Deducing a conclusion from the conditions might not be accurate, but working backward from the conclusion to infer the reasons—couldn't he say whatever he wanted?
Even if the inferred conditions were insufficient, it only proved that his character was upright.
Gu Zhao gave himself a thumbs-up.
The woman's expression did indeed soften slightly, but she still showed them no kindness. "Evil deeds... demons and ghosts... Must those who commit evil deeds necessarily be demons and ghosts?"
Without waiting for Gu Zhao to respond, the woman flicked her sleeve. "If you wish to uphold justice, then go do it yourselves. Do not disturb me. I know nothing."
Xiuniang could not help saying, "Can you really bear to watch ordinary people be harmed by demons?"
The woman glanced at Xiuniang and said blandly, "Heaven and earth are heartless, and human hearts have grown corrupt. Are ordinary people only ever harmed by demons?"
"Huh?" Xiuniang did not understand.
"Life is filled with endless suffering. There are many matters that even the Imperial Court will not handle, so why should I meddle in idle affairs?" The woman flicked her sleeve again, turned, and left. "Please do as you please. My humble dwelling is not fit for guests. If you insist on staying, then do not blame me for driving you out."
As she spoke, she turned into the rear hall and vanished from sight.
The moment the woman disappeared, the yin energy throughout the residence grew even denser. Clearly, she had not been joking—she truly did not welcome them.
"Young Master?" Xiuniang looked toward Gu Zhao.
"Let's leave first." Gu Zhao nodded.
Since the woman's soul was pure, they naturally could not attack her. They left the main hall one after another and soon exited the residence.
The instant they stepped out of the