After Being Possessed By A Witch, I Became An Outlaw

Chapter 78: Elder, You Take Over (Second Update Requested)

That night, the two of them had a secret conversation.

The next day, Jiang Qingyun initiated an elder meeting, requesting the reappointment of the Grand Elder.

The position of Grand Elder is a title, not based on qualifications.

It's not just because Chong Xu died that the Second Elder, Chong Ying, should automatically take over.

At this moment, Chong Ying didn't dare to even think about the position of Grand Elder. He was from Chong Xu's faction, but now that Chong Xu had fallen, he was like walking on thin ice within the sect, afraid of offending Jiang Qingyun and facing retribution.

Fortunately, Jiang Qingyun was not a petty person and had no intention of taking action against him so far.

During the elder meeting, Jiang Qingyun proposed that the selection of the Grand Elder should be based on personal strength and voting.

However, because she had a good relationship with Azure Lotus, in order to avoid suspicion, she did not participate in the voting and temporarily left during the voting.

As expected, Azure Lotus was elected as the Grand Elder, and she was also the strongest in combat.

In the presence of everyone, Jiang Qingyun invited the Supreme Elder Huai Zhong, who presided over the Sword Tomb, to present the seal and token of the Grand Elder to Azure Lotus.

This included the formation command of Qingshui Port, the formation command of Sword Sect, and the grand seal of Sword Sect...

Holding the formation command, Azure Lotus felt as if she was in a dream.

Of course, it wasn't so easy for her to take the formation command down the mountain.

According to the rules, unless it was during wartime, even the Grand Elder was not allowed to carry the formation command down the mountain.

The Grand Elder had a special residence, and the things related to the formation command had to be kept in a fixed place, protected by formations.

Once taken out, there would be relevant alarms.

The importance the sect placed on the formation command was evident.

After personally taking control of the formation command, Azure Lotus realized how difficult it was to steal it.

She originally planned to take action while the Sect Master was temporarily in charge of these things, letting Zhang Chi, the disciple who had gained the Sect Master's trust, take the blame, and incidentally, make Jiang Qingyun step down.

But she didn't expect Jiang Qingyun to directly appoint her as the Grand Elder.

This was also a good thing.

Her main goal was not to frame anyone, but to obtain the formation command.

Now that she had become the Grand Elder, she was one step closer to the formation command.

The original plan didn't need to change, but she could reveal some information to Tang Ruoling.

Azure Lotus was making calculations, while Tang Ruoling, at this moment, had already given up.

She asked Zhang Chi to steal things, and with Zhang Chi's character, she estimated that as soon as she mentioned it, he would detonate the Monster Seed.

After giving up, Tang Ruoling's mind became even clearer.

Not provoking Zhang Chi meant she would die in seven days.

Asking Zhang Chi to steal things meant she would die when she mentioned it.

Since she was going to die anyway, she might as well live a few more days.

Tang Ruoling directly changed her attitude, even the agreement she made with Zi Mian was no longer on her mind.

Speaking of it, Zhang Chi didn't owe her anything. It was Zhang Chi who saved her in the first place, and she ended up trying to control Zhang Chi, exposing her half-demon identity, which allowed Zhang Chi to control her.

Of course, Zhang Chi wasn't as honest as he appeared on the surface. He was a decisive and ruthless person, but still had a bit of humanity.

While Tang Ruoling was lying flat in the room, the door was knocked.

"Ruoli, Zhang Chi has sent you a letter."

The person outside was Tang Feng. These past few days, he had also been troubled by his daughter's love affairs. Even people who were in love would have arguments, and he understood that very well.

He was afraid that no one would be able to save face, and it would end up falling apart.

Fortunately, Zhang Chi had sent a letter in advance, leaving room for reconciliation.

Upon hearing that Zhang Chi had sent a letter, Tang Ruoling immediately got excited and got up.

After tidying up a bit, she opened the door and took the letter from Tang Feng's hand.

Tang Feng couldn't help but smile at her anxious appearance, revealing an aunt-like smile.

Her daughter must also like Zhang Chi, so this matter is settled.

Being a gossip, he couldn't help but lean over and sneak a glance, but there was only a simple sentence written on it.

"Ruo Ling, I want to eat water chestnuts."

Upon seeing this sentence, Tang Ruoling couldn't help but feel a surge of blood rushing to her face, her body becoming weak.

"This scoundrel!"

This is a flirtation with innuendo!

The implications are too obvious, causing Tang Ruoling's breathing to become rapid.

Tang Feng just thought she was happy.

As for the content of this sentence, Tang Feng didn't think there was anything wrong with it.

When a couple quarrels and feels too embarrassed to apologize directly, both parties want to save face, so they deliberately say something else, and everyone follows the steps and moves on.

"Father!"

Tang Ruoling suddenly realized that her father was still there, and her heart panicked.

Tang Feng had a smile on his face and said, "I understand, I understand. I will prepare a carriage for you and personally send you there."

Tang Ruoling: "..."

Is there anyone who acts like a father like you?

Fortunately, others don't understand this hidden message!

At this moment, Long Yan was also curious and said, "If you want to eat water chestnuts, I can go pick them for you!"

The Coiling Dragon River basin has a developed water system, with numerous canals and lakes, and water chestnuts grow in many places.

Zhang Chi smiled and said, "I only want to eat the water chestnuts Tang Ruoling gives me."

"Oh, I understand."

Only now did Long Yan realize that Zhang Chi wanted to meet Tang Ruoling.

She suddenly became curious about Tang Ruoling. How beautiful must she be to make Zhang Chi not pay attention to anyone else?

In order to catch a glimpse of Tang Ruoling, she stayed here with Zhang Chi and casually chatted about gossip.

"Your sect has chosen a new elder today. Guess who it is?"

Long Yan also happened to find out and thought the candidate was quite unexpected, so she wanted to tease Zhang Chi.

Zhang Chi rubbed his chin, pretending to think, and then uncertainly said, "Is it Elder Azure Lotus?"

"How did you guess that?"

"Of course, it's because Elder Azure Lotus has the best relationship with my master."

"Are you implying that you also think my master plays favorites?"

Zhang Chi couldn't help but roll his eyes at Long Yan.

This woman must have a jealous streak, so she has a bias against women who are more beautiful than her.

Regarding the reputation of his master, Zhang Chi said seriously, "You have a deep prejudice against my master. From beginning to end, my master has always been thinking about benefiting the Sword Sect.

In the past, many things were hindered by Elder Chong Xu. Now that Elder Chong Xu is dead, it is the perfect opportunity for my master to accomplish great things. She certainly won't choose someone to be a stumbling block.

Elder Azure Lotus and my master have always had a good relationship. They both have a carefree personality. Only by working together can the Sword Sect develop better.

In fact, my master has no family or partner. There is no need for her to pursue personal interests in the Sword Sect."

Zhang Chi's explanation was very reasonable, making Long Yan seem petty.

She couldn't understand this kind of small sect where there are actually people who genuinely work for the public.

Isn't being the sect leader all about personal gain?

Otherwise, just casually assume the identity of an elder, enjoy the sect's offerings without having to manage mundane affairs, and focus on one's own cultivation. Isn't that the mindset a cultivator should have?

(End of this chapter)