Currently, the three individuals with the highest status in the Song Clan were Song Xianming, Song Changsheng, and Song Xianyun.
Among them, Song Xianming was the former Clan Leader, Song Changsheng was the current Clan Leader, and Song Xianyun had managed clan affairs for decades, earning him the title of "de facto Vice Clan Leader."
Each of them wielded immense influence within the clan. Whichever faction they sided with could instantly overwhelm the opposition.
And yet, at this critical juncture, both Song Xianming and Song Xianyun chose to remain behind closed doors, projecting an air of impartiality.
This was why, even with the returning members nearly at their doorstep, the debate had yet to yield a result. Both factions grew anxious and irritable, reduced to staring at each other in the Council Hall.
Just then, Song Xianyun, who hadn't been seen for days, slowly walked in from outside. His stride was steady, his face devoid of expression.
