Chapter 485
1"Nephew Zong is truly a hidden talent. He was able to transform from a casual cultivator into a martial arts master. His comprehension is not comparable to that of ordinary people." Zong Shanming looked at Zong Shen and said with a smile.
Zong Shen bowed humbly: "This is just luck. If it weren't for Master's guidance, there would be no Zong Shen today."
When Zong Shanming heard this, he couldn't help but burst into laughter: "Hahaha, nephew Zong Xian is too modest."
“That’s the truth.”
"Okay, let's stop talking about these polite words. I asked my nephew to come here today because I wanted to reminisce with you and I also hope you can help me solve a problem in the sect."
"Oh? What's that?"
Zong Shanming looked at a disciple beside him. The disciple stepped forward and said respectfully, "Brother, although our sect is not the top one in the martial arts world, it is still one of the best forces. It's just that it has been in a low state in recent years, which has greatly reduced the strength of our sect."
"Yes." Zong Shanming nodded and continued, "I wonder how many disciples you have in your sect now?"
"Brother, there are now thirty-nine people in my sect." the disciple replied.
"Thirty-nine people." Zong Shanming pondered for a moment, then asked, "Among these thirty-nine people, are there any disciples with better qualifications and talents?"
The disciple thought for a moment and then replied, "Brother, there is a disciple who has a very high aptitude, amazing talent, and very good aptitude."
"Oh? What are the qualifications of this disciple? What is his name?"
The disciple replied: "Brother, this disciple's name is Zong Cheng, he has amazing talent, and when he was five years old, he defeated a warrior in the early stage of Xiantian with one move."
"What? Defeat a warrior in the early stage of innateness with one move?" Zong Shanming's face changed slightly, and he was obviously frightened by Zong Cheng's performance.
"Yes," the disciple replied.
"Is this Zong Cheng's current level of cultivation?" Zong Shanming asked.
The disciple shook his head and said, "I'm not sure about that."
"Well, okay, since Zong Cheng has such amazing talent, I will accept him into the sect. When you go back, tell that disciple about Zong Cheng. Remember, this time it's not just you and me who are going to accept him as a disciple. The other elders, law enforcement hall masters, etc. must also come forward and make sure to accept this person into the sect. Do you understand?" Zong Shanming instructed seriously.
"Yes, brother." The disciple took the order and retreated.
"Brother Zong Shen, are you willing to join our sect?" Zong Shanming looked at Zong Shen and asked.
Zong Shen hesitated for a moment, then answered: "This."
"This?" Zong Shanming looked at Zong Shen with some confusion.
"Master Zongren, there are still many unfinished worldly affairs in my sect, so it is really inconvenient for you to join the sect." Zong Shen politely refused.
"Junior Brother Zong Cheng, Zong Shen is arguably the most outstanding disciple in our sect, and also the most talented disciple in our sect. Wouldn't you consider him?" Zong Shanming asked with some disappointment.
"Although Zong Shen has good aptitude for cultivation, he is not suitable to be a person in power. Brother Zong Ren is more suitable, and our sect is also short of a sect elder. Brother Zong Ren, why don't you take charge of all the miscellaneous affairs in the sect for the time being." Zong Shen declined tactfully. The identity of the head of the Zong Ren sect is still quite important in the sect.
Zong Shanming heard Zong Shen's words, but he was not annoyed. Instead, he continued to persuade him, "Brother Zong Ren, please think about it again."
Zong Shen still politely refused, but Zong Shanming was not discouraged and continued to lobby Zong Shen tirelessly. Zong Shen cursed Zong Shanming in his heart for being a haunting ghost.
"Senior Brother Zong, Zong Shen cannot be the one in charge of the sect. Please understand." Zong Shen finally couldn't bear it anymore and stood up and bowed to Zong Shanming.
"Ah~!" Zong Shanming sighed, looked at the humble young man in front of him, and said: "Since Brother Zong Shen is unwilling to join the sect, we can only ask another disciple to replace Brother Zong Shen and serve as the sect's law enforcement hall master." After saying that, Zong Shanming walked towards Hall Master Zong Ren, as if he was planning to let Zong Ren take over Zong Shen's position. Zong Ren looked at Zong Shanming, feeling a little embarrassed, not knowing how to answer.
Zong Shen also looked at Zong Ren, waiting for his answer. Zong Ren thought for a while and then replied: "Although Brother Zong Shen has amazing talent, he is not suitable to be a person in power. And I am afraid that my old bones are not up to the task."
