Xu Yingyi's sonorous and powerful words aroused the passion and sense of honor of the monks present.
Although we are currently in the Western Buddhist Realm, and our opponent is the powerful Western Buddhist Sect, when it comes to the honor of the sect, no monk is willing to bow his head.
"well said!"
"Yes, we will never tolerate it!"
"Fight with the monk!"
"Senior Brother Xu, just tell us what we should do!"
"right!"
Practitioners spoke out one after another to express their support for Xu Yingyi.
"Senior Brother Xu."
At this time, Yan Xixi from the Tianqin Sect asked: "You have traveled to the Western Regions on behalf of the Canglan Sect many times. Have you encountered similar things before?"
Everyone suddenly became quiet, and everyone looked at Xu Yingyi.
Xu Yingyi frowned, then shook his head: "No."
In Xu Yingyi's memory, it had never happened before that Buddhism had given these delegates a command.
It's never happened before.
Although Taoism and Buddhism have always been at odds, the former is strong and the latter is weak. No matter how weak the representatives attending the ceremony are, they still represent many major sects, and Buddhism cannot be easily offended.
Therefore, when Xu Yingyi came to the Western Regions before, he received courtesy that was completely consistent with his status.
After being reminded by Yan Xixi, Xu Yingyi suddenly realized - this thing doesn't feel right!
What happened in the square earlier was the intention of the upper echelons of Buddhism in the Western Regions, or was it just the dirty work of Xuanyuan Temple on its own initiative?
Xu Yingyi knew that Buddhism in the Western Regions was not monolithic, and internal strife was fierce.
He couldn't help but fell into deep thought.
But Xu Yingyi quickly came to his senses, waved his hand and said: "No matter what happened in the past, the top priority is how to deal with it now. My suggestion is to elect a chief first so that everyone can move forward and retreat together!"
The representatives of the Taoist sects who entered the Western Heaven Buddha Realm in the same batch to observe the ceremony, that is, there are currently a total of 176 monks in this side hall, representing 176 large and small immortal sects in the Shanhai Realm.
Although all monks are at the lowest level of the Purple Mansion, a group of dragons without a leader is like a loose sand. Once a special situation occurs, it will be difficult to work together.
Therefore, it is necessary to elect a chief who everyone believes in.
The chief is not the leader, but a representative among representatives, equivalent to the role of leader.
It does not have the power to give orders.
Everyone was convinced of Xu Yingyi's proposal and expressed their agreement one after another.
Many people looked at Xu Yingyi.
It feels like this position belongs to him.
However, what people did not expect was that Xu Yingyi said: "As the chief representative, I recommend fellow Daoist Wang Chen of the Xihai Sect to be the chief representative. The Xihai Sect is the largest immortal sect in the Shanhai Realm, and its prestige is unrivaled. He must be the chief representative.
belongs!"
Even Wang Chen was surprised now.
Everyone thought that Xu Yingyi would recommend himself and get what he wanted.
After all, since most of the monks were strangers to each other, Xu Yingyi, who was good at communication, was their best choice.
But Xu Yingyi obviously had other ideas: "Who agrees and who opposes?"
Cut the mess with a sharp knife!
Wang Chen was about to speak when he suddenly heard a message from Xu Yingyi: "Junior brother Wang, I recommend you to be the chief sincerely. Please don't refuse."
Wang Chen pondered for a moment, then swallowed his words of rejection.
He had no idea about this chief representative and even found it troublesome.
I feel that Xu Yingyi is very suitable to take on the role.
However, Xu Yingyi's attitude is extremely sincere, not hypocritical to retreat in order to advance, and the reasons are also very sufficient.
Among all the monk representatives, Wang Chen's cultivation level is not the highest.
But the sect he represents is the greatest immortal sect in the world of mountains and seas.
That Wang Chen is not just himself.
If he firmly refuses, it will easily leave the impression that he is afraid to take on important responsibilities, which will harm not only his own image, but also the reputation of the Xihai Sect.
If this matter spreads, not to mention the reaction of the Xihai Sect, Wang Chen's master Chang He Zhenren will also be disgraced!
"Agree!"
"I agree too!"
"Since you are a senior brother of Xihai Sect, then there is no problem."
"I support."
The other monks obviously had no idea of fighting for power, nor did they think that the chief representative was worthy of their own dissent, so they all spoke in favor of Xu Yingyi's proposal.
Wang Chen's position as chief was actually decided just like this!
The dust settled in the blink of an eye.
Wang Chen's thoughts whirled, and he immediately stood up and said: "Since you fellow Taoists are showing love to you, then Wang will shamelessly take on the position of chief, and we will all help each other and advance and retreat together!"
Everyone said in unison: "Good!"
Wang Chen flicked out a wisp of wind and hit a bronze bell dozens of steps away.
Dang~
This copper bell was hung on the bell stand and immediately emitted a clear ringing sound.
After a while, Zhitong, an acquaintance of Xuanyuan Temple, rushed to the side hall and asked with a smile: "What are your instructions?"
He has a fat head, big ears, and a round body. When he smiles, he looks like Maitreya Buddha, giving people a close and kind feeling.
Wang Chen said calmly: "Master Zhitong, since your temple does not welcome us, we plan to go back to our respective homes, so as not to hate each other and affect the Lingshan Dharma Conference."
As soon as this statement came out, everyone was stunned.
Zhitong never expected that Wang Chen and others would give up watching the ceremony and prepare to go home.
The other monks did not expect Wang Chen to make such a decision.
But when everyone thinks about it carefully, they feel proud and proud!
Show off your power?
The Taoist Master no longer serves you!
No one raised a voice to object, everyone stared at Zhitong with mocking and joking eyes.
See how this monk responds!
Beads of sweat appeared on Zhitong's forehead. Realizing that things were out of control, he quickly said with a grimace: "Masters, please don't joke with me, I can't bear it!"
"We're not kidding."
Wang Chen said: "If you can't afford it, then find someone who can."
So far, the only person Xuanyuan Temple has come out to receive representatives of Taoist sects like them is a mere knowledgeable guest.
It was unbearable, and Wang Chen was ready to completely fall out!
However, his attitude was tough, and Zhitong was obviously softer: "Fellow Taoist, may I ask your name?"
The monk's tone revealed a cautious tone of flattery.
"Xihaizong, Wang Chen!"
As soon as Wang Chen finished speaking, Xu Yingyi continued: "He is also the chief representative recommended by us!"
“His words speak for all of us!”
chief representative!
Zhitong subconsciously took a step back and said with an apologetic smile: "Fellow Taoists, please be patient. There must be a misunderstanding. The young monk will immediately ask the abbot of our temple to come over!"
He hurriedly exited the side hall, staggering and almost falling.
The monks looked at each other and couldn't help but laugh.
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