Everyone responded immediately, "Yes, Sect Master!!"
The anger in Yu Yuanzhen's heart eased a bit, "Alright, don't show such expressions. The reason I'm so angry is because of the great loss of disciples in this war for our Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect. I didn't mean to blame you."
He also realized that his previous words were too sharp, and he didn't want these elders to have any divisions!
Upon hearing this, everyone relaxed a bit...
"Sect Master, there's no need for this, we all understand, after all, you are thinking for the sect."
"That's right, this sudden attack was partly our responsibility, and we will surely be more cautious in the future!"
"Although we suffered losses this time, we've gained some understanding of these abyssal creatures. If there's another attack, we won't face such great sacrifices!"
Yu Yuanzhen nodded slightly, "It's good that you all think this way!"
At this moment, one of the elders couldn't help but speak, "Sect Master, regarding this attack from the abyssal creatures, there's actually something I can't figure out!"
Yu Yuanzhen looked at him in confusion, "What is it?"
Could it be that he hadn't explained something clearly just now?
The elder took a deep breath and gathered the courage to speak, "Sect Master, it's like this. Our Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect was attacked by abyssal creatures, yet Sect Master Ning from the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect coincidentally arrived and knew about the abyssal creatures. Isn't that too much of a coincidence?"
"You should know that not only our Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect had no knowledge of these creatures, but so did the Hao Tian Clan. How did the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect find out?"
"Or perhaps, the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect knew about the attack on our Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect beforehand, but didn't warn us!"
Other elders widened their eyes, not expecting him to say something that could affect unity!
However, they quickly realized that his words weren't baseless!
If they didn't know about the abyssal creature attack in advance, how could the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect arrive just in time?
Especially Ning Fengzhi, how did he know so much about these abyssal creatures?
As everyone was lost in thought, Yu Yuanzhen reprimanded, "Quiet! Do you know what you're saying?"
"Your words, if spread, could harm the unity of the upper three families!"
Yet, the elder didn't back down, "Calm down, Sect Master. I'm just stating facts. Sect Master Ning's arrival was indeed suspiciously timely!"
"If that's the case, didn't our Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect's many clansmen die in vain?"
However, Yu Yuanzhen immediately cut him off, "Enough, be quiet. I'll handle this matter, and no one is to mention it again!"
"Dismiss!"
The elders, seeing the worsening atmosphere, dared not speak further and left one by one.....
After they departed, Yu Yuanzhen furrowed his brows tightly, "Did Sect Master Ning really know in advance, but didn't inform us?"
No, that shouldn't be possible!
The upper three families are strong allies; the fall of the Blue Lightning Tyrant Sect wouldn't benefit the Seven Treasures Glaze Sect in any way!
It would even make their situation more perilous!
Then, there's only one other possibility: Sect Master Ning didn't know about the attack, but heard about these creatures from someone else!
Later, it seems I need to have a good talk with Sect Master Ning!
...
The next day!
Under the protection of Jiang Long Douluo and Qianjun Douluo, Xu Sheng safely returned to the Pope Hall.....
Seeing them about to leave immediately, he couldn't help but try to persuade them, "Since you've come all this way, why not sit in the Pope Hall for a bit?"
Though having these two accompany him hindered some of his actions, it was thanks to their protection that nothing unexpected happened during the journey!
Qianjun Douluo waved his hand with a complex expression, "There's no need. It suffices to escort you safely here. After all, Pope Bibi Dong doesn't favor us, and frankly, we don't care much for her either!"
Jiang Long Douluo nodded in agreement, "Indeed, I'd rather not see that woman again. If it weren't for her, the former Pope wouldn't... but let's leave the past in the past."
"However, I must warn you, Bibi Dong is no simple character. Don't be fooled by her façade. Even though you're the Saint Heir now, you could be discarded at any moment."
Xu Sheng showed no particular emotion, "Thank you both for the warning. I'll leave it here then!"
With that, Qianjun Douluo and Jiang Long Douluo didn't linger and left immediately...
At that moment, a dense Black Mist emerged around, and Gui Mei stepped out from it...
Unable to hold back, Gui Mei teased, "Xu Sheng, you finally returned. I thought you might have been brainwashed by the Worship Hall people and planned to join them!"
Xu Sheng smiled slightly, "Elder Gui, stop teasing. Isn't the Worship Hall and Pope Hall all part of the Martial Soul Hall?"
Gui Mei gave a sarcastic look, "Tsk, do you really think that? Don't tell me you're unaware of their hostile relationship!"
"But those two actually dared to defame Your Holiness. If fighting were allowed in the Pope Hall, I'd definitely make them regret it!"
Xu Sheng almost wanted to retort, "Elder Gui, have you really become stronger than Qianjun Douluo and Jiang Long Douluo?"
But he chose not to point it out!
Instead, he nodded and agreed, "Of course, everyone knows Elder Gui is the most trusted aide of Your Holiness!"
Gui Mei waved his hand, changing the topic, "Honestly, I'm curious about what you've been doing at the Worship Hall all this time!"
"Even though it's a distance from the Pope Hall, you took quite a while to return, didn't you?"
"Unless you were involved in some secretive activities!"
Xu Sheng shook his head, slightly helpless, "Elder Gui, your imagination really runs wild. If that were the case, would I even come back?"
Gui Mei laughed it off, "Just joking. I trust you wouldn't do anything against the Pope Hall!"
Having spent so much time together, he's long understood the other's character!
Xu Sheng pursed his lips, "How is Nana and the others? How have they been lately?"
Gui Mei answered truthfully, "They're all doing well. They've been diligently cultivating while you were away, frequently asking about you!"
"But for details, why don't you see for yourself?"
"By the way, you must meet Your Holiness later. She's quite displeased with how long you've been away."
"Yes, I understand. I'll see Her Holiness afterward!"