I was killed by my relatives, and I am reborn to be ruthless.

Zou Mubai had a solemn expression on his face. He did not hesitate to answer the questions and doubts around him. His steps were firm and swift. He walked straight through the bustling front yard and moved steadily towards He Ronger's residence deep in the backyard.

The sunlight filtered through the sparse clouds and shone into his furrowed brows, adding a touch of unquestionable determination to his hurried figure.

Fei Xiuwen followed closely behind. Although his steps were not as hurried as Zou Mubai's, they also revealed a calm and elegant demeanor.

The moment he brushed past Xu Chong, a meaningful smile appeared on the corner of his mouth. That smile contained both anticipation for the secret to be revealed and a light-hearted teasing of his old friend.

He spoke softly, his voice gentle but with a sense of mystery that could not be ignored: "Brother Chong, please be patient, all the mysteries will be revealed soon. Come with me!"

After saying that, he gently lifted Xu Chong's collar with two fingers, as if picking up a fallen leaf, and led him to the backyard irresistibly.

He Ronger vaguely sensed something strange outside the house, so she walked out of the room holding the spirit mink with lively eyes tightly in her arms.

When he looked up, he saw Zou Mubai and Fei Xiuwen standing side by side, as well as Xu Chong, who was "specially cared for" by Fei Xiuwen. He couldn't help but smile. That smile was like a flower blooming in spring, bright and warm.

"Uncle Zou, Uncle Fei! Didn't you say you were going out to look for clues early this morning? Why are you back so soon?" There was a hint of surprise and confusion in He Ronger's words.

Seeing this, Fei Xiuwen couldn't hold back the joke in his heart. He blinked and said with a frivolous smile, "Hey, little nephew, I miss you so much that I took the time to come and see you. Do you miss me, your uncle?"

As soon as these words were spoken, He Ronger's cheeks suddenly turned red, as gorgeous as the sunset. She lowered her head shyly, her fingers unconsciously entangled with the corners of her clothes, not knowing what to do.

Seeing this, Zou Mubai frowned slightly, turned around and gave Fei Xiuwen a stern look, which contained both blame and warning.

"Brother Fei, when will you change your habit of joking? Stop teasing Rong'er, or you'll end up in trouble."

Upon hearing this, Fei Xiuwen secretly groaned in his heart, and recalled the ridiculous "punishment" methods that his junior sister had used in the past, and he couldn't help but shudder.

He quickly raised his hands in surrender and assured with a playful smile: "Brother, don't worry, I know I was wrong and I will never dare to do it again."

After saying this, he secretly glanced at He Ronger, and when he saw that she had returned to normal, he secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

"Uncle Zou, you suddenly visited me. Are you here to look for me?" There was a subtle hint of uneasiness in He Ronger's voice. She tried to naturally change the focus of the topic by asking questions.

Her eyes moved between Zou Mubai and the people who were accompanying him, with both confusion and expectation in her eyes.

Zou Mubai nodded slightly, his eyes gentle and firm, as if he could see into the most delicate emotions in people's hearts.

"Rong'er, we have found some clues now, so we need to leave Qingling Sect for a while." There was a barely perceptible hint of nostalgia in his tone.

He Ronger couldn't help but feel a complex emotion when she heard this. They had just reunited not long ago, but this rare time together was interrupted by a sudden separation.

"So... where are you going? And how long will it take to come back?"

"As short as one month. If things are complicated, it may take as long as half a year." Zou Mubai pondered for a moment and gave a rough deadline, but the uncertainty in his words made the separation seem even more heavy.

Hearing this number, He Ronger's brows furrowed involuntarily, and her heart felt like it was being pressed down by a huge rock, unable to let go.

She knew very well that this trip was of great significance to Uncle Zou and the others, so she couldn't say anything to persuade them to stay.

Silence spread in the air. After a while, He Ronger finally plucked up the courage, carefully raised his eyes to look at Zou Mubai, then glanced at Fei Xiuwen beside him, with a barely perceptible tremor in his voice.

"Uncle Zou, Uncle Fei, can I...can I go with you? Maybe I can be of some help. At least, I can have someone to look after you on the way."

Zou Mubai and Fei Xiuwen looked at each other, with complicated expressions in their eyes.

They knew that although He Rong'er was young, she was strong-willed and gifted, and taking her with them might bring them unexpected gains. However, the hardships and dangers of the journey were also factors they had to consider.

Finally, Zou Mubai spoke slowly, his voice full of kindness and consideration: "Rong'er, this trip is dangerous and unknown, we have not yet ensured that it will be safe, so..."

When He Ronger heard this, the barely perceptible disappointment in her eyes was quickly dispelled like morning mist, and was replaced by a determined and bright light.

She raised her head slightly, looked directly at Zou Mubai, and said in a soft but firm voice: "Uncle Zou, although I am a little nervous, I am more eager and fearless for the unknown challenge.

You often say that the path of cultivation is full of thorns, and every step is a struggle against fate and a challenge to the way of heaven. Now that I have embarked on this road of no return, I have made mental preparations. No matter how difficult and dangerous the road ahead is, I am willing to fight side by side with you and overcome the difficulties together. "

Zou Mubai looked at He Ronger's resolute face, and couldn't help feeling a little relieved and emotional.

He nodded slightly, with a complex emotion flashing in his eyes, as if he was weighing something, or reminiscing about the past. After a moment, his frown gradually relaxed, and his expression softened.

At this time, Fei Xiuwen interrupted at the right time, with a warm and sincere smile.

He took a few steps forward, patted Zou Mubai's shoulder, and said earnestly: "Brother, since Rong'er is determined, we might as well help her. With us by her side, we will definitely be able to protect her. Besides, it is not wise to let her stay here and face the possible disturbances and threats alone. Especially when thinking of the He Kangcheng couple, if they know that Rong'er is guarding this place alone, they will definitely cause trouble frequently. What should we do then?"

Fei Xiuwen's words not only show his concern for He Ronger, but also imply a deep insight into potential threats.

As he spoke, his eyes inadvertently swept across the courtyard, as if he had foreseen the possible unrest and disturbance.

Zou Mubai's mind suddenly became clear after hearing this.

He really ignored that.

Although Ronger signed a severance agreement with them, He Kangcheng and his wife were greedy and selfish, so there was no guarantee that they would not come to cause trouble. Even if they could not get any substantial benefits, they would still disturb Ronger from practicing peacefully.

Thinking of this, Zou Mubai finally made up his mind.

He sighed softly, his eyes fell on He Rong'er again, his tone full of helplessness and doting: "Forget it, Rong'er, since you have made up your mind, I will not stop you. But you must remember that we can't be with you all the time. No matter when and where, you must be careful and don't be stubborn."

Hearing this, He Ronger's face lit up with a bright smile, with gratitude and joy in her eyes: "Well, I understand."

At this time, Xu Chong said dissatisfiedly: "Where are we going?"