"Whether you soar upon the winds or falter remains to be seen by your own merit," Pei Xuanjing thought as his gaze pierced the distant Demon Domain.
It wasn't that Pei Xuanjing was heartless, nor was he powerless to save his disciple. In fact, Pei Xuanjing had enough strength to bring him back.
However, Pei Xuanjing chose not to do so. Regardless of whether Pang Hong would participate in the Enthroning Gods in the future, battling through such slaughter was essential should he wish to ascend to the summit.
Pei Xuanjing had observed Pang Hong's modesty and his strategy to bide his time, understanding his desire to consolidate.
But in Pei Xuanjing's view, it was fine to bide one's time for a moment, but not forever.
One who secludes themselves shall never be qualified to reach the pinnacle, no matter how extraordinary their talent or resources are.