Master Lu Song turned away from him and walked to the center of the high dais. Master Gu He, Master Yan Zhen, and Master Su Wen joined him, standing in a unified row.
BZZZZ!
A clear chime echoed across the sanctum as an ancient bronze bell rang above the dais.
Master Lu Song raised his hands, his commanding voice echoing into every corner of the hall. "By our unanimous agreement, we formally accept Physician Bai Qingxian as the Fifth Master Physician of the Heavenly Cloud Sect!"
Master Gu brought forward a deep crimson tray bearing a white jade token and embroidered Master robes.
The four Master Physicians bowed toward Bai Qingxian with utmost respect, presenting the tokens of a Master Physician of the sect.
The grand hall erupted.
Elders and disciples rose to their feet and cheered. In the eastern pavilion, Elder Bai Zhen smiled proudly. Lin Yao jumped with joy, while young Jiang Chen and Wang Tian clapped with deep excitement.
Su Ming finally heaved a sigh of relief.
