Waiting! Gu He Arrives!

The appearance of the Old Sect Master, Yun Shan, left the high-ranking members of the Misty Cloud Sect in a state of profound shock.

Yet, following that shock, the faces of the elders and deacons were filled with excitement; they swarmed toward Yun Shan with solicitous inquiries, displaying an intense, fawning enthusiasm.

The current upper echelon of the Misty Cloud Sect consisted almost entirely of the loyal confidants who had followed Yun Shan in the past. With Yun Shan suddenly reappearing after so many years, they naturally scrambled to curry favor and renew their connections.

Regrettably, Yun Shan did not reciprocate their warmth, his expression remaining cold and indifferent.

"Hmph!"

At Yun Shan's cold snort, the crowd finally realized that he seemed to be quite angry, and they fell silent one after another.

"Gathering here at the crack of dawn—what kind of decorum is this?"

Yun Shan's gaze was cold and majestic as he swept it across the crowd.

"Before I went into seclusion, what were my instructions to you?"

"I trusted you, which is why I entrusted each of you with heavy responsibilities."

"But what now? What is it that you are doing?"

Yun Shan's face was livid, etched with fury, as if these people before him had committed some heinous act of betrayal against the Misty Cloud Sect.

Having been berated head-on by Yun Shan, Yun Leng and the other high-ranking members were left completely bewildered.

Had they done something wrong?

Why was the Old Sect Master so incredibly furious?

The Misty Cloud Sect leaders present subconsciously searched their memories, wondering if they had committed some grave error during this period.

Seeing that these people had no inkling of their mistakes, Yun Shan's expression grew even gloomier.

"Yun Leng, as the First Elder in charge of the Law Enforcement Hall, why are you running around here at the crack of dawn?"

"Yun He, as the Second Elder, are you not supposed to be guarding the Scripture Library? Have you forgotten your duties?"

"Yun Tao, as the Third Elder, should you not be supervising the disciples' cultivation?"

"Ge Ye, as an outer sect deacon, if you aren't maintaining order in the outer sect, are you intending to neglect your duties?"

Yun Shan called out the names of the Misty Cloud Sect's leaders one by one, delivering harsh critiques for each and scolding the elders and deacons until they were thoroughly humiliated.

Hearing Yun Shan's angry rebukes, the high-ranking members finally realized the error of their ways.

Facing the Old Sect Master's stern accusations, they lowered their heads in shame, one after another.

High above in the void, Yun Yun watched her teacher's performance below, completely dumbfounded.

To think he could even do this...

However, it certainly looked the part!

"Wow, Grandmaster is so imposing!"

At this moment, Nalan Yanran, held in Yun Yun's arms, exclaimed, watching the awe-inspiring Yun Shan below with a sense of worship.

Usually, the high-ranking members like Yun Leng relied on the fact that they had once followed Yun Shan and held seniority to throw their weight around.

Even before Yun Yun, the Sect Master, they would occasionally adopt the posture of elders, flaunting their seniority.

Yun Yun, however, had a gentle temperament; even if she felt dissatisfied, she would not confront them in public.

Because of this, Nalan Yanran had never held any affection for these elders who loved to flaunt their status.

Seeing them being berated head-on by Yun Shan now, she felt a sense of immense satisfaction.

Nalan Yanran said to Yun Yun, "Teacher, you really should learn from Grandmaster—be a bit more domineering and imposing."

Yun Yun shook her head at these words, a trace of helplessness appearing on her face.

Most of these elders had watched her grow up; given her personality, she simply could not bring herself to be as overbearing as Yun Shan.

Below, the high-ranking members of the Misty Cloud Sect were unable to lift their heads under Yun Shan's scolding.

"Old Sect Master, this subordinate knows his error."

"Old Sect Master, we were wrong!"

"Old Sect Master..."

One after another, the leaders began to admit their faults.

"Since you know you were wrong, why haven't you returned to your posts immediately?"

Seeing that they realized their mistakes, Yun Shan's expression softened slightly, and he reprimanded them, "If you dare to neglect your duties again, I will strip you of your positions."

Upon hearing this, the faces of the Misty Cloud Sect leaders changed instantly.

This was a crisis of impending unemployment!

"Yes, we are returning at once."

Yun Leng responded, then immediately turned and ran toward the gates of the Misty Cloud Sect.

Seeing this, the other elders and deacons followed suit in a hurry.

However, before leaving, they all cast lingering glances at the shop's entrance, their hearts filled with regret.

Sigh, the moment they turned to leave, they felt as if they had just missed out on a heaven-sent opportunity.

If Ye Yun were to see this scene, he would surely let out a sigh.

This is the tragedy of being a corporate slave!

Back in the day, he had traveled this very same path.

Watching all the high-ranking members of the Misty Cloud Sect depart, Yun Shan looked at the now-empty shop entrance, a smile tugging at the corners of his mouth.

That's better; finally, no one is here to fight me for the jars.

"Teacher, your intervention was effective as always."

At this moment, Yun Yun descended with Nalan Yanran and spoke softly.

Hearing this, Yun Shan glanced at Yun Yun and said helplessly, "Yun'er, your personality is still too gentle."

Having watched Yun Yun grow up since she was a child, Yun Shan knew her character like the back of his hand.

If he hadn't come out of seclusion today, and Yun Yun had faced such a scene alone, she would surely have been overwhelmed, and the situation would have been a complete mess.

Perhaps these elders would have even come to blows over the jars.

Yun Shan admonished, "As the Sect Leader, and now a Dou Zong powerhouse, you must be firm when the situation calls for it; there is no need to worry about your teacher's face."

Hearing this, Yun Yun nodded, "This disciple will take your teachings to heart, Teacher."

Yun Shan nodded, and the three of them walked to the shop entrance to wait.

"Yun'er, when will the owner of this shop open the door?"

Looking at the unremarkable shop before him, Yun Shan frowned and asked.

"Regarding that, this disciple does not know."

Yun Yun shook her head.

"The Little Shopkeeper once said that everything follows fate."

Nalan Yanran spoke up, "Is he still sleeping in? Should I call him to wake up?"

"Yanran, do not be rude."

Hearing this, Yun Yun was startled and immediately stopped Nalan Yanran's reckless behavior.

If they were to offend this Little Shopkeeper, it might bring a great disaster upon the Misty Cloud Sect.

Thinking of the methods Ye Yun had displayed yesterday, Yun Yun felt immense trepidation in her heart.

Following this, the three of them waited quietly at the entrance.

Half an hour later, a figure in white slowly descended; it was none other than the Pill King, Gu He.