Who gave you permission to refine demons like this?

Perhaps it was his rage, but Ma Zhaoshan had never felt so brave before.

Upon seeing Ma Zhaoshan's reaction, Cao Xing glanced disdainfully at Lu Qianchui and transformed his spear back into a bracelet.

Lu Qianchui also snorted, put away his stance, and when he saw the marks on his boxing gloves, a trace of pain flashed in his eyes.

"Get in here, all of you!"

Ma Zhaoshan abruptly waved his sleeve and turned to leave.

Su Shu breathed a sigh of relief as the situation stabilized; thankfully, they arrived in time.

After leaving Ma Zhaoshan's place, he found that Lu Qianchui and Hu Bing were not there, so he went out to look for them. When he turned around, he saw the two of them confronting Cao Xingyi and his group. Seeing that the situation was not good, he quickly ran back to report.

"It's good that we made it, it's good that we made it." Su Shu kept patting his chest, relieved that things were under control.

Although the dojo's affairs were not his responsibility, he was ordered to serve tea and water. If something really happened, even if it had nothing to do with him, he would still be held accountable.

That's how it is to be an official.

Inside the main hall.

Ma Zhaoshan glared angrily at the four of them.

"Do any of you even know where you are? Fighting in broad daylight at the camp! If something happens and important materials are damaged, who will take responsibility?!"

"Is it Jin Tang, Fei Yan, or Liu Yun Guan?"

"Let me tell you, based on what you've done today, I can lock you all up in prison alongside the demons that need dealing. Even if the masters of your martial arts schools came, they wouldn't be able to find fault with me!"

After a lecture, Ma Zhaoshan took a sip of tea handed to him by Su Shu and caught his breath.

Seeing everyone's silence, Ma Zhaoshan felt a little smug and even thought that cultivators were nothing special.

However, just as he was feeling a little smug, Hu Bing said in a sinister tone, "Since Ma Sucheng is worried that our gathering will affect the order of the camp, then things are easy to handle."

After sending the people from Liuyun Pavilion away, we can focus on discussing the matter of the temporary posting of the steward.

In just a moment, Ma Sucheng will be able to continue drinking his tea in peace.

Ma Zhaoshan choked a little, and the surge of hot blood he had just felt cooled down. He quickly drank another sip of hot tea.

Lin Sheng glanced at the two men after hearing Hu Bing's words: "They're also after the position of leader of the monastery."

Is it a coincidence or...?

He glanced almost imperceptibly at Ma Zhaoshan, who was drinking tea and wiping his sweat.

Cao Xingyi raised an eyebrow: "Looks like we're going to have to beat up almost every dojo in Hequan Town today."

"You just beat up Zhang the freak with nine stabs, and now you're going to beat up Lu Wunu of Feiyan and Hu Bujiu of Jintang. Junior brother, you're going to become famous!"

Hearing his senior brother's casual way of addressing him, Lin Sheng felt that his senior brother's casualness actually carried a lot of toughness.

"You surnamed Cao, do you want to settle this today by killing me or me?!" Lu Qianchui shouted.

Seeing that another dispute was about to break out, Ma Zhaoshan slammed his fist on the table and shouted, "What are you doing! I'm still here!"

"Who's causing trouble? I'll activate the formation immediately!"

No one present had the strength to resist the formation, so everyone calmed down.

After a moment, Cao Xingyi said, "I have no intention of arguing with Fellow Daoist Lu or Fellow Daoist Hu. I am here today on my master's orders to bring my junior brother to take up a temporary post."

I presume Ma Sucheng already knew yesterday; I hope Ma Sucheng will grant my request.

What was bound to happen, happened.

A hint of distress flashed in Ma Zhaoshan's eyes.

Lu Qianchui and Hu Bing both frowned, not expecting that they had the same location as Liuyun Pavilion, which unexpectedly interrupted their plans.

After exchanging glances, Hu Bing said, "May I ask, Ma Sucheng, is it true that an agreement has been reached with Liuyun Pavilion?"

"Yes, it was arranged last night, so I couldn't tell you..."

"May I ask if the people of Liuyun Pavilion have been registered?"

"That's not yet, so we'll do it today."

Lu Qianzhi said directly, "Then it's fine. Since it hasn't been registered, it means the final result hasn't been finalized yet. A verbal promise doesn't mean anything."

Today we are here to seek this position for our respective dojo disciples. Whether in terms of reputation or disciples, our dojos are far superior to some unknown dojos, making them a more worthwhile choice.

I urge Ma Sucheng to think this through carefully.

