Junior sister, I really need to control you

Although they found it hard to accept at first, so much time has passed that they have no choice but to accept reality.

Putting everything else aside, the fact that the Ninth Elder suddenly became cold towards them already gave them a great sense of crisis.

Therefore, they even put aside their cultivation during this period and kept discussing how to deal with this matter.

In the end, they all agreed that all they had to do was show goodwill and submit to Elder Li.

After all, although Shouyi Temple had indeed offended many Taoist temples, it had never done anything extremely outrageous to Xuanzhen Temple.

If we were to rank those with a bad relationship with Shouyi Temple, Xuanzhen Temple probably wouldn't even make the top 20 or 30.

Chapter 171 The Opening of Hidden Dragon Valley

Watch the sky above.

Danzhuan Zhenren bowed respectfully to Li Yinsheng, feeling somewhat uneasy but remaining quite calm.

Since Xuanzhen Temple fell into decline, the biggest personal feud between Shouyi Temple and Xuanzhen Temple was nothing more than Shouyi Temple saying that it had reserved the mountain peak of Xuanzhen Temple.

Although that was indeed their original idea, and they had even developed a detailed plan on how to relocate and rebuild the formation, etc.

Ultimately, however, it remained merely lip service, and no real threat was ever made against Xuanzhen Temple.

Of course, it's also because everything changes too fast.

A true master in his early twenties suddenly appeared, immediately extinguishing their hopes of obtaining Xuanzhen Peak.

After all, with Li Yinsheng around, there's no reason for the Dharma lineage to disband Xuanzhen Temple—unless Li Yinsheng himself wants to leave Xuanzhen Temple for the Dharma lineage.

Since Xuanzhen Temple will not be disbanded, then Xuanzhen Peak is naturally just a mirage.

As for what happened afterward, when Li Yinsheng inexplicably became a Grand Master in his twenties, the Ninth Elder personally issued a warning, reminding them not to create any more discord with Xuanzhen Temple.

Then, a few days ago, Li Yinsheng became Elder Li, and there were no more personal feuds between Shouyi Temple and Xuanzhen Temple.

Therefore, after some discussion, they all felt that this was a small matter, and that preparing some generous gifts and offering an apology should be enough to resolve it.

They had already prepared the gifts, and were just waiting for Li Yinsheng to return from the Dharma lineage so that he could personally go to Xuanzhen Temple to apologize.

As for whether the addition of an honorary elder will squeeze Shouyi's future living space...

This was to be expected, but they weren't too worried.

Xuanzhen Temple only has three people in total. Even if it reopens and takes on more disciples, it will take many years before it develops to the point where it needs a lot of resources.

This matter can be discussed at length.

Therefore, when he saw Li Yinsheng arrive, the True Man Danzhuan was not very alarmed.

We have never cut off Xuanzhen Temple's supply of top-grade cinnabar, nor have we deliberately suppressed Xuanzhen Temple. How much hatred could there be?

But the very first words Li Yinsheng uttered made him panic.

"Do you know your crimes?" Li Yinsheng asked.

Master Danzhuan's heart skipped a beat, and he braced himself to ask, "Elder Li, what makes you say that?"

“The Suyun Bamboo of Huangzhu Temple has been targeted by the Chongyun of Qianchong Valley. Tell me the truth about how much you were involved in this matter, and I will deal with you leniently,” Li Yinsheng said.

"What? What does this have to do with you?!" Master Danzhuan cursed inwardly.

He was naturally aware of this matter. Although he wasn't personally in charge, it required his approval to proceed.

But the problem is, wasn't this aimed at Huangzhu Temple? You killed Chongyun, wasn't that enough? Why are you meddling in other people's business?

In the blink of an eye, Master Danzhuan immediately began to suspect that Li Yinsheng might just be using this as an excuse to cause trouble.

But doubt didn't solve the problem, and he immediately got a headache.

Admitting or denying this matter presents a dilemma. If they admit it, they might have to push out their junior brother Cen Yi, who connected with the insect cloud, to take the blame.

If that's all it takes to settle things, then it's acceptable. After all, Junior Brother Cen Yi's lifespan is limited, and the lineage won't really punish him. Most likely, they'll let him live out his remaining years in peace.

But who knows if this person will use this as an excuse to make trouble?

Under Li Yinsheng's indifferent gaze, Danzhuan Zhenren pondered for only a few breaths before his attitude hardened.

"Elder Li, we respect you as a rare genius in the history of our lineage, and have prepared a generous gift to congratulate you on condensing your Dharma form."

"The matter of the insect cloud you mentioned is probably just rumors spread by some petty people who are jealous of the prosperity of my Shouyi Temple. I hope you will investigate carefully."

His meaning was quite clear—

If you're here to freeload, we've already prepared gifts. Just take them; if it's not enough, we can add more. Don't use excuses like "insect clouds" (a euphemism for something trivial or insignificant), so that everyone can save face.

Li Yinsheng naturally understood and frowned slightly.

"The evidence lies in the bamboo grove, the Langya School, the ticket shop, the pure exploration of Huaihe, the joy of Yu Yunma!"

Danzhuan Zhenren straightened up: "Absolutely not! I hope Elder Li will investigate thoroughly!"

The Grand Master and ten other Grand Masters behind him also straightened their backs, bolstering their morale, and confronted Li Yinsheng.

"Are you determined to put up a stubborn resistance?" Li Yinsheng asked.

Danzhuan Zhenren's expression was solemn: "I, Shouyi Guan, am upright and have nothing to fear. I did not do it, and that is that. I hope Elder Li will investigate thoroughly!"

