CHAPTER 462: CHAPTER 424: TAKING ACTION

Elder Mei acted quickly, saying he would give Tian Lin an explanation, and within three days, he sent someone to summon Tian Lin to the Su family.

Although Tian Lin learned of the recent changes in Beiyed County from Cui’er, it wasn’t until he arrived at the county town that he fully grasped the influence those Nascent Soul cultivators and disciples from various sects had upon Beiyed County.

Beiyed County wasn’t exactly dull before; it was mostly bustling with Qi Refinement Realm cultivators like Hua Hualang setting up stalls along the streets.

But now, in the county town of Beiyed County, there were almost no mortals walking the streets—only Foundation Establishment cultivators and Golden Core cultivators.

The street stalls no longer featured ordinary items like bean curd or candied hawthorn.

A myriad of spiritual tea and magic artifacts adorned the streets.

The grain shops selling Spirit Rice had long hung up "Sold Out" signs.

"Regardless of other matters, this Cloudtop Lord Tomb has indeed greatly benefited the development of Beiyed County."

Cui’er, driving the horse carriage, said outside, "Who’s to say otherwise? The village has reached a consensus; the Su family is really making a fortune now!"

The Su family monopolizes the business of Spirit Rice, spirit meat, and other trades in Beiyed County.

Now that so many outside cultivators have come to town, the daily consumption of spirit rice and spirit meat is immense.

The Su family can be said to make money effortlessly; plus, they have the advantage of recruiting talent as numerous cultivators gather in Beiyed County.

"Mister, we’re almost there!"

As the carriage approached the Su family residence, Cui’er finished speaking and immediately shouted at the people blocking the way, "Make way; once the horse is startled, don’t blame us for not warning you!"

"Everyone’s a guest of the Su family; why should we give way to you?"

A Foundation Establishment cultivator in the queue grew impatient and coldly replied when he saw someone trying to cut in line.

"Everyone!"

Tian Lin didn’t want to cause a dispute. He stood up in the carriage and said:

"I am Tian Lin from the Wenda Sect, not intending to cut the line intentionally; it’s just that the matter of questioning Elder Qiu today requires me to confront personally. I kindly ask everyone to allow me passage, and once this matter is settled, I will extend my apologies."

Tian Lin’s reputation in Beiyed County was notable, mainly because he was a True Disciple of the Wenda Sect.

Additionally, the story of Tian Lin being sworn brothers with Cloudtop Lord was vividly circulated among the people.

Unfortunately, due to the Su family’s ’street cleaning,’ common folks couldn’t visit Tian Lin at Tian Family Manor. Otherwise, the threshold of Tian Lin’s manor would have long been worn down, leaving him no peace.

"Sir Tian, is it true or just a rumor about you being sworn brothers with Cloudtop Lord?"

"Elder Tian, what does it take to obtain Cloudtop Lord’s legacy? Please enlighten us."

"We heard you don’t intend to seek the legacy in Cloudtop Lord’s tomb; is this true?"

The crowd, who previously eagerly sought a meeting with Tian Lin but could not, now seized the opportunity to inquire upon his sudden appearance.

Regrettably, Tian Lin could not answer them, and the Nascent Soul elders of the Su family didn’t allow such chaos from the outsiders either.

"Sir Tian, our Mistress invites you!"

At this moment, a Golden Core cultivator stepped out from the Su family gates.

Tian Lin did not recognize this Golden Core cultivator, but seeing him claim to represent Wang Yanyu, it was evident he was Wang Yanyu’s newly recruited Guest Elder.

Tian Lin hurriedly cupped his hands in return, then disembarked the carriage, striding towards the Su family with Cui’er and Yu’er.

With the middle-aged cultivator outside holding back others, Tian Lin was spared from being bothered.

Soon, following the middle-aged man, Tian Lin arrived at the hall of the Su family.

In the hall, Tian Lin spotted Tan Youqi, Mei Xianfu, Elder Qiu, and many disciples from various sects whom he both recognized and did not.

Tian Lin glanced over these individuals and ultimately addressed Elder Xue, Elder Mei, and other elders sitting at the head: "Tian Lin of the Wenda Sect, here to greet the senior elders."

An elder with a scarred face overlooking Tian Lin asked, "Tian Lin, Elder Qiu from Goddess Sect accuses you of colluding with Shang Yu, how do you explain?"

"To impose a charge without evidence is easy; if I were colluding with Shang Yu, he would not have left me behind when he left Heavenly Gate, letting a junior like myself escape alone in Heavenly Gate’s world."

"Elder Qiu claims that you and Shang Yu are fellow townsmen from Yulong Continent. Is this true?"

Tian Lin nodded, and this nod caused both Cui’er and Yu’er accompanying him to change their expressions.

Kneeling in the hall, Elder Qiu felt a flicker of joy within his heart.

Yet, Tian Lin continued, "But as is widely known, Shang Yu practices the Five Killings Skill. This so-called Five Killings consists of killing one’s master, kin, lord, land, and heaven.

Shang Yu killed his own master, biological father, and dear sister, what more to say about me, a fellow townsman? Besides, Shang Yu’s path of cultivation grows stronger by killing relatives and friends. Such a calamitous lonely star, what hometown camaraderie could he possibly offer?"

This statement instantly shifted the tide in the hall.

Some unfamiliar with the Five Killings Skill frowned and asked their friends, "Is there truly such an Evil Magic in this world?"

Immediately, someone knowledgeable explained, "The Five Killings Skill is exactly a treacherous Evil Magic defying master and ancestors, hence the owner of that Immortal Sword is dubbed a traitorous demon! The Sword Immortal from Immortal Sinking Pond was sunk into the pond because of excessive heinousness."

"No wonder the sect elders showed little interest in the Immortal Sword! Turns out the sword is not some pleasant relic."

They whispered privately, affirming Shang Yu was destined to be a calamitous lonely star.

Who would dare to befriend such a calamitous lonely star?

Such a person who thrives on killing relatives and friends, how could he possibly have any connection with Tian Lin? Unless Tian Lin seeks to die.

"Elder Qiu, do you have anything to say now?"

Elder Mei finally spoke from above, asking Elder Qiu loftily.

Elder Qiu had a pale face, yet stubbornly refused to concede.

He spoke through gritted teeth, "Isn’t it clear to everyone the close relationship between Tian Lin and Elder Mei? If you choose to shelter him, naturally, I have nothing to say."

Elder Mei remained unfazed and replied, "Today’s judgment on you is decided collectively by various elders present, witnessed by disciples from all sects. You don’t get to determine fairness or otherwise."

Elder Qiu curled his lip disdainfully; he exuded this tough stance because he knew he had already deeply offended Elder Mei’s family.

Conceding now would likely be futile.

Being hardy instead, when he returns to the sect, he could pledge loyalty to elders opposing Elder Mei.

"Fine, since the evidence is irrefutable, I will enforce the sect’s rules myself."

Elder Mei said, "Elder Qiu is indulgent in life and plots against the loyal. Seeing no sincere repentance, I decide to execute him as an example."

Elder Qiu’s mouth stopped curling, and he rose astonishingly, looking at Elder Mei and said, "You’re going to execute me over a trivial matter?"

Elder Mei did not engage in idle talk with Elder Qiu and directly said, "Xianfu, proceed!"

Mei Xianfu, waiting on the side, promptly drew the Divine Lady Tree from her sleeves without unnecessary words.