The Sumeru Sect Arrives

"This humble monk... this humble monk..."

"Actually, this humble monk did not kill it."

The young monk Kongming was sweating profusely with anxiety. Though he had no idea how he had become a Gao monk who had delivered a vicious demon from this world.

As a direct disciple of Tranquil Peace Temple, he had been raised under the strict precepts of Buddhism since childhood.

How could he admit to something he had never done for no reason at all?

Besides, he vaguely felt that this was by no means a good thing.

How could he possibly agree to carry this blame?

He hurriedly explained, "Amitabha. City God, please see clearly—this demon was truly not delivered by this humble monk. This humble monk did not so much as raise a hand just now..."

But how could the Lingshui City God dare let him continue?

The foremost rule of being an official in the Heavenly Court was to preserve oneself wisely.

When faced with a matter one could not settle, all one had to do was report it upward.

As for who had killed the toad demon of Withered Horse Ravine, that could be left to the great figures sitting amid the clouds above to worry over.

If he insisted on digging to the root of the matter now and uncovering some so-called truth, he feared he would be dragged into it for nothing.

With that thought—

The Lingshui City God immediately drew a stern expression and loudly cut Kongming off.

"Master Gao, your virtue is lofty and your integrity shines bright. You bestow grace without seeking reward—you are truly a model for the likes of us! This humble official understands. This humble official understands everything!"

The City God repeatedly cupped his hands in salute, not giving Kongming another chance to speak