Chapter 140: Master Xin's Arrangement
Flowing Cloud Sword Sect's main hall.
The aged figure suddenly sighed. "Master Xin, don't be so stubborn."
"You know this isn't my arrangement, but that person's command."
"You're the only alchemist in the Sword Sect who can hold his own. No one else can accomplish this."
The old man in a blue robe snorted and rebuked him. "Great Elder, you once devoted yourself heart and soul to the Sword Sect. You were once the person I respected most."
"Why have you become like this now?"
"Have you forgotten the Sword Sect's purpose of exorcising demons, upholding justice, and saving all living beings?"
At this point, the old man abruptly changed tack and said with unshakable resolve, "The sect isn't ruled by one person alone."
"Nor is it his personal sect. If you intend to set things right, this old man will certainly stand with the Great Elder."
After saying this, he stared blazing-eyed at the figure opposite him.
Under the dim light, the figure stiffened slightly. He had not expected Master Xin to say something so outrageously defiant.
His old eyes narrowed slightly. "Master Xin, mind your words."
The old man's withered face twisted into a self-mocking smile. "This old man's lifespan is nearly exhausted. What is there left to fear?"
"Besides, does the Great Elder dare kill me?"
He laughed without restraint, making the figure opposite him knit his brows tightly.
"Must you go this far?"
The old man turned and left.
Seeing that the other party was about to walk out of the main hall, the figure suddenly spoke. "Having reached the end of your lifespan doesn't mean you'll die."
"As long as you agree to this, I can help you live another lifetime."
Sure enough, the old man's footsteps halted.
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