CHAPTER 985: CHAPTER 982: THOSE WHO BRING TROUBLE UPON THEMSELVES CANNOT LIVE

The young members of the Yun Family having such thoughts is not surprising. One reason is that Lin Tian is really too young, younger than many of them, lacking age-based authority. Another reason is that Lin Tian’s entire treatment process was conducted secretly, with only a very few core individuals knowing about it.

So, when Mo Cong said this, they began to doubt, which is only natural.

Mo Mingda, seeing the plot unexpectedly twist, felt pleased and voluntarily spoke: "I think what Mo Cong said makes sense. I remember he once advised me to remind the old master. But I thought that since Mr. Lin was brought here by Xiao Tian, Xiao Tian would not intend to harm the old master, so I never said anything."

These words were extremely sinister, on one hand defending Mo Cong, and on the other directing the blame towards Yun Xiaotian, slandering Yun Xiaotian — truly killing two birds with one stone.

After hearing these words, even some middle-aged Yun Family members slightly nodded, clearly those unaware of the truth were quickly being persuaded by Mo Mingda.

"You’re talking nonsense, Brother Lin’s medical skills are much better than that so-called Imperial Physician descendant you brought," Yun Xiaotian unhappily argued in defense of Lin Tian.

"Haha, anyway, it was you who brought him here, whatever you say, that’s how it is," Mo Mingda sneered, thinking to himself, now that the waters have been muddied, the muddier the better, hopefully covering up the herb theft, leaving it unresolved.

Some people not knowing the truth began to whisper, naturally discussing Lin Tian.

Jiang Xiu Ying shook her head, unable to bear watching any longer, stood up. She held high prestige in the Yun Family, on par with Mr. Yun. Seeing her stand, everyone in the Yun Family dared not neglect and quickly closed their mouths.

"Ignorance is not an excuse for casually gossiping about others; it only makes you seem more ignorant. I can tell you that Lin Tian is a true pharmacist, his level surpassing that of the Ghost Valley Inheritor," Jiang Xiu Ying resolutely stated.

She did not exaggerate. Both the Ghost Valley Inheritor and Lin Tian are primary-level pharmacists, but Jiang Xiu Ying knows very well that whether in terms of refining speed, extraction purity, or even the grade of elixirs, Lin Tian surpasses the Ghost Valley Inheritor by more than a notch.

"Wow..." The people of the Yun Family exclaimed in surprise; a level higher than the Ghost Valley Inheritor, what does that mean?

The Ghost Valley Inheritor had pulled Yun Hongxi back from the brink of death, a story that has been circulated in the Yun Family for a long time. In the eyes of all Yun Family members, the Ghost Valley Inheritor is akin to a Divine Doctor. Higher than the Ghost Valley Inheritor, wouldn’t that be even more of a Divine Doctor?

If this had been said by anyone else, they wouldn’t believe it, but these words came from Jiang Xiu Ying.

Jiang Xiu Ying is the only one capable of exchanging medical skills with the Ghost Valley Inheritor, also a respected authority in the medical field, whether in terms of medical expertise or ethics, she is of a master level, so words coming from such a person are unquestionably true, more convincing than any certificate!

When they looked at Lin Tian again, their gazes had clearly changed, ranging from surprise, disbelief, admiration, to curiosity, and so on. Someone so young yet so outstanding, of course they admired him and were curious.

Mo Mingda and Mo Cong’s faces became unsightly, their attempts to slander not only failed but further solidified Lin Tian’s status, allowing him to seize the spotlight.

"Alright, now that you all know Lin Tian’s abilities, you should understand even more how important the elixirs he refined are. Mo Cong actually stole the elixirs, an unforgivable crime, and must be dealt with according to family law," the Second Young Master Yun brought the topic back to the issue of herb theft, letting Mo Mingda’s plan to muddy the waters fall through.

Now, it’s as good as confirmed that Mo Cong will be dealt with by family law, and Mo Mingda had no choice but to remain silent, the matter had gone beyond his control, and he could only abandon the pawn to save the king.

Though Mo Cong was determined to take the fall for Mo Mingda, when it came to family law punishment, he was still scared enough to shiver.

"Second Young Master, I know my wrongs, please mete out a light punishment, I will atone for my sins with meritorious service in the future..." Mo Cong pleaded pitifully, hoping to avoid harsh family law punishment.

As he pleaded, he knelt down and kowtowed, his forehead banging loudly on the floor, almost crying with a runny nose.

Seeing Mo Cong’s shameless kowtowing, Lin Tian showed a sly smile at the corner of his mouth, reached into his pocket to take out a banknote, rolled it into a ball, then flicked it with his finger, accurately hitting Mo Cong’s elbow.

Mo Cong’s arm reflexively swung at the moment he tried to rise, striking heavily on a nearby basin. With a clank, the basin flipped over, spilling all the hot water inside over him and Mo Mingda, drenching them both.

"Mo Cong, what are you doing!" Mo Mingda shouted angrily, his mood already bad, now even worse after being drenched.

He patted the water stains on his body in vexation, but the more he patted, the more vexed he felt. As he patted, he froze. When he looked up, everyone in the hall was also frozen, their gazes collectively focusing on his palm.

Because he and everyone in the hall saw the pinkish hue on his palm, identical to that on Mo Cong’s hand.

"Mo Mingda!" A low roar suddenly erupted in the hall, like the prelude to a volcanic eruption, they all recognized it — the furious voice of the Second Young Master Yun.

The younger members of the Yun Family shrank themselves, frightened by the Second Young Master Yun, as they had not seen him so angry in a long time. In the past, he would at most rant and rave, but this roar seemed to suppress so much anger.

They all knew that if it weren’t for the old master being present, the Second Young Master Yun might have started smashing things, actually picking up chairs to smash people, and he wouldn’t have held back.

All this was infuriatingly caused by Mo Mingda, because now the truth was out, seeing the pink on Mo Mingda’s hand, anyone not a fool could see he orchestrated the herb theft, yet he feigned innocence all along.

They had previously wondered how a mere servant like Mo Cong had the audacity to steal the elixirs used for the old master’s treatment — now everything was crystal clear. It was arranged by Mo Mingda.

"It’s not me, it’s not me..." Mo Mingda’s face turned pale, saying this while he vigorously rubbed the color on his palm.

But his actions were futile; no matter how hard he tried, the pink wouldn’t fade. Lin Tian had mentioned before; no method could remove this color except letting it naturally fade.

Of course, there is a way — skinning it off would work, but Mo Mingda lacked the courage, and besides, everyone had seen it, so removing it wouldn’t help.

"Where is the elixir hidden?" the Second Young Master Yun shouted again.

"In the safe in my study," Mo Mingda reflexively answered, this fright had left him helpless. When the Second Young Master Yun questioned him, he answered truthfully, and by the time he realized it, it was too late. Mo Mingda collapsed to the ground, unable to stand.

"Someone, go to the Yunxuan Residence study and bring the elixirs back," the Second Young Master Yun shouted to the guards outside.