"Master Zongren, although Zong Shen's talent is extremely poor, there are still a lot of resources to support him. Master Zongren, please don't refuse. If you are worried, I can send someone to monitor Zong Shen's every move, and there will definitely be no mistakes."
“This…” Hall Master Zong Ren looked at Zong Shen in some embarrassment, then looked at Zong Shanming, feeling a little unsure of what to choose. Seeing this, Zong Shen quickly said, “Brother, I think we should forget about this. Although Master Zong Ren is in poor health, his cultivation is not to be underestimated.”
"Junior Brother Zong Shen's words do make sense." Zong Shanming did not force it, but replied with a smile.
"I know about Master Zongren's cultivation level, but Master Zongren is ill and has been in seclusion to recuperate. Master Zongren's cultivation level is considered to be extremely high in our entire clan. I didn't want to trouble Master Zongren, so I was asked to be the elder of the sect. Therefore, Master Zongren's cultivation level is not his true strength." Zong Shen saw the concerns of Hall Master Zongren and explained.
After hearing Zong Shen's words, Zong Ren felt a little relieved. After all, Zong Ren didn't want to get into trouble. Although he was not afraid of Zong Shanming, Zong Shen was a very important disciple in his mind after all. Zong Ren also knew that he couldn't stay in the sect forever, and it was impossible for him to take care of Zong Shen all the time. Therefore, he had to find a way to let Zong Shen advance to the sect as soon as possible and become a member of the sect.
"Well, if that's the case, then I'm relieved. Junior Brother Zong Shen, just focus on your training." Zong Ren responded with a smile.
"Yeah." Zong Shen also responded, then stood up and walked towards his room.
"Uncle Zongshi, Brother Zongren, since Junior Brother Zongshen said so, then there is no need to force him. I think that we should let one of the most talented disciples in your sect serve as the sect elder." Hall Master Zongren watched Zongshen leave and then suggested.
"Well, that's right. I wonder who this disciple is?" Master Zongren looked at Master Zongren beside him with a smile and asked.
When Master Zongren heard what Master Zongren said, he immediately turned around and looked beside Master Zongren, only to find that there was no one beside him. Immediately, a look of disappointment appeared on his face.
"Master Zongren, where is that disciple from before?"
Zong Ren Hall Master looked at the direction where Zong Shen left and said, "Junior Brother Zong Shen, I don't know where you went."
"No need to look for him. The disciple has already gone back." Zong Shanming said calmly when he saw the actions of Hall Master Zong Ren, his tone full of confidence.
"Uncle Zongshi, in that case, I will take Junior Brother Zong Shen away." Hall Master Zong Ren looked at Zong Shanming's expression and guessed that Zong Shen might not be able to pass his test. He couldn't help feeling a little disappointed, but he still suppressed his inner disappointment and said to Zong Shanming with a fist.
After Zong Ren Hall Master left, Zong Shanming looked at Zong Shen and said, "Brother Zong Shen, since Zong Ren Hall Master has agreed to hand over the position of elder in the sect to you, are you willing to accept this position of elder?"
"Zong Shen thanks Master Zong for his kindness. However, it would be better for Brother Zong Ren to keep his skills to serve our sect." Zong Shen smiled faintly and rejected Zong Shanming's kindness.
"Zong Shen, are you unwilling to take the position of elder?" Zong Shanming frowned and looked into Zong Shen's eyes.
Zong Shen nodded and replied, "That's right. Zong Shen knows that he has mediocre talent and weak strength, and he is afraid that he will not be able to convince others. Brother Zong Ren has achieved great success late in life, and Zong Ren feels inferior to him. Therefore, Zong Ren dare not take credit for it." Zong Shen said, bowing deeply to Zong Shanming, his tone full of respect.
After hearing what Zong Shen said, Zong Shanming raised his eyebrows and couldn't help feeling disgust towards Zong Shen. This Zong Shen was really too arrogant. He was actually unwilling to accept the position of elder in the sect. Moreover, he even dared to put on airs in front of him. It was simply outrageous.
"Zong Ren, do you know that I let you be an elder because I think highly of you? If I were not curious about you and wanted to test you, do you think you would have a chance to be an elder in the sect?" Zong Shanming snorted coldly and said to Zong Shen with disdain.
