readytorunbook Chapter 238 Counterattack
Chapter 238 Counterattack
Chapter 238: Counter Kill
Yi Ran's actions served as a great warning to Zhang Chi.
In the future, one must never cultivate fire attribute techniques, as it will burn one's brain.
Yi Ran is already quite old, yet he acted so foolishly.
He had many ways to handle the situation, but he chose the worst one.
If it were Zhang Chi, he would definitely remain silent and not attract attention.
Before doing anything, he would handle everything properly. Even if others suspect him, so what?
As long as he denies it, others wouldn't dare to easily kill him without evidence.
After all, he is a Divine Ability Perfected Being. Can others really kill him without evidence?
This is the righteous path, not the Demon Dao.
However, Yi Ran was provoked by a few glances and chose to confront Zhang Chi.
As long as he doesn't confront him, his chances of losing are zero.
Once they start confronting each other, regardless of Zhang Chi's performance, the probability of victory or defeat is fifty percent.
Moreover, he didn't consider who he was confronting.
Speaking plainly, would people believe a young man who is gentle, just, and kind-hearted, or would they believe an irritable old fox who is suspected of framing others?
Yi Ran's words didn't have an effective impact on Zhang Chi.
Zhang Chi calmly said, "There must be a mole in the Profound Heart Sect. If we allow the mole to exist, no one will be at ease when facing the enemy.
If our hearts are not united, we will likely repeat the same mistakes.
To defend against external threats, we must first ensure internal stability. Although it may waste some time, it is necessary to find the mole. Does the elder think it is not the right time to find the mole?"
Zhang Chi used to be a lawyer and was skilled in arguing.
Yi Ran couldn't even argue with Miao Yin, so how could he be Zhang Chi's opponent?
Being questioned like this by Zhang Chi, he could only forcefully argue, "Who are you, an unknown junior, to meddle in the affairs of the alliance?"
"Zhang Chi is not an unknown junior. He represents the Sword Sect, which is also a member of the alliance. Until now, the alliance has not expelled the Sword Sect, so Zhang Chi naturally has the right to speak.
On the other hand, the Treasure Weapon Sect is not among the nine sects of the alliance. In terms of the right to speak, you are still inferior to Zhang Chi."
Long Yan's words instantly dealt a fatal blow to Yi Ran.
You said Zhang Chi has no right to speak?
Sorry, although the Sword Sect is currently weak, his right to speak is greater than yours.
Yi Ran covered his chest and was so angry that he almost vomited blood.
Long Yan also knew that Zhang Chi's identity as a member of the Sword Sect alone was not enough to make him stand out among the Human Venerables. She continued, "In addition to being the head of the Sword Sect, Zhang Chi is also my unacknowledged Dao companion."
Long Yan's words shocked the entire audience.
Wow, I can't help but exclaim!
The young miss of the Long Family was actually taken away by a young man?
Miao Yin was also shocked and angry.
The man she had just set her sights on was snatched away before she even made a move?
Announcing Zhang Chi's identity in front of so many people, Long Yan felt a bit shy.
But amidst her shyness, she also felt a hidden joy.
This kind of joy in asserting her sovereignty is something that ordinary people cannot experience.
Especially when she saw the shocked expression in Miao Yin's eyes, Long Yan became even more certain that her assertion was correct.
Since it has already begun, Zhang Chi's identity must be firmly established.
Long Yan emphasized, "Zhang Chi is a genius recognized by my father. Although his cultivation level is not high now, his future achievements will be extraordinary.
Moreover, solving a case depends on wisdom, not cultivation level. Zhang Chi has always been intelligent and quick-witted. I hope everyone can give him a chance."
Long Yan's strong support for Zhang Chi made it impossible for anyone to not give him face.
Long Yan's words revealed a lot of information. Zhang Chi is Long Yan's Dao companion. If it was just Long Yan's unilateral announcement, it wouldn't be a big deal.
Everyone knows that Long Yan is young and has a fondness for good-looking young men. It's not a big deal.
Even if they are considered Dao companions now, they might still separate in the future.
People in the Immortal Cultivation World have long lifespans, and it's not strange for Dao companions to change three or five times.
But Zhang Chi has Long Yi's recognition, and that's different.
Long Yi didn't hide what happened at the Dragon Transformation Palace before.
Although this news hasn't spread everywhere, the higher-ups are well aware that Long Yi only has ten years left.
Knowing this news, the high-level members of the Dragon River Alliance had complex feelings.
The Dragon Transformation Palace has been in control of the Dragon River Alliance for so many years, and it is unshakable.
Cultivators are proud individuals. How can they willingly stay under others when they are born in this world?
But for thousands of years, no one has been able to shake the position of the Dragon Transformation Palace.
Not to mention the old ancestors of the Dao Integration Realm, even the young talents of the same generation couldn't surpass the Dragon Transformation Palace.
The previous generation's Long Yi, who was of the same generation as Miao Qin Perfected Being, was considered a peerless genius, but he was still not a match for Long Yi.
And this generation's Long Yan is even more unbeatable. She reached the peak of Divine Soul at the age of one hundred, and there is no one of the same generation who can rival her. In the entire Western State, she is considered a top-tier genius.
The other sects of the same generation have no one who can fight.
In recent years, other sects have naturally been unwilling as well.
But to say that they want to overthrow the Dragon Transformation Palace, it hasn't reached that level.
Long Yi, as the only Dao Integration expert, is also the face of the Dragon River Alliance.
For a faction, if they don't have such a top expert, they may be exploited by external forces. The members of the alliance can have a strong backing when they are out and about.
