"Sect Leader He, your mountain peaks are long and slender, like five chicken claws!"

"Yes, yes."

He Qin agreed with a helpless expression. His peaks had always been compared to sharp swords; this was the first time they were likened to chicken claws. However, Lin Bai was practicing the 'Spoken Law Follows', so whatever he said was how it should be perceived.

"The clouds in the sky look like cute cotton candy, I really want to take a bite!" Lin Bai pointed at the clouds and laughed.

The crowd was forced to put on a smile.

Wan Qifeng stroked his beard and said, "Indeed, it does. After the Alliance Hierarch mentioned it, it stirred up my childhood memories. Once matters are settled here, I have to go to the mortal world to buy a cotton candy and savor it completely."

Everyone looked at Wan Qifeng with eyes of disdain. What a brown-noser!

Only Lin Bai gave him a thumbs up. "Good one, Elder Wan. Keeping a heart as clear and pure as a crystal, your cultivation of Laws must be twice as effective with half the effort."

"Thank you for your good words, Alliance Hierarch," Wan Qifeng responded with a grin.

"After the war, the Morning Yuan Sword Sect looks like a vivid ink painting. Walking in it makes one feel at ease and relaxed. It's like drinking a glass of honey water in a scorching summer, making every pore of the body cheer..."

Lin Bai was not in a hurry to deal with the aftermath. Instead, he strolled around the Morning Yuan Sword Sect with the members of the Justice League to complete the metaphor sentences task of the Great Language System.

Although using metaphors didn't hinder conversation, discussing serious matters with them was too mentally draining. Haphazard metaphors were simpler in comparison. First, complete the language system task before focusing on the serious issues – this was more beneficial for Lin Bai's performance.

This was not a waste of time. After all, the rewards of the Great Language System Task were quite substantial and could greatly enhance his strength.

He Qin and the others wanted to leave but didn't dare to. They had no choice but to accompany Lin Bai in awkward conversations while introducing the layout of the Morning Yuan Sword Sect. But no one expected that Lin Bai would drag on for half a day, eventually leaving the sycophantic Sect Leaders speechless.

Looking at Lin Bai, who was still chattering away, He Qin and the others couldn't help but genuinely admire him. No matter how dangerous the situation was during the battle, he insisted on using metaphors. Regardless of what he saw in daily life, he always described it with exaggerated metaphors, unaffected by any external factors. Just this perseverance and determination far surpassed theirs.

Of course, those who had achieved the Nascent Soul Realm were individuals of steadfast determination. However, they had to admit that they couldn't chat awkwardly with as much grace as Lin Bai...

This is not only a test of determination but also of the thickness of one's skin!

In the end, everyone concluded that while 'Spoken Law Follows' might seem simple, it was probably not something they could master. They should just concentrate on understanding other Laws!

[Concise language can quickly transmit information. At crucial moments, it can play an unexpected role; Within 24 hours, use the most concise language to express your thoughts; Reward: Silence (using this skill, when you are silent, no one within a one-kilometer radius can make any sound)]

It was uncertain which metaphor had caused an issue. Only on the second day did the Great Language System send a completion notification for the metaphor sentence task. Lin Bai had gained a new skill – doubling the decibel level of his speaking volume.

However, he didn't immediately test the skill. Completing each Great Language System task was mentally exhausting and left his mind feeling numb. He needed time to rest and recover. Moreover, there was no need to test this skill. It could be a secret weapon if he didn't expose it prematurely; there would be no benefit in revealing it in advance.

The new task reward from the Great Language System had once again become somewhat underwhelming. The Silence skill seemed like a Divine Technique, capable of disrupting Spells that required incantations to cast. But a one-kilometer range was admittedly mediocre. After all, cultivators at the Divinity Transformation Stage could launch attacks from several kilometers away, so his Silence might not affect the opponent. Instead, it might interfere with his own people.

As expected, the System's rewards are unpredictable: some are useful, some aren't...

