Published at 29th of December 2025 8:52 am

Chapter 1960: Fang Zhenxiong’s Difficulties!

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His words, spoken with righteousness, seemed to be defending Luo Qingchen and the other two.

However, Luo Qingchen sneered inwardly. This Fang Zhenxiong was indeed astute and cunning. Although he openly praised me, in reality, he intended to push me to the forefront, painting me as someone who is aggressive and prone to trouble, while also promoting his own militant theories.

Indeed, an Elder from the Great Elder’s faction immediately countered, "Elder Fang, your words are rather extreme. Currently, the Sect is surrounded by formidable external foes and is unstable internally. We should prioritize harmony and recuperation. Although Luo Qingchen and the others have reasons, their actions were somewhat reckless, unnecessarily creating strong enemies for the Sect, which is not a wise move."

"Hmph! Constant concessions will only embolden our enemies! Has the Qingyun Sect ever feared anyone in its thousands of years?" Fang Zhenxiong snorted coldly.

Seeing the two factions were about to quarrel again, Master Xuan Yang frowned slightly, raised his hand to stop them and said, "Enough, let’s set this matter aside for now. Luo Qingchen and the others have just returned, weary from their journey; let them go rest first."

He looked toward Luo Qingchen and the others and said, "As for your merits and demerits, those will be discussed later. The Sect will arrange matters based on the information you brought back and your own intentions. Elder Qin, please take them to settle down."

"Yes, Sect Leader." Qin Mingyuan bowed in response.

As Luo Qingchen and the others were about to leave with Qin Mingyuan, Fang Zhenxiong suddenly said, "Sect Leader, I have another matter to report. Today, in the workshop, someone openly committed violence, injuring several Law Enforcement Hall disciples with extreme arrogance! According to my son, Fang Hao, the perpetrator seems to resemble Luo Qingchen. Please investigate this matter thoroughly, Sect Leader, and punish the culprit severely to uphold the rules!"

This statement caused everyone in the main hall to focus their gaze on Luo Qingchen once again.

Here it comes! Luo Qingchen thought to himself. Fang Zhenxiong surely wouldn’t let go of any opportunity to suppress me.

After Fang Zhenxiong finished speaking, the council hall fell into a dead silence.

All the Elders gazed intently at Luo Qingchen, their scrutinizing eyes seemingly trying to see through him.

Luo Qingchen sneered inwardly, Fang Zhenxiong was indeed crafty.

Right after he reported his training experience and gained initial approval from the Sect Leader, this accusation was raised to put him in a passive position.

"Elder Fang, what do you mean by this?"

Luo Qingchen spoke calmly, his voice smooth without any ripples.

"What do I mean? You injured my Law Enforcement Hall disciples in the workshop and pretend not to know?"

Fang Zhenxiong sneered, a trace of smugness flashing in his eyes.

"As far as I know, those disciples were helping your precious nephew force buying and selling, bullying an old man. I merely acted chivalrously, giving a light punishment."

Luo Qingchen’s words were neither hurried nor slow, but every word was clear and forceful.

"Nonsense! Hao’s conduct is upright, how could he do such things?"

Fang Zhenxiong was furious, slamming the table as he stood up.

"You’re slandering my Fang family sons with your false accusations! Sect Leader, this person shows blatant disrespect as soon as he returns and is unworthy of being a Qingyun Sect disciple!"

"Elder Fang, calm down."

Master Xuan Yang spoke lightly, his gaze shifting between Fang Zhenxiong and Luo Qingchen.

"The truth of this matter needs thorough investigation. Luo Qingchen, do you have any witnesses or evidence?"

Luo Qingchen smiled slightly and took out a piece of purple Spirit Grass from his storage bag.

"This Purple Orchid is the Spirit Grass being forced upon from the old man. There were many onlookers at the time and they can be summoned to testify if needed."

He placed the Purple Orchid on his palm, and it emitted a faint fragrance.

"Moreover, if I truly harbored malicious intent, with my Intermediate Stage Golden Core cultivation, how could a few Foundation Establishment Stage disciples remain unharmed?"

At this remark, a low murmur of discussion arose in the hall.

Indeed, with the strength that Luo Qingchen displayed, if he truly wanted to kill those few disciples, it would have been easy.

