Finally, straight to the point.
The atmosphere in the courtyard instantly turned tense beyond measure.
"Roar—"
A suppressed low roar came from next door, not too loud but unmistakably the voice of Ao Qing. Even Gu Miyun's expression changed slightly, seeming somewhat helpless.
There aren't many people on this mountain he can't afford to offend, and Sister Ao Qing is one of them. Plus, she's protective just like Master Liu. Listening to her displeased tone, she must think I've come up the mountain to cause trouble.
However, I am here on the Sect Master's orders to investigate, which already shows the wisdom expected from a Sect Master.
If I were to come personally or summon Jiang Feng over, it would more or less arouse suspicion, especially from Liu Tangxi. I'm sure a verification in front of her would immediately rupture the carefully smoothed-over relations between both parties.
The Sect Master believes he cannot bear such a loss.
