allendalepharm Chapter 7 Don't Get Involved
Chapter 7 Don't Get Involved
In the side hall, the elder behind the long table spoke of the sect rules, speaking in a clear and orderly manner, with a solemn expression.
The sect disciples sitting below were getting impatient, but they could only force themselves to stay focused.
Especially for some newly initiated disciples.
I was already exhausted from practicing all day, but I still had to endure the elder's incessant nagging.
But they dared not show any signs of fatigue.
Fortunately, the elder's explanation of the sect rules didn't take too long; it ended after about 45 minutes.
"That concludes our discussion of the sect rules for today. Our Snow Mountain Sect has strict rules, and we hope that all disciples will refrain from violating them!"
As he spoke, the old man took another sip of tea.
How could he not see the exhaustion on the faces of some of his disciples below?
But in his view, this was a test for his disciples.
Upon hearing that Elder Chang had finished speaking, the disciples immediately perked up and said in unison, "We will certainly abide by the sect rules!"
The elder smiled slightly.
"I will be calling on you to answer questions about the rules I've discussed today. And if any of you forget them, you'll be punished!"
The disciples felt a chill in their hearts, while those who had joined earlier were indifferent, having already experienced these things.
On the contrary, the newly initiated disciples turned pale upon hearing this and became terrified.
Shi Zhongyu's heart skipped a beat.
He was practicing in the side hall today, which attracted everyone's attention.
Especially when the elder was speaking, his gaze swept over him with particular attention.
Shi Zhongyu believes that when Elder Cheng asks questions tomorrow, he will definitely not be able to escape.
Just as Shi Zhongyu was pondering these things, Elder Cheng on the long table changed the subject.
"Next, I, the elder, will talk about some things that you'll be interested in, such as some events happening in the martial arts world right now!"
The disciples sitting below immediately perked up.
As swordsmen, what they enjoyed most was hearing interesting stories from the martial arts world.
Shi Zhongyu was also curious.
Regardless of his disciples' condition, Elder Chang chuckled lightly.
"Disciples, are you aware of a figure in the martial world named Xie Yanke, the Hermit of the Sky?"
The disciples sitting below the Snow Mountain Sect had basically never left the Snow Mountain Sect, so naturally they had never heard of Xie Yanke.
Apart from Feng Wanli and a few others, almost no one else knew about it.
After asking his question, Elder Cheng saw the curiosity on the faces of his disciples below and said directly, "Xie Yanke is a top expert in the martial arts world, but he always acts alone. However, recently he has stirred up the martial arts world because of his Xuan Tie Token!"
"He has always been an eccentric person, but he values his integrity above all else. He was once saved by someone, and in doing so, he forged three Xuan Tie tokens to give to his benefactor!"
"He made a vow that whoever possesses the Black Iron Token, regardless of good or evil, whatever their needs, he will accomplish them for them!"
"The Sky-Piercing Hermit is a top-tier martial arts master. All the major and minor factions in the martial world want to find the Mysterious Iron Token so they can command this master!"
"He's the one who stirred up the recent turmoil in the martial arts world..."
The story begins with Xie Yanke, the hermit of the Sky Tower, and then recounts various martial arts sects, gangs, and famous chivalrous figures.
The disciples in the side hall listened with shining eyes, and Shi Zhongyu also listened with great interest.
About half an hour later, Elder Chang finally softened his tone.
"My disciples, the reason I'm telling you all this is that I hope one day your names will also be renowned throughout the martial world!"
"And how to truly excel in the martial arts world? Naturally, one must diligently study and practice, honing one's skills!"
"If your martial arts skills are lacking, and you still can't leave the Snow Mountain Sect to roam the martial world, then at least you won't bring shame to our Snow Mountain Sect!"
"In the martial arts world, our Snow Mountain Sect wouldn't dare consider ourselves the number one sect, but we are certainly a first-rate sect!"
"When we travel, other martial arts heroes will give us some face when they encounter members of our Snow Mountain Sect!"
These words filled the disciples with pride!
Shi Zhongyu was indifferent to this.
His understanding of the entire martial arts world far surpasses that of Elder Cheng and others.
He is a well-known figure in the martial arts world.
These people really didn't give any special treatment to the disciples of the Snow Mountain Sect.
After Elder Cheng finished speaking, he added a few words of encouragement and then left the side hall.
After the elders left, the disciples who maintained order began to organize the disciples to leave in an orderly manner.
Shi Zhongyu was also among the crowd.
However, he had only taken a few steps when he was blocked by someone.
The person blocking his way was none other than several of his initial disciples who had been influenced by him when he was practicing his cultivation method.
"Hey, you surnamed Shi, stop right there!"
The men looked angry, their gazes fixed on Shi Zhongyu with fury.
Shi Zhongyu's cultivation had just affected them.
Shi Zhongyu stopped and bowed apologetically to the group, saying, "Senior brothers, please forgive me if it's because of what happened earlier!"
"It was my oversight! I apologize to you all!"
These people arrived in a huff, but they didn't expect Shi Zhongyu to be so polite, so they suddenly found it difficult to get angry.
The group exchanged glances, and finally one of them muttered, "Shi Zhongyu, you...you'd better watch your step next time!"
Shi Zhongyu smiled slightly.
"What this senior brother is pointing out is that I simply can't understand the sword principles Elder Cheng is explaining, so I can only sit there and practice my inner cultivation!"
"Unlike you senior brothers, you should have understood Elder Cheng's swordsmanship, right?"
Upon hearing this, the group of people immediately felt a little guilty.
"We...we certainly understood!"
"But the chilling aura emanating from where you practice your inner cultivation is affecting us!"
Shi Zhongyu glanced at the person who spoke.
"Senior brother, please forgive me if this has caused you any inconvenience!"
"Also, I want to apologize to you in advance!"
The group of people were taken aback.
"Shi Zhongyu, what do you mean by that?"
Shi Zhongyu said calmly, "After listening to the elder's explanation of sword principles tomorrow, I may need to continue practicing, so..."
His words made the group of people, who had initially thought Shi Zhongyu was still polite, even angrier.
"Are you looking for death, you little brat?"
"Don't think we're afraid of you just because you're Master Feng's disciple!"
Shi Zhongyu smiled.
"The sect rules stipulate that fellow disciples must not kill each other, but there is no rule against cultivating the mental techniques."
"If you want to cause me trouble..."
As he spoke, he took a step toward the nearest person in front of him.
"Please do as you please, I absolutely will not fight back!"
When Shi Zhongyu mentioned the sect rules, the men's eyes blazed with fury, but they dared not make a move.
Shi Zhongyu snorted coldly and took a few more steps closer.
This time, however, they were forced to retreat repeatedly.
Shi Zhongyu shook his head.
"I have already apologized for what happened just now, and I will even apologize in advance for tomorrow."
"If you continue to be aggressive, then it is your fault."
"Even if this matter goes all the way to the Enforcement Hall, it probably won't be my fault!"
"If you're looking for trouble, I urge you all to hone your skills so that you can defeat me in the arena during the future competition!"
"If it doesn't work out, please don't get involved!"
As Shi Zhongyu spoke, he walked through the group of people, completely ignoring them.
Several people berated him, and Shi Zhongyu found their behavior utterly inexplicable.
After walking through the crowd, Shi Zhongyu stopped again after only a few steps.
In front of him, his master, the Wind and Fire Dragon, was waiting for him with his hands behind his back.