Grand Sky Palace, this time the sect assembly not only included the Head Elder but also the ordinary elders and even the deacons.
Chu Xinghe found that his seat this time was not in the audience area but right next to the Great Elder.
After taking his seat, Sect Master Gu Mingchao personally presided over the assembly.
The agenda was straightforward: to discuss the matters concerning the Millennium Grand Festival.
The Millennium Grand Festival is arguably the most significant event on the Blazing Sun Continent today.
A thousand years ago, all factions on the Blazing Sun Continent joined forces to eliminate the evil tribe, bringing about the current era of peace.
Speaking of this battle against the evil forces a millennium ago, it wasn't just a matter for the righteous path; even the Demonic Sect participated in the great war.
This was the first time in history that the righteous and evil sides joined forces.
The brutality of the war needs no elaboration; both the righteous path and the Demonic Sect suffered heavy losses, with countless powerful figures falling in the war to exterminate the evil forces.
To commemorate the sages who died in this war, the Grand Festival was established.Every hundred years, regardless of alignment, all factions must participate in the Grand Festival to honor the heroic spirits of the sages and recount their achievements.
Moreover, during the Grand Festival, all hostilities must be put aside, and no faction is allowed to make any moves during the festival.
For a thousand years, both the Demonic Sect and the righteous path have silently adhered to this rule.
Therefore, this Millennium Grand Festival will not only see the gathering of the righteous path at the Grand Sky Sect but also the Demonic Sect coming to participate, making it the only event on the Blazing Sun Continent where both sides completely cease hostilities to hold a grand event together.
Listening to Sect Master Gu Mingchao's introduction of the Millennium Grand Festival, Chu Xinghe was so excited that he almost wet his pants.
Listen!
Both the righteous and evil factions are participating; this is a super festival involving the entire Blazing Sun Continent.
And for such an event, if our Grand Sky Sect is hosting it, how many resources will we have to invest?
The key point is, for an event like the Millennium Grand Festival, no one is going to chip in for us, right?
In other words, our Grand Sky Sect is only spending without any income for this Millennium Grand Festival—how much are we going to lose on this?
Moreover, this is the grandest festival in the world, coinciding with the millennium mark. Isn't it reasonable to make this festival as grand and magnificent as possible?
Chu Xinghe did some calculations. Damn it, if we go all out on this, we might have to pour half of the Grand Sky Sect into it, right?
Thanks to the sages from a thousand years ago, just for creating a millennium of peace for the entire Blazing Sun Continent, I, Chu Xinghe, am willing to go all out to host an unprecedented grand festival for you!
As the meeting entered the discussion phase, such a significant matter naturally required the full effort of the Grand Sky Sect. In fact, not just the Grand Sky Sect, but any matter related to the Millennium Grand Festival, regardless of alignment, must be fully supported by all parties.
At this moment, the Sect Master's intention was clear: a chief coordinator must be selected.
After all, such a major event can't be a disorganized mess, right?
There needs to be someone to oversee the entire operation; only then can this Millennium Grand Festival be executed to perfection.
This Millennium Grand Festival is not just a festival; it also concerns the reputation of the Grand Sky Sect.
The last time the nine-hundred-year festival was hosted by the Cloud Soar Sect. Although they spent a lot, they also showcased their capabilities, propelling them to the position of the third sect in the world after the festival.
In contrast, during the eight-hundred-year festival, the Star Moon Sect was so stingy that they almost ruined the festival. To this day, whether righteous or evil, everyone agrees that the Star Moon Sect truly embarrassed themselves during the eight-hundred-year festival.
So Gu Mingchao's requirement was simple.
Our Grand Sky Sect, the number one sect in the world, not only needs to host the festival to perfection but also to demonstrate the strength of our Grand Sky Sect to the entire world!
After Gu Mingchao's words fell, the entire Grand Sky Hall was silent for a full minute, even the Great Elder remained speechless.
There's no way around it; the Millennium Grand Festival is too extensive, with too many considerations. It's a matter of global significance, so any oversight could lead to a major issue.
If it gets messed up, where would the face of the Grand Sky Sect be?
So no one dared to respond to Gu Mingchao's words.
"Sect Master, Xinghe is willing to give it a try!"
Just as everyone was silent, Chu Xinghe stood up.
At this moment, Chu Xinghe was so excited he was about to cry.
Listen... this isn't me, Chu Xinghe, trying to squander the sect's resources; the Sect Master said it, we need to go all out.
If this Millennium Grand Festival is done well, our Grand Sky Sect will have to pour in countless resources, a blood loss.
If the Millennium Grand Festival isn't done well, not only will our Grand Sky Sect suffer a blood loss in resources, but we'll also become a laughingstock, with people mocking us as the so-called number one sect in the world.
Damn it, whether it's done well or not, it's a blood loss either way...
This is a no-lose situation!
Others may fear this or that, but what do I, Chu Xinghe, have to fear?
I, Chu Xinghe, declare that even if Fortune Essence and Misfortune stand side by side with me, it's all for nothing.
I, Chu Xinghe, stand on the ground of invincibility.
For the suddenly outspoken Chu Xinghe, everyone's gaze fell on him.
"Xinghe, don't speak nonsense. The Millennium Grand Festival is of great importance; just sit and listen."
The first to speak was the Great Elder, but everyone understood that the Great Elder was protecting Xinghe.
