Lin'an, headquarters of the Joyful Sect.
When Yun Qinglan first took her position as the Sect Master, a rebellion occurred here. It was only with Lu Yao's help that she managed to quell it and use his influence to suppress the unrest within the sect and secure her leadership position.
However, relying solely on heavy-handed tactics was not the best approach, especially since Yun Qinglan had implemented sweeping reforms, causing the Joyful Sect to lean towards becoming more orthodox.
As a result, she offended many, who albeit quiet on the surface, were quite discontented in private.
This was particularly true when Yun Qinglan led the expedition to Goryeo and there was little reward for the hardship endured.
The Joyful Sect was grand, not lacking in elixirs or silver taels.
Moreover, the battlefield was no child's play, and with many disciples perishing in the fights against the Izumo ninjas, complaints within the sect were numerous.
