On Jade Purity Peak.
"Junior Brother, I know you are deeply resentful over the personal disciples being injured in the secret realm, but even so, you should not act so rashly." Qing He let out a long sigh, his expression troubled.
"They hurt Ling'er." Qing Xuan spoke in a low voice.
"The situation is changing by the moment. The Joyous Union Sect already harbors thoughts of rebellion. If they use this matter to stir up conflict and ignite a war between the righteous and demonic paths, our Azure Sect will surely become the target of public criticism!" Qing He sighed again.
"But they hurt Ling'er." Qing Xuan spoke in a low voice.
"After that great battle ten years ago, our Azure Sect lost two Core Formation elders. Disciples in the Foundation Establishment and Qi Refining stages suffered grievous casualties as well, leaving our vitality greatly damaged. We still need time to recuperate and rebuild. We absolutely cannot cause further trouble." Qing He's brows were furrowed tightly enough to crush a mosquito.
"But they hurt Ling'er." Qing Xuan's voice remained heavy.
Qing He: "..."
He truly did not want war. Given the current circumstances, if war broke out, both sides would be playing a game of clearing disciples away.
It would be one thing if they could wipe out the demonic cultivators in one stroke, but the demonic path was no weaker than the righteous path. Its sects stood in great numbers, while its Lineage forces were intertwined like tangled roots. How could they be wiped out just because someone said so?
"They hurt Ling'er, so they must pay the price!" Qing Xuan's expression darkened.
True Person Qing He gritted his teeth, desperately suppressing the urge to smash his teacup. He took several deep breaths.
"Fine. How are Bai Ling's injuries?"