Cultivation : I'm an Ancient Giant Bear-Chapter 461 - 434: When the Dust Settles
Frost Monarch at this moment said in a low voice, "Stop talking about Wang Zhige, Elder Hui, what about your Level 27 Divine Calculation, can you deduce something, perhaps find a clue?"
"I cannot, I just performed a deduction a year ago; the next one would need at least nine years later."
"Wait a minute, a year ago, you did not deduce that Qin Yu would die?"
"I deduced in a different direction, Level 27 Divine Calculation isn’t omniscient; it can only deduce in a predetermined direction, unless Qin Yu would appear in this event thread in the future, otherwise, why would I, at such a great cost, just determine her life or death?" Elder Hui said, feeling frustrated.
Upon hearing this, both Frost Monarch and Black Emperor stopped querying further. In nine years, nothing could possibly be deduced with the Level 27 Divine Calculation by then.
"I propose that we finalize the preliminary investigation report as it is, what do you all think?"
At this point, Black Emperor grinned, looking at Elder Hui and Frost Monarch like a mediator, he was the most aggrieved this time.
He had already lost in the competition for the position of Second-Grade Elder, was eliminated. In theory, he had the motive to intercept and kill Qin Yu, creating discord.
But the problem is, he truly didn’t do it; he had already questioned every disciple’s whereabouts just now, they all claimed to be bewildered, and being totally sincere.
So in this matter, if higher-ups believe the three of them were backstabbing each other, engaging in intra-faction conflict without regard, he truly felt wronged.
Quickly consolidating the preliminary intel to prove the three of them were still united, proving their mutual help and love, standing clear-headed when facing major issues, maintaining a correct attitude, was more important than the case result.
"Alright, let’s finalize it this way!"
"Indeed, facts are present, we admit our mistakes, but the most important thing is our ability to correct them upon realizing."
"As for the murderer, we’ll leave it to the headquarters to pursue and will support their decision unconditionally."
With a few words, the matter’s nature was decided.
Elder Hui, Frost Monarch, and Black Emperor were very clear that if at this moment they truly cooperated, assuming that Black Emperor didn’t commit the murder, it wouldn’t likely be Frost Monarch either, then it would be easy to survive this ordeal with the combined strength and forces backing the three camps, though the position of Second-Grade Elder was forfeit.
That would mean waiting another millennium.
But they would investigate secretly, finding out who truly benefited the most!
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At this moment,
Within the Hidden Origin Bell, Wang Wu was still detained, his six senses severed, yet he remained quite calm.
Because this assassination attempt, although impulsive, was perfectly planned, especially the alteration and dismantling of that array outside the giant city, truly embodying the centuries of wisdom and experience of Xu Taiping.
It was unparalleled, simply marvelous!
This level of altered deployment would only lead one to believe this wasn’t spur-of-the-moment but premeditated, a targeted assassination operation.
From this alone, it largely exculpated him from suspicion. 𝑓𝘳𝘦𝑒𝑤𝑒𝘣𝘯ℴ𝘷𝘦𝓁.𝑐𝑜𝑚
Besides that, throughout the process of intercepting Senior Sister Qin, he utilized the power of the Maximal Common Denominator Pill, even the power of the Fire Spirit Pill was auxiliary; it was Senior Sister Qin’s power that killed herself.
All he did was whisper gently in Senior Sister Qin’s ear, surprising her and compelling her to speak, inserting the effect of the Maximal Common Denominator Pill.
Throughout, he didn’t utilize the power of the Bloodline Five Demon Pills, nor could any trace be left behind.
As for the Sealing Talisman and Thunder Spirit Talisman, they’re abundant, readily available for purchase everywhere.
Moreover, due to the blood curse on his body, unless deduced by a Daluo Golden Immortal, nobody could trace it back to him.
Well, it’s not without other ways; last time, that magical Spirit Wine fed by Frost Monarch, similar to a Truth Serum, compelled him to say whatever was asked.
However, all this presumes suspicion falls on him.
Motive, strength, logic must align, yet a lack of evidence might make him drink such valuable Spirit Wine.
Otherwise, who would bother doing so aimlessly?
Even a Taiyi True Immortal shouldn’t act so recklessly.
Furthermore, Wang Wu recalled, for the Truth-Telling Spirit Wine to be effective, relaxation seemed a prerequisite.
Otherwise, Frost Monarch, being so capable, could easily have forced it down his throat rather than adopting White Feather’s guise, conversing with him, waiting to strike when sentiment was thoroughly stirred?
Perhaps Frost Monarch didn’t want to hear his frivolous remarks a second time.
Thus, all was settled, he erred and being relegated to Jia San Sin Prison for five hundred years wasn’t much.
He had long prepared himself for this.
It’s just that Smallest Common Denominator Pill, after a grand pill world battle within him, transformed back into the Maximal Common Denominator Pill.
Moreover, it became the largest Maximal Common Denominator Pill ever.
Encompassing six lawful spiritual qi types, it absorbed four of Senior Sister Qin’s incomplete Spirit Pills’ power, suppressing even the Fire Spirit Pill entirely, at command to rise or fall without resistance.
The spiritual qi within the Maximal Common Denominator Pill was as follows.
Five million points of Level 5 Gale Spiritual Qi.
Five million points of Level 5 Refined Gold Spiritual Qi.
