The Sealed News, Leaving a Letter

Xiao Yan stared intently into Hai Lao Er's eyes, and an aura of pressure emanated from him, causing Hai Lao Er to break out in a cold sweat.

Hai Lao Er smiled bitterly to himself.

We've run into a tough opponent.

His voice trembled as he said, "Senior... this isn't the place to talk."

Can you come with me to this place?

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan did not hesitate at all.

Out of the corner of my eye, I noticed the crowd of people around me with their ears perked up, and I knew this wasn't the place to talk.

He said coldly, "Lead the way."

As far as he knew, the strongest person in the Qing Kingdom was a Golden Core Peak cultivator.

After refining the Seven-leaf Soul Returning Grass, Elder Dan was able to unleash strength comparable to that of Late Golden Core.

Even if you can't win, running away isn't a problem.

Moreover, he really didn't believe that Hai Lao Er was actually backed by a Golden Core cultivator.

Hearing this, Hai Lao Er breathed a sigh of relief.

He led Xiao Yan to a deserted alley.

This matter involves the Golden Core sect, the Purple Cloud Sect, so we can't be too careful.

It is indeed true that the Wuhe County was exterminated through Blood Sacrifice by Evil Cultivator four years ago.

Little Village was the only exception.

Later, after an investigation by the Qing Kingdom's Demon Extermination Division, it was discovered that the people who killed the entire Little Village were Purple Cloud Sect Disciple.

The Qing Kingdom 'Qing Kingdom Imperial Family naturally refused to allow the unprovoked slaughter of its people.

They immediately sent people to the Purple Cloud Sect to demand an explanation.

The reason why Qing Kingdom dared to do this was naturally because it was stronger than Purple Cloud Sect, and its purpose was not really for Little Village.

After all, Little Village only had a few hundred ordinary people, so how could it possibly catch the eye of those high-ranking officials?

The reason for this was to take the opportunity to give the Purple Cloud Sect a warning.

After all, during that period, the Purple Cloud Sect Disciple were far too arrogant in the Qing Kingdom.

This caused widespread panic throughout most of the Qing Kingdom.

The Purple Cloud Sect was also aware that if this matter escalated, it would be detrimental to the sect's reputation.

For sects, their reputation is of paramount importance.

No one wants to entrust their outstanding juniors to a notorious sect.

The only option is to pay up and swallow this bitter pill.

After obtaining what they wanted, the Qing Kingdom's leadership also suppressed the news, attributing the destruction of Little Village to Evil Cultivators.

As for how Hai Lao Er knew that...

Naturally, it's because his brother is a member of the Demon Extermination Division.

Otherwise, they wouldn't dare to openly collect protection money on this street of Rogue Cultivators, lest they be beaten to death.

In the alley, Hai Lao Er looked at Xiao Yan with a complicated expression and said:

"Senior, this matter concerns the reputation of the Golden Core sect. My advice is that if you don't have a close relationship with Little Village, it's best not to inquire about it."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan had a guess in his mind.

He said coldly, "Stop talking nonsense and speak!"

So what if it's a Golden Core sect? He's not afraid of them now. Besides, he's only responsible for investigating this matter thoroughly. If anyone really wants to take action, it will be the Zhang Family.

Hai Lao Er swallowed hard and sighed:

"I can tell you, but you have to promise me you won't tell anyone else that I'm the one who told you this."

"Otherwise, even if you kill me, I won't tell."

Today, his brother has both a son and a daughter, and his career is on the rise. Even his own current carefree life is thanks to his brother.

If he were to cause trouble for his brother's family because of the Purple Cloud Sect, he might as well be dead now.

"Okay, go ahead and say it."

Hai Lao Er did not ask Xiao Yan to make any guarantees or oaths.

He knew that the weak had no voice.

Looking at Xiao Yan, he slowly said, "It was Zhao Wu and Hong Ming, Purple Cloud Sect Disciple, who destroyed Little Village."

It's likely that they're searching for the Earth Core Fire Crystal.

This news was kept secret by the Qing Kingdom, and only a small number of people knew about it.

The vast majority of people believe that Little Village was destroyed by Evil Cultivator.

The purpose was to preserve the reputation of the Purple Cloud Sect.

He wasn't lying.

