A Life of Toil

Chen Yang had not been prepared for this at all—or rather, he had never even entertained the thought. He had become the Jie Sect Leader before only to develop the Jie Sect and avert the Investiture Tribulation.

Now, the Investiture Tribulation most likely would not occur. Chen Yang had no desire to manage the Jie Sect anymore. Yet here they were, handing both the Human Sect and Exposition Sect over to him. One man becoming the leader of all Three Teachings—this was simply absurd.

Tongtian sighed as well. "Then it is settled. From this day forth, Chen Yang will not only be a disciple of the Jie Sect, but also a disciple of the Human Sect and the Exposition Sect. The Human, Chan, and Jie Three Teachings will henceforth return as one, their Fortune linked together, without distinction between us."

Tongtian's solemn words left Chen Yang looking slightly dazed. Fine, how had Tongtian sold him off in the blink of an eye?

Duobao looked at Chen Yang and transmitted his voice. "Brat... stop agonizing over it and agree already. When the Human, Chan, and Jie Three Teachings split apart back then, your grandmaster always felt guilty about it. Now that they can return to one family, he will surely be delighted. Hurry up and agree, kid."

Chen Yang understood what was happening, and said, "This disciple, Chen Yang, is willing to inherit the position of Human Sect Leader and Exposition Sect Leader. Thereafter, I will merge the Three Teachings and become their leader, spreading their doctrines far and wide and bringing prosperity to all three..."

Chen Yang's expression was earnest, carrying a firm resolve. At this point, he had no choice, and he knew what choice to make. Being one sect leader was work; being two was work too. If