"Now that you are here, do you know the situation of Elder Qiaoyin and the others?"

Xu Hua immediately changed the subject, and Feng Jiutian knew that the other party probably didn't have a good first impression of Xiang Wan. But he didn't know how to change this situation in time, so he could only sigh inwardly and let it go.

Before Feng Jiutian could speak, Xiang Wan blurted out, "Those people? They're quite interesting. When they saw my master and me, they lined up in a fan shape, each holding a sword and waving it at us. Is this some kind of unique welcoming ceremony? But judging from their faces, they don't seem happy."

Xu Hua frowned and looked at Feng Jiutian. Seeing that he was silent, she knew that things had gotten out of hand.

The sect leader solemnly convened a sect assembly, sincerely inviting all sects to investigate the truth behind Immortal Kan Yun's prophecy. He also asked all sects to contribute personnel and spirit stones, but all they saw was the immortal's disciple, Qing Jiu, walking out. If you said that the First Realm Sect wasn't doing this for Qing Jiu, probably no one would believe you.

If things don't go wrong with the people Qiaoyin brought, all will be well. But if something does happen, they'll probably attack Yijing Sect immediately. What exactly is the purpose of their trip?

"However, we later rescued them. To repay their life-saving grace, they all swore never to hurt anyone without cause again. They also told us many interesting stories."

Xu Hua's face immediately fell.

He only said half of what he meant, causing him unnecessary worry. This Qing Jiu didn't even bother to clarify things. Did he think that just because he became Kan Yun's disciple, he didn't even respect him anymore?

Lost in thought, Xu Hua completely forgot about Feng Jiutian's earlier bow to him. Therefore, as the saying goes, "With the eyes of a Buddha, everyone is a Buddha; with the eyes of a demon, everyone is a demon." Isn't being a Buddha or a demon all within a single thought?

Xu Hua heard Xiang Wan's words but didn't say anything more. Instead, he asked, "Did the sect leader order you to go into the desolate area to investigate? Did you find anything?"

There were people all around him, and Xu Hua couldn't explain why Qing Jiu was here. So, if he said that the sect leader had sent him earlier, it would silence the gossip.

Feng Jiutian blinked, understanding Xu Hua's meaning, and casually said, "Nothing much was found. Below the Demon Abyss, there are countless corpses, but nothing unusual."

As he spoke, he reached out and pulled Xiang Wan to his side, pinching her wrist with his fingertips to prevent her from saying the wrong thing.

“Master is right. The Abyss is full of bones. No one has ever gone down there.”

That's pretty much the truth, because apart from the two of them, only dead people have gone down there. Who would risk their life to go down and see the skeletons?

No one went down there? How did they know?

Xu Hua wanted to ask, but he couldn't bring himself to do so in front of everyone.

If we actually find out something significant, things could get out of control later.

"If you have no other plans, you should return to the sect immediately. The sect leader also has something to discuss with you."

"No, we..."

"good!"

When Xiang Wan tried to refuse, Feng Jiutian cut her off with a single word.

Since they're so eager for her to wreak havoc on the sect, she'll reluctantly agree.

No sooner had Feng Jiutian and Xiang Wan left than Qiaoyin and the others arrived.

Having cultivated before, he knew the way well on the return trip and, being lightly equipped, his journey was much faster.

When they asked about Feng Jiutian and Xiang Wan, Xu Hua used the same excuse to evade the question. However, this time, the people no longer believed him as before.

On what grounds? Just because Wu Tan made them contribute spirit stones and manpower, and they lost their cultivation and didn't find anything, while Qing Jiu took in a beautiful disciple and was unharmed. Such a stark contrast, how can it not be reasonable to give some compensation?

If Xu Hua doesn't agree to let Yi Jing Sect compensate them, fine, they'll stay here and let Xu Hua personally lead another group. If he's also lost his spiritual power, then they can only accept their bad luck. But if he's also unharmed, then it must be a conspiracy by Yi Jing Sect to prevent them from recovering their strength and vitality in a short time, to achieve their ulterior motives. If they can't get an explanation, even with Immortal Kan Yun present, they will definitely seek justice. They may lack the strength, but can't they hire someone with considerable resources? As long as they have enough spirit stones, they refuse to believe they can't get revenge!

Faced with the questioning of the crowd, Xu Hua felt a bit overwhelmed and annoyed.

What's wrong with these people? They were just saved by Qing Jiu, and now they're causing trouble for the sect. They're a bunch of treacherous and ungrateful scoundrels. How did the sect leader manage to get these people to obey him?

He was an elder in charge of affairs, only good at handling internal sect matters. As for dealing with other sects, he was really not up to the task.

"Everyone, this desolate place is inherently strange and unpredictable. Qing Jiu was merely ordered by the sect leader to go ahead and scout the situation. As for why he was unharmed, it was just a coincidence. Besides, you were just saved by him, yet you are now being so aggressive towards us. Don't you think that's beneath your dignity?"

The sect leader truly hadn't expected this situation to occur, but the Yijing Sect had also sent people, led by Qiaoyin. He was merely one of those left behind. What right did these people have to challenge him? Besides, he hadn't lost his spiritual power and still possessed considerable strength. If it weren't for the reputation of the Yijing Sect, how could he allow these insignificant sects to make a scene here?

Once Xu Hua stood firm, these people backed down.

Ultimately, this world still values ​​strength above all else. Without a strong fist, you lack the authority to speak with conviction.

The crowd quieted down, but some remained resentful. They decided to wait and see; there was plenty of time.

The investigation ended on a sour note, but when the news reached the Yijing Sect, Wu Qin knew that things were not going well.

Little did he know that the precious disciple whom Immortal Kan Yun had repeatedly instructed him to attend to would actually appear there. However, he had saved everyone's lives, so he was justified no matter where he went. But if things changed, he would probably have to send someone out to protect the sect's reputation.

Wu Qin looked southwest, his expression inscrutable.

After reporting back to the sect leader with Feng Jiutian, Xiang Wan was arranged to stay in a guest room on Qingyun Peak. A short while later, someone brought her disciple's robes and asked her to change.

Upon entering Qingyun Peak, one must naturally pay respects to the Peak Master, Immortal Kan Yun.

After bathing and changing, Xiang Wan, dressed in a sky-blue female disciple's robe and with a simple white jade hairpin in her hair, arrived at Feng Jiutian's door.

The only place on the entire Qingyun Peak where Immortal Kan Yun and Feng Jiutian lived was protected by a defensive array, presumably to prevent them from being disturbed during their seclusion.

Feng Jiutian also changed into a robe, similar to Xiang Wan's, only with more patterns and a darker color. Wearing it, the robes fluttered gracefully, giving him the air of an immortal.

This is probably the unique temperament of those who cultivate immortality. Even if their appearance is not outstanding, as long as their temperament is appropriate, they are still very eye-catching.

"Master, are we going to see our grandmaster?"

Feng Jiutian nodded and turned to leave. As usual, Xiang Wan took his hand and followed him forward.

This time, however, Feng Jiutian broke free from her without making a sound.

Xiang Wan smiled and didn't insist any further.

He's back to his hermit-like demeanor, and I'm even more eager to see his suppressed emotions. What should I do?