Yan Feichen was escorted to the water dungeon of Cangyan Mountain.
This place is specifically used to imprison high-level monsters and demons, and it is extremely heavily guarded.
The air was filled with the strong stench of rotting corpses.
He has been locked up here for three days and three nights.
There was no water, no food, and no sunlight.
Five or six groups of people came to interrogate and intimidate him, but they all said the same things.
They were simply asking him where he learned these strange techniques, why his attacks left marks of demonic energy, and whether he was secretly colluding with the demon realm and practicing forbidden arts.
No matter what the other party asks, Yan Feichen will only repeat one sentence.
Where is my master?
Where is she? What is she doing? Why doesn't she come to see him? Did something happen to her?
These questions gave rise to countless possibilities, making the pain even more unbearable than physical suffering, and almost driving Yan Feichen insane.
Shi Lili's laughter was sinister: "The number of demons who died here is at least nine thousand, if not tens of thousands."
"So I advise you not to fantasize about escaping. Honestly explain your background. Maybe that will save your life."
Yan Feichen did not respond. He stood with his right hand hanging down and his left hand clasped in front of his chest, leaning straight against the cold stone wall. His slightly messy bangs completely obscured his eyes.
People outside couldn't see his expression clearly, but they felt that he carried a gloomy, terrifying, and lonely aura, which made them hesitant to approach him.
"You don't think you can get away with this by doing it this way, do you?"
"This time, not only you, but even Lin Zhen will be in deep trouble."
Yan Feichen suddenly opened his eyes, his voice low and hoarse: "I want to see Master."
Shi Lili's expression was indescribably strange; she tilted her head back, striking a victorious pose.
"Okay, as long as you obediently answer all the questions from earlier, I guarantee you can see Lin Zhen."
Yan Feichen gave her a cold look, then looked away and continued to feign sleep.
After Shi Lili left, Yan Feichen fell into a long sleep.
In his drowsy state, he had a very long dream.
Silver swords flying everywhere, bones scattered across the mountains and plains, countless cultivators standing in the wind, and a huge black shadow standing between heaven and earth.
The bizarre and fantastical illusions eventually materialized into a familiar silhouette.
...
Yan Feichen suddenly woke up from his dream.
He was panting heavily and it took him a long time to come to his senses.
Yan Feichen slowly opened his tightly clenched right hand.
Blue veins, ugly scars, and a sticky layer of cold sweat.
Apart from that, there was nothing there.
Just now in his dream, it was this hand that failed to catch Lin Zhen's fluttering skirt. He watched helplessly as she fell into another man's arms.
"How are you?"
The girl stood outside the door, bending over and looking at him timidly.
The man sat curled up in the corner, the dappled moonlight streaming in from above illuminating half of his face.
A high, straight nose, long eyelashes, a calm and expressionless gaze, and an overly pale face.
Bai Tongtong's heart began to pound uncontrollably.
Seeing no response, she took another step closer and softened her voice, saying, "Your name is Yan Feichen, right?"
"Do you remember me? My name is Bai Tong. We've met before."
Yan Feichen gently lifted his eyelids.
He had a good memory; the moment he heard the woman's voice, he remembered who she was.
Yan Feichen remembered that she was very annoying.
Bai Tongtong seemed oblivious to the other person's emotions. She secretly slipped the food she had brought in through a crack in the water prison.
When Yan Feichen looked over, she deliberately tilted her head and blinked her wet rabbit eyes.
Bai Tongtong has always been clear about her strengths and knows what kind of expression is most endearing.
"You haven't fasted yet. You must have been feeling very uncomfortable these past few days without anything to eat, right?"
Yan Feichen frowned, a flash of disgust crossing his eyes.
"These are steamed buns I made especially for you. Try them. They may not taste very good, but they can help you regain your strength."
Yan Feichen originally didn't want to talk to Bai Tongtong, but it was obvious that Bai Tongtong's shamelessness had exceeded his expectations.
"Are you feeling weak right now? How about I feed you?"
Yan Feichen coldly raised his eyes: "Get out."
Bai Tongtong repeated, somewhat not quite hearing, "What did you say?"
"I'm telling you to get out."
Yan Feichen's voice was like ice shards, stinging Bai Tongtong until her face turned pale.
"Don't misunderstand, I didn't mean anything by it, I just wanted to help you."
Yan Feichen paused for a moment: "Are you really willing to help me?"
“Really.” Bai Tongtong nodded emphatically. “I believe you have been wronged, so if there is anything I can do for you, just let me know.”
Yan Feichen raised his head, and a light finally appeared in his slightly upturned phoenix eyes.
Where is my master?
I never expected that his first words would be to ask about Lin Zhen's whereabouts.
She pouted and said somewhat reluctantly, "I don't know either. Danling went to look for him several times, but she didn't see him. He's probably staying on Tianfeng Peak to avoid trouble."
Yan Feichen didn't reply immediately. He lowered his eyes and said after a long while, "Please help me find my master. Tell her that I want to see her."
"Don't be silly, she won't come to see you." Bai Tongtong stood up angrily. "If she wanted to see you, she would have come long ago. Why would she wait until now?"
"She hasn't paid any attention to you since you were arrested."
"I didn't bring you any food, I didn't bring you any clothes, I didn't even send you a word, did I?"
Yan Feichen stared silently at the ground in front of him. His long hair, which reached his waist, covered most of his face, making him look listless and dejected.
Bai Tongtong's sense of justice burned ever brighter.
She simply couldn't believe that this handsome young man in front of her would be associated with those ugly monsters.
On the contrary, his master had an eccentric personality and a bad temper, and must have offended a lot of people.
It's not surprising that you might be framed by others.
"Don't worry, even if your master has abandoned you, I will definitely investigate to the end and clear your name."
Yan Feichen raised his eyes, his beautiful eyes now empty and lifeless.
"So, can you actually help me find my master?"
"Why are you still dwelling on this?" Bai Tongtong stomped her foot angrily. "I told you, she won't come to see you."
“Given the current situation, she can barely protect herself, and everyone wants to distance themselves from you.” Bai Tongtong pouted, feeling a little aggrieved. “Only I am still willing to believe in you.”
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