Qu Binli froze on the spot.
He had never imagined that his attempt to help Azure Lightning Peak regain its dignity would be rejected outright by Qu Tong.
Was this still Qu Tong?
Was this still his overbearing aunt?
Was this still the eldest senior sister who had once led a generation of disciples as they grew?
The disciples of Azure Lightning Peak exchanged glances, unsure what to do for a moment.
Lin Ke was also quite surprised.
He had thought that after he said that, Qu Tong would hound him relentlessly like the other disciples of Azure Lightning Peak, determined to settle who was stronger.
But with Qu Tong suddenly saying this...
His impression of her could not help but change somewhat, and he immediately cupped his fists in thanks. "Thank you for being reasonable, Senior Sister."
"In that case, I won't disturb you any longer. I'll take my leave."
Yet no sooner had he finished than Qu Tong spoke again. "Why the hurry to leave, Junior Brother? I haven't finished speaking."
Lin Ke raised his eyebrows. "Please go ahead, Senior Sister."
Standing on the platform, Qu Tong looked calmly at Lin Ke, her voice as cool as ever:
"I can leave your private grudge with little Binli alone, but the fact remains that you have thoroughly disgraced Azure Lightning Peak."
"The elders cannot easily intervene in this matter, but as the eldest senior sister of our lineage branch, if I turn a blind eye, it will only make Azure Lightning Peak seem weak and easily bullied."
As she spoke, she slowly raised her hand. A wisp of purple lightning coiled around her fingertips, crackling faintly in the air.
"How about this-"
Qu Tong looked straight at Lin Ke. "Since you're resting from battle today, I won't force you."