The next day, Wang Rui issued an order from the head of the clan, announcing that a sect conference would be officially held in the Rising Sun Hall in three days. This was the first time since he took office that the highest-level sect conference would be officially held.
The sect meeting requires all core elders and core disciples to be present, unless there are special circumstances such as encountering a life-and-death crisis outside or being trapped in a secret realm and unable to escape. Failure to do so will be regarded as betraying the sect and will result in expulsion from the door.
Generally, a meeting of this level is held in the Rising Sun Hall, or it is a particularly important matter, such as taking over as the leader.
Either there is an extremely important and famous person visiting, or there is an important member of the sect who has made a major breakthrough in cultivation. There is another possibility, that is, the sect has encountered a disaster.
Le Guishan and others were puzzled by this, because no matter how they looked at it, it did not meet the conditions for convening. However, Wang Rui did not explain it in particular. He just asked them to come and he would explain it in person.
Three days later, Le Guishan, Hong Yuan and others came together with evil expressions. If Wang Rui could not give them a reasonable explanation today, they would impeach Wang Rui as the leader, causing him to lose his prestige and even be liquidated.
The Rising Sun Hall is heavily guarded today. The newly promoted guardian commander Chen Yan personally leads the team. Not only does he bring dozens of highly skilled and loyal guards, but he also recruits hundreds of temporary guardians from inner and outer disciples.
These temporary guardians are all outstanding and reliable talents who have been screened for a certain period of time. The most important point is that they are all a group of people who have benefited greatly from the innovation launched by the leader, so they have unusual loyalty to Wang Rui.
Among the deacons and elders, Lei Wantong and five other deacons and elders stood separately from the other five deacons and elders, looking distinct. However, there was something strange today. Li Hongji, who had resigned as the leader of the guardians, was wearing a dark blue robe, with a hosta in his hair, and he was very dressed up.
Decent and dignified, he stood next to Lei Wantong and others, as if he were an elder deacon.
"Isn't that Li Hongji, Wang Rui's personal protector? Why is this person dressed like an elder deacon?" Hong Yuan said dissatisfied.
Her companion, who is also the Supreme Elder of the Alchemy Monk, a fat old man with a particularly fat belly, replied: "I heard that it is the new deacon elder who will be announced today, and the leader intends to add another deacon elder.
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"Haha, you didn't discuss such a big matter with us Supreme Elders. Isn't it too childish for the leader?" Hong Yuan said even more dissatisfied.
Another Jiedan elder, with a slender figure and an old complexion, stroked his beard and said: "Hongyuan, do you really want to break with the leader? Judging from the current situation, the Xutian Sect is booming. Once this momentum is disrupted,
I am afraid……"
"Senior Brother Lin, does Xutian Sect's current prosperity have anything to do with you and me? Those elders and disciples will only remember the leader's good deeds, and you and I have almost become marginalized people." Hong Yuan's words silenced the two companions around him.
Afterwards, yes, as Wang Rui came to power, they pretended to be high-minded and refused to support or understand him. They gradually became alienated from Wang Rui and even became antagonized.
By now, the two sides have become extremely tense, and there is even a day when they will face each other.
However, Wang Rui's innovations are supported by the majority of people, because the beneficiaries are the majority of elders and disciples, and the ones who suffer the damage are mainly the elders. Strictly speaking, the biggest damage is the decision-making power.
Most of it was taken away by Wang Rui, and they could no longer control the head of the Xutian Sect and control the entire sect as they pleased a hundred years ago.
Wang Rui is indeed excellent and very powerful, but he is not the ideal leader in their minds. Xu Changbo may be mediocre, but he is the puppet leader they are happy to accept.
Soon, the core elders and disciples all arrived, and hundreds of people gathered in the hall. These people were the core of Xutian Sect.
When Wang Rui wore the purple robe of the master, accompanied by Chen Yan and other protectors, he came to the center of the hall and sat on the position of the master.
Hundreds of foundation-building monks bowed and saluted, saying in unison: "See the leader!"
Naturally, Le Guishan and others did not bow. They just clasped their fists to complete their greeting. Everyone saw this, but no one said anything, but they felt heavy in their hearts.
The deeper the rift between the leader and these Supreme Elders is, it means that they cannot get along with each other. Sooner or later, there will be a battle. No matter who wins this battle, the vitality of the Xutian Sect will be greatly damaged. This is a battle with no winner.
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Wang Rui also saw the actions of Le Guishan and others, and knew in his heart that he could not get them to support him. As the early innovations began to show results, subsequent innovations in the past might anger them even more, and the conflicts would intensify sooner or later.
When it cannot be resolved, conflict will break out.
"There are two important things to be announced at the sect meeting today, which are related to the future of our Xutian Sect. After discussion with the deacons and elders, we unanimously agreed to formally invite Yuanying monk Ling Huxiao to serve as the supreme leader of our Xutian Sect.
For the position of elder, we invite Brother Linghuxiao!" Originally, everyone's eyes were focused on Li Hongji, thinking that the first thing to be announced was about his appointment and dismissal as deacon elder. Some people were still gearing up and eager to give it a try.
It's going to be difficult.
It's a pity that Wang Rui didn't follow the routine and started directly, shocking everyone inside and out.
Inviting Yuanying monk to serve as the supreme elder of our sect? Is... is there such a good thing?
