The sect is full of evildoers, but I am the eldest brother.

Gu Yi was too lazy to listen to the long speeches of Bailian Zhenzu. He only knew that no matter whether it was a mark or a formation, as many as there were, they should be removed.

It is true that slow work produces fine work.

But for some things, it is all about prioritizing and avoiding those tedious and useless steps.

Save as much as you can, it’s no harm.

When a young man interrupted him while he was speaking, Bailian Zhenzu did not get angry. He nodded and said, "This idea is good and efficient. However, I have a better way."

"Catching a turtle in a jar?"

"That's right! It's a turtle in a jar!"

Even without a deep understanding of Bailian Zhenzu, Gu Yi could easily guess his little thoughts.

In fact, you can understand this just by thinking about it.

The traitor was carving marks and setting up formations, obviously preparing for a big move.

Knowing the insider's actions in advance.

Why not prepare for a rainy day, seize the opportunity, and catch the traitors in the trap?

"This was a premeditated plot."

In addition to refining weapons, Bailian Zhenzu also had considerable experience in the art of formations. With a simple wave of his hand, he eliminated the formations set by the inner traitor and said, "These formations can indirectly interfere with the central processing unit installed in the golden puppet's brain, thereby blocking the remote control signal, making it a sitting duck at anyone's mercy..."

It's a bit advanced, but Gu Yi doesn't understand it.

"Except for the formation, the marks don't need to be completely removed, so as not to alert the enemy too early and end up losing more than one thing."

"Since that's the case, why not replace the formation to make it look real, and then change the pattern of the mark to lure those who harbor ulterior motives into the trap we've set, so we can easily capture them all?"

Following the words of Bailian Zhenzu, even though Gu Yi did not understand those advanced vocabulary, he was able to give reasonable suggestions based on his rich experience and knowledge.

After listening to the suggestions given by Gu Yi, Bailian Zhenzu couldn't help but show a look of appreciation in his eyes.

"You are different from all the young people I've met so far. Not only are you calm and composed, but you also have your own perspectives on things."

To be honest, Bailian Zhenzu hasn't seen a young man as charming and extraordinary as Gu Yi for a long time.

It can only be said that they are worthy of being the descendants of those sages. In the past, there was a genius who forged a spiritual-level magic weapon with a mortal body, and in the latter, there was a talented and elegant man who inherited the legacy of his ancestors and returned when Bailian Pavilion was in danger.

Tsk tsk tsk...

If those people had not chosen to leave, Bailian Pavilion would probably not have reached the situation it is in today, right?

"Senior is so complimentary."

Gu Yi said modestly.

so.

Bailian Zhenzu admired him even more.

"Now that you're back this time, stay."

Now is the time to hire people.

After witnessing Gu Yi's elegance with his own eyes, this leader of the desert actually took the initiative to extend an olive branch!

However, faced with the sincere invitation from Bailian Zhenzu, Gu Yi actually shook his head and declined it in person.

He sighed and said, "To be honest with you, Senior, I've been living a carefree life these past few years, and it's really hard for me to adapt to those worldly conventions and regulations..."

It would be difficult for anyone to refuse the invitation from Senior Bailian Pavilion.

But Gu Yi is different.

Although he was often short of money and had longed to be the overlord of the Western Paradise with wealth and treasures, he was not the kind of person who would sell his integrity for money!

Power cannot bend him, poverty cannot move him.

In this world, what we fight for is just a breath of fresh air. Since we are people of the Easy Way, how can we have one subject and two masters?

Although the Taiyi Sect is just a small and unknown sect, and the leader is a hands-off boss who just wants to eat and wait for death, but even the eighth disciple can stick to the principles, how can he, the former eldest brother, allow himself to be humiliated?

Sorry, I can’t do it!

"Oh I see."

Bailian Zhenzu felt deeply regretful and sighed, "Everyone has their own aspirations. If you don't want to, I won't force you."

"I haven't asked for your name yet, Senior?"

Gu Yi bowed and asked tentatively.

"As for the name, I remember it was Liu something, but I haven't used it in a while, so I can't quite remember it right now."

Bailian Zhenzu thought for a moment and replied, "However, the children all like to call me... Lianzu."

Gu Yi: ???

The Ancestor of Refining? The Ancestor of Hundred Refining?!

so......

Did he just reject the olive branch thrown by the leader of the desert area and the current head of Bailian Pavilion?

"Senior, I..."

"I understand. You have your reasons."

Bailian Zhenzu said sympathetically, "Everyone has their own pursuits. Don't worry, even if you reject me, I won't do anything out of line with you. If you want to leave, I won't stop you!"

