Infiltrating the righteous path? Just another place to be a sycophant.

Isn't this killing eight hundred enemies while losing eight thousand of your own?

However, some people say that the Heavenly Demon Sect deliberately did this to make people believe it! To make people think that Lu An is the Heavenly Demon Sect's big spy, a righteous person who endures hardship and humiliation!

In short, both sides have their own reasons and arguments, and the debate continues without resolution.

"It was Sect Leader Yu who suppressed it? Then thank you very much, Sect Leader Yu."

"No need to thank me, but Elder Lu, you need to find a way to prove your innocence and clear away all the doubts, otherwise trouble will continue."

“Now our Yuantian Holy Sect also has a problem: whether or not to let you continue as the Elder of the Law Enforcement Hall, since there is quite a bit of controversy surrounding you.”

Upon hearing this, Lu An immediately handed over the Enforcement Hall's token, at an incredibly fast pace.

He took the token out of his pocket and slammed it on the table in one swift motion.

I just want to quit my job.

"Elder Lu, what's going on?"

“I think they are right. Since there is so much controversy surrounding me, I should relinquish my power to prevent the controversy from escalating further.”

The work of the Enforcement Hall is so damn tiring. Even though I'm supposed to be a hands-off manager, it's still exhausting to go on inspections every few days.

Therefore, Lu An handed over the Law Enforcement Hall's token without the slightest hesitation.

"Elder Lu, those are just some controversies, mere rumors. They haven't come true or been confirmed, so why are you making such a fuss?"

Yu Wanqing was getting a little anxious. Although there were such voices in the sect, if Lu An really stepped down, who would become the elder of the Enforcement Hall?

Those with ability don't want to get involved in trouble, while those who want to are not. They finally found a sucker, so how can they let him get away?

First, stabilize Lu An; we can deal with the rest later.

“Controversy means trouble. Since there is trouble, we should cut our losses in time.” Lu An, however, was not buying it: “I quit. I can take on more disciples. I don’t want to run the Enforcement Hall anymore.”

"Elder Lu, don't be so impulsive. It doesn't have to be like this. Besides, even if you want to leave, I doubt the disciples and elders of the Enforcement Hall and the Weapon Forging Hall would want you to leave."

"Why? I haven't done anything. I just muddle through every day. What's the point of keeping me here? I'd better leave."

Lu An shrugged and even pushed the token forward, instantly transforming from someone who was scared and about to be fired into someone who wanted to resign voluntarily.

This was something Yu Wanqing hadn't expected; this person wasn't fooled by bluffing.

"Because you solved the shortage of spirit stones in these places, they said that using your method to earn spirit stones is much faster." Seeing that Lu An was a bit unyielding, Yu Wanqing said directly, "Now the spirit stone income of the two branches has skyrocketed. No one expected that your exaggerated way of selling goods could earn spirit stones like this."

Lu An never expected that his occasional action would lead to such a thing, but he also didn't see anyone doing a live-streaming sales event in the Enforcement Hall.

So Lu An raised his question: "They did this? But I didn't see them doing it."

"Because the Yuan Tian Sacred Sect doesn't have many venues, if they want such a venue to do this kind of thing, they have to pay extra spirit stones. In order to save costs, they rented a pavilion in Tai'an City so that they can make money."

"You have spirit stones to earn but you're letting others earn them? What kind of question is that?"

Lu An was a bit confused, completely baffled.

“Yuan Tian Sheng Zong’s territory is already small, and there’s not much vacant land. So it’s also beneficial for us that they rent pavilions in Tai’an City. Besides, we even helped them find pavilions. We only need to take a cut, which will help make up for our sect’s deficit.”

"Moreover, with the name of our Yuantian Holy Sect, who would dare to cause trouble? They would be utterly blind!"

"Furthermore, we've specifically recruited independent cultivators from outside and outsourced some delivery work. This saves spirit stones and reduces labor costs, which is a wonderful thing!"

After saying that, Yu Wanqing revealed a cold smile.

Lu An trembled as he listened; it was actually...

Okay, as expected of the sect capitalists, it has to be you guys.

No, they should be called clan entrepreneurs.

