[Name]
Zhao Suanpan (赵算盘 - Zhao Abacus)
[Epithet]
The Iron Abacus (Tiě Suànpán)
[Origin]
Rose through the administrative ranks of the Tianxuan Sect, demonstrating exceptional talent in resource management and logistical planning rather than martial prowess.
[Affiliation]
Tianxuan Sect, Head Elder of the Resource Allocation Hall.
[Physical Characteristics]
A thin man with a sparse, wispy beard.
Dresses in plain, functional elder robes, devoid of ornamentation.
Possesses sharp, calculating eyes that seem to constantly assess the value and efficiency of everything they see.
Often seen carrying a small, intricately carved jade abacus.
[Personality Traits]
Pragmatic and Logical: Believes solely in tangible results, verifiable data, and efficient resource utilization. He has little patience for myths, legends, or esoteric philosophies that cannot be quantified.
Shrewd and Inquisitive: Possesses a keen mind for numbers and a sharp nose for inefficiency, waste, or deception within the sect's logistical systems.
Suspicious: Naturally distrustful of claims that lack concrete evidence, especially those involving unusually high resource expenditures.
Persistent: Not easily deterred. When he identifies a discrepancy or inefficiency, he will investigate persistently until he uncovers the truth or is faced with undeniable authority.
Non-confrontational (Initially): Prefers to operate through audits, reports, and questioning rather than direct conflict, but can be ruthless when enforcing fiscal discipline.
[Cultivation Realm]
Mid-stage Golden Core
His cultivation path focused heavily on mental acuity, longevity, and administrative techniques rather than combat power. His actual fighting strength is likely lower than other elders at his realm.
[Techniques & Abilities]
Primary Cultivation Technique: "Clear Mind Calculation Art"
A rare technique focusing on enhancing mental processing speed, memory, and logical deduction – ideal for managing complex logistical data.
Signature Abilities:
Resource Perception: A unique divine sense application allowing him to accurately assess the flow and quantity of spiritual energy and resources within sect formations and storage units.
Logistical Arrays: Master of setting up and managing large-scale logistical arrays for resource transportation and inventory tracking across the sect.
Abacus Mind: Able to perform incredibly complex calculations regarding resource allocation, cost-benefit analysis, and probability almost instantaneously using his jade abacus as a focal tool.
[Recent Experiences]
His attention was drawn to the Ninth Peak (Xiao Xiao Peak) due to the sudden and astronomical increase in rare resource requisitions made by Elder Liu Changqing in the name of Yue Qingqian's "enlightenment."
Finding the expenditures illogical and unjustified based on the Ninth Peak's historical contribution and Yue Qingqian's supposed cultivation level, he personally intercepted Yue Qingqian to question her about the practical value and contribution of these resources.
Was utterly baffled and momentarily defeated by Yue Qingqian's "Dao Sage" persona and her completely nonsensical, yet sincere-seeming, answers regarding "quiet songs."
Although unable to prove any wrongdoing due to her bizarre responses and the backing of Elder Liu and the Sect Master, he remains deeply suspicious and is undoubtedly keeping a close, analytical eye on any further resource movements related to the Ninth Peak.
[Personal Motto]
"In the grand ledger of the sect, every spirit stone must be accounted for. Waste is the only true heresy."