"Actually, there's nothing wrong with stopping him..."

Gu Yi touched his nose and muttered softly.

Damn...

I thought I met the old monster from Bailian Pavilion, but who would have thought that I was caught red-handed by the master.

Luckily he was quick-witted...

I didn't offend this big guy...

He rejected in person a big shot who could shake Bailian Pavilion with just a stomp of his feet.

Gu Yi couldn't say that he felt much regret.

I just feel that the rejection was a bit hasty. You could have pushed it a little further and gotten more benefits.

"What's your name?"

It was Bailian Zhenzu's turn to ask Gu Yi's name.

Knowing the other party's identity, Gu Yi did not dare to be arrogant. He immediately cupped his hands and said honestly: "My surname is Gu, and my given name is Yi. Nice to meet you, Master Lian!"

"Gu Yi, such a familiar name..."

Bailian Zhenzu looked at it again.

At this moment he suddenly felt.

Gu Yi looks a little familiar.

Of those who left in the past...

Is there anyone with the surname "Gu"?

It seems, no...

Old friends, old friends, old friends in the world.

I won’t come back, I won’t come back, I won’t come back in my green shirt.

When I was young, I was too frivolous. I traveled all over the world and left my name in the five regions, even though I have changed a lot now.

Or they may retire to the secular world and not care about matters related to spiritual practice.

Or return to the world in another identity.

Their legends are still circulating in the world.

Their names have long been known throughout the country, and it is hard not to remember them!

It just so happened that when Gu Yi was young and wandering around, he still used his original real name, not the eldest brother of Taiyi Sect.

"The name your parents gave you sounds... quite... interesting."

Bailian Zhenzu laughed dryly.

Gu Yi was already used to this. He had often been teased because of this name before...

What a bunch of rude guys!

"As long as the senior is happy."

Gu Yi was too lazy to waste his breath on this matter.

It's just a title.

It's not an insulting word.

Everyone just laughs.

No one would take it seriously.

After that, the two continued to follow the traitor. Except for the interference with the golden puppet's formation, which was removed by Bailian Zhenzu, the mark remained intact.

"Senior, if you have time, you'd better check the Bailian Pavilion thoroughly."

"What do you think?"

"It's out of the question."

Gu Yi pondered for a moment, then asked, "Senior, are you aware of the recent alliance between the desert bandits?"

"It's the first time I've heard of it."

Bailian Zhenzu is actually very honest. Even though he holds a high position, he remains calm and not arrogant.

"Do you think this has something to do with them?"

Gu Yi concealed what happened between Tang Han and Fake Jianjun.

Acting as a victim, he used his eloquent tongue and flawless rhetoric to tell the story of how he was surrounded by three large desert bandits a while ago and was saved thanks to the timely arrival of the Desert Silver Wolf.

During the statement, Gu Yi was always cautious and kept observing the emotions on Bailian Zhenzu's face.

If the situation changed, he would pause briefly to ponder or frown, leaving room to think of a countermeasure.

Fortunately, Bailian Pavilion adhered to the principle of mutual benefit and win-win, and specially dispatched law enforcers to rescue the Desert Silver Wolf who had revealed his identity as a member of the Jiuchongshan Sect. Bailian True Ancestor also knew about this, but was a little surprised that Gu Yi was also present.

"There is no three hundred taels of silver here."

Gu Yi said seriously, "At first, I also naively thought that the desert bandits were not enough to stand against the Western Heaven Overlord. Until today... Senior, you have also seen that there is a traitor in the Bailian Pavilion. These various symbols, each representing a purpose, the golden puppet interference array... all these things show that these people have been planning this for a long time!"

"But......"

Bailian Zhenzu frowned slightly.

As the saying goes, be quick to learn and do not be ashamed to ask questions.

Even when facing a young junior, Bailian Zhenzu showed an air of humility and eagerness to learn: "Bailian Pavilion has stood firm for many years. Since they came here well prepared, it means they have already simulated countless methods against us. Why are they in such a hurry and have so many flaws?"

The Bailian Zhenzu refers to someone who behaves in a reserved manner, feels guilty, and acts like a traitor who is committing a crime for the first time.

This whole thing...

If this was really a premeditated plan, why would they send such an "outsider" to the scene?

"It's not difficult to explain."

Gu Yi carefully recalled what happened when he was besieged by the three desert bandits. After a moment of hesitation, he said unsurely, "According to my guess, the plan should be halfway through. In other words, almost everything that needs to be prepared has been prepared..."

"But due to some unexpected circumstances, such as the involvement of a third party, those hiding in the shadows realized the crisis and were forced to take risks and initiate combat operations ahead of time."

