Han Xuanji observed coldly, her heart calmer than anyone else's.
He could tell that although the Saint Venerable Wangdao was aggressive, he didn't actually dare to break ties with the Holy Venerable Tianming.
A being of the Saint King level has countless karmic consequences influencing every move they make. It would be a huge joke to make a mess of things over investigating a junior like him.
But precisely because of this, the other party cannot easily back down.
If we back down today, we will lose face. The reputation of the Gu Household and the Saint Venerable Wangdao is far more valuable than that of Han Xuanji.
So he had to hold on, hold on until he reached a sufficiently respectable level.
After all, in the other party's view, entering the Nine Mysteries Saint Realm and questioning the Spirit of the Saint Realm was his "Achilles' heel".
Everyone now has their own reasons and justifications for not backing down.
"What, if you're too scared to fight, then leave."
The voice of the Holy Venerable Tianming was as gentle as a spring breeze, yet the sharpness in his words was sharper than swords.
Clearly, this Saint King who holds the Dao of Fate is no pushover.
The Saint Venerable Wangdao was silent for a moment, then said calmly:
" Tianming, you don't need to shut me up with these words."
I, Gu Household, have always acted with integrity and upright conduct. I am here to investigate a case, not for personal grudges.
The Nine Mysteries Saint Realm is a vital area of our Sacred Court. If the Holy Lord were to act out of personal favoritism, we both know what that would mean.
Since you said you'd follow the rules, then you'd better follow the rules and not go back on your word.
"Old Gu, we've known each other for so many years. Is it really worth throwing away your reputation for a junior?"
If my grand-disciple has truly broken the rules, there's no need for your Gu Household to send anyone; I will personally bind him and take him to the Arbitration Sacred Hall.
Unfazed by the pressure, the Holy Venerable Tianming tilted his head slightly towards the Dao -Saint Venerable Wangdao, and said with a half-smile:
"But if anyone tries to use this as an excuse, they shouldn't blame me for not showing any mercy."
The two exchanged barbs, each word laced with sarcasm, yet neither dared to break the final barrier between them.
The others in the hall even held their breath, afraid of becoming innocent bystanders caught in the crossfire of this battle of the gods.
If this Saint King were to take action, he might just destroy an entire province.
"Broken..."
Gu Changfeng stood beside the Saint Venerable Wangdao, his forehead beaded with sweat, and the previous arrogance on his face had largely faded.
He originally thought that after inviting the Supreme Ancestor, the matter would be a sure thing, but when the other party's ancestor took action, the situation completely slipped out of his control.
He suddenly realized that he seemed to have become a pawn pushed to the front of the game, and that he was no longer the one making the moves.
This is also a weakness of these second-generation nobles; sometimes they oversimplify things, thinking they can overcome any obstacle with their power, only to find themselves facing an impenetrable wall.
Mo Chenxiao stood half a step behind the Holy Venerable Tianming, his brows twitching almost imperceptibly.
This assertiveness from the Saint Venerable Wangdao is somewhat unusual.
His gaze slowly swept over everyone in the hall, and he had already seen through the whole game.
The Saint Venerable Wangdao stepped forward this time is not only because of Gu Changfeng, but there must be the shadow of the Saint Venerable Haoxuan behind him.
The Arbitration Sacred Hall remained silent throughout, clearly choosing to stand by and watch.
The master's appearance was because he did not want his lineage to be suppressed for no reason.
The power struggles among the four parties, in essence, are nothing more than a small spillover from the factional infighting within the Sacred Court.
After all, the first generation of Holy Lord had the Nine Mysteries Holy Lord as their leader, and now the new generation has Han Xuanji as their pillar of strength. The downside of being too popular is becoming apparent.
The matter involving Han Xuanji was merely a pretext.
But the more this is the case, the less we can back down.
Mo Chenxiao knew very well that if he conceded even a fraction of his anger today, the entire Sacred Court would feel that his faction was easy to manipulate in the future.
He had no intention of being the pushover to settle things.
Just as the stalemate was at hand, Han Xuanji suddenly spoke.
His voice wasn't loud, but it broke the suffocating silence in the hall:
"Esteemed seniors, since this matter arose because of me, perhaps I should say a few words."
All eyes in the hall turned to him.
The Holy Venerable Tianming glanced sideways, Saint Venerable Wangdao also cast his gaze upon him.
Even with his impeccable State of Mind, Han Xuanji felt some pressure under the gaze of the two top experts from the Eternal Continent.
However, he quickly composed himself, gave a slow and deliberate bow, and then continued:
"If Envoy Gu wants to enter the Nine Mysteries Saint Realm to investigate, then let him in."
I won't stop them, and neither will the Nine Mysteries Palace.
However, if the investigation proves that I have not violated any rules, then someone needs to give an explanation for what happened today.
Otherwise, anyone who wants to investigate me can investigate me, how can I continue my cultivation?
He looked up at Gu Changfeng, his gaze unusually calm, but his tone gradually turned somber:
"Is it Gu Zhilu Shi, or not?"
The hall fell silent once more.
Han Xuanji's words clearly put pressure on Gu Changfeng.
What seemed like a simple investigation suddenly became something that even the Saint Venerable was paying attention to.
Gu Changfeng clearly did not have Han Xuanji's State of Mind. Even Eternal Sage, facing such immense pressure, could not utter a word for a short time.
He had only been watching the show, but when Han Xuanji suddenly asked him this question, he was completely caught off guard and had no idea how to answer.
After comparing them, the superiority is immediately apparent.
The Holy Venerable Tianming watched this scene with a smile, remaining silent.
The Saint Venerable Wangdao's expression remained unchanged, but his demeanor clearly showed some displeasure.
These worthless descendants, a supposedly Eternal Sage, are actually inferior to a newly ascended Eternal True God!
How can his lineage be sustained under such circumstances?
In a single thought, the Saint Venerable Wangdao conceived many things.
If this is all the rising stars in the clan are capable of, then he will be extremely disappointed.
Gu Changfeng also had his difficulties. To be honest, he came full of confidence, thinking that the old ancestor's influence would be effective. However, he didn't expect that the old ancestor wouldn't listen to him at all, and now he was asked to take responsibility.
How can he take responsibility?
It wasn't his problem to begin with; he was just an investigator.
right.
He was just an investigator.
Gu Changfeng quickly spoke up:
"I was only in charge of investigating this case, why should I bear the responsibility?"
Upon hearing this, Han Xuanji suddenly chuckled and said calmly:
"According to you, you can investigate whenever you want, without any evidence or witnesses. You acted based on just a few words from others, causing two Saint Venerable to be implicated. If outsiders find out, wouldn't they laugh at our Sacred Court acting without any rules?"
This strike hit the opponent's vital point directly.
The Holy Venerable Tianming remained silent, but a faint hint of appreciation appeared in his gaze as he looked at Han Xuanji.
Ultimately, even if Han Xuanji opened the case, the other party had no evidence, yet it was being made as if the matter had already been confirmed.
If power is abused so recklessly, won't the next step be to target this Saint Venerable?
Therefore, his seemingly outrageous appearance this time is not only to protect his own people, but also to express his own attitude and maintain his own authority.
However, he was still quite satisfied with his grand-disciple's performance.
With such magnanimity alone, he could not possibly be an ordinary person.
Coupled with the aura he exudes, his foundation is definitely far beyond that of ordinary people.
Rumor has it that their combat strength is top-notch, it seems that Tianming is indeed on their side.