novelraw Chapter 1982 - 1964: Glorious Return to the Sect
Chapter 1982 - 1964: Glorious Return to the Sect
"Elder Wang, this time you led the team and ensured that our Sect disciples were unharmed. As the Sect Master, I commend you!" Sitting high above, Jue Tiannan looked at the many elders below and said with a smile to Elder Wang. He was truly overjoyed. Everyone knew how dangerous it was to conquer other cultivation realms with only a few dozen people, yet Elder Wang brought everyone back intact, deserving of merit.
"Congratulations, Elder Wang!"
"Congratulations, Elder Wang!"
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Many elders congratulated Elder Wang at this moment. They were also very happy, as no matter how one looked at it, the fact that the disciples returned safely was the best news for them. After all, it was the disciples of the Heavenly Court who went, who are the foundation of the Sect. If there were too many casualties, the Sect’s strength would surely decline, and that would not be a good thing.
Great Elder Qian Li and Fourth Elder Song Liangde congratulated as well, but they felt uneasy inside because they both now knew about Fang Yan’s recent performances. They feared that Elder Wang would once again propose Fang Yan to become the Taoist. If Fang Yan became the Taoist, it would become exceedingly difficult for them to make a move against him.
Everyone knew now that Fang Yan could defeat Earth Immortal Realm powerhouses. With such extraordinary strength, if he also took on the identity of Sect Heir, Fang Yan’s prominence would completely overshadow them. Moreover, once Fang Yan became the Taoist, they would find no way to target him.
What they feared came true. Just as the two thought about this, Elder Wang waved his hand, saying to Jue Tiannan: "Sect Master, the reason for our safe return is solely because of Fang Yan. Without him, our Divine Sword Sect would have suffered heavy casualties. I believe the Sect Master and all the elders are already aware of the situation during this conquest. Fang Yan can now defeat Earth Immortal Realm powerhouses, saving numerous disciples from peril. Therefore, I propose that Fang Yan be heavily rewarded!"
Having said this, Elder Wang looked at Jue Tiannan without hesitation and added, "Considering Fang Yan was previously appointed as an heir candidate and has now made such a significant contribution, I suggest officially promoting Fang Yan to Taoist. Otherwise, other disciples may feel unsatisfied, affecting their motivation. Please enlighten us, Sect Master."
Elder Wang had said all that was necessary. He believed Jue Tiannan would not obstruct Fang Yan’s ascension to Taoist, given that the Sky Sword Ancestor had already agreed to it, and it would be impossible for Jue Tiannan to publicly retract under Great Elder’s influence.
After listening to Elder Wang, the other elders nodded in agreement, believing Elder Wang spoke sense. Considering Fang Yan’s extraordinary strength and his merits to the Sect, he should have long been the Taoist. Making him the Taoist now was only fair and appropriate.
Great Elder Qian Li and Fourth Elder Song Liangde’s faces turned ashen upon hearing Elder Wang bring this up again. Though they had anticipated it, hearing it still made them extremely frustrated.
"Elder Wang speaks the truth. By the decree of this Sect Master, from today onwards, Fang Yan is officially a Taoist of our Sect and will enjoy all the rights that comes with this position." Jue Tiannan said with a smile. Even if Elder Wang hadn’t mentioned it, he would have done this himself to ensure fairness and justice. Despite Fang Yan’s uncanny strength, which seemed too extraordinary, his efforts were indeed for the Divine Sword Sect, and that was enough for now.
As for any investigation into whether there was an issue with Fang Yan, those would be matters for the future. He could not risk criticism now. Although he harbored suspicion towards Fang Yan, he was more amazed by his rapid growth. Being able to defeat an Earth Immortal Realm powerhouse while still in the early Human Immortal Realm, and using the Nine Suns Suppression Heaven Art in a completely problem-free way, left him no reason to block Fang Yan from becoming the Taoist.
After speaking, he looked at Elder Wang, smiling as he added, "Elder Wang, you’ve done well, now go take a rest. In three days, once the team for continuing this conquest is confirmed, a high-level meeting will be convened where all Taoists are to attend."
"Yes, Sect Master!"
Elder Wang was overjoyed, bowing respectfully before directly leaving the Council Hall.
The other elders followed suit, though their expressions were much more cheerful. Only Great Elder Qian Li and Fourth Elder Song Liangde looked exceedingly troubled, now planning how to deal with Fang Yan, though the current situation only made it harder for them...
