Lei Qianjiao could not believe such a thing.
Wu Tian had initially been treated as someone who stole cultivation techniques, but how had his status now become even higher than hers? This was too strange to fathom.
Lei Zhengxuan smiled and said, "You don't need to worry, this is very reasonable, and you'll know soon."
After speaking, he looked at Wu Tian again and said, "Wu Tian, according to you, you didn't encounter any obstacles when you obtained the Ben Lei Sword, right?"
Wu Tian nodded and said, "That's right, I took the Ben Lei Sword directly. I don't recall encountering anything unusual during the process."
"Then it's correct," Lei Zhengxuan said. "Don't you find it strange?"
"Since the Ben Lei Sword belongs to the Thunder God, why haven't we gone to retrieve it all these years?"
Wu Tian was also puzzled by this.
Indeed, if the Holy Thunder Sect revered the Thunder God so much, then logically, they should have been very attached to the Ben Lei Sword.
They couldn't possibly not know the whereabouts of the Ben Lei Sword, but why were they willing to leave it outside?
With such doubts, he said, "That's right, this is indeed a question. Please explain, Sect Master Lei."
Lei Zhengxuan smiled and said, "It's very simple, because we cannot bring the Ben Lei Sword back."
"The Ben Lei Sword retains the will of the Thunder God. Only those recognized by the Thunder God can wield this sword as their weapon."
"And for so many years, none of us in the Holy Thunder Sect have been recognized, which is why we have been unable to obtain it."
"Ah?" Wu Tian was very surprised by this explanation.
"No way, if you are from the Holy Thunder Sect, why wouldn't you be recognized?"
Lei Zhengxuan gave a wry smile and said, "I can't answer why even if you ask me. If I had to find a reason, it all comes down to the Thunder God's will."
"The Thunder God chose you, so you are the master of the Ben Lei Sword and the successor of the Thunder God."
"With such a status, why wouldn't we treat you with preferential treatment?"
Wu Tian was somewhat stunned by this.
He hadn't expected the Ben Lei Sword to have such a profound secret.
If that was the case, then the Thunder God truly regarded him as an heir.
Lei Zhengxuan continued, "In other words, you are now an indispensable part of our Holy Thunder Sect."
"Your affairs are essentially the affairs of the Holy Thunder Sect; we are one."
"Under these circumstances, it should be very normal for you to return the Heavenly Thunder Scripture to the sect, right?"
Wu Tian understood Lei Zhengxuan's meaning.
It was simply saying that they were family now, and he didn't need to guard against him. The Heavenly Thunder Scripture was very important to the sect, and as a member of the sect, it was only natural for him to return it.
Regarding this, Wu Tian couldn't help but fall into silence.
To be honest, the Heavenly Thunder Scripture was no longer important to him. Returning it would be fine.
But the problem was, was it worth it?
Regardless, the Heavenly Thunder Scripture was a peak cultivation technique. If it were openly sold, even the Eight Great Divine Sects would eagerly compete for it, so he had to receive appropriate compensation.
With this thought, he looked at Lei Zhengxuan and said, "Sect Master Lei, although I don't think you are a bad person, I think it's better to be cautious in matters like this."
"You say I am now a member of the Holy Thunder Sect, can you provide any proof?"
Lei Qianjiao was displeased upon hearing this and said, "Hey, what do you mean by that?"
"Sect Master Lei is a person of what status, and you say this now, are you questioning him?"
Wu Tian said coldly, "I wouldn't have questioned you, but seeing your attitude, I have to."
"You!" Lei Qianjiao wanted to get angry, but Lei Zhengxuan said with a smile:
"Wu Tian, you are truly cautious, but it's okay, this is normal, I can understand you."
"You want proof, right? Fine, I can give it to you."
With that, Lei Zhengxuan took out a jade pendant from his embrace.
The jade pendant was carved with a ferocious and fierce thunder beast, with exquisite craftsmanship. If it were placed on the market, it would undoubtedly be a priceless treasure.
Lei Zhengxuan split it into two halves and handed one half to Wu Tian, saying, "Wu Tian, please accept this half."
Just as Wu Tian was confused by Lei Zhengxuan's actions, Lei Qianjiao became agitated again, saying, "Sect Master, what are you doing?"
"This Xuan Lei Jade is the Sect Master's token! What do you mean by giving him half?"
Sect Master's token?!
Upon hearing Lei Qianjiao's words, Wu Tian was also startled.
Lei Zhengxuan said, "As the legitimate successor of the Thunder God, Wu Tian deserves the highest level of preferential treatment."
"This is the Thunder God's choice, and we cannot interfere."
"What we need to do now is to obey the Thunder God's will, and therefore, I am willing to hand over half of the Holy Thunder Sect's power."
He looked at Wu Tian and said, "Wu Tian, this Xuan Lei Jade represents absolute and irrefutable authority within the sect. I am giving it to you now, so you also possess the same authority as I do."
"I have gone this far, can you trust me now?"
Wu Tian was dumbfounded!
He never expected Lei Zhengxuan to be so decisive. This was equivalent to giving him half of the empire!
If this were an ordinary sect, it would be one thing, but this was the Holy Thunder Sect, one of the Eight Great Divine Sects!
There were likely many experts stronger than him within this sect, yet he had obtained authority that surpassed theirs!
How could such a thing not make one feel disoriented?
He said in astonishment, "No way. Sect Master Lei, you... you are serious?"
Lei Zhengxuan smiled and said, "I've even given you the Xuan Lei Jade, so what's there to be sincere or insincere about."
"I believe in the Thunder God's will, and I believe in you. After all, you achieved immortality in your twenties, so your future is limitless."
"Perhaps your current strength is not enough to hold such a position, but you will eventually qualify."
Seeing Lei Zhengxuan's unconditional trust, Wu Tian felt a surge of excitement in his heart.
He could never have dreamed of encountering such a situation.
If he could truly control the Holy Thunder Sect, then when he eventually confronted the Divine Doctor Sect, wouldn't the Holy Thunder Sect become a great asset to him?
Thinking of this, Wu Tian's expression became solemn, and he nodded:
"I understand. Since Sect Master Lei trusts me, I cannot let down this trust."
"Please take back the Heavenly Thunder Scripture, Sect Master Lei."