Published: March 2, 2025
CHAPTER 49: A Warning
Liu Yu nodded lightly, then noticed that only Sun Ju had arrived on time. Since it was already the hour of the snake, he frowned slightly and said,
"Where are Senior Brother Su and the others? Haven't they arrived yet?"
Sun Ju shook her head, indicating that she hadn't seen them come.
Thinking about the maid that Chai Wenzheng had arranged last night, Liu Yu's mind was clear; he understood why they hadn't arrived yet. However, he didn't want to make this clear to Sun Ju.
It is a common occurrence for people to indulge in pleasures, and he didn't want to interfere in others' private lives. However, today was the day for task handover, and their personal matters were causing him some annoyance.
"Junior Sister Sun, you did well to arrive on time. Since the others haven't shown up yet, please go and call them over one by one."
Liu Yu's expression darkened, his voice carrying a hint of coldness.
"Yes, Senior Brother!"
Although Sun Ju was somewhat reluctant to go, she didn't want to provoke Liu Yu's displeasure, knowing that this senior brother was powerful and equipped with high-quality magical artifacts. She still had to work under him for another five years, so offending him would be disastrous.
Following Liu Yu's instructions, Sun Ju went to call the others one by one.
A quarter of an hour later, Wu Chang, Zhou Guibo, and Xie Huaxiong stood with their heads down in the hall. Liu Yu looked at them with a cold face, while Sun Ju sat on a side chair, looking down at her arm, seemingly distracted by something appealing on it, ignoring the scene before her.
"Originally, this was your personal matter, and I didn’t want to interfere. But you have delayed the task because of your private matters. As the one in charge of this task, I can't let this slide."
"As the one responsible for this task, I do not wish to see a repeat of this situation in the next five years. Anyone who commits the same offense will be reported to the sect for severe punishment, and in serious cases, may even be sent back to the sect to participate in the great war!"
"As long as you all properly execute the task, I won't care how you indulge afterwards. But you must ensure the task is done well, without any mistakes. Now, take your seats!"
Liu Yu spoke steadily, glancing around. No one dared to meet his gaze. With his high cultivation level and a justifiable reason, he took this opportunity to reprimand them and establish his authority.
Wu Chang, Zhou Guibo, and Xie Huaxiong did not dare to refute; upon hearing this, they nodded in agreement and found chairs to sit down.
The Yuan Yang Sect, with its long-standing heritage, places great importance on rituals and hierarchy. Liu Yu's status was naturally a level above the others, and given the disparity in strength, they were in the wrong. Although they felt displeased, they could only accept the reprimand honestly and did not dare to speak back.
Before long, Su Ding walked in, cupping his hands and loudly saying,
"I truly apologize for making Junior Brother Liu wait."
His eyes had dark circles, and his skin was pale, as if he had experienced the vicissitudes of life. Having poor aptitude, he was neglected and sent to guard Cold Moon City. After the war for the spiritual stone mine began, he was to return to the sect, knowing that his chances of survival were slim. Feeling disheartened, he had already given up on cultivation and started to indulge in pleasures.
"It's just a short while, nothing to worry about. Time is of the essence. Since Senior Brother Su is here, let's set off!"
Both were inner sect disciples, so Liu Yu didn’t say much. After today, they might never meet again; as long as he didn’t leave any hidden troubles during the task, he would be quite tolerant of him, only urging him to complete the handover quickly.
"Alright, since Junior Brother is concerned about sect matters, let's go."
Noticing that the junior brothers did not want to chat, Su Ding did not seek to amuse himself. After speaking, he led the way outside.