The Vice Sect Leader was incredulous and could scarcely believe it was true, yet the handwriting was unmistakably that of the Sect Leader. Doubt was no longer an option; the decree was clear—"no precedent shall be set." What on earth was the Sect Leader thinking?
Both Sun Hui and his son knelt on the ground, too frightened to speak or even lift their heads, truly terrified. Who could have known their deeds would be exposed—now, it seemed, there was no escape.
Killing one's own uncle by one's own hand is no small matter. It was certain that Sun Feng had found out, and it would have been impossible for them not to seek him out for this.
Despite his reluctance and confusion, the Vice Sect Master of the Shengxian Sect had no choice but to comply. He left a letter, tossed it down in front of Sun Hui, and departed with a flick of his sleeve.