C2 I Comprehended It!

As soon as the Great Elder made his move, he instantly captured the attention of everyone present.

People rose to their feet and approached the Great Elder with urgency.

"Quick, quick, quick, someone wake up the Great Elder."

"Stop, all of you! Listen to me! No one attack, let me use my mental techniques to rouse the Great Elder."

Witnessing the commotion below, Su Yinjian, who had been calmly observing from his perch, was suddenly flustered and stood up.

"Nobody move! Everyone, hold! The Great Elder is in a state of enlightenment; no interruptions are permitted!"

"You're panicking over a few mouthfuls of blood? That's just stagnant blood being expelled. The Great Elder is on the verge of a breakthrough!

"You ignorant lot, if you disrupt him now, you'll ruin the Great Elder's life's work. Get back and wait."

Heads bowed, the crowd retreated to their spots and began murmuring amongst themselves.

"Old Chen, doesn't it look like the Great Elder is losing control?"

"Nonsense, stop spouting rubbish. Are you doubting the Sect Master's judgment?"

"Of course not, how could I? But seriously, my late top disciple once looked a lot like the Great Elder does now."

"Mind your words. We follow the Sect Master's lead."

Though Su Yinjian had lost his memories of cultivation, his prowess remained intact. He simply lacked the knowledge to wield it, but the physical enhancements from his cultivation were evident, allowing him to overhear the whispers below.

A surge of satisfaction filled him; this was the reaction he had hoped for.

"Enough talk. Focus on the maxims I've shared and enter deep meditation for your practice."

At his command, everyone dutifully settled down and resumed their cultivation.

Then, another stifled groan echoed through the hall as a stream of blood burst forth from the Great Elder's mouth.

Bizarrely, the blood ignited midair, transforming into a black flame and causing the temperature in the hall to spike.

"Hehehe," a sinister laugh emerged from the Great Elder, who then rose to his feet.

"Hahahahaha, I've finally made this leap!"

As he spoke, his black hair ignited, and in moments, he was bald.

Su Yinjian felt a jolt of shock. "Could it be that my makeshift solution actually led to a breakthrough?"

"Ahhh, I'll kill you all!"

The Great Elder's cries of agony did not disappoint Su Yinjian.

"You're all going to die, every last one of you."

"The Great Elder is possessed! Knock him out, quick!"

"Stand back, I've got this."

"I'm faster, I'll handle it!"

"Everyone, stop! It's normal to struggle with one's state of mind after a breakthrough. Let him endure it. Everyone, stand down."

No sooner had he spoken than the Great Elder, with a sharp slap, sent someone flying.

Seizing the moment, Su Yinjian rallied them, "Don't move! Deploy your defensive spells and let the Great Elder release his fury. Once he's vented, all will be well."

Though the crowd sensed something amiss, they trusted in their Sect Master's urgency and complied, drawing forth their defensive amulets, talismans, and body-strengthening techniques...

Chaos ensued in the grand hall. In no time, the elders were strewn about, disheveled but largely unharmed—save for the one who lost several teeth to the Great Elder's powerful slap.

The Great Elder stood there, his entire form shrouded in an eerie black glow, laughing in a way that sent chills down one's spine.

Su Yinjian, sensing the moment was critical, knew that only he and Luo Zhuge remained unscathed. It was time to act or face dire consequences himself. "Enough," he commanded firmly, "restrain the Great Elder."

At his word, the others rose swiftly, pinning the Great Elder to the ground with practiced ease.

Just then, a voice echoed in Su Yinjian's mind: [The Great Elder has succumbed to possession, affecting the other elders and significantly weakening the sect's combat strength. You have gained +700 Despicable Points.]

Energized by the message, Su Yinjian's spirits soared. It was only the first day, and already he had amassed a thousand points. By the time of reckoning, he would be able to restore his cultivation level instantly. His eyes sparkled with anticipation.

In the midst of this, the third elder, Miao Miao, turned to Su Yinjian with concern. "Sect Master, what's happening? How did the Great Elder become possessed?"

With a stern look, Su Yinjian preempted any further questions by slamming his hand on the table. "How dare you ask me? Haven't I warned you time and again? It's not enough to just enhance your cultivation; you must cultivate your mind as well. The Great Elder, second only to me, has lost his way in his breakthrough. And you have the audacity to question me?"

"Old Liu, when did the Sect Master ever tell us to focus on our mental state? I don't recall that," one elder interjected.

"He did say it. I remember clearly. Stop spreading falsehoods," another countered.

"Elder Chen Ping, do you have something to add?" Su Yinjian asked pointedly.

"Sect Master, Elder Liu Bin claims you never instructed us to focus on our mental cultivation..."

"Nonsense! When did I ever say that?"

"See, you're getting agitated. If you didn't say it, why are you upset?"

"I'm not upset!"

"Enough with the excuses. You're clearly upset."

"You—I didn't... I'll... I'll kill you!"

"Silence! Everyone, just be quiet!" Su Yinjian, though fond of Elder Chen Ping, knew he had to assert his authority as the Sect Master.

"Sect Master, what should we do with the Great Elder now?" they asked.

"Take him to the Sword Wall Cliff behind the mountain," Su Yinjian replied with a grave tone, masking his inner glee. "No one can aid him now. If he can overcome this, his potential will be boundless."

"Understood," the Third Elder Miao Miao acknowledged with a nod.

Watching the crowd's reaction, Su Yinjian felt a surge of excitement. The tide had turned in his favor. With a few well-chosen words, he had neutralized the Great Elder and planted a seed of doubt.

He had also managed to knock out a few teeth from an Elder, deplete numerous magical treasures, talismans, and other resources of the Elders. And, most crucially, he had secured 1000 Despicable Points!

Feeling emboldened, Su Yinjian decided to add a flourish. "My fellow elders, do not be deceived by the Great Elder's current state. This trial may well be a blessing in disguise."

"He who is to shoulder great responsibilities must first endure hardships in mind and body, suffer deprivation, and navigate chaos. This is the path to cultivating resilience and achieving the impossible," Su Yinjian quoted from Mencius, though he didn't dwell on the words.

Suddenly, a brilliant flash of gold cut through the air, followed by a thunderous roar. The Great Elder, who had been subdued by the crowd, burst forth with newfound strength, sending the elders beside him sprawling.

A black light flickered amidst the golden radiance, and within moments, the two lights began to blend seamlessly.

As they faded away, a voice rang out, sending a numb sensation through Su Yinjian's hands.

"Hahaha, enlightenment has struck, Sect Master. I, Luo Ju, have toiled for nearly a century, and today, I've finally seen the light."

Looking towards the source of the voice, he saw the once pale-faced, bald man below now radiating vitality, his expression no longer twisted in discomfort but instead brimming with a renewed vigor, as if all his troubles had never existed.

Before he could even gather his thoughts, a chorus of revelations echoed around him.

"So that's the key, I've grasped it."

"Hahaha, my Sword Dao is poised to advance further."

"Liu Bin, have you had your epiphany?"

"I... Of course, I have."

Chen Ping inhaled deeply, quelling the astonishment within. A wry smile of relief spread across his face as realization dawned on him, "Hahaha, so this is it, I've also reached enlightenment!"

Amidst the clamor of the crowd, a voice resonated in his mind: [The Great Elder has overcome his inner demons, achieving a breakthrough in his cultivation, promising an unbounded future. Many Elders have each had their own insights, reaping significant rewards. Unfairness Value - 500.

Remaining Unfairness Value: 500.]