He slowly shook his head, with a hint of sigh in his tone: "But how difficult is it to perform Spirit Slash? The result is that this Sect Leader Lei of the Golden Thunder Sect has turned himself into something neither human nor ghost!"

Sikong Yan said this as he handed over an Imaging Stone.

It showed the scene of Sect Leader Lei of the Golden Thunder Sect conversing with Lei Lie, and then devouring Lei Luo.

Seeing the image on the projection, the two people's expressions turned extremely grim.

The once formidable Sect Leader Lei, who was as grand as a mountain, has now turned into this form.

And through the projection, Cao Zhengyang and others also witnessed this scene, finally understanding why Lei Lie betrayed his sect.

Zhou Qing also watched Lei Luo's tragic death, feeling a stabbing pain in his heart.

The young boy, who had followed Yan during the battle of the Five Sects and saw him as an idol, wanting to prove himself, ended up in such a miserable state.

He still remembered the last time he and Yan returned from the White Jade Taixu Courtyard, when Lei Luo and Sister Yuan Ya from the Cyan Feather Immortal Sect came to see them.

Sikong Yan said: "In the end, Lei Wuji has already completely turned into a bloodthirsty demon, and here in the Eastern Domain, nearly a million people have been slain and devoured by him."

"He probably thinks that the blood of the Fifth Prince can help him escape from the abyss, so he dares to act so recklessly."

Zhong Yao and Xiao Ji's knuckles turned white from gripping so hard, veins popping up.

"And just yesterday, Princess Consort Ying and the others must have found some clues and intercepted them at the Qiling Sect."

Sikong Yan sighed heavily, "Yet when we arrived, both sides had already... perished together."

He handed over another Imaging Stone: "This was found on site, judging by the angle it should be the work of Lei Lie, his first disciple, which implies he harbored different intentions."

"So, what we must do now is prevent anyone from the Golden Thunder Sect from escaping."

The two hurriedly took it, and upon seeing the image of the Liu Family's tragic death in the projection, their faces grew even darker.

"The Fifth Prince has fallen in the Eastern Domain, and now even Princess Consort Ying..."

But soon, a gleam of insight flashed in their eyes.

They looked towards the Golden Thunder Sect, now surrounded, suddenly realizing something, and hurriedly bowed deeply to Sikong Yan and Cao Zhengyang: "Thank you two Daoists for your help!"

Now that Lei Wuji and the other masterminds are dead, if they let the remnants of the Golden Thunder Sect escape, they would bear the brunt under the Emperor's wrath.

But with these images as evidence, and with the backing of two major sects, the blame would firmly fall on the Golden Thunder Sect!

Sikong Yan slightly imperceptibly exchanged a glance with Cao Zhengyang.

Cao Zhengyang gritted his teeth inwardly but had to support the two: "This is what we should do!"

"According to the Cultivation Alliance's rules, the Dynasty must not interfere in sect affairs," Sikong Yan said solemnly.

"But since they provoked first...to be on the safe side, why not have us breach the mountain gates first, then you two can lead your men in to investigate thoroughly?"

"This..." 𝙛𝓻𝒆𝓮𝒘𝙚𝙗𝒏𝙤𝙫𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝒐𝙢

Upon hearing this, the two were overjoyed, bowing deeply once more.

"Two Daoists, such righteousness! We will certainly remember this kindness. Once the matter is over, we will prepare substantial gifts for a visit of thanks!"

Sikong Yan nodded with a smile, accepting it.

Aside, Zhou Qing observed coldly, yet he had to admit, at this moment he truly admired Sikong Yan.

He killed the Fifth Prince, and also orchestrated the removal of Princess Consort Ying.

And now, Sikong Yan not only cleared himself entirely, but also let the dead take the blame, earning the deep gratitude of the Mansion Master and the County Governor.

The entire matter concluded with a perfect ending.

This masterful manipulation was truly awe-inspiring.

Zhou Qing gazed at the back of Sikong Yan chatting with the Mansion Master and the County Governor, feeling a chill rising up his spine.

That meticulous mind, far-reaching setup, sending shivers down one's spine.

"Scary, isn't it?" Mo Xingjian asked softly.

Zhou Qing nodded slightly, retracting his thoughts and replying quietly: "I'm afraid this is just what he wants us to know."

"Indeed!" Mo Xingjian glanced complicatedly at Sikong Yan, a hint of apprehension flashing in his eyes: "This person is truly unfathomable."

Not to mention, he effortlessly blew up a broken Five-Color Array and two perfectly good Four-Color Arrays without even batting an eye.

Such audacity could only have one explanation—he must have more of such arrays in his possession!

But how is that possible, where did he get them from?

"If that's the case, then prepare to break the array!" Just then, Cao Zhengyang's voice interrupted Zhou Qing's thoughts.

Clearly, the group had already finished their discussion!

Delays could bring changes, so over thirty strong cultivators at the Perfection stage of the Divinity Transformation Realm dispersed, each taking strategic positions.

Zhou Qing noticed that Sikong Yan deliberately arranged the County Governor and Mansion Master at positions where they could watch the battle from behind, clearly not wanting them to interfere excessively.

"Everyone, strike together!" Sikong Yan commanded!

In an instant, more than thirty dazzling streams of light soared into the sky, transforming into various Divine Techniques that blasted towards the Sect Protection Array.

Boom!

Amid the deafening explosions, the Sect Protection Array shook violently, ripples forming on the light curtain.

However, unexpectedly, the array did not shatter immediately; instead, after enduring the first round of attacks, it began to repair itself.

This shows that being one of the Five Sects, its array's power is indeed formidable and not to be underestimated.

However, this was also within expectations of the people!

"Come, come, place your bets!" Sikong Yan suddenly turned around, enthusiastically yelling, "Bet on how many rounds this array can withstand?"

Cao Zhengyang frowned: "Be serious."

"Boring." Sikong Yan pouted, seeing no response, he reluctantly gave up.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Everyone united, launching a series of attacks again.

Inside the mountain gate, Gong Zhen's face was ashen.

He continuously sent distress signals to the Sect Leader and Supreme Elder, but no response ever came.