Do all the experts in your Prison Mountain Realm like making their entrance hanging upside down?

The reason why Old Zheng was on Qin Siyu's shoulder was naturally because of Lin Yu's instructions.

However, he wasn't entirely there to help Qin Siyu.

As Lin Yu had instructed, Old Zheng's purpose in coming this time, besides assisting Qin Siyu in moving as many things as possible out of the Ten Thousand Flowers Cave Dwelling, was also...

"If conditions permit, you can initially conceal your presence, observe how 'Qin Siyu' behaves when alone, assess and analyze this person's true personality and... potential."

Old Zheng naturally raised questions about this arrangement on the spot.

"Is this really necessary, boss? Haven't you been with her for a long time already...? Can't you see through her true colors?"

Lin Yu's answer was somewhat convincing to Old Zheng.

"Old Zheng, she's a genius when it comes to 'acting'... When I first met her, if I hadn't known Li Nian, I would have been completely fooled by her acting skills."

"So, what if her acting is actually a little better than I thought, to the point that I didn't realize she was still acting later on?"

"So... I need you to keep an eye on her for me, to see if she changes her attitude when I'm not around—and to see how she handles a crisis when she's truly alone."

After Lin Yu said that, although Old Zheng didn't think Qin Siyu had much potential, he still agreed out of respect for his boss.

And...

After getting to know Lin Yu, Old Zheng couldn't help but pay more attention to people with "good acting skills" or "acting talent".

But...

Now that he had seen Qin Siyu's entire performance, Old Zheng could confirm it...

"Not everyone with 'acting talent' is as terrifying as the boss..."

"No... rather, the boss's 'acting talent' might be because he's a really scary guy who loves to perform, which is why he appears to have a lot of acting talent."

Old Zheng had no doubt that if Lin Yu's passion was cooking, then his culinary skills might be in no way inferior to the "God of Cookery of Cookery" of the "Freedom Alliance."

If he were interested in psychology, his expertise in that field would likely surpass his own... or even the combined achievements of several Founder of the "Psychology Society".

Although his boss always felt that he was mediocre, based on Old Zheng's current observations, it was probably because the boss's standards for "genius" were too high.

From this, Old Zheng can deduce...

My boss must have met a truly exceptional genius, understood him well, and lived with him for a long time, which is why he subconsciously feels that he is mediocre.

After all...

Old Zheng knew very well that Lin Yu had a strong "observational ability"—because he loved performing, even though he had no interest in psychology, he would still carefully observe and analyze the people around him.

Therefore, he must have clearly witnessed and realized just how amazing the genius he admired was to define himself as an "ordinary person."

It wasn't hard for Old Zheng to guess who this person was.

"Boss, just what kind of monster is your sister...?"

For a fleeting moment, Old Zheng felt a mixture of relief and regret that he and the boss, whom he had never met, were not born in the same "version".

Fortunately... if I had created an organization like the "Psychology Society" in the Previous Version, it would most likely have been annihilated quickly by that person with thunderous methods, leaving no Resurrection Means or any last-ditch efforts to prolong its existence.

The regrettable thing is... if I had met that person in the Previous Version, I probably wouldn't have even had the idea of creating the "Psychology Society"—in fact, even if I had known about the existence of the "Ultimate Trial," I probably wouldn't have been so desperate and fallen into a state of insane obsession.

"But thankfully... the boss isn't too much worse off."

As Old Zheng was reflecting on his feelings, Qin Siyu's silent prayers echoed once more.

"So... why didn't you let me put this old man down first, Mr. Zheng? Is there anything strange about him?"

Upon hearing Qin Siyu's words, Old Zheng snapped out of his reverie and spoke with understanding.

"Oh... because this guy is hiding his identity—to be honest, although the boss assigned me to assist you, intending to empty this Yaomo cave and then share the spoils with you... but this old man is an unexpected bonus."

"Although this Yaomo is very senior and it's his birthday celebration, he must have collected a lot of treasures, but... all the treasures in this Cave Dwelling probably aren't as valuable as this old man."

Qin Siyu was secretly surprised. "Is that so? Just who is this old man?!"

Why don't you ask him?

Old Zheng spoke first.

Qin Siyu looked up at the old man again, her eyes now warm, but her acting was superb, and she quickly adjusted her expression, revealing a worried look. "Senior, it's not that I don't want to save you... but before I put you down, you have to introduce yourself and your identity, right?"

"What if you're a heinous Demon Lord, a heretic, and after I put you down you kill me and drain my life force with your evil magic? What then?"

As Qin Siyu spoke, the old man was stunned, then said angrily, "You youngster, how could I be a demon?! If I were a heinous Demon Lord, would I be hanging up by this Yaomo?!"

