Chapter 1424: Chapter 1425: Leeks
As soon as these words were spoken, the scene fell eerily silent.
The old man’s words were directly aimed at the Baihe Family, seemingly confirming that those kidnapped cultivators were indeed inside the Baihe Family’s residence.
“Old sir, you shouldn’t speak recklessly. The Baihe Family has no reason to kidnap the many disciples and cultivators within the city!”
“Could it be that the esteemed elder is insinuating there aren’t any mysterious foreign cultivators outside the city, and it’s all a play orchestrated by the Baihe Family?”
Bai Hua’s expression suddenly darkened, a trace of displeasure in his eyes.
As a cultivator of the Cangtian White Crane Sect and also from the Baihe Family, he naturally couldn’t tolerate such rumors.
“Hehehe, those weren’t my words; they were yours. However, I must say, young one, you do see things clearly. No wonder you can hold the main seat, very impressive!”
Li Xiaobai cackled strangely, saying no more. He just played the role of a prophet foreseeing events, waiting for the Baihe Family’s scandals to be exposed, which would further solidify his position as an elder of the Heavenly God Academy.
Cultivators couldn’t gauge the old man’s true background. If he was truly from the Heavenly God Academy, it meant they had set their sights on the Baihe Family. They needed to align themselves early and dissociate from the Baihe Family. However, if he was merely a rambling old man, they’d be at a loss.
“You…”
Bai Hua turned pale with anger but dared not act rashly. Without knowing the true identity of the person before him, he wouldn’t act recklessly. He’d have to have the sect investigate this old man’s background.
“Cultivators in Cangtian City are known for respecting elders and caring for the young. Your previous behavior was quite embarrassing. While losing face is your business, don’t tarnish Cangtian City’s reputation.”
Fu Tao spoke arrogantly, loftily contemptuous. To be honest, she didn’t care if the old man was from the Heavenly God Academy. As long as she could cling to this potential ally, her family would revolve around her words, and her old enemies would no longer dare to oppose her.
“Little sister, there’s no such thing as a free lunch in this world, and there’s certainly no pie falling from the sky. While this old gentleman is indeed quite extraordinary, tying him to the Heavenly God Academy is too hasty. Remember, academy emissaries have never revealed themselves in past years.”
The Eldest Young Master of the Fu Family spoke slowly.
In previous years, envoys of the Heavenly God Academy concealed themselves, never revealing a trace even in close proximity. But today, this old man’s behavior was far too conspicuous. The Heavenly God Academy wouldn’t engage in such a risky act.
But, thinking from another perspective, the Heavenly God Academy has always been known for its unconventional approach, and no one can truly understand the minds of its cultivators. What if this time they were going against the norm, playing shadow games under the lamp? How should they respond?
The Third Miss Fu wasn’t a fool. Her willingness to follow this old man demonstrated that there was something special about him.
“Who mentioned the Heavenly God Academy?”
“I never said that. It’s all your wild guesses. I’m just a good samaritan helping where needed. We are all cultured people; let’s not view things with a narrow mind!”
Fu Tao staunchly denied.
“Yes, yes, what is the Heavenly God Academy? The more we discuss, the more confused it gets?”
“I’m just here for a brief rest. I don’t understand what you all are discussing.”
Li Xiaobai nodded in agreement. Yet, the more he denied, the more cultivators in the scene suspected he was an elder of the Heavenly God Academy.
How could anyone not have heard of the Heavenly God Academy’s reputation?
Even those unaware of the higher-ups coming to Cangtian City to select cultivator disciples would have heard of the name. The old man’s exaggerated demeanor suggested he was setting them up and putting on airs!
“Esteemed elder, this matter pertains to the face and reputation of the Baihe Clan. I was rash in my words out of youthful anger. I hope you can forgive me.”
Bai Hua was capable of letting things go, immediately bowing to Li Xiaobai and apologizing.
At this time, when the Heavenly God Academy is secretly evaluating them, whether the person in front of him was an academy elder or not, Bai Hua knew he had to play the part. No one could guarantee that no one was watching their every move. Since he couldn’t exhibit his excellence specifically, he’d do his best in everything, demonstrating the highest degree of good moral conduct, hoping to earn recognition!
“There are strange things happening in the city; it’s crucial to thoroughly investigate. Fellow cultivators, why don’t we discuss the findings from outside the city?”
“I’ve heard that the cultivators of the Baihe Sect gained a lot this time. It’s said that black flame possessed the ability to devour all spiritual energy of heaven and earth, even able to absorb entire cultivators’ cultivation levels as nourishment for itself. Is this true?”
A cold female voice sounded, as Nangong Menglu, who had been silent all along, finally spoke.
As a disciple of the Heavenly God Academy, her words carried significant weight. The moment she voiced her question, the scene fell silent once more. This was also the topic most cultivators were concerned about.
Outside Cangtian City, there was an inexplicable black flame apparition, which reportedly transformed into a palace. Anyone who saw it would know it indicated the emergence of an inheritance. But when numerous cultivators rushed over, the Flame Palace had weirdly disappeared.
Moreover, all cultivators who had entered the Flame Palace reported astonishingly similar accounts that there was no ancient inheritance at all, only the bizarre black flame, which was quickly divided among them.
But even so, the flame’s properties made it a rare formidable weapon. However, it’s unknown into whose hands it ultimately fell.
“Not at all, when my Baihe Sect arrived, there was already no one left. Apart from a few elders who were nearby and luckily acquired a spark, the other brothers all came up empty-handed.”
Bai Hua shook his head and sighed. His verbal skills were well-honed, clearly not the first time he’d been asked this question.
“But what Nangong Immortal said about the flame’s properties is correct. It can indeed absorb everything as nourishment to strengthen itself over time. It’s quite a promising growing treasure, but it consumes a lot. Even in its weak state, it requires a hefty amount of Rare Earth as fuel. It’s hard to imagine what materials it will demand in the years to come.”
Bai Hua smiled faintly as he spoke, quietly dropping a hint. It was a reminder to the cultivators – the Baihe Sect possessed this formidable weapon, so anyone harboring ulterior motives should think twice.
“Such wonder, indeed. Having such Divine Fire for protection must certainly be an incredible fortuitous opportunity for legacy.”
Nangong Menglu hinted with her words, clearly doubting the claim that there was no legacy. Other cultivators also nodded frequently, contemplation in their eyes. A Divine Fire of this sort appears, and yet they claim no legacy appeared? Treating them like children!
Li Xiaobai watched the crowd’s probing with great interest. The young ones from the Immortal Gods Realm truly were different, their words pushing boundaries. Unfortunately, they were wrong from the start. It was merely a trap he’d set casually, and no one suspected that the fire was man-made, which played right into the hands of the one who orchestrated it all.
The flame being in the hands of the powerful was ideal. The more robust the crops, the more satisfying the harvest!