Innate Holy Spirit

At this moment, Martial Judge, having recovered from the shock, looked at Yin Yunze with much gentler eyes and said, "Qingnü truly lives up to her reputation as Innate Holy Spirit; she is indeed capable of being a god. Therefore, since I am a few years older than you, from now on, you can call me Uncle Li!"

Yin Yunze, naturally not one to refuse Judge Li's attempt to build a closer relationship, quickly bowed his head and said, "Qingnü greets Uncle Li!"

"Very well!" Judge Li nodded, seeing that Yin Yunze was so sensible.

Yin Yunze's eyes flickered, and he asked softly, "By the way, Uncle Li, Qingnü is puzzled. What do you mean by the Innate Holy Spirit you mentioned?"

"The term 'Innate Holy Spirit' refers to a special kind of being who is born without parents but is inherently holy."

Hearing Yin Yunze's question, Judge Li patiently explained, "Of course, although they are born holy, their strength varies. Take you, Qingnü, for example. Although you are Innate Holy Spirit, you are one of the weaker ones. I doubt even I could defeat you."

"Oh, I see. Thank you for the reminder, Uncle Li."

Although the first sentence sounded like an insult directed at orphans, Yin Yunze understood what Judge Li meant.

The so-called "Innate Holy Spirit" refers to those who are born abnormally through non-natural reproduction.

Broadly speaking, those Primordial Deity born at the beginning of creation also belong to the category of Innate Holy Spirit.

And Sun Wukong, this Intelligent Stone Monkey, is also a kind of Innate Holy Spirit.

Therefore, Yin Yunze's body, which was transformed from the Sentient Beings' Power of Faith, can also be said to be Innate Holy Spirit.

However, if we really want to compare, Yin Yunze can only be considered an Acquired Holy Spirit, not even a hair on the head of those Primordial Deity born of heaven and earth.

To be precise, "Innate Holy Spirit" is simply a term used to describe those born under this special birth mechanism.

It sounds nice, and it sounds impressive to say. But if you really think you're something special, you might get crushed.

If I tell everyone, it might disappear someday.

After all, Innate Holy Spirit sounds like a high-level material for crafting weapons and alchemy. Even riding it would make its owner look very prestigious.

It seems that in the eyes of Judge Li and others, the Innate Holy Spirit and the beast-like demon Demon Race are completely different.

As long as one maintains human form, one is a more special being than ordinary people. But if one maintains beast form, as he said before, one would give up being a decent human and become an uncivilized beast.

After all, I've never heard of using a person as a mount. But with Nine-Tailed Fox, it's a different story.

When Judge Li deliberately mentioned the difference in strength at the end, it wasn't to emphasize that he was stronger than Yin Yunze. Rather, it was to remind Yin Yunze that although she was Innate Holy Spirit, her strength wasn't that great.

Some things, a smart person understands immediately. But if you explain them to a fool in detail, they might still get stuck on the point and resent you for saying something unpleasant.

I've only received a small favor from Yin Yunze. If you understand, I'll offer a few more pointers. If you don't understand, then that's it.

If Yin Yunze had misspoke even once, Judge Li would have immediately demonstrated what it means to be extremely cautious about speaking too intimately with someone you don't know well.

Even if someone has good qualities, if their emotional intelligence is too low, associating with them will only cause trouble for themselves.

Seeing that Yin Yunze understood his meaning, Judge Li nodded and said with a smile, "Since we are all family members, we are not outsiders. I will also tell you the truth first."

The City God summoned you this time mainly because he thinks you're an unruly and disrespectful deity! You dared to establish a temple and bestow official status without informing the City God! This behavior has tarnished the City God's reputation, so he needs to summon you to give you a good talking-to."

"Ah, this?"

Yin Yunze hadn't expected it to be for this reason.

I never imagined that simply doing my job properly could become a reason to be criticized.

What the hell is this?! Is this some kind of shady business association trying to curry favor with powerful figures?!

No, even when Incense God, shouldn't one consider whether they have influence or a powerful background?

He inwardly scoffed, but outwardly Yin Yunze a wronged expression, saying, "Qingnü truly doesn't know—"

"Of course I believe you don't know, after all, you are Innate Holy Spirit."

Upon hearing this, Judge Li waved his hand and said, "You, who proclaim yourself a born Innate Holy Spirit, how could you possibly have the opportunity to pay respects to the City God beforehand! For others, this matter might be a big or small issue, but for you, it's nothing at all—"

"After all, our City God isn't an unreasonable deity—plus, he's a man who knows how to cherish women. Knowing your special circumstances, and with your naturally handsome appearance—"

"Take your uncle's advice. Just admit your mistake and don't be stubborn! Just agree with whatever the City God says. You'll get a few scoldings, but it'll be over. He won't make things too difficult for you."

