Pan Peaches?!
Li Yan's heart jolted at the words.
He had secretly infiltrated the capital to sabotage Jianmu Demon Man Zhao Qingxu's plans ahead of time. But the other party's identity was shrouded in secrecy, and his only clue was the "Pan Peach Gathering."
Li Yan had no idea what kind of organization it was.
He had approached Prince Ying's Estate precisely to investigate this matter.
He had never expected to find an answer here.
He had a premonition that the two were deeply connected!
Although he was anxious inside, Li Yan wore a trace of mockery on his face. "Daoist friend, you must be joking. This thing is nothing more than a myth and legend, most likely fabricated by people. You intend to use something so ethereal as payment—do you take me for a fool?"
"Young Hero Li, don't be so hasty."
Hu Yuanyuan's face was full of sincerity. "This matter does sound absurd, but if I had no certainty, how would I dare bring it up to you? Listen to the cause and effect first. I'm sure you can judge for yourself."
"Oh? Then let me hear it..."
Li Yan rejoiced inwardly, yet put on an indifferent expression.
Hu Yuanyuan said solemnly, "I learned of this by chance."
"Before my master passed on to bliss, he didn't give me the position of Branch Master in the capital. Instead, he passed it to my senior brother. He was skilled at biding his time, handled matters flawlessly, and was better suited to the position."
"But the world is simply full of twists and turns. Before a year had passed, he was afflicted with a severe illness. He sought out a famous Xuan Gate physician, who used drastic measures to treat him. Although he was barely cured, his foundation was badly