Lin Zhong’s words were filled with emotion and were said with a questioning tone.

Several North Light Lin Clan high-ups’ expressions turned uncomfortable. They had to admit that when Lin Xun was around, they had indeed received many benefits from Mind Cleansing Peak.

Even in the Forbidden City, just mentioning that they were from the Mind Cleansing Peak Lin Clan would make others show respect toward them.

However, Lin Xun was dead!

Everything had changed as a result. The Mind Cleansing Peak Lin Clan was in a precarious situation and was nearly on the brink of collapsing due to being targeted by numerous factions.

How could these North Light Lin Clan higher-ups possibly remain calm?

Someone disdainfully said, “What a joke! Without the support of my North Light Lin Clan, how could Lin Xun alone possibly support the entire Mind Cleansing Peak? Remember, we do not owe him anything!”

Someone else aggressively pressured, “Cut the crap. We need to choose a new leader for Mind Cleansing Peak. Regardless of whether you’re willing or not, you will give us a clear answer today, Lin Zhong!”

Someone else tried to...