My Senior Brother is Too Steady - Chapter 615
Chapter 615: In front of the Lingxiao Hall! Turn the Limit!
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
“I, um… I, Dao Weizi, am a cultivator of the Jade Void Palace. This… I am indeed the founder of the Dao Wei Immortal Sect… Back then, the Dao Immortal Sect that I established had indeed quarreled with the Immortal Du Sect. However, that was because the Dao Immortal Sect had developed itself and was seeking a place to worship. The Honglin Kingdom of the Youqin Clan happened to be between the two countries that worshiped the Dao Wei Immortal Sect. That was why they sent troops to attack the Honglin Kingdom. It was a normal expansion of the sect at that time. Moreover, I had specially instructed everyone in the Immortal Sect to avoid conflict with the Immortal Du Sect as much as possible. I had also prepared other countries to replace the Honglin Kingdom with the Immortal Du Sect. Although this matter is not right, and the Immortal Dao cannot interfere with the mortals casually, the Heavenly Courts had not risen back then. The various immortal sects of the Middle Continent had done so. It was an old tradition of the Primordial World. I’m willing to accept the Heavenly Courts’ punishment for this matter.”
In front of the Lingxiao Hall, in the interrogation room.
Dao Weizi was dressed in a silk gray robe. He lowered his head and said those words.
On the stairs in front of him, the Jade Emperor, who was sitting quietly behind the jade table, was expressionless. It made the immortal who had obtained the Dao and longevity feel a lot of pressure. His forehead was covered in sweat.
As Li Changshou was no longer the main judge, the previous venue had been modified. The main judge was naturally the Jade Emperor, who was sitting in front of the hall.
Under Li Changshou’s suggestion, there was no need to add a jury in this case. Many righteous gods of the Heavenly Courts stood on both sides of the steps. They could come up with strategies and speak at any time.
The previous words were naturally the result of Dao Weizi’s careful consideration. It was also within Li Changshou’s expectations.
If Dao Weizi were to throw all the responsibility onto Randeng, it would be counterproductive.
Dao Weizi’s current attitude was most likely unrelated to Chan School. After all, he was not an important figure of Chan School.
Li Changshou stood quietly at the bottom of the stairs and did not say anything.
In front of the hall, the Jade Emperor hummed softly and slowly said, “Dao Weizi, whatever you say now will become the key to influencing the direction of this case. I’m sitting here. Don’t be afraid to tell the truth. The Heavenly Dao is always watching you.”
Dao Weizi’s Dao Body trembled and he smiled bitterly in his heart.
He was an immortal of longevity after all. He was also a member of Chan School. Normally, he would be in the limelight wherever he went. Occasionally, he would go to various banquets in East Kunlun. However, his ears would soften when he heard flattery.
However, in this place, he seemed to have become a “weak group”.
Dao Weizi secretly looked at Deputy Sect Master Randeng, who was standing quietly on the right. He then looked a little further away. He was the eldest senior brother of the Jade Void Palace’s spokesperson, Guang Chengzi. His thoughts were extremely complicated.
He did not expect that this matter would implicate him.
Didn’t they say that the Heavenly Courts used Chang’e to frame the Heavenly General and attacked the Deputy Sect Master of Chan School? They wanted to use that to establish the Heavenly Courts’ advantageous position against the Saint Sect.
Why did it suddenly involve the Dao Immortal Sect?
However, Dao Weizi was an intelligent Daoist.
When he was suddenly called out by the Golden-Winged Roc of the Heavenly Courts, he was wondering what had happened.
Although he did not think of anything.
When he was brought to the Heavenly Courts’ general by Senior Brother Chi Jingzi, Dao Weizi naturally heard Chi Jingzi’s voice transmission…
“After I go to the Heavenly Courts, if anyone asks, you have to weigh what you should say and what you should not say.”
Therefore, Dao Weizi weighed the matter all the way. When he arrived in the Heavenly Courts and heard what the Heavenly Courts’ God, Taibai Jinxing, had said during the interrogation, he immediately understood what was going on.
How could Dao Weizi not know about that?
When Deputy Sect Master Randeng looked for him back then, he had thought that there was a wide path in front of him. He had to seize the opportunity.
