After the mind-reading cripple junior sister, the entire sect rose to prominence.

Chapter 51 is not meaningless.
The old man was very angry.

What's wrong with setting up a street stall? Others set up stalls to make money, but he loses money, yet he still enjoys it immensely.

He spent his money, set up his stall, and was happy. How come someone suddenly came over and started looking down on him, including him in the criticism?

Who did he provoke?
Hua Yan was stunned for a moment, looked at the people from the Immortal Sect, and then at the old man, "Who are you? I wasn't talking to you!"

"I am your uncle!"

The old man rolled up his sleeves and stood up, immediately launching into a tirade, "I could tell you weren't a decent woman at all. So even your shop was obtained through swindling and cheating, and you even cheated the Immortal Sect! Bah, you're definitely no good!"

"Exactly! She did something wrong, and no one came looking for her, but she came here to show off. She's shameless, ptooey!" The old lady next to the old man gave Hua Yan a look full of contempt, then rolled her eyes.

"That's right. We're just doing our stalls perfectly well. What's it to you? We're all honest business people. What's wrong with you? Does opening a shop make you superior to us street vendors?" another stall owner sneered.

Hua Yan's words immediately provoked the wrath of the crowd. Everyone couldn't stand it and started to retort, making her blush with embarrassment, feeling both angry and anxious, unable to find an opportunity to retort.

"...Why are you standing here blocking our way if you look down on us street vendors? Are you deliberately trying to make sure we have no business?!"

"Exactly, either spend money to buy things, or get lost."

If they were all shop owners, no one would argue with Hua Yan; it's better to avoid trouble, they would just watch the show.

But she was saying it right next to these stalls, which are all mobile; some people come today and leave tomorrow, so they weren't afraid of her at all!

So the stall owners united and started pointing fingers at Hua Yan.

Hua Yan has been living a very comfortable life since taking over the shop. She feels no guilt at all, and is even proud of her own intelligence.

After she became a shopkeeper, others spoke to her politely, and even if they had complaints, they wouldn't point them out to her face.

This was the first time she had ever been insulted, and by so many people!
Haha, well said!

[Look how angry she is, she's almost fainted, haha, so satisfying!]

If she hadn't been unable to control herself, Mo Jiuwei would have applauded and cheered.

"You... I won't bother with you!" Hua Yan glared fiercely at Chen Lan and the others. "In short, I'll wait until your Immortal Sect is desperate and comes begging to me!"

After saying that, he quickly left and plunged into Jingrong General Store, looking as if he were fleeing in panic.

"Beg her? Where does she get her confidence from!"

Ji Qingqing was so angry she laughed.

Even if the people of the Immortal Sect starve to death, they would never turn back to beg for Hua Yan's charity.

"Don't pay any attention to her."

Chen Lan said something, then bowed to the stall owners next to her and thanked them, "Thank you all for your help and support earlier."

"No need to thank us. She's already gone too far; are we going to let her get away with this?" The old man next to him waved his hand. "Besides, you're from the Immortal Sect; she's in the wrong." Chen Lan and Ji Qingqing were taken aback. "You..."

“Your Immortal Sect has been in Ziye City for tens of thousands of years. We’ve seen your way of doing things all along, and we’ve also heard about your decline in recent years,” the old woman next to the old man said. “You are all upright people, and we know that those who have turned their backs on you are certainly not good people.”

“That’s right, I’ve heard that too. When you were going through your toughest time, someone came to your door offering to buy poison from you, but you refused. You are truly upright people with the spirit of a great sect!” A young male stall owner nodded in agreement.

“Yes, during the coldest months a few months ago, you were struggling to get enough to eat and wear, and you even found an abandoned baby girl and went around buying milk for her… Many people have heard about this.” A woman looked at them with admiration, her eyes lingering on Mo Jiuwei, and sighed, “If it were me, I definitely couldn’t have done that.”

Chen Lan tightened her grip on Mo Jiuwei's hand, and Ji Qingqing's nose tingled, almost bringing tears to her eyes.

What these people said is true.

No one knows a sect's way of doing things better than the townspeople around the city.

The Immortal Sect has experienced internal strife and disintegration. The most difficult period could not be kept secret. Many people witnessed it or heard about it. If the people of the Immortal Sect did anything unjust, they would definitely know.

The matter of buying poison came about because someone approached me, asking to buy a kind of poison specifically used to harm people, a poison with insidious methods, and offering a considerable price.

But when everyone heard that, they all refused.

That poison is too immoral; although they have it, they would never sell it!

The person who was rejected was probably very angry. After leaving the Xianlai Sect, he complained about it everywhere, cursing the Xianlai Sect for being inflexible and saying that they brought this day upon themselves.

Some people may laugh at their stubbornness, but in fact, many more people will admire them even more after hearing their story.

This is the meaning of: "Though poor, one remains steadfast and never loses one's lofty aspirations!"
"Ah, I remember you..." Ji Qingqing looked at the old lady next to the old man and suddenly remembered something, "Once when I went out to buy deer milk, you gave me some bird eggs and a few fruits!"

The old woman smiled, "It's just a small thing. You have such kindness, but I can't have one too?"

A burly man across the street waved and said, "Me too! I once left a piece of velvet cloth inside your Immortal Sect. My wife asked me to deliver it to you!"

Ji covered her mouth gently, nodded repeatedly, and couldn't help but sob.

She recognized that piece of velvet. It had mysteriously appeared inside the door and been used by them to make a small velvet hat for Mo Jiuwei. Although it wasn't a precious material, it was comfortable and soft, making it perfect for a baby.

Chen Lan, with tears in her eyes, thanked everyone.

Mo Jiuwei listened with a sigh, somewhat moved.

Although life is tough, there is always some warmth that exists quietly. That little bit of kindness may seem inconspicuous, but when you think back on it, it is very comforting.

"Our Xianlai Sect has weathered the most difficult time. During this period, we have received silent help from many kind-hearted people. We are grateful for everyone's kindness. We will remain true to our original aspirations and uphold the righteous path." Chen Lan sniffed and promised, "You can always trust our Xianlai Sect!"

These people's words made her realize that although their journey had been arduous, it was by no means meaningless.

There was a chapter numbering error earlier, so there are two 51s.
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