System's Super Sect Chapter 1015 943: Jin Busan's Fear

"Tell Yun Liao, if Jin Busan's people come looking for him. Just let Jin Busan read the newspaper tomorrow," Wen Ping instructed.

"Understood."

"Hmm, you may leave."

After Chen Xie departed, Wen Ping promptly retrieved the Sound Transmission Stone to contact Tao Niang.

"How fares the search? Haven't you located the child yet?"

A series of panting sounds followed, then Tao Niang's agitated voice reported, "Reporting to the Sect Leader, the individual has been found. However, Yang Lele is currently being pursued by over a dozen Earth Unrestricted experts. I am following, but I cannot close the distance."

"Still being hunted?"

Wen Ping's brow furrowed.

He inquired further, "Are they the same individuals from before?"

"No, it's a different group. They all hail from the Pinghun Sect, a formidable power within the Heaven-Supporting Domain," Tao Niang conveyed with evident helplessness.

She felt on the verge of losing her mind.

Yang Lele's speed was simply too great for her to match!

"The Pinghun Sect... Why are they pursuing Lele?" Wen Ping questioned.

Tao Niang responded with a sigh, "It's because Yang Lele incapacitated the most outstanding Saintess and Saint Heir of the Pinghun Sect during the semi-finals."

"Is Lele in danger?"

Wen Ping pressed again.

"If captured, he certainly won't perish, but once apprehended, he'll either endure a severe beating or be compelled to join the Pinghun Sect and assume the role of Saint Heir! Furthermore, it's not solely the Pinghun Sect observing Yang Lele; it's now common knowledge that Yang Lele is unaffiliated with any sect, prompting numerous attempts to recruit him. Yang Lele, enjoying the attention, has clashed with all these factions, even resulting in fatalities. He adamantly refuses to join, thus escalating the fury of the Earth Unrestricted experts from those forces, who have explicitly declared their intent to give him a thorough thrashing." Tao Niang expressed her concern, fearing that someone might resort to lethal measures, given the treacherous nature of human hearts.

Upon hearing this, Wen Ping couldn't suppress a chuckle.

Initially, he had felt a pang of annoyance.

After all, Yang Lele was attracting trouble from Earth Unrestricted experts.

However, upon reflection, he decided to let Yang Lele stir up some commotion in the Heaven-Supporting Domain, as long as his life wasn't in imminent peril.

"Ensure her protection, and as long as she avoids death, intervention is unnecessary. A beating serves as a lesson for his attention-seeking behavior."

"Understood."

Tao Niang could only acquiesce with a helpless nod.

...

Late into the night.

Thump, thump, thump——

A series of knocks resonated.

Over a dozen maids, trembling, stood outside the chamber door, carrying platters of food and rapping on Di Chen's quarters.

"Hall Master——"

The maids spoke in hushed tones.

They were apprehensive that speaking too loudly might provoke Di Chen, who was already in a foul mood.

Yet, after merely two knocks, the maids detected a distinct metallic aroma of blood.

Possessing cultivation in the Divine Profound Realm, they were not unfamiliar with the scent of blood.

Upon detecting it, the maids quickly eyed the door once more but hesitated to open it.

The reasoning was that if they opened it to find nothing amiss within, their lives would be forfeit.

"Quick, summon someone."

One of the maids urged.

Shortly thereafter, Dong Hun arrived at the scene.

His perception swept through the area!

His countenance shifted dramatically, and he thrust the door open.

He then beheld Di Chen lying in a pool of dried blood.

"The Hall Master is deceased!"

Dong Hun's face instantly drained of color.

...

The following day.

Jin Busan endured a restless night, anxiously awaiting the release of the day's Immortal Daily.

Following Yun Liao's reply yesterday, he found himself curious as to why Sect Leader Wen desired him to consult the newspaper.

Could it be that the news of their cooperation would be featured in the Immortal Daily?

Announced across the entirety of the Red Domain?

If such a thing were possible, the task assigned by the Domain Master would be considered somewhat fulfilled.

Although the process had been less than ideal, at least an intention of cooperation with the Immortal Sect had been established.

Later, when the Domain Master inevitably erupted in anger over the demise of a disciple or Di Chen's predicament, he might not place excessive blame upon Jin Busan.

However, before the Immortal Daily could even arrive, a War God from Jisheng Hall came rushing, kneeling on one knee outside the courtyard.