If Deputy Sect Master Randeng was happy, wouldn’t he be able to be promoted to a personal disciple of Chan School, obtain the opportunity to listen to the Dao in front of the Saint, be recognized by the Saint, become a core disciple of Chan School, and become the 13th Golden Immortal of Chan School…
Ah, what a pity.
At that time, Deputy Sect Master Randeng had suffered a loss. He had been schemed against by Taibai Jinxing, who was sitting behind the long table today. Most of the treasures that he had accumulated over countless years were gone…
As a result, Dao Weizi was reprimanded and remained in seclusion in the Jade Void Palace.
Dao Weizi did not dare to think too much. He pondered for a while and muttered, “I’m not lying.”
The Jade Emperor nodded slowly and waved his left hand gently. A wisp of golden light rushed into the sky above the Lingxiao Treasure Hall. His calm voice spread everywhere.
“The Heavenly Dao is the judgment.”
Boom!
A purple-black lightning dragon appeared out of thin air and streaked across Dao Weizi’s head. It bared its fangs and brandished its claws, its might overwhelming the sky!
The terrifying Heavenly Might crashed down. Dao Weizi’s Dao Body trembled. He looked up at the sky, his eyes filled with fear.
“T-this…”
The Jade Emperor chuckled and said, “You are a disciple of a great sect. I’ll give you this chance. Otherwise, the next Heavenly Punishment will not only scare you but also land on you. Here! The Heavenly Dao is monitoring, if you dare to speak nonsense. I will not forgive you!”
Dao Weizi hurriedly lowered his head and bowed deeply. His eyes trembled as he took a deep breath.
What should I do?
Suddenly, Li Changshou sighed and said, “Your Majesty, Dao Weizi must be afraid of someone here. Therefore, I don’t dare to tell the truth. Why don’t you personally give a decree? As long as Dao Weizi tells the truth, not only will the Heavenly Courts protect him, but we will also forgive him a portion of his crimes by explaining to Chan School. From the looks of it, Dao Weizi is not the mastermind. He has no choice but to respect the orders of a Deputy Sect Master.”
Dao Weizi’s Adam’s apple trembled and he almost nodded.
The Jade Emperor nodded slowly and said, “What you said is very true, Dao Weizi. Do you dare to speak after I made such a promise to you?”
“I… I…”
Guang Chengzi sighed. “Say whatever you have to say. Just report the truth about what happened back then. Although this matter concerns Deputy Sect Master Randeng, we are suing the human emperor today. It’s a good thing that you are not implicated.”
“Ah, Eldest Senior Brother, you know about this too…”
Dao Weizi sighed and was about to speak.
Li Changshou suddenly said, “Dao Weizi, why don’t you sit down and talk? Calm down.”
At the side, the meditation cushion that was meant for Ju Liusun was quickly carried over by the Heavenly General. How could Dao Weizi dare to disobey?
After sitting down, Dao Weizi felt more confident.
He pondered for a moment and glanced at Randeng’s gloomy face.
“Fellow Daoists of the Heavenly Courts, you must know that before the Heavenly Courts rose, immortals and mortals had the same logic. Mortals wanted pills to extend their lifespans, while immortals wanted luck and merit. Most of them would secretly control some kingdoms and tribes. At that time, no one said that it was wrong. The main body of an immortal was also a human. Of course, the rules set by the Heavenly Courts are indeed wrong. I have already ordered the Dao Immortal Sect to stop oppressing the mortal kingdoms…”
“Get to the point.” Li Changshou interrupted his nagging and said firmly, “The problem now is, is the person who besieged the Honglin Kingdom, attacked the Honglin Kingdom at night, and ordered the extermination of the male members of the current generation of the Human Emperor’s clan you, Dao Weizi?”
Upon hearing that, Dao Weizi panicked.
“How can it be me? Although I’m not a benevolent person, I know how difficult it is for living beings to survive. There are limits to the conflicts between the immortal sects and the mortal world over merit and precious materials. Which righteous Qi Refinement cultivator would kill mortals for no reason? This will cause negative karma!”
Li Changshou said calmly, “Since you didn’t give the order, did someone instruct you?”
“I can’t explain it clearly.” Dao Weizi looked at Randeng and whispered, “I only led the current Sect Leader of the Dao Immortal Sect to the front of Deputy Sect Master Randeng. Everything was set up by Deputy Sect Master Randeng.”