Elsewhere, Fang Yan was now being greeted by all the disciples of Heavenly Court. Everyone surrounded Fang Yan as Wang Chang and Divine General Cui recounted the process of this expedition, making everyone see Fang Yan as divine. No one expected that Fang Yan could already defeat an Earth Immortal Realm powerhouse. After all, Fang Yan was only in the early Human Immortal Realm, which left everyone in shock.
"Fang Yan, you’re ridiculously abnormal!"
"Fang Yan, how could you be so outrageously powerful!"
"Fang Yan, that’s too much of a blow!"
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The crowd looked at Fang Yan with resentment. This wasn’t out of genuine anger but from envy and jealousy towards Fang Yan. Though any one of them might boast higher cultivation levels than Fang Yan, the difference in actual combat capability was like night and day, leaving them frustrated. They couldn’t comprehend how someone in the early Human Immortal Realm could possess such frightening combat strength when not even ten late Human Immortal Realm cultivators could defeat an early Earth Immortal Realm individual...
"Of course, my boss is someone special! Don’t get discouraged, only my boss could perform such miracles," Qin Kun said proudly to the crowd. Though he didn’t join this expedition, Fang Yan’s mighty feats made him immensely proud as a subordinate. Following someone as extraordinarily powerful as Fang Yan filled him with immeasurable joy.
As for Fang Yan defeating an Earth Immortal Realm powerhouse, Qin Kun was not surprised in the least. The assassin from Hidden Kill Sect, Tian Lang, was also Earth Immortal, yet was slain by his boss. Fang Yan was just that amazing and formidable; anything less wouldn’t be Fang Yan!
"Indeed, none can compare with the boss’s might!" Wu Shan added in his gruff voice, having long adapted to Fang Yan. Even if Fang Yan plucked the sun from the sky, he wouldn’t be too surprised as he’d already understood that Fang Yan was incomparable; Fang Yan was a monster, a cultivation prodigy defying the heavens!
Hearing everyone speak this way, Fang Yan shook his head slightly, saying, "It’s not as exaggerated as you say, just a matter of opportunity. If you all had the same chances as I did, you’d achieve the same."
Fang Yan was speaking the truth, having been nurtured entirely by Lin Feng, and having gone through a series of opportunities since arriving at the Divine Sword Sect. Without these, he wouldn’t have grown to his current level. This progress far surpassed his previous abilities on Earth, a fact he was very satisfied with.
"Opportunity..."
"I wish I could..."
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On hearing Fang Yan’s words, everyone felt downcast. Of course, they understood the value of opportunity, but the problem was they had encountered none. To them, the concept was just a blow. When they looked at Fang Yan, their eyes were filled with envious jealousy, realizing they could never compare to Fang Yan, as it was a sure path to self-doubt.
"Enough, stop dwelling on my boss." Qin Kun chuckled, saying, "Boss, look at Wu Shan and me, we haven’t been slacking off!"
"Yeah, boss, these days, Qin Kun and I have been tirelessly cultivating without a moment’s rest," said Wu Shan, his voice earnest. They had diligently followed Fang Yan’s instructions religiously in his absence.
Hearing his two subordinates speak so, Fang Yan seriously observed them, finding they had nearly reached the middle stage of the Human Immortal Realm in just a few months, which genuinely surprised and delighted him.
"Not bad, keep up the good work, both of you," Fang Yan smiled at them, hoping they would grow quickly so he could take them to conquer with him.
"Boss, don’t worry, we won’t let you down."
"Boss, we will do our best," Qin Kun and Wu Shan replied. They were committed to cultivating hard as instructed, regardless of Fang Yan’s presence, aiming to become his left and right arms as soon as possible.
"Fang Yan, give us some pointers, so we can improve our strength as well," Wang Chang said with a smile. He had witnessed Fang Yan’s wondrous abilities and knew the benefits of receiving guidance from such an extraordinary individual.
"Yes, Fang Yan, give us some guidance."
"Fang Yan, please advise us."
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Upon hearing Wang Chang’s suggestion, others chimed in, earnestly hoping for Fang Yan’s guidance. Fang Yan’s remarkable prowess left them genuinely convinced he had the right to teach them. Others they might contest, but internally, they accepted Fang Yan.