"Elder Lu, let's put everything else aside for now. The sect's recruitment conference is coming up soon. You should take on at least one disciple then, otherwise it really won't be right."

"Is it okay if we don't accept it?"

"It's fine if you don't want it. Look at this photo."

Yu Wanqing took out a photo and showed it to Lu An. Lu An was stunned the moment he saw it.

Isn't that himself in the picture above?

And the other person is... Li Nayue?

At this very moment, in the photo, he and Li Nayue are being all lovey-dovey, enjoying themselves immensely.

No, isn't this blatant slander and defamation? How could he possibly be all lovey-dovey with this old woman? Are you kidding me?

"Who posted this!?"

"This is naturally the content of the report materials sent by Li Nayue, didn't you know?"

"I...I...this must be a fake!"

"I don't know if it's forged, but I'm the first person to see this document; I haven't shown it to anyone else."

"So Elder Lu, you don't want others to see this either, right?"

What kind of disciples does Volume Four accept?

Chapter 206 Top-Grade Confucian Spiritual Root

Lu An never imagined he would be threatened like this. He looked at the photo and fell into deep thought.

Is photo editing still happening now?

The photo shows him and Li Nayue being very affectionate, including a passionate kiss. Li Nayue is blushing furiously in the photo, while Lu An acts like a domineering CEO, pinning Li Nayue against the wall.

This isn't right, it shouldn't be like this. Who is slandering him? Who is it?

Especially that domineering and cold expression, that's clearly not him... no... it doesn't seem like something he would do.

I'm used to it, there's no way around it.

"this is not me."

I don't know who made this film about a righteous and domineering CEO falling in love with a demonic teacher. What kind of weird subject is this? Lu An just wanted to clarify quickly, so he vehemently denied it.

"You say this isn't you? But to me, this is definitely you."

Yu Wanqing glanced at the photo, shook her head, and asked in confusion.

"This isn't me! Someone must have framed me!"

Lu An was speechless, but still managed to suppress his anger and explain.

"But I see you as the one I'm looking for."

I said this isn't me!

The argument between the two sides had become quite heated. Yu Wanqing's eyes were full of doubt, while Lu An's eyes were full of injustice.

"Look closely, this expression, this look, how can it not be you?"

"It must be a thief using disguise to frame me! Sect Leader Yu, you must not believe it!"

Looking at the person in the photo, Lu An denied it again, his attitude very firm and resolute.

"But this is a report sent by Li Nayue, the vice sect leader of the Heavenly Demon Sect. If she hired someone to impersonate you, what would she gain from it?"

"Although Li Nayue is quite old, she still retains her charm and her cultivation level is not low. If she could improve her cultivation, she would be a good dual cultivation partner."

Yu Wanqing spoke slowly, like a matchmaker, recounting all the benefits of being fellow Daoist with Master Li.

"Alright, Sect Master Yu, stop talking, or I'll throw up."

However, Lu An couldn't help but feel nauseous at the thought of Master Li's mean face.

He might have been alright when he was young, but he's definitely not doing so now, especially since that nun Li used to target him.

For example, he might deliberately ask someone not to bring him toilet paper when he goes to the toilet! He might even burn feces at the door to smother him!

Although he had no direct evidence that it was Master Li who ordered the attack, he still suspected Master Li.

Because he once spread rumors that Master Li had gone through menopause, and for some reason, Master Li found out about it, even though he was spreading rumors under an alias.

It’s weird.

"I swear, I'd rather kiss a pig than touch Li Nayue even once! If I do, may I be struck by lightning!"

Rumble!

Lu An raised his hand to swear again, and coincidentally, a dazzling bolt of lightning flashed across the sky, followed by a deafening clap of thunder.

The atmosphere between the two was awkward, forcing Lu An to cough to cover up his embarrassment.

"Elder Lu, what about that thunder..."

"It was just a coincidence."

Seeing that Lu An wouldn't admit it, Yu Wanqing didn't want to continue the topic.

After all, Lu An's strength is undeniable. Even if he really is a spy from the Heavenly Demon Sect, it wouldn't be good to break ties now.