Five million points of Level 5 Cyan Wood Spiritual Qi.
Five million points of Level 5 Black Water Spiritual Qi.
One million points of Level 3 Earth Spiritual Qi.
Furthermore, ten million points of Level 6.5 Red Flame Spiritual Qi.
This is a stable contract formed after the world-wide Spirit Pill battle, agreed upon by the Maximal Common Denominator Pill and many other Spirit Pills.
That’s right, Wang Wu out of thin air, conjured a feeble, Ninth Grade Wind Spirit Pill.
But luckily, he only had one Foundation Establishment Array, not two, so he wasn’t as unfortunate as Senior Sister Qin. With the support of the Innate Bloodline, that Five Elements Spirit Array managed to stabilize.
Now, six Spirit Pills are holding hands, playing "Drop the Handkerchief."
And the Maximal Common Denominator Pill has already been taken out by Wang Wu and placed in his Qiankun Bag.
This thing doesn’t have a designated owner; it only recognizes stable structures and fairness, nothing else. Whoever gets it, owns it.
Crucially, it’s incredibly stable, incredibly low-key.
No wonder, if it’s not stable enough, not low-key enough, it wouldn’t deserve to be called the Maximal Common Denominator Pill.
Its existence is meant to be the ballast, the weight, to stabilize everything.
Therefore, this Maximal Common Denominator Pill also has the best Concealment effect,
even when mixed in with a pile of ordinary Spirit Pills, it’s not noticeable.
Mixed in with a pile of stones, it’s still not noticeable.
Even if it falls into a pile of cow dung, it won’t be the most noticeable piece.
Wang Wu thought, even if a bunch of big shots came to investigate him, they wouldn’t rummage through his Qiankun Bag, right?
That would be too undignified.
Just like that, Wang Wu was detained for a whole three months, with no one coming to question him.
He thought he was going to be forgotten.
Until one day, his six senses and five perceptions, and all restraints, were lifted, he suddenly found a stranger standing before him.
"I am He Tianyao, the newly appointed Chief of the Dragon Head City division, Wang Zhige, let’s have a chat."
Wang Wu was dumbfounded and didn’t come to his senses for a long time. A new Chief? He Tianyao?
What’s going on!
But opposite, He Tianyao didn’t seem surprised, casually pulling out a document, which contained the Hidden Origin Association Headquarters’ punishment for him.
Downgraded to Third-Grade Steward, forfeiting all illegal Five Qi of the Human World, and imprisoned in Jia San Sin Prison for five hundred years.
It seems, things have finally settled.
Where did this He Tianyao come from to become the victor?
Wang Wu didn’t dare ask, he just timidly saluted and greeted, "Sire Chief, what do you want to instruct me to do?"
"Haha, no need to be nervous. I’m here to do a deal with you. You have quite a number of subordinates in Dragon Head City, who have always been diligent in their work. I’ve also visited some people and found them quite agreeable, so I’d like you to inform them to work peacefully under me in the future. I won’t treat them badly, how does that sound?"
"This—this is great, thank you, Lord Chief. I’m grateful you’re willing to overlook past grievances and take them in. They are all my dearest friends and relatives, and having such a place to settle makes me happy for them."
Wang Wu was almost moved to tears. This was exactly what he hoped for.
"Haha, it’s I who should thank you. Don’t worry, I’ve come here alone to take up this role, and I need their help."
He Tianyao said as he gestured, causing Wang Wu to be sent out of the Hidden Origin Bell. But at the very moment he got outside, a set of shackles fell from the sky, sealing his Innate Bloodline and Acquired Spirit Pill, turning him into an ordinary person.
It made sense though, the Hidden Origin Association is a massive force with very complete rules and regulations. Since he was sentenced, he would receive the treatment he deserved.
At this moment, a black cloud formed under his feet, lifting him into the air, alongside two stern-looking men in black who were obviously prison escorts.
Below, She Shoujiu, Madam Yu, General Xuelang, Just and Bright, Harmonious and Friendly, those four, along with Xiong Shiliu, Yuan Bupu, Old Niu, Old Pig, and other dear friends and family were there.
However, some of them already had strands of white hair on their heads.
He Tianyao also appeared then, first greeting the two men in black politely, saying with a smile, "Could you allow him to say a few words to his friends and family?"
"Certainly!"
"Thank you!"
Wang Wu also expressed his thanks, then gave everyone a smile and said a few words, particularly emphasizing loyalty to the new Chief.
He had now realized that this was how things were.
For the brothers and friends who followed him from the Great Wilderness Sin Prison, really, being able to settle down in Dragon Head City, not causing any big troubles, was quite good.
This time it got to this point, it was helpless, being caught between internal factions of the Hidden Origin Association. Otherwise, if he was still a small Second or Third Grade Steward, he wouldn’t have the qualifications to get involved anyway. Being free and unfettered is so much better.
This time, going to the Great Wilderness Sin Prison for five hundred years might just as well be a retreat.
His gaze swept over to Madam Yu again, seeing the white strands at her temples. Time indeed waits for no one. Without cultivation or advancement, lifespan is limited, but she was also open-minded and looked past it, so it didn’t matter.
General Xuelang was not doing too poorly either.
And that’s how it was.
Life is also a form of cultivation, everything is left unsaid.
