Apprehending White Lotus Sect Daoist Child, Second Master's Appreciation

Chapter 36: Apprehending White Lotus Sect Daoist Child, Second Master's Appreciation

"Second Master's skills are truly something to be envied by this junior," Lin Mo said cheerfully, playing the part of an admirer. He continued, "With this, I presume Second Master can claim the primary merit for this matter and secure your freedom soon."

Capturing the individuals was far simpler than he had imagined, yet Li Erlang stroked his beard and shook his head dismissively.

"These are just a few small fish. Even if I hadn't caught them, the Prefecture City Inspector would have likely figured it out in a few days. The real target is the big fish behind them, the White Lotus Sect."

Although Li Erlang said this, the small fish still held some significance, and he treated them with due respect.

He stepped forward, producing a Ghost Cry Cudgel that looked like paper effigy from behind him. With a mere flick of the cudgel against the individuals, their meridians were severed.

Not only was their Blood Essence cultivation crippled, but Li Erlang also broke their limbs to prevent them from committing suicide by taking medicine. Only then did he relax and sit down in the underground chamber.

However, from Lin Mo's perspective, all three appeared to be individuals of high status, especially Zhao Fugui and Zhou Qiankun. They didn't seem like the type to commit suicide by poison as a fanatic would.

If the White Lotus Sect could cultivate fanatics with such capabilities, it would be truly terrifying.

"We shall wait here for the Li Family to arrive," Li Erlang said, his internal energy dispersing the dust and debris from the chair as he settled in. He then gestured warmly, "Kid, come sit down too, let Second Master have a good look."

Have a good look?

Lin Mo was a little suspicious but still walked over to his side.

Under this Half-step Martial Master, he had neither the means nor the ability to play any tricks.

Li Erlang observed Lin Mo sitting beside him with composure, neither servile nor overbearing, which he found quite rare. However, these were just minor points...

He explained, "I noticed a bit about your bone structure while we were traveling. I suspect you have the [Bee Waist Ape Back] physique?"

Hearing this, Lin Mo wasn't surprised. His Destiny had been upgraded, and his bone structure altered, which was already outwardly apparent.

For an unparalleled master like this, it was normal for him to notice.

However, he used to have ordinary bone structure. There were usually only two ways to alter bone structure.

One was to defy heaven and change fate, seizing the creation of heaven and earth, and consuming spiritual treasures of heaven and earth. This was contending with the Great Dao.

The second was extremely far from him, and not something that ordinary, decades-old precious medicines could achieve.

Under such circumstances, only the second option remained.

The second type, referred to as "humble families in noble clans," here, "humble" didn't refer to Lin Mo or the impoverished villagers in Big Fishing Village.

In this context, they couldn't even be considered humble.

Humble family was a concept related to lineage. With the influence of bloodline, one could practice martial arts in a general direction later on and have the opportunity to alter their bone structure.

As for those like Chen Qing, they were born with it; Lin Mo couldn't envy them.

"This junior is dull-witted and ignorant, not overly knowledgeable about these matters..."

Lin Mo cupped his hands, vaguely brushing it off. Li Erlang, however, pressed on, "Is your bone structure innate?"

"My master only said my bone structure was ordinary."

Ordinary bone structure?

Li Erlang's eyes lit up, and a hint of interest appeared. He tapped the table and tentatively asked, "Family?"

"I'm not sure about that. I only know I grew up in Big Fishing Village since childhood..."

"So that's how it is. Perhaps you truly are from a humble family. Maybe the bloodline is too distant, but it's still glorious to have produced a talent like you!"

Li Erlang praised him, and it wasn't an empty compliment but genuine admiration for talent.

To fight against a Second Level cultivator with only First Stage Perfected was not the work of an ordinary genius.

He was someone who could rank within the Prefecture City.

Just his ability to fight against a Second Level Minor Accomplishment, crossing two minor realms, might even catch the eye of some mid-tier families in the Prefecture City.

Keep in mind that even the smallest forces in the Prefecture City had a Martial Master backing them, unlike the self-important families in Changhe County.

"May Second Master examine your bones?"

Li Erlang extended his hand. Although he asked, Lin Mo figured he had no right to refuse.

His rough hands moved over Lin Mo's shoulder blades and spine, grasping and probing. Clearly, Second Master was more skilled in bone-reading and acupoint knowledge than Master Yang.

Not only did Lin Mo not feel any pain from the pressure, but he could also feel certain areas of accumulated and blocked Blood Essence in his limbs and bones suddenly clearing, leaving him feeling refreshed and invigorated.

After probing for a while, Li Erlang finally confirmed his guess, his eyes gleaming.

"As I suspected, it's the acquired [Bee Waist Ape Back] physique. Looking at these potential bone structures, your family ancestors must not be ordinary. Their bone structure potential hasn't been exhausted yet."

Li Erlang let out a long breath. After careful consideration, he finally said, "Are you willing to inherit my sole legacy? Rest assured, my legacy is no less than Yang Yun's. In his youth, he was always a step behind me!"

Take him as a disciple?

Frankly, Lin Mo was very tempted. Although Li Erlang didn't know the details, Lin Mo did.

He was merely a registered disciple, with only a few disciples as encouragement.

In the few months since he joined, he had only learned the White Ape Eight Section Fist. Even the incomplete scroll of the 'Great Jade Ape Breathing Technique' was something he had snatched with all his might.

If he had a proper master-disciple relationship, his path would become smoother and smoother...

But he was still under Yang Yun's tutelage. Betraying one's master was a grave offense.

"Lin Mo is terrified, but Lin Mo is, after all, under Master Yang's tutelage. Moreover, Master Yang took me in when I had nowhere else to go..."

Took him in?

Li Erlang, being the astute person he was, understood Lin Mo's current predicament just by scrutinizing his words. He immediately decided, "I am on good terms with your master; we've known each other for thirty to forty years. Rest assured, once this matter is resolved, I will definitely visit him to inquire about it."

While the two were chatting, the Li Family Chief Patrolman finally arrived in a hurry with his men. Li Erlang saw him and immediately started scolding.

"Li Zhiming, you brat, you called me out? If Lin Mo hadn't been clever, I would have been detained by the Prefecture City the very next day after stepping out of this courtyard. My remaining years would have been forfeit..."

Li Zhiming, covered in blood, his usually resolute face showing a hint of panic for the first time, explained, "Second Master, don't worry. I have merit for clearing out the Water Ghosts this time, and I'm sure I can secure your freedom."

As he spoke, his gaze intensely swept over the few people whose meridians had been severed. His eyes passed over Zhao Fugui and Zhou Qiankun, finally settling slowly on the Daoist Child.

His pupils suddenly contracted. "So they are from the White Lotus Sect. Second Master, this time it's definitely settled!"

"I know, I know. Practicing martial arts has made your brain slow..." Li Erlang waved his hand dismissively, urging them to quickly capture the culprits and send them to the wine cellar dungeon in the Li Family's backyard. He added, "That old man Zhao and the Zhou family from the Qianjin Escort Agency were mixed in with the group. Send some sharp people to inform them."

"Yes, Second Master!"

Li Erlang stood up, pointed at Lin Mo, and fulfilled his promise of sharing the credit. "This great merit includes a share for this young man, Lin Mo. I admire him greatly!"