Who will be responsible if the sect is destroyed? Right now, we're just trying to give him a warning.

"I am the only one who knows about this matter for now, but I don't know how long I can keep it under wraps, because it was handed over directly to the Righteous Alliance Hall in Tai'an City. If a few people want to investigate further, especially the top ten experts of the Righteous Alliance, then I have no choice but to give it to them."

"I think Elder Lu should think of a way to avoid being criticized by so many people. If he can take on disciples, that would naturally be a different story."

Lu An asked in confusion, "Why is it different if I can take on disciples?"

"Because disciples will speak up for their masters, and besides, we are the foremost sect of the righteous path. Etiquette, benevolence, wisdom, and filial piety are essential to learn. There's no need to worry about teaching disciples something that would cause their masters to starve."

Yu Wanqing said confidently.

This is part of the so-called PUA (Pick-Up Artist) system; you're in trouble if you don't have apprentices.

It's just like those things elders say when you go on blind dates: "What will you do without the child?"—that kind of psychological manipulation.

"I'll see when the time comes, Sect Master Yu," Lu An nodded in response.

"Then Elder Lu should make plans as soon as possible." Yu Wanqing nodded and left.

Time flies, and soon it will be time for the sect to recruit people.

All the elders appeared at the foot of the Yuantian Holy Sect's mountain, where crowds thronged. The scene was truly a sea of ​​people, with gongs and drums resounding, red flags waving, and firecrackers exploding.

This is the grand recruitment ceremony of the Yuan Tian Sacred Sect. Everyone wants to find an opportunity to enter the Yuan Tian Sacred Sect, so many people have come, including some cultivators with good talent.

Of course, according to some disciples in the sect, Yuan Tian Sheng Sect also suffers from the problems of large sects, namely that the truly outstanding disciples have long been predetermined, and it is just a formality, and there are even internal recruitments.

In the period leading up to the Yuan Tian Sheng Zong's recruitment ceremony, Lu An also received some letters, which were handed over by Elder Yan Buyu. These were all from descendants of prominent families, including even members of the royal family of the Tianwu Sheng Dynasty, who wanted to join his sect.

However, Lu Andu only glanced at it before throwing it into the trash can.

What a joke! Even those at the Nascent Soul stage are coming to me wanting me to be their master. What do I have to teach them?

Isn’t this nonsense?

However, he did manage to get in through the back door of the Heavenly Demon Sect back then. He found a reliable scalper who introduced him to a reliable outer sect elder, and then used his acting skills to sneak in.

Good luck is also very important for getting into a good sect and finding a good master.

Lu An, dressed in a plain robe, walked up the mountain stairs. It wasn't that he didn't want to use his sword, but Shen Xuzi had ordered that he could only walk and not use his sword, so as to show the Yuan Tian Holy Sect's low-key humility.

However, Lu An felt that this requirement was wrong. If you can fly on a sword, why do you have to walk?

When Lu An was notified to arrive at the scene, it was time to verify his spiritual root. It was the same old routine: a huge transparent crystal stone was placed in the middle, and the cultivator placed his hand on it, activated his spiritual power, and the elder next to him sensed it and said what his spiritual root was.

"Guo Ziyu, top-grade ice spirit root, excellent!"

"Xiangzhen Blade, superior-grade blade spirit root, excellent!"

"Shenyang Yi, a superior Yang spiritual root, excellent!"

"Feixuexue, a mid-grade water elemental root, not a good match!"

"Li Yanghao, top-grade Yang spiritual root, excellent!"

As soon as the top-grade Yang spiritual root was announced, there was a stir in the crowd, and some elders who had been resting with their eyes closed opened them one after another.

They seem somewhat interested, but spiritual roots are just one step in the test. To truly accept a disciple, we'll have to see how the sect's subsequent trials go.

Those with poor character should not be accepted as disciples. After all, on the path of cultivation, innate talent is only one factor; if one's character is flawed, it will be difficult to continue.

Moreover, none of the people present dare to claim that they have graduated from the cultivation path, since those who have truly graduated have already transcended tribulations and ascended to immortality, so why would they be here selecting disciples?