He thought through everything related to Mo Hua, and suddenly, a flash of inspiration struck him, leading to a sudden realization.
Mo Hua, Taoist Court, Formation…
Elder Master Xun!
The Merit Elder figured it out.
It must have been Elder Master Xun, he pulled some strings, used his connections, and allocated these 8,000 merit points from Taoist Court to Mo Hua, allowing the child to study Formation!
Elder Master Xun is an ancestor-level figure, although on the surface, he’s just a meticulous “Instructor”.
But he has a long life, a revered status, and a very extensive network throughout the Qianxue State Boundary.
Only Elder Master Xun could have the capability to go through the proper channels at Taoist Court and transfer merit points to Taixu Gate.
However, no matter how venerable, one cannot do such a thing!
The Merit Elder became somewhat angry.
8,000 merit points, it’s no small number.
Even if he’s really fond of Mo Hua, the child, he can’t spoil him to this extent, can’t be encouraging such reckless growth.
He is just a disciple of Taixu Gate, not your own great-grandson!
Even if it were your great-grandson, it wouldn’t be acceptable!
The Sect has its own rules, other places might occasionally turn a blind eye, no harm done, but merit points? They’re vital to the Sect’s order and system, how can you play with them so carelessly?
The Merit Elder huffily went to find Elder Master Xun.
Upon arriving at the Elder’s Residence, he knocked directly on Elder Master Xun’s door and after being let in by a Taoist Child, sat down to drink some sullen tea.
After an hour, Elder Master Xun came out from an inner chamber, still deep in thought with a frown, and as he lifted his gaze, he saw the displeased Merit Elder.
Elder Master Xun’s expression turned to surprise, “Why have you come?”
The Merit Elder said helplessly:
“Ancestor Uncle, your affection for a disciple should have its limits, some rules can be bent, but some must never be crossed…”
“Without rules, there cannot be a circle.”
“What you are doing is not showing affection for your disciple, but harming him…”
Elder Master Xun frowned and asked, “Have you been practicing so hard that you’ve lost your mind? What are you on about, coming here all flustered and confused?”
The Merit Elder sighed, “You’re still playing dumb with me.”
He laid a letter sealed with the Taoist Court’s spirit imprint on the table, “Isn’t this merit allocation something you got those old Court Leaders you’re well-acquainted with at the Taoist Court to specially approve?”
Elder Master Xun slowly picked up the letter, gave it a glance, and was taken aback.
Mo Hua?
8,000 merit points?
A special approval from Taoist Court?
Elder Master Xun blinked, read it over again to confirm he was not mistaken, and felt a surge of emotions.
Taoist Court… why would they allocate 8,000 merit points to Mo Hua, that child?
What exactly did Mo Hua do?
Or rather, what exactly is Taoist Court doing?
Seeing Elder Master Xun’s astonished expression and without a word, the Merit Elder felt a “thump” in his heart, and instantly realized he might have been too rash.
The Merit Elder grew uneasy, slowly stood up, and tentatively asked:
“Ancestor Uncle… this merit allocation, it wasn’t you using your connections… ”
Elder Master Xun gave him a faint look.
The Merit Elder immediately offered an apologetic smile, “I was impetuous, I shouldn’t suspect you, an elderly man of high morals and judicial integrity…”
Elder Master Xun said, “Next time you act without thinking, go to the back hills and sweep the Sword Tomb for your Ancestor Uncle. Your position as Elder of the Merit Pavilion will be taken over by your junior sister.”
The Merit Elder broke out in a cold sweat, hurriedly saying:
“Ancestor Uncle, spare me, the Merit Pavilion is very busy, I won’t disturb your quiet cultivation anymore…”
After saying this, he immediately stood up, hastily paid his respects, and slipped away as quickly as he could.
Elder Master Xun shook his head, then with a concentrated look, he turned his attention back to the letter in his hand, pondering to himself.
Mo Hua, this child, seems to be a bit different from what I remember…