C126 The Strange Sect Master(1)

The image of Nie Fengyu as the Sect Master had been completely overturned in everyone's minds. Even the outer sect elders were seen as lofty figures by the disciples, so it was hard to believe that the Sect Master, who should be even more esteemed, could be so unreliable. Yet, deep down, many found themselves liking Nie Fengyu more because he seemed genuine.

The Grand Elder pondered briefly before saying in a deep voice, "This young man has great potential. With proper guidance, he could become extraordinary. Unfortunately, his arrogance and bloodthirsty nature are not a blessing for our Profound Heaven Sect. He's already provoked the Heavenly Martial Academy, and who knows what trouble he'll stir up next. In my opinion, handing him over to the Academy to learn a lesson might not be a bad idea."

The Grand Elder's words were calm, but anyone with sense knew that if Woo Zhengyang fell into the hands of the Heavenly Martial Academy, it wouldn't be just a simple lesson. Whether he'd be punished or worse would be up to them.

Woo Zhengyang understood the Grand Elder's implication and smiled, "The Grand Elder is wise and shrewd without needing any guidance. His strategies are many, and though he lacks courage, he truly is a blessing for our Profound Heaven Sect. Under his supervision, our sect is bound to thrive, and who knows, we might even become part of the Heavenly Martial Academy someday..."

"Quiet!"

Woo Zhengyang's teasing was so blatant that the elder couldn't take it anymore. As everyone stood there dumbfounded, Nie Fengyu suddenly laughed, "Haha... this kid's got a point."

The Sect Master was actually siding with Woo Zhengyang's teasing of the elder, and everyone was wide-eyed with shock, even the elder was on the verge of losing it.

"You misunderstand, Elder. I meant that this kid made a good point earlier!" Nie Fengyu explained with a grin.

Everyone was floored. Was that an explanation or another jab?

Nie Fengyu, unfazed by the others, turned to scold Woo Zhengyang, "You rascal, why do you have to be so roundabout? If you want to compliment the elder, just say it directly!"

Woo Zhengyang looked helpless. Wasn't I direct enough?

"Sect Master Nie, are you planning to protect this kid? What about the Heavenly Martial Academy?" the elder demanded, not interested in watching Nie Fengyu and Woo Zhengyang's little act.

"Like I said, this kid was right!"

Nie Fengyu repeated himself, and the elder stood up angrily, "Sect Master Nie, do you enjoy having this kid slander me?"

This time, everyone could see it—Nie Fengyu and the elder were clearly at odds, and it looked like things might escalate.

"Elder, I said it was this kid who spoke earlier, you misunderstood!" Nie Fengyu explained with a smile, but then his demeanor shifted, his smile vanished, and he declared boldly, "If our Profound Heaven Sect can't even protect its own disciples, what's the point of existing? Even if Woo Zhengyang had done wrong—which he hasn't—it's not for outsiders to decide his fate!"

Nie Fengyu suddenly became serious, catching many off guard. Yet, his words left a deep impression on the disciples of the Profound Heaven Sect. Some couldn't help but quietly cheer for him.

With Nie Fengyu's statement, everyone showed their unwavering support. However, the expressions of the three elders changed. They realized they had miscalculated. Continuing to oppose would mean standing against the Profound Heaven Sect and its many disciples.

"Sigh..." The head elder sighed, lowering his stance as he spoke, "What Sect Master Nie says is indeed correct. But I am also thinking of the Profound Heaven Sect. The Heavenly Martial Academy has always been domineering, and they won't let this go easily. To risk the safety of thousands for just one person, Woo Zhengyang..."

The elder's humble approach made many pause and consider his point. After all, human nature is selfish. Passion is admirable, but when it comes to shedding one's own blood, it's a different story.

Nie Fengyu, however, waved his hand dismissively and replied, "If the Heavenly Martial Academy refuses to let this go, let them come to me. So what if they're domineering? The Profound Heaven Sect is in the right, both morally and logically. If the Heavenly Martial Academy wants a fight, and some lack the courage, I, Nie Fengyu, will stand my ground!"

Nie Fengyu's clever wordplay hinted at the elder and continued the passionate atmosphere, instantly igniting the martial practicing field.

"Follow the Sect Master..."

"What does the Profound Heaven Sect have to fear from the Heavenly Martial Academy..."

The crowd's momentum was overwhelming, and the entire martial practicing field was electrified. Even Woo Zhengyang couldn't help but view Nie Fengyu in a new light. Whether or not there was any suspicion of trying to win over the crowd, Nie Fengyu's fervor was undeniably genuine.

Seeing the support from everyone, Nie Fengyu became even more audacious. He leaped onto the martial practicing platform and laughed heartily, "Look at the disciples of the Profound Heaven Sect, each one brimming with fighting spirit. What is the little Heavenly Martial Academy to us? Why should we fear a battle?"

Woo Zhengyang smiled wryly to himself; the Sect Master of the Profound Heaven Sect was truly an unexpected character!

At this point, the three elders were powerless to change the situation. They left one by one with dark expressions, not even bothering to bid farewell to Nie Fengyu.

Nie Fengyu didn't mind this. After signaling the crowd to disperse, he grabbed Woo Zhengyang and took off into the air...

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