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Jin Cheng said solemnly, “Father, this Liu Taixing is just an outer sect disciple from Ming Emperor Sect. If an inner disciple had died, and they investigate, we would not have anything to say. But for an outer sect disciple, would the Ming Emperor Sect go to such great lengths? Our City Lord’s Mansion is not a place to be trifled with either. Protecting Brother Yang Chen, it shouldn’t be a problem, right?”
“Yeah, City Lord, many sect disciples were killed while undergoing training outside, but we didn’t see any sect investigating it.”
Jin Ying sighed, “It’s not the same. Indeed, many sect disciples were killed during their training outside, but who left evidence? And that is training – the sect has allowed you to go out and temper yourself. If you die, it’s because you’re not as skilled as others. What about this Liu Taixing? He was invited to participate in the Secret Realm competition, representing the Ming Emperor Sect! ”
“Being killed while representing the Ming Emperor Sect is a slap in the face for them. The most crucial point is that after Liu Taixing’s death, evidence was fabricated. If the Ming Emperor Sect comes to investigate, they will target our City Lord’s Mansion, as well as the Huang Family and Sun Family of Zan City. When various pieces of evidence point to Yang Chen, what will our City Lord’s Mansion do?” Jin Ying said in a low voice.
“Originally, the sect wanted to weaken the power of our City Lord’s Mansion that belongs to Beishan Main City. Now that they have the opportunity, how can they not suppress you?”
At this time, Zhao Guard spoke up with a brave face, “The most crucial point is…”
“What is the key?” Jin Cheng was frustrated and anxious, feeling the seriousness of the situation. How could he be at ease?
Zhao Guard sighed bitterly, “The most crucial point is that the Dazzling Mind
Bell on Liu Taixing’s body is missing!”
“Isn’t that natural? When he died, his treasures would have been plundered!” Jin Cheng was baffled.
“The key is that the Dazzling Mind Bell… was borrowed by Liu Taixing at a great cost from Elder Qian, an inner sect expert from the Ming Emperor Sect. Although the Dazzling Mind Bell is a damaged spiritual tool, its value is not less than a genuine spirit weapon. If it could be repaired, it would be a supreme treasure. You could say it is Elder Qian’s lifeblood.”
Zhao Guard said with anguish, ‘With the loss of the Dazzling Mind Bell, how can Elder Qian, who represents the Ming Emperor Sect, not pursue this matter to the end?”
“This…”
Jin Cheng’s face turned pale, his scalp tingling.
All these factors indicated that the situation was far from being resolved easily!
“Brother Jin Cheng, Elder Jin Ying, I am causing you trouble.” Yang Chen sighed softly.
Jin Ying waved his hand, “Yang Chen, since you and Jin Cheng are brothers, I can’t ignore you. Just stay at ease in the City Lord’s Mansion. I, Jin Ying, will certainly investigate this matter thoroughly and clear your name!”
“Thank you, Elder Jin Ying,” Yang Chen said respectfully.
Jin Cheng also reassured, “Yang Chen, don’t worry about it. Since this matter has nothing to do with you, the Ming Emperor Sect shouldn’t try to take advantage of you. Just leave this to my father. Go back and rest for now!”
“It seems better that way.” Yang Chen nodded, not staying any longer, and turned to leave.
Seeing Yang Chen leave, Jin Cheng couldn’t help but say, “Father, this matter… Yang Chen is one of the few friends I recognize. We must protect him at all costs!”
“Difficult… difficult!” Jin Ying rubbed his eyebrows.
He Liancheng said, “City Lord, there should be some clues to this case.”
“Haha, investigate? How to investigate? If Liu Taixing hadn’t died, it would be easy to investigate. But he’s dead! How can you investigate when there’s no one to confront the evidence?” Jin Ying pondered over and over, but still had no clue.
At this moment, Yang Chen had returned to his resting place, deep in thought with his eyes closed. Seeing Gu Mingyue serving him tea, he sighed softly, his distress evident.
This made Gu Mingyue feel a little heartache. She rarely saw her young master in such a state, and she couldn’t help but worry, “Young Master, what’s wrong?”
“Sigh, I’m in big trouble now.” Yang Chen stood up, his hands clasped behind his back.
Being framed like this, there was little chance of proving his innocence, nor any way to investigate.
The most crucial point was the Dazzling Mind Bell. If this matter involved an elder in the inner sect of the Ming Emperor Sect, would that elder take out his anger on a small Spirit Martial Realm like him for the sake of the Dazzling Mind Bell?
At that time, would the City Lord’s Mansion protect him or not? His concern was not for himself, but for the people around him.
Would he have to wander and flee again?
Yang Chen’s expression was solemn, “Ming Yue, pack up.”
“Young Master, what are you going to do?” Gu Mingyue couldn’t help asking.
“I can’t stay in Liaocheng.” Yang Chen shook his head gently.
The second day, Yang Chen and Gu Mingyue went to find Jin Cheng together.
Seeing Yang Chen coming with Gu Mingyue, Jin Cheng was somewhat puzzled, “Brother Yang Chen, what’s the matter?”
“Jin Cheng, sit!” Yang Chen waved his hand, his tone heavy. Although Jin Cheng was confused, he still said, “Serve tea!”
The maid next to him obediently served the tea.
Looking at Yang Chen’s expression, Jin Cheng’s smile was bitter, “Brother Yang Chen, you don’t need to take yesterday’s matter to heart. My father has taken full responsibility for this matter and will certainly clear your name. Even if the
Ming Emperor Sect can’t give you justice, they can’t just snatch people from under my father’s hand!”
“Brother Jin Cheng, there is no need to go this far for me.” Yang Chen took a deep breath, “I intend to leave Liaocheng.”
“No, this…” Jin Cheng’s eyes widened, “Brother Yang Chen, what do you mean?
Yang Chen said helplessly, “I was framed, and I can’t admit to that. But even so, what can I do now? I cannot let you and the City Lord’s Mansion get involved.”
“How can this be considered getting involved?” Jin Cheng refused, “My father is already investigating this matter, and there must be results.”
“There is no evidence to confront the dead, how could there be any results?” Yang Chen said.
“I don’t believe that the Ming Emperor Sect, without any solid evidence, can do anything to you. My City Lord’s Mansion is not vegetarian!” Jin Cheng shouted, his eyes firm. Jin Cheng had always valued his few friends and would always support them to the end!
It was precisely because Yang Chen saw Jin Cheng’s perseverance that he did not want to involve him any further.
He sighed, “Brother Jin Cheng, you’re oversimplifying things. Indeed, there is no direct evidence of my involvement in Liu Taixing’s murder. But when the time comes for the Ming Emperor Sect to investigate and find no results, isn’t it normal for them to vent their anger on me? They don’t mind weakening the City Lord’s Mansion’s power for this! When that time comes, will the City Lord’s Mansion protect me or not?”
“Of course! Since you are my brother, I must protect you! ” Jin Cheng said without hesitation.
“But can Brother Jin Cheng protect me for a lifetime?” Yang Chen asked.
Jin Cheng heard this and his voice came to a halt.
Yes, could he protect Yang Chen for a lifetime?
At this thought, Jin Cheng clenched his fists and slammed the table with force,
“Damn it, my heart is filled with hatred!”