1431 Getting A Share of the Action (1/2)
Translated by XephiZ
Edited by Aelryinth
”Brother, I asked people to put down the details, too. It's inappropriate to leave out the details for the job. Our clan would be put to shame if the families of the victims came and demanded justice,” Mui Nuxin said.
”Why must you always act on your own!? Why must you decide everything!? Do you really want to see the downfall of our clan!?” Mui Hua yelled at Mui Nuxin angrily.
The room fell silent. The people of the Dongfang Clan did not say a word.
They were all feeling helpless and ashamed. The fire vein was deadlier than they had imagined. Even their clan, known for their expertise in the Fire Element was struggling to come up with a plan. They could do a good job of excavating the fire vein and refining the ore, but everything was in vain if they could not find a way to clear the tunnel.
”If there's no other choice, we can only choose from among the disciples of our clans. Let's consider it carefully and come up with a list of names. Apart from the successors of the clans, every disciple can volunteer for it. To those who are willing to take part in the operation, we'll take care of their family and pay them a handsome sum, regardless of the outcome. If the operation is a success, the disciples will be promoted to a member of the clan, and be treated as an elder,” Mui Shan proposed.
They had no choice but to give it a try. They could not just wait forever. If they could not hire outsiders to do the job, the only option was to do it themselves!
”Mmm,” Mui Nuxin agreed with the plan, too.
”I guess that's the only choice we have...” Dongfang Mo sighed.
Both clans agreed to sacrifice their own clan members, in the end.
It was not necessarily sacrificing the clan members; it was voluntary. Their clan members would know how dangerous the situation was. If they were willing to risk their lives to help their clans overcome the troublesome situation, the clans would not mistreat them, either. The clans would not force them either, if they were not willing to take the risk.
”I'll go!” a voice arose.
The crowd turned to the voice. They were eager to see who the courageous disciple was. The people who were invited to the meeting were mostly disciples that were closely related to the clan, including the successors.
”Qi Shan?” Mui Hua looked at the young man in astonishment.
The people of the Mui Clan immediately recognized Qi Shan. He was indeed one of the most reliable candidates for the job. The problem was, most Mages that had achieved his cultivation level were unlikely to volunteer themselves, considering the great risk involved.
”Qi Shan, are you sure about it?” the old clan master asked seriously.
”If it's a success, I'll be promoted to an official member of the clan, am I right?” Qi Shan asked.
”Yes!” Mui Shan nodded.
Mui Nuxin remained silent. She knew her speech had provoked Qi Shan, but she was utterly shocked after hearing Qi Shan's decision. Perhaps Qi Shan could soar even higher into the sky if she was not holding him down.
”I believe many from the clan will be willing to participate in the operation with you in charge,” Mui Shan said in relief.
Qi Shan looked at Dongfang Lie, who seemed to know Qi Shan was his rival in love. Dongfang Lie did not look too happy when Qi Shan was appointed as the person in charge of the operation!
”Err, can I go too?” Mo Fan asked.
”Humph, we aren't that desperate to let a nobody join; you can wait until you graduate from Pearl Institute!” Mui Hua grunted. He had recognized Mo Fan as the shady schoolmate who was hanging out with Mui Nujiao the other day.
”Brother, maybe you should learn how to treat a guest properly first!” Mui Nujiao grumbled.
”Since when do you have the right to teach me how to behave myself? You're a representative of the national team, yet you aren't willing to do a single thing for the clan!” Mui Hua exclaimed harshly.
”Brother Mui Hua… he's not a nobody. He's Mo Fan, the strongest participant in the World College Tournament!” Dongfang Lie informed him.
Those words immediately attracted the crowd's attention. Qi Shan stared at Mo Fan in disbelief, along with everybody else.
Meanwhile, Mui Nuxin gasped. She exchanged glances with Mui Nujiao, who quickly explained by whispering in her ear. She immediately blushed, and no longer dared look Mo Fan in the eyes.
”Seriously, what a coincidence it was...” Mui Nuxin was utterly ashamed. She was quite hot-headed before, so she simply used Mo Fan as an example. She never expected him to be present. Mui Nujiao did not make it clear, either. She totally thought their guest was Bai Hongfei!
”You're Mo Fan?” Mui Shan and Dongfang Mo asked simultaneously.
”Yeah, I only came here to congratulate Dongfang Lie. I didn't expect to stumble into your meeting. My primary Element is the Fire Element, and I happen to be looking for a Primitive Soul-grade Seed. I believe the fire vein you mentioned is likely to have a Primitive Soul-grade Seed, so I'm willing to try my luck,” Mo Fan said.
”Mui Hua, apologize to Mo Fan at once. Be mindful of your words next time,” Mui Shan immediately said sternly.