"Do one's own work and take responsibility for it! Wu Zhongkan, do not put the elders in a difficult position, they are also wholeheartedly working for the Four Rules Mountains! If the third uncle wants to punish me, Wu Bing accepts it! As long as I am left with one life, Wu Bing indeed committed a crime that cannot be forgiven, but Bai's family cannot be cut off because of me." Wu Bing suddenly raised his head, his eyes slightly reddened as he looked deeply into my eyes.
My heart weighs even heavier.
"Ah, Old Gongye just guessed that you would say that. Indeed, you are quite eloquent, but don't call that other guy by name; it's inauspicious, and you're just like him, with your head green all over." The old Gong said in a strange tone, "My master has punished you; otherwise, wouldn't it seem petty-minded? He's not at all generous or considering the overall situation of the Four Rules Mountain."
"Old Gongye, Wu Bing's every word and action come from the bottom of my heart. There are no calculations or tricks in them. I will not use these petty tricks to escape my responsibilities!"
Wu Bing's eyes were red and his voice was even trembling slightly.
"Since that's the case, let's just let this matter rest, Old Gong. You're overly protective of your master. Wu Ling is wholeheartedly devoted to the sect, and we shouldn't make such assumptions. I forgive you on behalf of Xian Shen."
He Yun suddenly opened his mouth.
"Thank you, Master Brother!" The second elder was indeed delighted, suddenly clasping his fists and bowing in a salute.
Wu Bing's eyes also showed a similar joy, and I noticed that a hint of cunning flashed through his eyes.
It was completely due to the numerous interactions with Mr. Guo that I could capture such subtle changes in emotions, whereas others, even He You Tian, might not have noticed them.
Wu Ling bowed deeply in gratitude, expressing his thanks before slowly getting up. The fourth elder reached out to support him.
"Yes, let bygones be bygones regarding Wu Ling's matter. No one can make any wrongful interpretations or mention it, lest it disturb the harmony of the Four Rules Mountains. However, elders, I hope that in the future, just as you showed favoritism towards Wu Ling, you should also show favoritism towards the second disciple. Even if the second disciple does something that most people believe to be wrong, you must stand by him, regardless of whether he is vilified by everyone. You must support him even if a thousand arrows point at him. Will you agree to this?"
He You Tian's words echoed with authority, causing Old Gong's corners of the mouth to curl into a smile and his eyes to dart around.
Wu Ling's pupil slightly contracted, and a hint of confusion flashed in his eyes, but it was quickly suppressed.
Only now did I realize that the purpose of Old Gong initiating a long speech was actually here!
He You Tian was indeed clever, catching the thread of conversation that Old Gong had initiated!
"Big Brother He worries too much. The misunderstanding has been resolved, and our Four Rules Mountain is now impregnable. Moreover, Xian Shen's current strength is almost unmatched among mortals. No elder can do anything to him! Who would dare to accuse him? Furthermore, all the Fengxiang Daoists have vouched for Little Brother. How can we not do the same? Is it that we are not as capable as an outsider?" The second elder spoke with equal authority, "Whoever harms Little Brother harms the entire Four Rules Mountain! We will pursue justice wherever it may be found, under heaven or in hell. The Four Rules Mountain will certainly seek justice!"
The other elders nodded in agreement, saying, "Xian Shen will likely become the youngest immortal, with boundless prospects. He is sure to manifest his yang spirit one day. When the time comes for the Four Rules Mountain to accumulate and then erupt, we will naturally invest everything in resources and efforts to cultivate him!"
Wu Ling smiled bystander, but his smile carried a hint of unease.
Old Gong was also smiling, fixated on Wu Ling with unwavering attention.
"Every one of you has such opinions and views; as my brother, I am extremely relieved. There is also something else I need to announce at the welcoming banquet. The Four Rules Mountain will choose a suitable time to go to Jin Yang, lead the attack on the Plague Ghost, and also ask various temples to send disciples with sufficient strength, as well as immortals." He You Tian spoke again, addressing another matter of importance.
The other elders looked at each other, and the second elder's expression was extremely serious. He said, "I also thought of this earlier. Big Brother, Xian Shen mentioned that within a few days, the corpse that was stolen years ago will be returned. I think this is an excellent time. We can first invite people from various temples to come to our Four Rules Mountain, set up the array and banner, and then set off!"
All the other elders nodded in agreement.
I took a slight breath of relief. Essentially, He You Tian's arrangement was quite reasonable and well-planned.
Wu Bing feigned innocence and pretended to be pitiful in order to gain understanding. Old Gong and He You Tian, however, took advantage of the situation by securing commitments from the second elder and others, buying more time to drag out Sentence Mountain people while also resolving potential issues in Jin Yang.
As soon as we receive word from Tang Wu, once the Plague Ghost arrives in Jin Yang, we can set out and lay a trap of celestial nets!
After that, there were no other trivial matters, and everyone headed towards the Upper Clear Hall.
The night was deep, with the full moon hanging high in the sky. Inside the main hall of the Upper Clear Hall, a large round table was laid out, and there were also many tables outside. The elders were inside the hall, while the disciples sat below according to their different levels of strength.
Xiang Ke was about to go to the very bottom, but was called back by the third elder and seated at the forefront of the disciples.
The second elder repeated He You Tian's words, but only spoke about the aspects related to disciples. The disciples were all confident and eager to show their skills.
In fact, there is a small problem here.
The second elder is holding onto the position of acting as the immortal without stepping down.
From a logical point of view, my matter should no longer be considered a matter, and He You Tian should take over as the immortal, which is only appropriate.
But He You Tian did not speak up, and I did not dare to say much.
During the meal, Wu Ling seemed to be feeling uncomfortable, as if his mind was restless.
During the meal, the second elder and other elders asked in whispers if Wu Ling was not feeling well. Wu Ling basically smiled and said it was nothing.
After three rounds of wine and five flavors of dishes, Wu Ling suddenly widened his eyes and groaned deeply. A stream of crimson blood even began to seep out from the corners of his mouth.
This immediately startled the disciples, and the elders all showed their alarm.
The second elder immediately examined Wu Ling's pulse, his eyes showing great confusion: "The heart pulse is damaged, but there are no injuries on his body and he has never been in contact with the people of Rhen River!" ?
Old Gong had been eating vegetables and burying himself in drinking, not even glancing at Wu Ling.
He You Tian was unaware of the affairs of the Four Rules Town and showed no concern.
"I... I'm fine... I don't know what's wrong with me... This heart feels like it's been grabbed by a hand... I..."
Wu Ling's words were cut off. It was evident that a patch of black qi had risen on his forehead, and dark marks appeared on his cheeks as if they had been pinched by tiny hands.
The next moment, Wu Ling's eyes became glassy, and he spat out a large mouthful of blood, collapsing backward, completely fainting.
What was meant to be a festive banquet was suddenly disorganized.
I returned to the Six Palaces with He You Tian. There were several other cave dwellings here, equipped with wooden beds and rush mats for seclusion purposes, and I slept with an indescribable sense of relaxation.
Between sleeping and waking, I kept hearing Old Gong humming a tune, as if he was in a good mood.
