The elder had a cold, hard expression, and his long, bright red robe exuded an aura of murderous intent. After he finished speaking, the entire hall remained silent for a full two minutes.
This is the leader of the Punishment Hall. No wonder his voice was filled with a bloody aura, and no wonder no one spoke after he opened his mouth.
“What this elder said makes sense. The Pill King Palace’s position on the continent is unshakeable, and our disciples should not be slaughtered at will. In short, the dignity of the Pill King Palace cannot be challenged, or a bloody price will be paid.” Ye Xiruo’s words were so moving that even the elders who had some opinions about her now had more of an agreement with her.
Perhaps, this young temple master can truly uphold the esteemed Danwang Temple. Although she is the temple master's beloved disciple and the only divine master in the continent for a thousand years, she considers herself a member of the Danwang Temple and puts herself in the temple's shoes to protect its dignity and interests.
"Young Master is right. The Pill King Palace should make its voice heard."
"Please rest assured, everyone. I will report to my master after he comes out of seclusion. I will take full responsibility for any problems that may arise."
"As you command, Young Master."
"As you command, Young Master."
"Very good. Immediately issue an order to recall all disciples of the Pill King Hall who are still outside. At the same time, issue the Pill King Decree: anyone who can provide clues about the cause of death of a disciple of my Pill King Hall can go to any branch hall of the Pill King Hall to collect a reward of pills. The higher the value of the clue, the higher the grade of the pill. If someone can hand over the murderer, the reward will be an eighth-grade pill, regardless of whether he is dead or alive."
After Ye Xiruo uttered this blood-soaked order, the entire main hall of the Pill King Palace fell silent.
It's easy to imagine the immense impact this Pill King's decree would have. It demonstrated the Pill King Palace's overwhelming strength and determination to severely punish the murderers, avenged the innocent alchemists who perished, and, to some extent, strengthened the Pill King Palace's cohesion. Truly a brilliant idea that kills three birds with one stone.
"There is another rule: after this order is issued, if anyone still arbitrarily slaughters disciples of the Pill King Hall and wipes out their entire sect."
If what was shock just now had completely turned into awe, this assertive stance was something even Jing Li had never displayed before. Wouldn't it arouse suspicion and backlash from other forces on the continent? Someone quickly raised this question.
"This is merely an internal matter of my Pill King Palace. I would greatly admire any major sect that could calmly sit down and reason after having dozens of inner disciples killed." Ye Xiruo sneered. "As for being wary, the Pill King Palace has grown to its current standing not by relying on others' whims. It's better to be feared than trampled underfoot. Besides, it was I, Ye Xiruo, who wiped out the entire family; it has nothing to do with the Pill King Palace. If you have any problems, come at me."
"Young Master, you mustn't! This will damage your reputation and could even endanger your life."
"So what? There are so many people who want me dead, one or two more won't make a difference. Let's just do it this way! Or do you have a better idea?"
"Young Master is wise." The leader of the Punishment Hall was the first to speak, and the others nodded in agreement.
"Since none of you have any objections, let's get on with it! Perhaps we can save a few more lives. Danfeng, stay behind."
The dozen or so elders quickly left the main hall, leaving it empty once again. Ye Xiruo stepped down and stood next to Danfeng: "I heard you are someone who understands Master?"
"No, no, I wouldn't dare." When has Jing Li ever been understood by anyone? He only shows the side of himself that wants to be understood. As for the dark water in his heart, I guess no one but His Majesty can see it!
"Then guess what would happen if it were Master?"
"Kill! Kill! Kill!" These three words encapsulated Danfeng's entire inner thought. Unlike the throne, Jingli was not calm and composed; he was always vengeful. Need I say more about being humiliated like this? The Palace Master would definitely beat him so badly that even his own mother wouldn't recognize him.
"So you're saying I'm actually quite kind."
Danfeng: ...They're going to wipe out the whole family, and you call that merciful? How merciful!
"Did you know? There's a term called 'displaced anger' and another term called 'collective punishment'?"
"Please enlighten me, Young Master?"
"Collective punishment? It means indiscriminately punishing anyone related to this person, making them all idiots to prevent future troubles."
The eerie chill made Danfeng shrink back. "This is too cruel and barbaric. Even if we are in the right this time, the mainlanders will still label us as bloodthirsty." As he spoke, Danfeng's voice trailed off.
Even if Ye Xiruo did nothing after this battle, he would still be labeled as "bloodthirsty".
"I'm in charge now, so I hope you can cooperate with me to get this done. Do you understand?"
"I see."
Very good. Although this meeting was very heavy, it was successfully completed. She achieved both of her goals. Now, let's see what happens next.
When Si Hao arrived, the main hall was empty except for Ye Xiruo. Ye Xiruo stood with her back to the door, her hands behind her back, looking at the exquisite throne in front of her with a deep gaze.
This was the first time Si Hao had seen Ye Xiruo like this, this unfamiliar junior sister. Under the heavy black robe, the junior sister's slender body seemed to have grown taller.
However, Si Hao also felt a little sorry for his junior sister, who was so young, having to bear all these burdens.
"Second Brother, you've come. I'm tired. Please take me back!"
Ye Xiruo turned around and got down.
Si Hao naturally took Ye Xiruo's hand; the hand was cold and damp, devoid of any warmth.
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