The Sky-Splitting Sword Sect focuses on swordsmanship.

Naturally, the sword hall is also vaguely superior to the other nine halls.

The elder of the Sword Hall is also the law enforcement elder of the Sword Sect and has the power to reward and punish the disciples or deacons of the Sword Sect.

In terms of strength, he is at the eighth level of Poxuan.

The rest of the elders are only at the seventh level of Po Xuan.

When it comes to the right to speak in the Sword Sect, the other elders are even less powerful than him.

Only the Third Elder, who is also the Medicine Hall and the Fire Hall, can compete with him.

His words can almost determine the final outcome of most things within the Sword Sect.

Xiao Yi has missed the time for drawing lots, and the preliminary assessment of the whole sect competition is almost over.

If he follows the sect rules and handles things seriously, no one can do anything to him.

All the elders frowned.

The third elder said solemnly, "What the fourth elder means is that Xiao Yi is not allowed to participate in the whole sect competition?"

"Yes." The sword hall elder nodded with a serious face and without hesitation.

The whole sect competition is about the future leader of the whole sect.

It was impossible for him to let Xiao Yi participate.

"What if I say no?"

A faint word suddenly rang out, making the elder of Jian Tang's face tremble.

When he saw that the speaker was the Great Elder, he calmed down his awe-inspiring expression.

In terms of strength and right to speak, the Great Elder is superior to him.

In terms of prestige, the Great Elder is convinced by everyone in the Sword Sect.

"The Great Elder has not cared about the affairs of the Sword Sect for many years. Even if he does, he cannot control the law enforcement power. Now, is it unreasonable to overstep his authority?"

The elder of the sword hall said in a deep voice.

The Great Elder said, "Whether I am overstepping my bounds or not, you know very well."

"As the Great Elder, I have many powers including law enforcement, acting as head teacher, and guidance of disciples."

"I have not paid attention to the affairs of the Sword Sect for many years, but that does not mean that I am willing to see injustice happen in the Sword Sect."

"What is unfair?" the elder of the sword hall asked, "As the saying goes, every family has its own laws and every family has its own rules. Xiao Yi did not draw lots, which means he gave up participating in the whole sect competition."

"Did I say anything wrong?"

"I know the so-called sect rules better than you." The great elder's attitude suddenly became forceful.

"The so-called special cases do not exist."

"The chief of the Ten Inner Sect Halls will not participate in the lottery and will directly enter the final round."

"Xiao Yi has now fully comprehended the Jijie Monument. He is the future sword master and is more qualified to take over the position of master."

"If there is no exception for him..."

The Great Elder paused and said in an iron voice, "Unless in your eyes, Fourth Elder."

"Sword master and headmaster, these two identities are not as good as the chief of the inner hall."

"I don't dare." The fourth elder quickly raised his hands to the Extreme Boundary Monument.

Whether it is the sword master or the headmaster, they are the most powerful swordsmen in the Sky-Splitting Sword Sect for many years.

No matter which of these two identities, they are the most important identities in the Sword Sect.

The fourth elder's expression changed and he said, "Xiao Yi, after all, he is not the sword master or the master yet."

"If the Great Elder insists on having his own way, I can't say anything."

The fourth elder's words have begun to be aggressive.

"It's not because I have my own way." The great elder said seriously with his hands behind his back.

"But, the Sword Sect will not kill a disciple's future."

"Although the Sword Sect's sect rules are rigid, they are for the Sword Sect to exist better; they are not to stick to the old rules and make the Sword Sect take detours in vain."

"The rules are enforced by us old guys."

"However, the Sky Splitting Sword Sect will be supported by the next generation of disciples in the future."

"If the Sword Sect doesn't exist, what's the use of the sect's rules?"

The great elder spoke sternly and scolded.

"More than a year ago, Xiao Yi started to join the sect."

"I was originally ranked first in the three assessments, but because of the fire-controlling beast martial spirit, I was deprived of the opportunity to enter the inner gate."

"Do you know about this?"

The great elder's deep and serious eyes scanned all the elders.

"I know." The elders nodded, looking ashamed.

"At that time, you all knew it, but because he was a fire-controlling beast, no one was willing to admit him."

"Only Shiyi didn't ignore him because of his low martial arts aptitude. Instead, he guided him carefully."

"Otherwise, if our Sky Splitting Sword Sect loses a future sword master, can you afford it?"

The elders lowered their heads in shame, cupped their hands and said, "The great elder taught you very well."

The great elder continued, "More than a year ago, Eleven was able to do this."

"Today, I must do the same."

"Xiao Yi's matter will be decided by me and will go directly to the final round of the preliminary assessment of the entire sect."

"Any objection?"

"Second, second, second..."

All the elders agreed one after another.

Only the elder of the sword hall looked ugly, waved his sleeves angrily, and turned around to leave.

Among the ten elders, since nine elders agree, and one of them is the great elder.

Then, almost all matters regarding the Sword Sect can be finalized.

No one can object.

"Xiao Yi." At this time, the great elder returned to his smile and looked at Xiao Yi.

"Let's go and participate in the competition."

"Yes, I thanked the elder." Xiao Yi bowed again.

…

Farewell to the elders, Xiao Yi flew in the air all the way.

Quickly come to the huge competition stage in the square.

Only then did I learn that in the past month and a half, I had gone through countless competitions.

The initial assessment is almost coming to an end.

But, it's not the last round yet.

Tomorrow is the last round, and he doesn't need to play yet.

With his current strength, he has no interest in fighting in these competitions.

Shaking his head, he turned around and left, returning to the back mountain.

When night fell, Xiao Yi left the back mountain and went to the outer gate treasure house.

Not surprisingly, Yi Lao was reading a book.

"Huh? Why did you come here at night?" Yi Lao frowned.

Xiao Yi bowed and then raised the two things in his hand.

A teapot, two cups, and a saucer.

Coming to the table, Xiao Yi placed two cups.

There is tea in the teapot, pour it gently and pour hot tea.

A refreshing fragrance comes from the hot tea, which makes people feel refreshed.

"This is a rare good tea from my hometown. It's called Purple Leaf Ling Tea. It has the effect of warming the pulse and body."

"Yi Lao, please taste it."
To be continued...