Li Changshou looked enlightened. He turned around and reported to the Jade Emperor.
He continued, “Your Majesty, Marshal Golden Roc has already summoned the current Sect Leader of the Dao Mini Immortal Sect and a few important elders.”
“Yes.”
The Jade Emperor said coldly. General Dongmu, who was at the side, shouted. Several figures were escorted by the Heavenly Soldiers and Heavenly Generals.
This time, the Heavenly Soldiers and Heavenly Generals did not stand on ceremony. One of them shouted, “Kneel!”
The legs of the ordinary Golden Immortal old Daoists trembled. They lowered their heads and knelt. They did not dare to raise their heads.
At that moment, the ordinary officials of the Heavenly Courts, who had said that it was not appropriate to be the judge, kept asking questions. The longevity immortals of the Immortal Sects under Chan School opened their mouths and admitted their mistakes.
“Deputy Sect Master Randeng personally ordered me to control the two tribes near the Honglin Kingdom, Dong Li, and Hai Ti. Deputy Sect Master Randeng is an ancient mighty figure and the Deputy Sect Master of Chan School. My master has to be respectful when he sees him. I don’t dare to disrespect him…”
“Are there any details?”
“Details…”
“How did you control these two tribes?”
The Sect Leader sighed and said, “Lord Taibai Jinxing, this matter is a little difficult to talk about. The Immortal Sects usually negotiate with the mortal countries of the human race. We will first give them benefits and then gradually come into contact with them. If a Fang Nation originally had an immortal Dao faction, they would have to secretly play games and negotiate step by step. In the end, they would decide the victor and loser. There would basically not be any major fights. However, at that time, Deputy Sect Master Randeng urged us. He only gave us a few months. To see the results immediately, we had no choice but to use some strategies…”
“What strategies?”
“We chose a female disciple with average potential but outstanding looks and used some bewitching pills to control the leaders of the two tribes…”
Li Changshou frowned and said, “Was this ordered by Deputy Sect Master Randeng?”
“Yes, yes.”
The Sect Leader lowered his head and sighed. The immortals of the Heavenly Courts were in an uproar.
Perfected Taiyi squinted. Although his mouth was sealed, he could still make a powerful comment.
“Boohoo! Randeng… Ahem!”
Although the details were small, they destroyed the image of the mighty figures of Randeng Ancient times and Chan School.
Li Changshou sighed and continued to ask about the various details. He revealed the tragedy of the Honglin Kingdom that night.
An hour later, the immortals’ emotions were stirred. They glared at Randeng.
In the Dharma Array deep in the Great White Hall, Li Changshou’s paper effigy and the Jade Emperor’s incarnation, Quan Dong, squatted together and exchanged a few words softly.
In front of the Lingxiao Treasure Hall, the Jade Emperor waved his hand. The few witnesses from the Dao Immortal Sect left.
The Jade Emperor sighed and said, “Daoist Randeng, if you can use your thoughts on the right path, the world will be much more stable.”
A righteous god of the Heavenly Courts took two steps forward and bowed to the Jade Emperor.
“Your Majesty! Daoist Randeng had already investigated the matter of him harming the current human emperor’s race with his might! Please punish me severely, Your Majesty!”
The Jade Emperor said, “Minister, don’t be anxious. Although this matter is clear, what happened today is a reference for the future actions of the Heavenly Courts. You have to pay attention to the details. Minister Changgeng, you said that you have evidence. Where is the evidence?”
“Your Majesty.” Li Changshou lowered his head and bowed. He took out a Shadow-Retaining Ball from his sleeve. “This is evidence.”
The Jade Emperor said, “Let’s take a look.”
“Okay!”
Li Changshou answered and activated the Shadow-Retaining Ball’s restrictions. Immediately, a scene in the starry night appeared.
Randeng was sitting cross-legged on the cloud. Five-colored divine light flickered around his body, and the Glazed Pagoda in his hand instantly left him.
At the same time, an aqua-blue halo slowly spread out. The twenty-four stars shone. Randeng’s figure instantly stopped, and the universe was completely sealed.
An armored Daoist with a beautiful beard landed from the sky and hurriedly shouted, “Deputy Sect Master Randeng, don’t be afraid! I’ve already protected you! Everyone, give me, Zhao Gongming, some face. Don’t fight anymore!”
