When the five of them returned to Mount Calming Sea, Tian Qingfeng and the other three quickly sent their dragon steeds to the Hidden Dragon Valley. At the same time, they had to inform their Senior and Junior Brothers to gather at the Mount Calming Sea Grand Hall for a discussion. The few of them were a little excited. On the way there, they already knew that Miao Yi had helped the twenty of them settle their official status. From now on, they would all have official backgrounds.
As usual, Miao Yi rode on Charcoal and charged into the manor.
Jumping off his mount, Charcoal ran to the eaves and lay down. It was an old habit.
Qian'Er and Xue'Er followed behind Miao Yi. Striding towards the main hall, Miao Yi asked, "Have all the Cave Masters arrived?"
Xue 'er replied, "They're all here. Master Yan has arranged for them to rest in the courtyard behind the mountain."
Miao Yi nodded and sat down. Qian'Er brewed a cup of tea and served it to him. Then, she whispered into his ear, "I've already told Master about that incident."
Miao Yi knew that it was about going to the Sea of Constellations. He couldn't help but ask, "How did Senior Yao react?"
The two women looked at each other, speechless.
Seeing this, Miao Yi waved his hand. There was no need to say anything else. It would definitely not be anything good. He changed his words and said, "Summon Yan Xiu to the grand hall for a discussion."
"Yes!" Snow acknowledged and left.
When Yan Xiu arrived at the Assembly Hall, Tian Qingfeng and the other twenty School of Blue Jade disciples had arrived as well.
Miao Yi led his two handmaidens out from the back of the hall, ascending the high platform and sitting on the Mountain Chieftain's throne. Qian'Er and Xue'Er stood on either side of him.
The two rows of people below cupped their fists and said in unison, "Greetings, Mountain Chieftain!"
Miao Yi waved his hand, gesturing for them to dispense with the formalities. He swept his gaze across the crowd below and said, "Currently, the Cave Master position of East Arrival Cave is vacant. There are two other Cave Masters who will be following the previous Mountain Chieftain to Mount Shaotai. I wish to take this opportunity to make some adjustments to the personnel in Mount Calming Sea. Yan Xiu!"
"Present!" Yan Xiu stepped forward.
Miao Yi said to the crowd, "Yan Xiu has followed me for many years, and can be said to be completely loyal. Furthermore, he was originally the Cave Master of East Arrival Cave. Now, I wish to transfer him to Long Viridescent Cave as the Cave Master. Does anyone have any objections?"
East Arrival Cave was too dangerous. Just as he had said, Yan Xiu had always been loyal to him. Moreover, Yan Xiu was indeed not suited to stand at the heart of the storm. Now that he was in power, he naturally had to help Yan Xiu move to a better place.
On the way back, Miao Yi told Tian Qingfeng and the others that their return this time was to repay the School of Blue Jade for their many years of support. Most of them would be arranged to become cave masters in their respective caves. They would soon become figures who would control a hundred thousand followers.
Controlling a hundred thousand followers was not something that could be compared to cultivating in sects. Beautiful women, power, luxurious clothes and good food. It was not just a matter of cultivation resources. Just thinking about it made one's heart surge.
As soon as they joined the administration, they would be able to rule over an entire region. This was a huge temptation to them, and they deeply felt that following Miao Yi and risking their lives for him was worth it.
However, on the way here, Miao Yi had also made it clear that those with a cultivation at Blue Lotus Second Grade and above could forget about the position of Cave Master. They should all stay in Mount Calming Sea. Tian Qingfeng and the others had no objections. However, it was indeed a little unsuitable for them to become Cave Masters with their cultivation.
Yan Xiu had been by Miao Yi's side for a long time. If Yan Xiu was arranged to be the Cave Master, who would have any objections? Tian Qingfeng and the others immediately cupped their fists and replied, "We have no objections."
Qian'Er and Xue'Er looked at each other, their eyes filled with excitement. They were both happy for Yan Xiu. After all, Yan Xiu was half a master to them. In the past, Yan Xiu claimed to be a Cave Master, but everyone knew that he was Miao Yi's shadow. Now that their master could finally rule over an area, the two of them were naturally happy for him.
