"It's my incompetence. I have failed to live up to your expectations," Lin Yuzhi said, bowing his head once again to apologize.0

He assumed a very humble posture.0

"This is life. People like Li Pin are beyond your control. His future will not be limited to Jiang Province or even Taibai," Lu Changkong pointed out calmly. "It’s just a dismissal. Let the heat die down, and once the storm has passed, you will be reinstated. It’s not easy nurturing a talent like you. We shouldn't waste such a valuable asset over such a minor issue. That would be a loss to the martial association."0

Lin Yuzhi understood that unless he proved additional value, even if reinstated, his position and influence would be significantly diminished. Even if his rank remained unchanged, his power would differ vastly. However, he had mentally prepared himself before meeting Lu Changkong, and the fleeting sense of emptiness quickly faded as he readjusted.0

"I understand."0

"Very well then, we’ll proceed with this arrangement. I’ll bring this matter to the meeting this afternoon. If all goes as planned, the...0