A role model for disciples, only one is needed?
The Sect Leader’s words caused quite a stir among the disciples and elders.
The tension was palpable!
Wasn’t this clearly stirring up trouble?
“You all know that so-called strong individuals must step on the heads of the weak to reach the peak,” the Sect Leader tapped her small foot and continued, “In the face of true strength, there is no such thing as harmonious coexistence.”
“Tang Xin, Yi Rou, both of you have performed well. So, we must choose one to become the rightful ‘Chief Disciple.'”
“What?”
A choice between two for the Chief Disciple?
Everyone was surprised not by the candidates, but because… wasn’t Tang Xin always the Chief Disciple of the Xuanling Sect?
According to the rules of the cultivation world, a sect’s Chief Disciple is not usually replaced unless they commit a major mistake. The focus of cultivation is not something that can be changed so easily.
“Sect Leader?” Grand Elder Xuan Miao immediately responded, “Shouldn’t this matter be reconsidered?”
“Yes, changing the Chief Disciple is a significant matter, it needs thorough discussion…”
“I think this decision is a bit hasty…”
Tang Xin’s previous performance in the Xuanling Sect was evident to all. Although her reputation among the disciples wasn’t great, her management results were often surprisingly good.
Yi Rou has only been managing for a few months, how could she possibly overturn Tang Xin’s years of achievements?
“It is precisely because the matter of the Chief Disciple is significant that we need to carefully determine the candidate.”
The Fourth Elder, who had been silent, suddenly spoke.
“That’s right, that makes sense.”
The Third Elder echoed.
The core elders were clearly divided into two factions: those opposing the two-choice decision and those supporting the reconsideration of the Chief Disciple, each holding their ground.
Boom——
Sitting on the throne, Dao Lord Yu Lingzi snapped her fingers, and a thunderous sound echoed in everyone’s ears, shaking their spirits.
The hall instantly fell silent.
“I’ve already made my decision on this matter,” the Sect Master said. “I never said I would remove Tang Xin. Since there’s a dispute, let’s settle it with a competition. Tang Xin, do you have any objections?”
“What kind of competition?” Tang Xin cupped his fists and asked.
“The three most important tasks of a chief disciple: maintaining the sect’s image externally, managing the sect’s disciples internally, and ensuring your own cultivation level,” the Sect Master looked at her and said, “We’ll use these three tasks as the basis for a competition, lasting three months.”
“If you win, you’ll receive the sect’s golden token, with authority equivalent to an elder. If you lose, you’ll be demoted to an ordinary direct disciple. How about it?”
Winning would elevate her status? Losing would lower it?
This…
Tang Xin thought for a moment and slowly nodded.
“I accept.”
“Yi Rou,” the Sect Master turned to the other person, “what about you?”
“I will not disappoint the Sect Master!” Yi Rou tried hard to maintain her “smiling” face, but the trembling corners of her mouth betrayed her inner excitement.
Indeed, to challenge Tang Xin’s position as the chief disciple, she had to align with the Sect Master. Even the core elders were not enough to restrain this formidable person!
“Good, I like your fighting spirit,” Dao Lord Yu Lingzi jumped down from the throne and waved her hand. “That’s all I have to say. The rest of you may leave.”
“Yes.”
The disciples all took their leave.
It wouldn’t be long before this news spread throughout the Xuanling Sect, and even to other sects in Qingzhou…
Tang Xin’s position as the chief disciple was in jeopardy!
…
After the disciples and elders dispersed, the Grand Elder Xuan Miao, who stood beside the Sect Leader, spoke again.
“Sect Leader, you don’t really intend to remove Tang Xin from her chief position, do you?”
“Remove her? Why would I do that? Isn’t she doing quite well?”
Dao Lord Yu Lingzi looked at her with a puzzled expression.
“Then why did you propose the competition…?”
The Grand Elder pondered.
“Besides the Sect Leader, no one in a cultivation sect should hold absolute power,” Dao Lord Yu Lingzi said with a profound tone, hands clasped behind her back. “This is not conducive to development, whether for the sect or the individual.”
“You want to motivate her?”
Elder Xuan Miao guessed the Sect Leader’s intention.
“Didn’t she just complete a demon-slaying mission and gain fame even in other sects?” Dao Lord Yu Lingzi said proudly. “If we don’t suppress her a bit now, won’t she become too arrogant?”
“Indeed, the younger disciples’ mentality is not as mature as ours,” the Grand Elder nodded. “The Sect Leader’s experience is invaluable; you immediately saw the potential crisis. It would be a pity if such a talent like Tang Xin were ruined in this way.”
“As a leader, one must have a long-term vision,” the Sect Leader said confidently. “When I was the chief disciple, I didn’t quite understand the Sect Leader’s intentions, but later I realized their good intentions.”
“When Tang Xin matures, she will also appreciate our guidance…”
…
Outside the main hall.
“Now you understand, right?” Tang Xin spread her hands. “Their intention is clear. Under the guise of a competition, they want to give me a wake-up call.”
“I see…”
Shui Qiu nodded like a pecking chick.
When Shui Qiu just came out of the Sect Leader’s Hall, she was extremely angry.
“How does that person have the qualifications to compete with Senior Sister Tang? She only took advantage of Senior Sister Tang’s seclusion, used her connections to snatch the position of chief disciple, and gathered some followers. Now she dares to challenge the wise, beautiful, powerful, and adorable Senior Sister Tang?”
“A woman with such a venomous heart, does she even deserve it?”
Then Tang Xin explained the intricacies of the situation to her.
“Senior Sister, what are you planning to do?” Shui Qiu asked with her big, watery eyes, full of concern. “Defeat her fair and square to make the Sect Leader recognize your potential?”
“No,” Tang Xin stretched lazily and said, “I plan to help Yi Rou become the chief disciple of the Xuanling Sect.”
“Ah…?”
Shui Qiu showed a “What are you talking about?” expression.
“I’m tired,” Senior Sister patiently explained. “Every day, I endure immense psychological pressure, and it’s becoming overwhelming. Since she wants the chief position so badly, let her have it.”
“But…”
The young girl didn’t know what to say for a moment.
This is the chief position, something many disciples dream of. How can you just give it up?
Tang Xin smiled knowingly.
Why give it up?
What’s so good about the chief disciple position of the Xuanling Sect?
Think about it carefully. Whether it’s making enemies with the “protagonist,” getting involved with the demonic path, or the future fall into the demonic path, aren’t all these things related to the identity of the chief disciple of the Xuanling Sect?
If this identity is gone, wouldn’t many dangerous factors be eliminated?
This isn’t a “chief position” at all; it’s a trap that explodes for whoever takes it, right?
Now that there’s a legitimate opportunity to step down, shouldn’t I seize it firmly?
“The competition includes the support rate of the sect’s disciples, the contribution value to the sect’s reputation, and the final arena match… Fine, I must ensure this person wins!”
