Demonic Dao Fanfiction: Protecting You from Worries for a Lifetime

Qing Heng Jun was supported by Lan Qiren and slowly sat up. Although his face still looked a little pale, compared to his previous state, his spirit had obviously recovered a lot.

"Master Xuanyuan is absolutely right."

Qing Hengjun smiled slightly, trying to make himself look more relaxed.

He couldn't help coughing a few times as he finished speaking. Lan Xichen noticed this and immediately walked over with concern, holding a cup of warm water and handing it to his father.

"Father, please drink some water to moisten your throat first." Lan Xichen said softly, his eyes full of worry and concern.

Qing Hengjun took the water, took a sip, and then slowly leaned against the headboard. He turned his gaze to Sect Master Xuanyuan, gratitude evident in his eyes. "Sect Master Xuanyuan, I have no way of repaying your kindness. If you need anything in the future, just say the word, and the Lan Clan will do its utmost to assist you."

Chaoyang just raised the corners of his mouth slightly. If it weren't for the mask, everyone present would probably see Chaoyang's expression full of disgust.

Chaoyang had always despised people like Qingheng Jun. Qingheng Jun had spent the first half of his life for his so-called mentor, leaving his brother, wife, son, and family behind. And now, after finally emerging from confinement, he still behaved so irresponsibly.

Especially when the Lan family faced a powerful enemy and suffered a major change, with the youngest son's life or death uncertain, his younger brother injured, and his disciples suffering heavy casualties, the Lan family suffered a severe blow and was besieged from both inside and outside. Even the eldest son was unable to shoulder this burden, and Qingheng Jun chose to stay out of the matter, escaping reality and pursuing his own dreams. In Chaoyang's view, this would be less satisfying than simply disbanding the Lan family.

"Sect Master Lan, you should get some rest! I just gave you the Qingxin Pill, it's best to take it soon."

Qing Hengjun looked puzzled. Lan Qiren then remembered the Qingxin Pill Chaoyang had given him. He quickly took out the jade bottle and handed it to Qing Hengjun. "Brother, this is the Qingxin Pill given by Sect Master Xuanyuan. Take one a day."

Qing Hengjun took the jade bottle, opened it and saw that the pill was round in color and exuded a faint medicinal fragrance. He took out one and swallowed it.

Lan Qiren felt relieved upon seeing this, knowing that this Heart Purifying Pill would surely help his brother calm his mind.

After Qing Hengjun took the elixir, his mind instantly calmed down. He turned to look at Lan Qiren and said, "Qiren, please help your brother entertain Sect Master Xuanyuan."

Lan Qiren said, "This is as it should be."

Then Lan Qiren said to Chaoyang with an apologetic look: "Master Xuanyuan, it is really my fault for not considering it carefully. I should have arranged for you to rest first. But now that many houses in Yunshen have been burned down, I am afraid that Master Xuanyuan will have to go to Hantan Cave..." The courtyard where Chaoyang stayed last time

Since the house was also burned this time, Lan Qiren wanted to arrange for the people to move to the house near the Cold Pond Cave, as only there was a complete yard.

Before Lan Qiren could finish his words, Lan Xichen interrupted him: "Stay with me!"

“Xichen?” Lan Qiren stared at him in astonishment, bewildered by his motives. Even Qingheng Jun, sitting nearby, couldn’t help but cast his gaze upon his son.

Lan Xichen didn't dare look at his uncle or father. He simply stared at Chaoyang and repeated, "Stay with me." His tone was firm and sincere, unconcerned with the glances of those around him. He then explained slowly, "The temperature in the Cold Pond Cave area is low, and the distance is quite far, making it inconvenient to live there. By comparison, staying with me would be much more convenient, and easier to take care of."

Chaoyang: Easy to take care of? Ha!

Lan Qiren pondered for a moment and thought the proposal was quite reasonable, so he said, "Then let Sect Master Xuanyuan and Xichen live together."

Seeing that both of them said so, Chaoyang couldn't refuse: "No problem, thank you for troubling Master Lan."

Lan Xichen said, "Then I will lead you to your resting place." As soon as he finished speaking, he was about to step forward and extend his hand to show him the way.

Chao Yang avoided Lan Xichen's gaze and said, "Now is not the time to rest. Let's talk somewhere else. Let Qing Hengjun rest well and leave a medical practitioner to watch over him."

Lan Qiren thought to himself that this was just as well. It was indeed of no practical help for them to stay here. Instead, it might cause some interference and trouble to his brother's recovery. So, Lan Qiren called the others and led them to another hall to avoid staying here any longer and affecting his brother's recuperation.

As Chaoyang followed the others into another hall, the Lan Clan members each found their own seats, waiting for him to take his place. However, the seating arrangement... Lan Qiren sat at the head, with a seat left vacant on either side, clearly reserved for Lan Xichen and him.

Chaoyang glanced at Lan Xichen, who was still oblivious to the situation. He'd been reminded of this all along, practically outright, during his school days, yet the Lan family hadn't changed. Chaoyang couldn't help but sigh deeply. He was bound to be the villain today. Chaoyang stood still in the seating area, observing the seated people with a serious expression.

Lan Qiren, Lan Xichen, and everyone present stared at him in confusion. Lan Qiren asked doubtfully, "Master Xuanyuan?"

Chaoyang frowned slightly and asked in a low voice, "Excuse me, Fellow Daoist Lan, are we meeting guests or just having a party at home?"

Lan Qiren smiled slightly and replied, "Of course I'm meeting a guest."

A faint smile appeared on Chaoyang's lips as he continued, "Since this is a meeting, isn't Fellow Daoist Lan's seating arrangement somewhat inappropriate?"

Everyone present was momentarily stunned, confused as to what Chaoyang was referring to as inappropriate. After all, this was the seating arrangement they had made before, and even Lan Xichen had considered it reasonable.

Chaoyang felt a deep sense of powerlessness and had to ask again, "Excuse me, Fellow Daoist Lan, in what capacity do you sit in the first seat? Is it truly appropriate for you to sit in the first seat?"

Lan Qiren was struck by lightning, and the expressions of the others suddenly changed. Lan Xichen was even more shocked.

Chaoyang went on to say, "The Lan family is responsible for learning and teaching, and for leading the hundreds of immortal families. They should know the etiquette and rules of this world?" These words were like a loud slap in the face of all the Lan family members in the room.

After a long silence, Lan Qiren's face flushed with shame, and he said apologetically, "Qi's rude. Young Sect Master, please take a seat. Sect Master Xuanyuan, please as well." He rose from the main seat and walked to the side seat, where Lan Xichen had been seated. Lan Xichen seemed absent-minded, slowly taking the main seat, while Chaoyang slowly walked to the secondary seat on the other side. Once Lan Xichen was seated, the others in the room followed suit. However, the atmosphere in the room had become extremely awkward due to the recent events, and no one wanted to break the silence.

Lan Xichen was briefly bewildered before he quickly grasped the deeper meaning of Chaoyang's actions. He was asserting his position to the Lan clan, clearly indicating who was now the leader of the Lan clan. He was helping him seize power!