Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8590 8590: Disputes (1)

Upon hearing this, Jing Changtian sensed immediate trouble. Sure enough, Yama Ling was already aware of the situation. Nevertheless, he pressed on, "Rumors about Yu Qing have been rampant lately, so after some discussion, we chose to dispatch law enforcement Hall members to Yu Qing's Island and invite her to the Hall to clarify everything. Sect Master, isn't this exactly the duty of the law enforcement Hall?"

Jing Changtian held no fear for Yama Ling's authority. He showed utter disregard for it. Among the elders, he stood as the boldest and most defiant. That explained his tone toward Yama Ling—not an explanation, but a bold interrogation.

Yama Ling fixed Jing Changtian with icy eyes and spoke gravely, "I'm aware of Yu Qing's issue and plan to probe it myself. But tell me, Jing Changtian, by what authority did you issue a warrant to the law enforcement Hall? What gives you the power to command their forces? Are you the overseer of the law enforcement Hall? Since when have you meddled in their affairs?"

Jing Changtian froze at Yama Ling's sharp words. Yama Ling had never addressed him so harshly before, stirring discomfort and rage within him. It felt like someone always deferential suddenly shouting accusations to your face—unthinkable and intolerable.

This ignited Jing Changtian's fury beyond measure. He shot to his feet abruptly. Though he resembled a drifting smoke wisp, his sudden rise unleashed a formidable aura. Glaring at Yama Ling, he demanded in a low growl, "What are you implying, Sect Master?"

Yama Ling met his gaze steadily and rumbled, "What am I implying? Do you truly not grasp it, Jing Changtian? Sect rules allow the eight great elders to mobilize the law enforcement Hall via an elder order, but only with five elders' consent—and my approval as Sect Master first. Who authorized you to act without my consent and rally their people?"

Jing Changtian's anger surged higher. Then a deliberate voice cut in, "Elder Jing, perhaps you should sit. As merely an elder, is this how you address the Sect Master?" It was Lin Dong speaking, his words measured yet piercing like daggers.

Lin Dong intervened now to prevent Yama Ling from clashing directly with Jing Changtian. Yama Ling's Sect Master status proved invaluable to Lin Dong's faction. A public spat would tarnish his prestige, diminishing his utility. Thus, Lin Dong stepped in to spar with Jing Changtian, allowing Yama Ling to arbitrate decisively later.

Lin Dong's remark enraged Jing Changtian. "Lin Dong, what's your angle? When have I disrespected the Sect Master? Yu Qing's mess lies in your sea territory—you bear heavy blame—yet here you are, hurling barbs. Don't you owe an explanation?"

Lin Dong stared coldly at Jing Changtian. "Yu Qing under my watch poses no issue. The Yu family was wiped out ages ago. So what if an extinct clan's survivor joins our Yin Ghost Sect? Who decreed that? Not me. Anyway, we're dissecting your overreach—issuing orders to the law enforcement Hall without right."

"How am I unqualified?" Jing Changtian retorted icily. "As an Elders Council member, with five of us approving, what's wrong with directing the law enforcement Hall?" He eyed Lin Dong sharply, stunned by his swift counter. Clearly, Lin Dong had rallied allies. He realized now: spotting their five-man alliance, the others had united against them. This exceeded his calculations.

Lin Dong smirked at Jing Changtian. "You're on the Elders Council, true—but so am I. I'd know its rulings. Second Elder, Seventh Elder, were you informed? Did you consent?"

The Second Elder and Seventh Elder shook their heads—they hadn't known. Jing Changtian had approached them earlier, proposing to topple the Sect Master, eliminate Lin Dong, and seize Yin Ghost Sect control. They refused, so he excluded them.

Here lay the flaw: the Elders Council comprised eight members; decisions required collective input, not unilateral fiat. Thus, Jing Changtian's group bypassed Lin Dong's side, ruling solely among five—a violation.

Jing Changtian had anticipated quick resolution: their five pressuring Yama Ling into assent, especially since they targeted only Lin Dong, expecting no objections from the rest.

But now, with Zong Fang and Lin Dong allied, their bloc held no advantage. Plus, their procedural lapse left them defensive.

Yet Jing Changtian was no pushover. Foreseeing attacks on this point, he'd prepared. He declared firmly, "We didn't exclude you from choice—we lacked time. You know Yu Qing's ties: master Gu Ming, Elder Lin Dong's confidant. Would Lin Dong approve? Hardly. So we moved to summon Yu Qing to the law enforcement Hall for questioning. Unexpectedly, she slew them outright. Regardless of motive, killing is unforgivable—Yu Qing demands harsh punishment, no mercy!"

"Hmph!" Lin Dong scoffed, eyeing Jing Changtian. "Fine excuses. 'Invite for clarity'? Was that the order? Or just seize and slay Yu Qing? The reports I heard clash with yours."

"Clash how?" Jing Changtian snapped coldly. "Mine's the truth. Law enforcement Hall approached courteously, but Yu Qing struck without parley. Isn't that sect betrayal? Such rebels merit severe retribution."

"Your truth? Were you there watching? Had you been, those Hall disciples wouldn't have perished. Reality flips your tale!" Lin Dong growled at Jing Changtian. "Law enforcement Hall reached Yu Qing's Island, accused her of betraying the Sect Master, and lunged to capture. Yu Qing demanded badges for proof—none shown. Sensing danger, she fled, messaged Gu Ming for aid. Gu Ming arrived, subdued them for interrogation—only for them to suicide via hidden poison. Tell me, Jing Changtian, was that your 'polite invitation'?"

Jing Changtian sneered at Lin Dong. "Your one-sided yarn—how verify it? Lin Dong, you're slandering the law enforcement Hall. Dead on Yu Qing's Island, she bears responsibility regardless."

"Really?" Lin Dong sneered. "Jing Changtian, no dodging: those disciples followed your illicit command. Now pin it on Yu Qing? Overconfident much? Let's focus on you."

Jing Changtian glanced between Lin Dong and Yama Ling. Hitherto, their duel spoke for factions. He grasped now: mere bickering wouldn't resolve it. With Lin Dong holding leverage, and Yama Ling, Second Elder, Seventh Elder backing him, they mirrored prior pressures. His scheme to legitimize Yu Qing's arrest crumbled; they trailed badly. Still, Yama Ling wouldn't act rashly—their five outmatched Lin Dong's in raw power.

Moreover, Jing Changtian clutched an ace. His Ghost Island visit aimed to detain Lin Dong, suspecting Yin Yang Sect forces already struck Yu Qing's Island. Worst case, she was captured or slain by now.

With that in mind, Jing Changtian abandoned restraint. "I've explained: no alternatives. Intel warned of Yin Yang Sect infiltrating Yin Ghost Sect to snatch Yu Qing. Thus, we urgently summoned her to the law enforcement Hall. Believe it or not, that's the fact."