Elder Dan's voice echoed in Xiao Yan's mind.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan withdrew his scrutinizing gaze from Huan Hai Lao Er.

He asked again:

Are there any survivors in Little Village?

After a moment of silence, Hai Lao Er met Xiao Yan's expectant gaze and said:

"Yes, as far as I know, when the people from the Demon Extermination Division arrived the next day, they found that two bodies had already been buried."

However, the people from the Demon Extermination Division didn't pay any attention to it.

After all, they are just mortals.

Hearing this, Xiao Yan breathed a sigh of relief.

If I'm not mistaken, that person should be Zhang Tiedan.

The two people buried were Li Lan and Zhang Qingqing.

Of course, this is just speculation; we still need to go to Little Village to confirm.

"Take out the map I just bought," I said, "And mark the original locations of Wuhe County and Little Village on this map. Then you can go."

Upon hearing this, Hai Lao Er immediately circled off the two locations.

Having done all this, Xiao Yan patted Hai Lao Er on the shoulder and said, "Don't worry, whatever happens in the future, it has nothing to do with you."

The premise is that you don't say anything, and even more importantly, you don't get involved.

Otherwise, you will bear the consequences.

After saying that, Xiao Yan's figure disappeared into the alley, concealing his whereabouts as he flew towards Little Village.

Watching Xiao Yan's departing figure, Hai Lao Er looked up at the azure sky.

A bitter smile appeared on his face.

I think I've gotten myself into big trouble.

That's really unlucky.

The young man showed no fear when he heard the name Purple Cloud Sect, which indicates that his background is quite formidable.

It seems to have a close relationship with Little Village; things might be about to change in the Qing Kingdom.

Should I tell my brother about this?

My brother is only at the Foundation Establishment Middle Stage. Although he is quite strong, he is just a slightly larger ant when it comes to the Purple Cloud Sect and the overall situation of the Qing Kingdom.

Never mind.

This matter must be kept to myself.

After gathering his thoughts, Hai Lao Er exhaled a breath of stale air, walked out of the alley, and returned to his stall.

After traveling for several hours, Xiao Yan arrived safely at the old site of Little Village.

Because of its remote location, this place was not rebuilt, and over the years, the collapsed houses have been covered with grass and flowers.

Swaying gently in the breeze.

Amidst the desolation and ruin, a hint of vibrant life emerges.

Xiao Yan walked into the ruins, his Divine Sense spreading wide, covering an area of several miles.

No movement or disturbance can escape his keen eyes.

In a short while, they found the small wooden house that Zhang Xuanchen had mentioned, as well as the two tombstones that Hai Lao Er had mentioned.

In a flash, he arrived in front of the two nearest tombstones.

Two names are engraved in the lower right corner of the dusty wooden tombstone.

It was Li Lan and Zhang Qingqing.

It seems the small wooden cabin built halfway up the mountain saved Zhang Tiedan's life.

Xiao Yan sighed inwardly, and the next moment his figure appeared in the small wooden house.

Looking at the messy state of the cabin, Xiao Yan frowned.

It seems someone has already been here.

He couldn't help but ask, "Master, what should we do next?"

Should we search for Zhang Tiedan's whereabouts, or head to the Xiao Clan?

Upon hearing Xiao Yan's question, Elder Dan appeared in the wooden house. After pondering for a moment, he said:

"Let's go to the Xiao Clan. Once this matter is settled, we'll head to that ancient cave abode."

He wrote down the information he got from Hai Lao Er on a piece of paper and placed it under the stone slab by his bedside.

When Xuan Chen or someone from the Zhang Family arrives, they will naturally notice.

Now that you have broken through to the Foundation Establishment and possess the Profound Earth Vein Profound Sun Fire, the Evil Spirits within the cave abode cannot harm you.

"It's time to finally visit the cave abode, which has been delayed for two and a half years."

Hearing his master's words, Xiao Yan nodded.

We really can't delay any longer.

Although the cave abode was hidden, the fact that he was able to find it proved that others could also find it.

We really can't delay any longer.

He may have the key to open the ruins, but what if there's more than one?

Write down the information you have received on a piece of paper, put it in a porcelain bottle, and place it in the groove under the bedside table.

Then it disappeared into the cabin.