Super War God in the City

Ge Wen watched as Qi He's figure disappeared from view, his eyes filled with a complex expression.

This matter left him quite conflicted. If Ling Fan was alright, everyone would naturally rejoice, but if the news were true, then the situation could be serious.

He feared that even if he wanted to protect these people single-handedly, he might not be able to do so.

Furthermore, the rapid Cultivation progress of Xiao Chubing and the others filled him with both envy and shock, as there must be some special reason behind it.

To say he wasn't interested or moved, he couldn't even deceive himself!

By this time, Qi He had already arrived at the secret chamber where Xiao Chubing was cultivating.

The Cultivation secret chambers of Zhongnan Academy were scattered in different locations on the back mountain, and the chambers where Xiao Chubing and her group were practicing were among the best and not too far apart.

"Xiao Chubing, do you have a moment to step out? The old man has urgent matters to discuss!" Qi He stood outside the secret chamber and transmitted his voice.

It didn't take long before Xiao Chubing, whose air of detachment and cool elegance intensified with her increase in Cultivation, stepped out of the chamber.

"Elder Qi, what matter is so important to warrant such formality?" Xiao Chubing approached, with a slight frown on her beautiful eyebrows.

From Qi He's tone just now, it seemed like something very serious had happened.

Qi He took a deep breath, "Indeed, a very serious matter has occurred, but the truth of the news is not yet known. Don't be agitated until you've heard the whole story!"

Upon hearing this, Xiao Chubing's heart sank, and she blurted out, "Could it be... has something happened to Ling Fan?"

Beyond that, she couldn't think of anything else important enough to warrant such solemnity from Qi He. In Zhongnan Academy, apart from Ling Fan, there was nothing else that could have a direct impact on them.

Qi He nodded gravely and recounted the incident that had just occurred to Xiao Chubing.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Chubing was struck as if by lightning, her face paling as she stared at Qi He.

"Don't panic just yet. We should think of a good plan now and prepare for the worst. The attitude of the head of the academy seemed very ambiguous when I went to see him just now," Qi He said with concern.

Xiao Chubing took several deep breaths, forcefully suppressing the surging waves in her heart.

"Thank you for the reminder, Elder Qi. I believe Ling Fan will definitely be alright!" Xiao Chubing's eyes shone with conviction.

"I hope so. If there's any new information, I will notify you right away.

However, if his disappearance is confirmed to be true, I might not have much power within the academy, and I might not be able to help you.

I suspect that Gu Sheng will not be willing to let the matter rest. Just be aware!" Qi He said after a moment of contemplation.

Xiao Chubing's expression turned solemn, "I'll go and discuss with the others. Please excuse me, Elder Qi."

Qi He nodded, "Hmm, go ahead. I'll keep an eye on the academy's movements."

A moment later, in Xiao Chubing's Cultivation secret chamber, several women and Ling Fan's group of younger brothers, a total of nine people, sat in a circle.

By now, everyone had already heard from Xiao Chubing about the news regarding Ling Fan and the provocation that Gu Sheng had made earlier.

"Sister-in-law, that guy must be spreading alarmist report. Boss definitely couldn't have encountered any trouble!" Fan Zhan's face turned red with anger, his teeth clenched as he spoke.

"I don't believe anything has happened to Ling Fan. If he dares to leave us behind, I, as a ghost, will never let him off!" Yun Fei, dressed in a rose-colored silk garment, said, her eyes red with feigned anger.

"I'll go back down the mountain to investigate and see what's really going on," Li Mengying said, forcing herself to stay calm.

"I'll go back with you," Feng Shuya took a deep breath, her face pale as she spoke.

Jiang Shi, Zuo Zhengqing, as well as Su Qiong and Zhou Siyu, all had heavy hearts. Since such news had spread, it was likely not without basis.

"No, everyone, please calm down first. Time is of the essence. Let's all focus on breaking through to the Grandmaster Realm. Once we enter the Grandmaster Realm, we can all go out together.

