Unable to bear it any longer, the little bandit waved her hand to stop everyone's argument and said, "Why are you all so hung up on this? If Chen Li really is Jiu Yue's demon shell, wouldn't it be perfect for him to build a foundation for Chen Li to prove his innocence and divert other people's attention?"

Just like you are now, no normal person would think that monsters could do things that invite trouble for themselves.

Or there might be other reasons, who knows? But that's not a problem. If you really want to know why he helped Chen Li build his foundation, it's simple: just send someone to sound out Zhao Yang.

"Zhao Yang lives with Chen Li. If we ask Zhao Yang for information, will we alert him?" Wu Dongyu asked worriedly.

"That depends on who's sent," the little bandit said slyly, a sly smile playing on her lips. She called out loudly, "Little Four!"

"Princess" Cao Xiaosi darted in, casually cupping her hands to the four elders and chuckling, "Don't worry, I'll take care of it. I guarantee I'll find out what color underwear Chen Li is wearing today, and I'll make sure Zhao Yang is overjoyed. Even if his own father asks, he won't say a word!"

Wu Tongyu knew that Cao Xiaosi was someone close to Ji Fengyao and Shang Xiye, so he could definitely trust him. He said, "Fellow Daoist Cao, I will call two great demons to protect you. In case Chen Li is not Jiu Yue's demon shell, but Zhao Yang is, it will ensure Fellow Daoist Cao's safety."

"No need. Even if Zhao Yang is really Jiu Yue's demon shell, I won't die," Cao Xiaosi said confidently, shaking his head.

“Yes, Brother Wu, you don’t need to worry. Xiao Si has been making a living in the martial world since he was a child. Those dull-witted cultivators in Danling Continent and those demons in the Demon Realm who only know how to fight and kill are no match for him.” Xi Que stepped forward and gave Cao Xiao Si a thumbs up.

Wu Dongyu: "..."

Fourth Elder: "..."

Thank you for the explanation, young lady. I feel like I've been subtly insulted!

Once the agreement was reached, Cao Xiaosi ascertained Zhao Yang's current location and immediately changed his clothes and set off.

After Wu Tongyu and the four elders returned to await further news, they left.

Ji Fengyao then took Xique and An Zijin back to the thatched hut and checked Guimian's injuries again.

Although Ghost Face escaped with his life, he was severely weakened this time.

Moreover, after this serious injury, Ghost Face's injuries, after a brief period of initial healing, began to relapse repeatedly, which was very strange.

The better the pills Ji Fengyao gave him, the more severe his injuries became. He had to endure the pain of broken bones being rebuilt several times a day. This caused Guimian to forget about his appearance and cry several times while clinging to Ji Fengyao's clothes these past few days.

Today, Ghost Face endured the pain of three more bone fractures and remodelings, and finally couldn't take it anymore.

As soon as Ji Fengyao entered, he pitifully lay down on his two front paws, his eyes brimming with tears, pleading for mercy: "My lady, Mianmian has reflected on his actions these past few days. People say that even a day as husband and wife brings a hundred days of kindness. My lady must have been worried about my master because I used to be so outspoken and talk back to him. That's why you punished me on his behalf. I know I was wrong, and I will never talk back to you again. Please have pity on me and don't make me break my bones every day, okay?"

Seeing his pitiful state, Ji Fengyao was both angry and heartbroken. She stepped forward and gently stroked the downy hair on his forehead, saying, "What are you thinking about all day? Just bear with it a little longer, and I will definitely find a way to cure you."