1004 Debate of the Living and the Deceased!

Li Yao had been quite at ease during the verbal competition with his disciple.

It was not until Jin Xinyue threw out that question that the smile on his face froze.

Taking a long breath, Li Yao replied, "My spiritual root was awakened when I was motivated by the seven Cultivators who stood up to protect the ordinary people at the cost of their own lives on the crystal train north to the Grand Desolate Plateau.

"Therefore, I will always stand on the side of ordinary people.

"I will make the choice that is most beneficial for ordinary people. If I believe that some policies of the federal government will harm the interests of ordinary people, I will certainly try to change or stop them."

Jin Xinyue's eyes were clearer, and her voice became more firmer. "You didn't answer my question, master.

"Stand on the side of ordinary people? Then, who exactly are ordinary people? Or rather, what are 'people'?