I Can Recognize Everything, But the Information is Wrong-Chapter 205 - 169: Letting the Maid Take the Blame

Tian Lin had no interest in the Dharma Manifestation Pill inside Nine-Life True Man's tomb.

Or to be more precise, he was not interested in raiding Nine-Life True Man's tomb again.

He still remembered entering Nine-Life True Man's tomb in the illusion; if it had not been for Dao Seeking Mountain's Dao Bell, he would have died in the illusion then and there.

Besides, the woman suspected to be the Nine-Life True Man seemed to be at sea. Did Tian Lin have the audacity of a bear's heart and a leopard's courage to rob her tomb at such a time?

"Who knows what Zhou Shoufan is scheming—perhaps the news about Nine-Life True Man's tomb was leaked by him.

It could be a trap."

Pondering without success, Tian Lin headed back to his residence with a sullen mood.

According to Yu'er's understanding, anyone who goes fishing would not resist showing off their catch.

But seeing Tian Lin frown and walk straight into his house upon returning to the residence, she guessed that Tian Lin had come back empty-handed.

Naturally, she wouldn't rub salt in the wound but instead considerately brewed some tea for Tian Lin and initiated some light-hearted topics:

"The clan said that the thirteenth young master is coming back, so they invited the theater troupe from Tianbei County to perform at the residence—

A lot of tributes have been watching the play at the old house this time. I don't know if you, sir, are interested in watching it?"

Tian Lin, having lived two lifetimes, had little interest in watching plays.

He shook his head, and Yu'er continued:

"The Moon Fairy of Guanghan Society is not only an Early-stage Foundation Establishment expert but also as beautiful as a celestial.

If you, sir, could get to know her, it would be greatly beneficial for you."

Hearing this, Tian Lin's heart wavered.

He remembered Yu'er telling him before that cultivation emphasizes wealth, companions, techniques, and location.

Among these, wealth comes first, and 'Dao companions' are second.

"Forget it."

Tian Lin thought for a moment and then shook his head:

"I'm not good at socializing. There's no point in making things hard for myself and others. If you want to watch a play, go by yourself."

By then, Cui'er had already brought the meal from the kitchen, with only Tian Lin eating the Water Spirit Rice.

This time, it was not Yu'er who spoke, but Cui'er standing to the side suddenly asked Tian Lin:

"Did the master hear anything outside about a Golden Core grand tomb about to be opened at Kun Lake?"

Tian Lin paused with his chopsticks and replied, "I've heard about it from the Water Official at the Immortal Sinking Pond, but what came out of the tomb was Dharma Manifestation Pill, a concern only for those in the mid-stage Foundation Establishment. It is irrelevant to me."

Hearing this, Cui'er couldn't help but retort:

"If the master is still considering breaking through his cultivation, the Dharma Manifestation Pill will eventually be necessary. Moreover, how could there only be Dharma Manifestation Pills in the Golden Core's tomb?

Even if the master doesn't aim for the Dharma Manifestation Pill, he can still aim for other treasures in the tomb."

Still, Tian Lin shook his head: "Many people share your viewpoint. Once everyone starts competing, won't it be extremely dangerous?"

Cui'er laughed in frustration. She dared not get angry with Tian Lin but couldn't help muttering:

"Daoist Gao He next door and Immortal Cai, both in the Early-stage Foundation Establishment, are not afraid of danger—moreover, cultivation is an act against the heavens. If such an opportunity is missed, who knows when it will come again."

After her grumbling, Yu'er immediately interrupted her.

Yu'er, concerned, glanced at Tian Lin and found that he wasn't angry, so she felt somewhat relieved.

Still, she turned her head and scolded Cui'er: "Have you finished your studies today? If not, go back to your room and practice your swordsmanship."

Cui'er walked away sullenly, and Yu'er explained to Tian Lin:

"This girl has always been outspoken since she was a child, but her heart is not bad, please don't take it to heart, sir."

Tian Lin nodded, not angry at all, but asked Yu'er:

"So, all the Foundation Establishment Cultivators in Pingyang City want to share a piece of this Golden Core grand tomb?"

Yu'er, thinking that Tian Lin was tempted, eagerly added:

"Every strong Foundation Establishment cultivator in Pingyang City, whether they are at the early or mid-stage, is waiting for the tomb to open.

