Whenever they met, Lin Taichu deliberately acted as though he cared deeply about cultivation resources. He would even have Tang Song pass along questions about when he could receive more resources, using this to dispel their suspicions.
Tang Song would occasionally have Tang Kun bring over medicinal herbs and hidden weapons, ostensibly to win him over while secretly observing Lin Taichu's movements to ensure he had not contacted other Disciples in private.
While pretending to cooperate, Lin Taichu secretly kept an eye on Tang Song's actions. He discovered that Tang Song had been frequently visiting the Scripture Pavilion lately, staying for long periods each time. Clearly, he was trying to obtain that core medicinal ingredient.
Meanwhile, Tang Kun and the other two had also begun entering and leaving the medicinal herb storeroom frequently, collecting quite a few other herbs. They were likely preparing for the operation three days from now.
Lin Taichu did not act rashly. He merely recorded every detail and waited for a suitable opportunity to pass the information to Supreme Elder Tang Xuan.
That evening, Tang Li suddenly hurried into Lin Taichu's courtyard. Looking nervous, he said, "Senior Brother Lin, the elder has urgently summoned you. Go to the abandoned training hall in the back mountain immediately. Don't delay."
Lin Taichu's heart sank. He knew that what was coming had finally arrived. Tang Song's urgent summons at this time was certainly meant to test him, and it would not be a trivial matter.
Without revealing anything, he rose to his feet, picked up the hidden weapon pouch beside him, and said to Tang Li, "Let's go. Lead the way."
On the way, Lin Taichu deliberately asked, "Do you know why the elder wants to see me? Why the rush?"
Tang Li shook his head. "I don't know.