After Being Expelled From the Sect, the Master and Senior Sisters Regretted It for Life

Chapter 14:

Slap!

The sound reverberated through the air, its sheer force causing everyone to shudder.

Chen Linger’s proud demeanor shattered in an instant. The slap sent her spinning like a top before she stumbled backward, crashing into a pillar.

Zhou Tong had reserved a special force for someone like her.

“Pfft!”

The little enchantress couldn’t hold back and burst into laughter, her amusement unabashed. She was clearly delighted by Zhou Tong’s actions.

And she wasn’t the only one—many in the crowd also laughed, unable to suppress their mirth.

Chen Linger, regaining her senses, stared in disbelief, her face a mix of humiliation and rage. She wanted to sink into the ground and disappear. Zhou Tong had never dared embarrass her like this before.

“You actually dared to hit me?! Even my father has never struck me!”

“Then you should thank me. After all, I just filled in the gap of missing fatherly love for you!”

The crowd erupted into laughter again, with the little enchantress laughing the loudest, her laughter completely unrestrained.

Chen Linger glared venomously at the enchantress, who, in response, wrapped her arms around Zhou Tong’s arm, looking triumphant as she met Chen Linger’s gaze.

“Let go of him! I’ll make sure he pays for this today!”

Chen Linger’s composure broke, as if something precious had been stolen from her. Even Mo Liusu seemed visibly affected, her chest subtly rising and falling as though ready to act at any moment.

“Senior Brother, don’t you think you’re going too far?”

Tang Qi’s voice interjected. Dressed in elegant robes, his handsome demeanor was striking, drawing the admiring gazes of numerous female disciples.

“Wow, is that the Tang Qi everyone’s been talking about? He’s so dashing! I heard his talent was second only to Zhou Tong. Is that true?”

“That’s old news. Zhou Tong is a nobody now, a mere waste, unworthy of comparison!”

“Exactly! Otherwise, why would Master Mo accept Tang Qi as her personal disciple? Zhou Tong spent over a decade by her side and never earned that honor!”

Hearing the chatter, Tang Qi instinctively lifted his chin, exuding an air of superiority. Meanwhile, Mo Liusu kept a close eye on Zhou Tong, observing his expression for any sign of unease.

But Zhou Tong remained unfazed, his sharp gaze fixed on Tang Qi.

“And you think you’re worthy of calling me Senior Brother? You’re nothing but a shameless pretender!” Zhou Tong’s voice rang out, piercing and unyielding.

“Listen carefully, everyone! I, Zhou Tong, severed all ties with the Azure Purity Sect long ago. From this day forward, I will never return. Even if I turn to dust or drift aimlessly like a floating weed, I will never set foot on Xuanhuang Mountain again—unless the Azure Purity Sect is reduced to ashes first!”

His vow, thunderous and resolute, carried an undeniable weight, as if echoing the will of the heavens.

Before his words could fully settle, Zhou Tong felt a sudden tightness on his arm. He turned to see the little enchantress leaning against him, her eyes brimming with warmth.

“Don’t say such foolish things. As long as I’m alive, as long as my master is alive, you’ll always have a place in someone’s heart. You’ll never be alone, and you’ll never become a wandering weed.”

Her words caught Zhou Tong off guard, his throat tightening as his eyes grew faintly misty. It was impossible to deny—this woman had touched the softest part of his heart.

“Enchantress… your charm has reached such a level that you dare to disrupt my resolve!”

Though he spoke with mock indignation, his hand slid around her slender waist, pulling her closer.

This scene caused countless onlookers to turn green with envy. The two standing together, like celestial beings, exuded an aura that made it impossible to look away.

Enchantress or not, waste or not—at this moment, they embodied the perfect pair, drawing admiration and jealousy alike.

Tang Qi was on the verge of losing his mind with jealousy. His gaze was glued to the little enchantress, filled with unbridled desire.

Such beauty, such natural allure—it far surpassed that of his five senior sisters. If he could have her, wouldn’t it be the ultimate bliss?

“Hmph! Flaunting such shameless behavior in broad daylight. Have you no decency?”

Chen Linger’s cold voice broke through, her expression frosty.

Mo Liusu’s face was equally stern. “Sit wherever you like. The apprenticeship ceremony is about to begin. Make sure to watch properly.”

With that, she turned and ascended the platform, her movements deliberate and measured.

“You’ve disappointed me greatly,” Chen Linger said, tossing the words over her shoulder before following Mo Liusu.

“Master, do you think that traitor has truly made up his mind?” Mo Liusu quietly asked Chen Linger.

“Master, you’re overthinking it. I’ve long seen through his act,” Chen Linger replied confidently.

“Oh? Tell me what you’ve observed,” Mo Liusu said, intrigued.

“Think about it, Master. If he had truly joined the Joyous Harmony Sect, he would be addressing You Cangyue as ‘Senior Sister.’ But instead, he calls her…”

“Enchantress!” Mo Liusu’s eyes lit up with realization, her confidence returning.

“Exactly! This proves he still harbors contempt for her. He’s merely pretending, biding his time to return!”

“Hmph, let’s see how long he can keep up the act!” Chen Linger said with disdain, already plotting how to punish Zhou Tong.

“Master, I’ve decided. Today’s apprenticeship ceremony will be a grand affair. I’ll rally the entire sect’s power to summon the attention of the heavens, helping your junior apprentice ascend to the pinnacle in one step!”

Mo Liusu’s excitement was palpable. She intended to humiliate Zhou Tong by demonstrating her favor for Tang Qi, showing him that the very honor he once coveted was something she could bestow on someone else with ease.

Seated in an isolated corner, Zhou Tong and the little enchantress watched the proceedings. No one dared approach them, leaving a noticeable gap around their seats.

As the sun reached its zenith, a clear voice echoed across the sky.

“The auspicious hour has arrived. Begin the ceremony!”

All eyes turned toward the towering platform.

The platform rose nine levels into the clouds. On each level stood nine disciples, their expressions solemn, each holding a sword that exuded sharp, intimidating energy.

“This setup… Are they trying to summon the heavens’ attention?”

Gasps rippled through the crowd. The young geniuses from other sects were stunned.

The Azure Purity Sect was truly sparing no effort, going to extraordinary lengths for one disciple. They clearly intended to crown Tang Qi as the leader of the younger generation.

As realization dawned, many gazes shifted to Zhou Tong.

Zhou Tong’s eye twitched slightly. He knew all too well the cost of such a ceremony.

Summoning the heavens required immense resources and coordination with eighty-one auxiliary formations and one central formation.

Years ago, the Azure Purity Sect had held a similar ceremony for Chen Linger, elevating her to the pinnacle of swordsmanship. Zhou Tong himself had been the one to inscribe the formations.

The reason? These formations, while not exceptionally advanced, were incredibly intricate and required spiritual resilience and precision to avoid backlash.

At that time, Zhou Tong had been the only one capable of the task, thanks to his unwavering focus and mental fortitude.

But those formations, once used, were meant to be discarded. Reusing them could lead to catastrophic consequences…