As soon as Wu Ding left, a message from Ye Fan, notifying all Sect Masters to personally bring people to investigate the Dead Sea, arrived at the Tianxuan Sect.

Previously, it was Wu Ding who was responsible for receiving intelligence at the Tianxuan Sect. Wu Ding was an outstanding second-generation disciple, but after she "betrayed her sect," Hui Ning's disciple, Qing Ning's apprentice, Ping Han, took over the role. Ping Han is also an outstanding third-generation disciple of the Tianxuan Sect, now at the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul at the age of one hundred and ten.

"...Sect Master, this is all the information we have so far. Should we first send someone to investigate the surroundings of the Dead Sea?" Ping Han asked with innocent eyes.

Hua Wu nodded in satisfaction and said, "You've done well. As for the Dead Sea issues, refrain from getting too involved for now. I will personally lead our people there later..."

Jing Ya questioned, "Sect Master, by taking people there, aren't you falling into Ye Fan's trap? He asked for our Sect Master to personally lead the investigation. Can't we find an excuse to deflect?"

"Why don't you understand? Actually, he's using this as a way to test the sincerity of the sect alliances. If I don't go personally, he will have a reason to attack the Tianxuan Sect. He has always held a grudge against us for collaborating with the Diyuan Sect to destroy the Fire Departure Sect, so we can't give him the opportunity," Hua Wu said, "But don't worry, all the other sects will be there, so I doubt he would dare to make any reckless moves."

Master Hui Ning said, "I will accompany the Sect Master, as for junior brother... he should remain and guard the mountain gate."

"This is all we can do for now." Hua Wu glanced at Hui Ning, nodded, and then looked at Ping Han, "Ping Han, since you've just taken over your martial uncle's tasks, your intelligence gathering skills are not quite there yet..."

"I will definitely work hard to improve," Ping Han quickly expressed her stance.

"I'm not blaming you; everyone needs time to adapt. Just like your martial uncle Wu Ding, when she first took on intelligence gathering, she was a mess, but she gradually learned to prioritize things," Hua Wu said, "Among the Ping and Hang generations, you are the foremost. From today, I officially appoint you as an elder of the Tianxuan Sect, replacing your martial uncle Wu Ding's position."

Ping Han nervously said, "Sect Master, I am too inexperienced to understand many things and lack the ability to be an elder. Let martial uncle Wu Ding..."

"Don't bring her up," Master Hui Ning said coldly, "The Sect Master has spoken; just do as told. Although your master is not an elder of the Tianxuan Sect, your cultivation level is now on par with hers, and your future achievements will definitely surpass hers. The Sect Master appointing you as an elder is as it should be."

Hua Wu smiled and nodded, "Ping Han, with your cultivation, you could very well become the Sect Master of the Tianxuan Sect in the future. Appointing you as an elder now is just a training opportunity; do not disappoint me, and definitely do not end up like your martial uncle Wu Ding, who betrayed the sect and became a traitor to us!"

"Ah?" Ping Han was shocked to hear that Wu Ding had betrayed the sect, her mouth agape.

Since Ping Han began cultivating in the sect, her idol was Wu Ding. It was only because of Wu Ding's guidance like a guiding light that she was able to advance step by step. Now, hearing that her idol had become a traitor to the sect dealt a heavy blow to her psyche.

Ping Han's mind was buzzing, thinking, "Why did martial uncle betray the sect? What forces did she join? Will martial uncle return to the Tianxuan Sect?"

With many questions in mind, Hua Wu personally handed over the elder's token to Ping Han.

Ping Han knelt to receive it, looking up at Hua Wu, who was two generations senior to her, with a complex expression. Hua Wu gently patted her head and said, "Do well in the future; your achievements are bound to be the highest in the Tianxuan Sect, and the sect's burden will inevitably fall on your shoulders."

Ping Han was also somewhat puzzled, pondering over something she had heard. Wasn't it said that among the young disciples, the one with the highest cultivation and achievements was a male named Qing Neng? Why hadn't she seen Qing Neng again?

Although Ping Han had mid-stage Nascent Soul cultivation, Hua Wu didn't bring her to the meeting of various sects in Nanhai City on Earth, not wanting her to be confused by worldly scheming. Ping Han was being nurtured as a successor, highly protected by Hua Wu and other Tianxuan Sect leaders.

"I must find out why martial uncle Wu Ding betrayed the sect. She will definitely return, and by then, I will return her position as elder," Ping Han silently resolved in her heart.

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After handling matters in Ninghai City, Ye Fan originally wanted to find an opportunity to meet Hu Jing, but given the awkward relationship between them, he knew there was too much estrangement between them.

In Ye Fan's heart, there were two women he felt conflicted about: one was Hu Jing, and the other was Shen Yan.

These were two women he often thought about but, for different reasons, couldn't be with. Due to certain responsibilities, he shouldn't disturb their lives, so he only thought about them in quiet moments.

Without calling Li Zhaojun, Ye Fan returned alone to Hua Hai City. This time, he had promised Qin Mengyao to take her and Yang Xiaoting to Hua Hai University.

Before sending the two girls to school, Ye Fan first had to go to Tantai Wanrong's house to pick up Qin Mengyao.

At 7:30 in the morning, Ye Fan arrived at Baiyun Community. When he knocked on Tantai Wanrong's door, Qin Mengyao was already packed. She brought boxes large and small. Seeing Ye Fan, Qin Mengyao was very happy and, ignoring Tantai Wanrong's presence, wrapped her arm around Ye Fan's and said coquettishly, "Brother Fan, look, I've packed everything from yesterday to take to school. Xiaoxiao and I have decided to live in the same apartment, so it's convenient for you to visit, and by then, the two of us... hehe!"

Tantai Wanrong glared at Ye Fan and said, "Xiao Fan, don't be too much. Hua Hai University is still a place of education, and you shouldn't cause a bad influence!"

Ye Fan thought, the little girl sure is straightforward, even bringing up the idea of ​​the two of them together. Ye Fan pinched Qin Mengyao's cheek, giving her a reproachful look. Qin Mengyao stuck out her tongue playfully.

She considered Tantai Wanrong as her close, intimate Auntie, thus she let slip such a "major" secret without caution.

Ye Fan nodded and said, "Aunt Rong, I understand and will be careful."

"Auntie, don't blame Brother Fan. Actually, think about it, Brother Fan's cultivation is so high that he can fly to our window each time. If we leave the window open, Brother Fan can just come in and, after we're done, leave discreetly with no one the wiser. What impact could it possibly have? Right, Brother Fan?" Qin Mengyao had already arranged Ye Fan's plan for a midnight visit.

Ye Fan coughed awkwardly, clearly feeling embarrassed.

Tantai Wanrong, somewhat angered, said, "You brat, I was telling Brother Fan not to disturb your and Xiaoxiao's studies. Are you going there to play, or to study? So, unless it's the weekend, you're not allowed to see Xiao Fan, or... I'll disown you as my niece!"

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