Qu Jianlei was completely speechless when he heard that. The senior had considered everything except himself.
It was not strange for Heroic Spirits to think that way. If they were not such people, they would not have left behind Obsessions after death.
He spoke in a deep voice. "But that isn't fair. Even if it doesn't have much effect on Ritual Artifacts, you seniors need it too, don't you?"
"I refuse to believe that if you can leave behind Obsessions, you don't need Guardian Rules!"
"You may feel that whether this wisp of Obsession remains or not makes no difference, and hope that those of us still alive can improve our strength as much as possible."
"But if descendants do not know how to respect their seniors or Heroic Spirits... are they worth protecting? They might as well be wiped out."
"You are free to be noble and selfless, but isn't it a little unfair to refuse on behalf of the other seniors?"
"Hah." As soon as he finished speaking, more than a dozen Obsessions emerged, each one delighting in his misfortune.
"To be scolded so harshly by a junior—Hypocrite, you have your day too!"
"I support Little Qu. We may choose not to have Guardian Rules, but that does not mean we do not need them. Why can't something like this be stated plainly?"
"Exactly. I hate this sort of self-indulgent sentimentality most. So damn hypocritical... just what one would expect from Hypocrite!"
"I won this bet. Those who owe me... you know what to do."
Hypocrite remained unmoved. He stated calmly, "I know you mean well, but using the Rules on Ritual Artifacts is somewhat inefficient."
"Only if you can ensure your own survival will our sacrifices have meaning."
"Besides, allowing this wisp of Obsession to dissipate is