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She had never seen Shi Yu so playful and mocking, which aroused her suspicion. At the same time, she was also frightened by the fierce aura emanating from Qin Feng.

Shi Yu found Bai Zhi's gaze, a smile playing on his lips. He walked briskly to her side and explained in an approachable manner, "Bai Zhi, what happened just now was a complete misunderstanding."

Bai Zhi felt slightly relieved after hearing Shi Yu's words, but she still looked confused and puzzled.

She glanced at the fierce look on Qin Feng's face, then looked at Shi Yu again: "Why are you like this? You've never shown such mockery and ridicule to anyone before."

Shi Yu smiled and patiently explained, "I didn't mean to mock Qin Feng. I just wanted to avoid making the sword competition more chaotic. More fighting would only cause bigger problems. I just hoped to minimize the damage."

Maintain calm in the situation.

Bai Zhi listened silently to Shi Yu's explanation, and gradually came to understand the reasoning behind his words.

However, Shi Yu did not point out that the conflict was caused by Qin Feng's provocative behavior. He chose not to shift the blame to Qin Feng, but instead treated the situation calmly and displayed a noble demeanor.

Bai Zhi was curious about Shi Yu's attitude. Her previous confusion and bewilderment changed, and she began to pay attention to Shi Yu. Looking at Shi Yu's smiling face, she felt an inexplicable sense of goodwill.

Chapter 601 But why did he provoke you?

The scene gradually quieted down, and people slowly dispersed.

Shi Yu walked to Bai Zhi's side and said softly, "Bai Zhi, do you understand my intentions?"

Bai Zhi nodded and sighed softly, "I understand, you just want to avoid the trouble caused by more fighting."

She turned to look at where Qin Feng was standing. "But why did he provoke you?"

Shi Yu shook his head. "I don't think that's important."

He gazed at Bai Zhi with deep affection, “Even if someone provokes me, I will choose to remain calm and composed, because in my heart, the most important thing is to protect you and others.”

Hearing Shi Yu say those words for her, Bai Zhi felt a surge of warmth in her heart. While Qin Feng struggled painfully with Shi Yu, he miraculously managed to swallow the mud that covered his face.

Yu and Bai Zhi stared wide-eyed at Qin Feng, whose face was covered in mud, in disbelief.

This unexpected turn of events made the situation even more tense, and Qin Feng's resilience inspired awe in everyone.

Qin Feng tidied his hair, which was messed up by the mud, and smiled at Shi Yu and Bai Zhi, saying with a hint of self-deprecation, "Please forgive my rash actions. I just don't want to see you get hurt because of my provocation again."

Shi Yu narrowed his eyes, maintaining his calm and composed demeanor.

He knew that for someone as self-important as Qin Feng, being utterly humiliated was a huge disgrace.

Seeing Qin Feng struggling in pain yet remaining defiant, Bai Zhi couldn't help but defend him to Shi Yu. She tried to explain that Qin Feng wasn't a bad person, just too reckless and impulsive.

"Shi Yu, you've misunderstood. Qin Feng didn't mean to provoke you; he just acted impulsively," Bai Zhi said anxiously.

Shi Yu frowned, his gaze fixed intently on Bai Zhi, showing no sign of letting up.

Seeing Shi Yu's expression, Qin Feng felt a pang of pain in his heart. He lowered his head and silently reflected on his past actions.

“I know he has made many mistakes, but I also know he’s not a bad person at heart. Perhaps it’s something that made him so angry and impulsive,” Bai Zhi said softly.

A hint of doubt and confusion flashed in Shi Yu's eyes, but he quickly regained his composure.

"No matter how he changes now, I can't believe he has any reliable side."

Just as Bai Zhi was about to explain again, footsteps came from the grass, and a man walked in with steady steps. It was Xue Chengfeng.

"What's going on? What happened?" Xue Chengfeng stopped in his tracks, puzzled by the scene before him.

Shi Yu looked at Xue Chengfeng, feeling somewhat nervous.

Xue Chengfeng frowned, staring at the scene before him. He was shocked and angry when he saw Bai Zhi standing aside trying to defend Qin Feng.

As the son of a powerful family in the small town, he was used to being treated with kindness and respect by those around him from a young age.

But at this moment, he witnessed Shi Yu, a man of few words, kind and upright, being unable to tolerate Qin Feng's provocation.

"Shi Yu! You've gone too far in misunderstanding Qin Feng like this!" Xue Chengfeng shouted angrily.

