It seems the power of that so-called "Illusion True Pill" is a bit too strong.
Tongtian Sect Hierarch looked down on Virochana Immortal from his high position, his face devoid of any expression.
First, it was Long-eared Ding Guang Immortal, and now another one, Virochana Immortal.
These disciples had followed him for a long time, each obedient, sensible, clever, and savvy, deeply valued and trusted by him... But he never would have imagined they could present such a duplicitous face in secret!
Moreover, Virochana Immortal was even more excessive.
He had been deliberately concealing his identity from the beginning!
This was intentional deceit!
It was also because he did not place much importance on the origins of his disciples, and did not inspect them closely. As a result, Virochana Immortal had remained hidden for such a long time.
If Yu Yuan had not exposed him, he, a Saint, might have remained ignorant and in the dark for who knows how long!
"I have issued my orders repeatedly, disciples of the same sect must not harm one another!" Help us out by reading on *.
Tongtian Sect Hierarch gazed at Virochana Immortal and said with a deep voice, "You have schemed over and over again, intending to assassinate your fellow disciples, committing such severe sins. Do you think simply admitting your mistakes with a bow can wash away your transgressions?"
"Please, Sect Hierarch, have mercy!"
Virochana Immortal's voice trembled: "Disciple acknowledges the unforgivable error of his ways, only asking for your leniency, Sect Hierarch, allowing this disciple a chance to atone with a penitent heart towards fellow Daoist Yu Yuan!"
Tongtian Sect Hierarch remained noncommittal, his gaze sweeping across the immortals in the hall.
"Do any of you have anything to say?"
"Reporting back to Master."
Duobao Taoist was the first to speak: "We disciples of Jie Sect have always abided by Master's teachings, coexisting harmoniously, with friendship and mutual assistance, the most taboo being the slaying of fellow disciples!
The acts of Virochana Immortal are atrociously vile and should be punished severely, to serve as a warning to others!
Thus, I believe that we should execute him on the spot!"
Once these words came out, many Jie Sect immortals in the hall were stunned.
Duobao Taoist in their eyes was always stern but kind-hearted, seldom really losing his temper, or targeting someone in particular.
But today, as soon as he spoke, he was demanding the death of Virochana Immortal, completely unlike his usual demeanor!
Yu Yuan, with a contemplative look, glanced at him, clearly understanding that his teacher-uncle must have learnt from Golden Spirit Saint Mother about Virochana Immortal's future betrayal of Jie Sect, which is why he was so determined to have him executed.
"This is somewhat inappropriate, Elder Brother!"
At this moment, an ancient Demon God with a green face, red hair, and two horns stood up, speaking loudly: "Virochana Immortal Brother indeed deserves punishment, but he has not really harmed Fellow Daoist Yu Yuan. If we execute him outright, it would be rather excessive.
I think it would be better to grant him the opportunity to redeem himself through meritorious deeds, to demonstrate the Sect Hierarch's benevolence!"
"That's right, such a punishment is indeed too harsh!" Another Demon God stood up and echoed: "Back then, when Long-eared Ding Guang Immortal and the others acted so vilely, weren't they only punished by being placed on the Investiture of the Gods?
Furthermore, with the calamity approaching, the other sects covet the prowess of our Primordial's number one great sect, already forming an alliance... Thus, please have mercy, Sect Hierarch, let Virochana Immortal Brother redeem himself through meritorious deeds, and continue to serve Jie Sect!"
With these two ancient Demon Gods leading the way, more Demon Gods gradually stood up, all pleading for Virochana Immortal.
And Virochana Immortal himself was pleading even more desperately.
He knew his life hung by the thread of Tongtian Sect Hierarch's thoughts.
So he could not care for anything else, and kept begging for mercy.
A grand Daluo Golden Immortal, now in tears, appeared both pitiful and despicable.
Yu Yuan looked at him with disdain, then took out the pure Glazed Bottle and released the Demon Gods inside, including Virochana Immortal, to join the ranks of those begging.
For a time, the great hall was filled with the sounds of pleading and requests for mercy.
Yu Yuan scanned the immortals in the hall, taking note of those who spoke up to plead.
He was observing the reactions of the Jie Sect immortals in the hall, unaware that Tongtian Sect Hierarch, sitting on the high platform, was also observing him.
From his battle with the Time Erosion Demon in the river of time to everything he did after returning to Primordial, Tongtian Sect Hierarch had been secretly watching the entire time.
Together with Golden Spirit Saint Mother's unreserved account of that miraculous journey to the future at Biyou Palace, Tongtian Sect Hierarch also understood why Yu Yuan opposed Virochana Immortal.
It wasn't just for personal vendetta as he initially thought, but for the sake of Jie Sect!
They had traveled to the future as master and disciple, seen Virochana Immortal's betrayal, so upon his return, Yu Yuan had immediately sought out Virochana Immortal... Everything he did was to rescue Jie Sect from that terrible future!
'I can give my all for Jie Sect, that makes it all meaningful!'
Tongtian Sect Hierarch recalled the words Yu Yuan spoke at a critical moment during the discussion with the Three Sects.
It was these words that touched him, and afterward, he steadfastly adhered to his own path, taking responsibility for the Jie Sect disciples, rather than focusing more on brotherly affection.
Now, after seeing Yu Yuan's actions, he was once again moved.
Though Jie Sect was his creation, he had not really taken it to heart.
Compared to Yu Yuan, he was truly unfit to be the Sect Hierarch!
Tongtian Sect Hierarch stood up from his cloud bed, looking down upon everyone with a solemnity that was out of the ordinary.
The atmosphere in the entire great hall immediately became heavy and tense, especially for Virochana Immortal and the others, who were extremely anxious, knowing that the next words from Tongtian Sect Hierarch would determine their fate!
But to their surprise, after a sweeping glance around, Tongtian Sect Hierarch slowly uttered one person's name: