Yuan Feng wanted to stop Lin Zhetian from going, after all, Lin Zhetian was a genius in Shu Mountain. If he survived, although he might not surpass Ye Xunhuan, he could still add another expert to Shu Mountain.

Therefore, he wanted Lin Zhetian to stay here and let him live.

But everyone has their own thoughts and fate. Although he is an elder, he didn't want to overly interfere, leaving everything to fate!

If Lin Zhetian insisted on going, then he wouldn't stop him, anyway, he had already informed Lin Zhetian that life and death were uncertain there!

If Lin Zhetian wasn't afraid of death or wanted to seek death, then he wouldn't stop him.

Feng Ya shared the same thoughts as Yuan Feng. Both did not overly stop Lin Zhetian, completely letting Lin Zhetian decide for himself. Anyway, they had said all that could and couldn't be said.

Lin Zhetian fell into silence, his face filled with a look of struggle.

At this moment, for Lin Zhetian, heaven was on the left and hell on the right. If he chose wrong, he might enter hell and never come out.

But if he were to give up, he found it hard to do so.

While Lin Zhetian was struggling with this, the Qijia and Dongfang families had already gathered for a discussion.

Unlike Shu Mountain and the protectors, they were not calm and composed. Instead, a chilly murderous intent filled them!

Qi Ruohai from the Qijia was killed, Qi Yizhou became a cripple, which was definitely a huge blow to the Qijia. Meanwhile, the Dongfang household found Wu Lanqin missing. The protectors said nothing, while the Qijia claimed Wu Lanqin was in Ye Xunhuan's hands.

This directly put the Dongfang family's sights on Ye Xunhuan.

After all, Wu Lanqin is the wife of the third house of the Dongfang family, virtually the person in charge. Her unknown fate now is a loud slap to the third house, even a disgrace to the entire Dongfang family.

The Qijia didn't mention where Dongfang Shu Fei was, purely out of personal interests.

If they informed the Dongfang family that Wu Lanqin was with Dongfang Shu Fei, the Dongfang family might not get involved, considering this was the Southeast Xiahao!

The Dongfang family knew about him, knowing he was a sleeping tiger best not to provoke.

But this whole situation practically started because of the Dongfang family. Otherwise, Qi Tiansheng wouldn't have died, nor Xuan Shuangzi.

Later, Qi Ruohai wouldn't have died, nor would Qi Yizhou be in such a miserable state. So how could they not drag the Dongfang family down with them?

The Dongfang family was entirely unaware of this and even brought Dongfang Shu Fei from Jiangzhong City to force Ye Xunhuan to hand over Wu Lanqin or find out about her life and death!

However, Ye Xunhuan knew nothing about the storm brewing in the Southeast, as he was currently staying at the Xiahao family.

At the Xiahao family!

Following Ye Xunhuan's suggestion, Qiu Ruoxi wore a purple scarf around her neck, which not only didn't detract from her beauty but added a unique charm.

Xiahao Yunting and Mu Shuyi were puzzled by Qiu Ruoxi's sudden scarf, but they didn't ask much. After all, young people today take unconventional paths; what seems unattractive to you may appear beautiful to them.

Moreover, as long as Qiu Ruoxi was well, they wouldn't mind how she dressed.

After breakfast and spending a little while at the Xiahao family, Mu Shuyi said to Qiu Ruoxi, "Ruoxi, since you and Xunhuan just arrived, take him out for a spin. You can go to the city, or Qingbi Mountain. Don't stay inside all the time. Young people need to go out and admire the beautiful landscapes!"

Xiahao Yunting nodded, "Yes, go and see, let Xunhuan get familiar with our Southeast!"

Saying this, Xiahao Yunting took out a bank card from his pocket and directly handed it to Qiu Ruoxi, "Take this card. Buy whatever you like. The password is your birthday!"

"Grandfather, I have my own money, I don't need yours!" Qiu Ruoxi didn't accept it and said plainly, "Save it for you and Grandma!"

Having been raised by Xiahao Yunting and Mu Shuyi, they understood Qiu Ruoxi's temperament and didn't insist after hearing her words!

"Alright then, we'll hold onto it for you, find us if you need it!"

Qiu Ruoxi nodded, "Okay!"

Afterwards, Qiu Ruoxi and Ye Xunhuan left the Xiahao family, but Xiahao Yunting seemed worried that Qiu Ruoxi might be bullied and insisted Uncle Zhong drive them out.

With no choice, Qiu Ruoxi agreed.

Uncle Zhong was quite talkative, and Ye Xunhuan noticed this upon first arriving at the Xiahao family. On the way, Uncle Zhong chatted happily with Ye Xunhuan and Qiu Ruoxi, creating a very harmonious atmosphere.

Since Qiu Ruoxi mentioned going to Qingbi Mountain, Uncle Zhong drove them to Qingbi Mountain.

However, after arriving at Qingbi Mountain, Uncle Zhong didn't follow Ye Xunhuan and Qiu Ruoxi.

He knew it was better not to follow, allowing Ye Xunhuan and Qiu Ruoxi to explore. After all, they were a young couple, what would his presence mean?

So Uncle Zhong wisely waited at the foot of Qingbi Mountain for Qiu Ruoxi and Ye Xunhuan to enjoy themselves!

For this, Ye Xunhuan and Qiu Ruoxi said nothing, though Ye Xunhuan found Uncle Zhong really sensible!

One wonders how Uncle Zhong would feel if he knew Ye Xunhuan's thoughts.

Qingbi Mountain is a scenic landmark in the Southeast, not very high in elevation but with scenic beauty, perfectly blue skies and white clouds.

Qingbi Mountain has eight scenic spots, the most famous being the temple on a cliff!

Truly a temple on a cliff, as it's similar to the famous Hanging Temple, located at the edge of a precipice. Gazing out, the surrounding scenery is fully visible, though it's terrifying, and those afraid of heights or faint of heart might not dare climb up.

Qiu Ruoxi and Ye Xunhuan, after walking along, found that Qingbi Mountain had many porters and quite a few vendors, offering everything, with hustling sounds occasionally heard, making the surrounding atmosphere quite lively.

Because the temple on Qingbi Mountain is the most famous spot, Qiu Ruoxi brought Ye Xunhuan there.

After arriving, Ye Xunhuan couldn't help but marvel at the ancient people's wisdom and capability, managing to build a temple at the edge of a cliff!

Inside the temple were dozens of copper, iron, stone, and clay Buddha statues, with corridors on either side curving intricately, blending solid and void.

The entire temple is a wooden-framed structure, embedded in steep cliffs with beams inserted, connected by plank walkways between pavilions, backed by steep cliffs, and overlooking deep valleys. Though not large, the temple is exquisitely crafted and seems quite grand!

"I really didn't expect there to be such a temple on Qingbi Mountain, it's magnificent!" Ye Xunhuan exclaimed.

"More than just magnificent, a tour around and you'll find it's like a Hanging Temple!"

A sudden voice sounded immediately.

The next moment, Ye Xunhuan and Qiu Ruoxi looked in the direction of the voice.

Suddenly, they saw an elderly Taoist with a topknot, wearing a Taoist robe, and holding a horsetail whisk appearing before them.

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