Just as Elder Lu was nearing his breaking point, another surge of power rose to meet it, neutralizing the pressure exerted by King Ming.
"Why is King Ming so angry? Elder Lu, as an elder of the Canaan Institute’s Law Enforcement Hall, is simply fulfilling his duty to investigate the murder of a disciple. As Institute Heads, we must set an example for all the disciples."
This remark from Li Shan was nothing more than a reminder to Elder Ming that his current actions would soon be known to all the disciples of the Canaan Institute. If he were to simply kill Elder Lu now, the South Institute would be severely criticized. Plainly speaking, Li Shan was merely protecting his own elder.
Chapter 707