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"Hanged up? Hung up?"

Song Wu held his phone, his eyes wide, and looked at Song Tian.

He hadn't had a chance to ask more details yet.

Also, if it's true, how should he deliver the bounty to the other party?

One million points is indeed a considerable sum for the Song family, and even more so for ordinary people.

But the Song family wouldn't break their word for such short-term gains.

"Jiangnan District Martial Arts Association, Chen Fan?" Song Tian muttered to himself.

"Brother, do you think what this person is saying is true?"

Song Wu quickly asked.

If it's true, that would be great. As long as we catch this guy, all the problems will be solved.

But reason told him that things were probably not that simple; this phone call was suspicious in every way.

"It might be true, it might be false, who knows?"

Upon hearing this, Song Tian sighed.

"yes."

Song Wu nodded.

He also had many questions in his mind.

For example, if this news is true, why would the other party give up a reward of one million points? Just for a little bit of vanity?

We're all adults, not fools. What's the value of saving face? Unless, there's some unspeakable secret involved.

For example, this news is also fake. This person, like the others before, wants to use the Song family as a pawn. If it succeeds, it will be great news for them. If it fails, they will not suffer any loss. In his opinion, this is the most likely scenario.

However, this person is different from the previous ones; he genuinely knows some inside information.

The other party is very likely someone from within the Jiangnan District Martial Arts Association, and someone of considerable status.

If that's the case, he might be worried about being caught red-handed by his own people, which is why he's unwilling to reveal his true identity. After all, the reputation of betraying one's own people is indeed unpleasant, and if word gets out, not only the entire association but also the entire Yan Kingdom will despise him.

"Sigh, if only I could find out whether Shen Si was lying to me or not."

Song Wu frowned.

Before receiving that call, he didn't think much of it.

But after accepting the call, he felt increasingly uneasy. Although there was no substantial evidence, he felt deceived and treated like a monkey, being played around with.

He was so sincere back then; when he came back, he was still praising Shen Si's character to the people around him.

In the end, the clown was myself?

"good."

Song Tianshen agreed.

He had always felt that there was a possibility that Shen Si was lying, given the timing was too coincidental.

Of course, it's also possible that it was just a coincidence and they just missed the killer.

However, after hearing what the person on the phone said, the seed of doubt in his heart took root and sprouted completely.

Shen Si and that Chen Fan are both from the same martial arts association. If the murderer is that Chen Fan, then it is reasonable for Shen Si to protect him and choose to conceal the matter. If we are even bolder, what if the death of the third brother is also related to Shen Si?

He definitely won't tell, right?

Therefore, if there is evidence to prove that Shen Si is lying, then the truth will soon come to light.

"Brother, what do you think? Should I go to Jiangnan City again?"

Song Wu asked.

He had an urge to rush up to Shen Si and confront her.

Of course, he wasn't stupid; he knew that if he went to the other party now, he would probably get the same answer.

Therefore, if you want the other party to tell the truth, you probably have to use some underhanded methods, the most direct being to arrest them and torture them to extract a confession.

But just thinking about it makes it clear how difficult it is.

Shen Si himself is quite strong. Unless his elder brother takes action personally, it will be difficult to take him down quickly. The key is that if he stays in the Jiangnan City headquarters, they really can't do anything about him. After all, there are two Celestial Realm martial artists in charge of that headquarters. Even if the Song family's patriarch were to take action, it would probably be very difficult for him.

If they are alerted, the Song family will offend another powerful force. Most importantly, if it turns out that Shen Si was not lying, then all their efforts will have been in vain, and they might even have something to hide that falls into that person's hands.

"What are you planning to do?" Song Tian asked curiously.

"I plan to invite him out for a meal, tamper with the food, and then use soul-searching techniques to get the answer." Song Wu felt this was a good idea.

It's just a question; after it's asked, the other person won't remember what happened in between.

Of course, if this matter really is related to him...

Then the Song family will have to come knocking on their door to demand an explanation.

"You know the art of soul searching?"

