The laughter began as a light chuckle, but soon it grew louder and more piercing, eventually transforming into a deafening roar that echoed throughout the grand hall. Everyone present felt a sharp, jarring sound reverberating in their minds.
Upon seeing Sun Zhe's demeanor, Han Li, the Elder Steward from the Golden Thunder Sect, gradually reined in his smile. A hint of darkness emerged in his withered yellow eyes; things seemed to be more complicated than he had initially imagined.
"I, Sun Zhe, may not be renowned for my filial piety, but I am not the kind of person who would sell out my ancestors' graves for my own life. If that were the case, how could I face my deceased parents? How could I confront my ancestors? What right would I have to bear the name Sun Zhe? If it truly comes to that, how am I any different from a beast?"
The raucous laughter abruptly ceased. Sun Zhe's eyes suddenly radiated an astonishing chill as he fixed his gaze on the astonished Han Li. There was no trace of fear on his resolute face; his long black hair floated without wind. The seven Star Points in his left eye flickered in and out of visibility, obscured by his hair. At the same time, a violent aura surged forth from him, causing an energy storm to swirl above the grand hall.
Faced with Sun Zhe's terrifying presence, the members of the Xuan Lei Sect displayed expressions of shock. Although Sun Zhe's previous strength was not weak, it paled in comparison to his current power. In just half a year, he had grown to this level; no one could help but feel astonished by such rapid progress.
"Let me tell you this: you can take my life if you wish, but you will never learn the location of my Sun Family Ancestral Tomb!"
Gazing directly at Han Li, Sun Zhe spoke each word deliberately and without hesitation. Although he was no longer the same Sun Zhe as before, the feelings for his family had seeped into his thoughts during his transformation. Moreover, a man of integrity knows what is worth doing and what is not; how could he Sun Zhe commit such an act?
His cold voice resonated in the hall, clearly reaching every ear present. Observing Sun Zhe's arrogance, everyone displayed various expressions—some sighed in regret, others were filled with concern, while many were simply waiting to see how things would unfold. At that moment, Han Li's face had darkened to the point where it seemed like water could drip from it.
"Sun Zhe, do not be so stubborn."
An aged voice suddenly rang out in the hall. A white figure slowly emerged from the crowd and appeared before Sun Zhe in an instant.
"Master?"
Seeing the sudden appearance of this figure, Sun Zhe widened his eyes in disbelief and exclaimed. He never expected that his master Li Cangyun would be here as well. Moreover, judging by his expression, it was clear that he had known about today's events long before but had not given him any hint beforehand; instead, he had summoned him to the grand hall for a celebration.
"Sun Zhe, your previous recklessness can be forgiven since you are still young; I do not blame you for that. But this time you cannot be so headstrong. Elder Han is not someone you can afford to offend, and the Golden Thunder Sect is not something our Xuan Lei Sect can withstand... Furthermore, Elder Han's inquiry about your Sun Family's ancestral tomb may not disturb your elders for long. I believe your ancestors will forgive your actions..." With a sincere expression on his face, Li Cangyun sighed gently as he advised the rapidly growing Sun Zhe.
"I am willful and reckless... I won't disturb you for long... Haha... Haha..." Looking at Li Cangyun, who was earnestly advising him, a deep sense of sorrow suddenly surged in Sun Zhe's heart. Two clear tears slowly flowed from his eyes, tracing the curve of his cheeks, and gently dripped onto the floor of the great hall.
"Sun Zhe, your Qualification is extraordinary. If you agree to Elder Han's request, you will surely soar to great heights in the future. This is a good opportunity; you must seize it." Dongfang Quan, the representative of the Zhao Family in Xuan Lei Sect, also stepped forward to persuade Sun Zhe. He knew that his grandson Zhao Ang had always had a good relationship with Sun Zhe. Although he hadn't cared much before, seeing Sun Zhe's astonishing potential now made him feel a sense of appreciation for talent.
