"You're saying those two actually killed the Grand Elder?" Song Wanníng deliberately showed a look of surprise. "How is that possible?" Her eyes were full of disbelief, even suspicion.
The Fourth Elder's face twitched. At first, they didn't believe it either. But the truth was exactly that. "Hmph. We still want to ask you, how exactly did you provoke those two?"
His gaze toward Song Wanníng grew increasingly displeased. If his recklessness caused such heavy losses to the family, everyone would have to reconsider this heir.
Song Wanníng knew the critical moment had come. She frowned, still showing hesitation. Finally, seeming to make up her mind, she spoke. "My father has been secretly searching for alchemists to resurrect my mother. This time, going to the external domain to preside over the alchemy contest was for that purpose…
Later, they refined the Resurrection Pill, hoping to save Mother, but…
Mother's body was destroyed, I was severely injured, and Father pursued those two…
After that, I have no idea what happened."
The secret of resurrecting the child had always been hidden within the Huo family. Otherwise, when they were brought here before, they would not have been so cautious.
Patriarch Huo was even more careful, afraid of any exposure. It was clear the Huo family was unaware of this matter.
As expected, after she said this, the atmosphere in the hall instantly turned cold. Everyone's expression changed, looking extremely grim.
"The Patriarch actually dared to do something that defies fate? Is he not afraid of Heavenly Dao's punishment?"
"Yes, if this angers the Heavenly Dao, it will affect the Luck of the entire Huo family. Has he gone mad?"
"The Patriarch is too much, hiding this for hundreds of years…"
All the elders were filled with fear. Patriarch Huo had been so secretive that if Huo Jinchuan had not confessed, they might never have known. While everyone worried, Song Wanníng added another blow.
"The Heavenly Dao's punishment has already fallen…"
"What?"
The elders could no longer contain themselves and all stood up.
"This... what... should we do?"
The Heavenly Dao's punishment greatly affects a family's Luck. It can take decades to dissipate. And Huo Yang was still the family head, which meant the entire family's Luck was impacted.
"No wonder… no wonder…"
The Fourth Elder sat down with a grunt, murmuring, "No wonder the Grand Elder was so powerful but was killed by two inexperienced kids. It was all the Patriarch's fault…"
Losing two generals in just a month already proved the Huo family's Luck was suffering. The elders exchanged glances, their eyes full of unease and anger.
"The Patriarch is truly shameless. This mess is all for his selfishness and has caused the deaths of innocent people like the Grand Elder."
"Now he has taken other elders out. If something happens…"
Their dissatisfaction with Huo Yang reached its peak. The stronger the family, the fiercer the internal strife. With Huo Yang causing such a huge problem, if they played their cards right, they might be able to unseat him. The elders glanced at each other, a hint of joy flashing in their eyes.
Song Wanníng had been through this before and barely smiled. She had deliberately delivered them a weakness and hoped they would not disappoint.
"Uncles, my magical artifact was damaged by the Heavenly Dao's punishment. I need to enter the treasure pavilion in the next two days to exchange for materials, so I wanted to inform everyone."
She cupped her hands. After the elders nodded, she left without lingering.
After she left, the hall was quiet for a moment before someone spoke up.
"The Patriarch really messed things up…"
"This matter requires an explanation from the Patriarch, no matter what."
"Our whole family's fate is in his hands, yet for his selfish reasons, he dragged us all down. It's disappointing…"
"For now, we have to think of ways to lessen his impact on the Huo family. If the Heavenly Dao really holds a grudge, the Huo family…"
The higher the cultivation, the more they understood the importance of Luck. The Huo family had lasted long thanks to their Luck. But now, with Huo Yang's actions, they were unsettled. Especially after losing two people. Silence fell again in the hall as thoughts stirred in everyone's hearts.
At this moment, Huo Yang still didn't know the elders were plotting. To avoid the truth leaking, he had only brought loyal elders who stood firmly with him. He rushed toward the place where Huo Jinchuan had disappeared. Those two would definitely try to find Huo Jinchuan, and then they could capture them all at once.
...
"Did you hear? The deaths of the Grand Elder and Elder Huo Yuan were not accidents!"
"Really?"
"Absolutely. I heard the Patriarch wanted to resurrect his deceased wife and planned to kill those alchemists to cover it up…"
"Right, I heard the Patriarch and Young Master were even punished by the Heavenly Dao…"
"What?"
The disciples looked wide-eyed, as if hearing something extraordinary. Within an hour, the news spread throughout the family. Many began to resent the Patriarch and Huo Jinchuan. Everyone knew the dead could not be brought back, and the Patriarch clearly didn't care about the family.
They felt he was selfish and irresponsible.
Song Wanníng passed by. The talking stopped immediately, but their eyes no longer held the respect they once had. She acted unaware and walked boldly toward the treasure pavilion.
A Unity stage cultivator was stationed inside.
Song Wanníng bowed to him politely, then headed to the pavilion's second floor.
The Unity cultivator glanced at her, then closed his eyes, noticing nothing.
Song Wanníng was completely natural the whole time. In an instant, she slipped through the formation using a hairpin.
The treasure pavilion's seals were extremely complex. Even a formation grandmaster couldn't open them. Many unclaimed treasures were stored here. Disciples could exchange items here once they had enough points.
After entering the formation, countless glowing orbs appeared before her eyes. They looked like countless stars, densely scattered within the spatial formation. The colors and brightness of the orbs varied, shining in a rainbow of hues. It created a unique and special beauty.
Song Wanníng looked up, her eyes sparkling with light and a growing smile on her lips. So many treasures. It would be a pity not to take some.
But...
Thinking of the Unity stage cultivator guarding outside, she pursed her lips.