Throughout human history, from ancient times to the present, whether on a small scale within a family or on a large scale within a nation, certain things have always been ingrained in the human genes.
These are rules.
This is no exception, even in a primitive tribe on this deserted island.
In the Du'an tribe, the High Priest and Hu Tu stand at the apex. They are both the makers of rules and the enforcers of rules.
The reason I questioned the High Priest just now was to bring all irregularities into the open. After all, the Shepherd's Emissary making a lethal attempt on me is inexcusable anywhere.
And as the maker and enforcer of rules, the High Priest himself must also abide by them.
This is both the sharp sword in his hand and the shackles that bind him.
I wanted to see how the High Priest would protect the Shepherd's Emissary at this juncture!
The High Priest remained silent in the face of my questioning.
Indeed, the Shepherd's Emissary firing a dart at the Temple Guard Commander was a difficult matter to address, especially in front of the person concerned.
"High Priest!"
Pursue the enemy with the vigor of victory, and do not seek empty fame like Xiang Yu.
Just as I was about to press my advantage and continue questioning the High Priest, I saw a person emerge from among the Shepherd's Emissaries behind him.
Although all the Shepherd's Emissaries wore hooded robes, concealing their faces with masks, I recognized the person who walked out at once. It was the burly man who had led the attack on me last night!
Truly the High Priest's lackey! He lost his left hand but still stepped forward to bark for his master.
Seeing this burly man step out, I felt no panic. I simply sneered, ready to see what tricks he could pull.
"High Priest, last night we were tracking a traitor to the temple and intended to apprehend him. We saw him sneak into Commander Ba Du's camp and appear to be familiar with Ba Du."
"It was late at night, and with the traitor visiting Ba Du so late, there was clearly something amiss. In a moment of urgency, I ordered others to fire arrows, hoping to capture the traitor!"
This burly man seemed to be defending his actions last night, but in reality, he was desperately trying to smear me.
Damn it, are you implying that Mr. A and I colluded in secret!
Indeed, but setting aside the facts, aren't you slandering me!
"My friend, I don't understand what you're saying. What traitor?"
"Last night, the Shepherd's Emissaries deliberately tried to murder me. You talk of chasing a traitor, but I was sleeping soundly in my tent and didn't see a soul!"
I looked at the burly man who stepped forward to accuse me with a fake smile. As long as I deny it, it's useless no matter how much you talk!
There's no concrete evidence for this kind of thing; it's just a case of each side having their own version of the truth.
Furthermore, everyone in the temple guard witnessed the Shepherd's Emissaries attacking my tent last night. Therefore, as long as I stick to my story, the black-robed man won't be able to make any headway!
"In the name of the Shepherd, High Priest, I truly don't know what kind of people your most elite Shepherd's Emissaries are. My tent still has small holes from the darts last night. Would you like me to show you!"
Honestly, perhaps the Shepherd's Emissaries have some skill as assassins, but in terms of cunning, a hundred of them couldn't match me alone.
After my explanation, the burly man who stepped forward was utterly flustered. He couldn't say a word, looking at the High Priest like an abandoned puppy, seemingly hoping for the High Priest to intervene on his behalf.
Seeing his "dog" being utterly defeated by me, the High Priest could not just stand by. A smile suddenly appeared on his placid face as he turned to me.
"Ba Du, since the Shepherd's Emissaries have paid the price, then last night's matter is over. I only have one question for you now."
"Where is that person?"
When facing the black-robed man's frame-up earlier, I was unconcerned and even felt like laughing.
But now, facing the High Priest's smile, I grew even more wary. A biting dog doesn't bark. I must be doubly cautious of an old schemer like the High Priest.
"Ah, who?" kuAiδugg
My strategy today was to play dumb to the very end. As long as I insisted I had never seen Mr. A, the High Priest would be powerless against me.
"The man who has always been by the Saintess's side. Don't deny it; I know you have contact with him."
The smile on the High Priest's face became even more radiant. One might mistake him for a kindly old man.
However, I only saw suspicion and coldness in his eyes.
My heart sank. Did Mr. A not tell me the truth last night?
Did he have other dealings with the High Priest that I was unaware of?!
The High Priest's current reaction clearly indicated that if I didn't handle this properly, he would genuinely resort to a desperate struggle with me.
Facing the High Priest's inquiry, I didn't reply immediately. Instead, I pondered for a moment before giving my answer.
"Who exactly is he?"