One, Bai Yuanhang, as a peak Profound-tier powerhouse, and at his own home, few could kill him.
Moreover, to be pierced through the heart with a sword from the front, there were only a handful of people in Dragon City with such ability.
Besides Yin Tao, only Hei Yu remained in Dragon City.
Secondly, judging from the wound, the attacker should have wielded the sword with their left hand, which precisely matched Hei Yu.
Previously, in the fight, his right arm was injured by Ye Cangtian, and with only one day passing, his right arm should not have recovered, hence the use of his left hand.
Although he deduced that it was Hei Yu, Ye Cangtian's mind was still pondering why Hei Yu would attack Bai Yuanhang.
Could it be that after failing to attack him, Hei Yu shifted his target to his supporters?
Then, could it be said that Hei Yu had some connection with Yin Tao? On one hand, he massacred his supporters, and on the other hand, he avenged Yin Tao's anger.
However, this was only the first possibility Ye Cangtian speculated.
There was also a second possibility, that Hei Yu knew about the conflict between Bai Yuanhang and Yin Tao, and by killing Bai Yuanhang, he aimed to instigate a conflict between Yin Tao and the Hidden Group.
It could also be said to instigate a conflict between Yin Tao and himself.
Thinking of this, Ye Cangtian glanced at Bai Sulan and said, "First, have them properly arrange Bai Yuanhang's affairs. Also, come with me."
Upon hearing this, Bai Sulan quickly gave instructions and then followed Ye Cangtian to the small pavilion in the courtyard.
"I will definitely give you an explanation regarding Bai Yuanhang's death, but I hope you will not relay this news to Bai Zhenshan for the time being. Do you understand what I mean?"
Hearing Ye Cangtian's words, Bai Sulan paused.
After Bai Zhenshan left Dragon City, Bai Yuanhang was in charge of the Bai family's affairs. Now that Bai Yuanhang had an accident, it was natural to inform the family head. But why specifically forbid it?
Thinking of this, Bai Sulan spoke, "Lord Ye, father is managing the Bai family. His death now is a major event for the Bai family. It seems inappropriate not to inform the family head."
"It is indeed inappropriate!"
Ye Cangtian slowly nodded and continued, "But you must know that the Bright Hall may still attack the entrance to the ruins. Bai Zhenshan, as the commander there, must be stationed there!"
At the entrance to the ruins, Bai Zhenshan was guarding the entrance with many elite disciples of the Bai family.
If he received the news of Bai Yuanhang's assassination, his mind would likely be in turmoil, possibly leading to an accident.
Hearing this, Bai Sulan frowned, and finally nodded slowly, agreeing.
As a child of the Bai family, she knew what was more important.
If something happened at the entrance to the ruins, the ruins might face a catastrophe. She believed that Bai Yuanhang's spirit would not wish to see such a scene.
"Thank you."
Seeing this, Ye Cangtian cupped his fists and then took out a small porcelain bottle from his Qiankun bag, handing it to Bai Sulan.
As Bai Sulan looked at him with confusion, Ye Cangtian said, "This is a Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir. Consider it a token of my sincerity to the Bai family. I hope you will not refuse it. How it is used is entirely up to you to distribute."
The reason for giving her a Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir as compensation.
On one hand, Bai Yuanhang's death, regardless of the reason, was somewhat related to him.
On the other hand, after being suppressed by him, the Bai family had always shed blood and sweat for the Hidden Group, striving to restore their past glory.
It could be said that the Bai family's performance was quite good, and their sacrifices were significant. For such a family, Ye Cangtian naturally had to offer some care.
Hearing Ye Cangtian's words and holding the porcelain bottle containing a Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir, Bai Sulan's eyes went blank.
She knew the miraculousness of the Nine Revolutions Golden Elixir. It could be said that with this elixir, the Bai family would definitely gain another Earth-tier powerhouse, and their strength would be further improved.
Originally, she should have been happy, but because of Bai Yuanhang's death, she couldn't be happy at all.
Finally, Bai Sulan bowed slightly to Ye Cangtian and said, "Lord Ye, thank you for not holding grudges..."
"Let the past be the past. We must look forward. Please accept my condolences!"
