Indeed, who did he, Zhen Youde, think he was?
Within the colossal Myriad Treasures Pavilion, he was merely a slightly larger pawn.
The Li Family, however, was a player who could control the lifeblood of two provinces.
The General Pavilion would consider only the greater interests. Sacrificing a pawn like him to quell the Li Family's anger was a bargain that could hardly be better.
"Pavilion Master... this subordinate knows he was wrong. I truly know I was wrong..."
Zhen Youde's spirit broke completely. He slumped to the floor, tears and snot streaming down his face. "But that idle post at the Southern General Pavilion... this subordinate..."
"An idle post at the Southern General Pavilion is already the best outcome I could secure for you, out of consideration for your loyalty and the money you've earned for the branch pavilion over the years!"
Yun Bugui said coldly, "It's better than having your cultivation crippled and being thrown at the Li Family's gates for them to deal with as they please!"
Zhen Youde wanted to say something more.
But Yun Bugui said, "The matter is settled. Say no more."
He pinched the bridge of his nose. "Pack your things and leave immediately to take up your post at the Southern General Pavilion. The new Pavilion Master of the Ascending Dragon Prefecture Branch Pavilion will arrive in a few days."
"Yes... this subordinate... obeys." Zhen Youde accepted the order despondently. He knew that this time, he was utterly finished.
Only after Zhen Youde staggered out did Yun Bugui heave a long sigh and lean back in his chair.
Zhen Youde had been one of his most capable men. Otherwise, he would never have occupied such an important position as Pavilion Master of the Ascending Dragon Prefecture Branch Pavilion.
In truth, Yun Bugui