29: Probe

After leaving Ye Zhiqiu's residence, Lin Feng and the other three did not return directly to their own residences, but gathered together to discuss their next steps.

"Although we have already reported this matter to the Sect, as long as the black-clothed men are not eliminated, our hearts will not be at ease," Lin Feng said to the other three, his expression firm.

Xiong Hu and the other two also nodded in agreement; they deeply understood the danger these black-clothed men posed and naturally did not wish to stand by idly.

"So what should we do next?" Lin Hu asked.

Lin Feng pondered for a moment and said, "I think we can investigate on our own first, to see if we can find any clues. After all, we are more familiar with the situation in the outer Qingyun Mountain Range, and perhaps we can discover some details that the Seniors in Liuyun Market might have overlooked."

Upon hearing this, Xiong Hu and the other two's eyes lit up, thinking it was a good idea.

"Alright, then we'll split up, each responsible for an area. If anything comes up, contact each other immediately. Remember not to act recklessly, and if there's a dangerous mission, don't act on your own. Our main goal is to investigate the origins of these black-clothed men," Lin Feng said, then elaborated on his plan in detail.

After the four had settled on their plan, they each departed and began their investigations.

Lin Feng went alone to a dense forest in the outer Qingyun Mountain Range, the place where he had previously fought with the black-clothed men. He hoped to find some useful clues there.

He meticulously searched every inch of the ground, not missing any possible detail. Finally, in a hidden corner, he discovered some black feathers, which were very similar to the feathers on the black-clothed men's attire.

"It seems these black-clothed men really have been active here," Lin Feng mused to himself, collecting the feathers, intending to take them back to show the other three.

Just then, he suddenly heard a faint sound, as if something was approaching.

Lin Feng immediately became alert, hid his figure, and looked in the direction of the sound.

He saw a black-clothed figure stealthily moving through the woods, seemingly searching for something.

"Could it be another black-clothed man?" Lin Feng's heart skipped a beat, and he quickly and quietly followed, wanting to see what this figure was up to.

Lin Feng cautiously followed the black-clothed figure, afraid of alerting him. He saw the figure stop in front of a hidden cave, look around, and then slip inside.

Seeing this, Lin Feng's heart stirred. He quietly approached the cave, affixed an invisibility talisman to himself, and at the same time, activated the Hidden Spirit Art to lower his aura and spiritual power fluctuations to the minimum. He hid behind a large boulder and peered inside. Inside the cave, candlelight flickered, and in the dim light, several black-clothed men were sitting together, seemingly discussing something.

Lin Feng's heart tightened. He knew that he had very likely discovered the black-clothed men's lair. He dared not act rashly, only quietly listening to their conversation.

"Big Brother, we need to be increasingly cautious in our actions lately. It seems Liuyun Market has already noticed our movements," a black-clothed man whispered.

"Hmph, what's there to fear? As long as we act fast and ruthlessly enough, what can they do to me?" The black-clothed man sitting at the head of the table snorted coldly, his tone full of disdain.

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng secretly thought that these black-clothed men were indeed plotting some unspeakable secret. He had to inform the other three about this as soon as possible and tell them to also proceed with caution.

Just then, a sudden rush of footsteps interrupted the black-clothed men's conversation. A black-clothed man rushed in, his expression panicked.

"Big Brother, it's bad, someone's outside."

The black-clothed man at the head of the table's face changed upon hearing this. He immediately stood up and shouted, "Quick, let's go, this place is not suitable for long stays."

With that, the black-clothed men hurriedly left the cave. Seeing this, Lin Feng also quickly retreated, not daring to let them discover him.

After the black-clothed men left, Lin Feng emerged from behind the boulder, looking in the direction they had departed, pondering to himself. He knew he had to quickly inform the other three about this and tell them to stop their investigations, as this group of black-clothed men was already on guard.

The strength of Xiong Hu and the other two was too weak; if they encountered this group, they would surely die. Lin Feng waited for a while to ensure no one was hiding in the dark before quietly leaving.

Thus, Lin Feng returned along the original path, found the other three, and told them everything he had seen and heard in the cave.

Upon hearing this, all three had solemn expressions. They knew that since these black-clothed men were active near the Qingyun Mountain Range, they were undoubtedly a huge threat to the surrounding Cultivators. They had to report this to the Sect as soon as possible so that the Sect could eliminate these black-clothed men.

After some discussion, the four decided to immediately return to Liuyun Market and report the matter to Ye Zhiqiu. They packed their belongings and left the outer Qingyun Mountain Range, heading towards Liuyun Market.

Along the way, Lin Feng and the other three were anxious. They deeply understood the danger these black-clothed men posed and naturally did not wish for more Cultivators to suffer. They quickened their pace and finally arrived back at Liuyun Market in the evening.

Upon returning to Liuyun Market, they immediately found Ye Zhiqiu and thoroughly informed him of their discoveries in the outer Qingyun Mountain Range and the location of the black-clothed men's lair.

After listening to Lin Feng and the other three's report, Ye Zhiqiu's expression became even more solemn. He knew that if these black-clothed men were active near the Qingyun Mountain Range, they must have some ulterior motive. He had to immediately report this to the Sect so that the Sect could eliminate these black-clothed men.

"You all did very well. Being able to tell me about these discoveries is a great merit for the Sect," Ye Zhiqiu said, looking at Lin Feng and the other three with an appreciative expression.

"I will immediately report this to the Sect, and they will dispatch experts to investigate and eliminate these black-clothed men."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng and the other three all breathed a sigh of relief. They knew that with the Sect's intervention, these black-clothed men would have nowhere to hide. They could also Cultivate with peace of mind and improve their strength.

"Yes, Martial Uncle Ye," Lin Feng and the other three said in unison.

Ye Zhiqiu nodded slightly and said, "You all go back and rest. I will handle this matter."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng and the other three bid him farewell and departed.

They knew that although they had rendered meritorious service to the Sect, their strength was still far from enough. They had to Cultivate even harder to go further in the turbulent Cultivation World of the future.

Upon returning to their respective residences, Lin Feng and the other three all began to go into seclusion to Cultivate and improve their strength. Only with sufficient strength could they establish themselves in the Cultivation World and protect themselves and those around them.

After listening to Lin Feng and the other three's report, Ye Zhiqiu also immediately reported the matter to the Sect. Upon learning of this, the Sect also attached great importance to it and immediately dispatched a group of experts to the outer Qingyun Mountain Range to investigate and eliminate these black-clothed men.

After a period of investigation and tracking, the Sect's experts finally found the black-clothed men's lair and successfully eliminated them.