Just as he was thinking, the Little Ming King spoke up: "Yes, I know Uncle Duâs character. Since thatâs the case, then please, Uncle Du, bring out the Qiankun Great Method and show it to everyone as proof. Then I can abdicate and let you assist in governance, just like Huo Guang!"
"Donât you all agree?"
Han Linâer shouted loudly. Upon hearing this, those around thought they understood, believing Du Zundao had already obtained the Qiankun Great Method. Seeing the Little Ming King so willingly accepting, they were all elated.
After all, even if Du Zundao had acquired the Qiankun Great Method, following the proper procedures to make Han Linâer willingly abdicate wouldnât be easy.
But now, with the Little Ming King so agreeable, itâs a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. How could it be wasted?
And the requirement is so simple, just to take out the Qiankun Great Method; isnât this offering the position of Sect Hierarch on a platter?
What is there to hesitate about?
At this moment, Du Zundaoâs loyal followers, having heard this, immediately shouted excitedly: "Ming King, youâve made it clear here. As soon as the Qiankun Great Method is presented, the Ming King will abdicate automatically, and weâve got your promise."
Han Linâer glanced at this loyal follower, with a noncommittal smile, said: "Sure, I have no objections, I can abdicate at any time."
Upon hearing this, that loyal follower looked at Du Zundao excitedly. You might wonder why he was so excited. How could he not be?
Du Zundao doesnât represent just one person, but a collective interest. If Du Zundao rises, they will rise with him.
This is what it means when one person attains enlightenment, their followers ascend to heaven.
At this time, the loyal followers eagerly shouted to Du Zundao: "Dharma King, take it out and show them."
Right now, Du Zundaoâs face turned a shade of black with frustration, glaring fiercely at the loyal follower, who remained fervent.
It was hard to tell up from down.
The rest chimed in as well: "Dharma King, take it out, quickly take it out. The Holy Sect is waiting for you to take charge!"
"Yes, Dharma King, quickly, quickly take it out."
The crowd went on chattering without pause, while Du Zundaoâs expression grew increasingly grim.
Seeing Du Zundao like this, Mr. Duozhi Huguan seemed to perceive something different, and after the crowd had made a racket for a bit, they too noticed that Du Zundaoâs expression was not pleasant.
They felt a pang of unease in their hearts.
A bad feeling crept in.
At this time, Mr. Guan slowly approached Du Zundao and met his gaze.
"Old Du, since the Ming King has said this much, take out the Qiankun Great Method."
Upon hearing this, Du Zundaoâs face turned extremely grim, Mr. Guan furrowed his brow and said: "Old Du, you didnât obtain the Qiankun Great Method, did you?"
As soon as Mr. Guan finished, the place fell silent, and everyone immediately turned their eyes to Du Zundao.
Du Zundao remained silent.
Everyone was dumbfounded, what were they to do now? The Qiankun Great Method was their only legitimate reason to overthrow the Ming King. Without it, how could they replace the Little Ming King with Du Zundao?
If there was no Qiankun Great Method, even if they overthrew the Little Ming King, they would just be traitors.
At that time, they would inevitably be scorned by the entire Zoroastrian Sect and perhaps even attacked by disciples of the Sect from across the land in the future.
At this moment, everyoneâs faces looked quite unhappy, especially those fervent supporters of Du Zundao, they looked as if theyâd lost their closest relatives, their expressions were as grim as could be.
Mr. Guan then said in a deep voice: "Old Du, donât forget the terms of our deal. Do you know how many of us will die if the court attacks the mountain and we donât have the Qiankun Great Method? The courtâs forces are already at the foot of the mountain, and you say you havenât obtained the Qiankun Great Method!"
Mr. Guan was angry. Du Zundao, hearing this, looked up at Mr. Guan and said: "Old Guan, donât worry, even though I didnât get it, someone has, and when they come out, Iâll snatch the Qiankun Great Method from them. There wonât be any trouble."
Du Zundao declared!