Chapter 887 - 873: Strange Mutation in the Longevity Sect
Even Ye Zhen did not anticipate that Sect Leader Jian Qianxiong would give him such high status treatment—welcoming Ye Zhen, accompanied by the entire upper echelon of the Sun and Moon Divine Sect.
According to the diplomatic protocols of the Sun and Moon Divine Sect, only terrifying figures like Palace Master Chu Yang from Green Sun Palace or King Hu Zhen of Zhenshan would enjoy this kind of reception when visiting openly.
But now, Ye Zhen is being afforded this treatment.
Seeing Sect Leader Jian Qianxiong personally leading nearly a hundred high-ranking members of the Divine Sect to welcome him, Ye Zhen experienced a brief moment of distraction, genuinely surprised.
However, he soon came to terms with it and discovered something from Jian Qianxiong’s unusual actions.
It seems Jian Qianxiong truly plans for Ye Zhen to succeed him as Sect Leader.
Otherwise, he wouldn’t be publicly proclaiming Ye Zhen’s accomplishments, welcoming him with such grandeur, yet without any significant rewards.
He merely announced on the spot that Ye Zhen would serve as the Assistant Priest in the tri-annual Divine Sacrifices, and not just this time, but every future Divine Sacrifice. If Jian Qianxiong is unavailable, Ye Zhen could directly replace him as the Main Priest.
Declare without reward, nominate without position.
All of this seems to be enhancing Ye Zhen’s prestige and qualifications in the Divine Sect, preparing him for the future succession as Sect Leader.
"You’ve endured a lot!"
Jian Qianxiong fixed his gaze on Ye Zhen, his expression somewhat excited. Without waiting for Ye Zhen to speak, he clasped Ye Zhen’s hand and walked towards the grand hall, speaking all the while, "Your performance has indeed exceeded my expectations, both strategically and in combat power!