Ultimately, because of the Soul-Controlling Beast, Leng Yue heard a story about the love and hatred between Su Yue, Jian Jia, and Yu Luo.
Hongxue's words were similar to Suyue's, but with some added details and different emotions. For example, Hongxue would say that Yulu was an ingrate, that Jianjia had kindly taken in their Bamboo Fungus clan, only to be betrayed by them. She would also say that Yulu was merely imitating Jianjia, mimicking her in every way.
Of course, Hongxue also scolded Su Yue a lot, calling him heartless and treacherous. She said that if it weren't for Jianjia, he would have been eaten by the Soul-Controlling Beast long ago. She never expected that he would betray Jianjia in the end.
For some reason, Leng Yue also felt a little sad upon hearing this, "Then where exactly did Jianjia go?"
Hongxue, who had just been indignant, deflated like a punctured balloon upon hearing Lengyue's words. "I don't know, there's been no news of them for hundreds of years..."
"No return?" Leng Yue asked, puzzled.
Hongxue glanced at Lengyue, her eyes gentle, "I suppose you don't know the origin of the edelweiss, do you?"
Leng Yue shook her head.
"The Edelweiss is the clan flower of our Flamefire Clan. The mother tree is in the clan's sacred place and blooms every year during the Immortal Festival. It can emit light and is very beautiful. The flowering period is very short, so it can be used to find people." Speaking of the Edelweiss, Hongxue's expression softened. "The mother tree almost died once, but Jianjia saved her. So, after Jianjia went missing, the mother tree has been trying to find her."
"Is there no way to heal someone injured by a controlled soul beast? Why did she leave?" Leng Yue felt that someone shouldn't leave without saying goodbye after being injured, so it must be related to Su Yue.
Hongxue shook her head. "I only know the general outline. When Jianjia had her accident, I happened to be away from Suxian Mountain, so I missed a lot of things. Later, when I came back, everything had settled down, and with our Yanhuo Clan being ostracized, we lost the ability to find out the truth."
"You're not familiar with Su Yue? Why don't you go ask Su Yue for clarification?" They sound like they're quite close, so why don't you just ask him directly? Leng Yue looked at Hong Xue, waiting for his answer.
This Immortal Mountain might not have many powerful gods or demons, but Leng Yue felt that the mess here was more complicated than the United Nations. There were only a handful of people, and they were all acquaintances, yet they insisted on living like a spy thriller—it was truly baffling!
I don't know if these gods and monsters are just too bored and always want to cause some trouble to pass the time!
Hongxue's face was full of bitterness. "Miss Lengyue, do you know what our Flamefire Clan means to you?"
Leng Yue asked, puzzled, "What does it mean?"
"We are a fire-type race, representing fire and the source of fire. Do you think our people would be welcomed in this place where the mountains and plains are covered with plants?" Hongxue's face was filled with sorrow. "Jianjia is kind-hearted. If it weren't for her taking us in, we would still be struggling to survive in this bitter cold land. We were alright when she was here, but after she disappeared, where would our Flame Fire Clan have a place to stand?"
"You say I'm familiar with Su Yue? Ha, how could that be?" Hong Xue looked at Leng Yue. "You don't know, do you? Su Yue is from the Shui Qing clan. Water and fire have been incompatible since ancient times. How can there be any talk of being familiar or not?"
“When Jianjia was around, Su Yue and I always avoided each other; in fact, we always disliked each other. After Jianjia left, Su Yue quickly seized power and banished our Yanhuo Clan to the very edge of Suxian Mountain. Forget about finding him, we can't even see him anymore.” Hongxue’s face was numb by the end of her sentence.
Leng Yue remained silent for a long time before speaking, "I know Su Yue; he just came from Liuyun Cave..."
"You...did you do something using this face?" Hongxue suddenly turned ferocious.
Leng Yue was shocked and took a step back, quickly shaking her head, "No, no, don't misunderstand, I didn't do anything before I came out, you..."
"Hmph, it's best if you don't! If I find out you're using Jianjia's face to swindle people, I'll never forgive you!" Hongxue was no longer as friendly as before, but she explained the reason, "I'm sorry, I might have lost my temper. But I can't help myself when it comes to Jianjia."
Leng Yue nodded understandingly, "It's alright, it's alright, you two are just sisters!"
"Miss Leng Yue, did you have something to say just now?" Hong Xue suddenly asked, staring intently at Leng Yue.
Leng Yue thought for a moment, "There's something I'm not sure if I should tell you?"
"Go ahead and tell me, I promise I'll keep it a secret," Hongxue solemnly promised.
Leng Yue thought for a moment, "Regarding the reason why Jianjia left, I think it should be related to Su Yue and Yu Luo. I think Jianjia may have discovered something and left heartbroken..."
"What did you find? What could Jianjia possibly find?" Hongxue looked at Lengyue with a probing gaze.
Leng Yue smiled awkwardly, "I was just guessing, don't take it to heart. Think about it, this Suxian Mountain is the most important place in Jianjia's life, the place she most wants to protect. How could she leave just because she's injured? Under normal circumstances, shouldn't she be even more worried about this place?"
Leng Yue made up a story with a straight face, "That's why I think there might be another reason why Jianjia left. Moreover, I think that when someone leaves a place, it's very likely because they've been heartbroken by it. Only when you're completely disheartened would you want to start over somewhere else!"
By the end, Leng Yue herself realized how reasonable her words were. Similarly, Hong Xue went from initial skepticism and inquiry to complete conviction.
“Yes, why didn’t I think of that before…” Hongxue muttered to herself, while Lengyue quietly breathed a sigh of relief.
For a fleeting moment, Leng Yue sensed that Hong Xue was about to explode. However, after Leng Yue's rambling, Hong Xue's attention was diverted.
"Do you think Jianjia's heartbreak is related to her relationship? If it's related to her relationship, then it's related to Su Yue. By the way, was she really betrayed? Betrayed by Su Yue and Yu Luo, right?" Hong Xue suddenly became somewhat incoherent. "I told you they were having an affair, and I didn't expect I was right! That little bitch, I hope I don't catch her. Otherwise, I'll make her wish she were dead..."
"Miss Hongxue?" Leng Yue looked at Hongxue, whose eyes were red and who was muttering to herself, and couldn't help but wave her hand in front of her.
But Hongxue seemed to be having a nightmare, completely oblivious to Lengyue's hands. Hongxue grew increasingly agitated, flames seemingly erupting from her body. Lengyue felt the intense heat and involuntarily retreated.
The flames on Hongxue's body grew larger and clearer, and Lengyue hurriedly hid outside the cave.
"Ah! I'm going to burn this place down! I'm going to burn down this Immortal Mountain! Hahaha..." Hongxue suddenly burst into laughter.
Leng Yue looked at Hong Xue, who had lost her mind, and felt anxious. What would she do if Hong Xue really started a wildfire?
"Zero, are you there?" Leng Yue wanted to ask Zero if he had any way to put out the fire, but there was still no response.
"Hongxue, wake up!" Lengyue shouted as she tried to lead Hongxue toward water.
Hongxue seemed to have lost her mind at this moment. Lengyue ran ahead, and she followed behind. She ran and burned all the way, which was really too cool.
At this moment, Hongxue was moving very fast, and the distance that Lengyue had created earlier was getting shorter and shorter. Until she was only one step away from Lengyue, Lengyue could even smell the fragrance of burning hair.
Leng Yue was on the verge of tears, and could only run as fast as she could, praying that water would appear soon...
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