While sorting out the complicated thoughts in his mind, Su Huaiyue walked quickly towards the road leading to the foot of the mountain.

The moonlight sprinkled lightly on the road ahead. She felt a little uneasy in her heart. She quickly recalled Wei Che's words and always felt that things were not simple.

But these have to be put aside for now. The most important thing now is to find Wei Ersao.

She turned back into the cave, looking at the three villagers, trying to find a hint of friendliness in her eyes.

After a moment, she asked, "Brothers, have you ever seen a middle-aged woman passing by? She's wearing coarse clothes, has a round face, and is a bit talkative."

The leader of the villagers was silent for a moment, then shook his head and replied, "This is the first time we've been out of the cave in two years. We don't know what's going on outside the cave. You're the first outsiders we've met since leaving."

Su Huaiyue frowned slightly, and the doubts in her heart increased instead of disappeared.

She continued, "Then what were you doing in the cave? You were still lighting torches in the dark. Is there anything in there?"

Hearing this question, the villagers looked at each other and remained silent for a long time.

Another villager's eyes flickered, and after a while he answered, "It's to make some iron tools."

The brief words inadvertently confirmed Su Huaiyue's speculation.

She thought of the iron tools she had picked up in the mountains earlier, and combined with the expressions of the villagers just now, she felt that this mysterious power might be far more complicated than she had imagined.

The cryptic attitudes of these villagers all hint at the secrets hidden behind them.

Wei Che's figure kept appearing in her mind, and she suddenly felt inexplicably panicked.

This mysterious organization seems to be more than just plundering. She vaguely realizes that this may be related to a larger conspiracy, and Wei Che is now alone in danger.

Privately forging iron tools and breeding poisonous bats are all acts that point to treason.

"Are you sure those people just let you do the ironwork every day?"

She asked again without giving up.

The three villagers nodded again.

Su Huaiyue decided not to ask any further questions and silently planned her next move in her mind.

She had to find Wei Che immediately, not only because of her inner uneasiness, but also because of some mysterious premonition that drove her to do so.

She saluted the villagers, then turned back into the night alone.

Su Huaiyue's heart was beating like a drum, but she knew that only by informing Wei Che of the news as soon as possible could she avoid greater danger.

Su Huaiyue hurried towards the castle along the familiar path.

In the darkness of the night, her steps seemed particularly urgent.

Just as she was about to reach the castle, Uncle Ping came out from the shadow of the trees nearby and blocked her way.

"Madam Wei," Uncle Ping said sternly, "now is not the time to run around without permission."

Su Huaiyue paused, raised her eyes to meet his, and the anxiety in her heart eased a little, but her tone was still hurried: "Uncle Ping, I just went to the village to investigate and found something wrong. Also, my second sister-in-law... is missing."

Uncle Ping frowned, his expression becoming serious: "Missing? What happened?"

"It's complicated."

Su Huaiyue sorted out her thoughts a little and continued, "I wanted to discuss something with her, but I found that she was not in the room at all."

Uncle Ping was silent for a moment, then made up his mind: "In that case, I'll go with you to look for it. It's so late, we can't let anything go wrong."

After saying that, the two of them walked into the castle together.

But I saw that the door of the small tea room on the second floor was open.

The rooms on the second floor are usually closed. Uncle Ping noticed something different as soon as he came in. He took Su Huaiyue into the tea room, and then the two were slightly shocked by the scene before them.

Wei Ersao was sitting at a low table, eating something with big mouthfuls. There were several empty plates on the table.

Opposite her was the little girl called "Saint" by the Celestial God Organization.

Uncle Ping hurriedly called out, "Xiao He, why are you here?"

The girl couldn't speak and didn't know what Uncle He Ping was signing.

Su Huaiyue walked over quickly, surprised but with a hint of blame, "Second sister-in-law! Why are you here? Everyone is looking for you!"

Mrs. Wei slowly put down her chopsticks, her face looking a little uncomfortable: "I... just want to find a quiet place to eat something."

Uncle Ping looked at the table full of leftovers and Xiao He, who was trying hard to swallow her saliva, and sighed: "Did you steal Xiao He's food?"

Wei Ersao's face was slightly embarrassed, and she whispered, "I'm just too hungry, and she's one of yours, so if she wants to eat, there's plenty of food."

There is no regret, but it is justified.

Su Huaiyue looked at the two remaining cakes, took them out and stuffed them directly into Xiaohe's hand. She turned to Wei Ersao and said, "You should go back first. Grandmother and the others are looking for you."

After returning to the room, Su Huaiyue immediately summoned everyone in the castle, including the two children and Wei Ersao, who was obviously reluctant.

Although Wei Ersao was still somewhat reluctant, she sat in the back seat, as if she was afraid of being blamed again.

Wei Zhi and Wei Li saw her, quietly pulled Su Huaiyue's sleeve, and whispered: "Mother, why is Second Aunt always like this?"

Su Huaiyue smiled slightly and replied softly: "Don't worry, I will take care of it."

Her eyes were firm, and she turned to Wei Ersao who was sitting in the corner. "Second sister-in-law, this castle is very dangerous and does not tolerate any careless actions. For the safety of our family, I hope you can act with caution."

Mrs. Wei twisted her body uncomfortably, but remained silent and just nodded reluctantly.

Su Huaiyue knew that the problem could not be solved so easily, but this was the only way for now.

At this time, Lord Li walked in, his arrival seemed a little hasty.

"Madam Wei, I mentioned to you before that we need to set off as soon as possible."

His brow was furrowed, obviously worried about an unfinished task.

Su Huaiyue nodded and said with an inquiring and cautious look, "Sir Li, we actually found a clue today. This ancient castle may be hiding a dark secret. They seem to be forming a rebellious team."

Lord Li frowned slightly, "Treason?"

There was surprise and urgency in his tone.

"Yes."

Su Huaiyue replied, her eyes never leaving the person in front of her for a long time, "Wei Che is also lurking and investigating. We have discovered some things about the cave... I think it is necessary to discuss the details with you alone."

Lord Li pondered for a moment, then relaxed his tense shoulders slightly, seeming to be very interested in Su Huaiyue's words.

"Okay, as long as we can uncover the secret of this ancient castle, it's not impossible for us to postpone our trip a little."

Throughout the whole process, Wei Zhi and Wei Li stood beside Su Huaiyue, listening to the secret words of these adults. Although they were young, they felt the weight of a certain historical burden approaching in their hearts.

The crowd gradually dispersed and the huge hall returned to silence.

Su Huaiyue and Lord Li walked side by side to the side hall to discuss a more detailed action plan.