Against The Gods
Chapter 30 – Upheaval Round 9

“Xiao Che! What do you mean by that? “First Chairman Xiao Li suddenly shouted,” Don't say that you suspect that the Clan Master has stolen the Profound Opening Powder from himself and then shifted his guilt to Xiao Lingxi! You are the reason why Xiao Lingxi has stolen the Profound Opening Powder. If you keep raving such nonsense, be careful or you will be punished with it! “

“Do not disturb, First Elder.” Xiao Che shook his head as he laughed, looking harmless: “How could I dare to suspect the Clan Master, he said, I just voiced suspicion in my heart and I believe that most of us here have the same question as well. Many of us here understand the nature of the Clan Master and are confused as to why the Clan Master handled such a situation. Of course the Clan Master is innocent. He couldn't possibly do such a lowly and dirty thing like this that even the world would despise. I'm sure the Clan Master will give a perfect explanation. Am I right, Clan Master. “

(TL: “low and dirty” interpreted from Chinese idiom which literally means “worse than pig and dog”)

The people of the Xiao Clan and the nobles of Floating Cloud City all stared at him silently. The Xiao Che they knew was a weak and timid person, someone who was afraid of even coming into contact with outsiders. However, not only could he speak frankly under the tight scrutiny of the crowd in this tense atmosphere and situation, his expression did not even change as the First Elder reprimanded him … This Xiao Che and the Xiao Che they knew seemed to be two fundamentally different people.

“Low and dirty that even the world would insult” These few words caused Xiao Yunhai's face to cramp for a moment. He raised his head to look at Xiao Che, faintly smiled and said: “There is no need to get anxious First Elder, it is normal for Xiao Che to ask like this and as he said, many of our friends here must have the same question. Actually, when I received the Profound Opening Powder from Young Master Xiao yesterday, I was indeed prepared to keep it by my side. However, the Profound Opening Powder was a high-grade medicine from the Xiao Sect that was also extremely valuable. The higher the level of the drug, the easier the effect is lost. In the case of this elixir, even if the effect was slightly weakened, it would still be a huge loss. If I carried it, it would often come into contact with impure energy so even though it was protected by the Black Profound Ebony box, its effects would still be easily lost. That's why I put it in the hospital. In any case, in the hospital a wide variety of herbs have been collected over the years, resulting in a lot of ‘’ medicinal energy. In place with ‘energi medi’ quite a lot, the energy of the panacea will not weaken easily. “

“Another reason is that we of the Xiao Clan have always been serious about the law. I would never expect ‘’ household thief to appear, or even think that he would have the courage to steal the important gift that the Xiao Sect had brought, it was still my fault and the Profound Opening Powder was stolen. With respect to this, I cannot escape that responsibility. I will not complain if Young Master Xiao also demands punishment for me. “

Xiao Yunhai let out a heavy sigh after he finished speaking.

Xiao Yunhai's explanation was absolutely perfect. First Elder suddenly shouted once more: “Xiao Che! Did you hear it clearly? The Clan Master had left the Profound Opening Powder in the hospital for this meticulous reason and wanted to protect the effects of the Profound Opening Powder! Who would have thought that a house thief would show up! What else do you have to say? “

“Oh, oh! So it's like that! “Xiao Che nodded his head, as if he was happy with Xiao Yunhai's explanation:” To know the existence of ‘energy medicine’, the Clan Master sure is knowledgeable. Then, the second question I want to ask is coincidentally related to this ‘ drug’ energy. “

Xiao Che narrowed his eyes and laughed heartily as he continued: “About ‘energy medicine’, our Xiao Clan hospital has been collecting various kinds of herbs for many years and they are quite a lot. Furthermore, the highest amount of herbs we have in our hospital is “Thin Net Grass”, so the smell of the medicine should be as sweet as in “Thin Net Grass. “

“Master Klan also knew that the box containing Profound Opening Powder was made from Black Profound Ebony which was excellent for protecting the effect of elixir from expending into the surroundings, and whether the Clan Master knew the reason why the Black Profound Ebony could protect the effects of the elixir .. In fact, the reason was quite simple. Black Profound Ebony possessed extremely strong particle absorption abilities, so when the surrounding medicinal strength came into contact with the Black Profound Ebony, they would be strongly absorbed and would be difficult to propagate. Once the surface was up to its full capacity, the medicinal power still could not spread. I believe that anyone here with little medical knowledge should understand this theory. “

A number of people present nodded their heads without a sound.

“Then, if the Black Profound Ebony containing the Profound Opening Powder has been placed in the hospital for a period of time, the, the surface will definitely absorb a large amount of ‘’ drug energy while inside the hospital. According to the nature of Black Profound Ebony, it absorbs quickly but diffuses slowly, even if discharged from the hospital, you should still be able to smell ‘’ medicine energy even after two or three days … sweet fishy smell from Thin Net Grass. “.

As soon as these words were spoken, Xiao Yunhai's complexion immediately changed slightly.

Xiao Che had calculated accurately that Xiao Yunhai would not actually place the Profound Opening Powder in the treatment room because if the Profound Opening Powder had really been stolen, it would have been completely stolen, he would definitely cry in his eyes.And Xiao Yunhai did not place the Profound Opening Powder in the hospital. As for Xiao Gu, he had already been informed about this before and under the threat of the Xiao Sect, Xiao Gu did not dare to reject him.

“I wonder if Clan Master dares to bring the box and let us smell it to check what smell should be there?” Xiao Che said with a small laugh.

