Bai Cang finally remembered!

When the Heavenly River True Lord descended, where did that familiar feeling come from?

That's my half-brother, my closest and dearest friend: my good brother Jiao Fei!

Although the two people have no resemblance in appearance, temperament, or looks, their cultivation and status are worlds apart.

However, the combination of the three major advantages and the accumulation of multiple talents endowed Bai Cang with the most acute intuition, allowing him to perceive the most fundamental similarity between the two.

The reason he didn't think of it at the time was simply because it was too fantastical and completely unrelated, which made him subconsciously overlook it.

But at this moment, seeing Jiao Ci again and thinking of Jiao Fei, the mist that seemed to have been deliberately concealed dissipated, and Bai Cang immediately remembered him.

The True Lord is actually my brother?! This is absolutely incredible!

Regardless of the nature of the relationship between Jiao Fei and Tianhe Zhenjun, there is ultimately a bond and connection between them.

Even the most far-fetched connection, as long as it can be linked to the Heavenly River True Lord, is an immense fortune.

Without hesitation, Bai Cang decisively chose to accept this immense wealth.

At this moment, Jiao Ci's position in his heart also rapidly rose to the most important level.

"If I were to become sworn brothers with the True Lord, wouldn't Old Han have to call me 'Uncle-Master'?"

Bai Cang smiled broadly and enthusiastically grasped Jiao Ci's hand, but his thoughts were somewhat wandering. "However, I value relationships the most, and I won't make things difficult for Lao Han. At worst, we can each do our own thing."

“I call him Master, and he calls me Uncle-Master. We don’t interfere with each other. Isn’t that wonderful?”

However, Jiao Ci was so frightened by Bai Cang's sudden enthusiasm that he almost lost his soul.

What does he want? What do I have that he might covet? How can I make my knee slide smoother?

In a flash, Jiao Ci launched a three-part self-examination.

The final conclusion: I'm a dude!

Who do they think they are, and who do I think I am, to be schemed against by "Master Bai"?

Looking at the true teachings, there are young prodigies and venerable masters.

Each of Bai Cang's identities was something Jiao Ci considered unattainable.

The combination of these three elements is like that of a celestial being, a level that is completely beyond the comprehension and even the imagination of a "mortal" or "ant."

If Bai Cang is a dragon and a roc, then Sun Hongbo, who has advanced to the Qi Refining stage, is at most a falcon, while he, Jiao Ci, and Zhang He are at best two sparrows.

The three of them, and even the entire Sanyin Temple and Guobei County combined, are not worthy of Bai Cang expending even a little thought to scheme or plot anything.

The only explanation is that Bai Zhenchuan is a man of deep affection and loyalty, and he did not forget his old friendships just because he had risen to great heights.

This is an extremely rare and precious quality, and a blessing that one has earned through eighteen lifetimes of good deeds.

As the saying goes: "Wealth makes it easy to change wives, and status makes it easy to change friends; this is human nature."

But it is precisely because of this that Bai Cang's "noble character" is highlighted.

"It's a pity that I'm not destined to have this immense wealth and fortune; I can only watch it slip away!"

Jiao Ci thought to himself, and couldn't help but put on a mask of pain. "Reporting to the Abbot: Jiao Fei left a letter half a month ago, saying that he had obtained a predestined connection with the immortals, and has already left without saying goodbye."

I'll lead you guys to victory! This incredible fortune has slipped through my fingers?

Upon hearing this, Bai Cang shared the same thought as Jiao Ci and couldn't help but put on the mask of pain as well.

If you calculate the time, it seems that Jiao Fei's "disappearance" occurred just one or two days before the arrival of the True Lord.

It's truly...incredible!

Bai Cang sighed inwardly, but remained outwardly calm. "What a pity. I was thinking of taking my brother to the main temple for cultivation."

"However, everyone has their own destiny. Perhaps Brother Jiao's journey will lead him to great heights and soaring success."

"But if my brother comes back, please be sure to inform him so that we can catch up on our brotherhood."

Upon hearing this, Jiao Ci was filled with remorse and cursed Jiao Fei countless times in his heart.

However, on the surface, he deliberately adopted a posture that was a mixture of "gratification" and "respect," saying, "It is truly a blessing for us that the Master remembers our past friendship."

"It's a pity that Jiao Fei doesn't appreciate his good fortune. If he comes back, I will personally arrest him and bring him before the abbot to beg for forgiveness!"

No! No! If you're going to commit suicide, don't drag me down with you!

What's more, how many heads do you have that you dare to ruin the friendship between me and my dearest family, friends, and brothers?

Thinking of this, Bai Cang's expression darkened slightly. "Brother Jiao and I met when we were both humble beginnings, and our feelings for each other are the most sincere and pure. Uncle Jiao, please don't let worldly thoughts ruin the pure bond between us."

Even Bai Cang felt a chill run down his spine when he said this, as if he had tainted pure emotion with calculating self-interest.

However, like Sun Hongbo and others, they could only maintain their relationship with Bai Cang through "favor".

Bai Cang could only rely on "affection" to maintain the fragile, unknown thread between him and Tianhe Zhenjun.

So, at this moment, who can say that his feelings are not sincere or pure enough?

Judge things by their actions, not their intentions; if we judge by intentions, no one in the world is perfect.

At least Bai Cang's consistent performance is completely consistent with the "persona" he is currently creating, and that is enough.

If a hypocrite can maintain his facade for a lifetime, then he is a true gentleman!

Whether others believe it or not, Bai Cang himself believes it.

Jiao Ci, at least on the surface, was undoubtedly convinced.

Overwhelmed with gratitude, he said, "Greetings, my lord. If I have the opportunity, I will certainly convey your message."

Upon hearing this, Bai Cang did not dwell on the matter further and immediately said, "I will not be staying at the temple permanently from now on, so I will entrust many matters to the three elders."

After saying this, Bai Cang raised the True Inheritance Token, wrote down the decree on the spot, and confirmed it with his seal.

The book states: Sun Hongbo is appointed as the chief steward of the Sanyin Temple, Zhang He as the chief lecturer, and Jiao Ci as the chief cook, temporarily taking charge of all affairs of the Sanyin Temple.

This seal is the true transmission of the Red Dragon General Temple, temporarily held by the Master of the Three Yin Temple, Bai Cang!

Master Sun, Father Zhang, and Uncle Jiao arranged everything perfectly.

In a way, Bai Cang's actions could be considered abusing his power for personal gain and acting on his own initiative.

Because Han Qinhu either forgot or deliberately made a mistake, he did not complete the formalities for him to assume the position of Abbot of the Three Yin Temple.

The Red Dragon Temple also maintained an ambiguous attitude, neither sending out a new temple master nor further confirming Bai Cang's status as the temple master.

But so what? Is there anyone who would dare to compete with Bai Cang for the position of Abbot of the Three Yin Temple?

Or: Is the benefit of the position of the Master of the Three Yin Temple worth breaking ties with Bai Cang, a promising new disciple?

Therefore, whether for Sun Hongbo and the other two, or for the Chilong General Temple, this was a genuine "decree".

"We thank the abbot for his kindness!" Sun Hongbo and the other two quickly bowed down.

"Do your job well, I'll take care of everything."

Bai Cang nodded, then left the Ghostly White Bone Banner behind and instructed the three on the matter of "offering" it.

Then it vanished into thin air!

[Thanks again to "Emperor Dragon Ancestor," please give me a free gift!]