"Let's leave it at that for now. I will first arrange for an investigation into this matter. If there are any arrangements for the Bai family, you can inform me, and I will do my best..."
After speaking, seeing Bai Sulan nod, Ye Cangtian said no more and left the Bai family.
Not long after, the guards of the Hidden Group began to search every street and alley.
Although Hei Yu was powerful, Ye Cangtian did not believe that Hei Yu would dare to kill these guards.
After all, if there were casualties among these guards, Hei Yu's whereabouts would be exposed, which would only shrink Hei Yu's space for survival.
He believed that Hei Yu would not choose such a foolish action unless it was absolutely necessary.
...
It was also night, in another corner of Dragon City, at the training ground.
Outside the training ground, a figure slowly approached. As soon as he reached the entrance of the training ground, he was spotted and intercepted by the patrolling guards.
"Lord Yin Tao? Why are you here!"
Seeing the figure, a relatively senior guard captain immediately recognized his identity and asked with surprise.
This place was not a secret to the members of the Hidden Group.
However, both Dongfang Mingyue and Ye Cangtian had ordered all personnel to be prohibited from coming here.
Even approaching, inquiring, or spreading rumors was forbidden.
If it were someone else, the guards could directly apprehend the person. But when it came to Yin Tao, they hesitated.
"I heard that Dongfang Mingyue is in seclusion here. I came to speak with her!"
Yin Tao hesitated for a moment and said to the guard captain.
Hearing Yin Tao's words, the guard's expression turned grim.
All those in seclusion were the same, pursuing that slim chance of breakthrough.
And if this chance was missed, it might never come again in this lifetime.
This was also why everyone sought a safe and secret place or a guardian when breaking through.
And Yin Tao coming now, without regard for the situation, wanting to see Dongfang Mingyue directly, was clearly intended to interrupt her seclusion.
If Dongfang Mingyue lost her chance of breakthrough because of this, he could not bear the responsibility.
Moreover, Yin Tao's intention was impure. Furthermore, there were no major events happening in Dragon City currently. Why must he see Dongfang Mingyue?
Thinking about it, the guard captain glanced at Yin Tao and said solemnly, "Lord Yin Tao, do you know what your actions mean?"
"I have roamed the ruins of Huaxia for many years, do I need you to teach me how to do things?"
Yin Tao's face turned cold upon hearing the guard captain's words.
A mere guard captain was the lowest existence in the Hidden Group, and now he was lecturing him, which was simply too presumptuous.
"Lord Yin Tao, it's not that I want to make things difficult for you!"
"But Lord Mingyue has ordered that no one is allowed to enter or leave here without permission. Violators will be expelled from the Hidden Group!"
Seeing that Yin Tao was already enraged, the guard captain immediately became timid. The other party's status and prestige were very high; how could he dare to truly anger him!
He could only try his best to make the other party retreat voluntarily.
"Hmph!"
"When I shed blood and sweat for the Hidden Group, neither Dongfang Mingyue nor Ye Cangtian knew where they were!"
"As juniors, do you think the 'everyone' they speak of includes me?"
Hearing Yin Tao's cold snort, the guards hesitated.
They truly didn't know what to do.
They could not afford the responsibility of letting Yin Tao in privately, but Yin Tao's words had some truth to them.
Thinking of this, the guard captain said, "Lord Yin Tao, why don't you wait a moment? I will go notify Elder Long. If he agrees, I will let you in."
"Heh, no need for such trouble. How about this..."
Yin Tao said as he walked forward.
The guard captain was also attracted by his words and listened intently to the rest.
But at this moment, Yin Tao suddenly struck with a hand chop, directly knocking out the guard captain.
The other guards were stunned at this sight, but at this moment, Yin Tao's figure flickered continuously, knocking out all of them.
"Hmph! Truly unappreciative!"
Yin Tao glanced at the dozen guards lying on the ground and snorted coldly, then swaggered in.
Arriving at the center of the training ground, he looked at the closed doors all around.
He knew that behind these doors were Hidden Group elites waiting for breakthroughs in seclusion.
Thinking of these Hidden Group elites about to become his subordinates, he couldn't help but feel excited.
However, just as a smile appeared on his face, a figure had already appeared in front of him.
The person was none other than Elder Long.