The Ethereal Domains

Chapter 893: I Am Going Too!

I Am Going Too! . . .

"Brother Mu, I honestly have no idea," Guan Lingxiao declared, his face filled with anguish. He cried out, "If I ever lie about this, then I'll call myself a bastard!"

The captain remained composed, his voice sending chills down the spine as he declared, "Whether you are aware or not, it doesn't matter. You'll meet your end unless you divulge his whereabouts! You introduced that man; now, it's your responsibility."

Guan Lingxiao broke into a cold sweat. "Brother Mu, please, I truly have no idea where that wretched bastard is. I will inform you the moment I discover his whereabouts. I was merely attempting to find a capable therapist for your young lord. I encountered that man by chance. I had no inkling that he was such a fraud... I never anticipated he would abruptly vanish... I am truly clueless."

- Clang! -

The three hundred horsemen at the forefront simultaneously drew their weapons. Three hundred swords were unsheathed, but they produced only a single sound.

Cha Eun Xiao couldn't help but admire their synchronized and meticulously trained discipline. Such precision was the result of years of rigorous training.

Guan Lingxiao trembled at the sight and immediately bit back the words he was about to speak.

Listening to the conversation, Cha Eun Xiao sensed the situation was deteriorating. He decided to intervene. "Is the esteemed young lord injured? Is that why you require a skilled dan-maker?" he inquired.

The captain scrutinized him but remained silent.

Cha Eun Xiao continued, "I haven't known Brother Guan Lingxiao for long, but I've discerned that he is kind-hearted. I don't believe he would intentionally harm your interests. If he had, he wouldn't remain in this place. Is the esteemed young lord injured, ill, or poisoned? Is it a complex ailment? None of the dan-makers you consulted could remedy him? Brother Guan Lingxiao wished to establish a connection with the Black Cavalry, or perhaps you posted a reward for such a connection, and he located a dan-maker for you?"

"An individual who went by the name 'Murderous Dan-making Therapist' sought out Guan Lingxiao. He claimed to be capable of reviving the deceased, so Guan Lingxiao brought him to the Black Cavalry. You must have been familiar with the moniker 'Murderous Dan-making Therapist,' or you wouldn't have allowed him to proceed with the treatment. However, things went awry. Did this therapist have nefarious intentions? Rather than curing the young lord, did he tamper with the situation?"

"After committing various actions he shouldn't have, he disappeared? You were unable to locate him, and as a result, you've decided to lay blame on Guan Lingxiao because he introduced this man to you?"

"Even though you are aware that Guan Lingxiao certainly doesn't know the therapist's whereabouts, you're still pressuring him. Perhaps you believe that Guan Lingxiao knows. Am I correct?"

It seemed Cha Eun Xiao had posed numerous questions, but in reality, the answers were clear to him.

Captain Mu stared at Cha Eun Xiao, his expression genuinely taken aback.

[The young man was entirely uninformed about everything mentioned.]

[Guan Lingxiao had refrained from sharing any information. None of them had briefed him about the situation.]

[All he had grasped was gleaned from the ongoing conversation. Yet, astonishingly, he articulated several truths.]

Brother Mu responded with an air of indifference, "Your account of the situation is fairly accurate, young man."

He continued, his voice unwavering, "Our young lord offered a substantial reward for a skilled therapist or dan-maker. Guan Lingxiao introduced the Murderous Dan-making Therapist to us and absconded with a considerable sum of money. Regrettably, the therapist failed to cure our young lord; instead, he poisoned him!"

Steeling his voice, Brother Mu continued, "There is a connection between Guan Lingxiao and the therapist. Guan Lingxiao is, without a doubt, not as innocent as he appears. He introduced that therapist and profited handsomely from the transaction. Now that the situation has deteriorated, it is only natural that we hold him accountable. If he can locate the therapist and save our lord, there may be room for negotiation. If not, and our young lord meets an unfortunate end, Guan Lingxiao, you are well aware of the consequences."

Guan Lingxiao felt unjustly accused. He implored, "Brother Mu, please understand. I was indeed enticed by the money, that is undeniable. However, my primary motive was to resolve your problem. My intention was to secure a proficient therapist for your young lord. Regrettably, that murderous and deceitful scoundrel was a stroke of bad luck. I acted out of benevolence and sincerity... please..."

Brother Mu remained unmoved. He stated, "It matters little how you interpret your actions. Did you or did you not accept our funds? The issue at hand is that the man you introduced has only worsened our young lord's condition. His injuries remain uncured, and he has been poisoned. If we cannot hold you accountable for this, then whom should we hold responsible?"

Guan Lingxiao was left in stunned silence.

"No matter your perspective, Guan Lingxiao, you cannot evade responsibility," Brother Mu declared in a cold tone. "Now, will you willingly accompany us, or shall we resort to force?"

Guan Lingxiao appeared troubled. He surveyed the surroundings and clenched his teeth. "I will go with you! However, this young man here is new to this world. I scarcely know him. We crossed paths just earlier today, and my intent was to profit from him. I was guiding him on the journey and seeking an opportunity to distance myself from this predicament. He is uninvolved in this affair! I will accompany you, but you must release him!"

Cha Eun Xiao was taken aback. [Surprisingly, Guan Lingxiao has principles.]

Brother Mu coldly responded, "We have no intention of harming innocent individuals. Make way for the young man!"

Hundreds of horsemen simultaneously parted, creating a ten-meter-wide path through the throng.

Guan Lingxiao looked at Cha Eun Xiao and said, "Brother, leave now. I intended to ensure your safety until you reached Sky Soul Mountain, but it appears the time has come to bid farewell. Farewell... Should we cross paths again, perhaps we will have the opportunity to meet."

For Cha Eun Xiao, it was preferable to avoid entanglement in trouble. Although he had initially not wished to become involved, Guan Lingxiao's parting words had a significant impact on his decision.

After pondering for a moment, he stated, "In reality, Brother Guan is not the crux of this dilemma. There is no need to locate that therapist. What you require is the recovery of your young lord. I am in no hurry to reach Sky Soul Mountain. I can accompany you. I possess some knowledge of dan-making, and I may be able to ameliorate the young lord's condition. If it surpasses my capabilities, I will depart at that point."