549 Do you want to hear the truth or a lie? (1/2)

”And why are you now alive?”

This sentence wasn't precise. After all, it was likely possible that Speechless did not truly die. It was also possible that he had died fully. Hence, the premise of the question, 'why are you now alive' wasn't right. However, there were too many questions and complications that Shi Xiaobai wanted to ask. He was momentarily unsure about where he should begin so he could only ask such a question. However, Speechless was definitely aware of what he was interested in knowing.

However, Speechless did not directly answer him as he said with a faint smile at Reverend Misery Sea. He said, ”The Buddha says: 'Not to be said, not to be said, it becomes wrong once said'.”

This gatha was used in a rather baffling manner, but when matched with Speechless's gaze at Reverend Misery Sea that placed him in an awkward position, his meaning was clear. Before the old bald donkey left, how could he reveal the secret? Speechless was 'shooing him with Buddha as a pretext'.

Reverend Misery Sea immediately felt worse but hid his emotions well. He did not display his displeasure on his face. Although he was infuriated with Tyger Li's sudden 'betrayal', Tyger Li was after all a nation's premier. Furthermore, with the stakes of 'rebuilding Shaolin and revitalizing Buddhism', no matter how much Reverend Misery Sea disliked and hated Tyger Li, he could not fall into a wanton rage to wipe out the Li family's father-son duo that was equivalent to an 'Emperor' and 'Crown Prince'. Although his strength made it easy for him to wipe out everyone in the courtyard, there were many things in the world that were beyond strength and massacres.

Reverend Misery Sea sighed inwardly.

He could only tolerate the Li family father-son duo but Shi Xiaobai was definitely not to be spared.

The boy had an astounding talent with inhuman potential. The grudge with him could not be ignored. Although Reverend Misery Sea could lower his head and attempt to resolve the grudge, turning it into a friendly encounter, he refused to reduce the major issue to a minor one once he thought of the boy's wild and intractable personality.

Reverend Misery Sea hesitated as he was momentarily in a dilemma.

Tyger Li suddenly said, ”Reverend, please leave.”

Tyger Li had directly expressed to 'see him out'!

Reverend Misery Sea turned to look at Tyger Li in disbelief. He was the strongest warrior in Shaolin and his strength was enough to give him the title of Psionic King. He was described as a 'Buddha Reincarnated'. Although Tyger Li had an outstanding position in the political world, why would he take the initiative to fall out with such a top warrior?

This didn't make sense!

Reverend Misery Sea nearly lost control of his temper but as he looked at Tyger Li, his anger immediately vanished when he locked eyes with him.

Tyger Li's eyes looked calm but they were, in fact, hiding a tumultuous storm. There were deep intricacies hidden in them. This old sly fox that was draped in tiger's skin had hidden everything he wanted to tell him in his gaze.

Reverend Misery Sea was similarly experienced and astute. He instantly understood Tyger Li's faint gaze that only maintained for an instant.

High-level scheming allowed one to communicate through mere gazes.

Reverend Misery Sea came to a realization as he said with a chuckle, ”So that's the case. This Penniless Monk understands.”

Tyger Li said with a deadpan expression, ”This Emperor has family matters, so he won't be taking your time any longer. It's good that Reverend understands it. As for the matter on Shaolin, we can discuss again. This Emperor will definitely give Reverend a satisfactory response.”

As they spoke, the two instantly exchanged gazes.

Reverend Misery Sea said in a deep, thought-provoking manner, ”Let's hope that Premier Li would not forget his promise.”

Tyger Li nodded and said, ”This Emperor has always been a man of his word.”

Reverend Misery Sea turned to face the rest and gave Shi Xiaobai a deeply thoughtful look. With his palms placed together, he said, ”Amitabha, it is time for This Penniless Monk to depart. Everyone, we shall meet again.”