With his status, he could have made up any excuse to gloss over the matter.
However, Li Qingfeng was one of the few who had followed Sect Master Shen when they left the treasure land, so his stance was very likely reflective of Sect Master Shen's own thoughts.
Such firmness didn't resemble an attempt to gloss over the issue at all.
Nor did he know how the other Sect Masters viewed it.
"This... shouldn't he discuss it with us first?"
Under the towering tree, Ling Yun Sect Master muttered to his fellow brothers, noting the varied expressions on their faces, yet no one raised any objections, seemingly taking it as default, which left him somewhat puzzled.
"Nanyang is the foremost among the Seven Sects. When Elder Brother Qin made decisions, did he ever consult you?"
Before others could speak, it was Ye Jiu who glanced sideways, then cast his gaze towards the chair under the great tree.
"Is this the same thing?"