Chapter 643: line with translation of chapter title

643. Chapter 641: Initial Resolution of the Predicament

Lu Yuan, I've also discovered some strange places.

Su Liyan said in a tense tone.

Lu Yuan and the elder immediately turned to look at her.

"Please speak." Lu Yuan asked concernedly.

Su Liyan detailed the problem she had discovered.

Originally, in past test records, several similar but subtly different spoiled pill situations would always appear.

This aroused her suspicion, and she began making some changes in the test process.

As a result, she firmly believed someone was intentionally causing the spoiled pills to appear in subtly different forms to conceal the truth.

"It seems we have headed in the right direction."

The elder said with a solemn expression, "We need to ensure each test is as close to perfect as possible."

After returning to Lei Huo Dan Ge, Lu Yuan and the elder immediately launched a series of experiments to verify their earlier speculation.

They selected a common material for the experiment and mastered every detail of the production process.

Before the experiment began, Lu Yuan specially gathered all the disciples participating in the test for a brief training.

He explained to everyone the purpose of the test and the details to watch for in each step.

These disciples were all focused, committing every word Lu Yuan said to memory.

Soon after the experiment began, they found that the problematic spoiled pills did not reappear; instead, they obtained a flawless Lei Huo Dan.

The elder and Lu Yuan excitedly kept nodding in praise.

"This verification was very successful!"

The elder said excitedly, "We've found the source of the problem!"

Lu Yuan nodded with a smile, "Yeah, only through experimentation can we determine the problem and take the correct solution."

"Next, I will further investigate other suppliers."

The elder looked at Lu Yuan's serious and determined gaze, deeply feeling his resolve not to yield and to save Lei Huo Dan Ge.

"Sect Master Lu, rest assured, I will fully support your investigation."

The elder said solemnly, "I believe you will surely find the truth."

Lu Yuan nodded, thanking the elder for his support, and at the same time made up his mind to nip this calamity in the bud.

He understood that only by uncovering the mastermind behind the scenes could Lei Huo Dan Ge truly regain its former glory.

The next day, Lu Yuan launched his investigation.

Dressed in ordinary clothes, he mingled in the bustling market, carefully observing the transactions and actions between shops and suppliers.

"What's going on with this cloth shop?" Lu Yuan thought to himself.

He discovered that the supplier of this cloth shop seemed more active than other shops.

After some reconnaissance and use of the Detection Technique, Lu Yuan confirmed that this cloth shop had a problem.

Over the following days, Lu Yuan secretly tailed and investigated several suspicious shops.

Whenever he obtained key information, he used a transmission formation to relay the intelligence to Su Liyan and the elder.

As Lu Yuan continued his investigation, one shocking truth after another surfaced.

It turned out those shops had secretly participated in a massive conspiracy plot aimed at destroying the reputation and standing of Lei Huo Dan Ge.

Lu Yuan decided to first apprehend one of the suspected shops for investigation, hoping to trace the mastermind.

He dispatched Su Liyan to infiltrate the shop under a disguise.

Su Liyan's makeup and attire completely altered her appearance, giving her a kind and friendly look.

After infiltrating the shop, she quickly obtained some valuable clues.

This made Lu Yuan even more convinced they were about to uncover the truth of the entire conspiracy.

That night, Lu Yuan and the elder gathered all members, informing them they had found several suspects and planned to set out the next day to capture them.

The Supreme Dao Ancestor also came by invitation to support them, and told everyone he had already reported the crisis facing Lei Huo Dan Ge to the Tian Ting, receiving their support.

He would personally intervene at the critical moment.

Early the next morning, Lu Yuan led the group to the shop where the suspects gathered.

They cooperated skillfully, easily capturing these individuals amidst the chaos.

As Lu Yuan looked down at the captured suspects, his tense nerves finally relaxed.

"What role did you play in the conspiracy?" Lu Yuan asked coldly.

The suspects looked at Lu Yuan expressionlessly, saying nothing.

"Tell me, or you will bear the consequences."

Lu Yuan's tone shifted, revealing the powerful aura hidden within him.

The suspects immediately sensed a strong killing intent and, terrified, confessed the truth.

It turned out these shops were manipulated by a senior cultivator; they only joined the conspiracy after receiving massive bribes.

"Continue the investigation."

Lu Yuan ordered, "We must find the mastermind and make him pay."

Everyone responded in unison.

Lu Yuan stared at the captured suspects, a hint of killing intent rising in his heart.

Those who betrayed Lei Huo Dan Ge not only damaged their reputation, but also hurt his and each disciple's feelings.

They must uncover this mastermind and make him pay.

The group continued the investigation, and Lu Yuan decided to first go to the Cold Frost Pavilion in Heavenly Wind City, a place specially prepared for him to cultivate.

The elder arranged this private space for him, both to acknowledge his contributions and talent and to further assist him in researching the spirit vein method.

Lu Yuan and his party arrived at the Cold Frost Pavilion, this magnificent building rising from the ground, shining with white light in the sunlight.

The entire pavilion exuded a chilling cold aura, making one feel as if immersed in an icy snowy world.

After entering the Cold Frost Pavilion, Lu Yuan felt a rich spiritual energy surrounding him.

This place is probably the most suitable for cultivation and researching immortal arts.

The elder accompanied Lu Yuan as they walked through the hall, stopping in a spacious bright room.

"Sect Master Lu, this is your private cultivation place."

The elder pointed at the room and said.

Lu Yuan surveyed this tranquil and independent cultivation site, filled with emotion.

He could freely research the spirit vein method here, seeking a true path to revival for Lei Huo Dan Ge.

"Elder, thank you for your arrangement."

Lu Yuan sincerely thanked, saying, "I will devote myself fully to researching the spirit vein method and bring a new breakthrough to Lei Huo Dan Ge."

The elder smiled and nodded, saying, "I believe you can definitely do it."

"However, if you encounter any difficulties in practice, remember to contact me promptly."

"We must support each other."

Lu Yuan solemnly nodded in agreement.

He knew well that, in the various difficulties Lei Huo Dan Ge would face in the future, the elder was his most trustworthy partner and supporter.

Night fell, the lights within Lei Huo Dan Ge in Heavenly Wind City blazed brightly, as Lu Yuan and Elder Huang sat in a simple modest house, contemplating.

Elder Huang took a sip of tea, turned his gaze to Lu Yuan: "Sect Master Lu, we have already resolved more than half of Lei Huo Dan Ge's internal problems."

"Your talent and ability truly exceed my expectations." (End of chapter)