Seeing all three patriarchs looking at him, he continued.
"First, experience and prestige."
"Though Yunjing is young, his combat strength already stands above all other Nascent Soul cultivators. In the battle on the western front, he single-handedly slew five Nascent Soul cultivators and severely wounded two at the peak. Such achievements shine across the ages!"
"His prestige, both within and beyond the sect, especially among the younger generation and our core disciples, is already unrivaled. Indeed... it has surpassed even mine."
Ming Lingchuan paused, then continued, his voice growing steadier and more forceful. "In a cataclysm, we need a powerful leader who can unite every force and whose commands are obeyed without question, not someone chosen by seniority."
"Second, ability and temperament."
"Yunjing is decisive in battle and ruthless when necessary, yet never loses sight of the greater good."
"After the battle on the western front, he could have used the momentum of his great victory to crush the Zhao Kingdom with harsh demands. Instead, having glimpsed heaven's secrets, he willingly relaxed the terms and swiftly secured peace. Such foresight preserves the overall strength of our sect, and indeed of humanity!"
"His composure and breadth of vision far exceed those of his peers. Even many of the older generation fall far short."
"His proposal to explore ancient ruins and preserve the embers of our legacy further demonstrates how far ahead he thinks."
"With such ability and temperament, he is more than worthy of this great responsibility!"
"Third, and most importantly!"
Ming Lingchuan's gaze grew piercing. "Fortune and potential! Yunjing has cultivated for barely a hundred years, yet has already achieved so much. He possesses numerous powerful magical treasures and mysterious opportunities. The abundance of his fortune is rare throughout the history of our sect, even throughout Tianlan Planet!"
"A cataclysm