"Venerable Fang, did you base this proposal on the sect's rules for granting fiefs and assigning guardians? I have studied those rules a little myself, and I know they are indeed workable. However, the value of a Grotto-Heaven World is far greater than that of an ordinary Spirit Peak Blessed Land. If we follow those rules to the letter, I fear there will be many problems."
After hearing Fang Qianyuan's proposal, Grand Elder Tian Heng immediately offered his opinion.
Fang Qianyuan said, "What insights might you have, Grand Elder?"
Tian Heng glanced at him and said, "Ultimately, my concern is that a Grotto-Heaven World is too valuable. Whether we sell it or subcontract it, the various powers will struggle to bear the cost. Perhaps we could establish rules for deferred payment. Anyone aspiring to receive a fief as a world lord could postpone payment and offset the debt with their world's produce."
"Of course, we are granting fiefs throughout the Myriad Realms to select the worthy and capable, so that they may properly manage the Alliance's holdings, not ruin them for nothing. Thus, not just anyone can be given an opportunity. We must draw a clear line for all to see, telling cultivators everywhere what it takes to become a world lord."
Hearing the melody, Fang Qianyuan understood the deeper meaning at once. "Your words are sound, Grand Elder."
Tian Heng smiled reservedly and nodded slightly.
Naturally, he did not believe Fang Qianyuan had failed to consider the limited capabilities of those taking over. Even if Fang Qianyuan truly had overlooked it, the Azure Cloud Sect supported so many talented elites, staff advisors, and strategists who were not merely eating its rice for nothing.
This was an opportunity for him to fill in the gaps and establish the rules.
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