Mysterious Constancy Island, the Chang Household Estate.
This sprawling residence had been painstakingly rebuilt over half a year after being burned down by Qing Chen's demon fire.
At that moment, Chang Silang, head of the Chang Household, sat in the estate's main hall, awaiting the arrival of Qing Chen's Special Envoy, Deng Ziyue.
Deng Ziyue entered the hall with steady strides.
The mercenary-looking minor Outer Sect figure of old, somewhat obsequious and gradually losing his vigor, was gone.
Now that he had latched onto Qing Chen's powerful backing, he wore the robes of a Condensed Jade Sect manager and held the Inspector Command Token, cutting an imposing figure.
Thus, Deng Ziyue was deeply grateful to Qing Chen for recognizing his worth and helping him rise.
At the sight of him, Chang Silang smiled.
It stood in stark contrast to his previous disregard for Deng Ziyue.
Now that Chang Silang needed something from Qing Chen, he treated Deng Ziyue with the utmost courtesy.
"Special Envoy Deng, your arrival at our Chang Household with Qing Patrol Envoy's Command Token truly brings radiance to our humble abode!" Chang Silang said, cupping his hands.
Deng Ziyue smiled faintly and returned the salute.
"You are too kind, Household Head Chang. I have come on Lord Qing's orders to attend to some important matters."
The two took their seats as host and guest, and Chang Silang came straight to the point.
"Special Envoy Deng, has your lord given any instructions regarding that matter?"
Deng Ziyue took a light sip of fragrant tea and said slowly, "Household Head Chang, my lord attaches considerable importance to this case.
"He feels there are many suspicious points that require further scrutiny. However, such an investigation takes time and effort. It is no ordinary undertaking."
Chang Silang's heart tightened at his