454: Various question marks

"Damn it, how are we supposed to know what we should and shouldn't listen to? Everything came out of your mouth; if you're just spouting nonsense, we wouldn't even know!"

Tang Ku frowned slightly.

"Think what you want, then. Forget it if you don't want to listen..."

The young man made a show of turning to leave, fully expecting one of the two, Tang Ku or Di Renjie, to call out to him, but to his surprise, there was silence for a long time.

When he looked back, he found Tang Ku with his arms crossed, while Di Renjie was picking his nose, looking in his direction with an expression of disdain.

"Well, this is awkward!"

The young man scratched his head and said, "Fine, I've already done the deed, so I'm not afraid of what others might say... Hmm, I'll tell you the truth: my surname is also Tang. You can just call me Tang Xian. Come to think of it, I have some history with this Great Master beside you... Back when he became a monk at that Tianzhu Peak Sanzu Temple... my old man and I visited quite often..."

Tang Ku tilted his head instantly and sneered, "How come I have absolutely no memory of you two? What is your father's name?"

"I can't say that. But, not to brag, he can be considered the greatest sage from ancient times to the present..."

As he spoke, he looked at Tang Ku and the others triumphantly.

Tang Ku was unimpressed; he just crossed his arms and sneered. Tang Xian scratched his head and continued, "Anyway, a lot of things can't be explained in just a few words. You just need to know that my true purpose for coming to this world is to help you. I have absolutely no ill intentions toward you!"

Tang Ku said, "Since it can't be explained in a few words, I'll ask the questions. If you feel you can't answer, just shake your head; otherwise, just answer my questions directly..."

Although he didn't know who his father was—this 'greatest sage'—the reality of his battle with that monster, combined with Di Renjie's extensive citations, was enough to prove that this guy named Tang Xian was definitely not just some ordinary immortal or god. His background must be a Family with immense power.

Tang Xian thought for a moment, then nodded and said, "Ask away. If I can answer, I definitely will!"

Tang Ku tilted his head and thought for a moment, then couldn't help but ask, "What exactly is going on with the System on me? Which mighty being gave me such a cheat, allowing me to survive dangers every time?"

"I really didn't expect you to be so sharp from the very first question..."

Tang Xian was taken aback, then rubbed his chin and said, "Hmm, how should I put this? First of all, the so-called System you have was indeed bestowed upon you by a mighty being. The person who wrote the main program... is my Uncle Fan... Of course, everyone provided input on many details; for example, the Heaven-Defying defensive technique you have was my suggestion..."

Tang Ku pursed his lips and thought to himself, "He's exposed himself now. This guy's background is definitely not simple; otherwise, how could he casually blurt out such secrets?"

"Heh, none of this is considered a secret where we come from. However, I don't know exactly how the System on you operates. I don't come from a technical background. Come to think of it, I'm good at eating, drinking, playing, and fighting, but I really can't handle these Systems and such..."

Tang Xian said helplessly.

"Hmm, at least you're being honest... Then... why did that mighty being bestow this Heaven-Defying System upon me?"

Tang Ku said in a deep voice, "This is the main point. Don't tell me you don't know... When I was avoiding the Heavenly Tribulation and got struck by lightning, ending up in this world, that was also arranged by you, right? What exactly are you trying to do to me? Or is it that you have some mission to give me?"

"This... I can't fully tell you what it's for!"

Tang Xian suddenly said helplessly, "You have to understand, things decided by those higher-ups are not things I can participate in... Hmm, as for the purpose, you just need to know that your mission is related to that 'foreign' guy from outside the realm. Someday, you must do everything in your power to defeat him... As for why... forgive me, I cannot tell you, because if I say it, I will immediately be attacked by the Heavenly Dao itself... I'm already unlucky enough, can you stop making things harder for me?"

Tang Ku smiled playfully and said, "In other words, you're really afraid of your old man?"

"It's not just me. My brother, my two sisters, and I—who among us isn't afraid of him?"

Tang Xian pursed his lips and said, "Besides, those aunts aren't to be trifled with either. If they find out I've caused trouble, I'll definitely die a horrible, horrible death..."

As he spoke, Tang Xian couldn't help but shiver, looking quite terrified.

"Alright, this must be a powerful aristocratic Young Master. Has this kid been cooped up in that circle until he's stupid, which is why he goes around playing wildly just to vent his dissatisfaction? Hmm, come to think of it, what if his claim about coming to help me is also just something he made up!"

Tang Ku frowned slightly, thought it over repeatedly, and suddenly said, "Then you say... you are here to help me... Your strength is now less than one-tenth of what it was, so on what grounds can you help me?"

"Heh, on the strength of the various Magic Treasures left to me by my uncles and aunts!"

Tang Xian patted his chest and said, "Don't worry, it's not like I'll never recover. Once my cultivation is restored, combined with these treasures in my hands, I'll definitely be able to help... hmm, help you..."

It seemed he couldn't think of a word to finish his sentence, and after a long while, he finally managed to squeeze out: "Help you achieve a great cause!"

Tang Ku pursed his lips: "The f*ck, thanks a lot! Tell me, you brat, which aunt did you inherit this habit of spouting nonsense from? Why do I need your help to achieve any great cause? Do you think I care for it?"

"Whether you care or not doesn't matter; I'm here now, so you figure out the arrangements!"

Tang Xian rolled his eyes and said, "If you need anything, just say it. You just need to provide me with a place to stay and take care of a few of my meals!"

"In plain terms, you're just out of options for food, aren't you!"

Tang Ku's mouth twitched, "Fine, I give up. Hmm, from today on, you'll stay by my side. If you're willing to talk in the future, just tell me anytime... Hmm, of course, I still have one last question..."

Hearing that Tang Ku was willing to take him in, Tang Xian couldn't help but beam with joy, "Go ahead, I'm listening!"

"Hmm, actually, this question shouldn't be hard to answer either... The System on me... it doesn't have any side effects, does it!"

Tang Ku couldn't help but ask.

"What side effects? This thing is meant for cultivating... hmm, cultivating... In short, just rest assured and use it. As long as you stick to your original heart in the future, don't let powerful strength go to your head, and uphold good intentions, this thing has absolutely no side effects. But if you turn into some bloodthirsty Devil Head or something, then that's another matter. Perhaps the System might just eliminate you, who knows!"

Tang Xian said ambiguously.

Tang Ku couldn't help but frown slightly: "This thing... is actually a bit dangerous..."