As the executives chatted, Ji San emerged and walked up to them with large strides. 

“It’s a tragedy for our clan, Elder Yuan Chi, but the clan rules are clan rules. Contributions and mistakes are to be rewarded and punished accordingly. You overcome many enemies to get our patriarch home. That’s a great contribution. Clan rules dictate that you should be rewarded.”

“That’s right, Elder Yuan Chi. You should accept the commendation.”

“The young patriarch is right. These are the rules. If you decline the appointment, you’ll be breaking the rules.”

Everyone knew Ji San held Elder Yuan Chi in high regard. Perhaps the elder would one day become Ji San’s confidant....