For five hundred years, I have been bound in this forbidden land, and yet here you are, dear Independent Cultivator, shedding tears for what reason?

Summary

In the Qinxuan Sacred Land, Sect Leader Guan Xue Lan expresses concern over the absence of Gu Xiu, a former disciple who signed an abandonment contract. Despite thorough searches in nearby cities, there are no leads on his whereabouts. Tension arises as Nian Chao Xi, the eldest disciple, remains unconscious after suffering backlash from excessive divination related to Gu Xiu. Upon awakening, she learns that the sect has ceased searching for him, which frustrates her. Guan Xue Lan justifies her stance by stating that Gu Xiu, now deemed a waste due to his ruined cultivation, consumes too many sect resources without contributing. Qin Mo Ran, another disciple, supports this view, arguing that Gu Xiu will likely return when he realizes the hardships of the outside world. Nian Chao Xi defends Gu Xiu, recalling his past contributions to the sect, but is met with indifference from her master, who emphasizes the need to prioritize the sect's welfare. The chapter concludes with a shocking revelation about Gu Xiu's meager monthly allowance compared to other disciples, highlighting the disparity in treatment within the sect.

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