Chapter 1471 - 739: Explaining the Cause (2)
"I’m just an ordinary citizen, please don’t make things difficult for me."
"Why were you laughing just now? Do you know the person in the portrait? Speak honestly," the officer asked fiercely.
Lin Beichen glanced at the portrait, quickly shook his head, and said, "No, I don’t know the person in the portrait. I was just laughing at my Big Brother next to me, he..."
"His pants were torn, and seeing his awkward look, I couldn’t help but laugh out loud. Officer, please understand."
After hearing Lin Beichen’s explanation, the officer finally relaxed his vigilance.
Lin Beichen took the opportunity to glance again at the person in the portrait, almost laughing out loud, because the person in the portrait was not him at all.
It was a complete mismatch, which made Lin Beichen feel grateful to the person who made the portrait.
There might be only one reason: the witness deliberately distorted the description of his features to protect him.
That’s why the artist depicted someone entirely wrong, causing these officers to investigate hard here without finding a single clue.
Lin Beichen felt somewhat smug, watching the officer eyeing him and saying irritably, "Hurry up, move on!"
Upon hearing the officer’s words, Lin Beichen hurriedly walked away, filled with gratitude for the person who described his features incorrectly.
If they hadn’t deliberately misrepresented his appearance, he might not have escaped this ordeal.
Lin Beichen continued walking briskly, quickly leaving the checkpoint, unwilling to linger even for a moment.
That night, he left the city and traveled tirelessly towards Wuming Temple. When Lin Beichen arrived at Wuming Temple, he first went through the customary notification, then smoothly entered the Daoist Temple.
Upon entering the temple, Lin Beichen felt somewhat relieved. He had been rushing all day, covered in dust, without daring to relax for fear that the officers might catch up with him, making escape impossible.
Now it was fine, he finally got here.
Just entering the temple, Lin Beichen began inspecting it carefully. In the center sat an old Daoist.
The old Daoist was draped in a gray robe, had long whiskers, and striking silver hair.
The old Daoist had an extraordinary aura, giving off an otherworldly vibe that naturally evoked respect.
Lin Beichen walked forward slowly, his gaze never leaving the central old Daoist, staring for a full quarter of an hour.
The old Daoist appeared benevolent, eyes closed, muttering under his breath.
Since there was some distance, Lin Beichen couldn’t make out what the old Daoist was chanting.
Lin Beichen stood there quietly for a moment before continuing to walk forward.
After just a few steps, a gentle voice emerged, "You have arrived, traveler."
Lin Beichen hadn’t yet entered the hall when he heard the old Daoist’s inquiry, suggesting that the old Daoist already knew his identity.
Lin Beichen suddenly halted, greatly shocked.
He looked up, staring at the old Daoist, not knowing how to respond.
Thoughts flooded Lin Beichen’s mind as he pondered, "This Wuming Temple indeed isn’t ordinary. No wonder Aunt told me to hide here. It seems my choice was right; this place indeed piques my curiosity, and the old Daoist before me is quite remarkable. I hadn’t even entered the hall, yet he already sensed everything; truly supernatural."
Lin Beichen froze on the spot when the old Daoist suddenly turned around.
Lin Beichen looked closely and was shocked, exclaiming, "Old Village Chief! How could it be you? How did you become the old Daoist of Wuming Temple? What is going on here? No wonder you knew my identity before I even entered, I was puzzled, but didn’t expect you to be here."
"Hurry, tell me, has something happened? Is all of this..."
Lin Beichen couldn’t make sense of things, feeling completely chaotic as if everything was pre-arranged, leaving him dizzy.
Reflecting on past events, Lin Beichen found no answers and couldn’t convince himself.
Seeing Lin Beichen’s shocked face, the old Village Chief merely smiled without answering his inquiries.
Standing in the distance, he watched Lin Beichen. Lin Beichen swiftly walked toward the village chief, wondering if he had mistaken him, seeking confirmation.
But upon standing in front of the village chief, seeing clearly, he said confusedly, "It’s indeed the old Village Chief, I’m really baffled. My mind’s a mess. Thinking back, it’s quite strange. That old lady earlier, why did she say those things to me? And recommend I come to Wuming Temple; could all this have been pre-arranged?"
Lin Beichen involuntarily shook his head, trying to clear his mind and sort things out.
Seeing Lin Beichen’s state, the old Village Chief slightly turned, instructing the Daoist Child nearby, "Someone’s here."
"Daoist, what are your commands?" The Daoist Child obediently approached the old Daoist.
With a slow turn, the Daoist addressed the nearby Daoist Child, "Arrange accommodations for this traveler, ensure it’s quiet."
"Remember to place it somewhere peaceful; he doesn’t like being disturbed."
"Understood, Daoist, I’ll take care of it right away."
With that, the Daoist Child hurried away. Lin Beichen watched everything silently, feeling a surge of gratitude.
It seemed that along this path, the old Village Chief had anticipated everything, prepared well in advance, waiting for him to appear.
Though the old Daoist spoke little, he had already seen through Lin Beichen’s thoughts.
The old Daoist understood all of Lin Beichen’s doubts, choosing not to explain, believing Lin Beichen would soon comprehend everything.
Despite Lin Beichen’s surprise, meeting the old Village Chief here brought him great joy.
Gazing at the bewildering scene before him, Lin Beichen remained full of questions. Though an answer seemed to emerge within, he still wished to hear the old Daoist clarify everything to ensure peace of mind.
Following the Daoist Child to his accommodation, Lin Beichen found that the old Daoist had been considerate; the arrangements suited him well.
The place was calm, free from distractions, allowing him to stay undisturbed.
However, Lin Beichen paced the room restlessly, unable to calm his mind.
After pondering briefly, he suddenly stood up and declared, "No, I must see the old Village Chief again and get to the bottom of this. What’s really going on here."
"Could it be that everything was prearranged? Things feel off; unless I get to the bottom of this, my mind won’t be at ease, and I won’t sleep tonight."
Resolute, Lin Beichen sought out the old Village Chief again that night.
Upon meeting the old Village Chief once more, the old Village Chief smiled gently and said, "You came after all, I’ve been waiting for you here for quite some time."
"Old Village Chief, you knew I’d come looking for you?" Lin Beichen asked, puzzled.
The old Village Chief nodded slowly, "Indeed."
"Then let’s be clear. Since you foretold my visit, surely you know why I came?" Lin Beichen asked curiously, staring at the old Village Chief.
Hearing Lin Beichen’s query, the old Village Chief smiled gently, "Haven’t you guessed already? Why ask me."
"I just wanted to hear you say it directly; only then will I feel at ease," Lin Beichen smiled.
The old Village Chief gazed at Lin Beichen, kindly stating, "Indeed, everything was prearranged."
"Why’s that?" Lin Beichen asked, confused.
The old Village Chief sighed and turned to face Lin Beichen, speaking seriously, "Because the Western Church Court aims to disrupt the realms of Yin and Yang. You must know that to infiltrate the Eastern Church, they’ve utilized the Wizard’s Forbidden Technique, opening a channel, leading to increasing disorder between the realms."
Hearing the old Village Chief’s explanation, Lin Beichen was shocked, finding it hard to believe.
He hadn’t expected the Western Church Court to be so ambitious, with such scheming, already plotting secretly.
Without the old Village Chief revealing these things, Lin Beichen would remain unaware of the specifics.