Elder Li's reprimand made him feel utterly humiliated, as if all his failures were magnified infinitely at this moment.
Jiang Qi bowed his head, his expression showing shame, and with a hint of tension and urgency in his voice, he responded respectfully, "Elder Li is right in his chastisement. I know my cultivation is lacking, which allowed these two guys to exploit a loophole. I assure you, I will strive twice as hard in my cultivation in the future and will not disappoint you again! Please rest assured, I certainly won't bring disgrace to the Jiang Ancient Clan!"
His tone was firm and his attitude respectful, like a student deeply reflecting after being reprimanded by a stern mentor.
Jiang Qi understood that this time he indeed lost face, and if Elder Li hadn't intervened in time, he probably wouldn't have been able to take down Qin Yue, which was a disgrace for him.
