Li Tianjue nodded and said calmly, "If everyone agrees, I naturally won't object."
Tang Xiaoguo and Lu Jixing immediately agreed and applauded enthusiastically. Although Chu Tianshu was not present, he would definitely agree with both hands and feet. As for the one he didn't recognize... was it Fourth Senior Brother?
He kept his head down, remaining silent throughout, neither agreeing nor disagreeing.
The Great Elder smiled so much his eyes almost squinted, stroking his long beard. "Good, it's settled then. From now on, Su Yatou, you are an inner disciple of Qingxu Heaven."
The Fifth Elder also laughed heartily. "Wonderful! Qingxu Heaven hasn't had a new inner disciple in years. Su Yatou, your arrival is perfectly timed. We'll hold your disciple acceptance ceremony shortly. According to the old rules, in the absence of the Sect Master, you shall perform the grand ceremony before his portrait."
Su Luo finally felt relieved.
But... she didn't just want to join Qingxu Heaven; she also wanted a leisurely job!
In the past half-month, Su Luo had learned from Tang Xiaoguo that both outer and inner disciples of Qingxu Heaven were required to complete a certain number of sect missions each month.
Outer disciples could earn contribution points through tasks like planting spiritual grains and tea, or raising spiritual birds and beasts. These points could then be used at the Resource Hall to obtain spiritual stones, pills, cultivation techniques, and other resources.
Inner disciples, while not having to do such arduous work, were still required to undertake sect-issued missions monthly. These could include eliminating wanted members of demonic sects or eradicating rampaging demonic beasts.
Didn't Second Senior Brother Chu Tianshu go to Yunmeng Village?
But she didn't want to work so hard.
Su Luo was only willing to endure hardship in cultivation; otherwise, she just wanted to eat, drink, have fun, and admire beautiful people. Doing missions was too tiring!
She tentatively asked, "Several grandfathers, I also want to ask, how can one become an elder of Qingxu Heaven? You know... someone who doesn't have to do missions and receives a monthly stipend from the sect..."
This was also something she had learned from Tang Xiaoguo.
She heard that even stewards had to manage outer disciples, which was too troublesome, so she discarded that option as well.
The Great Elder was a little surprised. "Su Yatou, do you want to be an elder like us old men?"
This was very taxing work; could she handle it?
Moreover, Qingxu Heaven had never had a precedent for a newly joined disciple becoming an elder. The elders were momentarily put in a difficult position, and Li Tianjue's eyes darkened. He had finally seen Su Luo's true colors.
What great ambition!
A mere girl actually wanted to become an elder of Qingxu Heaven?
Li Tianjue's pupils deepened, a dark glint flashing in his eyes. He clasped his hands behind his back and said indifferently, "It's not impossible for you to become an elder. As long as your sect contribution points reach one million, or you render great service to Qingxu Heaven, an exception can be made."
Su Luo's eyes lit up. "Is that true?"
One million sect contribution points was too much; she didn't want to work hard. But rendering great service... if she could cure Fifth Senior Brother, would that count? After all, Fifth Senior Brother was the Sect Master's son, and curing him would be a great deed!
Just then, a commotion arose from outside the hall.
"Several elders, senior and junior brothers and sisters, this is bad!"
Two disciples, dressed in gray-blue outer disciple robes, rushed in with panicked expressions. After hastily paying their respects, they said, "Something has happened in Yunmeng Village, a hundred li down the mountain. Many villagers have died..."
Everyone was startled. The two disciples then briefly explained the situation.
All smiles vanished from their faces. Li Tianjue said gravely, "Several elders, Tianshu went to Yunmeng Village more than half a month ago. He mentioned this matter then and said he had accepted a mission to handle it, but we haven't heard from him since."
These words struck like a warning bell, casting a somber mood over everyone.
Qingxu Heaven, as one of the top powers within the Northern Underworld Empire, had always been a model of righteous sects. Its mission was to eliminate demonic paths, uphold justice, protect the safety of ordinary people, and stabilize peace on the Xuanhuang Continent. Therefore, it was deeply respected by people and was one of the reasons countless cultivators wished to join.
