At this point, the current Debating Dao Conference has completely concluded.
And behind the scenes, the higher-ups of various Sects wrap themselves in open strategies and covert manipulations around the rank order of the Conference, all vying to secure the greatest benefits for their own Sects...
...
Inside the Taixu Gate, in the Sect Leader Residence.
Elder Master Xun and the Taixu Sect Master sit opposite each other, drinking tea.
The room is serene and filled with the fragrance of tea.
Both of them appear calm, but their eyes reveal deep contemplation.
"In this Debating Dao Conference, the Tai'a Sect placed first among the Eight Great Gates, only slightly behind the Four Great Sects..."
"The Rushing Void Sect progressed to the middle ranks."
"Only our Taixu Gate lingered at the edges of the lower ranks, neither advancing nor retreating."
"But as the other two have moved forward, our lack of advancement actually means 'retreat'..."
