Longevity, starting from being a chicken raising servant Chapter 2225: 144: Core_3
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“Judging by what we have seen so far, he is a man worthy of our trust.”
Satisfaction flickered in Yin Tianzhi’s eyes before he followed up with a sharp question:
“To what extent can he be relied upon?”
Wang Ba gave the matter some serious thought before replying:
“Seventy percent.”
“Seventy percent is a significant figure, yet it remains insufficient.”
Yin Tianzhi appeared to be caught between approval and a slight sense of disappointment at the answer.
“Does the Ancestor expect ninety percent?”
Wang Ba countered the question.
Every individual harbors their own hidden agendas; thus, expecting a full hundred percent is simply a fantasy.
However, Yin Tianzhi merely shook his head and remarked:
“No, ninety percent is asking too much. Even within the ranks of the Yin Family, how many of our own could truly reach ninety percent?”
“How about eighty percent then?”
At those words, Wang Ba showed a moment of hesitation.
Yin Tianzhi chuckled and said:
“Listen to what he says, but watch what he does. We have a long road ahead of us, young friend, so there is no need to be consumed by suspicion. Just keep this in mind: as long as you choose to place your faith in the Yin Family, the Yin Family shall never turn its back on anyone.”
Wang Ba sensed the profound weight behind the Elder's words. His heart tightened for a beat before he solemnly cupped his hands in a respectful salute:
“My thanks to the Ancestor for his understanding. Taiyi shall keep this in his heart. I only hope that we do not fail one another.”
“Very good, very good!”
Yin Tianzhi nodded with genuine pleasure, seeing how quickly Wang Ba grasped the situation. He then shifted his attention toward Yin Penglai:
“Penglai, take our young friend and get started on the tasks at hand.”
Yin Penglai gave a prompt acknowledgment.
He then offered Wang Ba a smile and said:
“I shall personally look into the matter of the ambush set by the Spirit Origin Prefecture and the Illusion Sky Realm. You should focus on your Cultivation without worry; aim to break through to the Tribulation-Transcending Realm as soon as possible.”
He placed a heavy emphasis on the words ‘Crossing Tribulation.’
Wang Ba saluted once more in respect.
Without further delay, Yin Penglai led Wang Ba as they descended directly into the depths of the abyss.
Their figures faded from view as they were watched from above.
Yin Tianzhi remained standing quietly at the ‘ferry,’ lost in thought.
Behind him, the Second Ancestor could no longer restrain his curiosity and asked:
“Great Ancestor, was it truly this man who took the lives of Fan Yuxian and the Joyful Spirit Saintess?”
The question pulled Yin Tianzhi back to the present. He shook his head without any certainty, saying:
“I do not know.”
“You... do not know?”
The Second Ancestor and the other Yin Family Crossing Tribulation experts were visibly stunned by this admission.
“I was not a witness to the event, so who can say for sure... but looking at the circumstances, it is likely very close to the truth.”
Yin Tianzhi stroked his sparse white beard thoughtfully and continued:
“The Wan Family was responsible for spreading that Intel. Unless the Wan Family is weaving a complex web—using Taiyi as a lure to set up an ambush and drive a wedge between us and the Spirit Origin Prefecture and Illusion Sky Realm... But with both Fan Yuxian and the Joyful Spirit Saintess dead, those two powers will be far more suspicious of the Wan Family than a mere Unification Realm cultivator. Such a move would be suicide for the Wan Family, so the chance of them orchestrating this is slim.”
“Furthermore, Penglai mentioned that this Taiyi managed to hold his own against him using rules he comprehended independently. If he possesses some hidden trump cards, it is not impossible. Thus, he remains the most likely candidate.”
“But he is so secretive. Could he be hiding malicious intent toward us? Perhaps we should have Penglai probe him further to uncover his true goals?”
The Second Ancestor suggested.
But Yin Tianzhi shook his head again:
“There is no need. Had he readily agreed to wed my daughter, I would have doubted him. Instead, he refused. Even under pressure, he stood his ground, which convinces me of his nature. He may be tactful on the surface, but he possesses a proud spirit and true integrity. A man like that, who has no grudge against the Yin Family, would not harbor ill intentions. If his heart is clean, why not let him be?”
“Everyone keeps a few secrets. Prying too deeply only serves to alienate people. Remember, the secret to leading others is not to know every detail. As the saying goes, ‘Pure water holds no fish, and a leader who scrutinizes too much finds no followers.’”
The Second Ancestor understood and looked visibly brightened:
“This True Man Taiyi was capable of slaying Fan Yuxian and the Joyful Spirit Saintess while only at the Unification Realm. If he manages to reach the early stage of the Tribulation-Transcending Realm, would he not be unrivaled under the heavens? We would no longer need to fear the Spirit Origin Prefecture or the Illusion Sky Realm!”
“Fool!”
Yin Tianzhi couldn’t help but bark a reprimand:
“Can you not show a bit more patience?”
“Imagine when he reaches the middle or late stages of the Crossing Tribulation realm. Dealing with those two powers would be even easier then!”
“However, even the sharpest blade is a problem if there is no hand to guide it... All of you had better focus on your own Cultivation and stop being lazy. If you could reach the middle-stage of Crossing Tribulation yourselves, you wouldn't have to pin all your hopes on an outsider!”
Upon hearing this, the Second Ancestor and the others could only wear looks of frustration.
As if Cultivation were such an easy task...
...
She Mansion, Wan Family.
Boom!
The grand temporary palace was reduced to rubble in an instant, as countless figures fled in terror and screams.
The Second Young Master, Wan Haicheng, looked on in utter despair.
Several overwhelming auras gathered in the sky above, looking down with icy gazes.
“Wan Kongcheng, you were the one who leaked the news. Explain yourself! Why did Yuxian perish while pursuing a mere Unification Realm brat?”
“Our Illusion Sky Realm’s Saintess met her end because of this as well! Wan Kongcheng, show yourself!”
Two powerful voices thundered across the Wan Family’s territory.
Meanwhile, outside the Wan Family’s borders, the world remained oblivious to the chaos.
Amidst the wreckage of the Wan Family estate.
The figure of an elderly man dressed in black rose into the air.
He glanced at the fallen Wan Family disciples out of the corner of his eye. Though he struggled to suppress his fury and grief, he managed to force a polite smile and cupped his hands:
“Friends, I was merely the messenger. It was confirmed back then that the Yin Family’s servant was capable of using rules. Once I discovered this, I immediately informed the Spirit Origin Prefecture and the Illusion Sky Realm out of goodwill. Who could have known...”
“Goodwill? You simply wanted our three factions to tear each other apart so you could reap the rewards, isn't that right?”
“Wan Kongcheng, enough talk. If you don't provide a clear explanation this day, our two sects will unite to wipe this She Mansion off the map!”