Even if it had been himself...
There was no way he would have handed over a supreme treasure so easily on the strength of a few words alone.
If the other party had taken no precautions and asked for no guarantee whatsoever, he would instead have become wary, suspecting some hidden trick.
Therefore.
Sha Minghong showed neither hesitation nor reluctance. He nodded openly, his voice deep and steady:
"This is only as it should be—reasonable and justified."
"I shall swear upon my own Dao Heart and make a Heart Demon Great Oath: for the rest of my life, I will never interfere in any affairs of this world.
"I will not become enemies with you, little friend, nor will I settle scores after the fact. How does that sound?"
The Heart Demon Great Oath bound itself to the very origin of a Mortal Cultivator's Dao Heart...
Once violated, heart demons would devour the Dao, the Dao foundation would shatter, and all cultivation would be lost. It was the harshest and most impossible-to-fake oath in the Cultivation World.
That was more than enough to prove his sincerity.
At this sight!
Cheng Buzheng's brows relaxed, and genuine gratitude appeared on his face. He gave a slight bow and said:
"Then many thanks for Senior's noble righteousness!"
Just as Sha Minghong was about to guarantee it with a Heart Demon Great Oath...
Suddenly!
A clear, steady voice tore through the void, interrupting him.
"Please wait, Senior!"
The one who spoke was Cheng Buzheng.
Before the words had even faded, he curled his five fingers slightly and deftly turned his wrist. Spirit Light flowed over his fingertips as an ancient, warm green Jade Talisman appeared out of thin air.
The surface of the Jade Talisman was engraved with densely packed, obscure runes. Dark, profound