Putting the Great Language System tasks aside, Lin Bai stopped and glanced at the crowd, who were mentally exhausted from his antics. "Everyone, let's head to the council chamber! I'm sorry that my cultivation practice has taken up so much of your time. We should focus on the main issues now."

"The Alliance Hierarch is right, this metaphor is quite vivid..." Xin Shang reflexively agreed, but halfway through his statement, a realization struck, and he widened his eyes. "Alliance Hierarch, your 'Spoken Law Follows'?"

"Persistent effort yields success. I managed to surmount another hurdle by chance," Lin Bai said, laughing.

Everyone quickly put on a smile. Regardless of their inner emotions, they all breathed a sigh of relief and sincerely congratulated Lin Bai, "Congratulations to the Alliance Hierarch for further improving your Cultivation Level."

If Lin Bai hadn't stopped, they would have gone mad. Being a yes-man really isn't that easy.

「Sword Peak. Council Chamber.」

Everyone took their seats. Lin Bai naturally sat in the Sect Leader's position. By his side were Xiao Bai and Fox Three, the newly transformed Little Foxes. Behind him was the dazed bodyguard, The True Li.

Hu He was seated at the lower end with the other children. The imposing presence of the many Nascent Soul cultivators in the hall intimidated her so much she barely dared to breathe, but her admiring gaze never left Lin Bai.

Effortlessly manipulating the Divinity Transformation Realm cultivator, and compelling numerous Nascent Soul masters to go along with his day-long metaphor session... Having such a powerful master is truly a blessing accumulated over three lifetimes! As for Lin Bai's various peculiar methods, Hu He couldn't care less. The Fox Clan excels in Charm Technique; in her heart, fighting and killing are inferior means...

Looking at Lin Bai on the Sect Leader's seat, He Qin felt an infinite sense of melancholy. Just a day ago, he was the one sitting there! Nominally, the Morning Yuan Sword Sect had merely become a member of the Justice League. But He Qin knew clearly that his position as Sect Leader meant little anymore; he wouldn't dare disobey Lin Bai's commands. To put it bluntly, the Justice League was Lin Bai's one-man show.

Not only He Qin, but Wan Qifeng and Ma Changcheng also felt uneasy. Although they had humored Lin Bai's nonsense for a day, everyone knew that the decisive moment that would determine their fate was next. Lin Bai making them talk in metaphors all day seemed more like a psychological tactic to wear down their willpower and establish his authority...

Jiang Yuru was also somewhat worried. Ten sects around Qian City had gathered; only Hundred Flower Valley was missing. She knew her Sect Leader's plan. Now she only hoped that the Transcendent One taken by the Valley Master as a communication tool would be astute enough to relay the news here to the Valley Master in time, preventing her from doing something foolish... Even if the Seven Righteous Sects wanted to deal with Lin Bai, Hundred Flower Valley should not be the one to stick its neck out.

Meanwhile, Pei Yanzong, who had regained his senses, sat in the members' seat on behalf of Waning Sun Gate. His status as a Puppet left him with little interest in the Justice League. Most of his thoughts were focused on his complicated emotional entanglement with Dao Xu and The True Li. He didn't know when The True Li would regain his senses, and Dao Xu was determined to part ways with him. His path of love was too difficult.

The Player representatives were Dumbelldore and Silver. They were chatting privately in the hall, completely unaffected by the atmosphere. Their conversation focused mainly on their prospects for the future and how Lin Bai would deal with them. Previously, for advertising effect, they had collectively recited the incantation for Palm Thunder without Lin Bai's consent, which was equivalent to great disrespect. Shopkeeper Lin would be justified in punishing them however he saw fit.

However, after much deliberation, the two of them reached a conclusion: As long as Shopkeeper Lin still wanted to use them, he couldn't do anything to them. After all, the law does not presume to punish the masses! In any case, they had been Lin Bai's confidants for over a month, personally fostered by him. Many affairs of the Beggar Gang depended on them...

