Jian Wu, who had always been decisive, could not help but hesitate after hearing Peony's preliminary plan.
It was not that Jian Wu could not let go of her pride, nor that she was not ruthless enough.
Rather, she considered the matter more comprehensively.
Wang Jixuan turned off the projection, Peony's lovely figure vanished, and the place fell silent.
After a moment.
"Though this plan sounds bizarre, upon careful consideration, it faintly aligns with the workings of the Great Dao. It may be worth trying."
Jian Wu slowly said:
"There are countless living beings everywhere. Though mortals differ from cultivators like you and me, in essence, we are all members of the Human Race.
"Though equality for all is merely a joke in the Immortal Realm, many experts in this world would still take issue with us using mortals in such a manner.
"Immortal affairs should not involve mortals. That has been a rule of our Human Race since ancient times. Moreover, one purpose of cultivation is to protect all living beings and shelter weak mortals.
"So, if such a scheme came about unintentionally, it would be one thing. But to deliberately do this... is ultimately inappropriate.
"Reputation and prestige can also be quite important at times."
After pondering briefly, Daoist Wang understood Jian Wu's concerns.
It would sound bad if word of this got out.
"Disciple understands what you are worried about, Martial Aunt."
Wang Jixuan said solemnly:
"Disciple is by no means willing to resort to any means simply to take revenge on the Heavenly Dao and Brahma. I merely feel that this is not truly a serious exploitation of mortals.
"What we ask these mortals to do is only offer incense and worship each day, while we provide them with certain responses in return.
"They make wishes,