Otherworldly Affairs Office-Chapter 786: Clarifying Thoughts (Please Subscribe)

After hearing Ye Ruozai's account, Pei Yan's anger flared up even more. He repeatedly asked if he needed to withdraw from the competition for treatment, but Ye Ruozai refused and stated that he just needed some time to focus on clearing the residual toxins. After receiving this response, Pei Yan walked over to Xia Yu and, looking at Zheng Jia Ru who had collapsed beside her—pale, trembling, and with a dazed expression—asked in confusion, "Old Zheng, what happened to you? Were you also hurt by these people?"

Zheng Jia Ru struggled to open his eyes and glanced at Pei Yan, stammering as he denied, "It has nothing to do with them. I underestimated Alexia's strength. He is both a glutton and a disease spreader. Those liquids he spewed contained a large number of pathogens, and I got infected! This disease is indeed formidable, but you needn't worry about me. With my abilities, if you can get me ten minutes, I can fully recover."

"Alright, then you and Old Ye focus on healing. I'll leave the rest to Jie and Xia Yu!" After hearing Zheng Jia Ru's words, Pei Yan nodded and motioned to Pei Jin and Xia Yu, then turned and walked to Xila, who stood with them. Looking at her remaining singular Demon Race attendant and her tired expression, Pei Yan sighed deeply and genuinely thanked her, "Everything you did today is engraved in my heart. I'm not someone who forgets favors, and you've fulfilled your promise. I assure you that I will keep mine."

Seeing the uncontrollable anger in Pei Yan's eyes as he spoke, Xila nodded with a smile in response. Pei Yan then softly whispered, "Why did the Magic Realm act against you too? Aren't you still allies on the surface? Has it come to a complete falling-out?"

"An ally is an ally; a competition is a competition. After the three of you were dragged into the Divine Artifact Space, they deemed it the perfect opportunity to eliminate members of the inquiry team. The Spirit Monster Realm was the first to act, and the Magic Realm followed suit. However, due to the surface-level ally relations, before acting, the Magic Realm advised us not to interfere. I refused, and you saw what happened next." Xila relaxed with a long breath after Pei Yan returned; hearing his earlier assurance, she realized her efforts were worthwhile. Now, she only needed to wait quietly for her reward.

"An ally is an ally; a competition is a competition. Well said!" After speaking, Pei Yan turned and hovered into the air, his cold eyes sweeping across each competitor, sneering, "Do you all share this sentiment?"

Since Pei Yan's return, the atmosphere on the battlefield had become unprecedentedly heavy. His notorious reputation, from traversing from the Hell Plane to the Daoist Realm, was perfectly displayed at this moment. Simply appearing made those besieging him hesitate. Now, facing his questioning, no one stepped forward to answer.

"Do you dare to do it but not admit it? No matter. We'll settle this account slowly!" Pei Yan first looked meaningfully at Lin Daozi, who had returned to his team to understand past events, and said, "The Daoist Realm is indeed the leader of all realms, acting righteously unlike some realms with petty behavior, seizing the opportunity to kick someone when they are down. I, Pei Yan, admire it!"

Facing Pei Yan's satirical words, Lin Daozi gave an awkward smile. He knew that his team didn't act not because they were bound by moral principles, but because they had the mindset of letting others fight each other, benefiting from it. But this couldn't be openly admitted; therefore, he cupped his hands towards Pei Yan, just about to speak, when Pei Yan continued, "Since the Immortal Palace previously remained neutral and didn't act, then I hope in my confrontation with the people of the two realms that Lin Daozi would restrain your subordinates to continue watching from the sidelines!"

Pei Yan was aware of what kind of people the Daoist Realm was assisting, but seeking revenge while facing two major realms alone with the investigation team was already incredibly challenging. Adding the Immortal Palace into the mix would make victory impossible, especially with the Blood Fiend remnant hidden in the shadows, ready to strike anytime. He must control the number of opponents.

Upon hearing this, Lin Daozi first felt joy in his heart, realizing that the actions of the two realms thoroughly angered the man before him. If those two factions of strong enemies were eliminated by him, among the three tigers fighting, one would surely get hurt, and the remaining victor would be seriously damaged. At that time, the Immortal Palace would undoubtedly win effortlessly.

Although he thought this in his mind, he couldn't say it out loud. The fate of the Magic Realm was irrelevant to him, but the Spirit Monster Plane was an ally of the Daoist Realm for many years. If he disregarded its life and death, it would be like the Magic Realm cutting off its arm, and he would certainly face rebuke from his teacher. Balancing the pros and cons, Lin Daozi, with a troubled expression, reluctantly said, "Fellow Daoist Pei, I completely understand your anger, and your desire for revenge for your teammates is warranted. Other people aside, the Spirit Monster Plane has been a close ally of the Daoist Realm for many years. If you insist on harming them, we will not stand idly by. If offenses occur, I hope Fellow Daoist Pei will forgive us." 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

"Lin Daozi, it's not that I insist on harming the Spirit Monster Realm, but they struck first and harmed my friends!" Pei Yan said, interrupting Lin Daozi, who wanted to argue further, with a wave of his hand, "Alright! The Daoist Realm has its stance, and I won't trouble you. If I get the Spirit Monster Plane to refuse your Daoist Realm's support on their own, you shouldn't have any trouble, right?"

"Uh..." Lin Daozi was left speechless for a moment. If the Spirit Monster Plane really expressed that stance, then it would become a matter of pride between the Spirit Monster Plane and the Keystone Plane, leaving him with no reason to interfere. Afterwards, the opposition couldn't find fault with him. But would they be foolish enough to do so? Lin Daozi's eyes inadvertently glanced over Saraf on the ground and immediately realized what Pei Yan was about to do. Smiling knowingly, he couldn't help but feel pleased.

Pei Yan, having captured the change in Lin Daozi's expression, understood that he had accepted his terms. He then landed back on the ground, propped up Saraf's arm, and whispered, "Saraf, all the past frictions were merely matters of pride, not deep-seated hatred. This time I'm also forced into a corner! Apologies for any offense!"

"I understand! Though proud, I'm not unreasonable. Given the current situation, do what you must!" Saraf, propped up, responded to Pei Yan with a wry smile. Now, being the fish on the chopping block, every movement exhausting, he could only let others manipulate him.

Summoning two mechanical clones to lift Saraf into the air, Pei Yan first pointed his spearhead at the Spirit Monster Realm, shouting, "Who among the Spirit Monster Plane team is in charge? Step forward and talk with me!"

Being challenged called out, the Spirit Monster Plane could no longer remain silent. A woman floated out of the crowd to the center and looked at Pei Yan, saying calmly, "I am another Child of Origin from the Spirit Monster Realm. You may call me Long Jin! How should I address you? Like the Daoist Realm, should I call you Fellow Daoist Pei, or should I call you Mr. Pei?"