At this moment, the second disciple, rumored to have passed away, was resting in the Yunmeng Branch of Guiyuan Sect. Facing the man before him, the second disciple bowed deeply, saying with deep gratitude, "Thank you very much, young master, for saving my life. I will never forget this kindness." The man smiled gently and slowly lifted him up with his spiritual power. His tone was calm but firm, "You don't need to be so polite. I was only helping you because I was ordered to do so."

I am Jiang... no... now Chen An, and I said sincerely: "No matter who entrusted you with this, you saved my life. This is an indisputable fact. Although I have nothing else, I only have this life. If you need me, I will go through fire and water and will not hesitate to die."

The man shook his head and said seriously, "I don't need your life. Now that you've died once, you should know the importance of life. Don't give your life to others. Cherish yourself and live a good life in the future."

"But???" Chen An interrupted before he finished speaking.

"You should stay here and recuperate first. We can discuss other matters after you recover."

Chen An was slightly stunned, and then a hint of gratitude flashed in his eyes. "Thank you."

After that, the man ignored Chen An and left.

Chen An stared at the man's back, a mixture of emotions welling up in his heart. He had never imagined that his passionate response would be met with such a cold response. But on second thought, Chen An understood the man's perspective. After all, in this turbulent world, everyone was responsible for their own choices.

Chen An sighed, putting away the disappointment in his heart. The road ahead was long and unknown, but as long as there was a dream in the heart, there was a way under the feet.

Before Jiang Fengmian could explain the previous rumor, another shocking rumor spread on Xuanzheng Continent.

It was rumored that Jiang Fengmian brought back those "children of old friends" not out of pure kindness and compassion, but rather by first brutally exterminating their families and then leaving the innocent children homeless for a period of time. Then, under a pretense of compassion, he brought these children back to the Yunmeng Jiang Clan, under the pretense of "adopting the children of old friends."

These rumors were like sharp blades, cutting into Jiang Fengmian's heart one by one, pushing the Yunmeng Jiang family into an unprecedented abyss of hardship.

Jiang Fengmian was filled with mixed emotions when he heard these rumors. He was puzzled as to how such private matters had been leaked.

Due to the spread of this groundless rumor, the usually peaceful and harmonious atmosphere in Lotus Pier was shrouded in a thick haze, and an indescribable sense of depression permeated the air.

In the courtyard, the once clear and melodious bird song seemed to have become sparse and dull, incompatible with the atmosphere. As the disciples walked, their pace unconsciously quickened a bit, and their voices were lowered to the extreme, fearing that they would accidentally touch their sensitive and tense nerves.

Privately, they gathered in groups of three or five, with complex emotions flashing in their eyes - a desire for the truth, but also deep confusion and suspicion of Sect Master Jiang.

Yet, why did no one dare to ask? After all, those who had mustered the courage to ask had long been brutally executed by Yu Ziyuan, their remains still lying quietly at the bottom of the cold lake.

Jiang Fengmian sat alone in his study, the flickering candlelight illuminating his furrowed brow and pensive face. He pondered over his actions. He had always been cautious and had never disclosed any private matters. So, where did these rumors come from? Who was behind this, and for what purpose?

Jiang Fengmian's mind flashed with faces, some familiar, some unfamiliar. He tried to find clues from their words and actions, but every attempt was like stepping into a fog, unable to see the road ahead or find the direction of the exit.

The cloud is deep and unknown.

Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) put down the letter in his hand and sneered, a flash of disdain in his eyes. "Jiang Fengmian, he really is unscrupulous in achieving his goals."

"What's wrong?" Xuanyuan Fen (Fen Hua) asked.

Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) handed him the letter and said, "Read it for yourself!!"

Xuanyuan Fen (Fen Hua) took the letter, his brow furrowed as he read its contents quickly and carefully. The contents of the letter infuriated him, yet he remained calm and composed. He spoke in a low voice, "Oh my God! Isn't Jiang Fengmian's behavior utterly insane? He dared to murder someone else's parents and then bring the child back to his own home. Isn't he afraid that the truth would come to light and bring endless hatred and retaliation?"

“What!!!!” Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) and Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) were concentrating on playing chess. Upon hearing this, they were suddenly shocked and their expressions changed drastically.

Then, they moved almost simultaneously and quickly snatched the letter from Xuanyuan Fen (Fen Hua)'s hand.

The two men took the letter and read it quickly, their faces gradually turning livid. Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) slammed the table and stood up, angrily shouting, "How dare Jiang Fengmian, that beast, act like this! I spread this rumor just to teach the Jiang family a lesson, but I didn't expect it to be true. Jiang Fengmian, isn't he afraid of the consequences of his actions?"

Chaoyang also put down the book in his hand, his eyes flashing with coldness, and said coldly: "Such evil deeds are simply...absurd. A Yao, is this true?"

Seeing this, Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) curled up the corners of his mouth into a complicated smile, and said in a deep voice: "Uncle, this was sent by the confidant who was monitoring Jiang Fengmian. It can't be fake."

"It seems we have all underestimated Jiang Fengmian!!"

"Uncle, what do you think we should do?" Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) looked towards the rising sun and asked with a little anxiety.

"I think Ayao has already made up his mind." Chaoyang gently fiddled with the 'Remnant Rhythm' in his hand and responded indifferently.

Chaoyang's every move seemed composed, as if everything was under control. He raised his head slightly, gazing intently at Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying), his eyes gleaming with wisdom as he spoke slowly, "Ah Ying, don't rush. While this situation is serious, it's not unsolvable. We need to analyze it calmly to devise the most appropriate strategy. Otherwise, those 'children of old friends' will die."

Upon hearing this, Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) took a deep breath, trying to calm his inner anger and anxiety. At this critical moment, any impulsive action could lead to irreversible consequences. So, he sat back in his chair, clenched his fists, and looked resolutely at Chaoyang and Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao).

"Ayao, what do you think about this?" Chaoyang turned to Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao), obviously having high hopes for him.

Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) smiled faintly, a smile that held both confidence and a hint of cunning. He shook his head gently, his eyes gleaming with anticipation and indifference for what was about to happen. "I've already arranged for my disciples to gather evidence. When necessary, I'll tell you about the 'son of an old friend.'"

"Why can't you just say it directly and clearly? Why do you have to be so roundabout?" Xuanyuan Yin (Xue Yang) asked with a confused look on his face.

Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) patiently explained, "The Jiang family is different from other aristocratic families. In aristocratic families, if a member wishes to break free from the constraints of the family, all they need to do is a simple ritual—take off the family robe that symbolizes their identity and belonging—and they can regain their freedom. However, in the Jiang family, such behavior would be considered a traitor, punishable by death or at least crippling. Tell me, if I tell them the truth directly and honestly, how will those 'sons of old friends' react? Even if I tell them, they might still be skeptical and unwilling to believe it. I don't want to test human nature."

Chaoyang nodded in agreement, his eyes sweeping over everyone, "Ayao is right."

"Then how do we do it specifically?" Xuanyuan Yue (Wei Ying) continued.

Xuanyuan Jing (Meng Yao) explained: "We don't need to do anything, just find the evidence, and someone else will do the rest naturally."

After listening, the other three expressed their agreement.

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