The Sect has a total of seven Respected Elders, with the other six unanimously passing the resolution that Qiu Tai won. Naturally, there were some underhanded dealings involved.
Because Elder He is currently in his heyday, it is very likely that he will take the seat of the Great Elder.
As the saying goes, 'a rising star attracts sycophants.'
Qiu Tai is a disciple of Elder He; siding with Elder He, they can certainly gain his favor. In future affairs, seeking Elder He's help would allow them to repay favors and receive his care.
As for sacrificing Chu Feng's interests, to these high and mighty Elders, it's nothing significant at all.
They wouldn't even take it to heart.
"What do you mean by being unreasonably stubborn? Chu Feng's cultivation is not as high as Qiu Tai's, yet he managed a draw. From any perspective, Chu Feng should not be declared the loser."
