“Why not?! Is the Blazing Days Sect refusing to obey us, their affiliated head?!”
“Precisely,” Sect Leader Liang Feng said with a sigh. “They are no longer affiliated with us.”
“This letter and scroll were sent alongside their notice of ending their affiliation as a gesture to us. They have new owners who bought them,” Liang Feng continued, his voice steady but tinged with concern.
Elder Qin took a deep breath, visibly calming himself. “If that is so, we must ask the new management for cooperation. We cannot have our sect’s mansion’s architectural plans out in the open, especially not with bandits.”
Elder Lu Cha nodded in agreement. “What Elder Qin says is true. We need to negotiate with the new leaders of the Blazing Days Sect to conduct this investigation. If the architectural plans are with the same bandits who kidnapped our young master and mistress recently, then this might be part of an organized crime syndicate planning an assault on our sect.”
Sect Leader Liang Feng smiled inwardly but kept his expression neutral. “I agree. That’s why I think we should move all the valuable items from the Mu Mansion to the Blazing Sun Mansion for safekeeping.”
Elder Qin’s eyes widened in surprise. This was unexpected. The valuable items, especially Edina’s inheritance, were being safeguarded in the Mu Mansion. The Mu family had plans to stage a heist to secure that inheritance for themselves. “Sect Leader, are you certain this is the best course of action?”
Liang Feng nodded. “Yes, Elder Qin. We cannot risk those items falling into the wrong hands. The recent kidnappings and the discovery of the architectural plans indicate that our security has been compromised. Moving the valuables to a more secure location is a prudent measure.”
Elder Qin, attempting to mask his internal conflict, responded, “I understand your reasoning, Sect Leader. However, the logistics of moving such valuable items require careful planning. We must ensure that the transfer is secure and discreet.”
Elder Lu Cha chimed in, “I agree with Elder Qin. The transfer must be meticulously planned. We should also consider increasing the security around the Blazing Sun Mansion during this process.”
Liang Feng nodded. “Absolutely. We will need to assemble a trusted team to oversee the transfer and ensure that all precautions are taken. I will personally supervise the operation to guarantee its success.”
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Elder Dao Cha Mo, who had been silent until now, spoke up. “Sect Leader, while I agree with the plan, we must also address the root cause of these security breaches. We need to identify and neutralize the threat. Moving the valuables is a temporary solution. We need a permanent one.”
Liang Feng acknowledged this with a solemn nod. “You’re right, Elder Dao. Our top priority must be to investigate the origin of these plans and the bandit group responsible. We must also secure cooperation from the new owners of the Blazing Days Sect to conduct a thorough investigation in the Dongu Region.”
Elder Qin leaned forward, a determined look on his face. “I propose we send an envoy to the new management immediately. We must convey the urgency of the situation and request their assistance in tracking down these criminals.”
Liang Feng agreed. “An excellent idea. Elder Qin, however in the meantime we should move the valuables into Blazing Sun Mansion also would you be willing to lead this delegation? Your experience and diplomatic skills will be invaluable in securing their cooperation.”
Elder Qin nodded, his voice betraying a hint of reluctance. “I will handle the preparations for it.” Without the support of Li Mei and Han, Elder Qin found himself alone in opposing the sect leader’s decisions. He had no choice but to agree to move Edina’s inheritance into the Blazing Sun Mansion.
This was all part of Senior Edina’s plan. The reason she wanted to buy the Blazing Days Sect was not just for the Black Red Steel Ore mine in Hin Lake. Since the Blazing Days Sect was part of the Blazing Dawn Sect, sending an important message about their security was straightforward. However, once the Blazing Days Sect was purchased and had severed ties with the Blazing Dawn Sect, the Blazing Dawn Sect would have no authority over them. They would have to conduct a personal investigation to find the culprit behind the architectural plan. As a safety measure, they would undoubtedly move the inheritance, and Liang Feng would take the initiative to transfer it to the Blazing Sun Mansion, the most secure place in the Blazing Dawn Sect.
This move effectively thwarted Aunt Li Mei and the entire Mu family's plan of staging a heist to pocket the inheritance. The detailed architectural plan of the Mu Mansion was originally kept in the Jinwei Mansion by Edina’s father when she was eight years old. Copies of all mansion plans were stored there, a fact known only to her mother, father, and herself.
Edina had asked the sect leader of the Blazing Days Sect to write a letter and had her head maid in Jinwei Mansion deliver the plan. By orchestrating this, she faked a leak, making it appear as though a bandit group was targeting the Mu Mansion coupled with the fact that Edina, Wei and Lin were just recently kidnapped, it worked flawlessly.
Sect Leader Liang Feng, having just concluded the urgent meeting with the elders, knew that swift action was crucial. The discovery of the architectural plans of the Mu Mansion could not be taken lightly. He penned a carefully worded letter to Blazing Days Sect, explaining the situation and requesting their cooperation in investigating the matter.
Blazing Days Sect, Dongu Village, Gunghua Province
Junior Edina stirred in her bed as the first rays of the morning sun filtered through the curtains. The warmth of the sunlight blended with the gentle breeze coming from Hin Lake, creating a serene and calming atmosphere. She stretched languidly, feeling the softness of the silk sheets against her skin.
Edina rose and walked to the window, pushing the delicate paper screen aside. The view of Hin Lake was breathtaking. The water shimmered under the golden light of dawn, and the surrounding greenery was lush and vibrant. Birds chirped melodiously, adding to the tranquility of the scene.
She took a deep breath, inhaling the fresh air mixed with the scent of blooming flowers. The lake, with its calm surface and the occasional ripple caused by a passing fish, seemed like a symbol of the peace she sought to bring to the region.