Of course Zhao Xing knew that, throughout the history of the Reincarnation Temple, more than one piece of the Yanshen Stele has been lost.

If Qing Yu Zi managed to obtain a piece of the Yanshen Stele, he wouldn't be surprised.

Because they did the same in a previous life as players.

Why does the Yanshen Stele frequently get stolen?

This must be explained from the purpose of the Reincarnation Temple.

The purpose of the Reincarnation Temple is: to maintain cosmic balance.

This purpose further evolved into another aim: to prohibit strong individuals from using their powers to resurrect others arbitrarily.

The voluntary reincarnation of the Reincarnation Realm is not included in this prohibition. Voluntary reincarnation is akin to dispersing one's Cultivation, returning the Spiritual Energy Origin. It's participating in the natural cycle of life and death.

In some cases, the resurrection prohibition can be relaxed, but the main focus of the Reincarnation Temple is on 'arbitrary resurrection'.

However, surrounding the aim of 'maintaining cosmic balance,' a divergence of ideas has gradually arisen within the Reincarnation Temple, giving birth to three different concepts.

First, Primalism. 𝕗𝚛𝚎𝚎𝐰𝗲𝗯𝗻𝚘𝚟𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝕞

The Reincarnation Temple does not meddle in Ancient Country disputes nor interfere with Cultivator factions, maintaining purity.

Primalists, who represent the current mainstream thought of the Reincarnation Temple, do not stifle the Cultivation in the Reincarnation Realm.

Second, Active Salvationism.

Salvationists believe the desolation of the Star Realm is increasingly severe, which disrupts cosmic balance. Active involvement is necessary, integrating all forces to 'maintain cosmic balance,' which involves: the Reincarnation Temple should expand its existing armed forces.

Third: Extreme Balanceism.

No form of 'resurrection' should exist, including voluntary reincarnation in the Reincarnation Realm. Complete prohibition on resurrection is needed to save cosmic decay.

When it comes to the need for force, extremists and active salvationists are in agreement.

To implement their ideology, forceful suppression is necessary.

If neutrality is lost, purity is lost, and other superpowers surely will not stand idly by. Who would want a mighty figure above them?

Therefore, 'Primalism' remains dominant in the Reincarnation Temple.

But it's important to note that the other two voices have always existed, which is a major cause of the frequent thefts of the Yanshen Stele.

A powerful defense is often breached from within.

In the upcoming 'Temple Strife' version, significant splits will occur in the Reincarnation Temple, and the Yanshen Stele will appear in large numbers.

But in fact, numerous thefts of the Yanshen Stele have happened before.

Why does solving Zhao Xing's Three Gods Fate Palace require such a great cost? This is the reason.

Some pieces of the Yanshen Stele were retrieved, while some are still missing.

"If Qing Yu Zi stole a piece in some life and uniquely practiced the Reincarnation Secret Skill to refine it into Lifebound Reincarnation Daoist Soldier, then he wouldn't need a lot of materials."

"With the Yanshen Stele, having Cultivated the Three Gods Fate Palace, the preparation for the Reincarnation Altar could be greatly simplified."

As Zhao Xing watched Qing Yu Zi reach into the void with one hand, he suddenly realized.

No wonder he dared to hitch the ride, no wonder he dared to fleece Dong Yan Ancient Clan.

If Old Qing stole cleanly, without anyone knowing, he could completely transform the crime into credit afterward! I'm here to return the Yanshen Stele!

"Wait, does Old Qing actually have a background in the Reincarnation Temple?"

"If everything goes according to Old Qing's plan, then after his resurrection, he would disrupt Dong Yan Ancient Clan's resurrection while retrieving the Yanshen Stele, and his own strength would further improve."

"He might even gain more influence in the Reincarnation Temple..."

Zhao Xing watched Qing Yu Zi in shock and uncertainty, cautiously asking:

"Old, senior, your roots, in the reincarnation..."

Qing Yu Zi did not respond, playing dead.

"I misspoke."

But playing dead was also a form of acknowledgment.

At this moment, Zhao Xing finally understood who had given Qing Yu Zi his courage.

As for the internal intrigues? Zhao Xing did not wish to learn anymore, wisely avoiding further inquiry.

Knowing too much now would not benefit him.

Qing Yu Zi evaded the question, his eyes continued flashing words [The karma contract with Dong Yan Ancient Clan is on me, the constraint is on me, not on you.]

"You mean I can report this now without being detected?" Zhao Xing was stunned.

[Theoretically yes, Dong Yan Ancient Clan could bypass the 'karma contract' to kill you, and you no longer are bound by the original constraints.]

[But, don't overdo it, revealing Heavenly Secrets would still have repercussions.]

The words were convoluted, but Zhao Xing understood.

Because he had actually died once, and who killed him? Undoubtedly, it was still Dong Yan Ancient Clan.

In fact, this was a breach by another means.

With the karma contract now shared by Qing Yu Zi, just like the time when the acclaimed scholar Zhuo En transferred the illusion curse for Du Yun to bear.

Essentially, Zhao Xing had been breaching the contract in another way.

Everyone was using a 'karma contract' like a thin layer over a window, deceiving each other, and no one knew how many things were done secretly.

Of course, after the contract, Zhao Xing actually did nothing, except for calling people this once.

Instead, Dong Yan Ancient Clan kept targeting him, he was prepared to leave once he gathered enough money!

"You're all big shots, but what does this have to do with me, I just delivered something." Zhao Xing said bitterly.

If he was playing a set of Qingyu Cards, he was now the weakest player.

Unaware of how many players there were, and any card the opponent drew would surpass him.

Qing Yu Zi: [No need to play the victim, speaking to you implies I believe you have the strength to walk alongside me.]