“Xiao Che! As expected, you are still suspecting the Clan Master, so unreasonable! “Before Xiao Yunhai said anything, Xiao Li once again waved uneasily:” To protect your little aunt, you actually forcibly asked the Clan Master, it is ridiculous! Exorbitant! Our Xiao Clan has really developed you in vain all this time, why don't you retreat !! “

“Hehe, no need to fidget, First elder. The relationship of their aunt and nephew was always close, her attempts to be rash were completely incomprehensible. Furthermore, what he said was also reasonable and fair. Since he wants to know if there is a problem with this box, we will only prove it to him. But, Both the Profound Opening Powder and the Black Ebony Profound box are precious treasures, how can we let people touch them at will? “Xiao Yunhai turned to face Xiao Kuangyun after he finished speaking and respectfully continued,” Then, can we trouble you? Young Master Xiao was a witness. I believe that if it were Young Master Xiao, his words would convince the masses more than anyone else is currently facing.

Xiao Kuangyun and Xiao Yunhai's gaze was fulfilled. At the same time, the two of them thought that it was impossible for the foolish Xiao Che to realize that they had cooperated from the very beginning. Xiao Kuangyun raised the box in his hand, smiled in disdain, and casually replied: “This suspicion is quite interesting. Therefore, I'll smell it for you. “

After he said that, Xiao Kuangyun lifted the box containing the Profound Opening Powder, carried it to his nose, and began to solemnly kiss it. He then knitted his brows and spoke: “While the smell is not strong, there is indeed a sweet but suspicious smell.”

He narrowed his eyes and nonchalantly said: “Come and try also First Elder, to avoid others suspecting that I am collaborating with Clan Master Xiao.”

“How could someone with Young Master status Xiao would bother lying to us.” First Elder Xiao Li was immediately flattered as he walked obediently and firmly sniffed. He then nodded his head: “True, it does have a sweet but suspicious smell.” He glared across and raised his voice: “What else should you say, Xiao Che? Young Master Xiao and Clan Master have given you face, if you continue to disturb endlessly, I will personally chase after you. “

“Wah! Calm down First Elder. “Xiao Che waved his hands up and down as his expression became strange:” Both Young Master Xiao and First Elder unexpectedly smelled a sweet fishy smell, this .. *Cough cough* Actually, I have not carefully been mispronounced .. Young Master Xiao whose status is noble, must only be related to the highest grade of elixir. As for a common herb like Net Thin Grass, you will definitely not bother to look at it again. The Clan Master and First Elder wholeheartedly devoted themselves to practicing and did not try medical knowledge, and therefore naturally did not have time to visit the hospital, either, so you may not know that the smell of Thin Net Grass is not actually a sweet fishy smell, but a sweet bitter smell. One of you can tell if you went to the hospital and sniffed ... eh? However, both Young Master Xiao and First Elder had smelled a sweet fishy smell, this made me unable to understand. I wonder if there is anyone here who can help me to explain this to me? “

As soon as those words were spoken, everyone's expressions had changed, becoming extremely brilliant, while on the other hand, the expressions of Xiao Kuangyun, Xiao Yunhai, and First Elder Xiao Li instantly became stiff … Although it was only for a short while, many people clearly saw the change. Meanwhile, the Xiao Clan disciples who frequented the hospital, were familiar with the smell of Thin Net Grass and broke through the gazes …

Many people's hearts begin to be pumped hard …

They started to smell the atmosphere, different from before …

“Xiao Che! you still don't want to keep your mouth shut, brat .. Not only are you trying to protect Xiao Lingxi in vain, you still have to question the Clan Master, even question Young Master Xiao! I saw you play with us on purpose, and keep raving! “The face of Xiao Li lifted and revealed an ominous glint in his eyes:” Young Master Xiao, Clan Master, no need to listen to his nonsense anymore! Since the truth of the Stolen Profound Opening Powder has already been revealed, we do not need to waste any more time. Xiao Che, this brat, not only caused all this chaos, he still tried to protect the culprit and offend the Clan Master and Young Master Xiao. He must be punished !! “

As long as one was not deaf, one could clearly hear that Xiao Li's words contained a hint of contempt in his anger. As for the topic of “Salah bau”, she completely avoided this problem and did not even give a word of her explanation.

“Since Elder Xiao won't listen to my nonsense, then I won't question that anymore. As for my last question, I want to ask Xiao Jiu's friend from the Xiao Sect. This should be a very simple question and I hope you answer it. If you can answer it, then I will admit that my little aunt has indeed stolen the Profound Opening Powder and I will not utter a word of complaint. Even if you want to punish my little aunt, you can punish me with her too! “

Without waiting for Xiao Yunhai and the others to respond, Xiao Che's gaze had landed on Xiao Jiu's face. His expression remained bland but his eyes became very sharp, every word sounded like a small gong: “Xiao Jiu, you said that the Profound Opening Powder was found under the pillow of my little aunt's room. Then, can you tell me if the bed in my little aunt's room faces east or west? What color is the pillow? And the pillow was placed at the south end or the north end of the bed? “

Xiao Jiu's expression immediately stiffened when Xiao Kuangyun and Xiao Yunhai's expression suddenly became unsightly.

“If you go into my little aunt's room and find the Profound Opening Powder under her pillow, that question should be very simple for you .. Come on, tell me your answer, you just need to say, You just need to say, little aunt and I will instantly plead guilty without a word. Yes, I guess you, Young Master Xiao, Clan Master and everyone here want to settle the case quickly and start a major business today, am I right? Then you should tell us immediately. It would be very bad to delay the time of the young master and everyone here ... Say? Say ... only? Why didn't you answer me? Didn't you go into my little aunt's room? Why don't you answer such a simple question? “

“Don't tell me .. You didn't even get into my little aunt's room in the first place? But you claim that the Profound Opening Powder was found under my little aunt's pillow .. How did that happen? Could it be that you know the skill of catching the legendary Thousand Mile Chicken? “

(TL: Mile still refers to the Chinese mile, li, which is half a kilometer.)