Right now, if something really has happened to Ling Fan, with our Cultivation level, it would be difficult to even protect ourselves, let alone do anything else!" Xiao Chubing said coolly.

Yun Fei also managed to calm her turbulent emotions and nodded, "Yes, I agree with your opinion. In the Martial Arts World, power is paramount. Let's all focus on making a breakthrough!"

"By then, even if we're surrounded, at least our chances of fighting our way out will be much greater!"

Fan Zhan and a few other younger brothers inwardly cursed themselves for being too weak and holding the others back at a critical moment.

"Sister-in-law, if something unforeseen really happens, don't worry about us!" Jiang Shi spoke up.

The others also expressed their stance one after another, unwilling to let their own burdens drag down their sister-in-laws.

"Enough, don't talk about it anymore. When the time comes, we'll leave together—no one gets left behind!" Xiao Chubing declared resolutely.

After that, they briefly discussed the situation and realized that things were not looking good—it was fraught with crises.

Soon after, everyone left and devoted themselves to intense and arduous cultivation.

At this time, several Elders of the academy quietly gathered in the dean's room.

Among them were several Elders who transmit skills, including Wan Long who had been in charge of enrollment with Qi He, as well as Elders Wei Ling, Gu Bin, and Lian Cheng.

Ge Wen glanced at the Elders who entered one after the other, his mind taking stock. He squinted deliberately and swept his gaze over them.

"What brings you all here to see me?" Ge Wen feigned ignorance.

"Dean, what do you think about the news that Gu Sheng mentioned today?" one of the Elders who transmit skills asked first.

"I don't have any thoughts about it. Why take rumors seriously?" Ge Wen said indifferently.

In reality, he was also quite conflicted and had secretly sent people out to investigate.

"Dean, shouldn't we send someone to investigate? If this news turns out to be true, we should consider how to proceed!" Elder Wan Long hesitated to say.

In fact, everyone's thoughts were simple—if Ling Fan was indeed dead, Zhongnan Academy must reclaim its voice.

Why should they provide for his followers and women for free? Kicking them out would already be a friendly gesture, not to mention that they should repay double the resources they consumed during this time.

"Dean, let's be frank, we've long been dissatisfied with that kid suppressing our Zhongnan Academy.

It was one thing when he was alive, but now that he's dead, should we continue to indulge his whims?

Should his useless followers and women make room? There's no need for the academy to revolve around just one person anymore," Elder Lian Cheng also spoke up.

Everyone's gaze turned to the Dean, awaiting his response.

Ge Wen remained unmoved as if rooted like a pine tree, casting a casual glance over them, "Why are you all worked up over something that isn't even certain?

Go and verify the news first. Regardless, I, Ge Wen, made a promise to Young Master Ling, and I will see it through. Nobody should even think about touching his followers or women!"

Upon hearing this, everyone looked at each other in dismay. The Dean began by suggesting to clarify the news first, hinting at a subtle underlying message.

But then the tone changed, showing a firm stance in protecting the people close to Ling Fan. What exactly did that mean?

Just then, a figure entered from the doorway, and everyone turned their heads—it was none other than Qi He.

Qi He had heard from his disciples that the academy's Elders were converging at the Dean's residence, and his heart skipped a beat. He hastened to discover what was happening.

Seeing Qi He's arrival, the Elders who had wanted to say more shut their mouths promptly.

For crying out loud, who didn't know that this guy was as close as could be to Ling Fan, practically joined at the hip? Who dared to gossip in front of him?

If that guy wasn't really dead and Old Ghost Qi made just a couple of minor reports, it would be enough trouble for them to deal with.

They looked towards the Dean, their expressions revealing sudden understanding. No wonder the Dean had suddenly changed his tune.

"If there's nothing else, Dean, we'll take our leave!" Wan Long greeted and, after glancing at Qi He, left the room.

The others followed suit and left one after another until the room was emptied in a matter of moments.

Qi He stood on the side, his forehead darkening—damn it, was he being isolated just like that?