Upon hearing this, Xu Chenhai's eyes revealed a longing look.
Then he appeared somewhat troubled.
Nine Ghost True Monarch had personally sent Wang Daoyuan here, showing just how highly he valued him.
Though a Child of Destiny possessed immense potential, at present, he was merely a lucky charm.
In terms of status, he was not even equal to an elder with real authority, and amounted to nothing before Nine Ghost True Monarch.
A Golden Core Cultivator without the support of the higher-ups had no chance of making a move against a Vice Hall Master.
Whether to act or give up, Xu Chenhai could not make up his mind.
Wang Daoyuan's eyes brimmed with killing intent as he stared at the former Great Elder.
He snorted coldly. "You, an elder with an idle post, dared reveal the private affairs of me, a Vice Hall Master, right to my face. Do you think the sect's rules are mere decorations?"
The rules were set by the higher-ups, and naturally protected the interests of the higher-ups.
The sect rule against defying one's superiors existed in most factions.
Though this fellow had once been the Great Elder, he had already been replaced by Zhang Yu Tang.
The sect master had not arranged another position for him for the time being, and he now only bore the title of elder.
In terms of power and status, he was even inferior to the stewards of the various halls.
As Vice Hall Master, Wang Daoyuan was also an elder with genuine authority.
According to the sect rules, an elder with an idle post should salute an elder with real authority upon meeting one.
The former Great Elder's face filled with fury, and he was about to rise and attack.
Wang Daoyuan said disdainfully, "Do you think all I