Stepping on one while elevating another—this will forever remain the quintessential practical trope of mockery.
It's apparent that Orintel is desperately trying not to let Fu Qian's words provoke his emotions.
But unfortunately, the very act of reacting signifies that those emotions have already been stirred.
It seems my earlier impression was accurate: within The Sect, the Hunters' status appears rather... delicate.
Even amongst their own ranks, the feelings toward them seem rather complex.
"Regarding your earlier statement, am I to understand that, compared to The Sect, the Bloodline Clan is a group more favored by the Stars Association?"
Having exerted great effort to calm himself, Orintel finally speaks.
"The glory and blessings we pride ourselves on—are they, in your view, merely childish and laughable?"
"Pretty much, yes."
Fu Qian displays a remarkably laid-back demeanor.
