From a certain perspective, this question is actually quite private—after all, if a Core Formation Realm cultivator can attract Sevenfold Tribulation Lightning, it's obvious there's some secret involved, and such secrets are usually not easily shared.

Previously, Zhang Xinzhu went out for public relations to cover up the fact that Xiao Lin attracted the Tribulation Lightning... Although the reason wasn't particularly convincing, as the main person in charge of public relations for the Flowing Cloud Sect in recent years, Zhang Xinzhu was quite experienced.

Back to the point, upon hearing Yu Qiaoxi's question, Xiao Lin immediately replied, "I don't know."

Although he had many guesses in his heart, he had no evidence to prove them, so he could only answer this way.

"I see." Yu Qiaoxi nodded somewhat regretfully.

The others also nodded, and Ning Yunmiao even speculated whether "Senior Brother had made some vow" or "Senior Brother had done something heinous."

...And then she received a flick on the forehead from Xiao Lin.

In any case, no one questioned this answer.

Normally, Xiao Lin's response would be hard to believe. You attracted Sevenfold Tribulation Lightning, and you say you don't know anything?

But Xiao Lin truly didn't know, and the others naturally accepted this reason.

Everything seemed so logical.

Then it was Xiao Lin's turn to counterattack.

"Speaking of which, I seemed to see strange lights emanating from each of you earlier." Xiao Lin looked at Yu Qiaoxi, Luo Qingyan, and Lu Xingqiu one by one, with a curious expression, "What was that?"

"Yeah, what was that?" Ning Yunmiao, reminded by this, recalled the scene and asked curiously.

However, unlike Xiao Lin, whose curiosity was feigned, Ning Yunmiao was genuinely curious.

Ning Yunmiao: I'm really curious.

"Uh..."

Hearing this question, Lu Xingqiu's expression visibly stiffened.

【Damn, I almost used that Immortal-Grade Magic Treasure earlier. I was too hasty. With my current strength, even if I used it, it wouldn't have been effective... But seeing Senior Brother about to be struck by lightning, how could I remain calm?】

An Immortal-Grade Magic Treasure? Wow, that's a treasure even in top sects, and you managed to get one? Is this the advantage of being reborn?

Xiao Lin glanced at Lu Xingqiu imperceptibly.

【Luckily, Master appeared in time, or I would have had to use my Realm Experience Card, which is one-time use... Although to save Senior Brother, the card is insignificant, but even if I saved him, I wouldn't know how to explain it later... Hmm, in hindsight, the best scenario would have been for me and Senior Brother to be struck to ashes together, so we could be together forever...】

Stop right there! Don't have such thoughts anymore! I'm begging you!

Xiao Lin glanced at Luo Qingyan out of the corner of his eye, feeling uneasy.

"I don't know about Second Senior Sister and Third Senior Brother, but I was about to use my trump card." Seeing that Luo Qingyan and Lu Xingqiu remained silent, Yu Qiaoxi spoke openly, "But I can't explain it too clearly, as everyone has their secrets."

【I wonder if I can counter the Tribulation Lightning with my current strength by using a Forbidden Technique?】

A Forbidden Technique... I'd love to see that...

Listening to Yu Qiaoxi's thoughts, Xiao Lin nodded, "I see, then I won't ask further. I suppose it's the same for Second Junior Sister and Third Senior Brother?"

Lu Xingqiu and Luo Qingyan immediately nodded in agreement.

"Although I'm touched that you were willing to use your trump cards to save me, in reality, in that situation, you might not have been able to help." Xiao Lin looked at Luo Qingyan and the others, speaking earnestly, "And since they're trump cards, they should be used when necessary and effective, not easily exposed."

"If I didn't even try, and something happened to you, Senior Brother, I would never forgive myself."

Lu Xingqiu, who usually obeyed Xiao Lin, surprisingly voiced his disagreement.

Luo Qingyan nodded again, clearly agreeing with Lu Xingqiu.

"Senior Brother, your words make sense, but they're not practical." Yu Qiaoxi shrugged, "If we're in danger, would you really calmly assess the situation before deciding whether to use your trump card?"

"Uh... maybe not..."

Xiao Lin raised his hand to scratch his head.

Then he suddenly realized that he didn't seem to have any trump cards himself...

Damn, everyone has a background, why do I feel like I'm doing so poorly?

Indeed, not all transmigrators are the same.

"There's nothing more to say then... As for why you attracted the Sevenfold Tribulation Lightning, Senior Brother, let's wait for Master to return and ask." After Yu Qiaoxi finished speaking, she turned to the Slime following her, "So, how do we deal with this thing?"

Everyone's gaze fell on the Slime.

Although it sounds irresponsible, the root cause of this incident can actually be traced back to this creature.

"So, is this a divine beast of good omen?" Lu Xingqiu asked skeptically.

"It should be. The Fivefold Tribulation Lightning at the start was brought by it." Ning Yunmiao put down Xiaobai, crouched down to look at the Slime, her big eyes filled with curiosity.

【So this is a Slime, the first time I've seen a live one, it looks so cute... Speaking of which, I used to see things online about Slimes battling so-and-so, which means Slimes should be strong, no wonder it could attract Tribulation Lightning in this world...】

No, no, no, the Slime battles you saw online are probably not what you think...

Xiao Lin's mouth twitched as he pushed away the long-forgotten, unhealthy memories resurfacing in his mind, and looked at Yu Qiaoxi, "Since it's your spirit pet, Fifth Junior Sister, you should know something about it, right?"

"Yes, I know a bit..." Yu Qiaoxi looked down at the Slime with its big round eyes, raising an eyebrow, "Speaking of which, why did Uncle Zhang and the others leave without asking a single question? Do the uncles know something?"

"No, you joined later, so you might not know." Xiao Lin waved his hand casually, "Master has long instructed the peak masters that anything happening on Green Lotus Peak doesn't need to be known by the uncles, so Uncle Li and the others didn't ask much."

After explaining, Xiao Lin couldn't help but let his thoughts wander.

He never thought much of it before, just assuming Master found the uncles bothersome, but now it seems Master really knows something...

【So that's how it is, then I can experiment with Forbidden Techniques more openly in the future? Even if I cause a few explosions, it shouldn't be a problem.】

No, no, no, Master is just lazy, not absent. If you cause any explosions, she'll definitely throw you off the mountain...

Xiao Lin looked at Yu Qiaoxi in horror, thinking to himself.