Ling Xiao, now remaining in the Outer Sect and retaining the title of number one, was gaining resources far more than many of the weaker Outer Disciples.
Don't look at the Outer Sect as just a lower echelon within the Moon Hua Sect, but given the chance, the Outer Sect too would like to fight for its dignity.
With a treasure like Ling Xiao in their ranks, weren't they going all out to cultivate him?
If Ling Xiao could defeat any of the Inner Sect Disciples, then for those Hall Masters and Elders of the Outer Sect, it would be like venting a deep-seated grudge.
Sometimes the reasons for competition within a sect are just that simple, purely for the sake of pride and saving face.
Furthermore, completing the Pagoda Climbing Ceremony during the Moon Gathering Festival as an Outer Sect Disciple would grant an extra reward.
