161 What An Exaggerated Lie! (2/2)
He then told the bodyguard to invite the Celestial Master, ”Go and invite Celestial Master Zuo for verification.”
Gu Xijiu remained silent.
”What’s wrong? Why do they need verification?” Gu Xijiu asked the Firmament Stone nervously.
The Firmament Stone replied, ”Of course! Obtaining talents from the gods isn't something small. If everyone simply says that, it will cause chaos in the world. Therefore, those who claimed that they receive power from the gods will need to undergo verification…”
”Is Celestial Master Zuo the only one who can verify?”
”Yes, he is the only one who can verify.”
”Can he differentiate?”
”Yes. Many years ago, someone who was very talented faked the truth, and Celestial Master Zuo discovered his lie and…”
”And what?” Gu Xijiu was panicked.
”Nothing much. Celestial Master Zuo removed all his kung fu skills and threw him into the dark forest.”
Gu Xijiu remained silent.
”My body is useless, and I have no spiritual power. I guess there's nothing to be afraid of even if they found out that I was lying.”
”What if he could make you into a paralyzed person? All your veins would be injured, and they could permanently restrict your movements.” The Firmament Stone demoralized her.