"Yaomo don't care whether you're a demon or not when they eat people. It's not uncommon for Yaomo to kill and devour each other," Qin Siyu said earnestly. "Senior, when traveling... especially in the treacherous Nine Cold Mountain, you can never be too careful."

As she spoke, the old man angrily retorted, "Who do you think I am... why would I lie to you?! Can't you see your upright character?!"

Qin Siyu wasn't annoyed. Instead, she respectfully asked, "Then please enlighten me, senior, what is your identity?"

The white-haired old man was clearly provoked and angrily said, "Let me tell you, young man, I am Wei Jian, the current 'Two Mountains and Six Hells' Greatest Artisan,' a Gongye Liu of the 'Ghostly Craftsmanship' Gongye Liu!"

Upon hearing the old man introduce himself, Qin Siyu momentarily forgot her act, her face lighting up with a look of surprise and delight, as if she had just won the lottery.

"Master Wei Jian?! Really?!"

As she spoke, two voices simultaneously rang in her ears and within her mind.

"Little girl, why would I, a master Artifact Forging, lie to you!"

"Absolutely genuine, Qin Siyu —I told you so, even the entire Cave Dwelling and treasure trove of a Great Demon wouldn't be worth as much as this old man alone!"

Qin Siyu swallowed hard and looked at Wei Jian: "Master Wei Jian... please calm down, I'll put you down right away!"

Seeing Qin Siyu's change in attitude, the white-bearded old man, though still hanging upside down, raised his head. "Where were you before? You Martial Artists these days lack enthusiasm and sincerity... When you encounter people captured by Yaomo while traveling, instead of helping each other, you're wary and testing each other... How can Human Race defeat Yaomo if it's so disunited?"

Master Wei Jian was speaking, Qin Siyu retorted, "When traveling the world, the most important thing isn't enthusiasm or sincerity, but caution and prudence..."

But halfway through the conversation, Qin Siyu suddenly realized that the person in front of him was Wei Jian, the "Two Mountains and Six Hells' Greatest Artisan"—give him a piece of scrap iron, and he could forge a sharp blade capable of harming Ten Guan Yaomo within three days.

The "Feathering Spear" used by the head of the Eight Desolations Martial Arts School and the world's number one spearman was crafted by Master Wei Jian.

Furthermore, the "Thunder Fiend Armor," the current Treasure of the Hall jewel of the Fumo Martial Arts School, which can render the attacks of Twelve-Guans Yaomo invisible, was also crafted by this master.

Even the Taichu Daoist Sect, one of the Four Great Daoist Sects, asked him to forge two magical Magical Artifacts. Later, the sect leader and elders of the Taichu Daoist Sect used those two Magical Artifacts to kill a Primordial Yaomo and Ancient Demon Lord who had awakened from the depths of the Sand Hell.

These weapons, armor, and Magical Artifacts... if they were sold, each one would be priceless!

In fact, it could be said that it's available but priceless!

There are indeed no records of transactions involving artifacts crafted by Master Wei Jian on the market. The only one Qin Siyu had heard of was a talisman sword that the Hunyuan Dao Palace obtained by exchanging five bottles of top-grade pills.

Therefore, in Qin Siyu's eyes, this Master Wei Jian was no ordinary old man, but an invaluable treasure—he was like a legendary treasure trove, and as long as you followed him, you could have a continuous stream of treasures produced.

Therefore, Qin Siyu immediately changed her tune. "Master, you are right. I have been used to deceiving and scheming in my daily life, and I have lost my original intention in practicing martial arts... After hearing your advice, I have truly seen the light and feel much more at ease."

Master Wei Jian said, "That's more like it... Young man, it's a great thing to admit your mistakes and correct them, and you're even willing to listen to advice... Oh dear!"

Master Wei Jian was speaking when he suddenly felt weightless and began to fall headfirst downwards!

The rope binding his feet was cut by a Fei Dao.

Directly below was a pot of boiling water.

My life is over!

Master Wei Jian screamed in agony, but before he could fall into the pot...

"Whoosh!"

Master Wei Jian felt a tremendous force coming from his waist, which yanked him sideways and sent him flying.

After realizing what had happened, he was already standing firmly on the ground—a chain around his waist lay on the ground, which Qin Siyu was slowly putting away.

Looking at the little girl in front of him, and recalling his screams just now, Wei Jian said angrily, "You little brat, were you deliberately toying with me?!"

Upon hearing this, Qin Siyu revealed a sincere yet slightly aggrieved expression. "No way, Master... I would never have had such thoughts!"

"I just want to get you down as quickly as possible."

Seeing Qin Siyu's sincere expression, Master Wei Jian was also taken aback.

"Alright... I misunderstood you!"