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Chapter 1271 - Chapter 1271 Chapter 563 More Ferocious than the Plague

Chapter 1271: Chapter 563: More Ferocious than the Plague Chapter 1271: Chapter 563: More Ferocious than the Plague “`

Apart from a few old physicians showing signs of fear, Yanshan, and Yun Xiu, everyone in the council hall was eagerly expressing strong criticism toward Tang Luo.

The major families joining forces naturally aimed to isolate the Tang Clan, and to take this opportunity to declare their stance.

As for those other righteous and benevolent people who chimed in, they did so simply out of ignorance.

The concepts of bacterial reproduction and transmission, as well as the inability of burying bodies to eliminate toxins, were considered heretical to those who believed that burying would sever all ties with the living.

In their eyes, the greatest catastrophe Chaochang had just survived was a time to clear their minds and comfort the departed.

However, Tang Luo’s proposal essentially shattered their wishes, and for that, how could they not be furious?

Actually, it wasn’t for him to speak such words. Despite his great reputation in Longxi, to the people of Chaochang, he was nothing more than a martial arts genius, and there was no word of his achievements in medicine. Had his suggestions conformed to their understanding, it would have been fine, but once in conflict, it resulted in the current situation.

But how could others speak out? Regardless of who brought it up, doing so was going against the people’s hearts, and thus, even though the old physicians knew better, they dared not speak.

No one wanted to bear the infamy, but seeing Tang Luo stand out and take the blame made them feel guilty and sorry. They wanted to try and say something but found there was no gap to interject.

The group of benevolent and righteous people, alongside the major families who had been tormented by the epidemic, all directed their spears at Tang Luo, as if trying to drown him in their saliva.

Most would have been overwhelmed by anger in such a situation, but what kind of man was Tang Luo? Having seen calm seas, how could he fear a turbulent stream?

The criticisms of these people were nothing compared to the trolls of his past life; besides, he had never lost in a shouting match!

“Shut up, all of you!”

A voice like a mighty bell burst forth, shattering the window lattices on all sides of the council hall, and the sound waves, like those of an ancient bell, poured directly into the ears of the crowd. Those who were just verbally attacking Tang Luo were now cowering in their chairs holding their heads, their ears ringing. Some with lower cultivation even unconsciously opened their mouths, drooling embarrassingly.

Tang Luo was satisfied with the silence that had returned to the council hall. Waiting for the leaders of the major families to regain consciousness, he spoke indifferently, “The Pervasive Poisonous Wind has contaminated the water sources and caused an epidemic that killed more than two million people in Chaochang, do you think that’s terrifying?”

“No, you are wrong. If the bodies buried underground are eaten by snakes, insects, rats, and ants, and these creatures digest the toxins, the coming plague will turn Chaochang into a city of death, with the death toll far surpassing this incident by many times!”

The heads of the major families looked at each other, not understanding why Tang Luo was saying these things to them.

If it were to give an explanation, since many people had not yet regained consciousness, wouldn’t it be better to speak out later?

“You think I’m explaining to you why I made such a proposal? Wrong again.”

“I am telling you that there are things far more terrifying than epidemics and plagues…”

“That would be me!”

Tang Luo stood up, spreading his arms and leaning forward on the table, casting a large shadow like a rising curtain, overshadowing the pale faces of the several family heads.

“What counts as a natural disaster? You are all families that have accumulated wealth over a hundred years; even the fiercest epidemic is just a matter of relocating. But how dare you provoke me? How long do you think your families can withstand if I truly set my mind against you?”

“I am kin of the Sacred Land Yuanzhou’s Xu Clan, a martial wonder unrivalled in this era, who even Wang Chang of Southern Boundary cannot contend with. If I earnestly target you, how long can your families hold out?”

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“Three years? Or five? So eager to squander the legacy of our ancestors?”

“A bunch of merchants and noble families who can’t show their faces in public still dream of becoming golden-winged roc birds, the plague hasn’t even been eradicated and they’re already vying for power, yet they fail to see just how high the mountain peak is!”

“Why did the Nong Clan and Liu Clan leave? Do you think a tiger returning to the mountain or a wild boar entering the forest is to make room for the sheep?”

“No matter how large the flock of sheep, it’s just a few hearty meals, do you understand?”

Several patriarchs had imagined many possible positions for Tang Luo, but they had never anticipated this one. How could he dare to spew such fierce and harsh words in front of the grandmaster of the Yulin Pavilion?

They turned their heads towards Lu Shaolin, seeking some protection, even if it was just to make Tang Luo tone it down a bit.

But what they saw was Lu Shaolin, who seemed oblivious to the scene unfolding, quietly discussing with an old physician from the Yulin Pavilion.

Clearly, this grandmaster who said he wouldn’t interfere in Chaochang’s political affairs showed no preference for any clan. Perhaps, in his view, it didn’t matter who ruled Chaochang as long as peace was maintained in the Southern Boundary.

The bitterness they had just been applauding Yulin Pavilion for staying out of worldly matters was now difficult to swallow.

The despairing patriarchs turned their heads again for help to the Holy Buddha, hoping that this top Buddha Son from the Wuxiang Zen Temple, who would forgo enlightenment for the sake of the people, would surely speak up to stop Tang Luo from intimidating them now, he must!

The hopeful gazes ultimately met only the beautiful monk, meditating and chanting as if nothing else mattered. What “highest good is like water,” bah!

All they could do was turn back to face the young man who sat before them, hands on the table like a majestic lion. It seems when one’s martial prowess is high enough, their mere presence can terrify others.

The men exchanged looks, all shaking their heads with a wry smile. What they thought was an uprising carried by the wind turned out to be crushed before it even began.

How could this alliance continue, who would want to face an invincible warrior destined to rise? Although born into a noble family, this man before them was a figure they had only seen in the legends from their books, and who would dare laugh off the warnings that come from such tales?

Never mind then, with a bit of loneliness in their hearts and embarrassed smiles on their faces, the hearing of the others in the council hall had also recovered.

The one who just now dominance rested his elbows on the table, Tang Luo, was now sitting down smilingly, yet the atmosphere in the hall had changed again.

Everyone looked at the embarrassed leader and then at the content and comfortable Longxi’s Pride, suddenly unsure if the accusations and condemnations from before the ringing in their ears should continue.

Just as Lu Shaolin, having finished communicating with the old physician, timely spoke up, putting an end to the awkward council proceedings.

“Tang Tianjiao’s bold energy is astonishing; he is resolute and brave. His suggestion to cremate the bodies to eradicate the source of the epidemic hits the nail on the head. Therefore, let the Tang Clan take the lead. I hope everyone will cooperate with all their might, so we can eliminate the plague in the shortest time and restore Chaochang to its rightful state.”

With Lu Shaolin’s endorsement, even if the others were reluctant, they had no choice but to comply. Yet Tang Luo felt he had been somewhat set up.

It was he who had filled the gap in the plan, and he had pointed out that burying the bodies could trigger a second outbreak. Instead of sharing some of the blame, Lu Shaolin made it seem as though it was all his own idea.

It seems that he had gone too far with his brash words earlier. Even though Lu Shaolin was from a sacred land, removed from worldly matters, he did not appreciate such bold and brash declarations.

“Well, at least the outcome is good.”

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