Upon hearing Shuiyun's words, Zuo Ruotong narrowed her eyes: "What do you think is the reason?"

Shuiyun pondered for a moment and said, "This child suffered a terrible calamity and wandered all the way here, enduring countless hardships."

"Compared to the suffering he has endured, is our test really nothing to him?"

Zuo Ruotong nodded and said, "Since ancient times, when people suffer great hardships, there are generally two situations: one is that they have a mental breakdown and only want to escape; the other is that they face the dripping blood and become stronger so that they can face the problem head-on."

"He can endure what ordinary people cannot endure, tolerate what ordinary people cannot tolerate, and do what ordinary people cannot do. Li Daniu's character is no longer that of a child."

At this point, Zuo Ruotong looked at Shuiyun: "Say it again, what did Li Daniu say to you when he joined the sect, and why did he want to join the Sanyi Sect?"

Shuiyun said, "He said he wanted revenge. Our Trinity's Reverse Rebirth Triple Technique can regenerate severed limbs and is not afraid of guns and cannons. He wants to learn this technique."

Si Chong immediately puffed out his beard and glared: "The Reverse Rebirth Triple Technique is a method to reach the heavens, a path of cultivation. How can it be cultivated merely as a means of revenge?!"

"Senior brother, this Li Daniu's desire for the Dao is insufficient; he cannot be accepted into the Sanyi Sect!"

Zuo Ruotong frowned and said, "What? Treating the Reverse Rebirth Triple Stage as a path to heaven-reaching enlightenment means your desire for the Dao is sufficient?"

"What is the Dao? Understanding one's true nature is the Dao, transcending life and death is the Dao, exploring the principles of heaven and earth is the Dao, and isn't killing enemies and eliminating evil also a kind of Dao?"

"You all take the Triple Rebirth Technique too seriously, treating it as an inviolable rule that cannot be wronged or corrected... With such a mindset, how can you possibly forge your own path?!"

"In my opinion, Li Daniu's actions are actually a manifestation of sincerity. He understands what he wants and bravely pursues it without being constrained by external things."

After a moment of silence, seeing that no one spoke, Zuo Ruotong continued, "Li Muxuan and Li Daniu, one is not bound by authority, and the other is not suppressed by the name of rebellion. These two people may be a pleasant surprise."

"By not drawing lines in the sand or binding themselves with their own cocoons, they may be able to find a new path to survival against the odds."

"The ability to find one's way is, for someone like Ni Sheng, the greatest talent!"

Si Chong asked, "So, Senior Brother, you're planning to take both Li Muxuan and Li Daniu under your wing?"

Zuo Ruotong didn't reply; instead, she fell into deep thought.

"Senior brother?" Si Chong called out again.

Zuo Ruotong stroked her chin: "If it's decided now, I can keep the Lu family's child, but as for Li Muxuan and Li Daniu..."

"Li Daniu needs more information; we should wait until Chengzhen returns from his investigation before making any decisions."

"I have met Li Muxuan a few times. Gentlemen, based on my observations over the past few days, please point out his flaws."

After another discussion, the group decided on the fate of the four members of the Lower House.

……

In the lower courtyard, Huang Yu was working on his day's tasks with Liu Deshui, and he was in charge of the laundry.

Compared to fetching water and chopping wood, this washing work wasn't too tiring. It was because Liu Deshui and the other two were taking care of him and arranged a relatively easy job for him.

But after a whole day of work, Huang Yu still felt sore back and aching waist.

If he didn't suppress himself, this little bit of work would naturally be nothing. The problem is that he was constantly looking for the wrong way, and his mind and body naturally endured more trials.

However, Huang Yu actually seemed to enjoy it.

Although his strength hasn't improved much during this period, he has made up for his lack of extra foundational skills.

Speed ​​is important, but sometimes slowing down is also important.

He was already very satisfied with what he had gained along the way.

squeak!

The door creaked open, and Shuiyun walked in slowly. She beckoned with her finger and said, "Lu Jin, Liu Deshui, you two come here."

Huang Yu understood; the results of the two people's assessments were in. Lu Jin would likely be kept, while Liu Deshui would be sent to the Yanwu Hall.

He didn't think too much about it. He hadn't been sent away yet, so he was probably under observation like Li Muxuan, or perhaps the investigation into him hadn't been completed.

During this time, he also figured it out: if he couldn't learn the Reverse Rebirth Triple Technique, it wouldn't be a big deal.

There are countless methods in the world of supernatural beings. He doesn't necessarily have to undergo a triple rebirth. He can find other suitable methods.

They might even use the opportunities for sudden enlightenment granted by their [Spiritual Awareness] talent to create their own unique method!

These are all rather troublesome, but he is confident!

Li Muxuan squatted to one side, holding a wood-chopping knife, his face gloomy.

That night, Huang Yu and Li Muxuan lay on the bed.

After a long silence, Li Muxuan suddenly asked, "Liu Deshui is gone, and Lu Jin should have been accepted, leaving only the two of us stranded here. Why do you think that is?"

Huang Yu thought for a moment and comforted him, "Don't worry, if they had no intention of taking us in, we would have been kicked out long ago."

"They're probably hesitating; our assessment isn't over yet."

"Perhaps the qualifications required for success vary from person to person. It's already been determined whether Lu Jin and Liu Deshui will succeed."

"Of course, the higher-ups may still be investigating our past performance and whether what we said is true."

"Your previous performance? What performance?" Li Muxuan was taken aback, then, as if realizing something, exclaimed, "No way, it can't be that complicated!"

Huang Yu laughed and said, "Of course it takes this much trouble. When I was a beggar in the city, the beggar leaders would check whether you were a local beggar or a beggar from out of town. And the beggars from out of town would stick together for warmth according to their respective places..."

"Even beggars need to be investigated, let alone a prestigious sect like Sany."

"What, do you have a shameful past?"

Li Muxuan was speechless: "I only hope that the villagers will be mindful of their words..."

……

Another week later, Chengzhen rushed back to Sanyi Gate, travel-worn, to pay his respects to Zuo Ruotong.

"Master, it's all been verified. There is indeed a Dafeng Village in Changcheng, which was massacred by the nearby Black Tiger Village a few months ago."

At this point, Chengzhen hesitated and said, "However, what's strange is that the Black Tiger Stronghold was wiped out, and not a single person from the entire stronghold escaped."

"I went to the original site of Black Tiger Stronghold. The yin energy was very heavy, and there were traces of battles fought by strange people. It seems that shamans controlled the yin spirits to massacre this stronghold."

Zuo Ruotong said, "So, Da Niu's revenge has already been taken?"

"Yes!" Chengzhen continued, recounting her findings. "I then followed the route from Changcheng to Fucheng, asking beggar leaders and merchants in various places. Indeed, quite a few people had seen Li Daniu."

"His background should be fine."

Finally, Chengzhen gave his own judgment: generally speaking, if the investigation has reached this level, there is basically no problem.

After a moment of silence, Zuo Ruotong said, "Very good, thank you for your hard work. Go and rest now."

"It is all what a disciple should do." Chengzhen cupped his hands in greeting.

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