Xiang Shaoyun might be the young sect master in name, but he was basically a sect master already. Thus, he personally gave the higher-ups their rewards. As for the normal disciples and overseers, others would distribute the rewards on his behalf. After asking about the events of the past two years, he learned that the Di Sect had attacked them once. Fury covered his face when he found out about that.

After learning all he needed to know, he sent everyone away. Only Devouring Ghost, Green Ghost, Despair, Pang Tongyuan, Old Yao, and Qian Furen were left behind. These six would become his close confidants in the sect. This was the very first time Qian Furen had been accorded such trust. He was wild with joy, feeling greatly thankful for his decision years ago to stay loyal to...