"Yes, don't worry, it'll be fine!"

"Then, your brothers will put in a good word for you."

"It's just a matter of going through the motions."

"Don't worry, you'll be back soon."

At this moment, the Black and White Impermanence, Ox-Head and Horse-Face, who had come to their senses, also began to chime in.

Hearing these elderly men say this, Yin Yunze finally breathed a sigh of relief.

As expected, having connections in the government makes things much easier. With this backing, Yin Yunze was no longer as at a loss as he had been at the beginning.

However, glancing at the decrees nailed to the ground sealing his temple, Yin Yunze feigned weakness and said, "Uncle Li, now that we know it's a misunderstanding, could you please take these decrees back?"

"Qingnü, it's not that your uncle is deliberately making things difficult for you. These three decrees are: the first is to summon, the second is to command, Three Decrees is to detain."

Upon hearing this, Judge Li showed a hint of difficulty. "If you had been released with the first decree, then I could have freed you. But you were brought here by this Three Decrees —you'll have to go before the City God to beg for a pardon before I can release you."

"---- Qingnü understands now. It's all Qingnü's fault for being ignorant and rude!"

He had only gone with the intention of giving it a try, so Yin Yunze wasn't surprised to be rejected.

Yin Yunze believed Judge Li's explanation.

Since Yin Yunze was already willing to go with him and called him uncle, there was no need to hold Yin Yunze back like this in a place like this.

In the real world, Yin Yunze has also encountered situations where superiors deliberately withhold full authority from their subordinates.

Sometimes, you have to deliberately trip someone up at a crucial point so that people know who the king and queen are.

Seeing that Yin Yunze wasn't in high spirits, Judge Li jokingly changed the subject. "However, Qingnü, you're quite capable. In all these hundreds of years, your uncle has only used the Three Decrees four times, and you're the fifth!"

If it were an unofficial wild god, the first decree would be issued. Even ordinary village gods who had been officially appointed couldn't issue the second decree. I was wondering at the time, where did this minor god come from who couldn't even issue two decrees? Turns out it's you, an Innate Holy Spirit!

Hearing Judge Li's praise, even though he knew the other party had deliberately exaggerated, Yin Yunze felt much better.

I originally thought that being forced to return to the temple by these Three Decrees was already extremely humiliating.

Unexpectedly, this was already considered a king-level performance.

Although he is the king among the village gods----

However, Yin Yunze didn't show it. Instead, he lowered his head and apologized softly, "It's all because Qingnü was ignorant and wasted Uncle Li's energy."

"Good, very good! Now we've finally witnessed the Innate Holy Spirit! She truly understands things instantly! When facing the City God, you must act like this! Admit your mistakes more often, and the City God won't be able to bully you too much, little girl!"

Judge Li naturally didn't know that Yin Yunze was the soul of a modern adult, and simply assumed that these reactions were gifts from Innate Holy Spirit.

After offering a compliment, Judge Li returned to the main topic. "Alright. I've given you the details; just be careful."

Don't show any fear when you're in front of the City God. Alright, everyone, it's time to set off. Don't keep the City God waiting."

"Yes, thank you all for your help!"

Faced with this, Yin Yunze could only obediently lower his head and agree, pretending to be well-behaved and compliant.

After this experience, Yin Yunze understood that her current advantage was her so-called Innate Holy Spirit status and her beautiful appearance.

"Little girl, bear with it."

Upon hearing Yin Yunze's words, the movements of the Black and White Impermanence and the Ox-Head and Ox-Head and Horse-Face became much gentler.

Following White Impermanence's reminder, Yin Yunze saw chains appear on the bodies of Black and White Impermanence, Ox-Head and Horse-Face.

Startled, Yin Yunze forced himself to remain still and stood obediently in place.

Fortunately, the Incense of Faith were not in vain, and this obedient act was not for nothing either.

These chains were only lightly placed on Yin Yunze's hands and feet, wrapped around him briefly as a formality, and did not actually restrain him.

The next moment, the group led by Judge Li set off.

At the same time, Yin Yunze also felt a pull from the chains. Involuntarily, Yin Yunze followed the group, moving slowly but actually quickly, covering dozens of meters in a single step, and left the place.

Although being dragged around made Yin Yunze feel a little awkward, to be honest, it wasn't uncomfortable at all.

It was as if several elders were gently leading Yin Yunze.

Of course, Yin Yunze also knew that this was because she was being very polite.

If we had tried to save on incense offerings earlier, or if we had forgotten about these people, we might be in for some special treatment now.

Putting everything else aside, if these four old men dragged me by my limbs like a dead dog all the way to the City God, I'd lose all face.