Everyone stared in surprise at Xue Chengfeng's excited reaction. Shi Yu pursed his lips, maintaining a calm demeanor, but inwardly he felt a little nervous about Xue Chengfeng. After all, the scions of powerful families in this small town were not easy to deal with.

Chapter 602 Xue Chengfeng Investigates the Truth

Actually, I'm not blaming anyone, it's just... Bai Zhi tried to explain.

Xue Chengfeng interrupted her, "I don't want to hear your explanation! If I discover any dark truth behind this, I will give the punisher the punishment he deserves!" Shi Yu frowned slightly as he silently observed Xue Chengfeng's actions, feeling a tremendous pressure rising within him.

Xue Chengfeng, the son of a powerful family in the small town and the heir to the powerful "747" family, has shown a determination and unwavering will that is hard to ignore.

"Brother Xue, please calm down!" Shi Yu tried to quell the situation. "We are all friends, please let me explain."

Xue Chengfeng glared at Shi Yu, exuding a powerful and intimidating aura. Shi Yu resolved to find a way to counter Xue Chengfeng's threat.

He paced back and forth in the room, his brow furrowed and his expression grave.

This unexpected turn of events made him appear even more mysterious and unpredictable, and also provided Xue Chengfeng with an opportunity to further reveal the truth of the incident and showcase his heroic performance.

Shi Yu looked helplessly at the situation before him; he had to find a solution.

He picked up a pen and paper from the table, sat down, and began to think carefully.

He recalled everything that had happened and tried to find clues and answers.

The soft rustling of leaves in the wind outside the window seemed to give Shi Yu some inspiration.

"Perhaps the solution is right beside me," Shi Yu muttered to himself. Shi Yu felt uneasy, wary of Qin Feng's possible retaliation.

He knew that as long as Qin Feng still harbored feelings for Bai Zhi, he would become his enemy.

Therefore, Shi Yu decided to be extra vigilant to prevent Qin Feng from taking the opportunity to retaliate.

At the same time, Shi Yu also realized the problems in his relationship with Bai Zhi.

He understood that only by finding a way to resolve Xue Chengfeng's threat and explaining everything to Bai Zhi could he truly protect her. Therefore, he decided to meet with Bai Zhi. A firm resolve ignited in Xue Chengfeng's heart; he decided to uncover the truth behind Qin Feng's suffering.

In a teahouse in the small town, he boldly declared to his friends that he would find out the truth and would not let anyone involved get away with it.

The friends looked at each other, some with a hint of worry in their eyes.

Although Xue Chengfeng was a clever and brave young man, he was unaware that Qin Feng was not someone to be trifled with...

In the past, Qin Feng had been silently protecting Bai Zhi. The surrounding residents all knew that he came from a powerful family with considerable backing.

Whether it's sunny or rainy, whether Bai Zhi needs help or not, Qin Feng is always there for her.

Xue Chengfeng had no idea what kind of predicament he was about to fall into.

Upon learning that Bai Zhi was vulnerable, he resolutely went to her side and said, "Miss Bai Zhi, please tell me what happened. I promise I will find out the truth for you." However, before starting his investigation, Xue Chengfeng realized that he had to improve his own strength.

　2.0 He knew that only by becoming stronger could he face the enemies who might be lurking in the shadows.

So he trained his martial arts skills diligently and challenged various strong opponents without ceasing.

This caused a huge uproar in the small town. People were talking about Xue Chengfeng's efforts and determination.

Some people think that his desperate practice is futile and cannot change anything at all.

Chapter 603 With a Touch of Innocence and Kindness

However, some people believe that Xue Chengfeng's energy greatly ignited the gradually suppressed flames in the hearts of the young people in the small town.

Xue Chengfeng did not forget his original goal, and he protected Qin Feng without hesitation.

Whatever Bai Zhi needed, he always kept a close eye on everyone around him, guarding against any possible accidents.

However, this process is not easy.

Xue Chengfeng began to feel immense pressure, as he had to maintain a balance between protecting Shi Yu's reputation and avoiding angering Qin Feng.

Because Xue Chengfeng knew very well that if he offended Qin Feng, he would be in trouble.

However, during this time, Xue Chengfeng received an unexpected message: it turned out that Shi Yu had no intention of framing Qin Feng, and things were not as simple as they seemed on the surface.

When the news spread throughout the town, Xue Chengfeng was plunged into deep confusion.

He sat on the ground, pondering what to do next.

This sudden change left him speechless.

"Could it be that Qin Feng... just misunderstood?" Xue Chengfeng gritted his teeth, pondering. He began to re-examine his position and the role he was playing. If Shi Yu truly had no malicious intent in framing Qin Feng, then as the intermediary investigator...