Why is my treasure broken? Why is it not listening to me?
The scene stopped.
Actually, there was still the segment of dividing the spoils later. He still had to care about his image in Zhao Gongming’s eyes.
Even so, the immortals almost laughed out loud.
As long as he brought Randeng into the role of a “villain” in advance, it would be extremely hilarious to see Randeng suffer.
Brother Gongming’s face was flushed red. He sat there and looked at the side. He was teased by Qiong Xiao’s gaze.
“Well done.”
The Goddess of Golden Spirit said calmly. Zhao Gongming was shocked. He immediately puffed out his chest and raised his head. He sat on the wooden armchair and looked domineering.
Li Changshou used his immortal power to push the Shadow-Retaining Ball in front of General Dongmu and let him protect it as evidence.
“Minister Changgeng.” The Jade Emperor smiled and asked, “What’s the next process?”
Really just going through the motions.
“Your Majesty, the physical evidence is here and the witness is present. Next, we have to ask Randeng if he has confessed.”
After saying that, Li Changshou turned to look at Randeng and said, “I believe the Deputy Sect Master doesn’t want to say anything now.”
Randeng sneered when he heard that.
“Since Lord Taibai Jinxing has already arranged everything, it’s useless for me to say anything. However, I have been doing this since ancient times. Planning and scheming are the foundation of my standing in the Primordial World. Today, the Heavenly Courts questioned me about this matter. The Qi Refinement cultivators from the ancient times and ancient times in the Primordial World have been used by you. What a good plan! However, Lord Taibai Jinxing, the Heavenly Courts only had their glory today with the support of the Dao Sect. Now, they want to use the Deputy Sect Master of the Dao Sect to establish their might. Are you at ease?”
Many immortals around pondered for a while and felt that what he said made sense.
Li Changshou chuckled and calmly accepted the challenge.
“Deputy Sect Master Randeng, you’re wrong. The Heavenly Courts did not want to hold on to anyone’s weakness, nor did they think of controlling anyone. The world is huge, but it consists of only the five continents and the trichiliocosm. The Heavenly Courts rely on the Heavenly Dao. They seek the stability of the world and the vicissitudes of the righteous path. Deputy Sect Master Randeng, there’s actually no need to divert the conflict. Which of the mighty figures and great mystical abilities in the world are with you? Who is connected to you? The Western Sect? When you gave the order to kill the Youqin Clan, you probably did not expect them to become the current human emperor and gather the destiny of the human race, right? This is retribution from the Heavenly Dao. Do you plead guilty to this case?”
Randeng closed his eyes and remained silent. He stood there quietly, as if he did not care about anything.
Li Changshou nodded and turned around to bow to the Jade Emperor. “Your Majesty! Deputy Sect Master Randeng refuses to admit to his crimes. Can you ask the Heavenly Dao to punish him!?!”
The Jade Emperor was about to speak when Randeng said, “There’s no need. I admit that it was me.”
Li Changshou immediately replied with a cold gaze. “Randeng has already confessed. I beg Your Majesty to punish me!”
“Jade Emperor!”
Daoist Randeng took half a step forward. Lightning immediately appeared around him and turned into a cage that trapped him.
Randeng said firmly, “Does the Heavenly Courts really want to kill the Deputy Sect Master of Chan School and completely break off ties with the Saint’s sect? Please reconsider, Jade Emperor. This Taibai Jinxing is my mortal enemy! I have tried to kill him many times. He has tried to ruin my reputation many times. How can the living beings of the world believe that such a personal grudge is mixed into the Heavenly Courts’ business!?!”
The Jade Emperor frowned.
He was not conflicted about how to deal with this matter. He had already decided with Changgeng.
The Jade Emperor was simply a little tired of Daoist Randeng. Although all living beings wanted to live and avoid death, Randeng’s tricks kept coming. Many immortals around him were already affected.
What a powerful Deputy Sect Master of Chan School.
No wonder Changgeng said, “If I don’t nail Randeng to the front of the Lingxiao Hall today, I’m afraid there will be a huge problem in the future.”
