With someone from the General's Mansion at his door, Wan Quan knew he would suffer if he failed to offer any valuable leads.
After hearing Wan Quan out, Yuan Cheng immediately furrowed his brow.
According to his and Lü Suhu's deductions, what had happened to the Thousand Blades Gang had to be connected to the new head, Lu Mian.
But after what Wan Quan had said, could it really have been a coincidence?
If Lu Mian truly wasn't responsible, the implications were undoubtedly even more serious.
That would mean a third faction had become involved.
"Wan Quan, are you sure Lu Mian wasn't lying to you?"
Yuan Cheng sought confirmation once more.
"Lord Yuan, to tell you the truth..."
"At the time, I was afraid I'd been exposed, so I went to test Lu Mian's reaction. That's why I watched his expressions and movements so closely."
"I'm certain it must be true. It was all just a coincidence."
Wan Quan spoke earnestly.
Yet hearing Wan Quan sound so certain only deepened Yuan Cheng's frown.
Had a third faction really become involved without them noticing?
"Do you have any other leads?"
Yuan Cheng asked again.
"No... since Lu Mian became the head, he hasn't really managed the affairs of the grounds. He leaves everything to us elders."
"He usually stays in his courtyard cultivating and rarely shows himself."
Wan Quan shook his head.
"Hmm... I see..."
"Keep a closer eye on Lu Mian's movements from now on..."
Yuan Cheng instructed him.
Whether or not there was a third faction, they would move against the Sunflame Daoist Grounds sooner or later, so they had to keep watch.
Wan Quan was undoubtedly the best man for the job.
"Rest assured, Lord Yuan."
"I'll watch Lu Mian like a hawk."
Wan Quan spoke gravely.