Fang Zhenxiong’s face darkened, realizing this flaw.

"Hmph! Who knows if you deliberately held back to gain a good reputation!"

He argued defiantly.

"Elder Fang, that’s taking it too far."

An Elder sitting on the right spoke slowly, it was Elder Xiao from the Elixir Medicine Hall.

"Luo Qingchen returned with important information for the Sect, which is commendable. Without solid evidence, accusations should not be made lightly."

"Elder Xiao speaks correctly."

Qin Mingyuan also spoke timely, "Luo Qingchen and the others have just returned and are unfamiliar with the place, how could they cause trouble without reason? I believe there is more to this matter than meets the eye."

Seeing the situation taking a turn for the worse, Fang Zhenxiong quickly shifted his strategy.

"Even if those disciples were at fault first, Luo Qingchen shouldn’t have acted on his own. According to the Sect rules, such disputes should be handled by the Law Enforcement Hall. By overstepping, he is contemptuous of the regulations!"

"According to the rules, a disciple encountering an injustice outside has the obligation to intervene."

Luo Qingchen refuted unhurriedly.

"Moreover, the situation was urgent, and the elder might have suffered greater harm without timely intervention. Does Elder Fang deem the Sect rules more important than a person’s life?"

His righteous words momentarily left Fang Zhenxiong speechless.

"You’re just being unreasonable!"

Fang Zhenxiong was red with rage.

"Sect Leader, this disciple is sharp-tongued and clearly trying to argue his way out!"

"Enough."

Master Xuan Yang’s dignified voice rang out, silencing the hall.

"This matter will be postponed until the truth is ascertained. Luo Qingchen, you all go rest, and you will be summoned if needed."

Luo Qingchen bowed and saluted, but inwardly sneered.

This Master Xuan Yang appeared impartial, but in reality, he was just trying to appease all sides.

Even though the facts were clear, he deliberately delayed to balance the forces.

"Disciple takes his leave."

Just as the three were about to leave, Fang Zhenxiong spoke again.

"Wait! Luo Qingchen, I heard you brought back numerous treasures this time?"

A glint of greed flashed in his eyes.

"According to the rules, any critical treasures acquired by disciples outside must be handed over to the Sect for distribution. Have you kept anything hidden?"

Luo Qingchen’s heart stirred, this old fox really couldn’t hold back.

It seemed that the encounter at the workshop had already reached his ears.

"The treasures I acquired were gained through life and death trials, and I will naturally follow the rules in dealing with them."

Luo Qingchen responded calmly.

"But which treasures is Elder Fang referring to?"

"Don’t play dumb! The Star Map fragments and that Turtle Shell Treasure are no ordinary items!"

Fang Zhenxiong pointed out bluntly.

"Such significant treasures, how can an Outer Sect disciple like you possess them?"

So that’s his true intention.

Luo Qingchen instantly understood Fang Zhenxiong’s real motive.

This old man had his eyes on my treasures from the start, and the earlier accusations were just a setup.

"The Star Map fragments indeed have some peculiarities, but its mysteries require further study."

Luo Qingchen responded without revealing any emotions.

"As for the Turtle Shell, it’s simply Xiaowan’s Amulet and has nothing to do with me."

"Hmph! Who knows if you two aren’t exchanging these items privately!"

Fang Zhenxiong stared at the Turtle Shell in Su Xiaowan’s arms, unable to hide his greed.

"That Turtle Shell can withstand attacks from cultivators in the Refining Stage, it’s no ordinary item! How can an Outer Sect disciple have such a heavy Treasure?"

Su Xiaowan was furious upon hearing this and stepped forward to protect the Turtle Shell.

"This is my family heirloom amulet, why should I hand it over to you?"

"You impudent girl!"

Fang Zhenxiong scolded sternly.

"You’re a Loose Cultivator by birth, where could you get such an important Treasure at home? It clearly comes from an unusual origin!"

"Elder Fang, that’s not right."

Elder Xiao spoke again, with a hint of dissatisfaction in his tone.

"Su Xiaowan is a disciple of the Qingyun Sect, and her family heirlooms are protected by the rules. It’s unacceptable to seize them forcibly."

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