and resolutely said:

"This matter, I must refuse!"

Though Xuan Yi might not be a good sect leader, right now he is indeed the true leader of the Profound Pure Sect.

Xuan Yan is his senior uncle and ought to be followed, even conceding to making Su Changqing the Vice Sect Leader he could reluctantly accept.

But the matter of the Source of Law... is absolutely impossible!

Xuan Yan and Xuan Qingzi exchanged a glance, both seeing the helplessness in each other’s eyes.

They knew that the resistance to this matter would surely be strong.

But what surprised them was the magnitude of everyone’s reaction; even Xuan Yi directly intervened to lead.

"Listen to me first."

Xuan Yan looked at the angry crowd and sighed lightly as he spoke:

"When I first learned of this matter, my reaction was much the same as yours."

"The Glazed Tower, left by the Daoist Venerable, is the foundation of our Daoism, and must not be lost."

"But have you considered that the Cangyan Continent and Outer Domain demons are about to engage in a decisive battle?"

The expressions of the crowd changed as they looked at Xuan Yan, listening intently.

"The demons of the Outer Domain are strong, so strong we don’t even know how many powerful beings they possess."

Xuan Yan looked into the distance and softly said, "Whether this battle is won or lost, no one can say."

"In other words, this era... could be the last era for the Cangyan Continent."

Upon hearing this, everyone’s hearts shook, even Xuan Yi’s pupils narrowed slightly.

Nobody expected that the situation on the continent had become so critical.

"If this last era is lost, do you think relying solely on the Glazed Tower could allow Daoism to continue?"

Xuan Yan shook his head and said, "Even the Human Race will be extinct, what’s the use of leaving just an Emperor’s Weapon?"

"Why not exert the Glazed Tower’s utility to its fullest in this era?"

Upon hearing this, an elder spoke up: "Domain Master, leaving aside whether the continent will be defeated or not."

"Just speaking of Su Changqing himself, even if he has become the Vice Sect Leader, it does not hide his identity as a being of darkness."

"Even if this is the last era, the full utility of the Glazed Tower should be realized by our Daoist disciples!"

With these words, the crowd began to discuss fervently, nodding in agreement.

The decisive battle approaches, the final era.

There’s no denying, Xuan Yan’s words did make them realize the different and unique nature of this era.

But when it comes to the fusion of the Source of Law, the resistance in their hearts slightly lessened.

Yet, if this choice is Su Changqing, then there’s still no room for negotiation among them.

Ultimately, they still couldn’t accept Su Changqing, even if he became the Vice Sect Leader.

Even if, hypothetically, the full potential of the Glazed Tower were to be utilized.

The right choice must still be a true and legitimate disciple of Daoism!

"Do you think Su Changqing is not the best candidate?"

Xuan Yan smiled nonchalantly, "On the contrary, I find no one more suitable than him."

"Have you considered that the Great Emperor’s position in this era is coveted by the Ten Thousand Races, demons, and the Demon Race alike?"

"Additionally, with a prosperous age, countless geniuses and prodigious figures will emerge in the world."

"Though Daoism is strong, is there truly anyone who can stand out and sweep through the heavens?"