Gan Feng surveyed the elders in the hall with a solemn expression and said in a deep voice, "Elders, the reason I have gathered you here today is to discuss a major matter concerning the reputation of our Huayun Sect."

He paused, his gaze sharp: "I have received reliable information that Qiu Mobai, the sect leader of the Immortal Cloud Sect, is very likely a demonic cultivator!"

These words immediately caused an uproar in the hall.

The elders looked at each other, their eyes filled with disbelief.

"This...how is this possible?" an elder stammered. "Sect Leader Qiu has always acted with integrity and uprightness, how could he be a demonic cultivator?"

Another elder shook his head repeatedly: "I have worked with Sect Leader Qiu for many years and have never seen him have the slightest evil aura. Sect Leader, could it be that someone is deliberately slandering him?"

Just as Gan Feng was about to speak, the Third Elder suddenly stood up, his face flushed, and exclaimed excitedly, "Everyone! How can we take such an important matter lightly? If Qiu Mobai is truly a demonic cultivator, wouldn't it be aiding and abetting evil if we just stood by and did nothing?"

He slammed his hand on the table and declared passionately, "I propose that we immediately organize a force to march on the Immortal Cloud Sect and punish Qiu Mobai! Let us rid the world of this scourge and uphold the righteous path!"

As soon as the Third Elder finished speaking, the Fourth Elder frowned and interrupted, saying, "Third Elder, you are mistaken. The Immortal Cloud Sect has a profound foundation. If we rashly send troops, it may cause a war between the two sects. We should think twice before we act."

"What's there to be afraid of?" the Third Elder scoffed. "Are we just going to stand by and watch demonic cultivators run rampant?"

The Fourth Elder said in a deep voice, "It's not that I'm afraid, but I believe we should act cautiously. If the information is wrong, wouldn't we be bringing shame upon ourselves?"

The two elders clashed, and a tense standoff ensued.

Other elders chimed in, some agreeing with the Third Elder's proposal, while others thought the Fourth Elder's words made sense.

For a time, the hall was filled with discussion, with everyone holding their own opinions.

Upon seeing this, Gan Feng couldn't help but frown.

He raised his hand to signal everyone to be quiet, and said in a deep voice, "Please listen to me. This matter is indeed of great importance. We cannot sit idly by, nor can we act rashly."

His eyes were sharp as he scanned the crowd.

"I have decided to personally lead a team to the Immortal Cloud Sect to investigate this matter. If Qiu Mobai is indeed a demonic cultivator, he will be brought to justice. If it is a misunderstanding, we can also clarify the facts and set the record straight."

Upon hearing this, the elders all nodded in agreement.

Gan Feng's decision demonstrated Hua Yunzong's attitude while avoiding the risk of rashly starting a war, achieving the best of both worlds.

Just then, Xiao Feng, who had been silent all along, suddenly stepped forward, clasped his hands in a fist and said, "Sect Master, this disciple is willing to go with you and share the burden for the sect!"

Looking at the determination in the young disciple's eyes, Gan Feng nodded slightly: "Alright, as you say."

Just then, a disciple rushed into the inner hall and knelt down in a panic.

"Reporting to the Sect Master, I have important matters to report!"

Gan Feng frowned slightly, gesturing for the disciple to stand up.

What's the urgent matter?

The disciple took a deep breath and said in a trembling voice, "Sect Master, a disciple of the Immortal Shadow Sect... has been murdered!"

These words immediately caused an uproar in the hall.

The elders looked at each other, their eyes filled with shock.

"What happened?" Gan Feng asked in a deep voice, "Tell me the details."

The disciple quickly replied, "It is said that the body was discovered by people from the Immortal Cloud Sect. They claim that the disciple was torn apart by a demonic beast and his face was unrecognizable."

No sooner had he finished speaking than Xiao Feng suddenly stepped forward, his expression excited, and said, "Elders, Sect Master, I, Xiao Feng, have something to say!"

Gan Feng looked at Xiao Feng with a slight surprise and nodded, signaling him to continue.

Xiao Feng took a deep breath and surveyed the crowd with a firm gaze: "This disciple knows the truth. When I was still a soul wandering in the Immortal Cloud Sect, I personally heard the Immortal Cloud Sect Leader, Qiu Mobai, order the killing of that Immortal Shadow Sect disciple!"

These words caused another uproar in the hall.

Xiao Feng continued, "That disciple discovered demonic energy emanating from the place where Qiu Mobai was imprisoning people, which is why Qiu Mobai ordered the killings to silence him!"

Xiao Feng spoke these words with great passion.

Upon hearing this, the elders all gasped in shock.

They truly never expected that Qiu Mobai was actually a demonic cultivator!

Once it's discovered that he's a demonic cultivator!

This person will be rejected by the world!

The Third Elder spoke first, his voice filled with anger: "Just as I thought! That fiend Qiu Mobai dared to indiscriminately kill innocent people! We must take action immediately!"

The Fourth Elder remained calm and said in a deep voice, "This matter is of great importance, and we need more evidence."

Gan Feng paused for a moment, then said, “Everyone, the Immortal Shadow Sect has always been on good terms with my Huayun Sect. Now that they have suffered such a calamity, we must lend a helping hand.”

He paused, then continued, "I've decided to personally lead a team to the Immortal Shadow Sect to find out the truth. At the same time, I will also investigate Qiu Mobai's matter."

The elders all nodded in agreement. The Third Elder even slammed his fist on the table and stood up.

"Sect Leader is wise! We are willing to go with you to seek justice for the Immortal Shadow Sect!"

Just then, Xiao Feng suddenly stepped forward, knelt down on both knees, and said firmly, "Sect Master, Xiao Feng begs to come along! I will hear the truth with my own ears and will certainly be able to help to find out the truth!"

Seeing the determination in Xiao Feng's eyes, Gan Feng nodded slightly: "Alright, you will come with us."

Upon hearing this, a hint of joy flashed in Xiao Feng's eyes.

And so, Gan Feng, along with several elders and Xiao Feng, prepared to set off for the Immortal Shadow Sect.

Gan Feng led the Hua Yun Sect members in a grand procession to the Xian Yun Sect.

Along the way, everyone was seething with anger, wishing they could rush into the Immortal Cloud Sect immediately and seek justice for the Immortal Shadow Sect.

Finally, the group arrived at the gate of the Immortal Cloud Sect.

The towering mountain gate was magnificent and imposing, as if showing off the strength of the Immortal Cloud Sect to those who came.

However, they were greeted by a disdainful disciple of the Immortal Cloud Sect.

The disciple was dressed in a magnificent blue robe, with an exquisite jade pendant hanging at his waist, clearly indicating that he was of high status.

But his eyes were half-open lazily, his gaze wandering, and he didn't bother to look at the Hua Yun Sect members at all.

The disciple didn't even lift his eyelids, merely waving his hand casually and saying in a dismissive tone, "Oh, you're from the Huayun Sect. You can wait here; don't even think about going in."

These words made everyone in the Huayun Sect lose face, especially the Third Elder, who felt a surge of anger rise in his heart.

His eyebrows stood on end, his eyes were wide open, and his nose trembled slightly with anger.

The Third Elder suddenly took a step forward, pointing his right index finger directly at the Immortal Cloud Sect disciple: "How can your Immortal Cloud Sect treat my Huayun Sect like this? We came to visit in sincerity, how can we be left standing at the door like this!"

The Third Elder thought to himself, "This Immortal Cloud Sect really doesn't take my Huayun Sect seriously at all!"

If it weren't for the need to find out the truth, I would definitely teach these arrogant youngsters a lesson!