When Zong Shen heard what Zong Shanming said, the expression on his face suddenly became a little embarrassed. He also knew that what Zong Shanming said was true, but he still had his principles. He couldn't stoop to be inferior to others just because of his low level of cultivation. What's more, he also had feelings for the disciples in the sect, so he would not condescend to them.
"Zong Ren, don't forget that in addition to Brother Zong Ren and Zong Ren Hall Master, there is also Zong Ren Hall Master's nephew Zong De. Brother Zong De's cultivation is much stronger than yours. Why do you think Brother Zong Ren is unwilling to serve as the elder of the sect, and chose you to be the elder of the sect? It is because Brother Zong Ren sees your potential and understanding. If you can get guidance from Brother Zong Ren, perhaps you will have a chance to become a qualified elder. Moreover, Brother Zong Ren has decided that after Brother Zong Shen breaks through to the Golden Core Stage, he will help Brother Zong De to the throne of the elder of the sect. How dare you be so ungrateful now.
Junior Brother Zong Shen, are you too arrogant? Senior Brother Zong De is ranked fourth in cultivation in the sect. Do you think that with his talent, you can really surpass him? Although Senior Brother Zong De's cultivation in the sect is not as good as that of Hall Master Zong Ren, you must think clearly. If Hall Master Zong Ren steps down, you must become one of the elders in the sect. You must think clearly! "Hall Master Zong Ren said with some displeasure when he saw that Zong Shen was unwilling to accept the position of elder.
When Zong Shen heard what Hall Master Zong Ren said, his heart tightened. He had indeed thought that after Zong De became an elder in the sect, he would train him. After all, Zong De was the direct descendant of Hall Master Zong Ren.
“Zong Ren, don’t worry. When our sect’s Senior Brother Zong Ren breaks through to the Nascent Soul stage, he will help you improve your strength. At that time, you will also have the opportunity to obtain the position of an elder in the sect. You don’t have to worry about this matter.
When Hall Master Zong Ren heard Zong Shen's words, a look of delight appeared on his face. Hall Master Zong Ren knew that this junior Zong Ren would not refuse Zong Ren's kindness. After all, Zong Ren was also one of the elders in the sect, and Zong Ren also had an uncle who was at the Nascent Soul stage.
Master Zongren thought about it and smiled. He looked at Zongshen standing in front of him and said to him with a smile: "Brother Zongren, you don't need to feel pressured. I know you don't want to be burdened by Zongren. This matter is over."
"Thank you, Master Zongren. Thank you, Master Zongren." Zong Shen looked at Master Zongren and bowed to him.
Master Zong Ren smiled and waved at Zong Shen, indicating that Zong Shen did not need to be polite anymore.
Hall Master Zong Ren took Zong Shen out of the sect. As they walked outside, he began to think about the reason why Zong Shen rejected him.
Hall Master Zong Ren took Zong Shen out of the valley of the sect and walked towards the sect. Hall Master Zong Ren wanted to find out from Zong Shen whether he had any hidden secrets. Hall Master Zong Ren naturally could not have imagined that Zong Shen did not want to accept Zong Ren's kindness, but because he did not want to cause trouble for Zong Ren, because Zong Ren's strength was already at the peak of the early Nascent Soul stage, and Zong De's cultivation had also reached the middle Nascent Soul stage. There was no hope at all for Zong Ren to become an elder in the sect, so he chose to reject Hall Master Zong Ren's kindness. After all, Hall Master Zong Ren was not worthy at all in his eyes.
Master Zong Ren followed behind Zong Shen all the way and walked into a dark path. It was pitch black on both sides of the path and the scene ahead could not be seen at all.
As he walked, Zong Shen noticed something unusual, because he felt that the road in front of him seemed to be slowly becoming wider.
"Master Zongren, it seems like the route ahead is changing?" Zong Shen turned around and said to Zongren with some surprise.
"Zong Ren, the road ahead is your new home. From now on, your new home will be called 'Zong Ren Mansion'. Junior brother Zong Ren, you are now a member of our sect. Let us celebrate your new home today." After hearing what Zong Shen said, Hall Master Zong Ren suddenly showed a happy smile on his face and said to Zong Ren.
After hearing what Zong Rentang's master said, a bright smile immediately appeared on Zong Ren's face. Zong Ren knew that today, his new home would become lively because of his joining, and his new home would also become the largest mansion in the entire sect.
"Haha, that's great! Then Zongren will respectfully obey your order." Zongren said to Zongren Hall Master with an even brighter smile on his face.
(End of this chapter)
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