In the crowd, a Heavenly Courts official stood up and said loudly, “Your Majesty! Since Randeng has already confessed, why should we listen to his lies? It is appropriate for Lord Taibai Jinxing to get rid of the despicable and shameless ancient living beings! The reason why Lord Taibai Jinxing had a death feud with Randeng was that he abhorred evil! Your Majesty, please recall that when Taibai Jinxing became enemies with the Deputy Sect Master of a Saint like Randeng, Taibai Jinxing did not have much authority or status. He was only an ordinary disciple of Ren School! The fact that he could fight with Randeng and win by mediating means that the Heavenly Courts have the protection of the Heavenly Dao and that the Heavenly Dao is helping Lord Taibai Jinxing! Whoever is righteous and evil will be judged!”
The Jade Emperor’s eyes lit up. He smiled and asked, “What is your position?”
The small official of the Heavenly Courts said in a low voice, “I, Wang Shan, have just entered the Heavenly Courts and am working in the Heaven Respect Hall.”
“Transfer into the Hall of Enlightenment and advance to the fifth rank,” the Jade Emperor said calmly. Then, he waved his hand.
Wang Shan did not look happy. He did not decline and immediately lowered his head and retreated.
The occasion was not right.
Li Changshou smiled faintly when he saw that. He had surprisingly discovered a small pillar of the Heavenly Courts in the future.
Putting Wang Shan aside for now, Li Changshou stared at Randeng and said calmly, “Deputy Sect Master Randeng, are you not going to argue?”
Randeng shook his head slightly, his eyes filled with regret. He sighed and said, “The Heavenly Courts are just so-so!”
“Take him down!”
Li Changshou shouted loudly. The Heavenly Soldiers and Heavenly Generals swarmed around him. The power of the Heavenly Dao suddenly became extremely rich. Lightning flashed in front of the Lingxiao Hall!
At the side, Zhao Gongming stood up. The Golden Roc held the God-Slaying Spear. Behind the Goddess of Golden Spirit, there was an illusion of a Dharma body. On the steps, Fairy Yun Xiao’s Primordial Chaos Golden Chalice had already emitted golden light…
As long as Randeng dared to resist, they did not mind joining forces to suppress him.
Guang Chengzi clenched his fists in his sleeves and slowly stood up. His expression was extremely complicated.
Perfected Yu Ding raised his hand and pressed on Taiyi’s shoulder, afraid that Perfected Taiyi would rush out.
Huang Long’s reaction was the most realistic. At that moment, he looked at Randeng in a panic. He wanted to speak but did not know how to. He was afraid that a huge battle would happen next and Randeng would die miserably in front of the Lingxiao Hall.
A spirit lamp appeared on Randeng’s shoulder, and a ferocious look flashed across his eyes…
At this moment!
Screech…
With a loud cry, a wisp of white light appeared in the sky. However, in the next moment, it rushed 50 kilometers away. A calm shout resonated with the Great Dao and spread for 5,000 kilometers.
“Please don’t attack. I’m here with the Saint’s decree.”
A Saint’s decree?
A look of thought quickly flashed across Li Changshou’s eyes. He raised his hand and made a stop sign. The Heavenly Soldiers and Heavenly Generals that were originally rushing towards Randeng immediately stopped and quickly retreated.
The spirit lamp on Randeng’s shoulder dimmed, and his eyes twitched.
Qiong Xiao pursed her lips and sighed. “Trouble. The true experts of Chan School are here.”
A Heavenly General cursed, “Who dares to trespass the Heavenly Courts!?!”
The Jade Emperor raised his hand and gestured for the Heavenly General to not say anything.
Numerous immortal senses and gazes gathered on the person who had arrived. Someone who recognized the immortal had already mentioned his name.
The Old Man of the South Pole.
The old immortal, who had a strange appearance, held a peach walking stick and stood on the back of the white crane. At that moment, he was no longer in a hurry. He walked forward at a moderate speed.
Behind him, several streams of light chased over. They were the Heavenly Generals guarding the door. They could not stop the old immortal just now.
The three divine swords hanging on the Heavenly Gate did not react to him at all. It was as if the Heavenly Dao allowed him to come and go freely in the Heavenly Courts.
Li Changshou sent a voice transmission to the Heavenly Generals and instructed them.
“Report…”
A Heavenly General rushed forward at full speed and arrived in front of the Lingxiao Hall first. He knelt on one knee and shouted,
“The disciple of the Saint of Chan School, The Old Man of the South Pole, requests to see you outside the Central Heaven Gate!”
