After Being Possessed By A Witch, I Became An Outlaw

Chapter 40: Gu Youyou's Social Anxiety

Compared to Zhou You's suspected collaboration with thieves, Chong Xu, the Perfected Being, suffered a major loss, so the new scandal wasn't a big deal.

But as far as scandals go, this one was quite impressive.

The one who reported Zhou Ran was Chen Runyu. She usually appeared naive and innocent, but when it came to fighting for her idol, her intelligence instantly took the upper hand.

While others engaged in verbal battles, she traced the origins of the rumors.

When Zhou Ran did these things, he didn't think about concealing them at all, so he was immediately exposed.

The rumors initially spread from Zhou Ran's lackeys. If they had only mentioned the fact that Zhang Chi was driven back, it would have been fine. But Zhou Ran kept escalating, adding personal touches.

He instructed people to spread rumors that everything Tang Ruoling did was orchestrated by Zhang Chi, and that all of Zhang Chi's previous achievements were fake.

Although there was no evidence, this kind of news quickly sparked discussions.

When three people say something, it becomes a fact. Those who had the rationality to investigate were ultimately the minority. Many people thought it was fake when they first heard it, but after hearing it repeatedly, they believed it.

Zhou Ran became even more excited when he heard others discussing Zhang Chi. He couldn't stop himself and even started spreading rumors that the Sect Master and Zhang Chi were having an affair.

Although the news was outrageous, it gained a lot of attention.

At that time, Zhou Ran didn't expect that so many people would discuss it and that he would be exposed.

Chen Runyu caught Zhou Ran's lackeys, and without hesitation, they sold Zhou Ran out.

Seeing this, Chong Xu's body swayed again.

The descendants he passed down were really not up to par. Each one of them was too rough in their actions.

Even Zhou You, who was at least a hall master, personally set fire and even had Zhang Chi record it. It was even more outrageous that he let Zhang Chi take a picture.

If it weren't for that photo stone, Zhang Chi wouldn't be able to explain himself today.

Zhou Ran's actions were also in line with the previous generation. They mainly focused on spreading rumors under real names.

Jiang Qingyun's face turned red and white after hearing this. It was obvious that he was very angry.

Tang Feng couldn't help but comment, "This time, father and son are teaming up to bully one person!"

This father and son didn't know if they were referring to two people or three.

With this sentence, he also set the tone.

Last time, everyone was dissatisfied with how Jiang Qingyun handled Zhou Ran. He only apologized briefly and forgave his mistakes. Little did they know that he not only didn't repent, but also spread rumors and caused trouble.

The most infuriated now were those who followed the trend and blackened Zhang Chi. They felt deceived and their anger made them more excited to denounce Zhou Ran, and they even started to criticize Zhou You.

Fortunately, because there were two people to bear the blame, the firepower on the Elder's side was reduced.

People from other sects couldn't help but exclaim, Sword Sect's scandal is really delicious.

Especially for Pill Hall and Weapon Refining Pavilion, who were usually suppressed by Sword Sect, they were now delighted to see Sword Sect making a fool of themselves.

The Perfected Being, Chihuo, laughed, "Disciples like this in our Pill Hall would be expelled from the sect."

The Perfected Being, Tongchui, from Weapon Refining Pavilion, also agreed, "Hasn't Sword Sect always had strict rules? It seems that there is still some room for manipulation."

These two people were really playing with fire, and they both enjoyed the heated discussion.

The disciples and elders of Sword Sect felt insulted but couldn't refute it because it was the truth.

"Elder Jiang really knows how to educate his children. Fortunately, you don't have many descendants, otherwise, I can't imagine how lively Sword Sect would be today."

Jiang Qingyun's sarcastic remark made Chong Xu lose face.

As an elder, being publicly mocked by a young person, he couldn't refute it, and the frustration in his heart was imaginable.

But he had to endure it.

Jiang Qingyun didn't continue to kick a man when he was down. It wasn't a glorious thing to do.

"Leave Zhou Ran to the Elder for handling. I believe the Elder will give everyone a satisfactory explanation."

After saying that, Jiang Qingyun left with a flick of his sleeve.

Chong Xu covered his forehead, as if he was about to faint from the anger caused by the younger generation.

And hidden beneath his covered palms were eyes filled with chilling killing intent...

The others had their fill of the drama and dispersed.

Zhang Chi took advantage of the night and sneaked away.

"Don't go out during this time, stay at home and hide."

At this moment, his hatred value was too high. Qinghui and the Elder definitely wanted to get rid of him.

There was no other way. After all, he was just an ordinary disciple. How could he resist the powerful Elder with high status without paying any price?

When it was necessary to take risks, he had to take risks. But after taking risks, he also had to be cautious and protect his own life.

Gu Youyou also followed the advice and, after returning to her residence, she began to meditate and cultivate after Zhang Chi handed over his body.

Zhang Chi suddenly felt like he had found a substitute liver.

Perhaps, the second brother was his Goldfinger after all, even though the second brother was a bit shady and liked to do bad things.

But perhaps this was the manifestation of his own dark side.

"Ah, there's no way. Everyone has good and evil in their hearts. I have a too kind personality, so the second brother is destined to have more evil. I can't blame him."

Zhang Chi quickly forgave the second brother for stealing things and people, as for whether the other victims forgave him or not, he didn't care.

After voluntarily handing over his body, although he was conscious, he wouldn't feel tired the next day.

Zhang Chi felt that this could also be used to his advantage.

With his body cultivating on its own, he could fully focus on other things.

For example, studying techniques or thinking about some legitimate defense plans...

However, when Zhang Chi concentrated and calmed his mind, what appeared in his mind was the Nine Probes of the Divine Dragon and things related to it.

The taste of the demoness was really good...

After his mind was filled with rubbish, Zhang Chi actually realized something.

Why was the replenishing effect of ordinary cultivation techniques not as good as the Nine Probes of the Divine Dragon?

Through personal experience, Zhang Chi vaguely sensed the mystery behind it.

It should be related to the Divine Soul.

In the cultivation world, the body and the soul are generally considered separate. The body is only a vessel, and the Divine Soul is the true self.

But in reality, the Divine Soul and the body should be one.

The Nine Probes of the Divine Dragon should stimulate the body continuously, affecting the Divine Soul.

If this line of thinking is applied to serious cultivation, it might be possible to develop a technique that cultivates both the Divine Body and the Divine Soul.

Zhang Chi's spirit shook, and he realized that the end of cultivation was actually replenishing techniques?

Of course, the above was purely the imagination of a Qi Condensation cultivator, and there wasn't much practical experience.

Next time, he would try it with Tang Ruoling.

While Zhang Chi was contemplating, he suddenly regained control of his body and unconsciously used the palm technique he had been pondering.

"Rebel! What are you doing!"

With a crisp sound, Zhang Chi's hand hurt, and he saw Jiang Qingyun, dressed in a purple veil, appear in front of him.

Jiang Qingyun's face turned red as she took a few steps back.

Although Zhang Chi didn't actually touch her just now, he was very close.

This rebel actually had designs on her!

Zhang Chi only then realized what had happened.

The second brother probably had some social anxiety. Every time he had to communicate with others, he would retreat.

As a result, Zhang Chi unexpectedly made a move against Jiang Qingyun.

Unfortunately, he failed.

Zhang Chi felt regretful, but quickly explained, "I'm sorry, Master. I didn't mean to offend. It was just a sudden awakening during cultivation, an unconscious action. Please forgive me, Master."

Jiang Qingyun: "..."

You explained it very well. If I hadn't noticed that fleeting look of regret, you would have fooled me, you rebel!

(End of this chapter)