"Young apprentice, there's no need to worry so much," He You Tian laughed. "The female jade tablet was given by the elder, not something that the young apprentice can decide to give him. If he dares to take it from you, not only will the elders not agree, but in front of the disciples, he would fall into a lower position. Zheng Ren is extremely sensitive about face."
About the face-saving aspect, I'm aware of it. Just like Han Nuo Zi said, Zheng Ren doesn't want to jump the Thunder God Cliff. Therefore, even if Sun Zhuo loses his life and becomes that pitiful appearance, Zheng Ren still wants to help him restore it.
This is related to Sun Zhuo from Xu Nu's body having cultivated a better Yang God Life Essence, and it's also tied to Zheng Ren's pride.
"He has been following me on this trip down the mountain, which is already rather shameless, and I still feel uneasy about it," I replied.
"Shameless..." He You Tian touched his short beard and suddenly burst out laughing: "A bit coarse, but it's good! Very good!"
Just laughter, He You Tian reached out to take the female jade tablet. He didn't look at it for a moment, but put it in his chest.
We then headed towards the Shangqing Hall.
Along the way, He You Tian was telling me the details of the formations and, he demonstrated to me the gestures of a thunderous law, which was not just a matter of proficiency, but also flexible changes in the joints.
However, He You Tian cautioned me that since I had grasped the essence of three thunder law techniques on the Thunder God Cliff, I should not be greedy for more. Instead, I should focus on mastering what I already have. These three techniques are sufficient for my use. The most crucial point is that if I were to summon heavenly thunder, it would require the right time, place, and circumstances.
As for the "heavenly timing," it is best to do it during a thunderstorm. The "earthly advantage" lies in the condition of the person being struck by lightning, having better conditions to withstand the strike. "People's harmony" means that the practitioner should try to avoid harm, and also ensure that their physical condition is at its peak. Be sure not to summon heavenly thunder when you are at the end of your strength, otherwise you may wound your enemy a thousand times while injuring yourself eight hundred.
In fact, if the "heavenly timing" is not right, forcing the operation will consume one's lifespan. If the technique does not hit the opponent, it will be equivalent to pouring water into a bamboo basket - all for nothing.
I thought of Han Nuo Zi.
I thought of the time when the regulation sect captured the retribution ghost left by Wu Zhongkuan in Qi Jiacun, along with Wei Youming. The ghost pavilion then launched an all-out attack, even using the hundred-body formation. As a result, thunder suddenly struck from the sky. After that, when I went up the mountain, I saw the body of Jin Yang leading the ghost pavilion...
Even Mao San was hunted during that time...
Han Nuo Zi, forcing to summon thunder without the right timing?
He is a cautionary tale.
"I understand, master senior," I replied with reverence.
"Okay, remember this well. Master senior's age is no longer young. After the Si Gu Shan, it will be yours. Your responsibility is heavy, you cannot waste yourself, nor can you die."
"Haha, if you encounter any danger that you can't solve, look to the master senior."
"Master senior may be old, but he can still fight."
He You Tian laughed heartily.
I was once again stunned.
Warm inside, but also a bit sour.
"Okay, master senior."
"Shen, will not disappoint your instructions, perhaps in the past I was not a good Taoist, but from now on, I will definitely be!"
"Hahahahaha! No matter when, my little apprentice is an exceptional existence! With almost no guidance, you have mastered the Spell of Breaking Chains, passed the Question Heart Examination, and even understood three thunder laws. You don't have to underestimate yourself!"
He You Tian was even happier.
Before we knew it, we had arrived in front of the Shangqing Hall.
His laughter, some of which entered the hall and echoed within, the other part spreading in the mountains, with a continuous echo.
Many disciples were outside the hall, more than any previous time.
There were also many disciples inside the hall, forming a dense crowd in the center, with Zheng Ren at the very center.
He didn't wear a hat and crown this time, his face that had been covered by a white veil was now fully exposed to everyone.
