Just as expected.
After a moment of silence,
As everyone watched, Qi Canghai rose from his fur-lined chair. His flawless face, once the benevolent visage of a "Smiling Buddha," turned cold and indifferent.
"Since no one was killed, no rules were broken. Qin Nanchun's skills were lacking, and he made a critical misjudgment. He has no one to blame but himself.
As for the Grand Elder's proposal...
This competition had no rule against concealing one's strength. Therefore, the proposed punishment for Hall Master Wu is rejected."
Hall Master Wu...
This change in address,
showed that Qi Canghai already considered Wu Dao one of his own. His words were laced with protectiveness.
Today's matter
was now considered settled.
No amount of complaining from Elder Qin could change the outcome.
"Qi Canghai... You... Fine, just fine! So much for the days you used to call us 'uncle'!"
