Before Su Han's words had even faded, Zhunti, Jieyin, and the several Demon Gods present all underwent drastic changes in expression.
They had originally thought they could drag the two Sages into the muddy waters, but instead, the public trial pinned both Sages firmly in place. This made it difficult for the rest of them to contact Laozi and Yuanshi, while simultaneously showcasing the absolute impartiality of the Heavenly Court. No matter how significant a figure might be to the Three Realms, it was impossible to arbitrarily arrest a Sage. Yet, arresting them under suspicion of treason was entirely logical.
This decision not only dispelled the concerns of the other Divine Immortals, but it was also a tactic to buy time...
Chapter 422