Yunmeng Mountain was about a hundred li from Qingxu Heaven. They couldn't possibly ignore what happened there.
Especially since an inner disciple was involved.
"What are the specific details? Do you know?" Setting aside the discussion about Su Luo, the Great Elder immediately asked the two outer disciples.
"Reporting to the Great Elder, the situation in Yunmeng Village is currently unknown. We heard from villagers that it is very dangerous, and we dared not venture in rashly, so we returned to report." The two outer disciples faltered slightly and lowered their heads.
For a moment, the hall fell into a dead silence, the atmosphere heavy.
After a moment, the Great Elder looked sternly at the other elders and said, "There is no time to delay. Yunmeng Village is not far from Qingxu Heaven. Tianjue, you must set off immediately to investigate. Ensure you find Tianshu and make sure he is safe."
Li Tianjue immediately replied, "Great Elder, rest assured. Second Junior Brother will absolutely be fine. I'll go now."
With that, he clasped his fists in a gesture of respect and was about to leave.
"Wait, Senior Disciple Brother!"
Lu Jixing called out to him and said seriously, "The matter of Yunmeng Village is likely not simple. More hands mean more help. Since I have nothing else to do now, I'll go with Senior Disciple Brother."
He mumbled, "This nouveau riche, trapped in a small village, what a disgrace."
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After they rescue this scoundrel, he would surely mock him thoroughly.
The six elders did not object, and Li Tianjue agreed. After a brief preparation, the two descended the mountain.
Watching them leave, Su Luo hesitated.
Should she go and help?
Currently, Fifth Senior Brother had just taken the second dose of medicine and didn't require her constant supervision. However, her nature... she had always been accustomed to laziness, only liking to eat, drink, have fun, and disliking trouble and hardship the most.
To voluntarily run so far to save someone was truly not her style.
But Second Senior Brother had been so good to her, giving her so many good things the moment they met. Now that his life or death was uncertain, she truly felt uneasy. Moreover, if she saved Second Senior Brother, she would surely gain a lot of sect contribution points!
"I must go!"
Su Luo finally gritted her teeth and hurried after Li Tianjue and Lu Jixing.
Running until she was breathless, she finally caught up with Li Tianjue and Lu Jixing.
"Why are you here?" Li Tianjue looked at Su Luo's flushed face, somewhat surprised.
"Just like you, I'm here to save Second Senior Brother!" Su Luo said righteously. "I'm also worried something might have happened to him, and I want to help a little, and also accumulate sect contribution points."
Li Tianjue's expression darkened, and he said displeasedly, "Who told you to act on your own? You should have stayed at Qingxu Heaven, looked after Fifth Junior Brother, and paid attention to his condition. What are you doing following us? Go back quickly!"
Su Luo refused to listen. "Don't worry, Fifth Senior Brother just took his second dose of medicine yesterday, and it's not that urgent. Little Guo and the elders are looking after him, so he'll be fine. On the other hand, Second Senior Brother hasn't returned for so long, it's truly worrying."
Li Tianjue wanted to say more, but Lu Jixing had already started laughing.
"Since Little Junior Sister has come, then let's go together."
After speaking, he quietly asked Su Luo, "Is Fifth Junior Brother really fine? Does he not need you to watch him?"
Su Luo nodded. "He's really fine. Otherwise, how would I dare to come looking for you?"
"Hahaha, that's good then. Little Junior Sister is indeed amazing. After only being here for a short while, Fifth Junior Brother's condition has improved. You're truly a great divine doctor! Don't be afraid to go to Yunmeng Village; with Third Senior Brother protecting you, it's also a chance to gain some experience..."
The two walked ahead, chatting and laughing, leaving Li Tianjue behind as if they had completely forgotten him.
He was utterly exasperated with her.
Li Tianjue's mind was filled with countless words: reckless, impulsive, acting on whims, acting without authorization... She had only just agreed to join the sect, and she dared to leave him behind and ignore him. She was becoming more and more presumptuous.
Fine, considering she had treated Fifth Junior Brother's illness, he wouldn't quibble with her.