"What is the role of the Divine Province's Council of Elders? It is to ensure the safety and well-being of the common people residing within the Divine Province."
"Additionally, it is our duty to safeguard the security of His Majesty and the Crown Prince."
"However, we should refrain from involving ourselves in matters that do not pertain to us. Let us avoid unnecessary meddling!" Senior Elder Kongyin reprimanded sternly, his gray monk's sleeves swaying as he gestured. "Enough now! Attend to your tasks and dedicate yourselves to closed-door cultivation."
Senior Elder Kongyin had administered a stern rebuke to Fourth Elder, Sixth Elder, and the rest.
In that moment, memories of Senior Elder's past bouts of anger resurfaced, reminding them of his temperamental nature.
/Perhaps his temper has been tempered by his monastic life?/
Second Elder and Third Elder exchanged perplexed glances upon seeing their Senior Elder's newly bald head…