The person Gu Yi was referring to here was He Ying, who was expelled by the three desert bandit leaders including the Golden Lion King.

Gu Yi didn't know much about He Ying's identity. He only knew that he held an extraordinary status in the Jiuchongshan Sect. Not only was he targeted by the three major desert bandit leaders, but even the Bailian Pavilion had to send law enforcers who controlled golden puppets to come and rescue him.

Moreover, the most important point, and the one that is most easily overlooked, is that He Ying is accompanied by Tang Han, and Tang Han... is Tang Yi's biological brother!

Both siblings carry the elder tokens of Bailian Pavilion, so it goes without saying how respected their status is.

An elder who left Bailian Pavilion many years ago, a first-class old force from the Central Plains, whose identity is unknown, and the former big sister among the desert bandits.

It seems that neither of them is simple!

"Senior, have you ever heard of the incident eight years ago that nearly brought disaster to Xiaoyao Tower?"

Gu Yi suddenly asked.

"Have heard a little bit."

Bailian Zhenzu nodded.

In order to provide evidence more conveniently and gain the trust of Bailian Zhenzu, Gu Yi even used Xiaoyao Tower as an example.

He calmly told him that Mu Lingfei had once told him part of the truth about Kuixintang's invasion of Xiaoyao Tower.

However, after listening to what Gu Yi said, Bailian Zhenzu seemed to have fallen into some kind of contemplation. Due to the misaligned perspective, his expression was gloomy and unclear, and it was unknown what he was thinking about.

After a long moment, Bailian Zhenzu sighed deeply and said, "So what you're saying is that Guixintang and the Mo Bandits are teaming up to overthrow Bailian Pavilion?"

"I can't guarantee whether or not Guixintang was behind this incident, but..."

Gu Yi's face was serious and solemn. "Two people form a line, three people form a column. One or two undisciplined desert bandits might not be a threat, but what if someone could organize all these scattered forces? A tower can be built by gathering sand, and a tower can be built by many hands... Such a simple principle, there's no need for me and my senior to elaborate on it, right?"

"Not to mention, the bandits of today are no longer the same as they were back then. Behind them, there are families, sects, and other forces backing them up. Many of them are among the best! Some even dare to challenge the Mingshen Sect head-on!"

The implication of the last sentence is still referring to He Ying, who came from the Jiuchongshan Sect.

However, Gu Yi did not know He Ying’s true identity, but he was familiar with it!

Five years ago, because of He Ying alone, almost all the disciples on Zongjuntian Peak in Jiuchong Mountain were mobilized.

A total of three peak masters came.

Later, there was another Fengjun.

They are all genuine masters of great supernatural powers!

Even Bailian Zhenzu did not dare to take such a situation lightly, but on that occasion, the former Holy Son of Mingshen Sect not only defeated the three peak masters with his own strength, but also dared to challenge Feng Jun to his face in public.

The key is to have reason and evidence.

No one among the vast crowd dared to say anything wrong.

This is not over yet.

After the storm subsided, Bailian Zhenzu learned from Feng Jun that among the group of people who were harassed by Jiuchongshan Sect, two were Jian Jun’s junior brothers and sisters!

A former Holy Son of Mingzong is so ridiculously strong, what if the innately undefeated Sword Lord is added to the mix?

The Mingshen Sect has a deep foundation and many disciples. In order to consider the overall situation, it will not easily declare war on the Jiuchongshan Sect.

On the other hand, the Sword Master is different.

Since his debut, his background and origins have been unknown, and there has been no news at all.

One side is a first-rate, established force with a fixed geographical location, 3,000 disciples and a diverse range of abilities.

On one side is a powerful master with unpredictable whereabouts, extraordinary talent, and ridiculously strong combat power.

If the two sides have a complete grudge against each other.

The former must have no absolute means to keep the latter.

The latter once retaliated with a harsh tone.

The one who suffers the loss is the party with concerns.

It must be said that the Jiuchongshan Sect has a good vision and only picks the "hard" persimmons.

It is worthy of being a long-established first-class force in the Central Plains!

"Well, your analysis makes sense."

Bailian Zhenzu nodded thoughtfully, then stretched out his hands, placed them on Gu Yi's shoulders, and solemnly instructed: "I'll leave this matter to you!"

"Do not disappoint me!"

"what?"

Gu Yi was a little confused, wondering what was going on all of a sudden.

Also, what to do with that matter?

"What are you talking about?"

Bailian Zhenzu rolled his eyes and said, "Didn't you say before that you came back for those who couldn't come back, and to expose the conspiracy..."

"Could it be that you lied?"

"Naturally... no..."