Song Tian glanced at him in surprise.

"I don't know how, but someone in the family does," Song Wu said with a smile. "Once Shen Si falls into our trap, it won't be long before we figure out what's going on."

Song Tian nodded first, then shook his head and said, "It's difficult, very difficult. Think about it. If this matter is really related to Shen Si, then your going there yesterday was tantamount to stirring up trouble and increasing his vigilance. If you go there again, no matter what you say, he won't come out with you. Secondly, your behavior itself is very abnormal. Even if he has nothing to do with this matter, he probably still won't go out with you."

"It seems that's true."

Song Wu's head was as big as a bucket.

Is there really no other way?

A sudden inspiration flashed through Song Tian's mind.

Starting with Shen Si is risky and difficult, but that doesn't mean starting with others is also risky and difficult.

"Second brother, when Shen Si returned to Jiangnan City from the rainforest, was she alone?"

"Is it just one person? There must be more than one, right?"

"What do you mean by 'should'?" Song Tian said discontentedly. "It's either yes or no. Don't use 'should,' 'maybe,' or 'probably.'"

"no."

Song Wu quickly said, "I remember now. When someone saw Shen Si, there were several of them, but the person who saw her only knew Shen Si."

"Isn't this the solution?"

A smile appeared on Song Tian's lips.

Song Wu's body stiffened, and his pupils widened sharply. "What does Big Brother mean?"

"Take some time to find those few people, try them out, and see if you can find a breakthrough."

Imagine if Shen Si had seen what happened, then there would be no reason why the other people hadn't seen it either.

So wouldn't it be feasible to learn the truth from them?

"Brilliant, absolutely brilliant! Brother, you're amazing!"

Song Wu immediately put on a fawning smile and said, "That's right, we can't arrest and interrogate Shen Si; the risk is too high. But arresting one or two martial artists is no problem."

Even if someone guesses it, we can just deny it to the death. It's unlikely that the Jiangnan Martial Arts Association would turn against us because of this.

"Um."

Song Tian nodded, but he didn't show the same excitement as Song Wu.

Ultimately, this is just a clue, not necessarily the truth, and it carries some risks, so he continued:

"Also, have someone investigate this guy named Chen Fan. Find out who he is, what his movements have been these past few days, whether he's entered that rainforest, and who he's offended."

"Who have you offended?" Song Wu was taken aback, but quickly understood. "Big brother wants to find the person who called us just now?"

"Um."

Song Tian narrowed his eyes. "If what he said is true, and this man surnamed Chen is indeed the murderer of my third brother, then even if he escapes to the ends of the earth, my Song family will not let him go. The bounty will be delivered to the messenger. But if this man surnamed Chen has nothing to do with this matter, then I want to see who he really is."

After saying that, he snorted coldly.

When has he, the dignified head of the Song family, ever spoken to others in such a humble manner? Even if he has, it has been extremely rare.

"clear."

Song Wu nodded repeatedly, his face full of excitement.

Encountering difficulties is not scary; what is scary is having no direction.

With a clear direction, no matter how great the difficulties, the Song family's resources will eventually allow them to overcome them.

Meanwhile, at the Jiangnan District Martial Arts Association headquarters, Ling Yu hung up the phone, a smug smile playing on his lips.

I've already told the Song family about the real culprit's identity. They should know what to do next, right?

"Hmph, you surnamed Chen, if you had cooperated obediently from the beginning, none of this would have happened. Once I broke through to the Celestial Realm, you would have received your share of the benefits. But why are you so ungrateful?"

Ling Yu's eyes revealed a look of resentment and venom.

Not only did he kill his trusted confidant, but he also reported the matter to his master, causing him to be reprimanded.

He even threatened that he would come to headquarters one day to confront them face to face.

Face-to-face confrontation?

Ling Yu snorted coldly, "Do you think I'm afraid of you?"

However, now that such a good opportunity has come up, it would be a real shame to let it slip by.

"Hey Chen, I don't know how you killed the Song family, but it's most likely some kind of sneak attack or underhanded method. Fine, you can confront me if you want, but we'll see if you can get through this crisis."

