Qiao Linger's worries, Zhan Yuefeng comes out of the mountain

After discussing matters related to Shen Ziyuan, Shen Fan noticed that Qiao Linger looked dispirited and quite melancholic.

Just then, Shen Ziyuan leaned closer to Shen Fan and whispered, "Sister Ling'er has been very down lately; her adoptive parents have passed away peacefully.

Furthermore, a month ago, the Blood Refinement Sect attacked the Lingjian Sect, and the Lingjian Sect suffered heavy losses.

However, during the battle, a Disciple of the Blood Refinement Sect self-detonated and successfully killed Pei Xingye, the Saint of the Lingjian Sect.

And that person was none other than Qiao Xiao, Sister Ling'er's younger brother!"

Hearing this, Shen Fan's heart tightened, and he blurted out, "Qiao Xiao killed Pei Xingye?"

Shen Ziyuan glanced furtively at Qiao Linger as she continued, "Yes! So now, the Lingjian Sect is specifically retaliating against the Blood Refinement Sect, beating them back repeatedly and making them scurry around like rats.

Especially the Blood Refinement Sect's true Saint, that guy named Pei Xinglan, he's like a mad dog; whenever he sees someone Cultivating blood techniques, he mercilessly slaughters them!"

At the mention of Pei Xinglan, Third Brother Su Jian unconsciously looked up.

Because Third Brother Su Jian was all too familiar with this person.

During the Four Sects Tournament, Third Brother Su Jian encountered him in his very first match and was eliminated in the first round by that guy.

It was said that this Pei Xinglan was Pei Xingye's older brother, a chess piece meticulously hidden by the Lingjian Sect, kept in seclusion for twenty years, all to win the Four Sects Tournament in one fell swoop.

Now that his brother Pei Xingye had been killed, Pei Xinglan, as the older brother, was naturally furious to the extreme.

Seeing this, Shen Fan quickly stepped forward to comfort Qiao Linger: "For a Mortal to pass away peacefully in old age, that is already the most beautiful ending. So, please don't grieve over the passing of your aunt and uncle!"

Qiao Linger's eyes reddened, and she choked out, "But they raised me, and they were truly wonderful people!"

Shen Fan continued to console her, "All things in the world have Reincarnation. They were kind and good people, so they will surely live happily in their next life. You don't need to worry about it!"

Shen Fan paused, then continued, "As for your brother, being able to kill Pei Xingye was his greatest wish in this life. For him to achieve that wish at the cost of his own life, he died a worthy death and can rest in peace. So, their departures were both filled with Perfection and happiness, do you understand?"

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After Shen Fan's patient persuasion, Qiao Linger slowly recovered from her sorrow.

Just then, Wind Dao Ling returned from outside, bringing unsettling news.

"Your good days are over!" Wind Dao Ling said.

Upon hearing this, everyone immediately showed concern and eagerly asked, "Revered Master, has something happened?"

"It's nothing major, it's just that the Tianxuan Sect has been very busy lately, so they require you all to participate in the Sect's construction."

Wind Dao Ling explained, "Actually, this isn't a bad thing; for you, it's a rare form of tempering!"

"Ah? So we can't quietly Cultivate here anymore?" Shen Fan said with a reluctant expression.

"Only by constantly growing in battle can one better withstand future storms. I have no objection to this!" Shen Duanshan, however, looked eager to try.

"I also think this is good. At the very least, if we go out on missions together, we can practice coordinating with each other. The path of Cultivation is long and difficult, full of dangers everywhere. Only by fighting better and cooperating better can we go further!" Third Brother Su Jian echoed.

Shen Ziyuan, however, looked worried and said, "But I'm only at the Qi Refining Stage Late Phase right now. Won't I hold everyone back if I go out with you?"

Wind Dao Ling comforted her, "That's not necessarily true. Your lightning techniques are incredibly powerful. With your current Cultivation, even a Cultivator at Qi Refinement Stage Perfection would have to retreat three steps upon seeing them!"

While everyone was chatting animatedly, a Disciple, panting, climbed up the mountain.

Because Zhan Yue Peak has a special Formation that prohibits flying, the Disciples who come here can only painstakingly climb up the mountain, which is truly difficult for them.

"Disciple greets Elder Feng!"

This Disciple was probably visiting Zhan Yue Peak for the first time. After climbing the mountain, his eyes curiously scanned his surroundings.

"Is something wrong?" Wind Dao Ling asked.

"A large number of Yao Beasts have appeared at the Bone Mine. The Grand Elder has instructed us to request support from Zhan Yue Peak. All support missions will be rewarded according to Sect regulations!" the Disciple said.

Wind Dao Ling spread his hands helplessly: "Well! I just left, and that old fellow Liu Qingfeng is already putting you to work!"

"It's fine. We've been at Zhan Yue Peak for so long, it's about time to go out and stretch our muscles!" Shen Duanshan said excitedly.

Wind Dao Ling immediately warned them sternly, "Remember, when performing team missions, everything must prioritize our own people. Do not form teams with others without authorization.

When accepting missions, you must act within your capabilities. If you feel you can't do it, don't force yourself or try to be a hero.

You haven't been out much, so you're definitely not as cunning as those old hands. Avoid getting taken advantage of!"

"Understood!" everyone replied in unison.

Afterward, Wind Dao Ling was still uneasy and said to Shen Fan, "You're a cunning kid, take good care of the others. Don't let others trick you, understand?"

Shen Fan gave a wry smile: "What do you mean I'm cunning? Why does 'cunning' sound like a derogatory term when it comes from your mouth, Revered Master?"

"I'm praising you, and you can't even tell!" Wind Dao Ling said.

"Then when you say others are cunning, is that also praise?" Shen Fan retorted.

"Scram!" Wind Dao Ling laughed and cursed.

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In the Mission Hall, the six individuals from Zhan Yue Peak appeared there for the first time.

Their appearance immediately caused a stir in the hall.

"Are they the Disciples from Zhan Yue Peak?"

"Why are there only six of them?"

"Zhan Yue Peak is truly special. They have so few Disciples, yet resources are prioritized for them. I wonder what their strength is like. Hopefully, they're not just for show!"

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Other Disciples of the Tianxuan Sect also had quite a few complaints about Zhan Yue Peak.

Ultimately, it was simply jealousy.

Because no matter what it was, Zhan Yue Peak always seemed to have priority.

Facing the taunts and discussions, the six directly chose to ignore them.

Shen Fan said indifferently, "Don't mind them. Just pick a random mission to deal with, it's not like we're really going to risk our lives for them!"

With that, Shen Fan came before the spiritual screen and began to carefully observe the missions displayed on it.

But as his gaze moved, Shen Fan's brows furrowed more and more tightly.

Because the missions on the spiritual screen were also indirectly revealing the current situation.

What Shen Fan hadn't expected was that the current situation was even more tense than it had been a few months ago.

On the spiritual screen, missions were densely packed and varied.

From ordinary material escorts and spiritual plant care to dangerous bone mine clearings and Yao Beast lair investigations, there was a wide array of mission types.

But Shen Fan keenly noticed that the number of high-risk, high-reward missions had significantly increased, and their indicated urgency had also greatly risen.

This undoubtedly signaled that undercurrents were surging around the Tianxuan Sect, and the situation was becoming increasingly grim.