After Being Possessed By A Witch, I Became An Outlaw

Chapter 24: A Second Blossoming

The story told by Qinghui, the Perfected Being, was quite complete.

According to the rules, the storeroom was counted at the hour of You, and then counted again at the hour of Yin. Although Qinghui spent the night on the Red Boat, he still returned to the storeroom at the hour of Yin.

At this time, he discovered that the storeroom had been robbed. He immediately sent a message to the Sword Sect and gathered other allies. He himself quickly brought Cao Yan to the Sword Sect for a meeting.

It was only the beginning of the hour of Mao, and the meeting had already begun.

When the people at the River Temple heard that Qinghui had spent the night on the Red Boat and caused the storeroom to be robbed, losing so many spirit stones, they were furious and cursed loudly.

No one suspected that Qinghui had stolen the items himself.

In order to prevent the Elder Divine Soul from stealing, both the Sword Sect and the Left River League had their own set of rules.

Once something happened in the storeroom, the responsible elder had to compensate for the loss, and there would be no opportunity for promotion in the future, nor would they be assigned to guard again.

Moreover, the elder who went to guard had to leave a strand of soul lamp in the sect. Even if they ran away, the sect could find them based on the guidance of the soul lamp.

The Elder Divine Soul who was stationed there rotated every year, and nothing had happened in these years.

After all, this position had a lot of benefits, and with such heavy responsibilities, the salary was naturally higher. And there were some losses of spirit stones during normal times, which were considered within a reasonable range.

The elder in charge of counting the storeroom every day was also this elder, and it was acceptable for them to take a little extra. It was considered tacit approval.

So guarding the spirit stone cave was equivalent to giving benefits to the Elder Divine Soul. Who would think of stealing from it?

Can't distinguish between being full and being hungry?

Those who understood didn't suspect Elder Qinghui, they just scolded him for his bad deeds.

Although the rules stated that compensation should be made, the amount of five hundred thousand spirit stones was too large. Even if he wanted to compensate, he couldn't afford it!

The crowd was angry and indignant, but Zhang Chi said, "Elder Qinghui has great integrity, and I admire him."

"??"

Everyone present was confused. How could this be considered great integrity?

Are you speaking sarcastically?

Chihuo, the Perfected Being, had a hot temper and immediately retorted, "What nonsense are you talking about, kid?"

Zhang Chi shook his head and said, "I was just thinking from Elder Qinghui's perspective. If I were Qinghui, and I neglected my duties, causing the spirit stones to be stolen, I might not immediately report it to the sect.

I might try to find the thief or the stolen items first, to make up for my mistake. If I couldn't find them, I might also cover up the incident and find a way to fill the hole.

But Elder Qinghui reported to the Sword Sect and the alliance without hesitation after the incident, without considering personal gain or loss. Although spending the night on the Red Boat was a mistake, it can still be considered great integrity.

I admire him."

This praise made Qinghui's face turn green.

Others also understood what Zhang Chi meant. He wasn't praising Qinghui, but expressing his doubts.

Clever!

After all, Zhang Chi was a junior, and it wouldn't be appropriate to question his seniors.

But in a different situation, everyone could understand. He expressed his doubts without openly accusing Qinghui, giving him some face.

The best part was that Qinghui couldn't get angry.

If Zhang Chi had questioned him, he could have gotten angry. But since Zhang Chi was praising him, if he got angry, wouldn't it show that he was guilty?

Zhang Chi was well aware that Qinghui dared to appear here because he was prepared, and the relevant evidence probably wasn't easy to find.

But this wasn't a courtroom.

This wasn't the place to present evidence.

Once the seed of doubt was planted, the accusation was already established.

Qinghui quickly explained, "I didn't think too much at the time. When I discovered the loss of the spirit stones, I was completely stunned and just wanted to report it to the sect as soon as possible."

This explanation barely passed, but could an Elder Divine Soul really have such a poor mentality?

Regardless of whether others believed it or not, Jiang Qingyun was the first to say that she believed it.

"Zhang Chi, now is the time to discuss the theft of the spirit stones. Let's not talk about irrelevant matters."

This was her verbal warning to Zhang Chi.

In front of others, she had always been a strict teacher.

Zhang Chi, of course, understood her meaning. If it didn't concern him, he might have listened, but not this time.

I stole five hundred spirit stones, and they're saying I stole five hundred thousand?

"They are slandering!"

Of course, we still have to give face to Jiang Qingyun.

So Zhang Chi only asked specific questions and refrained from making any evaluations.

"The formation last night was neither broken nor effective?"

"Yes."

"The disciples on patrol did not notice anything unusual?"

"Yes."

"When Perfected Being went back to count, was the door also closed?"

"Yes."

From the beginning, Qinghui could only provide these answers to Zhang Chi's questions.

If there were any other answers, it would contradict his previous statements.

Zhang Chi knew this, but he asked in public to make Qinghui confirm it in front of everyone, not giving him a chance to change his stance or argue.

Qinghui originally thought he had done everything flawlessly. He admitted his mistake and was willing to take responsibility.

No matter what, no one would suspect him.

But as Zhang Chi asked question after question, even though they were the answers he had anticipated, he couldn't help but feel uneasy.

"After asking so many questions, do you have any thoughts?"

Zhou You said irritably.

Zhang Chi's performance was too outstanding, making him feel embarrassed.

He didn't know what to do when questioned by the Sect Master, but Zhang Chi could calmly answer an elder's questions in front of everyone.

The comparison was clear.

He certainly didn't want Zhang Chi to continue stealing the limelight.

Zhang Chi had asked enough questions and then smiled at Zhou You before bowing to Jiang Qingyun, who was sitting in the upper seat. "Disciple believes that we should immediately arrest all the disciples guarding the storeroom and detain them separately for interrogation.

At the same time, please have Elder Cao and Elder Qinghui temporarily stay at the Sect Headquarters to cooperate with the investigation."

When these words came out, the whole scene was shocked.

Jiang Qingyun's eyes widened.

You brat, are you out of your mind?

If Elder Divine Soul made a mistake, he could compensate for it with money. But you suspect him, you shouldn't be so direct!

"Are you suspecting this seat of stealing while guarding?"

Qinghui Perfected Being snorted coldly, releasing a strong killing intent.

Divine Soul experts could harm people with their thoughts.

But Zhang Chi wasn't afraid at all. Under the gaze of everyone, this guy dared to make a move?

He showed no signs of fear and calmly stared back at Qinghui Perfected Being.

As Zhang Chi expected, that terrifying aura dissipated as it approached him, never truly landing on him.

Zhang Chi had a powerful backer, the Sect Master was watching from his seat!

"Elder Qinghui, I am not suspecting you of stealing while guarding. I just ask you to avoid suspicion. Elder, rest assured, if I investigate this matter, I will clear your name within three days."

Qinghui was speechless. I don't even know if I'm innocent myself.

And you think you can clear my name?

Jiang Qingyun said coldly, "Zhang Chi, your cultivation is still shallow, and the matter of the spirit stones is of great importance. How can you bear the responsibility?"

Elder Chong Xu, on the other hand, had a face full of wrinkles but was smiling. He said gently, "Sect Master, this old man thinks we can give the young man a chance.

How about this, let Zhou You lead the White Tiger Hall to investigate the Spirit Stone Cave, and Zhang Chi will assist. What do you think, Sect Master?"

Chong Xu was playing another trick, just like three days ago.

Ignoring the reactions in the hall, the onlookers outside the River Temple were already in an uproar.

Wow, you're just bullying one person here!

Sorry, I forgot to set the timer and only realized it wasn't sent.

(End of this chapter)