The law does not presume to punish the masses? Lin Bai had been eavesdropping on the two Players' conversation and sneered at their conclusion. They're certainly full of themselves!

AHEM!

With a light cough, Lin Bai drew everyone's attention to him. He smiled slightly and said, "Everyone, due to my personal reasons, the post-war summary meeting was postponed. However, this does not affect the formality of the meeting. Firstly, let us welcome the new members to the Justice League. The addition of new members makes the Justice League even stronger. Let us give our new members the warmest applause and welcome them into our collective."

Lin Bai led the applause. The Players and the Little White Fox cooperated. In an instant, the hall was filled with continuous applause.

He Qin and the others felt awkward, as if sitting on pins and needles. They clapped along with the crowd, quite unaccustomed to Lin Bai's novel approach.

Lin Bai pressed his hand down. The applause stopped.

His gaze swept over everyone in the hall, finally landing on He Qin, Wan Qifeng, and Ma Changcheng. "Sect Leader He, Pavilion Master Wan, Pavilion Master Ma. The rights and obligations of Justice League members were previously published in the Justice Weekly, so I presume you are aware of them. I won't elaborate further. Next, let's discuss the matter of war reparations."

War reparations?

He Qin and the others looked at each other, stunned.

"Don't look at me like that. If you had proactively joined the Justice League when I first extended the invitation, then we would all be good partners, simply abiding by the League's rules, and there would naturally be no question of reparations," Lin Bai said. "But you remained obstinate, even resorting to Martial Power to resist the Justice League. To persuade you, the Justice League expended considerable manpower and resources, mobilizing forces and consuming a great deal of energy and materials. If you don't offer some compensation, it will likely be difficult to satisfy the public. Moreover, demanding war reparations from the defeated can also serve as a warning to any latecomers who might covet our Justice League."

He Qin and the others complained inwardly, You could have chosen not to persuade us, right? And what losses did you even incur? Throughout the entire battle, you just stood there without moving, just watching us fly around... This provided Lin Bai with a large wave of resentment.

At this moment, they somewhat missed the Lin Bai who spoke in metaphors. At least that Lin Bai wasn't so unreasonably difficult...

One must bow when under another's roof. Knowing that they couldn't get away without some sacrifice, He Qin reluctantly nodded. "It is as it should be. Alliance Hierarch, please state what compensation you require from us."

"Sect Leader He, I hear that the Morning Yuan Sword Sect possesses a Mysterious Iron Vein. I don't want all of it; just allocate half to the Justice League," Lin Bai said, glancing at He Qin.

"Alliance Hierarch, the Mysterious Iron Vein is the very foundation of the Morning Yuan Sword Sect..." Lin Bai's outrageous demand immediately made He Qin anxious.

"Sect Leader He, if someone else possessed my methods, the Morning Yuan Sword Sect would no longer exist, let alone the Mysterious Iron Vein, of which I'm still leaving you half. You should be able to distinguish what's more important, right?" Lin Bai said, smiling at He Qin. "If you can't even accept such a simple request, then feel free to withdraw from the Justice League!"

Xin Shang and the others instantly cast unfriendly glances at He Qin, which, combined with their stiff "Laugh When I See You" smiles, looked exceedingly strange.

"I accept." He Qin, drenched in sweat, thought it over repeatedly and dejectedly accepted Lin Bai's extortion.

"Half the income from the Mysterious Iron Vein! Our weapons are sorted!" Silver excitedly bumped Dumbelldore's shoulder. "From birdshot to cannons! Shopkeeper Lin is truly effective."

You have no authority over it, so what's there to be happy about? Dumbelldore thought sourly. He was the founding senior disciple of the Righteous Door and, by rights, should enjoy the status of a young master. But now, his status was inferior even to that of a Little Fox. No matter how many resources the Justice League had, it had little to do with him...

"Valley Master Ma." Lin Bai looked towards Ma Changcheng.

