He unfortunately had no idea that Dyon wasn't aware of this story at all. His previous threat of consequences was just as a result of his confidence in himself. If they dared to try to reject him, he would go to another nameless alchemy guild and build them up to the point of crushing them. But, it seemed he didn't have to do any of that.
"Are you aware of the penalty for failing the lowest certification exam?"
Dyon, who had a curious expression on seeing their reactions, raised an eyebrow.
"Oh? Penalty? Do enlighten me."
Venerable Piers' sneer deepened, believing himself to have caught Dyon. He believed Dyon had thrown out the idea of a certification exam to save his skin, but that he had no real skill to speak of. It was unfortunate that the very same time Pill Sword Mountain established their rules of equality, they also added a new rule as well…
"The penalty is death. Do follow me."
With a spin of his heel, Venerable Piers turned.