Chapter 557: Breaking the Old and Establishing the New (Part )

"This……"

Luo Tianjin's shocking words made everyone pale with shock and dumbfounded.

Faced with the confused looks from the audience, Luo Tianjin did not rush to ask questions. Instead, he looked around at everyone silently with interest.

After hesitating for a long time, Liu Xunyi was the first to break the silence and said hesitantly: "I wonder what the new martial arts world that the Palace Master mentioned...exactly means?"

Liu Xunyi seemed to express what everyone wanted to ask but did not dare to ask. For a moment, dozens of curious eyes were cast on Luo Tianjin, who was smiling without saying a word.

"I think we should abandon the old divisions between sects and families, and no longer have the distinction between north and south. Instead, we should re-divide the martial arts sects into four levels: Heaven, Earth, Xuan, and Huang, according to their respective spheres of influence and status in the martial arts world." Luo Tianjin pondered while expressing his thoughts. "Among them, the Heaven Sect is the strongest and has the highest status in the martial arts world. The Earth Sect is second, and so on, with the Huang Sect at the end. Sects that are not included in the sect level will all be regarded as minor branches or evil ways, and shall not be mentioned in the same breath with the orthodox martial arts world. In the future, they shall not participate in any matters related to the Central Plains martial arts world, and shall not regard themselves as members of the Central Plains martial arts world. Those who violate this will be regarded as public enemies of the martial arts world and shall be punished by everyone."

At this moment, every word and every sentence that Luo Tianjin said was unexpected and unheard of to everyone.

Everyone pricked up their ears and listened carefully, pondering the pros and cons in their minds.

Murong Bai asked curiously, "The Jianghu is vast, and there are many sects. How can we divide them into the four levels of Heaven, Earth, Profound and Yellow? We can't... just hastily decide the fate of each sect based on our own thoughts, right?"

"Of course." Luo Tianjin said, "The basis for the division is, first, the status in the martial arts world, and second, the size of the disciples. You can get a glimpse of a class by looking at its reputation, power, and number of disciples."

"Even so, there should be detailed standards, otherwise it will definitely cause unnecessary disputes and turmoil." Huang Yulang said worriedly, "Forgive me for being rude, but I'll give you an inappropriate example. Today, the Xianwang Mansion has the Wulin Alliance Leader personally in charge, so no matter its reputation, power or status in the martial arts world, it is in a transcendent position. Let me ask you, in the current martial arts world, which sect can be compared with us and join the Tianzong? Even if Shaolin and Wudang are strong and have a deep foundation, I'm afraid they can't be on par with the Wulin Alliance Leader who has unified the martial arts world. If Shaolin, Wudang and Xianwang Mansion are classified as one sect, firstly, the status of Shaolin Abbot, Taoist Qingfeng and the Wulin Alliance Leader is too different, which is unfair. Secondly, how can other sects and families that used to be on par with them be willing to be inferior to others? But if they are all classified as Tianzong, breaking the old and establishing the new... it's just changing the soup but not the medicine, which is meaningless."

Wong Yuk-long's outspokenness made others secretly worry for him.

"That's right on the mark, well said!"

However, in the face of Huang Yulang's harshness, Luo Tianjin was not angry, but laughed out loud and was full of praise.

"What Huang Yulang said is absolutely right. Although there are many martial arts sects and heroes all over the world, there is not a single one who is truly qualified to compete with the leader of the martial arts world." Luo Tianjin smiled faintly, "If not, how can the leader of the martial arts world unify the martial arts world?"

Luo Tianjin's words seemed nonchalant, but in fact, they contained a hint of arrogance and self-centeredness.

Xie Xuan was secretly shocked and asked suspiciously, "So, the Palace Master wants to..."

"Tianzong will be a separate sect, with only the Wulin leader as its master." Luo Tianjin said, "And a rule will be established that the sects that are eligible to take over Tianzong in the future must be the Wulin leader's family. Therefore, every three years, when the Wulin Conference re-elects the Wulin leader, Tianzong will also change its master."

"Hiss!" As soon as these words were spoken, there was an uproar in the hall again.

Yelu Qi rolled his eyes and interrupted, "In other words, the only Tianzong sect today is the Xianwang Mansion?"

"That's right!" Luo Tianjin said solemnly, "After careful consideration, based on the Jianghu structure and the roster of people submitted by various sects, I have already made plans for the six sects of the Earth Sect and the eight sects of the Xuan Sect. All other gangs and forces that submitted roster but were not included in the Earth Sect and Xuan Sect will be included in the Huang Sect."

Hearing this, everyone looked at each other, and Yan Bugui asked: "May I ask the Palace Master, the six sects of the Earth Sect refer to..."

"Shaolin, Wudang, Kunlun, Kongtong, Teng Clan, Tang Sect." Luo Tianjin said in an orderly manner, "The eight sects of Xuanzong refer to Qingcheng, Emei, Qin's, Lu Mansion, Jueqing Valley, Longxiang Mountain, Jinjianwu, and Sanyi Gang. Among them, Sanyi Gang is a newly established gang. I brokered the merger of Baimatang, Qingfeng Village, and Kuaihuo Lin. Xue Huzi is the gang leader, and Ma Rufeng and Yin Sandao are deputy gang leaders."

Through Luo Tianjin's planning for Tianzong and Dizong, it is not difficult to see his intention of winning over relatives and friends and excluding opponents.

Among them, Qingcheng, Emei, Qin's, and Lu's were once on par with Shaolin, Wudang, Teng Clan, Tang Sect and other sects, but now they are inferior to them and have become Xuanzong.

What's worse, Jinjianwu, which was once on par with the Xianwang Mansion, is now not only no longer on par with it, but has even failed to make the Dizong list and has been directly demoted to the Xuanzong list, and is being lumped together with the unknown Sanyi Gang. This is truly a great shame and humiliation.

