Chapter 725: Turning Hostile at the Drop of a Hat

Everyone voting to decide seems fair on the surface but is actually a way for Abbot Xuan Si to evade responsibility.

Abbot Xuan Si didn't want to take risks, so he decided on a collective vote. If something were to happen later, everyone would be responsible and no one could blame anyone else.

Everyone was not a fool and could see Abbot Xuan Si's intention right away; however, no one spoke up. Besides, taking a step back, a collective vote was the safest method. If there were responsibility to take, everyone would bear it together; if there were blessings to enjoy, they would enjoy them together and face difficulties together.

"I propose we go to war!"

"I propose we negotiate peace!"

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Before long, the result came out.

The majority was against negotiating peace!

"Very well." Abbot Xuan Si nodded, "The minority shall follow the majority. Better to fight to the death than compromise at all! Inform all disciples and have them prepare for battle!"

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