Overthrow the Great Tang and plunge the world into chaos.
The words struck like thunder out of a clear sky, making every heart in the room shudder. No one had imagined that the Green-Robed Wanderer would be so recklessly bold as to openly display the mysterious object long whispered about in the Rivers and Lakes. The more cautious among them grew uneasy, like birds startled by a bowstring, and kept glancing toward the door, afraid some government spy might overhear and bring utter ruin upon them.
Yin Shu, head of the Dragon Gate Society, broke the silence first. Unable to restrain himself, he asked, "You carry that thing openly. Aren't you afraid the authorities will confiscate your property and slaughter your entire household?"
Wei Xun said expressionlessly, "You all have parents, wives, children, relatives, and friends. Even those who have entered the monastic life have their temples and disciples to rely on. But every disciple of the Setting Sun Courtyard has none of their nine clans left. Our master's school is cold and heartless. We have no attachments, no vulnerable spots, and naturally, nothing to fear. If any of you wish to turn around and report me for a reward, please feel free."
At the words "none of their nine clans left" and "nothing to fear," another chill passed through the gathering. Most renowned heroes had families and livelihoods, and naturally had much to consider when acting in the Rivers and Lakes. Those madmen of the Setting Sun Courtyard had no ties or attachments, which allowed them to act without restraint. Precisely for that reason, few in the Rivers and Lakes willingly provoked them.
Wei Xun continued, "With this object in your hands, it would be no difficult matter to dominate the Rivers and Lakes, summon wind and rain, and