Lu Qianchui emphasized the words "reputation," "disciple," and "last sentence," looking at Ma Zhaoshan "seriously."

A moment of silence fell over the room.

Su Shu was about to refill Ma Zhaoshan's teacup when Ma Zhaoshan pushed him away, drank the remaining tea in his hand, and then put his hands behind his back.

After taking a deep breath, he stared at Lu Qianchui and said, "I, Ma Zhaoshan, am an official of the court. I should be responsible to the court and select suitable talents for it."

Although Liuyun Pavilion is not well-known and has few disciples, each one of them is exceptionally capable and is certainly qualified to serve as a temporary member.

Besides, I made a promise to Liuyun Pavilion first. If I were to go back on my word now, wouldn't that be going back on my word and breaking my promise? That's not the character of a steward.

"Therefore, you two may return. This temporary post belongs to Liuyun Pavilion."

After saying that, he told Su Shu to take Lin Sheng away to collect his waist token and clothes.

His words were so powerful that Lin Sheng couldn't help but look at him with new respect and dispel his previous doubts.

Ma Zhaoshan had his hands behind his back, one hand tightly gripping the other, using the pain to force away his fear and tension.

After witnessing the marks Cao Xingyi's spear left on Lu Qianchui's iron fist, he ultimately decided to stand on the side of Liuyun Pavilion.

Even knowing that the dojo would have some thoughts about this, he was still willing to stand beside the future "Flowing Cloud Sect".

"Thank you, Magistrate Ma!" Lin Sheng immediately bowed, and Cao Xingyi also expressed his gratitude.

Despite the playful banter, we should still sincerely thank the other party for the things they actually did.

"Wait a minute!"

Lu Qianchui shouted, causing Su Shu to stop what he was doing.

Cao Xing clicked his tongue, about to question him, when Lu Qianchui respectfully said, "Minister Ma, you say that as a court official, you should be responsible to the court in selecting talent, right?"

"certainly."

"Then I think choosing Fellow Daoist Lin is completely inappropriate. He doesn't even have the strength to enter the realm, yet he's being asked to take on the position of a sect leader. Does he even have the ability to do this?"

Before Cao Xing could speak, Ma Zhaoshan replied, "The main responsibility of the leader is to record the transfer and input of demon materials, as well as other matters. He does not need to be powerful."

I see that Fellow Daoist Lin is broad-shouldered and full of energy; he seems perfectly capable of getting things done. What's wrong with that?

"What Ma Sucheng said makes sense, but sometimes there are too many materials, and Suling may need to work through the night. There may even be times when demons become violent, requiring him to intervene appropriately. Can Fellow Daoist Lin handle these situations?"

Cao Xingyi looked at Lu Qianchui and asked, "Do I have to beat you into submission before you'll shut up?"

Lu Qianchui snorted, took out a meatball from his bosom, and showed it to everyone, saying, "This thing is called the Rebirth Pill. It is made from the flesh and blood of demons that still have a certain degree of activity. Before it is completely absorbed and loses its activity, it will continuously stimulate the user and bring severe pain."

It will also stimulate the body, enhancing the internal meridians and bones. If one does not take any soothing pills within one incense stick's time, the body will be able to strengthen its foundation and improve its overall health after digestion.

"So what does Fellow Daoist Lu mean?" Ma Zhaoshan asked.

"We have given this elixir to all the disciples who want to take up a post at the camp, and then we select suitable people from among them, so that they can always shoulder the responsibilities of the camp leader and live up to the court's expectations."

Let's prove our choice was right through their abilities and perseverance.

Lu Qianchui looked at Lin Sheng: "If Fellow Daoist Lin can also take this pill and persevere for the duration of an incense stick burning, then we agree to leave."

Not only this pill, but also an extra bottle of Qinghui Pills for Fellow Daoist Lin, all considered as a gift for Fellow Daoist Lin's appointment.

If not, I urge Ma Sucheng to reconsider for the sake of the greater good of the court.

Ma Zhaoshan frowned, not expecting this turn of events. He wasn't sure if the other party was telling the truth or not, but since he had already agreed to stand at Liuyun Pavilion, he couldn't go and agree to their request.

Moreover, the other party is willing to use pills as a wager, so they must be very confident. If you open your mouth, you will fall into their trap.

Even if it might give others cause for gossip, this matter is quite risky.

After thinking it through, Ma Zhaoshan was about to refuse on Lin Sheng's behalf when he heard Lin Sheng's voice.

"You said it yourself. If I can hold out for the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, give me the stuff and then get lost."