"What is this?" the Immortal Maiden asked, a puzzled expression on her face as she stared at the book. She had no idea what the term "law" referred to.
In ancient times, the concept of justice revolved around clan bloodlines, gathering in tribal forms. Punishments within the clan relied on "family rules" and "clan laws." When gathered in sects, disciples were guided by the "sect rules." Back then, the idea of a nation didn't exist, so discussions of laws were simply not applicable.
However, the Immortal Maiden was not one to be narrow-minded. From the context of the rules, she could roughly guess their purpose. She understood the principles, but why would a tomb-raiding handbook start with legal definitions?
Lu Yang cleared his throat a couple of times, indicating all was under control. "Don’t take it the wrong way, Immortal Maiden. Books in our time often start with this style. It’s said that one should know the punishment before committing a crime, so they’re prepared."