The legendary warrior

"Unbelievable! How arrogant he is! How dare he claim that he did not commit a crime? Everyone saw him kill Phil! Innocent, my ass!" the disciples from the Refinement Faction, the Casting Faction, and a few of Boris's men began to curse in outrage.

"Oh? Then, please tell me why you claim to be innocent!" Boris, the Dominant Top Elder of the Snow Sect, asked calmly, as he squinted his eyes. In this situation, he had to seem open to Ricky's defense. Otherwise, people would consider him to be narrow-minded and suspect his biases.

Just like Zenith, Boris was handsome and had a majestic demeanor, casting a striking impression on all the disciples present. He was more demanding an explanation than merely asking Ricky's side.

Moreover, he had now reached a higher level through cultivation. His aura was more overwhelming now.

"Dominant Top Elder Boris, Phil insulted my master. She is more than a master to me. She teaches me, helps me and cares for me. She is like my family! Phil said really disgusting words to me, in an obvious intent to degrade my master. He deserved to die!" Ricky said frankly.

"May I ask you this question, Dominant Top Elder Boris? If your dearest ones are insulted, what would you do? Would you stand and do nothing because of the so-called rule?" Ricky asked further.

"Shut your mouth! How dare you talk to the Dominant Top Elder like this!?" Elder Logan, the founder of the Casting Faction, berated Ricky. Glaring at Ricky, he pointed a finger at him as if he would kill him the next second.

"Elder Logan, compose yourself. You are not supposed to speak like that when I'm still here!" Zenith scolded Logan coldly. He gathered his power of innate spirit, intending to give Logan a slap on the wrist as a warning.

However, before his power could reach Logan, Boris stopped him. Then he turned to Zenith and said, "Chief Zenith, don't get angry, please. We are just discussing how to deal with the boy. Elder Logan was just trying to be fair and just."

'Being fair and just? Sure, that's what he was doing! From what I saw, he was sucking up to you!' Ricky thought silently, attempting to conceal his look of disdain.

However, no one would try to question and challenge Boris. He was now an innate spirit with extremely powerful strength. Anyone who tried to cross him would probably end up regretting it.

Even though he was being unreasonable, people would have to remain silent and accept his decree, unless Zenith directly admonished him.

"Ricky, right? What you just said did make some sense. I agree with you and I understand your emotion. But rules are rules. You are not allowed to break any rule no matter how valid your reason is. Anyone who violates the rules must bear the consequences of their actions!"

Boris said. "So, as the Dominant Top Elder, I hereby pronounce you guilty and sentence you to death. I hope you don't mind!"

'Hope I don't mind? Is he joking? Hell no! I do mind very much and what's more, I want to kill this pompous prick!' cursed Ricky in silent rage at Boris's condescending words. But cursing to himself was natural. In fact, he had already anticipated that Boris wanted him to die, and that he would grasp this perfect chance.

"Whoop!" The men from the Casting and Refinement loudly cheered, happy with Boris's decision.

Grace, what should we do? They will kill him!" Heather asked anxiously.

Grace said, clinging on to hope. She expected that Zenith would have

fight against Boris. She was no match for him, and

Zenith, what's your opinion?" Boris asked, a vicious smile lurking under the pretense of

my opinion. Why did Ricky kill a disciple? I'm sure by now, you all know the reason. I have to admit that Phil deserved to die. He showed blatant disrespect for Ricky's master. From what I deduce, Ricky has a valid reason for his act. So I've decided to remit his death. However, I insist that he will still face punishment for his

to save Ricky, he would survive this time. Anyway, as the chief of the Snow Sect, Zenith still had the overarching power and most of the time, he

Zenith thinks highly of Ricky!" Many disciples

them, it was none of their business after all. They had just

each other according to the rule of the Snow Sect, isn't it?

Zenith

of course no! I would never do

tradition, this situation needs the approval from the nine elders, whether the exemption is granted or not!" Boris insisted, unwilling to yield to Zenith's final decision.

he would let the chance of killing Ricky

then turned to the nine elders and said, "So, Elders, it's your turn to make a decision. What do you think of Ricky's act and what measures do you think should be carried

on Elder Evan first. "Elder Evan, let's begin

He was obviously indicating that it was time for them to

and nodded at them, signaling them to proclaim

Zenith! Ricky keeps his life, and will face punishment!" Elder Evan said as he stood up.

elders cast their votes one by one. Ricky stood in the square, also trying to

on Ricky's death. Elder Ronald and Elder Harris also sided

versus six. Zenith won. Boris's face turned dark, quite displeased with the

Zenith enjoys immense popular support among the Sect for now,"

sighed in relief. Seeing that most of the elders chose to support Zenith, he was certain that he would be

in the square was excitedly whispering

vote. Are you still insisting on your proposal?" Zenith

about how to punish him. As for whether he will get through it, it all depends on him!" Boris

but in the grander scheme of things, it also meant that Boris was still not as influential