"Your Excellency, Hall Master Di has met his end!"

Jin Busan leaped to his feet, his mind reeling as he hurried outside, gazing at the War God kneeling before him.

The very fact that a War God from Jisheng Hall had personally delivered this report.

This news had to be genuine!

Di Chen was dead?

How could Di Chen possibly have died?

Who possessed the power to fell someone of Di Chen's caliber?

Boom!

An immense force seemed to strike the back of his head.

Three words instantly materialized in Jin Busan's mind.

The Immortal Sect!

Within the Red Domain, only the Immortal Sect wielded such overwhelming might!

"When did this occurrence transpire?" Jin Busan demanded urgently.

The War God from Jisheng Hall responded, "It appears to have occurred from yesterday evening until late at night. Earlier in the evening, Dong Hun paid a visit to the Hall Master, who was in good spirits and drinking. However, by midnight, when the maids routinely brought their meals, they discovered the Hall Master deceased."

"Escort me to the scene!"

Jin Busan immediately ascended into the sky.

The demise of the Jisheng Hall Master was an extremely grave matter.

To perish so silently suggested the involvement of no ordinary individual.

This was not an act from within the same cultivation realm!

Within the same realm, who possessed the capability to silently eliminate an expert of the Earth Unrestricted Upper Realm?

Upon reaching the Jisheng Hall's premises, ascending the towering structure, and entering Di Chen's chamber, Jin Busan was struck with bewilderment.

Not a single piece of furniture within the room was disturbed.

It bore no resemblance to the location where Di Chen had met his end.

How could a confrontation involving an expert of such magnitude leave not even a splintered chair?

This led to but one plausible conclusion: Di Chen had been dispatched before he could even activate his Meridian Gate.

Lifting the white cloth that concealed Di Chen, Jin Busan let out a sharp gasp upon witnessing his split body.

Di Chen's Spirit Body was, by no means, frail.

Who was it that had prevented Di Chen from even activating his Meridian Gate and offering resistance before his demise?

No known expert within the Immortal Sect possessed such an astounding ability.

If the perpetrator originated from the Immortal Sect, then it must be someone operating from the shadows, behind the scenes.

What formidable power must this hidden figure possess?

To have denied Di Chen even a moment to retaliate.

Could this truly be the work of a Celestial Unrestricted expert?

"And the maids?"

Jin Busan inquired urgently.

Dong Hun promptly reported, "They have been dealt with. At present, aside from those within this chamber, no one else is aware of Hall Master Di's passing."

"Dispatch a message to the Domain Master without delay. Until the Domain Master arrives, anyone who allows this information to leak beyond this room will face dire consequences!" The assassination of the Jisheng Hall Master was far too significant; its revelation would trigger unimaginable repercussions.

Should the news spread, it would inevitably lead others to suspect the Immortal Sect.

What if the Immortal Sect, pushed to the brink, decided to target me as well?

Di Chen, despite his formidable strength, was unable to fend off his attacker.

Could I possibly stand a chance against such a foe?

Upon hearing Jin Sanxiao's stern decree, Dong Hun and the others nodded in agreement.

They offered their solemn vows.

"No one outside of us will learn of this. Should any mishap occur, we willingly accept punishment, even to the point of losing an arm!"

They understood that without demonstrating such resolve, Jin Busan might resort to extreme measures.

Their apprehension was palpable, mirroring the deep concern etched on Jin Busan's face.

"Sir, if there is any task you require of us, we humbly await your command! We are duty-bound to uncover the killer of our Hall Master!"

"Sir, please bestow your orders upon us!"

All the War Gods of Jisheng Hall voiced their readiness in unison.

Jin Busan drew a deep breath before commanding, "Procure today's Immortal Daily for me."

Who was the perpetrator?

It was highly probable, nine times out of ten, that the culprit was the enigmatic expert behind the Immortal Sect.

After all, who else would have a reason to kill Di Chen?

Who possessed such a strong motive?

The individuals associated with the Immortal Sect were the most likely suspects, harboring the most potent reasons.

This immediately brought to mind Yun Liao's prior words.

"The Sect Leader desires you, Hall Master Jin, to peruse tomorrow's Immortal Daily."

What secrets did the Immortal Daily hold?

Could its contents be connected to Di Chen's untimely demise?

(Our narrative pauses here for today...)