Senior sister, stop working and go home for dinner.

Chapter 277 Daily Life Back in the Mountains

Su Wan paused for a moment, then said, "So, this matter is indeed not as simple as it seems. Even if the Crimson Spirit Sect is rampant, infiltrating the sacred land of Dragon Tiger Mountain to assassinate Elder Zhang is still a risky move. If it was just for provocation, the price would be too high. Since Fellow Daoist Mo Han suspects there's something amiss within, perhaps..." She paused, not finishing her speculation, and instead asked, "An Ran, what are your thoughts?"

"There must be more to the story behind the death of Master Zhang." Chen Anran put down his teacup. "The Crimson Spirit Sect is certainly a target, but whether someone else is behind it, or whether it's a case of using someone else to do the dirty work, remains to be seen. Longhu Mountain is currently under tension both internally and externally, and we shouldn't get too involved. We've returned for two reasons: firstly, we really need manpower on the mountain, and secondly... being away from the vortex might allow us to see things more clearly."

Su Wan nodded slowly, her eyes revealing a complex mix of approval and worry: "You've thought it through. The Yunyin Sect's foundation is still shallow, and if it rashly gets involved in such a storm, it may be difficult to handle. However... Elder Zhang has been kind to you and has taken care of Xiaolu. We cannot remain uninvolved in this feud and suspicion."

"Of course." Chen Anran's voice was firm. "To find out the truth and comfort the spirit of Master Zhang in heaven, we will never forget this ambition. But we must plan carefully before we act. For now, we must stabilize the sect and observe the situation. Master Zhang's disciples are investigating on Longhu Mountain, and other sects will also exert pressure, making it difficult for the Crimson Spirit Sect to completely hide."

Su Wan nodded, "If the time is right to launch a campaign, our Yunyin Sect will certainly not stand idly by."

Chen Anran said, "That's for sure." Then, he looked at Su Wan and asked, "Senior Sister, how is your breakthrough progressing?"

Speaking of her own cultivation, Su Wan smiled slightly, "I'm almost there. My spiritual energy is abundant and harmonious, and my mind is clear. In a few days to a month, I should be able to try to break through the barrier."

"That's great!" Chen Anran's eyes lit up. "With Senior Sister's successful Foundation Establishment, the sect will have more confidence. At that time, we will be able to deal with any situation with much more ease."

"I will do it as soon as possible," Su Wan said softly, then added, "Don't overwork yourself. You looked tired during your trip to Longhu Mountain. The path of cultivation is long. While the matter of Elder Zhang is important, you must also take care of yourself. You are now a pillar of the sect; you cannot fall."

Chen Anran felt a warmth in her heart: "I understand, thank you for your concern, Senior Sister."

The two then discussed recent affairs of the sect. Su Wan mentioned that Zhao Mengmeng had managed everything down the mountain very well; Wang Rui and the others had also helped a lot both up and down the mountain; Lin Xiaoman had taken good care of the medicinal herb fields on the back mountain, and the newly transplanted evening primroses were growing well; Xiao Ling'er's breathing was steady in her secluded meditation room, and she was obviously still focused on her cultivation.

Just then, a soft knocking sound came from outside the quiet room door.

"Senior Sister, Junior Brother," came Wei Qingyi's cool voice. "Dinner is ready. Would you like to eat now?"

Su Wan and Chen Anran exchanged a glance, both seeing a hint of relief in each other's eyes. Returning to these familiar daily routines, the heavy oppression brought by Longhu Mountain seemed to have been somewhat diluted.

"Coming," Su Wan replied, standing up and saying to Chen Anran, "Let's go eat first. We can discuss anything after dinner."

Inside the front courtyard dining hall, the lights were on. A long wooden table was laden with home-style dishes. Zhao Mengmeng deftly set out the bowls and chopsticks, while Lin Xiaoman brought out the last bowl of mushroom soup.

At this time, Jiang Yun and Qi Lan had already gone down the mountain, and only the Feng brothers, who were thinking about "doing the mission", shamelessly stayed behind.

