The hall was silent for three full breaths, so quiet that one could hear a pin drop.
Until Li Shenshan let out a cold laugh, breaking the silence.
"These hunters are merely taking advantage of the Hall Master's kindness and perceived weakness! When Liu Dingtang was in control of West Mountain, he ruthlessly exploited them, and yet they were as docile as sheep, compliant and submissive. Replace him with the Hall Master, who treats them kindly, and they start getting cocky."
"Li Altar Master's words ring true."
Lu Pingyuan gave a slight nod, his words also carrying a hint of irony, "In their conversations, they indeed perceive the Hall Master as less harsh and tyrannical than Liu Dingtang, capable of reasoning. Being a gentleman, the Hall Master is thus easy to bully.