Miao Yi nodded. Just as he was about to make his decision, Yan Xiu suddenly stood up and cupped his fists, "Mountain Chieftain, your subordinate's abilities are limited. I am afraid I am not qualified to be a Cave Master. Your subordinate is willing to follow Mountain Chieftain. As for the Cave Master of Long Viridescent Cave, I hope Mountain Chieftain will find someone more capable. "
Qian'Er and Xue'Er were stunned. Tian Qingfeng and the others also looked at him, unsure if he was speaking the truth or not. Was he really willing to give up the feeling of ruling over an area and holding power?
Little did they know that during his time in East Arrival Cave, Yan Xiu had already understood that he was indeed not suited to ruling over an area. Once he took up his post in Long Viridescent Cave, he would definitely have to face the people from a few sects. He admitted that he was not as capable as Miao Yi was when he first took up his post in East Arrival Cave. Miao Yi had killed his subordinates the moment he took up his post, killing them all twice over. He was not suited for such things, nor did he have the ability to control them.
After calming down and thinking about it, Yan Xiu realized that he was actually more suited for carrying out orders. It would be easier for him to stay by Miao Yi's side.
Miao Yi could tell that Yan Xiu didn't seem to be lying. In fact, he had already noticed that Yan Xiu was not an ambitious person and was not suited for fighting for power. Besides, Miao Yi was not the kind of person who would worry about every little thing. He definitely needed someone by his side. He was already used to using Yan Xiu, so there was no problem with his loyalty.
However, he still asked, "Are you really not willing to go to Long Viridescent Cave?"
It should be known that many cultivators dreamed of overseeing a region. Not only would they be able to enjoy beauties and power, but it also represented the qualifications to govern a region. With these qualifications, it would be easier for them to rise through the ranks in the future. Otherwise, they would have to worry about being promoted in the future. If they couldn't handle the affairs of a cave, who would believe that they could handle the affairs of a mountain?
"Your subordinate is willing to follow Mountain Chieftain by your side." Yan Xiu expressed his intentions once again.
"Alright!" Miao Yi nodded. He would not mistreat Yan Xiu. However, with Yan Xiu's cultivation, there really wasn't a position in Mount Calming Sea that was suitable for him. After some thought, he said, "You shall be the Head Steward of the Mountain Chieftain's Manor."
"Thank you, Mountain Chieftain, for granting my wish." Yan Xiu thanked him and returned to his position.
This was not an official position, but no one dared to look down on it. Tian Qingfeng and the others exchanged glances. The Mountain Chieftain was treating Yan Xiu as his trusted aide. Everyone had to build a good relationship with Yan Xiu in the future.
"Hu Tongzhi, Ren Qiong, Wang Yulang, Yang Shutian, Zhang Huixin, Jiang Yunlu, Fang Renyi, Tang Qing, Chang Chaoqun, Liang De." Miao Yi called out the names of the ten School of Blue Jade disciples with a cultivation at Blue Lotus First Grade.
One by one, the ten of them stood up to receive his orders.
Miao Yi swept his gaze across the ten of them, and calmly said, "The position of Cave Master is not something that can be taken on a whim. I can't force all ten Cave Masters to be appointed. That would be unfair to the older members of Mount Calming Sea. If the forces behind them collectively react to the Manor Head, I won't be able to handle it either. That's why I want to hold a competition later. The winner will go up, and the loser will stand to the side. Are you all willing?"
The ten of them had already received Tian Qingfeng and the others' advice. Even if Miao Yi wanted to appoint them, he would need a suitable excuse. He couldn't possibly cause Mount Calming Sea to collectively rebel against him. Furthermore, with their Blue Lotus First Grade cultivations, they obviously had a huge advantage. If they couldn't even get this advantage, they wouldn't be able to do anything even if he told them to stand to the side.
"We are willing." The ten of them cupped their fists in unison.
Tian Qingfeng stroked his beard and smiled. This was obviously a competition that Miao Yi had set up in favor of the School of Blue Jade. The School of Blue Jade's investment in Miao Yi for so many years was finally starting to pay off.
Miao Yi nodded. Once he settled this group of people, they would be able to support him. The ones behind him would be easier to handle. He shifted his gaze and said, "Yan Xiu, summon all the Cave Masters and the troops of Mount Calming Sea to see me."
Yan Xiu received the order and left.
Miao Yi gestured. Tian Qingfeng immediately called for the School of Blue Jade disciples, who were standing in two rows, to take a few steps to the sides and give way to the center.
