Remaining unchanged still makes them first among the Eight Great Gates.
But even a slight step backward, their position among the Four Great Sects and
as the leading Eight Great Gate would be lost.
Moreover, the current sword discussion is as difficult as rowing against the current; any retreat makes it extremely challenging to advance again.
With their responsibility, they strategize accordingly.
As Sect Leaders with many years of experience, they know the importance of
Sect rankings better than anyone.
Sect Leaders of the Four Great Sects.
Sect Leader of the head of the Eight Great Gates.
Ordinary Sect Leaders of the Eight Great Gates.
The differences among these are substantial. Moreover, these three options are nearly all "a step away."
A step forward means joining the Four Great Sects.
Maintaining the position means leading the Eight Great Gates.
A step backward means becoming an ordinary member of the Eight Great
Gates.
Practically every step is a world apart.
Faced with this situation, this opportunity where immense wealth is just a step
away, even immortals can't remain calm.
As Sect Leaders, the three have deep ambitions, showing no trace of emotion
on their faces.
But in their hearts, they're tormented by the loss and gain of benefits just one
step away, losing sleep over it long ago.
But at this point, there's nothing more they can do to help.
All they can depend on now is for these young disciples to fight for themselves.
Whatever outcome they achieve, the Leaders must accept it.
Even if they lose, they cannot blame the disciples.
Because these young ones have already tried their best and performed excellently, even better than they anticipated...
But that said, they are still desperately eager for the Taixu Gate to win.
They say nothing with their mouths, nor do they dare to pressure Mo Hua and
the others.
But in their hearts, they truly yearn for Mo Hua and the other disciples to win more than anyone else.
No matter how, as long as they can win, it's good enough.
Winning might preserve their current position, and even provide a chance to advance, climbing from fifth to fourth.