Chief disciples: They stood out from many disciples, and were basically the successors to the first seat of each department. The true best disciples. They were also the spokesperson for the future image of the sect. They had little power, but their potential couldn't be underestimated. Therefore, their status would be improved in the future. Normally even the head dared not offend them.
The so-called first seats referred to the four heads led by the leader of Tiandaozong. Their existence was to assist the leader in handling large and small things according to the instructions of the leader, and to supervise the deacons in performing their duties. They also needed to lead the disciples to practice. They were like managers of different departments in a modern company.
The Chasing-Cloud Department was in charge of security.