"Expulsion from the sect?"

Wang Ruoxie's eyes revealed a hint of sarcasm, and he sneered, "The Supreme Elder indeed wields great power, placing all the blame on me without discerning right from wrong, and now wants to expel me from the sect."

"Is it simply because Liu Zhe is your disciple that you want to vent his frustration by expelling me from the sect?"

"I must ask, is Celestial Sword Sect's law based on evidence or on personal connections?"

Upon hearing Wang Ruoxie's words, a glint of coldness flashed in Shao Yongyuan's eyes, and his expression darkened. As the Supreme Elder of Celestial Sword Sect, not even the current Sect Leader would dare to question him like this.

Yet now, a mere Inner Sect disciple at the Third Layer of the Element Transformation Realm dared to speak to him in such a manner. How could he not be angry?

"Has he gone insane?"

The crowd exchanged bewildered glances, wondering if being expelled from the sect wasn't enough and he wanted to risk his life.

Though they all believed Wang Ruoxie was not wrong, according to the sect's laws, Liu Zhe was the initial provocateur and deserved punishment. Yet, the Supreme Elder was an exalted presence within the sect, typically unbound by its laws.

Not to mention that Wang Ruoxie was merely an Inner Sect disciple—even for a Core Disciple, Elder Shao could decide their fate with a single sentence.

"Heaven shelters life; I intended to spare you, but since you seek death, I will personally expunge you as a disgrace to the sect."

Shao Yongyuan coldly shouted, immediately waving his palm towards Wang Ruoxie.

Instantly, a terrifying force swept towards Wang Ruoxie.

It was merely an ordinary palm strike but contained the power of Half-Step Innate. With Wang Ruoxie's current strength, he couldn't possibly resist it. If hit, even if he didn't die, he'd likely suffer severe injuries.

"Elder Shao, stop!"

At that moment, a cold shout abruptly echoed.

Next, the crowd felt a breeze sweep through.

Soon, they looked on in astonishment, discovering a silhouette standing before Wang Ruoxie.

It was a girl clad in a disciple robe, yet on her chest was embroidered a purple-gold small sword.

"True Disciple."

"Am I seeing things? Xiao Ningyue has actually become a True Disciple."

The crowd, upon realizing it, exclaimed one after another.

Only True Disciples in Celestial Sword Sect have a golden small sword embroidered on their chest.

They could recognize the girl as Xiao Ningyue, one of the four beauties of Celestial Sword Sect and the only daughter of the Law Enforcement Elder, Xiao Jingyu.

However, they had heard that Xiao Ningyue suffered from a strange illness, not only hindering her cultivation but also shortening her life.

And according to their knowledge, Xiao Ningyue's cultivation merely reached the Seventh Layer of the Energy-Introducing Realm recently, yet remained unqualified for discipleship promotion.

But now, Xiao Ningyue had become a True Disciple, which was simply too incredible.

Wang Ruoxie, however, was not surprised at all, as he had helped Xiao Ningyue perfectly integrate with the Nine Yin Profound Body, also unlocking all her meridians, leading to a transformative change.

At that time, Xiao Ningyue's cultivation immediately advanced to the Eighth Layer of the Element Transformation Realm, reaching the Late Stage of the Element Transformation Realm.

Combined with Xiao Ningyue's aptitude and status, she was fully qualified for promotion to True Disciple.

"Xiao Ningyue, considering your father's identity, I can forgive your earlier disrespect, but if you intend to protect this boy, don't blame me for lacking courtesy."

Shao Yongyuan slightly furrowed his brows as he addressed Xiao Ningyue.

Nevertheless, a trace of apprehension appeared in his eyes.

Although he hadn't used full strength, the palm strike wasn't something a typical Ninth Layer of the Element Transformation Realm could withstand, yet Xiao Ningyue, with merely the Eighth Layer cultivation, had effortlessly neutralized it.

Moreover, he seemed to sense an extremely terrifying Supreme Yin Power; had his cultivation not exceeded hers, his hand might well have been disabled from that earlier strike.

Indeed, he couldn't comprehend the changes occurring within Xiao Ningyue, as her cultivation rapidly advanced, appearing to wield an extraordinarily dreadful Supreme Yin Power that even posed a threat to his Half-Step Innate proficiency.

"Elder Shao, you are the Supreme Elder of the sect; you're our senior, yet you are harsh with a junior. Isn't this unbecoming of your status?"

Xiao Ningyue responded nonchalantly.

In Celestial Sword Sect, the status of a True Disciple carried significant weight, though not matching that of the Supreme Elder, it granted some sway.

"This boy severely injured my disciple and extorted twenty thousand points from him; he's undoubtedly a disgrace to the sect. As the Supreme Elder, I naturally have the authority to deal with him."

Shao Yongyuan coldly stated, "Additionally, this boy dared insult me as the Supreme Elder; even by sect laws, I can execute him."

"From what I understand, this is Wang Ruoxie's residence, clearly indicating Liu Zhe came to provoke him. Even if Wang Ruoxie accidentally inflicted serious injury, it's not that grave a matter. Regarding your insult as Supreme Elder, even if true, it isn't deserving of death."

Xiao Ningyue faced Shao Yongyuan and said, "According to sect laws, the maximum punishment should be him serving as a menial worker in the Pill and Artifact Hall for three months."

When hearing Xiao Ningyue's words, the crowd silently nodded in agreement; indeed, as the Law Enforcement Elder's daughter, she sought to protect Wang Ruoxie yet remained impartial in her judgments.

It's essential to note that a stint as a menial worker in the Pill and Artifact Hall isn't a favorable assignment; not only is it arduous, but it could also be perilous.

After all, whether it's Alchemy or Artifact Refining, accidents during crafting could result in explosions.

Almost every year, there are reports of disciples being injured or even killed by the explosive force from such accidents.

Therefore, it's rarely favored by disciples to take on sect missions as assistants in the Pill and Artifact Hall.

However, both Pill Masters and Artifact Masters require assistants, leaving no option but to assign wrongdoers to menial roles in the Pill and Artifact Hall, thereby resolving the issue.

"Very well, his punishment will be to serve as a menial worker in the Pill and Artifact Hall for three months."

Shao Yongyuan replied quickly.

Upon hearing this, the crowd cast sympathetic gazes towards Wang Ruoxie.

Though for the time being, Wang Ruoxie was deemed safe; however, after three months in the Pill and Artifact Hall, even if he isn't gravely injured, the chances of emerging unscathed are slim.

Leng Ao and Liu Zhe, meanwhile, glanced at Wang Ruoxie with schadenfreude.

But little did they know that, while unpredictable elsewhere, heading to the Pill and Artifact Hall was completely advantageous for Wang Ruoxie.

"Your father Xiao Jingyu is the Law Enforcement Elder, ensuring you're impartial towards him; therefore, escort him to the Pill and Artifact Hall."

Shao Yongyuan lightly spoke a sentence before taking Liu Zhe and departing.

"Worry not, I'll arrange some easier tasks for you,"

Xiao Ningyue whispered to Wang Ruoxie.

Wang Ruoxie merely smiled, for in truth, the Pill and Artifact Hall was his next target.

As Shao Yongyuan and Liu Zhe walked away, Leng Ao's expression subtly altered, hastily mingling into the crowd.

But Wang Ruoxie wouldn't allow him to leave so easily.

With a slight tremor, Wang Ruoxie instantly blocked Leng Ao's path.

"What do you intend?"

Leng Ao's face darkened, his eyes fixed on Wang Ruoxie, demanding sharply.

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