How should we handle this?

If this mystery can be solved and Qin Feng can know the truth, perhaps the conflict between the two sides can be resolved.

Xue Chengfeng stared into the distance, beads of sweat forming on his forehead. His mind was filled with doubt and confusion. He began to question whether his evaluation and attitude towards Shi Yu were wrong.

Xue Chengfeng walked back to his study in agitation and began to sort out his past impressions of Shi Yu.

Recalling the day he met Shi Yu, he felt that the boy had a touch of innocence and kindness.

But under Qin Feng's accusations, he stood on the opposite side without much thought.

At this moment, Xue Chengfeng was filled with emotion as he admitted that he had misunderstood Shi Yu and realized that he might have been deceived by Qin Feng.

He made his judgment based on only one person's account, which now seems too hasty.

"What should I do?" Xue Chengfeng muttered to himself, beads of sweat still dripping from his forehead.

After calming down, he realized that he needed to find Shi Yu and have a serious talk.

Bai Zhi stood in the crowd, her gaze casually sweeping over the passersby. Suddenly, her eyes fixed on one person—Shi Yu.

He seemed more mysterious and enigmatic than before; his eyes were deep and sharp, and he exuded an aura unlike any other. Bai Zhi inadvertently sensed a powerful force within him, and she couldn't help but feel a strong attraction towards him.

Interest.

She quietly observed Shi Yu, without making any further moves, simply observing silently.

She wanted to know more about this mysterious man.

He was once that fearless boy, and now he has become so strong and confident.

During her observation, Bai Zhi noticed some unusual changes in her surroundings. Some people were full of trust and admiration for Shi Yu, as if he were a hero.

Looking at the tense yet subtle atmosphere between Qin Feng and Shi Yu, Xue Chengfeng realized that he seemed somewhat awkward in this complex situation.

Although he had already established a certain standing and demonstrated his abilities on the outskirts of the town, he knew that this was far from enough. He needed more experience and training to establish himself in such an environment.

Chapter 604 The matter seems to be related to a young man

Xue Chengfeng secretly made up his mind that he would do his best to challenge and surpass himself.

He observed the complex interactions between Qin Feng and Shi Yu, hoping to learn more from them.

Bai Zhi also noticed the change in Xue Chengfeng's heart. She knew that Xue Chengfeng had always been a hardworking and progressive person.

She gradually realized that this was a major turning point for him, and she also sensed his determination.

Xue Chengfeng is open-minded and constantly absorbs knowledge from all aspects around him.

He knew that only by constantly improving himself could he gain a foothold in this challenging and competitive world. Xue Chengfeng fell into deep thought, sitting on a patch of green grass, the token in his hand constantly turning between his fingertips.

His brows were furrowed, and his face showed an indescribable confusion and struggle.

This meadow, located at the northernmost tip of the town, is like a green gem covered by a clear blue sky.

In the afternoon sun, a gentle breeze rustled through the leisurely dancing flowers and grasses.

Such a quiet and peaceful environment should have made people feel relaxed, but Xue Chengfeng felt extremely troubled inside.

Although he had already established a certain reputation and ability on the outskirts of the town, he felt at a loss in the face of the complex and unpredictable situation before him.

He needs more experience and training to establish himself in an environment where he has never had any experience or pressure before.

Bai Zhi's father, Bai Chengming, and Qin Feng's father, Qin Hao, met by chance.

They found a quiet place to sit down and began to discuss the crisis inside the Ascension Tower.

They exchanged their opinions earnestly, their expressions serious.

Bai Chengming frowned and looked around. This small town had always been peaceful and quiet, but a series of strange events had occurred not long ago.

Many inexplicable problems suddenly appeared inside the Ascension Tower, as if someone was secretly manipulating everything behind the scenes.

"Brother Hao, have you heard anything about what's been happening inside the Ascension Tower lately?" Bai Chengming asked.

Qin Hao nodded. "I've heard about it too. I initially thought it was just a rumor or a coincidence, but now it seems there's more to it than meets the eye."

The two sat facing each other, exchanging views and ideas.

Bai Chengming's furrowed brows relaxed. "Dengxian Tower is the culmination of generations of our family's efforts, but this situation is more complicated than ever before, and we cannot sit idly by."

After pondering for a moment, Qin Hao said, "The matter seems to be related to a young man."

After listening, Bai Chengming nodded thoughtfully, "In that case, that young man may have inexplicably become the source of the crisis we face. We need to closely monitor his every move."