The time for tests was over. it was now the time for bribes, nepotism, and cronyism. This was a time for extravagant gifts and visits from Clan elders from nearby clans. Shi Hong was happy. This was the harvest season. His wallet was getting fatter. Elders from the Shoushan sect rubbed their hands together in glee in anticipation of incoming wealth. The mood within the sect was like a festival. It was a festival for scum, by scum, for the express purpose of doing scummy deeds.
Among such scum, there were people from the Kang clan. They were happily waiting in line so they can bribe a particular elder. After all the other bribers bribed the elder, It was their turn. The Kang clan members had big smiles, showing off their huge teeth. The elder had a matching smile.