Not long after, the nine Cave Masters and the troops of Mount Calming Sea — about forty people — filed in. Among them were three Advisors and six Deacons. The nine Cave Masters stood in front of them.
"Greetings, Cave Master. Greetings, Elder Auntie and Little Auntie." As everyone greeted in unison, their gazes swept across the two sides. With a glance, they understood that a new official had been appointed, and the personnel changes had officially begun.
The various Cave Masters were deeply moved. Not long ago, the person who sat high above was a Cave Master like everyone else. Now, he had become a Mountain Chieftain who was being worshipped by everyone. Things were different now!
Qian'Er and Xue'Er swept their gazes below, feeling a little excited. Those who were paying respects to their Master weren't just those from East Arrival Cave. Among them were the various Cave Masters!
For their Master to stand out among these people and receive their respects, the two of them felt honored. From today onwards, the two who had received their respects would officially become the Elder Auntie and Little Auntie of Mount Calming Sea.
In fact, before Miao Yi returned from South Edict Manor, many people had come to give the two ladies many gifts. Not to mention other things, just the variety of new toys alone filled the entire room. They couldn't be appraised in a short time.
Gongsun Yu, who was at the next stop, was the most anxious one. Even though he had agreed to go to Mount Shaotai, and Yan Xiu had agreed to it in front of Qin Weiwei, he still needed Miao Yi's approval in the end. He was rather worried that Miao Yi would purposely make things difficult for him if he didn't agree.
Fortunately, Miao Yi only glanced at him a little longer and didn't make things difficult for him because of Qin Weiwei. He asked Yan Xiu for the name list that Qin Weiwei had given him. He named nine names and allowed them to go to Mount Shaotai.
Someone made a request. He wanted to take two of his subordinates with him.
Miao Yi approved them all. Those who were about to follow Qin Weiwei breathed a sigh of relief. Before this, they were worried that Miao Yi wouldn't feel at ease. Now that everything was fine, they could finally leave.
One had to know that Qin Weiwei was now in charge of two mountains. Naturally, the benefits that Mount Calming Sea alone couldn't compare to. If everyone left with her, it would undoubtedly be a rise in status.
The nine people who received his approval thanked him. Thus, the positions of one Advisor, three Deacons, and two Cave Masters were once again vacated. With the nine people and the twelve that were taken with them, Mount Calming Sea had lost another twenty-one people.
However, the others could leave first. Those with positions still had to return to their respective positions before they could leave.
"Mount Calming Sea is missing three Cave Masters. Especially East Arrival Cave and Long Viridescent Cave are almost completely empty. This problem cannot be delayed. We must solve it first." Miao Yi looked at the people below and asked, "I don't know much about everyone here. I have no idea who to appoint as the next person. Do any of you have any good candidates to recommend?"
There was no need to be courteous about this. The people below were immediately thrown into chaos. Everyone was talking at once, recommending people who would be beneficial to them. The remaining two Advisors and three Deacons were all from the three major sects. It could be said that they were all siding with one side, criticizing the other's recommendations and praising their own recommendations.
The others who didn't have positions were also eager to make a move. The crowd below was very lively.
Miao Yi listened attentively, nodding his head as he listened to this and that. He seemed to think that all of them were reasonable, but he still looked like he couldn't make a decision. It was as if he was purposely fanning the flames.
Tian Qingfeng and the others stood to the side and watched on coldly without making a sound.
After arguing for so long, they were almost on the verge of fighting. It was obvious that they didn't think much of the newly appointed Miao Yi, especially Sword Deviate Sect's Zhou Huan and Jade Lady Sect's Liu Qian. These two Advisors, one male and one female, were at odds with each other in order to fight for the benefits of their own sect's disciples. Moreover, they were standing at the forefront of the argument.
"Stop arguing." Miao Yi suppressed the argument with great difficulty and asked, "You all can't come to a conclusion after arguing for so long. I'm about to faint from all of you. Why don't you all tell me who is more suitable for the position of Cave Master?"
As soon as he said this, it was obvious that he was trying to provoke the crowd to continue arguing. The crowd below immediately erupted again.
Miao Yi tilted his head and gestured for Xue'Er to brew a cup of tea. He sat on his high seat and slowly sipped his tea, watching as the people below continued to argue.
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