Thinking of this, Ling Yu hummed a little tune, put his phone into his spatial ring, and walked towards the secluded cultivation room.

He was also very cautious and made a lot of plans before making this call.

As for the reward of one million points, it would be a lie to say he wasn't tempted.

However, he dared not underestimate the Song family. Those old foxes had most likely already guessed that he was a member of the Jiangnan District Martial Arts Association. If they found out his true identity, he would be at a disadvantage.

Therefore, one million points are not worth it!

Not long after they started walking, a group of people approached them. The one in the lead was none other than the president of the association, Shi Tao.

"Master!"

He quickly adjusted his expression and walked over respectfully.

All of them turned to look at him, their eyes filled with complex emotions.

"Uncle Chang, Uncle Shen..."

Ling Yu greeted the others, but soon he realized something was wrong and asked, puzzled, "Uncle Chang, why are you all looking at me like that? Is there something on my face?"

No, no.

Chang Fei and the other man both shook their heads.

They knew the inside story and were all worried about Ling Yu's future.

Those unaware of the details felt a mix of emotions.

I thought the two were just temporarily brilliant, but little did I know that one of them had been keeping a low profile all along, and he still is now. It probably won't be long before the entire headquarters witnesses the day when he soars to the sky and makes a name for himself.

And what realm will Ling Yu be at on that day? Will he be able to break through to the second stage of the True Essence Realm?

"Xiaoyu, you've come at the perfect time."

Shi Tao slowly exhaled and said, "I have something to tell you."

"Yes, Master."

Ling Yu nodded quickly, but felt a little uneasy inside.

My master seems a bit strange today. I'm afraid what he's about to say to me won't be anything nice.

"You all go ahead and get busy. I'll have to trouble you while I'm away from headquarters," Shi Tao said, turning to Chang Fei and the others.

"Yes, Chairman."

"Don't worry, President, we won't let you down."

"President, please be careful and come back safely."

Chang Fei and the others were both reluctant and worried, and some even had tears in their eyes.

Shi Tao waved his hand, and the group left, occasionally glancing back every now and then.

"Master," Ling Yu asked hurriedly, "Are you leaving?"

"Um."

Shi Tao nodded and said, "Let's talk somewhere else."

The two of them, one after the other, quickly arrived at the secluded training room.

As soon as the door closed, Ling Yu asked anxiously, "Master, why are you leaving all of a sudden? I've only just begun to learn the Undying Seal Technique, and I still have so many questions to ask you!"

"The beast tide has broken out. I, along with a few others in the city, had already planned to go out and hunt down the commander-level ferocious beasts, so we had no choice but to leave."

Shi Tao patiently said, "As for the Undying Seal Technique, I have already given you my cultivation experience. If you encounter any questions during the cultivation process, you can open and read it at any time, or you can pause your cultivation and wait for me to come back to talk about it."

He gave Ling Yu a deep look.

I was overwhelmed with mixed feelings.

The reason I gave Ling Yu the Undying Seal Technique was that I hoped he would have more confidence in his upcoming battle with Chen Fan.

Looking back now, I realize I had been too optimistic.

One is at the fourth level of the True Essence Realm, and the other is at the first level of the True Essence Realm. The difference in their internal true energy is more than a hundred times.

Even if Ling Yu cultivates the Undying Seal Technique to perfection and can convert most of the opponent's true energy into his own, so what?

I'm afraid he'll explode and die in an instant.

That's why he said that we could pause our cultivation.

"Beasts? A beast tide has broken out?"

Ling Yu was taken aback and asked in confusion, "But what does this have to do with our Jiangnan City? Master, I remember the beast tide just broke out not long ago, right? It shouldn't be reaching our Jiangnan City this quickly, should it?"

"Beast Tide,"

Shi Tao stared intently into his eyes, his face serious, and said, word by word, "This concerns every single person in our Yan Kingdom; no one can remain uninvolved."

(End of this chapter)