Among these people, there are Array Masters, Talisman Makers, and Artifact Refiners... so although the tomb seems dangerous, with so many strong cultivators cooperating, it should actually be quite safe."

Tian Lin then asked her: "Is it only the Foundation Establishment Cultivators from Pingyang City who are coming? Are there no Golden Core stage cultivators or immortal disciples coming?"

"Other than our ancestor, I have not heard of any Golden Core cultivators coming. As for those immortal disciples, aside from a few who are nearby, none are rushing to Pingyang City for the Dharma Manifestation Pill."

"Are there any disciples from Wendaos Sect?"

Yu'er shook her head, and Tian Lin felt slightly disappointed.

He had no expectations for the opening of this grand tomb, and after finishing the rice in his bowl, he waved Yu'er out.

Both his maidservants were from the Zhou Family, with Yu'er being more obedient and useful, while Cui'er was less so.

However, both wanted him to 'strive for improvement'.

Tian Lin didn't think that the two wanted to harm him, but genuinely saw the Nine-Life True Man's grand tomb as an opportunity. Despite the dangers, they should seize it.

They seemed to hope that he would grow stronger so they could rise with the tide.

Of course, Tian Lin also wanted to become stronger, but he was not willing to risk fighting for the grand tomb.

That night, Tian Lin practiced meditation and consumed Buddha Demon Pills.

The next morning, as soon as he got up, he heard a knock on the door.

With a sweep of his Spiritual Sense, Tian Lin knew it was Gao He, and he nodded to Yu'er, who had already risen.

Yu'er opened the door, and indeed, it was Gao He and his wife.

Gao He saluted Tian Lin from afar: "Fellow Tian, you know about the Golden Core grand tomb at the bottom of Kun Lake, right?"

Tian Lin nodded and said, "I've already heard about it from the maidservant. Fellow Gao is here to explore the tomb together, right?"

Gao He nodded and said, "I've already arranged to meet with four or five friends. When the time comes, a few of us at the Early-stage Foundation Establishment working together might not be any worse than an individual at the mid-stage Foundation Establishment.

Even if we don't get the Dharma Manifestation Pill, there are plenty of treasures in the Golden Core tomb. If we can just find a treasure, it will be enough to cover our expenses for years."

His words were indeed tempting, but Tian Lin shook his head and refused:

"I appreciate your kind offer, Fellow Gao, but I just want to make an honest living from fishing and not seek treasures and risk."

Gao He couldn't help but say:

"How much can you earn from fishing? If I'm not wrong, since that first day you caught a Two-headed Fish, you haven't had much of a catch these past few days, right?"

Tian Lin's expression darkened as he replied, "I've just been unlucky these few days, so there wasn't much of a catch, no need for Fellow Gao to worry."

Gao He wanted to continue, but his wife tugged at his sleeve, unsatisfied, and said:

"If someone is too timid to take risks, why force them? Everyone has their own fate, and you have no reason to impose your goodwill on someone uninterested."

Hearing his wife's words, Gao He didn't try to persuade Tian Lin further and, after giving a cupped-fist salute, left.

Once the couple was gone, Tian Lin quickly returned to his house.

Not long after, Yu'er pulled Cui'er into the room, forced Cui'er to kneel down, and also knelt down herself to say to Tian Lin:

"Cui'er is close with Xiang'er, that's why she talked about the master's matters. It wasn't intentional to divulge master's affairs."

Tian Lin glanced at Cui'er on the ground and asked Yu'er, "What exactly has she shared about me?"

Yu'er looked at Cui'er and scolded, "What have you been saying behind our backs? Aren't you going to confess honestly now?"

Cui'er was straightforward, or perhaps she truly wasn't afraid of Tian Lin, so she said:

"Xiang'er asked how much Spirit Stone your master could earn from fishing, wondering if it was enough to buy a Water God Pill or not.

I told her, apart from the first day's luck catching a Two-headed Fish, you haven't caught any fish since, now relying on the Spirit Rice provided by the Tong Family to get by."

Tian Lin then asked Cui'er, "Besides this, have you said anything else?"

