Framed and Slandered

"Thank you, Lord Mu. It's a shame our Sect Master's whereabouts are currently unknown!"

Elder Wanhua shook her head with great helplessness.

Chen Guan was very confused as Mu Yuan remained silent.

After all, Mu Yuan had previously said that the Phoenix Perch Sect Master had been rescued by people from the Demon Suppressing Division.

He didn't understand why Mu Yuan wasn't informing the Phoenix Perch Sect members now.

"It's alright. I believe your Sect Master is blessed by heaven and will be fine!"

Mu Yuan said with a slight smile.

Elder Wanhua nodded, bowed deeply, and then left with the Phoenix Perch Sect disciples.

Seeing Chen Guan's hesitant expression, Mu Yuan slowly spoke, "This was personally instructed by the Phoenix Perch Sect Master. He is currently severely injured and may not be able to return to his previous realm. He hasn't decided if he wants to return to the Phoenix Perch Sect yet!"

These words made Chen Guan suddenly understand.

To be a sect master and now be in such a state, no one could accept it easily.

After they left the Blazing Flame Sect, Mu Yuan instructed the Demon Suppressing Division to burn the entire place to the ground.

Then, they returned to the city.

For the next few days, Mu Yuan didn't assign any missions to Chen Guan, so he idly resided in the city.

During these days, he tried to cultivate using the method Mu Yuan had taught him.

However, there was no improvement at all.

It seemed he could only rely on the system to improve his realm. The cultivation methods of this world had no effect on him.

Three days later, he planned to head to Tushan to see if he could find more demons to slay.

But then he heard news from Mu Yuan.

The new County Lieutenant of Qingshi County, sent by the court, had arrived!

"Chen Guan, come with me to meet this new official!"

Mu Yuan took Chen Guan directly to the county office.

They saw a very young man sitting in the County Lieutenant's seat, wearing official robes and looking curiously at his surroundings.

"Lord Mu, I've heard much about you! If not for your presence here, Qingshi County would likely have already fallen into the hands of these demons!"

The official quickly stood up and cupped his fists as they entered.

Mu Yuan nodded with satisfaction, "Lord Sun Yuan, I had already received the news beforehand. Please convey my regards to the County King for me!"

Sun Yuan quickly nodded in agreement.

During this period, Qingshi County had no official, so the backlog of affairs was as high as a mountain.

Seeing this, Mu Yuan and Chen Guan did not disturb him and turned to leave the county office.

"Lord Mu, who is this County King?"

Chen Guan asked after they walked out of the county office.

Mu Yuan rubbed his chin and explained, "This County King is the current Emperor's brother, though much younger than the Emperor. He is gentle and refined, and very charitable. His reputation among the common people is excellent!"

Chen Guan nodded at this, not asking further questions.

Back in his room, Chen Guan couldn't shake the feeling that something was off about Sun Yuan.

Although this person was young, if he were truly an official appointed by the court, he should have inquired about what Li Tong had done in the city previously. Yet, he hadn't asked anything at all.

It was as if he already knew everything that had happened.

But without any concrete evidence, Chen Guan could only put the matter aside for now!

Sleepless night.

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The next morning.

As soon as Chen Guan woke up, he received news.

Sun Yuan, along with the soldiers he brought, was preparing to raid the Qin family's home.

And Qin Yanran, for the sake of the Qin family's interests, was currently at the entrance resisting Sun Yuan head-on.

This news made Chen Guan rush over.

"Miss Qin, the evidence is conclusive. What else do you have to say? The entire city knows that the Qin family colluded with demons. Do you still intend to deny it?"

As soon as Chen Guan arrived, he heard Sun Yuan's icy voice.

Qin Yanran bit her lower lip, "Lord Sun, the one who colluded with demons was the previous head of the Qin family, and he died tragically long ago. The current Qin family has absolutely no dealings with demons!"

"You don't get to decide this! Let me enter and conduct a thorough search. If I'm wronging you, I'll naturally apologize!"

Sun Yuan shook his head, not believing her words at all. He then prepared to charge into the Qin Family with his officers.

Chen Guan wanted to step forward to help but was stopped by Mu Yuan beside him.

"Lord Mu, the Qin Family is currently abiding by the law. Why aren't you stopping this Sun Yuan?"

Indeed, the unease Chen Guan felt yesterday had manifested!

However, he was still very confused about Mu Yuan's obstruction!

"No rush! Sun Yuan is someone sent by the Prince. If we stop him, it's equivalent to making an enemy of the Prince! And the Qin Family has nothing to hide, so they shouldn't fear his search!"

Mu Yuan's words made Chen Guan frown deeply.

Qin Yanran would definitely not collude with Yao.

But if Sun Yuan deliberately framed Qin Yanran, it wasn't impossible.

After Sun Yuan's search, what Chen Guan had worried about previously had now become a reality.

He walked out of the Qin Family holding a golden pill. The pill was thumb-sized and emitted a strong demonic aura.

"Miss Qin, I've seen this kind of pill before. It's made from demonic energy and is a great tonic for Yao. What else do you have to say?"

Sun Yuan held the pill and looked coldly at Qin Yanran.

This scene made Qin Yanran's face turn as pale as paper! She never imagined that someone in the Qin Family would secretly hoard such an item!

"This is impossible! Someone must have framed my Qin Family! Since I took charge of the Qin Family, I have never colluded with Yao!"

Qin Yanran spoke righteously.

However, Sun Yuan sneered and shook his head, "The evidence is conclusive now, and you still dare to spout nonsense in front of me! Guards, take her back and keep her under strict watch. Don't let her escape!"

At his command.

The surrounding officers immediately rushed forward and apprehended Qin Yanran.

Seeing this, Chen Guan prepared to step forward to help.

"Chen Guan, you should think carefully. If you attack Sun Yuan, you'll be going against the Prince! Do you think you have the ability to do that?"

Mu Yuan's voice drifted into his ears.

However, Chen Guan shook his head firmly, "Lord Mu, I only seek a clear conscience in my actions!"

These words made Mu Yuan nod in satisfaction, and he no longer stopped him.

"Wait, stop!"

Chen Guan strode forward to stop the officers from taking Qin Yanran away.

Seeing this, Sun Yuan frowned, "So it's Officer Chen. This Qin Family is colluding with Yao, and the evidence is now conclusive. I hope Officer Chen won't interfere with my impartial enforcement of the law!"

Chen Guan could tell that Sun Yuan had come with a mission.

And the first task was to ensure Qin Yanran died in prison.

The Qin Family's assets would undoubtedly be confiscated.

"Lord Sun, such a major matter needs to be investigated thoroughly. How can it be judged so hastily?"

Chen Guan remained in his position and instead began to persuade him.

If Sun Yuan insisted on being stubborn, he wouldn't mind directly intervening to save Qin Yanran.