Xutian Sect currently only has one Yuanying monk, Leguishan, and it is in the early stage of Yuanying. If the sect has another Yuanying elder, then...
The strength of the entire sect will be greatly improved, and it will jump directly from the current first-class mid-level sect to the first-class top sect.
At this time, everyone seemed to be no longer paying much attention to the conflict between Wang Rui, Le Guishan and others. After all, the impact of the addition of a Nascent Soul Elder was extremely huge.
When Ling Huxiao, wearing a luxurious brocade robe, matched with the honor of his immortal style, stepped out calmly and calmly, and came to the crowd, he immediately attracted countless eyes.
A spiritual pressure unique to the Nascent Soul cultivator quickly emerged from Linghu Xiao's body and spread, causing many people who had doubts in their hearts to change their colors and not dare to make mistakes.
"I object!" An inappropriate voice sounded, and it was a woman's voice. Suddenly everyone's eyes turned to the owner of the voice.
At this time, Taoist Hongyuan felt the gazes from all around, especially the pressure of Linghu Xiao's gaze, which made her extremely uncomfortable, but she still wanted to speak out.
"Oh, Elder Hongyuan, tell me the reasons for your objection." Wang Rui was not surprised. If they didn't jump out to object, it would actually make him wary.
Hong Yuan came out of the queue, looked up at Wang Rui, who looked as enigmatic as usual, and pointed at Linghu Xiao, who was calm and composed, and said: "Although this person is a Yuanying monk, our Xutian Sect also welcomes strong people.
Join us, but we and our ancestors don’t know anything about him, his origins, etc. Shouldn’t the leader report it first? Does the leader think there is an ulterior reason during this period?”
These words were quite heartbreaking, but they also gained support from some people, such as the five deacons and elders who were opposed to Lei Wantong, Li Hongji and others, as well as some elders and disciples who were opposed to Wang Rui.
Everyone looked at Wang Rui again, waiting for his explanation.
Wang Rui yawned and looked a little bored. This look made Hong Yuan and others even more dissatisfied. This was Chi Guoguo's disdain.
"Senior Linghu is a great man of his generation, with a great reputation. About a few years ago, I and Senior Linghu broke into the land of the demon clan in Dongxuan Continent, and clashed with the four major tribes in Xiwu City. In the end, the Nascent Soul monks from the four major tribes were ordered to
Senior Fox killed several people and was defeated, so I thought of inviting him. Senior also had intentions at the time, but at that time I was too soft-spoken to make a commitment. Until a year ago, I took over as the leader.
After that, I sent people to search for traces of my senior. Unexpectedly, my hard work paid off. I finally found Senior Linghu recently. Naturally, I took advantage of my current status as the leader to formally invite Senior Linghu to join our Xutian Sect.
"Are you satisfied with this explanation?" Wang Rui gave a brief explanation, 70% truth and 30% lies, so that people couldn't think of anything wrong for a while.
However, after Wang Rui said this, everyone present immediately became excited. It turned out that almost ten years ago, the human race's immortal master who shook the demon clan's territory and killed several demon clan Yuanying monks was the one in front of him. Now,
, but he became the elder of their Xutian Sect, which is really unexpected.
"It turns out that he is the one who disturbed the demon tribe's peace."
"Behead several Nascent Soul cultivators of the same level, hiss..."
"Definitely the number one Nascent Soul cultivator!"
"Not the first person, but definitely the best. I'm afraid the Yuanying monks from the four major sects may not be able to beat our Elder Linghu."
As word of Linghu Xiao's fierce performance spread, the direction of the wind suddenly changed. Almost no one doubted it anymore. After all, this was a top Nascent Soul monk. If he missed it, other sects would send out invitations at all costs, and
He would also offend Linghu Xiao and be resented by such a Yuanying monk. The Xutian Sect would definitely be miserable.
Hong Yuan still wanted to struggle, but was pulled away by two companions beside her. Le Guishan directly told her to shut up, and then took the initiative to clasp his fists and bow and said: "It's really great that the leader can invite such a great god to our Xutian Sect to take charge.
This is the blessing of the Xutian Sect. Pindao is happy to return to the mountain and welcome fellow Taoist Linghu to settle in the Xutian Sect."
Linghu Xiao couldn't help but secretly admire Le Guishan's sense of humor. If he had to make a scene, it would be impossible to say that he would just take the opportunity to hit him hard and establish his prestige. Unfortunately, Le Guishan immediately chose to cooperate, causing his plan to fail.
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"You are so polite, Fellow Daoist Le, Linghu is being polite!" Linghu Xiao returned the gesture with his fists clasped.
Seeing this, the others immediately clasped their fists and bowed to salute Linghu Xiao: "I've seen Elder Linghu!"
"I've met you all, no courtesy. From now on we are all from the same sect, and we hope to take care of each other!" Ling Huxiao said in an mature and solemn voice, immediately winning the respect and admiration of most people.
Later, Wang Rui took advantage of the situation and announced the second thing. Li Hongji, the original guardian leader, resigned from the post of guardian and officially became the deacon elder. Hong Yuan planned to continue to oppose, but Le Guishan directly sealed her spiritual power and body, making her unable to move.
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As a result, the number of deacons and elders became eleven, and those who supported Wang Rui accounted for six. Once the decision could not be made, Wang Rui could directly overwhelm the opponent with their numbers, and basically controlled the structure of Xutian Sect.