This issue remains unresolved, and the heart of Sihu Mountain will never be unified. A very small part of it is on me, and almost all of it is on Wu Bing.
In fact, if there is a rebellion on the Juxu Mountain, the Sihu Mountain will still have people who switch sides, advocating that I be sent away to smooth things over.
But, where is the evidence?
All the information I know about Wu Ling, which basically revealed itself during that grand ceremony.
The only piece of evidence, as far as I can tell, is that the twin monk had visited the Sihu Mountain but was intercepted by Wu Ling!
It is highly possible that Wu Ling intercepted the head of Tiansheng Tao.
Wu Ling intends to slander me!
I settled my thoughts and told Ho You Tian about this matter.
Ho You Tian was silent for a long time before shaking his head and said, "This is not evidence, Wu Ling can say that he doesn't know the twin monks, he thought they were imposters, and even thought you were intentionally deceiving the people of the mountain. At that time, he didn't know your strength and that you indeed had nothing wrong."
"He can also say that the head of Tiansheng Tao was false and thrown away. This is not a valid reason."
"The Bai bloodline of the Juxu Mountain is more complex than you think, after all, it was once the dominant Taoist inheritance of Sihu Mountain, and the elders wouldn't easily dismiss Wu Ling."
"At most, if the two of you coexist, perhaps they will watch your competition, and eventually raise another suitable true person. One of you can become the great elder, just like me and Zheng Ren."
"I... "
Ho You Tian's words left me momentarily speechless.
Then, a glint of complexity flashed in Ho You Tian's eyes as he sighed, "After all, this is still a problem. However, the enemy comes with its own defense, and we'll face it head-on. Juxu Mountain will take some time to come here. Perhaps I can take the lead in controlling the plague and ghosts, bringing out the two true persons from Juxu Mountain. You will have more time to expose Wu Ling's true colors or solve the issue without anyone knowing."
The first part of the sentence was delivered with Ho You Tian's calmness as still water, but the latter part carried a trace of coldness and lethality.
This is what can be seen, Ho You Tian fully trusts me without reservation!
Silent beside her, Si Yan's eyes flickered with a hint of shock. She pursed her lips but said nothing.
"Big Brother, Master Gong is trying to figure something out, and I am too. We can also give your arrangement a try," I nodded respectfully.
"Yes, Si Yan, go back. In this situation, it's not appropriate to discuss anything about personal matters. I will help Xian Shen to adjust his body," Ho You Tian and Si Yan nodded in agreement.
"Yes," Si Yan bowed to Ho You Tian and also gave me a slight nod before turning and leaving.
"I have a bitter smile on my face,"
About this matter, Ho You Tian has truly misunderstood it to the end.
Just as I was about to explain, Ho You Tian turned and walked towards a door inside the hall.
"Little brother, come with me."
I followed and found, as I had guessed, it was a square rock cave. There was also a faint smell of sulfur, and in the misty steam, I saw a hole with water all around it.
"The selection of the Six Palace was suggested by the good friend of the Grandmother Goddess, Tian Ji Sheng Shuai. According to the records, this place was chosen by him as one of the birthplaces of Sihu Mountain. Corpses here do not decay, and people here can live longer. Soaking in this hot spring can detoxify and heal injuries. Go down there," Ho You Tian pointed at the hole.
I did not hesitate, stripped off my robe, and directly entered the hot spring.
The slightly warm water temperature immediately alleviated much of the fatigue on my body.
Especially the previous consumption of life force, combined with the deficit from using the Summoning Four Gods Spell, is being rapidly made up for.
"Sit down and focus. Rest your energy well," Ho You Tian's tone was even more gentle.
I began to meditate according to the breathing techniques of the Converge Mind Method, and soon sank into deep meditation.
When I woke up again, the rock cave inside was completely dark. I felt that every meridian in my body was very smooth, and that the abundant energy made me want to shout out loud. At the same time, I wanted to use some more spells!
Splash! I stood up from the hot spring and found that where I had put my clothes, there was a clean red Taoist robe. All of my implements were placed beside it.
After putting on the Taoist robe and fitting my implements, I walked out of the cave.
The sky had already turned dark, and Ho You Tian stood quietly in front of the Six Palace gate. There was a small table next to him, and several jade-like bottles were placed on it, with the appearance of high value.
Additionally, there was a very thick black herbal medicine in a bowl, emitting a strong bitter smell.
"First, drink this bowl of medicine. These three bottles of pills are to be taken three times a day at three specific times. Each time, take three pills. These pills were made with rainbow-colored dragon claws, central purple honey, night grass, and deer tongue fragrance. The most ordinary ingredient is a thousand-year wild mountain ginseng, which can fill in the gaps. However, your lost vitality cannot be easily made up for." Ho You Tian's eyes revealed a touch of sympathy.
"Big Brother, this is already very good. Xian Shen knows his own situation." I was filled with gratitude.
"Know it, yet you still use the thunderstrike? Big Brother hasn't punished you because it's been too long since you've returned to the mountain and established your authority. It's not about pushing yourself to the limit, do you understand? Just like Second Brother, he could have taken your palm, but it would come at a cost. Only when people reach a certain age do they realize that their lives become shorter and shorter." Ho You Tian's tone grew much stricter.
"I... will not use thunderstrike impulsively anymore."
After saying this, Ho You Tian finally smiled and nodded, "Yes, that's about right."
Just then, someone suddenly ran into the area in front of the Six Palace and came towards me and Ho You Tian in a hurry.
I recognized him at once. It was Xiao Ku!
I originally thought that Xiao Ku had some trouble, but it turned out that Xiao Ku bowed and said, "Great Elder, Little Uncle, True Master and the other elders are all in the Spirit Guardian Hall. Please go there."
It was obvious that Xiao Ku's robe was much newer, and even had a sword hanging at his waist.
I'm back. Ho You Tian has just emerged from the gate, and Xiao Ku has gained power at once.
"What's the matter? Can you tell us?" Ho You Tian asked.
"Not much..." Xiao Ku also seemed somewhat disheartened.
"Haha, it's not a problem. Let's take a look. I suppose it's because of your performance today that shocked them. It has been many years since Sihu Mountain has produced a talent like you."
"Since it has been proven that you, little brother, have nothing wrong, as long as no other incidents occur, they will treat you kindly." Ho You Tian's words were an explanation to me.
I nodded in agreement, feeling much more at ease.
Even if we take a step back, even if I faced another thousand men turning against me, with Ho You Tian by my side, what have I got to fear?
Xiao Ku led the way, and we set off towards the Spirit Guardian Hall.
Not long after, we arrived at the Spirit Guardian Hall.
I saw at a glance several red-robed figures inside the hall and the Second Elder in purple robes pacing back and forth.
Not only them, but I also saw someone kneeling beneath the statue... it was Wu Ling!
He lowered his head, looking worried, regretful!
"Oh, it's started his performance." The old Gong appeared silently on my shoulder, his voice barely audible, only I, Ho You Tian and Xiao Ku could hear it.
