vrcanaries Chapter 1717 Befriending Him
Chapter 1717 Befriending Him
"Yaoyao, being impatient and restless is a major taboo in cultivation."
A gentle, clear female voice, carrying a sense of time and experience, suddenly rang out in Yaoguang Pavilion.
Mu Yaoyao was startled and quickly got up from the soft couch, bowing respectfully towards the source of the voice: "Sect Master".
A faint light flashed at the entrance, and a woman dressed in a moon-white flowing dress with wide sleeves, her hair piled high, looking no more than thirty years old, yet exuding an elegant and noble air, with deep and wise eyes, appeared silently in the pavilion.
She didn't exude a powerful aura, but she naturally radiated a captivating dignity and tranquility.
Sect Master Mu walked in slowly, his gaze calmly sweeping over Mu Yaoyao's slightly pale face and tightly pursed lips. He gently shook his head and sat down in the main seat.
"I have heard about the Wanchuan Sect and know what you are thinking."
Sect Master Mu's voice was calm, like a clear mountain spring, cleansing people's hearts. "Do you feel that Ming Chuan is too lucky and has risen too quickly, posing a threat to our Heaven-Mending Holy Sect? Or even... do you harbor resentment because of some unpleasant interactions in the past?"
Mu Yaoyao blushed slightly, her thoughts exposed, and lowered her head, saying, "This disciple dares not conceal it; I truly feel this way. Mingchuan's actions are both righteous and wicked, making him difficult to fathom. Now that he wields great power, and yesterday he thoroughly offended the Qingcheng Imperial Law Sect, I fear there will be turmoil in the Spirit Realm. My sect..."
"I'll teach you how to conduct yourself, is that it?" Sect Master Mu took over the conversation, smiling slightly, a smile that carried a calm indifference that seemed to have seen through the ways of the world. "Yaoyao, you are smart, but sometimes you are too attached to immediate gains and losses and personal likes and dislikes."
She paused, then slowly said, "First of all, although Mingchuan is extraordinary in his methods and has had amazing opportunities, judging from his actions, he is not a ruthless and vicious person without any bottom line. He values loyalty, protects his own, and has principles. The conflict with the Qingcheng Yufa Sect was more due to Su Hongzhen's relentless pressure."
"He founded his own school, and the martial arts he displayed were upright and righteous. Even Old Ghost Ye and Little Girl Lin never criticized them for being evil. Such a person can be a friend, but one must be careful not to make him an enemy."
"Secondly," Sect Master Mu's gaze deepened, "the rise and fall of power in the Spirit Realm is a normal occurrence, like the ebb and flow of the tide. The reason why my Heaven-Mending Holy Sect has been able to survive to this day is not because of competing for short-term gains, but because of assessing the situation and conforming to the Way of Heaven."
"The rise of the Wanchuan Sect is a foregone conclusion. Rather than resisting, being jealous, or even harboring resentment, it is better to face it openly, or even... take the initiative to befriend them."
"Become friends?" Mu Yaoyao looked up abruptly, her eyes filled with confusion and a hint of resistance.
You should know that the sect leader had previously tried to cultivate a genius like himself in order to resist Mingchuan.
However, although that child did indeed possess extraordinary talent, he was still far inferior...
To this day, it has not been able to show any dazzling brilliance.
"Sect Master, why should our Heaven-Mending Holy Sect actively seek to befriend a newly emerging sect? Besides, what about my relationship with him..."
"What's your relationship with him?" Sect Master Mu looked at his proud and arrogant disciple and said in a calm tone, "There are some old grudges, but they are just conflicts of interest and minor frictions, not life-or-death feuds."
She said earnestly, "Yaoyao, as a saintess, you should broaden your horizons. Personal likes and dislikes must give way to the interests of the sect."
"The Wan Chuan Sect has enormous potential, and Ming Chuan himself is unfathomable. Rather than having another formidable enemy, it's better to have another potential ally. Even if we can't become allies, maintaining a friendly relationship is far better than becoming enemies."
"Furthermore," a glint of wisdom flashed in Sect Master Mu's eyes, "the Wan Chuan Sect is newly established and its foundation is still shallow. It is in need of manpower and needs support from all sides to stabilize its foothold. Showing goodwill at this time is the lowest cost and the most effective."
If our Heaven-Mending Holy Sect can establish a good relationship with them, we may be able to share resources and support each other in many matters in the future. This will benefit our sect in consolidating its position and even seeking opportunities for development.”
As Mu Yaoyao listened to the sect leader's analysis, her resentment and resistance were gradually suppressed by reason.
She had to admit that the sect leader saw further and more clearly.
Making enemies of Mingchuan and Wanchuan Sect would be detrimental to the Butian Holy Sect in every way.
"But... Sect Master, how should we befriend him? Should we do what Qingfeng Yumen did, directly visit him to offer our congratulations, and even have that brat Ye Chuhan become his sworn brother?" Mu Yaoyao was still a little awkward.
Sect Master Mu smiled and said, “Our Heaven-Mending Holy Sect has its own integrity, why should we imitate others? You and he are old acquaintances, which is a natural bond. Later, in your name and in the name of our Holy Maiden, prepare a respectable yet sincere congratulatory gift and send it to the Wanchuan Sect to congratulate them on the founding of the sect and express our sect’s goodwill. You can choose your words carefully, but you must be proper in your manner.”
She looked at Mu Yaoyao and said meaningfully, "Yao'er, this is for the sect, and also for yourself. Maintaining a good relationship with a future giant of the Spirit Realm is by no means a bad thing for you. Let go of that unnecessary pride and resentment, and you will find that the world is much wider."
Mu Yaoyao remained silent for a long time before finally exhaling a breath of stale air. The gloom in her eyes dissipated, replaced by a helpless clarity and decisiveness.
She bowed deeply to Sect Master Mu: "Disciple...understands. Thank you for your instruction, Sect Master. I know what to do."
"Good that you understand." Sect Master Mu nodded with satisfaction, his figure gradually fading away. "Go and prepare. Remember, the essence of a sect's inheritance lies in adaptability and inclusiveness."
Inside Yaoguang Pavilion, Mu Yaoyao stood alone for a long time.
She walked to the window and looked at the boundless sea of clouds again, her eyes now different from before.
Despite some lingering resentment, she knew it was time to make a change for the sake of her sect and her own future.
“Mingchuan… Wanchuan Sect…” she murmured to herself. This time, her tone was less hostile and more complex and determined. “Let’s see if we can get along in a different way in the future.”
She turned and walked to her desk, preparing to personally draft the friendly letter and gift list to be sent to Wanchuan Sect.
The future of the Heaven-Mending Holy Sect may lie in the strokes of her pen at this very moment.
Recalling the past, and seeing the words she writes now, each one a hope for a good relationship with Mingchuan, her heart couldn't help but tremble.
The resentment and dignity are being eroded little by little...
Even if the Heaven-Mending Holy Sect wanted to resist, so what?
Ultimately, it's all useless.
Mu Yaoyao couldn't help but force a bitter smile. If she had known this would happen, she would have been better off like Lin Ruowei and Chu Huai, directly showing goodwill to Mingchuan and becoming friends with him.
It wouldn't be like this now, stuck in a dilemma, uncomfortable on both sides.
Mu Yaoyao sighed deeply and gently patted her cheek.
"Forget it, stop thinking about it and get on with what you're doing!"
With this in mind, Mu Yaoyao didn't delay any longer and continued writing.