The words of the Grand Elder were self-explanatory. In critical times, critical matters must be addressed. While the rules of the Revenge Token are important, the survival and development of the Revenge Gathering are even more crucial.
The dispute between the Revenge Gathering and the Divine Fist Clan had a long history. Their overt battles and covert struggles had persisted for decades, and their relationship was now akin to fire and water. Recently, the conflict over a treasure land had led to several fierce battles, resulting in deaths and injuries on both sides.
To divert manpower to fulfill the requirements of the Revenge Token at such a time would indeed be very unfavorable for the Revenge Gathering.
"The Grand Elder is mistaken," retorted another elder with thick eyebrows in a resonant voice. "We, as people of the Martial World, are anchored by principles. The rules of the Revenge Token were established by the first Assembly Master. How can we break them?"
