Yun Ran merely cast a casual glance at the Nine-headed Ferocious Beast, and the atmosphere suddenly became subtly tense.

The Nine-headed Ferocious Beast immediately turned into a wisp of green smoke and fled, for it was somewhat afraid of Yun Ran’s seemingly calm yet oppressively intense gaze.

Yun Ran didn’t bother with the fleeing Nine-headed Ferocious Beast and closed her eyes to rest.

In the journey that followed, thanks to Mei Zhang, an elder of the Mei Family, that originally somewhat domineering aura intentionally or unintentionally avoided them, making the trip extremely smooth.

As the sun was setting, the carriage finally arrived in front of a rather large city.

Above the city gate, a large character "Mei" was inscribed.

"Master, we have arrived at Mei City."

At this moment, there were many people entering and leaving the city, and Yun Ran’s carriage, not being very low-key, quickly attracted attention.

When numerous eyes saw that an elder of the Mei Family was actually sitting outside the carriage, those who recognized Mei Zhang were utterly shocked.

The "Mei" of Mei City is also the Mei of the Mei Family, showing their status and prestige here.

Someone who can have an elder of the Mei Family personally drive the carriage must have a noble identity!

Many people immediately and voluntarily made way, fearing that one wrong move would provoke someone they should not, bringing immense trouble upon themselves.

Originally somewhat crowded, the road suddenly became smooth.

But whether it was Ma San or Mei Zhang, they were very accustomed to this kind of privilege; if people did not make way, that would be abnormal.

With the carriage, they entered the city directly without any pause, not even sparing a glance at the people around them.

Until the carriage completely disappeared from everyone’s line of sight, the human nature of curiosity finally kicked in.

"No one knows what identity the person in the carriage holds to have an elder of the Mei Family drive personally!"

"Has anyone heard of any influential figures coming around lately?"

"I haven’t heard of any big shots, but I heard that in half a month, Divine Sword Manor will host a Treasure Appraisal Conference; could it be because of that?"

"Brother, I didn’t expect your news to be so well-informed, even knowing about Divine Sword Manor’s events."

...

Very quickly, people’s astonishment at the Mei Family’s elder driving for some big shot shifted to the Treasure Appraisal Conference.

Whether they had a tidbit of information or knew nothing at all, the topic quickly became a heated discussion.

Meanwhile, Yun Ran was completely unaware of this; the information she knew was very limited.

Not until the sky turned completely dark did the carriage finally stop at a peaceful courtyard amidst the hustle.

Ma San hurriedly brought back the stool and lifted the curtain: "Master, we’ve arrived."

Yun Ran stepped off the carriage slowly, finally looking up at the courtyard before her.

This location, positioned in the center of Mei City, stood at the very end of an exceptionally quiet alley at this moment.

The long alley housed only this one family, clearly showing that this courtyard occupied an entire street.

This wasn’t achievable just with wealth; it required sufficient power and status.

Upon knowing the city’s name is Mei City, Yun Ran roughly understood the Mei Family’s standing here, almost like local tyrants.

She instinctively asked, "Is this the Mei Family’s courtyard?"

Upon hearing Yun Ran’s words, Mei Zhang’s eyes would return to normal, as if activated.

When Yun Ran wasn’t speaking to Mei Zhang, he would appear somewhat dazed.

But as soon as Yun Ran spoke, even without explicit cue, Mei Zhang could easily distinguish which words were directed at him and which weren’t.

"Master, this is not the Mei Family’s courtyard."

Yun Ran frowned at once; this courtyard clearly belonged to only the affluent and influential.

If it wasn’t the Mei Family’s, then it was under the Dark Hall’s name.

Yun Ran wasn’t wearing a black robe at this moment; even with Ma San present, she was unsure if Dark Hall people would buy it.

However, even so, Yun Ran didn’t intend to put on the black robe again.

Previously, she had no choice; in that black robe, she created an extraordinary identity when severely injured.

Now, knowing the real origins of the Black Robed People and witnessing their cruelty, Yun Ran suddenly felt repulsed by the black robe.

From now on, unless absolutely necessary, or if she needs to shift the blame to the Black Robed People, she won’t wear that black robe again.

Ma San, who acknowledged Yun Ran as master, naturally wished to serve her comfortably.

Wearing a mask, Yun Ran’s expressions were hidden, but her mood was still discernible through her aura.

"Master, this courtyard is officially a Xuan Sect Association office and serves as a special base in our region; everyone inside has an official identity."

Otherwise, if Mei Zhang hadn’t become a Human Puppet, Ma San wouldn’t have revealed all he knew in front of him.

Upon hearing this, Yun Ran instantly understood.

Everyone operates under dual guises; the good and bad shift with changing stances.

No wonder, through the ages, the organization of Black Robed People continued thriving, maintaining numerous ties with the Xuan Sect Association.

"Let’s go in!"

The identities of those inside, be they humans or specters, are irrelevant, as long as they can be utilized by her.

As for other matters, they can only be managed step by step.

The door was quickly opened, and the person inside, upon seeing Ma San pull out a token, lost their professional smile.

The person hadn’t even had time to ask Yun Ran’s identity when their gaze fell on Mei Zhang, standing in the shadows as a backdrop.

The sight nearly made the person scream.

Though they had often encountered this Mei Family elder at official events, that was through their official identity.

Now, in this setting, meeting someone they shouldn’t see, the instinct was to silence witnesses.

Ma San naturally noticed the newcomer’s expression, promptly pulling them aside and explaining Yun Ran’s identity.

He also recounted how Mei Zhang previously provoked, only to be countered.

"Do not utter things that Lord Divine Envoy dislikes hearing; quickly prepare clean meals and rooms.

Additionally, keep in mind that Lord Divine Envoy uses the identity of a young master of a prominent family on a training journey; do not address her wrongly!"

The newcomer then hid their shock yet intrigued expression.

Immediately nodding, they feared delaying and turning into Human Puppets themselves.