CHAPTER 350: CHAPTER 350: FURY

The Sect has a total of seven Respected Elders, with the other six unanimously passing the resolution that Qiu Tai won. Naturally, there were some underhanded dealings involved.

Because Elder He is currently in his heyday, it is very likely that he will take the seat of the Great Elder.

As the saying goes, ’a rising star attracts sycophants.’

Qiu Tai is a disciple of Elder He; siding with Elder He, they can certainly gain his favor. In future affairs, seeking Elder He’s help would allow them to repay favors and receive his care.

As for sacrificing Chu Feng’s interests, to these high and mighty Elders, it’s nothing significant at all.

They wouldn’t even take it to heart.

"What do you mean by being unreasonably stubborn? Chu Feng’s cultivation is not as high as Qiu Tai’s, yet he managed a draw. From any perspective, Chu Feng should not be declared the loser."

"Your actions are solely because Chu Feng has offended several of you Elders. This is obviously unfair and will not convince the masses!"

Han Dong shouted angrily.

"Han Dong, you have good talent. Chu Feng’s affairs have nothing to do with you."

"If you are willing, this Elder can take you as a disciple and do my utmost to apply for your promotion to a True Disciple. It would be a rapid ascent to a higher realm."

Since Elder He has the ambition to compete for the seat of the Great Elder, of course, he wants to rally as much support as possible for his cause.

The potential exhibited by Han Dong is astonishing.

Taking him under his wing, it won’t be long before he becomes the second Qiu Tai.

Then, Elder He’s position will become even more secure, and his status will rise further because of his disciple’s excellence.

He actually knows that such a judgment is very unfair to Chu Feng.

But he is a high-ranking Law Enforcement Elder, definitely not a kind and charitable person. He would never make any concessions for a Sect disciple who has conflicts with himself.

To trample Chu Feng into the mire is exactly what he wants.

Now, with the support of many Elders, they have already suppressed Chu Feng. However, the advocacy by Han Dong and others for Chu Feng must be handled properly.

Otherwise, it would tarnish his image of impartiality as the Law Enforcement Elder.

Elder Shoumei could be ignored entirely, as they could simply pin the label of favoritism on Elder Shoumei. As Chu Feng is his disciple, it is only natural for Shoumei to stand up for Chu Feng.

Others would not think that Elder He and the others are being unfair.

But Han Dong is a different case; he doesn’t have much of a relationship with Chu Feng. He’s an outsider, and with his recent battle with Bao Liya, Han Dong has established a certain amount of prestige.

This also gave Han Dong a certain level of influence within the Sect.

No longer just a nobody.

Like Chu Feng, he has now become the focus of everyone’s attention.

His status will definitely soar greatly.

Elder He believes that with so many benefits offered, he can certainly tempt Han Dong’s heart.

"I will not take as my master someone who is hypocritically benevolent! As for becoming a True Disciple, I will strive for it on my own strength. I don’t need anyone’s charity."

Han Dong firmly rejected Elder He’s attempt to win him over.

"The Elder Council must provide Chu Feng with a fair judgment. Don’t you all agree?" Han Dong raised his arms and shouted, immediately getting responses.

Strong individuals will always have followers and admirers.

"Han Dong, don’t refuse the toast only to be forced to drink the forfeit! Otherwise, you might never become a True Disciple in your lifetime," Elder He, feeling humiliated and angered by the refusal, threatened fiercely.

"Today, I must stand up for Chu Feng! Even if it costs me my future prospects, I must fight for a fair and just verdict for Chu Feng," Han Dong stood his ground unwaveringly.

"Hmph, who do you think you are? A mere ordinary disciple of a Sect, daring to challenge the judgment of our Elder Council?"

"The outcome of Chu Feng’s defeat will not change for anyone. Anyone who dares to speak further will be guilty of insubordination and punished according to Sect rules!"

With great power in his hands, Elder He, though not omnipotent, certainly had the ability to suppress such trifles completely.

Qin Keren, Han Xiaoying, Elder Shoumei, and others were all filled with indignant rage, but they were helpless to change anything, as a small arm is no match for a thigh.

Alone, Elder Shoumei couldn’t change a thing!

In the crowd, Chu Yun was sobbing, having cried herself into a mess.

...

Three days later, the Sect’s minor competition had already ended.

Han Xiaoying and two exceptionally talented newcomers had successfully advanced to become True Disciples of the Sect. But Chu Feng and Han Dong were both eliminated.

This result was clearly biased and unfair.

According to the rules of the Sect, as long as one defeats a True Disciple in the Sect competition, they can take their place.

At Chu Feng’s residence, Elder Shoumei and others were all guarding him.

His battle with Qiu Tai left both grievously wounded, and Chu Feng had sustained severe injuries. At last, he was slowly awakening, but his whole body was in agonizing pain.

"Master, you’re awake!" Li Shishi was taking care of Chu Feng up close, her face pallid with exhaustion. Her hair was disheveled, and her dress somewhat in disarray—evidently she hadn’t groomed or dressed herself in these three days.

She had been guarding her master, Chu Feng, all this time.

Her state now could truly be likened to the line "For you, my lord, I let myself be worn to a frazzle."

Chu Feng, seeing her swollen eyes threaded with bloodshot lines, couldn’t help but feel deeply heartbroken.

"Shishi... water..." His first words were hoarse, and his throat felt raw and painful. Li Shishi quickly brought water for him to drink.

Elder Shoumei and others outside heard the commotion and entered the room.

Suddenly, the originally spacious room became somewhat crowded.

After drinking water, Chu Feng felt his throat was much more comfortable.

"Disciple, how do you feel now?" Elder Shoumei asked with concern.

"I’m not seriously harmed!" Chu Feng took out a Healing Pill he had refined himself and swallowed it.

As the effects of the Elixir dispersed, his already halfway healed injuries began to recover quickly. His damaged organs, bones, and meridians were all rapidly healing.

During the three days of his unconsciousness, Elder Shoumei had already fed him Healing Pills.

"Master, the result of my fight with Qiu Tai must have been announced by now, right? Was it declared my victory, or was it a tie?" Chu Feng was very concerned about this.

A fight to the death was for the sake of making a name for himself in the Sect and skyrocketing to fame.

"Uh... this..." Elder Shoumei didn’t know how to tell Chu Feng.

Chu Feng didn’t know what had happened, but he figured that the worst-case scenario could only be a tie—something he could begrudgingly accept.

"Junior brother, don’t get angry when you hear this. The Elder Council announced you lost!" Qin Keren anxiously revealed the truth. Such a matter could not be concealed.

"What?" Chu Feng abruptly sat up, his face showing a shocking wrath.

Fury raged within him, tumbling in his chest.

Even if the Demon Eye Evil Spirit King was sacrificed, to receive such a result because of the Elder Council’s injustice, how could he accept it?

Taking a deep breath, Chu Feng suppressed his soaring anger and asked again, "Even if I lost, there shouldn’t be a problem advancing to True Disciple! I should already be a True Disciple now, right?"