The elders in the hall were surprised. Even though the inner-sect disciples were qualified to be assigned to the elders for personal guidance, it was merely a qualification. In reality, only a few lucky inner-sect disciples could get a master. There were many inner-sect disciples in the sect, but there were only a few dozen elders around. Naturally, not everyone could get a master. Moreover, some elders were not willing to guide disciples at all.
The Sect Grand Elder had asked the elders this question in public, so he obviously wanted to help Su Wan'er. Since the Sect Grand Elder had asked so publicly, someone would have to reply to him. Otherwise, they would not be showing respect to the Sect Grand Elder.