"Disciple Changqing!"
"This matter... requires careful consideration!"
By this point, even Tongtian was losing his composure.
After all, as the Interception Sect Leader, he had to weigh the gains and losses of the entire Interception Sect.
As supreme Spirit Treasures, the River Diagram and Luo Book were certainly precious.
But now, Kunpeng was a rat everyone wanted to beat.
Accepting him into the Interception Sect might well draw criticism from all living beings.
It would also deal a considerable blow to the Interception Sect's fortune and prestige.
Tongtian even found himself wondering inwardly.
Has Disciple Changqing drunk himself senseless again?
Is he thinking only of acquiring treasures, without considering the consequences?
Yet, after Tongtian sent his voice through divine sense,
Gu Changqing showed no reaction whatsoever.
Seeing this, Tongtian was utterly helpless.
Well, then!
This "wayward disciple" now dared to ignore even his master's words outright.
Fortunately, just then, Duobao and the others seemed to understand what Tongtian was thinking.
Duobao and the others stepped forward, stood beside Gu Changqing, and spoke in low voices:
"Junior Brother Changqing, why cause such an uproar among all living beings just for the River Diagram and Luo Book?"
"Kunpeng brought this upon himself. He deserves it. You mustn't associate with him..."
"Exactly, Senior Brother Changqing. Think twice before acting."
"Hmph, there would be nothing to mourn even if Kunpeng died."
"If we became his fellow disciples, wouldn't all living beings laugh us to scorn?!"
They spoke over one another, voicing their objections.
Even with Kunpeng present, Duobao and the others felt no need for restraint and made no attempt to conceal their contempt for him.
Kunpeng's face filled with embarrassment.
But Gu Changqing remained unconcerned after hearing their words.
He gulped down several more mouthfuls of fine wine, seemingly growing even drunker.
Then