The discussions in the Main Hall abruptly ceased, leaving only the sound of footsteps outside.
Two men stepped into the Main Hall almost simultaneously.
They were none other than the Sect Master and First Grand Elder of the Wild Ox Sect.
The First Grand Elder looked somewhat older.
In terms of actual age, the First Grand Elder really was older; he was the Sect Master's senior brother.
He had always resented his junior brother becoming Sect Master.
In the past, his strength had fallen short of his junior brother's, leaving him unable to change the situation.
Now that he had broken through, it was time for someone else to take the position of Sect Master.
Seeing the First Grand Elder enter the Main Hall alongside him, the Sect Master's expression darkened.
This was a challenge to his authority before everyone.
He was the Sect Master. Everyone else should have entered behind him.
With a grim expression, he walked to the head of the hall.
The First Grand Elder said nothing and likewise stood at the head of the hall, right beside him.
"First Grand Elder, mind where you stand," the Sect Master reprimanded him.
"Junior Brother, haven't we already agreed on this?" the First Grand Elder said with a faint smile. "We summoned the sect's disciples this time to ask everyone what they think of you. I have the right to stand here now."
"First Grand Elder, are you trying to defy your superior?" an elder below demanded.
At these words, everyone turned to look at him.
Not everyone here had grievances against the Sect Master. He still had a few trusted followers.
The elder who had spoken was one of them.
"Defying my superior? What a weighty label to slap on me. I merely wish to speak a word