Last night, Luo Tianjin's words to Ling Xiaoxiao that "Shunchang will perish if it resists" have become clear today.

Su Tang said thoughtfully, "Just now the Palace Master said that some contents should be changed on the Jianghu token, but... adding the clan level to which each one belongs?" "Exactly." Luo Tianjin replied without denying, "The four major clan levels represent completely different statuses in Jianghu. The lower ones do not need to be servile to the higher ones, but they must be respectful. If there are conflicts and fights, the Xuan clan can correct the Huang clan, the Di clan can correct the Xuan and Huang clan, and the Tian clan can correct everything. No one is allowed to despise the clan level and presumptuously overstep their authority. Violators will be severely punished!"

"This……"

Luo Tianjin is arbitrary and domineering, and his degree of tyranny is no less than that of a cruel and ferocious tiger. It makes people frightened and uneasy.

At this time, Xie Xuan had guessed Luo Tianjin's true intention from his words.

People in the Jianghu have always been free and unfettered. Throughout the ages, has anyone ever set such strict golden rules for the Jianghu sects? The six major sects and four great families in the past also influenced people's hearts and minds. The status of the Jianghu depends on talent, martial arts, and high morals, rather than on clear rules and regulations.

Now, Luo Tianjin is so proud of his talent that he acts recklessly. Relying on the fact that he is the leader of the martial arts world, he disregards the feelings of all the heroes in the world. He draws a line on the ground to make a prison, carves wood to make officials, and arbitrarily makes life and death rewards and punishments for the Central Plains martial arts world.

He seems to be walking with his head held high and his steps are dangerous, but in fact he is stubborn and self-righteous, deceiving the world and stealing fame.

"Master, please think twice!" Xie Xuan couldn't bear to watch Luo Tianjin lose himself. Seeing that others were hesitant, he bit the bullet and advised, "This move goes against the moral principles of the martial arts world. Once it is implemented, I'm afraid people will turn against it. Therefore..."

"Xie Xuan, you are so outrageous!"

Ling Xiaoxiao's eyes suddenly turned cold, and she stabbed Xie Xuan with a gaze like a sword, reprimanding him, "Don't forget your identity? You are from the Xianwang Mansion, and you are also Brother Jin's most trusted brother. Why are you turning your elbow outward?"

"I dare not!" Xie Xuan showed a look of fear, and waved his hands repeatedly, "I am definitely not trying to boost others' ambitions and destroy my own prestige, but this matter is very serious. The Palace Master has just sat on the throne of the leader of the martial arts world, and now the foundation is not stable. If I act rashly, I am afraid it will be counterproductive. By then, not only will I fail to break the old and establish the new, but I will suffer in vain."

"I understand the Lord's intentions, but..."

Liu Xunyi weighed the pros and cons again and again in his mind. In fact, he agreed with Luo Tianjin's idea of ​​breaking the old and establishing the new from the bottom of his heart.

After all, the greater the power of the leader of the martial arts world, the more targeted the imperial court's efforts to recruit him will be in the future. As long as Luo Tianjin can be convinced, other troubles can be avoided and a lot of arguments can be saved.

However, what Xie Xuan said was not without reason. In order to avoid the opposite effect, Liu Xunyi had to temporarily suppress the urgency in his heart and reminded him: "Don't rush this matter. We need to think about it in the long run."

"Please think twice, Lord!"

Yan Bugui, Deng Changchuan, Huang Yulang and Murong Bai stood up at the same time and bowed to Luo Tianjin to advise him.

"Everyone, why don't you understand the painstaking efforts of Lord Luo?" Yeluqin pretended to be regretful and said sadly, "You think Lord Luo is selfish and arbitrary? Wrong! In fact, he is thinking about you and the entire Central Plains martial arts world. Just imagine that the current chaotic world is turbulent, and the martial arts world is rampant. Every day, people kill each other for fame and fortune. It is difficult to stop despite repeated bans. There is a saying that 'in troubled times, severe punishments should be used'. If the martial arts world can follow Lord Luo's rules, at least 90% of unnecessary disputes can be avoided, which is enough to save hundreds or thousands of innocent lives every year. All people in the world hope that the chaotic world will end and the martial arts world will be peaceful. Lord Luo's move is to endure humiliation and bear heavy burdens for the country and the people."

"In fact, Lord Luo's move is also to better control the Central Plains martial arts world." Xunzhen thought, "After all, none of us wants the position of Wulin leader that the Northern Sage King has gone through so much hardship and survived so many dangers to regain, to be just a nominal position."

Murong Bai was shaken and said hesitantly, "That being said, if we rashly change the structure of the martial arts world, especially by dividing the ranks like the government, I'm afraid... some people will not accept it."

"That's right!" Huang Yulang agreed, "We are all from the martial arts world. If we share the same ideals, we are all brothers. Why should we distinguish between superiors and subordinates? If so, why doesn't the palace lord just follow the government's method and confer titles and honors on heroes all over the world, dividing them into first, second, and third grades..."

"How dare you!" Luo Tianjin's face darkened and he said angrily, "Huang Yulang, are you making fun of me?"

"I dare not..."

"It is precious to be honest, but you must also know how to judge the situation. I appreciate your frankness, but I won't allow you to offend your superiors and speak without restraint." Luo Tianjin narrowed his eyes slightly, looked around at everyone, and said word by word, "You are the same! What I want to hear is your voice and opinions, not ridicule and complaints. What you should consider is how to take advantage of the situation and avoid harm, and get this done. Instead of looking ahead and behind and obstructing it. Also, I hope you will never forget, who is the boss of the Xianwang Mansion?"

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(End of this chapter)