Chapter 809: Unease Within Xuanyun Sect

Chapter 809: Unease Within Xuanyun Sect

At this moment, inside Xuanyun Sect.

The matter of the Demon Star was causing a huge uproar. Many Demon Disciples had gained opportunities from the Demon Star, but many also lost their lives because of it.

This is quite normal; every time a celestial star falls, a large group rushes in, resulting in a scramble, a clash between righteous and demonic forces, leading to numerous casualties and rivers of blood flowing.

It’s a high-risk, high-reward scenario.

So, while a natural disaster unfolds, it also incites man-made calamities.

Within Xuanyun Sect, the biggest incident revolves around Liu Shuqin and Lin Nuo.

Both are promising young disciples of Xuanyun Sect. However, after Zhang Yuanxu’s remarks, they’ve been tarnished in reputation.

He wasn’t entirely wrong though—Liu Shuqin has indeed succumbed to darkness, and Lin Nuo isn’t exactly innocent either. He didn’t even go all out with his accusations; he merely suggested Lin Nuo was an accomplice.

Accomplice? No, he’s actually the big boss pulling strings from behind!

Yet, Zhang Yuanxu stirred the pot, trying to divert attention from himself and onto Liu Shuqin. Liu Shuqin is hiding a Demon Spirit, while Lin Nuo was merely aiding her to avoid danger.

Besides, it’s true that Liu Shuqin has fallen into darkness. In time, everyone will see it, and once one is entangled in demonic influence, it’s tough to break free—impossible in a short time.

Of course, even with Zhang’s incitement, some still believe in their innocence. Take Han Fairy’s little sweetheart, Su Kexin, for example.

Su Kexin didn’t believe it; unless she witnessed it with her own eyes, she wouldn’t be swayed.

Qin Shili, however, was convinced that Liu Shuqin had indeed gone dark since she had seen it for herself. Regarding Liu Shuqin concealing a Demon Spirit, she shrugged it off as mere noise.

The various sects had ventured to Ningzhou Peak to clean up the mess of the Demon Star. With the demon disciples and demon beasts being too fierce, and the common people having been led away by Liu Shuqin, the upper echelons of the sects ordered their disciples to retreat and not clash directly with the demons. They were to wait for the right opportunity to engage in battle.

But the situation escalated; the appearance of the Demon Star genuinely bolstered the demonic path.

Now, back at Xuanyun Sect.

The immortals from Zifeng Valley had also come to speak with Master Zhao regarding the Demon Star.

The immortals learned about Liu Shuqin’s fall and Lin Nuo’s involvement, and they were quite regretful about it.

After all, these two were the glimmers of the future, and to reach this point was indeed shocking.

Typically, the immortals from Zifeng Valley would bring Ruo’er along, and she had also gotten wind of the whole thing.

“Senior Sister Shuqin couldn’t have fallen into darkness! Young Master wouldn’t be an accomplice. He must be helping her—there’s a misunderstanding about Young Master!” Ruo’er defended Lin Nuo fervently, believing with all her heart that her young master was just and would never do such things.

And Liu Shuqin, being kind and righteous, couldn’t possibly fall into darkness.

However, it was coming from the respected Zhang Yuanxu, and the truth of it was yet to be determined.

Currently, opinions were split: some firmly believed that Liu Shuqin was involved with the demonic path, while others thought they were merely misunderstood, likely sheltered by unfortunate circumstances. Regardless of the outcome, this division represented an unstable military spirit within Xuanyun Sect, and anxiety ran rampant.

“Ruo’er, stop speaking carelessly and follow me.”

Dong Xiyan quickly took Ruo’er away, knowing she was still a little girl and might not handle the news well, leading to an emotional outburst.

At this moment, no one knew the real situation; defending themselves was futile and might even spark further conflict.

“Dong Fairy, they’re slandering Young Master…”

“Ruo’er, we don’t know the truth of the situation, so let’s refrain from talking too much. Although I believe in Lin Nuo, he surely has his own reasons. After all, someone who can save Zifeng Valley must possess extraordinary qualities. It’s proven to be true. The innocent will eventually clear their name; one day, everyone will know the truth about him.”

Dong Xiyan was comforting Ruo’er, understanding her feelings. But now was not the time for mere words to sway others; everything needed time to unfold.

“Wahhh! But they’re being so unfair! Young Master has done so much! Just because of some unconfirmed rumor, they deny all he’s done… How could Xuanyun Sect act like this…”

Tears streamed down Ruo’er’s face as she cried, her cheeks stained from her sobs.

“This situation is just as it is; you’re still young and don’t understand now, but you will. It’s like a chess game; one wrong move leads to catastrophe. Moreover, people view the demonic path as a great enemy and will naturally take it seriously. It’ll be okay.”

Dong Xiyan held Ruo’er tightly, patting her back and stroking her hair, as if comforting a little sister.

“Then, how can I see Young Master? He can’t return to Xuanyun Sect anymore…”

The more Ruo’er thought, the more sorrowful she became. In this vast world, amidst countless people, how could she ever find her young master?

“Don’t worry; I can tell Lin Nuo won’t give up on you. He will definitely come to find you. For now, stop thinking about it and focus on your cultivation,”

Dong Xiyan continued, though her reassurances couldn’t entirely calm Ruo’er’s heart.

Indeed, how could she remain calm? She had no idea where her young master had gone.

The biggest casualty in all this was undoubtedly Han Fairy. After all, both Liu Shuqin and Lin Nuo were her disciples, and now this chaos had erupted.

Master Cong, who had always had a vendetta against Han Fairy, was surely seizing this opportunity to stir the pot further while the esteemed teachers debated:

“Han Fairy, with the occurrences involving Lin Nuo and Liu Shuqin, there must have been some signs beforehand. As their master, didn’t you notice anything amiss? Or were you aware of it and chose to conceal the truth?”

“They showed no signs, and I did not conceal anything; this matter sprang up suddenly and I don’t know the reason. Moreover, they haven’t harmed the innocent.”

“Not harming the innocent is just temporary. Now that they’re entangled with the demonic path, who knows what the future holds? Xuanyun Sect has repeatedly warned disciples against touching the demonic path. With both of your disciples getting involved, doesn’t that mean you’ve failed in your duties?”

Master Cong continued to poke and prod, and Master Zhao quickly interjected:

“Enough, you two! There’s no need to argue further; their whereabouts are still unknown, and we won’t know the truth until we find them. With the Demon Star out, the demonic path is on the rise. We must be united against the common enemy and not bicker internally.”

Now the situation had reached a stalemate. Master Zhao was finding it tough to manage, doing his best to maintain internal peace.

Ruo’er remained temporarily at Tianling Mountain, occasionally visiting the cliff’s edge, still hoping Lin Nuo would come soaring back on his sword.

It was truly a folly to think that. Even if Lin Nuo were to return to Tianling Mountain, he would have to climb his way back.

At this moment, a faint breeze stirred the grass, accompanied by footsteps.

The silver-haired little loli turned and saw a silver-haired maiden approaching delicately.

At this point, she held no favorable impression of Xuanyun Sect and wouldn’t grace the maiden with a kind expression.