The original repairer

Chapter 202: The internal struggle for power within the Huolie clan

"You can't do this. Great-grandfather dedicated his entire life to the tribe. Now that he has passed away, you can't wait to fight for power and profit. Are you worthy of his efforts?" Huo Wei shouted in grief, her eyes full of tears and anger.

Everyone looked at each other, but no one felt ashamed of her accusation.

"Hmph, Xiaowei, this is the way the world is. Only those with power and influence can control everything. Now that Great Grandfather is gone, the position of clan leader will naturally have to be reallocated." A burly man sneered.

The girl clenched her fists and said, "You ungrateful fellows! Our tribe is what it is today thanks to our great grandfather's leadership, and yet you are so heartless!"

"Don't talk too much to her, just settle the matter quickly." Someone else urged.

Huo Wei looked at the group of greedy tribesmen in front of her with despair, her heart filled with sadness. Faced with the alliance of the Yan and Lie tribes, they did not organize resistance first, but fought for power first. If they acted like this, facing the coercion of the two tribes, the Huo Lie tribe would sooner or later be swallowed up by the other two tribes.

After ten days of flying, Shi Chen finally arrived at the main hall of the Huo Lie tribe and found that it was extremely lively.

The fourth elder showed off his seniority and wanted to take over the position of clan leader. The fifth and sixth elders also wanted to compete for the position of clan leader. Everyone blamed each other and argued with each other, their faces red.

Huo Wei looked at the chaotic scene before her. She had never imagined that after her great-grandfather's passing, the tribe would fight for power so fiercely, completely disregarding the threat of external enemies. She could only hide in a corner, feeling lonely and troubled, with a heavy heart.

The Fourth Elder's eyes widened as he pointed at the Fifth and Sixth Elders and said, "I have fought bravely for the tribe for many years. Based on my seniority and merit, the position of Chieftain belongs to me!"

The fifth elder, unwilling to be outdone, retorted, "So what if I have more experience? The tribe is facing a crisis now, and we need someone with courage, wisdom, and strength to lead us. I believe I am stronger than you, so this position should belong to me!"

The Sixth Elder sneered, "Don't argue with me, the two of you. I'm not inferior to you in terms of intelligence and connections. Besides, I'm quite popular in the clan. I'm the right person to take on the position of clan leader!"

The fourth elder was so angry that he trembled all over: "How dare you, a young boy, speak so arrogantly here!"

The fifth elder crossed his arms and said contemptuously, "You think you can become the clan leader? That's just a foolish dream!"

The Sixth Elder blushed and said, "Don't underestimate me. I have my own ways to restore the tribe's glory!"

For a moment, the hall was in chaos, and supporters from all sides joined in the quarrel, making the situation extremely chaotic.

Just at this moment, the attendant brought Shi Chen to the door of the hall. Everyone in the hall saw it, and the hall suddenly became quiet for a moment.

The fourth elder's eyes lit up, and he said eagerly, "Master Shi, as long as you support me, you will definitely get benefits in the future."

Shi Chen cupped his hands and said, "Fourth Elder, I have no intention of getting involved in the internal disputes among the nobles. I only hope that the Fire Tribe can unite and overcome the difficulties together."

The fifth elder also came over and said, "Shi Chen, I have always admired your talents. If you help me, I will definitely not treat you unfairly."

Shi Chen shook his head: "Fifth Elder, I appreciate your kindness, but I really don't want to get involved in this power struggle."

Seeing this, the Sixth Elder said, "Shi Chen, don't be so stubborn. If you don't choose a side now, you will suffer in the future."

Shi Chen's expression was firm: "Sixth Elder, I, Shi Chen, only seek to have a clear conscience. The Fire Tribe is in a situation now, so we should prioritize the overall interests rather than personal gain."

Seeing Shi Chen's firm attitude, the three elders all looked displeased.

At this time, Huo Wei stood up and said, "Master Shi is right. We should first consider how to resist the Yan and Lie tribes instead of fighting among ourselves."

The fourth elder shouted angrily, "Little girl, you have no right to speak here!"

Huo Wei was undaunted. "What my great grandfather wished most when he was alive was for the tribe to be united. Now you're disregarding the safety of the tribe for power. Are you truly doing this to my great grandfather?"

Everyone was speechless for a moment.

"It is precisely because we need to consider the safety of the entire tribe and be worthy of the tribe leader that we must immediately elect a new tribe leader to lead the tribe to fight against the other two tribes." The fourth elder argued speciously.

"The position of the clan leader cannot be left vacant. This is the key to the next fight against the other two clans. Therefore, we must decide on the candidate for clan leader today." The fifth elder also echoed.

Seeing that the situation was not good, the Sixth Elder said urgently, "We must immediately discuss the process of the clan leader election. We must elect a clan leader today to lead the tribe in resisting the foreign enemies."

The three elders each displayed their abilities, vying for the position of clan leader. Huo Wei was disheartened. She looked at these once familiar faces, now so strange and ferocious because of power, and her heart was filled with sorrow. Huo Wei slowly closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and tried to calm the pain and disappointment in her heart.

She recalled her great-grandfather's time, when the tribe was united and worked together for the tribe's prosperity. Back then, the Fire Tribe was full of warmth and strength, but now, there was only endless fighting and selfish desires.

"Is this still the Fire Tribe that I love?" Huo Wei murmured to herself, tears blurring her eyes again.

She walked to Shi Chen, her eyes full of helplessness and confusion: "Master Shi, I no longer have any expectations for this place. Can I go to Lingyuan Continent with you?"

Shi Chen comforted her softly, "Fellow Daoist Huo Wei, don't be too sad. There will always be new hope."

"With our people like this, our future is bleak," Huo Wei said in a trembling voice, "Master Shi, we must leave here as soon as possible."

Shi Chen nodded, turned around and walked towards the entrance of the hall with Huo Wei. Inside the hall, several elders were arguing fiercely.

Huo Wei sat on the flying boat, looking at the tribal hall, her heart shrouded in endless darkness.

Once, this was her roots, the place where she grew up. Every inch of this land carried her laughter and tears, the glory and hope of her family. The kind face of her great-grandfather constantly surfaced in her mind. He was her most beloved relative, a man who dedicated his life to the tribe. But now, with his recent passing, those who once shared his protection have become like a pack of greedy wolves, casting aside family ties and moral principles for the pursuit of so-called power.

She recalled her former love for the tribe, her diligent training and desperate battles for its glory. She had once believed that everyone's hearts, like hers, were deeply tied to the Fire Nation's future. But the reality before her was like a hammer, shattering her illusions.

She felt utterly lonely and helpless. The people she once knew had become so unfamiliar, so repulsive. Her heart bled with the pain of betrayal and hurt. She no longer had any attachment to this land, only deep disappointment and despair.

"Perhaps this is just a trick of fate." Huo Wei sighed silently in her heart, "But I won't give up. I will find my own path again. One day, I will show those people that true strength lies not in power, but in faith and unity."

After Shi Chen took Huo Wei away, several people who were about to fight stopped arguing and looked in the direction Huo Wei left.

"Fourth brother, is this the right thing for us to do? If we deceive her like this, I'm afraid that in the future..." said the Sixth Elder worriedly.

Before the Sixth Elder could finish, the Fourth Elder interrupted him and said, "Things have come to this point. We cannot be soft-hearted. We must proceed as planned. The unification of the three tribes depends on this one time. Some sacrifices are necessary."