Aside from the old leader, Sakura Falling has four major elders, collectively known as the Eight Flower Elders. Each of them is not only highly skilled but also masters in the art of poison.

Before the old leader fell ill, the four major elders did not act excessively. Although they appeared united but were actually divided, they mostly remained peaceful.

But after the old leader fell ill, almost everyone revealed their true intentions.

According to Ugly Fox, the Great Elder had always coveted the leader's position, eyeing it hungrily.

The Third Elder and Fourth Elder maintained a good relationship and seemed ready to seize the leader's position as well.

Only the Second Elder appeared carefree, never fighting for anything, yet he had an ambiguous relationship with An Shengtian, likely colluding with him in the shadows for a long time.

Moreover, Ugly Fox speculated that the reason Azure Dragon Commerce learned about the old leader's illness almost immediately might have been due to the Second Elder sending the message.

"Mr. Ye, Tianci's death is insignificant, but the Holy Daughter is now destitute and alone. Although it seems like others are supporting her, there are probably very few who genuinely support her. When Tianci was killed, and I was stripped of my powers, it was likely the Second Elder's plot." Ugly Fox clutched Ye Guichen's leg, pleading, "Since you're here, please help the Holy Daughter. If you can stabilize Sakura Falling, the Lotus Jade will be no problem."

From Ugly Fox's expression, it appeared she was extremely loyal to the Holy Daughter.

Ye Guichen did not want to get involved with Sakura Falling. Although he listened to Ugly Fox describe the current situation there, he had no intention of intervening: "My purpose this time is for the Lotus Jade. Since Long Tianci is dead, I hope you can restrain your grief. As long as you help me get the Lotus Jade, I can still heal your face."

Ugly Fox smiled bitterly and shook her head: "Now that Tianci is dead, who would I look pretty for? Haha, Mr. Ye, the Holy Daughter has treated me with immense kindness. In my current state, I can't do anything. When I was punished, she begged for mercy but was denied. Now, she is alone, guarding the old leader every day, fearing others will harm him. But, but she won't last much longer doing this."

"Mr. Ye, I beg you. I have no other way. As long as you help the Holy Daughter, I will do anything you ask without complaint."

Women adorn themselves for those who appreciate them.

Whether Long Tianci truly loved Ugly Fox or not, from her demeanor, it seemed she had truly placed him in her heart.

With Long Tianci's death, all of Ugly Fox's hopes were shattered.

Now, she likely lived only to repay the Holy Daughter's kindness.

Since ancient times, passionate people have been left with nothing but regret.

This regret stretches endlessly.

Ye Guichen sighed inwardly.

The situation at Sakura Falling was indeed more complicated than he had imagined.

Ye Guichen did not want to get involved, but based on Ugly Fox's words, the Holy Daughter was now likely besieged from all sides.

Once the old leader died, the Holy Daughter would either be forced to marry An Shengtian, ascend to the leader's position, and become his puppet, or the two factions of elders would seize the leader's position, leaving her with two possible fates.

She would either be imprisoned forever.

Or die.

However, to Ye Guichen, the Holy Daughter was still a stranger.

Ye Guichen had not reached the point where he would help anyone he met.

"Stand up first, tell me where the Lotus Jade is now. If possible, I will take the Holy Daughter away and let her leave this place of strife. As for the fate of Sakura Falling, we'll leave it to destiny!"

After a bout of struggle, no matter who became the leader of Sakura Falling, the faction would definitely be severely weakened.

There would be no more threats to him.

For now, Ye Guichen had no intention of incorporating Sakura Falling.

In his eyes, Sakura Falling was an unorthodox sect. Showing mercy by not destroying them was already a kindness.

"Mr. Ye, I..." Ugly Fox's eyes sparkled with hope, trying to persuade Ye Guichen again, but he pulled her up: "You just need to tell me where the Lotus Jade is. When I leave, I will take you and the Holy Daughter away, ensuring your survival."

"Well, well, Ugly Fox, are you hooking up with another man?" At this moment, a mocking voice rang out.

Ugly Fox turned her head and her face changed dramatically: "I, I am not."

Ye Guichen also looked in the direction of the voice and saw the previously handsome man who had been with Sister Hua.

The man initially did not notice Ye Guichen, thinking Ugly Fox, despite her looks, had hooked another man. But upon seeing Ye Guichen, he was shocked: "What are you doing here?"

Before Ye Guichen could speak, the man's expression changed drastically: "Well, well, you two must know each other. But that's impossible; Yuan Shao and his men are here for the first time. How could you know each other?"

As he spoke, the man drew his sword and stepped forward, placing it against Ye Guichen's neck: "Speak, do you have an ulterior motive!"

Ugly Fox was terrified.

If An Shengtian found out Ye Guichen was here to steal the Lotus Jade and that she had sought his help, he would surely try to kill Ye Guichen.

Although Ye Guichen was formidable, An Shengtian had made thorough preparations and had many experts around him. How could Ye Guichen escape his grasp?

Ugly Fox's request for Ye Guichen to help the Holy Daughter was a hope that he would seize the opportunity to act when An Shengtian and the elders were at each other's throats, possibly gaining victory.

But once they were exposed, all advantages would be lost.

"No, no, I don't know him, I don't know him!" Ugly Fox hurriedly explained.

The man sneered, kicking Ugly Fox aside, and looked at Ye Guichen coldly: "Tell the truth, are you and Yuan Shao here with a purpose? Hmph, An Shengtian placed so many assassins outside, yet you got in unscathed. You must have an inside man."

Ye Guichen's lips curled up: "So what if you know?"

"What?" The man was confused.

Ye Guichen suddenly raised his hand: "Even if I tell you, a dead person knowing is just a waste of breath."

Before the man could react, he felt a warm sensation at his neck.

Looking down, he saw that his own sword had somehow sliced his throat.

"You..." The man never understood how Ye Guichen had done it.

Ye Guichen did not want to draw attention to himself. He looked at the man and shook his head slightly: "Since you're from Azure Dragon Commerce, bringing this on yourself is deserved."

Ye Guichen had no sympathy for Azure Dragon Commerce, so killing was nothing.

Ugly Fox's face tightened: "Mr. Ye, he, he..."

"Tell me where the Lotus Jade is." Ye Guichen's tone turned icy: "I don't want to waste time. Although we know each other, we are merely acquaintances. I don't need anyone dictating my actions."

"It's on the old leader." Ugly Fox finally understood it was not easy to persuade Ye Guichen.

But if the Holy Daughter could be taken away, there was still hope. Ugly Fox quickly added, "Now the Holy Daughter is there. If you truly don't want to deal with Sakura Falling's problems, please, take her away. I, Ugly Fox, would be forever grateful."

"Your gratitude has nothing to do with me." Ye Guichen chuckled: "I'll save her just because I took her possession. Consider it compensation."

Ye Guichen glanced at the corpse on the ground: "You handle this. I'll find you after getting the Lotus Jade!"

He turned and left.

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