Fairy, Don't Be Afraid, I Am Blind

Chapter 310 - 182: Riding the Azure Boat with the Three Elders (Part 2)

You Su’s mind was a tangled mess, and he could feel the gentle warmth of Chengtao Venerable was not fake. But such a person turned out to be the culprit for nurturing evil spirits.

"However, he still retained his conscience, only using the power of the three patriarchs to feed the hidden earth without sacrificing anyone. However, what he did not expect was that the corruption of the hidden earth was actually the conspiracy of the Master of Dreams and the Lord of Five Elements a thousand years ago. Once the corruption of the hidden earth is completed, Jade Ring Pool will become the inland nest of the evil spirits. He and Mr. Cuihe wanted to return from their misguided path but were trapped in a design by Shenxi Venerable and the hidden earth with ill intentions. The people outside Jade Ring Pool, who were aware, thought it was still the order of the patriarchs, began to act more and more extinct, devoid of humanity, until you broke the illusion of the hidden earth, the situation began to reverse."

You Su was speechless, stunned by the twists and turns behind this event.

More importantly, You Su found a certain empathy with Chengtao Venerable.

He still remembered when he mistakenly thought his junior sister and master were possessed by evil spirits; to keep them alive, You Su could even choose to compromise with the evil spirit in their bodies. So, he and Chengtao Venerable, in a way, are the same kind of people, willing to do anything for those they cherish.

"However, in terms of results... Chengtao Venerable not only did not harm anyone but also successfully returned to the right path. Even if he can’t be a patriarch anymore, he shouldn’t be reduced to a prisoner. Moreover, after this battle, Chengtao Venerable will surely be more resolute in eradicating evil paths. Isn’t there even a chance for correction?"

You Su recalled the lost and trapped appearance of Chengtao Venerable, as if he was seeing his own future.

"What do you think the purpose of the First Elder taking you there for talks was?"

Third Elder frowned, and said seriously:

"He wants you to take Chengtao Venerable as a lesson! Even Chengtao Venerable himself considers himself guilty, he paid a huge price just to protect Mr. Cuihe’s life! So, no matter what the purpose is, trying to use the power of evil spirits is wrong! If everyone can be forgiven like this, the continent would have long been overwhelmed by evil spirits!"

You Su immediately fell silent, with indescribable entanglement in his heart.

Morally, what Third Elder said is extremely right; but from selfishness, if one day only evil spirits can save the ones he cherishes, You Su probably would still choose this path of no return.

"But... I see the Exorcism Bureau also uses evil spirits in many places, using Meat Rong Ghosts to possess dry bones, using evil spirits to trap Chengtao Venerable... can they do it?"

Third Elder was somewhat annoyed yet slightly helpless at You Su’s rebuttal. She stood up her proud chest that might not even be completely grasped with two hands, like a stern master:

"People only fear what they cannot control; similarly, people have a different fascination with things they cannot control. What we really need to restrain is this fascination, understand?"

You Su remained silent, finding Third Elder’s explanation somewhat pale.

Third Elder pursed her lips and added:

"Do you think everyone in the Exorcism Bureau can use these low-level evil spirits as tools? Only the First Elder, one of the three leaders, can do so. The First Elder seems gentle, but actually hates evil very much, and can even do something outrageous to eradicate evil spirits, in his eyes, those who worship evil spirits cannot tolerate even a speck. Chengtao Venerable’s tragic end also involves the First Elder. In his view, any thing can be a tool to help him cut down evil, including evil spirits. But it’s merely a tool, countless evil spirits have died at his hands. He is kind to people and has countless achievements, yet only this point receives widespread criticism from other members of the Exorcism Bureau. Evil spirits, no matter how weak, should not be casually touched, understand?"

"You Su understands."

You Su replied softly, secretly shocked as he recalled the torture instruments stained with dark blood in the prison and that kind, gentle old man’s ruthless side:

"But why, despite the criticism, can the First Elder still do this?"

You Su thought this question felt pointless, as the man’s status and power entirely provided the confidence to walk an unusual path.