The old Daoist priest on the white crane smiled faintly. His relaxed and easy voice floated over.
“Due to the urgency of the situation, I have been rude. My master, Saint Yuqing, the Heavenly Lord of Primordial Beginning, has a decree. When I pass it on, I will ask the Heavenly Courts to punish me.”
In the Grand White Palace, the two incarnations communicated secretly.
In front of the Lingxiao Hall, the Jade Emperor smiled and said,
“Since you have the decree of the Saint, there’s no need to pursue the matter of the Immortal Elder entering the Heaven Gate.
What is Saint Yuqing like?”
The Old Man of the South Pole bowed from afar and took a step out of the white crane. His body seemed to have crashed into a white cloud and appeared in front of the Lingxiao Hall.
The white crane stopped in the clouds in the distance and waited. It did not transform into a boy.
The Old Man of the South Pole bowed forward. He first greeted the Jade Emperor and Queen Mother, then bowed to Li Changshou and General Dongmu. Then, he bowed to Guang Chengzi, Zhao Gongming, Yun Xiao, and the other eight experts of the Dao Sect.
Perfected Taiyi took the opportunity to undo his Dharma treasure.
A peaceful and calming Dao rune circulated. The Old Man of the South Pole slowly said, “The matter today has already caused an uproar. The Primordial Three Realms have already spread. Teacher said that this matter should not be delayed for long. The Heavenly Courts will deal with it quickly.”
After saying that, the South Pole Immortal looked at Daoist Randeng and smiled. “Deputy Sect Master, Teacher told you not to hold on to your mystical abilities.”
Daoist Randeng closed his eyes and sighed. He said softly, “By the orders of the Sect Master.”
Li Changshou frowned slightly. With his reading comprehension, he could not understand what the Saint’s decree meant.
Indeed, Saints are still Saints. They are old questioners.
Li Changshou’s mind raced. He smiled and said, “Senior Brother, are you also here to plead for mercy for Deputy Sect Master Randeng?”
“Junior Brother, don’t misunderstand.” The South Pole Immortal leaned on his walking stick and said warmly, “I’m only here on orders to convey Teacher’s orders. Please make a judgment quickly, Heavenly Courts.
However, I’m a little puzzled. I want to ask Changgeng. ”
It’s coming.
The hidden expert of Chan School is about to attack!
Li Changshou activated his clear Dao heart and made an inviting gesture. “Senior Brother, please enlighten me.”
“Actually, it’s just a small problem.” The Old Man of the South Pole smiled and said, “Before the rise of the Heavenly Courts, the living beings of the Three Realms did not know the heavenly rules and did not care about the name of the Heavenly Courts. They followed the ancient and ancient rules. Deputy Sect Master Randeng was inherently wrong because of his old feud with Junior Brother Changgeng. However, that was before the rise of the Heavenly Courts. Deputy Sect Master Randeng probably did not know how the Heavenly rules were set or what the Heavenly Courts’ philosophy was. In other words, the laws had yet to be established. The living beings did not know that they had committed such a mistake when they did not know that they had violated the rules of the heavens. Should they tolerate it and reduce the punishment? I know that the Heavenly Courts’ Heavenly rules have existed for a long time. However, the Heavenly rules are constantly being improved. They have not been announced to the Three Realms. Presumably, when Deputy Sect Master Randeng schemed against the Youqin Clan, he would definitely turn around and not do such a rebellious thing if he knew the heavenly rules and the ideals of the Heavenly Courts. Junior Brother Changgeng, do you think that’s right?”
Li Changshou was rendered speechless.
He was convinced.
Randeng sighed and said, “I still don’t know what the rules are.”
Turn the tables?
Li Changshou suddenly raised his head and sighed. “In that case… the immortals and immortals of the various sects will retreat. Those unrelated will retreat. I’m the Grand Pure One’s disciple, Li Changshou. I’m the Deputy Sect Master of Chan School, Randeng. I want to settle old scores. There’s only one left.”
As soon as he finished speaking, Zhao Gongming, Yun Xiao, Qiong Xiao, and the Goddess of Golden Spirit stood up with cold expressions.
The Jade Emperor’s figure disappeared at the same time as the Queen Mother and Long Ji. However, Quan Dong, the Heavenly General of the Heavenly Courts, flew over from the Grand White Palace.
He did not hesitate to fight.