Monolids, small eyes, small and ugly cheeks, with uncontrollable indifference, and even a hint of anger.
In front of Zheng Ren, Sun Zhuo knelt on the ground, looking trembling and restless.
He You Tian's laughter suddenly stopped, and his gaze burned as he stared down at Sun Zhuo, his expression suddenly becoming extremely serious, as if there was a hint of murderous intent!
My pupils constricted, but I felt utterly shocked.
Sun Zhuo was kneeling here...
Does he reveal his true colors?
Something is not right!
By a twist of fate, it directly toppled Sun Zhuo!
My heart was turbulent, and I couldn't help but change my expression.
"Great elder, it's quite pleasant," Zheng Ren's tone carried a hint of coldness.
Actually, since I came to the Si Gu Shan, he hasn't been this happy very often. Essentially, except for when he is strict and enforcing the rules, he has always maintained a facade.
It's like when he addresses me as Xianshen Little Apprentice in front of everyone.
At this moment, it was clear that Zheng Ren's mood was not good.
"The immortal's mood is rather poor, is it because of the disciple?" He You Tian didn't mind stirring up trouble, and once again stroked his short beard.
Zheng Ren let out a cold snort, and shook his long sleeves.
"How will you handle Sun Zhuo?" He You Tian's voice was as thunderous as a gong!
"Sun Zhuo has been derelict in his duties, causing the Thunderspirit Hall to be robbed! He even sneaked into the hands of thieves and stole the Si Gui Mirror!"
"It's a great sin!"
"According to the laws of Si Gu Shan, the elder will wield a cane and strike fifty times. Then impose a quarantine for sixty days, during which he cannot have any contact with anyone, nor can he engage in any conversation."
"Not to enter the Thunderspirit Hall again!"
Zheng Ren's voice was even louder, and his face was filled with anger. He even looked at Sun Zhuo with a glance, which was full of indignation and pain!
At this moment, the entire scene was in an uproar, and everyone was shocked to the core!
It was obvious that everyone believed that Sun Zhuo had been discovered to have a problem due to yesterday's incident!
What was unexpected was that Zheng Ren's accusation was another crime.
The Si Gu Mirror was stolen!
He You Tian's face turned stiff, and then, anger flared on his face as he fixed his gaze on Zheng Ren.
The other elders also had their expressions changing, with some looking stern and others looking appeased.
"Why didn't you keep the Si Gu Mirror with you at all times? It is the immortal's token!"
He You Tian's tone carried a rare hint of anger.
"Master, I should also be punished for this. When the Si Gu Mirror is found, I will voluntarily impose seclusion and restriction, not to meet with any disciples or elders, and to quietly contemplate my mistakes." Zheng Ren slightly closed his eyes before opening them again, his small eyes filled with intense malice.
"However, the current matter is to retrieve the Si Gu Mirror and catch the traitor from that sect!"
"Sun Zhuo is not at fault. It is natural for a brother to worry about his younger brother, as Xianshen Little Apprentice is his cousin."
"That traitor dared to steal our Si Gu Shan treasure! Even if he searched the ends of the earth and descended into hell, he cannot escape!"
"I order all disciples to gather at the Shangqing Hall, I will trouble each elder to personally search every disciple's body!"
"In order to treat all disciples fairly, I will personally search the bodies of all the elders!"
"Great Elder, do you have any objections?" Zheng Ren spoke with precision.
"Hmm, Xianshen Little Apprentice, although not an elder, has a seniority beyond a mere disciple, so I will also search his body." Zheng Ren added.
He didn't look at me, his gaze fixed directly on He You Tian.
My heart beats like a drum, thumping in my chest.
Zheng Ren, clever move!
It was a trap set by Zheng Ren for Sun Zhuo. I happened to be in his bedroom, and I searched him thoroughly.
He didn't know these things.
No one could find out who stole the design of the Si Gu Mirror, yet he still diverted the blame eastward!
"Jackal dancing in broad daylight, aiming at the Dafeng!"