If Li Yinsheng hadn't witnessed the people from Shouyi Temple causing trouble with his own eyes, he would have thought he had wronged an innocent person.

He didn't bother with any more words. With a wave of his hand, the Five Elements Treasure Wheel appeared and pressed down on the people in Shouyi Temple.

If he were to actually lay a hand on an innocent person, he would have to consider the reputation of himself as a newly appointed elder.

But we must remain steadfast...

Not to mention the four snatchings and the oval-shaped patterns on the surface.

Even disregarding the insect cloud incident, Shouyi Temple already had a notorious reputation among Taoist temples.

As long as no one dies, it would be great to beat them up even without any reason.

Seeing Li Yinsheng make a sudden move, Danzhuan Zhenren's expression changed slightly, and he suddenly formed a complex hand seal with both hands.

Inside the main hall of Shouyi Temple, a stream of light burst forth, transforming into a massive, illusory talisman over ten feet long, which blocked the Five Elements Treasure Wheel.

At the same time, the twelve masters of Shouyi Temple joined forces to infuse magical power into the talisman, and countless chains emerged from the talisman, firmly binding the Five Elements Treasure Wheel.

Li Yinsheng nodded slightly.

Sure enough, Shouyi Temple also has a treasure similar to the Zhaoxuan Stele, which can temporarily unleash power close to that of a Dharma Aspect True Person when many True Persons join forces.

Therefore, Danzhuan Zhenren has the confidence to speak with his back straight.

Li Yinsheng shook his head slightly, and a white light flew out from the void, circling around the huge talisman.

The chains emerging from the talismans crumbled and shattered, and the divine light of the Five Elements Treasure Wheel descended upon them, immobilizing the twelve people.

The enormous talisman was swept away by the white light. Although it didn't shatter into pieces, its radiance was noticeably dimmed.

Li Yinsheng raised his hand and pushed the talisman back into the main hall of Shouyi Temple.

But then he lifted the abbot of Shouyi Temple out of the main hall and threw him into the confinement range of the Five Elements Treasure Wheel like a chick.

Shangguan Ling'er nodded slightly from the side: "Impressive! The power of your Five Elements Treasure Wheel seems even more exaggerated than the records suggest."

"Because I've been cultivating it for a long time," Li Yinsheng thought to himself.

Looking at the audience of Shouyi Guan who were frozen in the air and could only look at him with pleading eyes, Li Yinsheng shook his head slightly.

He came here only intending to take the heads of a Shouyi Temple Master and a True Man.

But Shouyi Temple was unwilling to cooperate, so he had no choice but to slightly expand the scope of the impact.

"Here, junior sister, throw this thunder talisman over." Li Yinsheng took out a thunder talisman and handed it to his junior sister.

The Thunder Talisman wasn't of a particularly high grade, since these people were immobilized by the Five Elements Treasure Wheel and unable to defend themselves actively.

Mu Xiaoyu nodded and threw out the lightning talisman, a blinding bolt of lightning enveloping an area of ​​several feet.

Li Yinsheng's expression shifted slightly before returning to calm.

"Speaking of which, you just made up an excuse and beat them all up. Aren't you afraid they'll complain to the Dharma lineage?" Shangguan Ling'er asked.

Although she asked this question, there wasn't a trace of worry on her face. Clearly, she didn't believe the Dharma lineage would stand up for Shouyi Temple.

“An excuse?” Li Yinsheng shook his head slightly. “Miss Shangguan, what I just said is absolutely true.”

"Huh?" Shangguan Ling'er was taken aback. "They really colluded with the people of Thousand Insect Valley, doing treacherous things here?"

As she spoke, a hint of murderous intent appeared on her face.

“Let’s go back to Xuanzhen Temple first, I’ll tell you slowly on the way…” Li Yinsheng smiled and patted her shoulder.

"Afterwards, I will go and meet with Lang Ai, Di Huang, and others. I will also visit them to learn about their skills and knowledge. I will then visit them to learn about their skills and knowledge."

The blazing white light departed from the sky above Shouyi Temple.

Only thirteen unconscious figures were left, falling back into their own temples, where their disciples hurriedly carried them back for emergency treatment.

……

Several days later, at Xuanzhen Temple.

Uncle Jiang lay half-reclined on a bed of brocade and warm jade, gently holding Li Yinsheng's hand.

“Even though you’ve told me this several times, it still feels a bit like…a dream,” she said softly.

“I know it’s only a matter of time before you condense your Dharma form, but this is far too early.”

She brushed her fingertips across Li Yinsheng's palm and couldn't help but shake her head: "It's a pity that I wasn't by your side when you broke through."

Her expression was extremely complicated as she said this.

“But when your cultivation recovers and you condense your Dharma form, I will definitely be by your side.” Li Yinsheng grasped her hand in return.

Staring at that face so close to hers, a hazy look flashed in Jiang Ningzhi's eyes.

Li Yinsheng had told her about the True Blood Treasure Body, but perhaps because her current condition was too poor and her cultivation was still almost non-existent, she was not affected much.

Even without the additional influence of the True Blood Body, she still felt an irrepressible surge of impulse when her hand was held in the back.

“Yinsheng, I…” She subconsciously raised her hand, wanting to gently stroke Li Yinsheng’s cheek.

"Ningzhi, Yinsheng, we should set off!" Shangguan Ling'er pushed open the door and entered.

Jiang Ningzhi's outstretched hand froze in mid-air.