"Sun Zhe, do not underestimate this matter. The power of the Golden Thunder Sect is beyond your imagination. This is not just Elder Han acting on his own; he represents the will of the Golden Thunder Sect. Do you really think that as a mere Thunder Master, you can refuse a request from a prestigious Sixth-Rank Sect?" The leader of Xuan Lei Sect, Fang Yuan, also stepped forward and spoke loudly to Sun Zhe.
Now that there was finally an opportunity to connect with the mighty Golden Thunder Sect, he did not want everything to fall apart because of Sun Zhe. No matter how extraordinary Sun Zhe's Qualification was, he was still just a child who had not yet reached the Realm of Thunder Sovereign. Compared to the vastness of the Golden Thunder Sect, it was clear what needed to be chosen.
"Good, very good..." At this moment, the anger in Sun Zhe's eyes faded into his heart, and his face showed calmness as he quietly looked at everyone present. He spoke softly, "Since you all feel this way, I will ask you a question... If someone were to inquire about your family's ancestral resting place for no reason, what choice would you make? Would you all unhesitatingly hand it over...?" As soon as he finished speaking, Sun Zhe raised his head to look at everyone. Under his gaze, no one dared to meet his eyes. Indeed, if it were truly like that, they probably wouldn't act so recklessly; after all, no one would want their ancestors to be disturbed again.
"This is different..." Fang Yuan spoke again.
"What is different!" Sun Zhe interrupted him without hesitation and said coldly,
"It is simply that this time the Golden Thunder Sect wants my Sun Family's ancestral grave site. Even if it is destroyed, it would be my Sun Family ancestors' Tomb. What does that have to do with you... This is how my good sect leader and good elder of Xuan Lei Sect treat me... Haha... Truly wonderful... And my master, you also care for your disciple..."
Suddenly, Sun Zhe bent his legs and knelt straight down on the ground.
"Thud!" "Thud!" "Thud!"
In the astonished gazes of everyone present, Sun Zhe suddenly knocked his head three times towards Li Cangyun. Each knock was solidly struck against the ground, and the crisp sound of his forehead hitting the floor was extremely loud.
"The first knock is to thank my master for accepting me as a disciple and allowing me to escape my status as a slave. The second knock is to thank my master for teaching me cultivation and guiding me on the Way of Thunder Cultivation. The third knock is to thank my master for always protecting and caring for me. I, Sun Zhe, have always been clear about gratitude and resentment. You lured me into this great hall today; I do not wish to hold it against you. These three knocks are repayment for everything you have given me in the past. From now on, we shall have no further relations!"
No more relationships!
Sun Zhe's voice was powerful and decisive, clearly reaching everyone's ears, striking at Li Cangyun's very soul. Li Cangyun's heart trembled, and a deep sense of helplessness surged in his dim eyes. He opened his mouth but found himself unable to say anything.
Sun Zhe's gaze turned cold as he looked directly at the members of Xuan Lei Sect and declared loudly, "From now on, I, Sun Zhe, am no longer a disciple of Xuan Lei Sect. I sever ties with my sect!" As soon as he finished speaking, Sun Zhe turned without hesitation and walked toward the exit of the main hall.
Watching Sun Zhe walk step by step, none of the Xuan Lei Sect disciples dared to block him. The violent Thunder Power merged with an astonishing Killing Intent, and Sun Zhe's momentum reached a terrifying level. Unbeknownst to them, Sun Zhe's strength had already distanced itself from those ordinary disciples.
Seeing Sun Zhe's extreme decisiveness, Zhao Ang and the others showed admiration. Shen Yan reached out, wanting to persuade Sun Zhe to stay, but she was stopped by her master, a female elder from the Inner Sect.
"This is his own decision," the Inner Sect Elder said softly, shaking her head gently at Shen Yan.
"But..." Shen Yan's heart trembled, tears welling up in her beautiful eyes, but in the end, she couldn't say anything.
"Can this elder let you leave..." At that moment, a gloomy voice suddenly rang out; it was Han Li, the Elder Steward of Golden Thunder Sect, slowly approaching Sun Zhe.
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