The Elders were also in a difficult position. This was no longer just hearsay but an uproar known to all from the six major sects. If they did not quell the controversy soon, it would certainly escalate to a full scale conflict between the sects.
The Sect Leader of the Heavenly Sword Sect frowned, puzzled. "What happened? How did the situation get so out of hand? If a person or two spread rumors, that would be understandable, but how have all six sects come to this?"
"Sect Leader, I think we should leave. Only then can we preserve the opportunity." One elder voiced his suggestion. Originally, the sect leader had pretended that nothing happened, no one knew he had taken the opportunity. But now that the word had gotten out, they must leave sooner rather than later, otherwise they would be unable to leave.
