Monarch Night

Besides a genuine fondness for Yemo, there is also... the distinct possibility that Yemo might become the future leader of the Yixin Sect; meaning he would be the master the three would assist in the future.

This mindset naturally makes a difference.

"Why are you all so quiet?" The Yin Shen Palace inquired discontentedly.

"Sect Hierarch, this matter should be observed as it progresses."

Mu Lin Yuan deliberated and said: "Yemo is currently young and ambitious, and with connections to the headquarters, his horizons are naturally high. His reluctance to serve as a sub-sect master, and desire to explore the heights of the main sect, is understandable."

The Yin Shen Palace nodded slowly.

What he said made sense.

"Moreover, his aptitude is extraordinary, a prodigious talent. His confidence in his future is also inevitable."

Mu Lin Yuan stated: "However, the evolution of events may not necessarily follow the expected path. Future dynamics are unpredictable; no one can be certain how far Yemo will go."

The Yin Shen Palace nodded silently.

"In other words, if Yemo exerts immense effort yet is still unable to reach the headquarters, then, at that time, the Yixin Sect would serve as a fallback prepared by the Sect Hierarch for him."

"By that time, he might genuinely come to seize the sect leader position." Mu Lin Yuan chuckled.

The Yin Shen Palace touched his nose and snorted.

"But if Yemo ascends, then the Yixin Sect will be his leverage. By then, the Sect Hierarch might have to work a few more years in the sect leader's position to assist your disciple, hahaha..."

Mu Lin Yuan laughed.

The Yin Shen Palace couldn't help but laugh too, saying: "Damn, are you all hoping for this guy to become my superior?"

Then he pondered, saying: "... hopefully, that day will truly come."

Mu Lin Yuan smiled slightly, saying: "Sect Hierarch, I have something not quite pleasant to say, uncertain if I should say it or not?"

"Go ahead."

Currently, the Yin Shen Palace was in an exceptionally good mood.

"Let's talk openly; Sect Hierarch, your journey has basically reached its peak. Moving further, at most, you could elevate the Yixin Sect to a first-level sect, but there is no room for upward mobility. At most, you would attain a leisure post at the headquarters, or a deputy position in some department, and that would be the life. But at that point, staying at the Yixin Sect as the sect leader seems a better choice."

Mu Lin Yuan's words made the face of the Yin Shen Palace turn somewhat dark, but he did not contradict.

This was something he had contemplated for countless years.

He knew Mu Lin Yuan's words were not wrong.

"And the connections at the headquarters, including the sect, including the patriarch... to speak irreverently, have not truly taken the Sect Hierarch into consideration. From observing the situation with Ren Zhongyuan and Bei Mingxin, and the fact that our Yixin Sect achieved first in 'Cultivating Gu to become a God' yet has been restricted for so long without any support, it becomes clear that such assistance is more of a hindrance than a help."

Mu Lin Yuan's words made the Yin Shen Palace nod slowly, a brooding expression appearing on his face.

These were the two greatest thorns in his heart!

The gifts given over the centuries piled up like mountains, yet not a ripple was stirred, not a hint of reciprocation was seen, and in the most difficult times, not even a peep was heard.

Knowing that he was about to be toppled, not even a warning was given!

The two thorns in the heart of the Yin Shen Palace were about to explode.

"But Yemo now... with Vice Sect Master Yan's granddaughter, Vice Sect Master Chen's descendants... he has good connections. His future achievements are limitless. The Sect Hierarch truly should, use the Yixin Sect's resources, to propel Yemo upward. Even if Yemo wants to become the Yixin Sect leader, as long as the hope in the headquarters still exists, he should not be allowed to do so!"

"Once Yemo rises and secures his position, for the Yixin Sect... at that time, for the Sect Hierarch... hehe."

The Yin Shen Palace pondered deeply.

For a long time, he said: "Let's take it one step at a time."

Mu Lin Yuan knew that his words had been taken to heart.

He immediately smiled and refrained from continuing his discourse.

Since the Yin Shen Palace acknowledged it, the remaining lengthy discussion could be omitted.

The Yin Shen Palace laughed heartily and said: "Let's see what gifts Yemo prepared for us?"

Saying this, he was the first to take the package in hand.

The other three also laughed and eagerly checked.

The Yin Shen Palace examined them all and exclaimed: "Yemo indeed put thought into this; these are unique resources from various prominent families. While not extraordinarily valuable, they are items we wouldn't typically encounter, unique to certain families."

Mu Lin Yuan smiled slightly, saying: "On our end, it's rather ordinary, just some tea leaves and such, but each of us has a Dan Yun Divine Pill."

Saying that, he took out a small jade bottle. Inside was a single pill. Mist lingered, rising within the bottle.

Qian Sanjiang and Hou Fang each also had one, and their faces were filled with astonishment.

And utmost satisfaction.

"I, however, do not." The Yin Shen Palace shook his head with a sigh, saying very theatrically: "This kid is still biased."

The three of them chuckled coldly.

The Sect Hierarch is so boastful, you're already at an Elder level, high-level, even giving you this wouldn't be of use.

Yet the three felt a warmth in their hearts: "Yemo is considerate."

Hou Fang sighed: "This is as if each of us has been given a life."

This kind of valuable thing, the Dan Yun Divine Pill, has always been a resource of the headquarters, even the Yin Shen Palace does not have it. Even as a reward, it's usually one at most.

Upon reaching Elder level, what is needed are Elder level divine pills, but Elder level Dan Yun Divine Pills... the Yin Shen Palace has never seen one...

Thus, the three treasured them dearly, storing them carefully.

With a content smile on their faces.

The Yin Shen Palace inexplicably felt a bit annoyed.

These three old fellows are basking too much in the glory of my disciple!