Without waiting for Cui'er to speak, Yu'er glared at her, "Have you been blabbering about the Buddha and Demon Freedom Skill to outsiders?"

Cui'er responded, "I never mentioned that matter to Xiang'er."

Tian Lin stayed silent, simply picking up his teacup to drink.

Kneeling on the ground, Yu'er couldn't discern Tian Lin's thoughts from his face, worrying that he didn't believe Cui'er's words, so she turned and glared at Cui'er saying:

"You must tell the truth. Did you or did you not speak carelessly about the Buddha and Demon Freedom Skill to Xiang'er?"

The Buddha and Demon Freedom Skill was something Zhou'er had surreptitiously given to Cui'er, but Tian Lin was the true mastermind behind it.

This was truly dishonorable and transgressed major taboos among cultivators, which made Yu'er particularly anxious.

She feared not only that Cui'er might have carelessly blabbered, but also that Tian Lin might not trust either of them.

"If I did something, then I did it; if I didn't, then I didn't. Apart from complaining that our master lacks ambition and is stingy, I didn't utter a word about the other matters."

At this point, Tian Lin set down his teacup and said:

"Let it be. Both of you came from the Tong Family's arrangement, it wouldn't be right for me to punish you. Pack up tonight; it's best you return to the Tong Family."

Yu'er kowtowed on the ground, saying:

"Master doesn't know, if we were sent back, the Manager will surely ask for the reasons and we will definitely be punished."

Tian Lin chuckled lightly, "That's not my concern."

Yu'er's face turned pale as she looked towards Cui'er.

Cui'er's complexion was also not looking good; biting her lip and wiping away her tears, she said to Tian Lin:

"It was my fault, master. If there must be punishment, let it be on me and leave my sister out of it."

Hearing this, Tian Lin coldly laughed and said:

"I've already said that I won't punish you, just sending you back to the Tong Family. If you wish to beg for mercy, go and plead with the Manager. There's no need to intercede for your sister here."

Cui'er was at a loss for words for a moment, while Yu'er knelt again and pleaded:

"Master doesn't understand, maids like us are cultivated to be sword holders. If we anger our masters and get sent back, regardless of the reason, we will be labeled with a bad reputation.

If we can't become sword holders, we will be arbitrarily given to lower servants, and won't be able to stay in the back residences."

Tian Lin was aware of the role of sword holders.

Sword holders and Sword Slaves were servants attending to cultivators.

A Sword Slave was akin to the master's sword, useful for both killing on the master's behalf and guarding the master.

As for sword holders, they were maids who served close by their masters.

During combat, should a Sword Slave fall, sword holders would become the last line of defense for their masters.

In the end, whether Sword Slave or sword holder, one must have cultivation.

And the Tong Family raised batches of young women to be sword holders for those Foundation Establishment Cultivators.

It was undoubtedly a ploy utilizing the allure of women, aiming to ingratiate and influence these Foundation Establishment Cultivators.

Curiously, raising sword holders was quite costly, and it was originally the 'privilege' of sons from noble families.

Most Foundation Establishment Cultivators of Huahua Lang origins didn't have the time to raise sword holders themselves.

Thus, most Foundation Establishment Cultivators would keep the sword holders sent by the Tong Family nearby.

"Alright, I'll give you another chance."

Tian Lin stood up and said to Cui'er:

"Now, go next door to Artifact Refiner Long and tell him that you've stolen his Buddha and Demon Freedom Skill and that I've discovered it, so please save your life."

After hearing what Tian Lin said, Cui'er was momentarily stunned.

Tian Lin continued, "If you don't take the blame, then take your sister and leave. You can tell the Tong Family's Manager that it was my doing, that I instructed you to steal Divine Skills from Artifact Refiner Long."

Just now, if Cui'er had threatened Tian Lin with the fact that he had directed her to steal Divine Skills, Tian Lin would not be so easygoing.

But the sisters had not made any threat against Tian Lin in the end, which altered the considerations in his heart.

He didn't really want to send the sisters back to the Tong Family outright; doing so, who could guarantee the sisters wouldn't talk recklessly?

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Were he to deny ever stealing Divine Skills, who would believe him?

It would be better to have Cui'er admit guilt now, put a definitive end to the matter, and smooth out future complications.