Feng Xiaolu had washed away her tears and changed back into her usual clothes. She was helping to set out the chairs when she saw Chen Anran and Su Wan come in. Her eyes crinkled into a smile: "Senior Sister, Junior Brother, we've been waiting for you!"

Wei Qingyi and Huiming had already taken their seats with the Feng brothers.

The atmosphere at dinner was much more relaxed than I had expected.

Steaming hot mushroom soup, braised dishes that Zhao Mengmeng specially bought from the mountain, stir-fried wild vegetables by Lin Xiaoman... ordinary dishes, but they tasted especially delicious because of the family reunion. The warm lights illuminated familiar faces.

Feng Lie ate with the most gusto, shoveling mouthfuls of spirit rice. "The food from our Yunyin Sect is still the best! The vegetarian food at Longhu Mountain is so bland and tasteless; after two days, my mouth would feel like it was going to burst!"

Feng Changyuan glanced helplessly at his younger brother, then raised his glass to Su Wan in a toast: "Sect Leader Su, we brothers have troubled you a lot these past few days."

Su Wan smiled and raised her glass: "Fellow Daoist Feng, you're too kind. Chang Yuan, A Lie, and Xiao Lu are like brothers; there's no need for formalities on the mountain."

Feng Xiaolu sat diagonally opposite Chen Anran, sipping her soup, but her eyes kept drifting towards him. Seeing that the weariness between his brows had lessened and that he was talking quietly to Wei Qingyi beside him, a strange, inexplicable bitterness quietly rose in her heart again. She quickly lowered her eyes and focused on eating the rice in her bowl.

Zhao Mengmeng was the most lively, chattering away about what she had seen and heard at Longhu Mountain. When she heard that all the sects had gathered and that the event was grand, her eyes widened. When she heard that the coffin of Zhang Laotianshi had been buried, her eyes reddened and she sniffed softly.

Huiming ate his vegetarian meal in silence, occasionally glancing up at the heartwarming scene. The rhythm of his prayer beads was much more relaxed than when he was at Longhu Mountain.

Halfway through the meal, Feng Changyuan glanced at Chen Anran and Wei Qingyi, then at Feng Xiaolu. Although he was also deeply saddened by Zhang Nanshan's death, the family mission always took precedence over everything else.

"Ah Lie, don't linger after you've eaten. Come with me for a walk down the mountain. I heard there's a new dessert shop that opened at the resort's night market."

Although Feng Lie was carefree, he still possessed the discernment of someone from a prominent family. So, wiping his mouth, he said to Feng Xiaolu, "Sure! Xiaolu, wanna come along? I'll treat you to double-skin milk pudding!"

Feng Xiaolu subconsciously glanced at Chen Anran, only to find him whispering with Wei Qingyi, oblivious to her presence. A strange emptiness welled up inside her, and she replied defiantly, "Go! I want red beans and taro balls!"

Su Wan said gently, "Go ahead, it'll help you relax. Just don't come back too late."

"Okay, Senior Sister!" Feng Xiaolu got up and followed her two cousins ​​out.

Zhao Mengmeng obediently started clearing away the dishes: "Master, Sect Leader, I'll go to the kitchen to clean up!"

Lin Xiaoman helped pick up the soup bowl: "Let me help you."

Before Zhao Mengmeng could even finish her work, Chen Anran said to her, "Don't worry about these, I'll take care of them."

"How could I let you accept this, Master?" Zhao Mengmeng waved her hands repeatedly, wanting to argue, but was gently interrupted by Chen Anran.

"We've been away these past few days, and you've managed everything up and down the mountain all by yourself." Chen Anran took the bowl and chopsticks from her hands. "You've done a great job. Senior Sister also told me that you've handled the coordination with Wang Rui and the other team, as well as the daily operations at the resort, all very well. Thank you for your hard work."

Su Wan also came over, gently patted Zhao Mengmeng's head, and said softly, "Yes, Mengmeng, don't just keep busy. While it's still not too late, go down the mountain for a walk. Spend time with your father, or go chat with Wang Rui, Zhang Hao, and Sun Wei, watch a movie, and relax. You've been too stressed these past few days."

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