During their lengthy conversation earlier, True Lord Mingyue had tried every possible argument, even offering to represent the Seven Kingdoms Alliance in mediating the conflict between the two sects.
But without exception, she had made no progress.
In the name of "revenge," Liu Yu had flatly refused.
He had stated bluntly that murderers paid with their lives and debtors repaid their debts. This was a law as natural as heaven and earth.
Blood for blood was the simplest wish in the hearts of his disciples.
As the sect's patriarch, he naturally had to listen to the humble wishes of its countless disciples and respect their truest feelings.
Thus, in the name of "revenge," Liu Yu had never relented, no matter how she tried to persuade him.
And he had repeatedly emphasized that this was revenge, not aggression.
Only after finding him as impervious as stone had True Lord Mingyue changed tactics, attempting to persuade him from another angle.
She first praised his righteousness and foresight, then subtly pressured him with "the Alliance's interests" and "the greater good of humanity."
"No, no, no!"
"Fellow Daoist Mingjing, you flatter me far too much."
At this, Liu Yu waved his hands repeatedly, looking overwhelmed by the honor, unwilling to accept True Lord Mingyue's praise.
Then his expression turned solemn, and he said earnestly:
"In truth, I am narrow-minded. My heart cannot hold the countless living beings of this world. I have not reached such lofty heights, nor do I possess any profound understanding."
"I am merely a worldly man, an 'ordinary cultivator.'"
"But having taken up this burden from Senior Brother Tianfeng, I have a responsibility as the Primordial Yang Sect's patriarch to manage the sect well."
"And naturally, I am obliged to settle the sect's grievances!"
"**A tooth for a tooth, blood