And the one Mao Qingzhu was looking for was a disciple of the Mao Family.
Even though the Mao Family was a reclusive clan, under the jurisdiction of the Lingyin Sect, they also had a disciple within their family who was a core disciple of the Lingyin Sect.
Her name was Mao Songli, her cousin, and she was the most talented newcomer in the Mao Family after her.
"Songli... I have something I need to trouble you with."
She said gently, and then requested Mao Songli to help investigate a bit.
Half a day later, Mao Songli sent back news: "Sister Qingzhu, I once heard Master mention this matter. I heard it was a Loose Cultivator named Hee Qi who defected to the Demon Cultivator... and then Wei Shu used this as a reason to accuse Chen Ye, and also found Demon Path tokens at Luoli Courtyard..."
"Ridiculous!"
Mao Qingzhu’s face turned cold, and upon hearing this, she was even more convinced that Brother Ye was suffering from an unjust disaster.
Damned Wei Family!
Isn’t it just the death of a Steward...
And that Wei Shu, even more detestable, what does it have to do with Brother Ye if his brother died?
Moreover, even if Brother Ye had killed Wei Cheng, Wei Cheng was guilty of abusing men and women, and deserved to die!
He should be grateful to Brother Ye for cleaning the house!
But, now things have come this far. Mao Qingzhu also has no recourse, she pondered for a moment:
"So, Brother... cough cough, Steward Chen needs to go to Songyang Cave Heaven?"
"Unless there are any unexpected situations, it should be so." Mao Songli replied.
"Then, please trouble Songli to smooth out the relationships..."
Mao Qingzhu deliberated.
Since Brother Ye inevitably had to go to Songyang Cave Heaven, she could only help him as much as possible, smoothing out relationships for him so that he wouldn’t go to his death empty-handed!
Even though she couldn’t change the Bai Family’s mind, she could still rely on the strength of the Mao and Xu Families to put pressure on the Wei Family.
For instance, Wei Shu took away Brother Ye’s Storage Bag and Magical Artifact, she could find a way to have them returned!
Moreover,
Mao Qingzhu suddenly breathed a sigh of relief, her gaze turned to the cold pool:
"Fortunately... in this unfortunate situation, there’s a sliver of fortune, this time, the ancestor will take Qing Jun to the Grotto Heaven! Though the Grotto Heaven is perilous, the ancestor is at Foundation Establishment Ninth Layer! In the Lingyin Sect, second only to the four Elders!"
Furthermore, the Lingyin Sect’s Golden Core True Men were mutually restraining each other with the Golden Core True Men of the Emotion Crossing Sect.
As for the other Cultivators in the Late Period of Foundation Establishment, most cherished their lives and dared not take risks lightly.
Xu Henshan is most likely the strongest contender in this round of Songyang Cave Heaven.
And currently, Xu Henshan values Qing Jun very highly.
"Little girl, oh little girl. This time, it’s up to you..."
Mao Qingzhu murmured to herself.
Brother Ye’s two apprentices were truly not raised in vain.
This time encountering danger, externally there was Zhiwei overseeing Lisong Valley, conveying information in a timely manner, and internally, there was Qing Jun’s support...
At the moment, the only worry was Xu Henshan’s attitude towards Chen Ye.
Don’t be fooled by the old man’s kind demeanor now, he was ruthless in his youth, and even killed his brother.
And Chen Ye is Qing Jun’s master, the most important person in Qing Jun’s heart.
This, for the Xu Family, is undoubtedly bad news.
Because this means Qing Jun is first and foremost Chen Ye’s apprentice, then a member of the Xu Family!
...
Lingyin Sect, Law Enforcement Hall Dungeon.
The cold and damp stone steps twisted downward, leading to the depths where the sun never shines.
Wei Shu, dressed in a dark enforcement robe, entered this area devoid of sunlight with a sinister smile on his face.
Following him were two Law Enforcement Disciples with respectful expressions, holding a tray with several cold, glimmering torture tools on it.
"Bring that prisoner named Chen Ye to the interrogation room."
Wei Shu instructed the disciple guarding the dungeon with a casual tone.
He could no longer wait.
Since the death of his brother, he had been restless day and night, eager to tear that murderer into pieces!
Though lacking direct evidence, he was already convinced in his heart that this matter was definitely related to that Chen Ye!
Now that the brat has fallen into his hands, how could he let him off easily?
"Re... reporting to Guardian Wei," the disciplining disciple paled upon hearing this and replied nervously, "that... that Chen Ye is no longer in the dungeon."
"What?!" The sinister smile on Wei Shu’s face instantly froze, and he asked harshly, "Where is he?!"
"He was... taken away personally by Guardian Bai Wuji late last night."
"Bai Wuji!"
Wei Shu grumbled through clenched teeth, his spiritual power fluctuating, causing the surrounding air to almost solidify from pressure.
"You’re deliberately opposing me, aren’t you?!"
His heart surged with rage!
This Bai Wuji, a member of the Bai Family, had unexpectedly sided against his own interests, choosing to protect that brat surnamed Chen today!
But, since the person had already been taken away, his anger was of no use.
"Where did he go?" Wei Shu suppressed his anger and asked coldly.
"It’s said... he has returned to Luoli Courtyard."
Luoli Courtyard?
A trace of disdain flashed in Wei Shu’s eyes.
Turns out they merely changed his place of imprisonment; did they really think they could escape his grasp?
With a flick of his sleeve, he took a pitch-black soul-whip and several hair-thin soul-piercing needles from the tray.
"Let’s go!" Wei Shu snorted coldly, speaking ruthlessly, "I’ll see how long Bai Wuji can protect him!"
...
Luoli Courtyard.
Wei Shu released his Divine Sense, exploring ahead.
Discovering only two Cultivators inside the courtyard, his disdain deepened.
"Hah, Bai Wuji is indeed indecisive; he means to protect him yet is hesitant and not too overt. He brought him here yet dares not sit in the town himself..."
He hesitated no longer, taking a step forward, intending to force his way into the courtyard.
"Please wait, Guardian Wei!"
Bu Feifan looked shocked and blocked his way, his face showing fear yet still holding himself together, clasping his fists:
"This place was personally arranged by Guardian Bai as a place for quiet cultivation, we hope Guardian Wei..."