Hong Changqing found himself at a loss for words in response to Maxton’s probing questions.


    He couldn’t possibly reveal to his esteemed disciple that he intended to remain in Aurous Hill, with only Charlie apanying him on this journey.


    Thus, he opted to exin to Maxton, “Maxton, after dedicating so many years to teaching within the Taizhen Dao, I feel it’s time to rx a bit in my old age. The scenery and climate in Aurous Hill are truly delightful. It aligns perfectly with my preferences, and I hope to settle here for a while, aiming to see if I can achieve a breakthrough in my cultivation.” Maxton frowned and pressed on, “Master, you’ve spent more than half of your time in retreat. When Mrs. An invited you out of seclusion, weren’t you in the middle of a retreat? Back then, you told me that after helping Mr. An’s family, you would return to your retreat. But now, you’vee to Aurous Hill without any prior notice. Why do you suddenly wish to step down from your position and settle here?”


    Hong Changqing could only respond, “Well, staying in one ce for too long can cause my heart to becent. I want to experience a new environment.”


    Maxton nced between Hong Changqing and Charlie, unable to suppress his curiosity, “Master, even if that’s your reasoning, shouldn’t you formally pass the position to me beforeing to Aurous Hill? ording to Taizhen Dao tradition, the session ceremony must be held in front of our fellow senior brothers.” Hong Changqing waved his hand awkwardly, replying, “Oh, that’s just unnecessary formalities. As long as I pass the leadership to you, the presence of others isn’t essential. When the timees, you’ll take the head token back, and they will naturally recognize you as the new leader.”<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Maxton, visibly dissatisfied, stated, “Master, this is a long-standing tradition within Taizhen Dao. As its leader, you can’t overlook these customs, can you? Moreover, holding the session ceremony in a hotel room feels rather informal. Have you ever heard of such a thing?” Upon hearing this, Hong Changqing felt a twinge of embarrassment.


    Indeed, conducting the head session in a hotel was quite inappropriate.


    With no other choice, he reluctantly said, “The session doesn’t warrant gathering all the disciples. I can’t possibly summon the Taizhen Dao disciples from far and wide to witness this, can I? I’m the master. Why would I want to burden everyone with such a request?”


    Maxton challenged him, “Then why not just return to the United States? Even if you wish to stay in Aurous Hill, out of respect for Taizhen, you should at least make a trip back to the sect. At worst, you can return here after the session ceremony isplete!”


    Hong Changqing was taken aback by Maxton’s inquiry.


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    The real reason he had summoned Maxton from the United States to conduct the session in a hotel was to signal his intentions to Charlie.


    To put it inly, all of this was simply to align with Charlie’s wishes.


    However, in doing so, he had to disregard the established rules of the sect.


    Noticing Hong Changqing’s hesitation, Maxton nced at Charlie and asked, “Master, you mentioned that the presence of fellow disciples isn’t necessary for the session. So, I want to know, if that’s the case, why did you invite Mr. Wade here?”