"Alliance Hierarch, please give your instructions," Ma Changcheng said respectfully. With He Qin's precedent, he was prepared to make a significant sacrifice. He would agree to whatever Lin Bai said.

"I want all of Medicine King Valley's Dan Fang," Lin Bai said, looking at him.

"Impossible!" Ma Changcheng shot up, his face flushed red, his chest heaving, clearly furious to the extreme. He had never imagined Lin Bai would be so ruthless as to demand his sect's foundation. Had he known this earlier, he would never have surrendered, no matter what. He would have fought Lin Bai to the death rather than end up in such a passive situation.

Xin Shang and the others were stunned. They hadn't expected Lin Bai to make such a demand either. This was clearly pushing Medicine King Valley to a dead end!

He Qin felt a wave of relief. Compared to Medicine King Valley, he suddenly felt that ceding half of the mine vein wasn't such a big deal anymore.

"Valley Master Ma, please calm down," Lin Bai said, motioning downwards with his hand for him to sit.

Ma Changcheng did not sit. He turned to Lin Bai and cupped his fists. "Alliance Hierarch, please change your request. Dan Fang are the fundamental basis for a Pill Master's survival. Once they are leaked externally, Medicine King Valley will cease to have a reason to exist. Moreover... moreover, if the Dan Fang are leaked and the Pill and Spirit Sect investigates, everyone who knows the Dan Fang will perish without a burial place. I implore the Alliance Hierarch to reconsider..."

"Valley Master Ma, times have changed. Even without my proposal, with the presence of the heavenly beings, your Dan Fang cannot be protected," Lin Bai said, looking at Ma Changcheng and shaking his head. "These past few days, you've probably realized that there are no secrets among the heavenly beings. Unless your sect never accepts heavenly beings, your Dan Fang will inevitably be leaked one day."

Ma Changcheng wanted to tell Lin Bai that they could cultivate the loyalty of the heavenly beings, but remembering everything that had happened recently, he swallowed his words. It seemed the heavenly beings truly had little loyalty to speak of towards them.

"Valley Master Ma, I am thinking for your sake. Your capabilities are limited, and you cannot protect the Dan Fang, but the Justice League can," Lin Bai said.

"The Justice League has even more heavenly beings. How can the Alliance Hierarch protect the Dan Fang from being leaked?" Ma Changcheng sneered. "The Pill and Spirit Sect has been passed down to this day because of the united will of Pill Masters, their shared determination to guard secrets."

"I intend to use the League's name to promote a patent law," Lin Bai said, glancing at him.

"What is patent law?" Ma Changcheng asked.

"Patent law is specifically established for all handcrafted products and trademarks, such as Alchemy, Artifact Refining, and the like. For example, once Medicine King Valley's Dan Fang are patented within the Justice League, they will enjoy patent rights over those Dan Fang. Patent rights are exclusive. If others wish to use the technology of a Dan Fang to refine Pill Medicine, they must obtain authorization from the patent holder. Only Pill Medicine produced in this way is legal; otherwise, it constitutes an act of infringement, and the Justice League will mete out punishment," Lin Bai briefly explained the contents of patent law to Ma Changcheng.

"How will they be punished?" Ma Changcheng asked.

"Confiscation of all their income, dispatching troops to crusade against them..." Lin Bai paused for a moment, then said.

Ma Changcheng said, exasperated, "Isn't this still the same as the Pill and Spirit Sect's methods?"

"It's different," Lin Bai shook his head and smiled. "Patent law is a new approach. With the advent of the heavenly beings, Dan Fang are no longer secrets. When we can no longer safeguard the Dan Fang, we shouldn't just think about continuing to hide them away; instead, we must learn to share. Patent law actually solves the problem of dissemination. Legal authorization can bring us greater benefits. Moreover, the promotion of patent rights will also help stimulate the enthusiasm of Pill Masters to research Dan Fang. After all, authorization can bring more benefits to Pill Masters..."