Demonic Dao Fanfiction: Protecting You from Worries for a Lifetime

Ling Jin made the decision in his dream, but in reality he was still unconscious, but still murmuring Pei Huai's name.

When Qingxu Jianzun, who was standing next to him, heard the unconscious Ling Jin still muttering about Pei Huai, his face suddenly fell. He couldn't calm down and felt both angry and helpless.

Qingxu Sword Master frowned and looked at Ling Jin who was lying on the ground; I really owe you.

After a while, it disappeared from the spot.

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Lan Xichen's cave.

Lan Xichen had just finished his conversation with the inner disciples and, feeling melancholy, quickly returned to his residence. When he arrived, he found Ling Chao already waiting patiently at the door. A look of surprise immediately crossed Lan Xichen's face. He hurriedly quickened his pace, running forward and asking with a hint of urgency, "Why aren't you coming in? How long have you been waiting here?"

Ling Chao smiled faintly and replied, "I just got here too." He raised his brows slightly, his heart filled with anticipation, and asked, "So, did you get any results from your inquiries? Did you get any useful information?"

Lan Xichen didn't answer, but immediately took Ling Chao's hand and they walked into the house together.

Inside the room, Lan Xichen took Ling Chao's hand and asked him to sit down at the table, while he stood aside with a serious expression.

Seeing Lan Xichen like this, Ling Chao couldn't help but feel a sense of foreboding. He asked anxiously, "Xichen, what happened? Is the news you heard bad?"

Lan Xichen sighed softly and slowly spoke, "Spiritual Dynasty. According to the inner disciples who traveled to the secret realm, Senior Brother and Senior Brother Pei entered the illusion together. When they returned, Senior Brother Pei was safe and sound, but Senior Brother was seriously injured."

Ling Chao's face suddenly changed when he heard this. He slammed the table and stood up, a trace of disbelief flashing in his eyes: "Senior Brother Pei, Pei Huai?"

Lan Xichen: “Yeah.”

"Impossible! How could he attack my senior brother? And how could he attack a fellow disciple? And my senior brother also... (likes him)? There must be something fishy going on."

Lan Xichen saw Ling Chao's agitation and quickly tried to calm him down, "I know this isn't right, but that's what my fellow disciple said. But no one outside of the illusion knows what happened! We'll have to wait until my disciple wakes up to find out the details."

Lan Xichen didn't know at this time that after Ling Jin woke up, the things he worried about would no longer exist, and he himself would face several battles.

Who told you to kidnap my junior brother? You won’t be able to escape after a few fights.

Ling Chao clenched his fists and said firmly: "I must find Pei Huai and get to the bottom of this." As soon as he finished speaking, he turned around and prepared to find Pei Huai.

Lan Xichen hurriedly grabbed Ling Chao and tried to dissuade him, "Ling Chao, calm down. Senior Brother hasn't regained consciousness yet, so it wouldn't be wise for us to go to Pei Huai based on just one side of the story. Besides, Pei Huai and Senior Brother have a good relationship, so what motive would he have to harm him? We need to think this over carefully."

Ling Chao paused and turned to look at Lan Xichen. "Xichen, I know you're worried I might act rashly. But my brother's injuries are so severe, I can't just sit back and watch. No matter what, I'm going to find Pei Huai and get an explanation."

Lan Xichen saw that Ling Chao had made up his mind and knew that it was useless to persuade him any further. He could only sigh helplessly and said, "Okay, I'll go with you." The two of them walked out of the cave together and flew towards the Gathering Spirit Peak where Pei Huai was.

At the foot of Juling Peak, the area is shrouded in clouds and mist, making it look like a fairyland on earth.

As soon as they landed at the foot of Juling Peak, they headed towards the mountainside. Before they had a chance to see Pei Huai, they saw Qingxu Jianzun standing in front of a huge rock halfway up the mountain, seemingly waiting for someone.

Seeing Lan Xichen and Ling Chao approaching, Qingxu Sword Master raised an eyebrow slightly and asked, "Why are you two here?"

Ling Chao and Lan Xichen respectfully saluted their master and the sect leader, saying in unison: "Master" and "Sect Leader".

Ling Chao then said, "Master, let's go find Senior Brother Pei."

Qingxu Jianzun's gaze lingered on the two men for a moment, as if he understood their inner uneasiness. He slowly opened his mouth and said, "A Chao, didn't your master already tell you that you don't need to interfere in this matter? If there is nothing else, please go back first."

Ling Chao was anxious upon hearing this, and was about to open his mouth to make a request when Lan Xichen gently pulled his sleeve. Lan Xichen bowed to Qingxu Jianzun and said respectfully, "Yes, Sect Master."

Then, he pulled Ling Chao away, seemingly unwilling to continue the fight. However, Ling Chao's steps seemed hesitant, and he looked back at Qingxu Jianzun, his eyes filled with resentment and confusion.

"Master, I..." Ling Chao started to speak, but was interrupted by Lan Xichen again.

"Ling Chao, let's go back first. The Sect Master has his own considerations." Lan Xichen said in a low voice, with a hint of unquestionable toughness in his tone.

Ling Chao bit her lip, and finally nodded helplessly, leaving Juling Peak with Lan Xichen.

He remained silent the entire way, his mind constantly pondering why his master hadn't allowed him to go find Pei Huai. There must be some hidden secret. Furthermore, his senior brother's injuries were so severe, yet Pei Huai remained unscathed. How could this not arouse suspicion? Could Pei Huai have actually attacked his senior brother? No, that was impossible. Pei Huai practiced the Way of the Merciless, his heart as still as water, devoid of desires and demands, appearing aloof and lonely. The last time his senior brother had pestered him, Pei Huai hadn't taken action, simply ignoring him. It was impossible for him to do such a thing this time. There must be some misunderstanding.

The more Ling Chao thought about it, the more confused he became. The doubts in his heart grew like weeds, but he could not find the answers.

Seeing that Ling Chao still looked troubled, Lan Xichen tried to comfort him, "Ling Chao, don't worry too much. Since the Sect Master said he would make the decision himself, he must have something in mind. Since the Sect Master is not here, why don't we go see the eldest brother? Perhaps seeing how he is doing can answer some of your doubts." Lan Xichen continued to persuade, trying to divert Ling Chao's attention.

Ling Chao stopped and nodded slightly: "Okay, let's go see Brother first."