Upheaval in the Huang Household, a Plea of Gratitude and Loyalty; a Water-Method Pill Refining Legacy Falls Straight into His Hands

"Dove Occupies the Magpie’s Nest, Treasure Brings Calamity----"

Lin Changheng mulled over those words. Coupled with the old man's grief and indignation, and his mention of "imprisonment," they already sketched a picture of upheaval within a lineage, struggles for power, and ruthless seizure of others' possessions.

Still, the details needed confirming.

"Tell me in more detail."

Lin Changheng lightly waved his sleeve. A rich, gentle, yet irresistible surge of magical power flowed out silently, supporting the kneeling old man and lifting him to his feet without allowing any resistance. He indicated the seat opposite him. "Sit down and speak."

"Thank you, Senior Lin!"

Relief loosened the old man's heart. Knowing there might be a turning point, he hastily offered cautious thanks and perched on the edge of the stool, his bearing still respectful.

Lin Changheng continued enjoying the remaining spirit cuisine and fine wine on the table, his expression calm as he waited for the old man to begin.

The old man first explained that he had pieced this account together from what he knew, filling in the framework Elder Zeng had provided.

It might not be entirely correct, but it should be eighty or ninety percent accurate.

"Mm. Go on."

Lin Changheng nodded.

"Senior, this is how it happened. It began over twenty years ago."

The old man's eyes grew distant with recollection. "Back then, Elder Zeng frequently traveled far and wide, apparently making preparations to hunt a rare mountain and marsh spirit. But during that period, an upheaval suddenly occurred within the Huang Household. Of course, it was an upheaval from Elder Zeng's perspective-"

"Oh?"

Lin Changheng lowered his wine cup, his interest piqued.

The mention of Cook Zeng hunting a mountain and marsh spirit especially stirred something in his mind. It might have been connected to the