C15 The Grand Upper Elder's Method

When the disciples stirred up trouble, it became a significant issue for the Star Cloud Sect, and the elders were promptly informed.

The Dust Taoist took charge of the situation and escorted Dongfang Menghuan and two others to the Elder's Courtyard.

Bai Yu stood at the center, while the Second Prince and Dongfang Menghuan stood to the side, silent and subdued like defeated roosters.

Observing their demeanor, the elders shook their heads in dismay.

"It's hard to believe that the golden Root is so formidable."

Despite possessing a purple Root, the Second Prince was no match for a single move from Bai Yu.

The Dust Taoist addressed them, "Reflect on your actions here. The Grand Upper Elder will handle your case personally later on."

The matter involved Bai Yu, necessitating the Grand Upper Elder's direct intervention.

With a discreet signal from the Dust Taoist, the other elders departed from the Elder's Courtyard.

They understood that the Grand Upper Elder preferred to address the issue without an audience.

Bai Yu chose a spot to sit and began to gradually regain his strength.

The Second Prince approached Dongfang Menghuan, whispering as quietly as possible.

Only the three of them were present in the Elder's Courtyard, and it was likely that the elders outside could overhear their conversation.

"Later, tell the Grand Upper Elder that Bai Yu harassed you."

Such misconduct was intolerable within the Star Cloud Sect, and the Grand Upper Elder would undoubtedly take this seriously.

If the two of them combined forces to expel someone, they would be recognized as possessing the strongest Root.

Dongfang Menghuan was uncertain if her words alone could sway the Grand Upper Elder.

Nevertheless, she resolved to attempt it and see if the Grand Upper Elder would disclose the matter.

Shortly, in the time it takes an incense stick to burn, the Grand Upper Elder arrived, alighting before them.

Dongfang Menghuan knelt before him, tearfully recounting the recent events, albeit with some exaggeration.

Listening to her account, the Second Prince's face twisted into a vindictive grin.

Without the Star Cloud Sect's protection, Bai Yu would have only one fate left to him—death.

The Second Prince wielded the power of the dynasty, but with the protection of the Star Cloud Sect, no one dared to challenge him.

However, should Bai Yu lose his status as a disciple, they would seize the opportunity to act.

The Grand Upper Elder glanced towards Bai Yu and saw him diligently cultivating on a stool.

Someone with a golden Root would not commit such a basic error.

He produced a pill from his robes and placed it before Dongfang Menghuan.

"Take this pill first; your health is paramount."

Dongfang Menghuan, unsure of the pill's nature prepared by the Grand Upper Elder, swallowed it without hesitation.

"What exactly happened?"

As the pill's effects set in, Dongfang Menghuan relayed the whole incident.

The Second Prince, standing behind her, was puzzled as to why she had included him in her account.

Hearing the connection to the Second Prince, the Grand Upper Elder let out a soft laugh and addressed him, "Second Prince."

The Second Prince bowed with his hands clasped and knelt, "Grand Upper Elder, I assure you, such an event has never occurred."

Given that the Grand Upper Elder had administered the Star Cloud Sect's unique pill, Dongfang Menghuan's words were undoubtedly truthful.

"Seek out the Dust Taoist for your punishment; I will not penalize you further."

Each person had their mentor, and the Dust Taoist was the Second Prince's.

Bai Yu opened his eyes to find the Grand Upper Elder seated nearby.

Dongfang Menghuan stood in the courtyard, her eyes glazed, completely unaware of the recent events.

"What's happened here?"

Bai Yu felt something was amiss, but he was clueless about the actual events.

The Grand Upper Elder chuckled, "She's ingested our Star Cloud Sect's pill, which compels her to speak only the truth."

Initially, Dongfang Menghuan sought only to avenge herself.

But after being persuaded by the Second Prince several times, she nearly caused a great calamity.

The Second Prince's name had come up repeatedly in the matter, warranting caution.

Observing Bai Yu's search for the Second Prince, the Grand Upper Elder chuckled again.

"The Second Prince has gone to consult with the Dust Taoist and will not return for some time."

The Dust Taoist held the Second Prince to high standards and certainly would not tolerate repeated mistakes.

As soon as the Second Prince returned to the courtyard, he was immediately met with a thrashing from the Dust Taoist.

"Do you still think it's not shameful enough? I've already told you that you're no match for Bai Yu."

The Root of the Second Prince and that of Bai Yu were not on the same level, yet he persisted in challenging Bai Yu.

Without proper cultivation, he was inevitably beaten every time he tried.

The Second Prince, his face full of defiance, listened as the Dust Taoist continued to berate him.

"You still dare to be defiant? Tell me, do you accept this lesson?"

The Second Prince's gaze shifted away, signaling his likely future attempts to provoke Bai Yu.

Their courtyards were adjacent, making the situation inherently absurd.

All the Second Prince needed to do was scale the wall to witness or even join the fray.

The Dust Taoist examined the Second Prince and noticed many blockages in his meridians.

"Follow me inside. If you bring me shame again, don't bother returning."

Bai Yu had been disciplined by the Dust Taoist, and now the Dust Taoist was disciplining his own disciple.

The elders in the courtyard were avidly discussing the incident, which the Dust Taoist hoped would not spread further.

Bai Yu was different from the Second Prince; he received special attention from the Grand Upper Elder.

The Grand Upper Elder approached Bai Yu, noting his self-cultivation and recovery.

"Always strive to improve your condition. I'm curious about where you've gained your combat experience."

Bai Yu kept his secrets, and the Grand Upper Elder refrained from probing.

With a wave of his hand, the effects of Dongfang Menghuan's pill began to fade.

As she stood in the courtyard, her face turned embarrassingly ghastly.

The pill had controlled her body but not her mind.

Meaning, Dongfang Menghuan was aware of her actions but powerless to stop them, leaving her no choice but to speak.

The Grand Upper Elder approached Dongfang Menghuan and asked, "You know who your master is, don't you?"

Dongfang Menghuan nodded, certain of her master's identity.

Pointing to the entrance of the elders' courtyard, she commanded, "Go."

There was no place for such an individual in the elders' courtyard, and naturally, there was no need for them to remain.

Dongfang Menghuan, realizing that the Grand Upper Elder wanted her to depart, hastily exited the elders' courtyard.

Her master paced outside, fraught with anxiety, lacking any sense of reassurance.

Only when the Grand Upper Elder released the individual could he finally breathe a sigh of relief.

Regarding the Second Prince, the bulk of the blame rested squarely on his shoulders.

The Dust Taoist had explicitly instructed the Second Prince not to leave the courtyard, warning that if he did, he would not grant him another audience.

To avoid the risk of losing his master's favor, the Second Prince would certainly not venture out of the courtyard without careful consideration.

Bai Yu, on the other hand, was the epitome of ease, returning to his own quarters alone, seemingly unaffected by the events.