Chapter 970: Arrangements
Su Yu spent a few more days instructing the elders of the Spirit Flame Sect and mentioning to them his plan to enter the Delusion Void Array to rescue Yun Zidu. This is a significant matter for the Spirit Flame Sect, and the elders naturally supported it wholeheartedly. Of course, his departure had no set time limit, so when he would return was unknown, or even... he might not return at all.
Thus, arrangements needed to be made for the Spirit Flame Sect.
Lian Xichen, as Yun Zidu’s closed-door disciple, was recognized and respected by the elders for his strength. Currently, with the Prayer Pavilion neighboring the Spirit Flame Sect, Lian Xichen, being the disciple of the previous sect leader and the younger brother of the current leader, naturally maintained a relationship with both sects akin to the close ties with Beihan Palace in the past.
Upon Su Yu’s suggestion that Lian Xichen temporarily act as the sect leader during his absence, the elders, after discussion, had no objections. After all, Yun Zidu had served as the sect leader of the Spirit Flame Sect for many years with great authority, thus the status of his two disciples within the Spirit Flame Sect was unquestionably high.
At this critical juncture where the current sect leader is going to rescue the former sect leader, they should unite and work together. Therefore, after the discussion, they agreed with Su Yu’s proposal. As for Su Yu’s idea that if he did not return within five years, the elders would collectively nominate a new leader, it was rejected.
In the Spirit Cultivation Realm, time holds little significance; five or ten years are but a fleeting moment. With Lian Xichen acting as the interim sect leader and the elders managing sect affairs, waiting a few years poses no harm. Consequently, the elders agreed that unless faced with an uncontrollable situation, they shall diligently await Su Yu’s return.
Su Yu had not expected, even after years of serving as a less than competent sect leader, that his senior uncles would still grant him such immense tolerance, leaving him both surprised and moved.
For the first time, he genuinely bowed with gratitude to all the elders.
The elders felt deeply gratified. Though Su Yu indeed was not an exemplary sect leader, his status and strength were indisputable. With him present, the Spirit Flame Sect remained one of the largest sects within the Spirit Cultivation Realm, ensuring stability and reducing internal conflict within the sect.
Conversely, during the brief period when Su Yu was severely injured and taken to Beihan Palace, the Spirit Flame Sect was leaderless, causing the elders to struggle to reach consensus, resulting in chaos within the sect for an extended time—only stabilizing after Su Yu’s return.
Following years of recuperation and reorganization, the sect finally reverted to the state when Sect Leader Yun was still there. Hence, they now possess confidence that the Spirit Flame Sect will continue to thrive, and that Su Yu and his group will successfully rescue Sect Leader Yun.
Having settled affairs within the Spirit Flame Sect, Ling Xiang had also completed the arrangements for Lingyou Hall and now joined them at the Prayer Pavilion.
He arrived alone, without bringing anyone along.
Lingyou Hall mostly consisted of his father Ling Yue’s former subordinates. Though Ling Xiang could superficially suppress them using his status and strength, in truth, he found himself somewhat powerless behind the scenes.