Published: February 24, 2025
The Bing Qing Daoist looked at Tan Yun with a changed expression, her feelings complex. She couldn't help but urge, "You continue to speak."
"Disciple obeys." When Tan Yun responded, he was unaware of why the Bing Qing Daoist and the other elders of the Danmai had such a strong reaction.
What he mentioned was merely the Revival Jade Grass.
Tan Yun had no idea that the Bing Qing Daoist and the other elders of the Danmai had learned about the properties of various spiritual herbs from the "Spiritual Herb Classic."
The author of the Spiritual Herb Classic was none other than the late ancestor master of the Huangfu Sacred Sect: Huangfu Lingxiao!
The Spiritual Herb Classic was acclaimed as one of the three great spiritual herb classics of the Heavenly Punishment Continent!
The Bing Qing Daoist and the elder of the Danmai had never doubted that there would be omissions in the recorded properties and uses of the spiritual herbs in the Spiritual Herb Classic.
However, Tan Yun's words were logical and well-founded, making it impossible for the Bing Qing Daoist and the others not to believe him!
At this moment, Tan Yun gazed at the wilted roots, furrowing his brows as he said, "The poisoner is very clear about the properties and growth environment of the Revival Jade Grass, which is why they used a colorless and tasteless poison."
"And colorless and tasteless poisons specifically targeting spiritual herbs come in three types: Destruction Powder, Destruction Liquid, and Damage Liquid."
"The Destruction Liquid has the strongest toxicity, and a single drop can cause the Revival Jade Grass to die instantly."
"Next is the Destruction Powder, which can destroy the vitality of the Revival Jade Grass, wilting it at a visible pace, until it dies within an hour."
"The Damage Liquid, on the other hand, is a chronic poison that can lead to the death of the Revival Jade Grass in as little as three days and as long as five days."
Tan Yun spoke with certainty, "The poisoner knew Zhou Run was guarding the Revival Jade Grass, so they would definitely choose the Damage Liquid."
Tan Yun looked at the herb garden disciples, pondering, "Who can confirm that Zhou Run was watching over the Revival Jade Grass without taking a step away?"
"We can all testify that ever since eight days ago when he began cultivating the Revival Jade Grass, Zhou Run hasn’t returned to his dwelling overnight. Until three days ago, when he was executed, he had been guarding the herb garden in the back mountain."
The disciples, recalling Zhou Run's death, showed expressions of sorrow and began to corroborate.
Tan Yun looked at the Bing Qing Daoist respectfully and said, "Reporting to the Chief, it is clear that the poisoner must either be much stronger than Zhou Run, preventing him from noticing, or the poisoner used invisibility techniques or an Invisibility Talisman, poisoning while Zhou Run was distracted."
Before the Bing Qing Daoist could respond, the hot-tempered Shen Qingfeng's face turned red with anger, "I’m furious! Who did this?!"
"Yes! How could such a thing happen in our Danmai!" the other elders echoed, all looking pale.
Lu Wu was even gritting his teeth in anger. However, his rage was directed at Tan Yun.
Lu Wu's heart raced, fearing that he might be implicated in this matter!
Having a guilty conscience, Lu Wu initially wanted to bring up Li Ziquan's death to find a way to get rid of Tan Yun. Now, he was afraid that the matter concerning the spiritual herb would involve him. How could he dare to mention Li Ziquan’s death?
The Bing Qing Daoist gazed at Tan Yun, her delicate fists clenched, and the enchanting beauty of her face was filled with endless killing intent, "If this is true, then the poisoner will definitely face a miserable death at my hands!"
The Bing Qing Daoist scanned the other elders, stating unequivocally, "You are all to stay here. No one is allowed to leave without my command."
"Furthermore, all herb garden disciples: until the poisoner is found, anyone who dares to leave without permission will be killed!"