Ji Youze knew the answer to the old monk’s question. Xiaosuisui was born on the day auspicious signs fell from the sky, and she was inherently blessed with immense fortune.
"Master, if you are aware of her abilities but still wish to forcibly keep her, do you really think Qixia Temple, once built, cannot be destroyed?"
Ji Youze implied that if Master Liao Kong truly dared to keep Xiaosuisui in Qixia Temple, the temple was bound to face a calamity that could result in its complete destruction.
"Amitabha! You are a wise man and must understand that although the Princess possesses great power, she lacks control over it. If left unchecked, this will surely lead to disaster rather than blessings!"
"You need not trouble yourself with this matter, Master. The Princess is still very young and does not understand many things yet, but we will not stand idly by. We have specifically arranged for people to be by her side who will guide her and teach her to be wholeheartedly good."
With his warrior’s temper flaring, Ji Youzhi disregarded all decorum and openly revealed the Ji Family’s plans for Xiaosuisui.
Upon hearing this, the old monk’s expression remained unchanged. Instead, he asked, "This humble monk heard that the tornado over the sea of clouds two nights ago seemed to have some connection with the Princess?"
Ji Youzhi: "..." Damn it, this Buddhist monk’s words are even sharper than his own when he’s interrogating suspects!
"Master Liao Kong! This Qixia Temple was built by my Zhu Family’s ancestors. Our Zhu Family has never asked Qixia Temple to do anything for us. Now, I implore you to be merciful. Suisui is still young; she has her whole life ahead of her. She cannot take refuge in Buddhism!"
Zhu Xiuxiu sincerely implored Master Liao Kong to be lenient.
However, Master Liao Kong maintained his stance, rooted in monastic compassion. "Benefactor Zhu, this humble monk is a man of the cloth, and men of the cloth cherish compassion. The Princess’s power, at best, could cause minor injuries and distress; at worst, it could lead to families being torn apart and lives lost, potentially even endangering all the common people under Heaven! This humble monk cannot agree to your request."
"Master! She is just a child! You say she could harm the entire world, but on what grounds do you assume she will bring disaster instead of benefiting all living beings?"
Upon hearing this, Zhu Xiuxiu was infuriated and immediately retorted to Master Liao Kong!
Master Liao Kong intoned, "Amitabha. Before the Princess can control her own actions, the likelihood of her bringing harm to the world is indeed greater than the likelihood of her benefiting the common people. Therefore, this humble monk absolutely cannot, and will not, allow such a thing to happen!"
"Old monk, are you determined to be unreasonable? Then don’t blame me for not being courteous!"
Ji Youzhi grew agitated. Ever since he returned to Ling Village, Xiaosuisui had loved it most when he held her and played Feifei with her. He, Ji Youzhi, would absolutely never agree to let her become a nun.
"Benefactor, do not be wroth. You are no match for this humble monk!"
Ji Youzhi was already in a towering rage, and now, being told this by the old monk, he completely exploded. With a bellow, he raised his fist and lunged at the old monk, shouting, "Third Brother, take Suisui and go!"
Only then did Ji Youcheng react, reaching out towards Huo Xing’Er to take Suisui.
Huo Xing’Er, quick of eye and hand, immediately passed Suisui to him!
However, the old monk feinted towards Ji Youzhi with one hand, while his actual target was Xiaosuisui, whom Ji Youcheng had just taken.
"Run!"
Seeing this, Huo Xing’Er flung out several sheets of Talisman Paper. They instantly formed a barrier, blocking Master Liao Kong and buying Ji Youcheng a single breath’s time.
In that single breath’s time, Ji Youcheng seized the opportunity and dashed towards the courtyard gate. But just as he was about to step out of the courtyard, his pupils suddenly contracted...
Author’s Note: Darlings, Dalin recently discovered a treasure of a book called ’Treasure of the Farmhouse with a Space.’ It’s a long novel that’s nearing completion. If you can’t get enough of Suisui, you might want to check this one out. Love you all, muah!