As the Great Elder said, the Millennium Grand Festival is not like Feng Fei's wedding. No matter how grand Feng Fei's wedding is, even if something goes wrong, it's a joyous occasion, and everyone will just laugh it off.
But the Millennium Grand Festival involves everyone in the world. For so many years, every centennial festival has been conducted under immense pressure from all sides.
The Cloud Soar Sect invested heavily back then, and even their near-perfect festival was criticized for various shortcomings.
If Xinghe were to handle this Millennium Grand Festival, no matter how well he does, it would inevitably give people something to criticize.
So this Millennium Grand Festival isn't about showing off; it's about taking the blame.
Even if the Grand Sky Sect spares no expense, it's impossible to gain everyone's approval. In the end, no one will praise you for doing well; they'll only magnify your flaws.
"Elder He, you are the most knowledgeable. Why not let you handle this Millennium Grand Festival?" Gu Mingchao ignored Chu Xinghe's volunteering and handed the hot potato to Elder He.
Elder He, upon hearing this, could only smile bitterly and stand up.
But before Elder He could speak, Chu Xinghe interjected, "Sect Master, although Elder He is knowledgeable, he has no experience in this area. Let me handle it!"
"Xinghe... everyone knows you want to contribute to the sect, but you're still young. This matter isn't as simple as you think. Sit down," Sect Master Gu Mingchao sighed helplessly.
"Yes, Xinghe, the world isn't as kind as you think. No matter how well the Millennium Grand Festival is conducted, it will be criticized. You're still young; we can't let you handle it!"
Elder He also tried to persuade Xinghe.
But after hearing Elder He's words, Chu Xinghe was almost in tears.
Come on... dear elders, don't be like this. I'm not afraid of embarrassment, I'm not afraid of criticism; I dream of being attacked.
If I miss such a great opportunity, do you believe I might just bash my head against the wall here?
"Sect Master, elders, Xinghe knows you're worried that the Millennium Grand Festival will bring external criticism upon me, but thunder and rain are both blessings from heaven. The Great Elder always says that my journey has been too smooth, but I know it's not because I'm exceptionally capable, but because I'm a disciple of the Grand Sky Sect, with all the elders standing behind me, supporting me!"
"But Sect Master, elders, have you considered that I can't always be under your protection? One day, I will have to face the storms alone. Today, if I take charge of this Millennium Grand Festival, regardless of success or failure, it will be a tremendous experience for me. Even if I make mistakes, there are many elders to guide and help me."
"Allow me to say something presumptuous: if one day I have the fortune to lead the sect, how can a Xinghe who has never faced storms make our Grand Sky Sect stand proudly in the world?"
"With the elders behind me, no storm can defeat me; it will only make me stronger!"
After Chu Xinghe's words, the entire Grand Sky Hall fell silent.
At this moment, whether it was Sect Master Gu Mingchao, the elders, or even the deacons, everyone's minds were shaken.
They all loved Xinghe and didn't want him to stand out in this Millennium Grand Festival because no matter how well he did, he would inevitably face criticism.
But Xinghe's words made perfect sense.
His words weren't presumptuous; he is destined to lead the Grand Sky Sect in the future. If he doesn't have the courage to face storms, how can he lead the Grand Sky Sect to greater heights?
As Xinghe said, even if he makes mistakes today, we, the Grand Sky Sect, have so many old fellows here. We can support him, and if anyone dares to speak ill of our Xinghe, we old fellows can still wield our swords.
But if we always let Xinghe have it easy, what then?
The Great Elder looked at the many elders of the Grand Sky Sect; which of them hadn't fought through storms?
Who hasn't been criticized like a sea dog?
But it's precisely because they endured the storms that they achieved what they have today.
So Xinghe is right; we old fellows are blinded by our concern.
We always say the disciples need experience, but when it comes time to face the storms, we feel sorry for Xinghe and don't want him to take risks.
But Xinghe is good... he didn't choose to avoid it; he chose to face it head-on. Even knowing there's an abyss ahead, he has the courage to fill it!
The Millennium Grand Festival might make another disciple retreat into their shell, but Xinghe is different.
If Xinghe can get through this, it will be a rebirth for him.
"Xinghe is right. No matter what, we old fellows are behind him, so I support Xinghe!" The Great Elder was the first to express support.
"Xinghe is right; we old fellows should give the child a chance to experience the storms. But those storms better not talk nonsense, or I'll still wield my sword!"
"I support Xinghe!"
"Xinghe... go ahead, if anyone talks nonsense, I'll take care of them!"
Soon, the decision was made, and Sect Master Gu Mingchao, along with countless elders, looked at Xinghe with a sense of emotion.
Truly, God Bless Grand Sky Sect!
In the face of such a situation, which other young person would dare to step forward? Who wouldn't cherish their reputation?
But our Xinghe loves to face challenges; difficulties and setbacks have never been something our Xinghe fears. Our Xinghe will only trample difficulties and setbacks underfoot!
Chu Xinghe bowed to thank the Sect Master and the elders.
Rest assured, no matter the storm, I, Chu Xinghe, can withstand it, and the stronger the storm, the more excited I become!
As for the sect's consumption, rest assured, the more we spend today, the faster I, Chu Xinghe, will grow. Today, you elders shelter me from the storm; one day, I, Chu Xinghe, will lead a new Grand Sky Sect to soar to the skies!