In any case, things have come to this point, and several major sects have not yet undermined the Dragon Transformation Palace.
A centipede may be dead but not stiff. If they really have any ideas, let's see the situation in ten years!
At this time, no one will provoke the authority of the Dragon Transformation Palace.
Everyone knows that when a strong expert is close to death, it is actually the most terrifying time for them.
They will act without any scruples, and perhaps they will take away a few threats to their descendants.
At this time, the Dragon Transformation Palace will also be particularly sensitive. Things that were not important before may now be seen as provocations by the Dragon Transformation Palace.
Therefore, when Long Yan so enthusiastically stood up for Zhang Chi, other sensible sects also expressed their support for Zhang Chi's leadership in the investigation.
Zhang Chi did not expect Long Yan to be so direct and couldn't help but look at her in surprise.
Long Yan's face carried a hint of shyness, but she still responded firmly to Zhang Chi's questioning gaze.
"I've got everything under control."
This is probably the joy of being protected by a rich woman.
Zhang Chi couldn't help but be moved in his heart. Long Yan is someone he can rely on. When there's something, she really steps up.
In Zhang Chi's original plan, he did not count on the support of Long Yan and Miao Yin. But now with their support, his plan can proceed much more smoothly.
The eye contact between the two was also noticed by others. Miao Yin's face suddenly turned pale, feeling a dull pain as if something precious had been taken away by someone else.
Not long ago, it was her who had eye contact with Zhang Chi!
Miao Yin had a thousand words in her heart, but at this moment, she didn't say anything, just silently turned her head away, unable to bear looking anymore.
Seeing the situation change like this, Yi Ran's face suddenly became pale.
He trembled and stepped back, feeling weak all over.
And at this moment, because his brain had cooled down, a little bit of lost intelligence returned.
He finally realized how foolish it was for him to stand up and refute Zhang Chi. There is a saying that a guilty conscience betrays itself, and he didn't know how many people would start to suspect him.
With this thought, when other people's gazes looked over, Yi Ran's psychological pressure suddenly increased.
Actually, many people didn't initially think that he was the mole, they were just thinking about Yi Ran's grievances with Zhang Chi and the numerous times he had made a fool of himself. Everyone wanted to see his reaction when he was humiliated again.
The front row was just watching the show without thinking too much.
But Yi Ran took it as others' suspicious gazes, and coupled with the fact that he had done something bad and Zhang Chi had hinted at it several times, Yi Ran couldn't help but be suspicious.
He forced himself to calm down and silently told himself not to speak anymore.
But after Zhang Chi thanked everyone for their recognition, he locked his gaze on him again.
You're looking at me again!
"To be honest with all the seniors, the reason why I didn't reveal the identity of the mole is not because I lack evidence, but because I can't understand that person's motive."
Although Zhang Chi seemed to be speaking to everyone, his gaze was focused on Yi Ran, implying something too obvious for the big shots to ignore.
However, they all remained calm. Since Zhang Chi volunteered to be the leader in investigating the mole, they would cooperate and see how he operated.
Even if they didn't speak, just converging their gaze on Yi Ran created a great sense of pressure.
The hall suddenly became quiet, and Zhang Chi and Yi Ran became the center of attention.
Others calmly pondered along with Zhang Chi's words.
Indeed, being a mole requires a motive.
The destruction of the Profound Heart Sect benefits no one present.
Including the Treasure Weapon Sect.
Originally, the Treasure Weapon Sect was behind the Profound Heart Sect. With the downfall of the Profound Heart Sect, the Treasure Weapon Sect would have to face the River Monster Race head-on.
The people of the Treasure Weapon Sect must have lost their minds to associate with the River Monster Race.
Everyone looked at Yi Ran, but couldn't help but mutter to themselves.
Isn't this exactly what Zhang Chi said? He truly doesn't understand the mole's motive.
Not only Zhang Chi, but others also don't understand!
When the whole room fell silent and all eyes were focused on Yi Ran, he couldn't help but say sternly, "Why is everyone looking at me? Do you suspect me? I dare to swear to the heavens that I didn't sabotage the Profound Heart Sect's formation! I am not the mole, nor did I collude with the Monster Race!"
Under the immense pressure, Yi Ran felt that everyone had become smarter. He quickly realized that he wasn't the mole after all. He only wanted to kill Zhang Chi, he didn't damage the formation, nor did he collude with the Monster Race. He was just panicking!
It was all because of Zhang Chi's manipulation. He linked the Monster Attracting Banner with the mole, and marked the holder of the Monster Attracting Banner as the mole. In his nervousness, Yi Ran almost believed it himself.
Now that he had regained his senses, he naturally wanted to distance himself.
Ha, this is what they call an unparalleled genius in dealing with evil?
Yi Ran believed that as long as he made a heavenly oath, others would definitely believe him. When the time came, Zhang Chi wouldn't be able to slander him blindly.
Seeing Yi Ran being so bold as to bring up the heavenly oath, the gaze of the onlookers turned back to Zhang Chi.
He made an oath, what can you say now?
Seeing this, Yi Ran's eyes also showed a hint of pride.
I've turned the tables!
But Zhang Chi, facing the scrutiny of everyone, remained calm. The corners of his mouth slightly curved as he said, "I didn't expect the senior to be willing to swear to prove your innocence. Since that's the case, it doesn't have to be so complicated. Senior, just swear that you have nothing to do with this Monster Attracting Banner, isn't that enough?"
Yi Ran: "..."
Oh no, I've been counterattacked!
(End of this chapter)