The reason for not choosing Zhao Lingyin was simple: her experiences and temperament were not quite suited for such a heavy responsibility.
Previously, she had not even bothered to contend for the status of a core disciple, wishing only to quietly dedicate herself to the Alchemy Path. Given this, Shen Mo would not force his own will upon her.
All he needed to do was cultivate loyal followers within the sect and strengthen his authority and influence, thereby creating a relatively safe and untroubled environment for Zhao Lingyin and those close to her.
Of course, whether Chen Mengze could secure the position of Master of Green Cloud Peak would still depend on her own capabilities.
