Among the disciples of the Punishment Hall surrounding the area outside, a Mid Golden Core cultivator stepped forward.
He cupped his hands to the crowd. "Greetings, Shadow Master. This subordinate received word that disciples were causing trouble in the Finance Hall and seizing account books.
According to the Blood Shadow Sect's rules, these disciples should all be taken back to the Punishment Hall for questioning.
The ringleader is to be executed, while the others must also be severely punished. This subordinate was apprehending them in accordance with sect rules."
Zhou Luan nodded. "You did well. The elders and I will handle this matter. Withdraw for now."
The Mid Golden Core cultivator did not dare defy Zhou Luan's order. With a wave of his hand, the Punishment Hall disciples stood by near the Punishment Hall.
Zhang Yue was the first to enter the Punishment Hall. He shouted, "The Shadow Master and the elders are all outside. Stay put and behave yourselves. The Shadow Master will deal with this matter.
Where is the account book? The Shadow Master will inspect it shortly."
Manager Li took the account book from his storage bag and placed it on the counter.
Zhang Yue glanced at him. "Take out every spatial treasure on you and place them on the counter for the Shadow Master's inspection."
Manager Li did not dare go against the Second Elder either. He obediently brought out three Storage Bags and a Universe Ring.
Zhou Luan and the other elders entered the Finance Hall. Everyone inside bowed. "Greetings, Shadow Master."
Zhou Luan waved a hand. "No need for such formalities. I heard that the Finance Hall distributed salaries unfairly, driving you disciples to seize the account book.
Where is that account book now? Bring it to me."
Zhang Yue turned all of Manager