Authority!(2)

The concept of authority was quite peculiar. Apart from its original master, it tended to be somewhat resistant towards subsequent inheritors, requiring a considerable period for adjustment.

Moreover, gaining recognition from authority didn't solely depend on its magnitude. Generally, each form of authority corresponded to a rule of the world.

The authority of thunder, for instance, embodied qualities of righteousness and intolerance towards evil, making it more likely to be acknowledged. Conversely, authority associated with death or slaughter harbored inner malevolence, appealing more to those inclined towards such darkness.

Based on Ji Chen's observations, while he couldn't be described as upright or righteous, he certainly didn't exhibit the qualities associated with thunder authority. So how could he effortlessly acquire the authority of thunder?

It perplexed him!