"The First Elder’s honorific title is Celestial Technique Venerable, in skill he is considered the strongest in this generation, his Mind Control Skill can even manipulate those low-level evil spirits. Similarly, his research on evil spirits is also among the deepest. Coupled with his experience, he is arguably the person least likely to believe in evil spirits, in his hands evil spirits are merely pure tools, the other two leaders allow him to act this way. Don’t try to imitate him, because you won’t manage."

You Su slightly nodded, inevitably thinking of himself.

Due to carrying the Power of the True God, he was already a combination of various evil spirit powers, including the unknown effect of the hidden earth. From this perspective, he isn’t incapable of learning to be like the First Elder, possibly even better at controlling evil spirits.

If evil spirits can be transformed into controllables that can be accepted, then his previous struggle would also vanish.

You Su’s access to the power of evil spirits wasn’t like others’ uncontrollable. This Divine Son’s path to eliminate evil will greatly coincide with his True Lord path to punish condemned courtiers.

While accepting cultivation from the Exorcism Bureau to continuously cut down evil, at the same time restoring the True Lord’s power. Currently, he was forced onto this path, but one day he will no longer be manipulated by anyone. Whether it’s cutting down evil or doing other things, they will be according to his own thoughts.

The prerequisite is before understanding the Exorcism Bureau’s attitude toward the True Lord, he absolutely cannot expose himself.

"You Su, it’s inevitable for you to deal with evil spirits in the future, remember what my venerable has said, did you hear?" Third Elder saw You Su silent and began to look stern with a rare solemnity in her mature beauty, "Although my venerable doesn’t like you, I also don’t want to see a day of becoming enemy with you."

You Su was taken aback, his heart somewhat touched, and immediately bowed:

"There will never be a day when I become an enemy with Third Elder."

Third Elder heard this, although she felt his vow somewhat off-topic, but looking at You Su’s solemn demeanor, she didn’t mind too much.

The beautiful woman had a complex emotion towards You Su, she disliked men, but had to admit she was indebted to You Su. This eighteen-year-old boy having fought life and death at Jade Ring Pool, to now facing such burdens, all of this cannot be detached from her instruction for You Su to go to Jade Ring Pool to seek the Lotus Heart.

Upon thinking about it, the beautiful woman sighed slowly, her voice softening:

"I don’t know what exactly the First Elder talked with you, but you don’t need to be afraid or panic too much, just live as usual with an ordinary mind like your senior sister. Your senior sister’s current achievements actually have little to do with their support. Do well yourself, and everything will fall into place."

You Su suddenly realized, admiring his senior sister more, learning she was an official Divine Maiden, even though he thought her accomplishment of the Feather Transformation Realm at such a young age couldn’t do without the Exorcism Bureau’s support, unexpectedly, it was truly all self-dependent.

"If You Su can be one-tenth as good as the senior sister, that will be enough."

"Ha!" Third Elder coldly laughed at You Su’s modesty, "The road is long ahead."

"Though the road is blocked and long, proceeding will reach." You Su said solemnly.

"Pile of nice words, go back, and relax."

Third Elder disdainfully took another sip of wine, and the green boat had already landed, stopping at the foot of Lotus Peak.

You Su smelled the familiar air, knowing he was home.

He stood up, respectfully thanked Third Elder, as if remembered something, he took out the Emperor’s House Tree Seed from the Qiankun Bag.

"Third Elder, returning this Emperor’s House Tree Seed to you, it wasn’t used for the Lotus Heart this time."

Third Elder looked at the delicate twig within the amber, pursed her lips, and her eyes were full of nostalgia.

This seed was once regarded by her as a second life object, unfortunately, she didn’t have the ability to nurture it, even though she has been a well-known Void Realm venerable for many years.

She lowered her gaze, and said softly: "Keep it, it makes a good protective talisman. After all, it can’t be cultivated, it’s useless for me."

You Su paused for a moment, then nodded.

In his heart, he secretly thought, one day he must grow the Emperor’s House Tree for Third Elder.