I Still Prefer the Real Thing

"If the Jiang Clan truly possesses the means to control that uncontrollable power, with the Huaxia Sect involved, it will likely not be easy for our Tai Clan to obtain it."

An elder spoke up to remind them.

Many people nodded in agreement.

Indeed, that uncontrollable power is of interest to the Tai Clan, so why wouldn't the Huaxia Sect be interested?

Regardless, the Huaxia Sect remains a significant obstacle.

Tai Jiuling shook his head and said...

"Why think so far ahead? That's all for later. Right now, we just need to know if the Jiang Clan has the means to control that Power That Cannot Be Controlled."

"Are you saying this because you have your own thoughts?"

Someone asked a question.

Tai Jiuling nodded and said.

"All we need to do is spread the word. If this Power of Time really was Jiang Clan to the Huaxia Sect by the Jiang family, having tasted its benefits, why wouldn't they continue to demand more?"

After Tai Jiuling finished speaking, many people present gave him a deep look.

They were very clear about Tai Jiuling's plans.

It's all just a ploy to target the Jiang Clan.

Now they were starting to feel a bit more curious about this Jiang Clan.

What kind of grudge exists between Tai Jiuling and this Jiang Clan that makes Tai Jiuling keep such a close eye on them?

"Since you care so much about the Jiang Clan, then it's your turn to take the lead."

A voice rang out in the lobby, and after speaking, he added a sentence.

"Do not put the Tai Clan in danger."

Tai Jiuling nodded and said.

"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing."

The Huaxia Sect.

A secluded place somewhere.

Knock knock knock

There was a knock on the door.

Immediately afterwards, a voice came from outside the door.

"Elder, something has happened within the sect that requires your decision."

As soon as he finished speaking, the door opened gently.

Inside the house, a man slowly rose and looked at the newcomer, saying...

What is it?

"It's related to the Power of Time,"

The newcomer spoke up.

"Oh? The Power of Time?"

The man narrowed his eyes slightly and asked the person who had approached him:

Has there been a leak?

The visitor paused slightly, then asked.

"Elder, what do you mean by that...?"

The man waved his hand to interrupt him and said...

"If you don't know, you simply don't know. Tell me, what else do you know about what just happened?"

The man who had come to his senses quickly spoke up.

" In the World in the Painting not long ago, one of Yang Kaizhi's subordinates reportedly displayed considerable strength within the secret realm and even obtained the Power of Time."

The man shifted slightly, then spoke after a moment's thought.

"The Power of Time? Is that just hearsay?"

"So what you're saying is that the Power of Time isn't in his hands?"

The visitor thought for a moment and then spoke.

Whether the Power of Time truly resides within him is perhaps a matter for the Supreme Elder to determine.

According to his current account, it's because he was possessed by a powerful being in the World in the Painting, and he claims that the Power of Time is likely under the control of that being.

The middle-aged man nodded slightly and said.

"Do you have any more information about that powerful being who possessed the upper body?"

The person shook their head slightly.

"I see."

The man nodded and walked outside.

"Let's go, take me to see this person."

A moment later, Li Baimei appeared in front of the two.

Looking at the young-looking middle-aged man, they learned from another person that this was the Supreme Elder of their Huaxia Sect.

Shocked, Li Baimei quickly bowed.

"Junior Li Baimei greets the Supreme Elder."

The middle-aged man looked Li Baimei up and down and asked.

What are your plans for the future?

Upon hearing this, Li Baimei was slightly taken aback.

He assumed the other person was also there to inquire about the Power of Time and the senior he had mentioned.

But to my surprise, the other party didn't even ask, but instead asked about my plans.

But such a vague question...

After thinking for a couple of moments, Li Baimei finally spoke.

"Such an important matter is not something I can handle myself. I am on a mission representing Huaxia Sect, and I dare not make decisions on my own. That is why I immediately told you everything upon my return, so as not to delay your decision and miss the opportunity."

After Li Baimei finished speaking, he looked at the Supreme Elder and waited for his reply.

In fact, that was exactly what he intended.

Ultimately, it's best to deny the actual events and just claim you did it to show off.

However, if they continue to pretend on the side of the Huaxia Sect, they will likely have to cover up countless lies, and might even risk their lives.

The Supreme Elder didn't say anything to Li Baimei, but turned to the person next to him and asked.

"From the perspective of the Huaxia Sect, what are your thoughts?"

The person being questioned was the same one who had just gone to see the Supreme Elder. After a moment's thought, he replied.

"The Power of Time is renowned, and now news has spread that Huaxia Sect such Power of Time. If this is indeed true, it could help to advance the course of events."

However, the man paused here.

The man smiled and said.

"But my Huaxia Sect didn't get it at all, right?"

The man nodded.

"Having only an empty reputation only adds to the trouble."

The middle-aged man glanced at Li Baimei and said.

"But now that it has already happened, whether our Huaxia Sect has truly obtained the Power of Time is no longer important."

"Yes."

The other person spoke softly, looking at the middle-aged man.

Li Baimei listened Jingjing from the side.

He was fully aware of this situation.

At present, people only think that the Huaxia Sect has obtained the Power of Time.

In this situation, no matter how the Huaxia Sect tries to explain, it will be useless; in the eyes of others, it will only appear as an attempt to cover up the truth.

The crux of the problem is that this matter cannot bring any substantial benefits to the Huaxia Sect, since they have not obtained the Power of Time at all.

Just as Li Baimei was thinking, the middle-aged man suddenly spoke.

"Since the world now believes that our Huaxia Sect has obtained the Power of Time, let's go along with their thinking to avoid disappointing them."

Hearing this, the other person looked at Li Baimei and said.

"Then let him keep pretending."

"Pack?"

The man shook his head and smiled.

"No need to pretend, that's so boring. I prefer the real thing."

Another hesitated for a moment before offering a reminder.

"But Elder, the truth is..."

Before he could finish speaking, the middle-aged man suddenly raised his hand.

"Click--"

Suddenly, one of the table legs broke off.

Then I saw him pull his palm in the opposite direction.

"Brush--"

The broken table leg suddenly returned to its original position.

There was no sign of breakage.

"No?!"

The man's pupils suddenly contracted, and he looked at the middle-aged man in disbelief.

"This power is..."

The man smiled calmly.

"I told you, I still prefer the truth."

"I happen to know a little about the Power of Time."

The man took a deep breath, finally turning his shock into admiration.

"It still has to be the Supreme Elder!"