The two city lords were both injured. There were only about 10 beast soldiers left. They were all seriously injured and on the verge of death. They were only able to return alive because they were on their last breaths.
Huanhuan and the other five witch doctors were woken up in the middle of the night to help save them.
A chaotic night passed.
The two city lords finally survived. The dozen or so beast soldiers who made it back were all dead, and not a single one of them could be saved.
In just one night, they had lost a hundred beast soldiers.
This was undoubtedly a very painful blow to them.
According to military law, Shuang Yun punished the city lords of Black Crystal City and Blue Crystal City.
When he returned to the tent angrily, he saw Huanhuan in a daze.
He stroked her head. “What are you thinking about?”
“I’m wondering why the demon race’s army set up an ambush in advance. How did they know we were going to raid tonight?”
Shuang Yun was stunned. “You mean someone leaked the news?”
“Maybe. I can’t be sure.” Huanhuan thought for a moment. “Forget it. Let’s not think about this for now. When we’re fighting alongside each other, it’s taboo to be suspicious of each other. We can’t fight among ourselves before we defeat the demons.”
“Mhm.”
Although Huanhuan did not mention this again, Shuang Yun could not help but make guesses every time he saw the five city lords.
They were the only ones who knew about the raid plan. Had one of them leaked the news?
Just as Shuang Yun was thinking about this, Xuan Wei suddenly came.
He looked the same. His face was hidden behind a metal mask, and he was wearing heavy metal armor. He stood in front of Huanhuan like a tall mountain, looking intimidating.
Huanhuan was very happy to see him. “I’ve explained the situation to the prophet. He’s revoked the arrest warrant for you. You can go back to being a divine guard now.”
“I already know about this. That’s why I came to see you.”
Huanhuan looked puzzled.
Xuan Wei said unhurriedly, “Before I came to the Black River, I specially returned to the City of 10,000 Beasts. The prophet personally met me and appointed me to investigate the truth behind Mather’s murder.”
Huanhuan quickly asked, “Did you find anything?”
“It’s a long story. Let me tell you briefly. Mather was killed because he knew something he shouldn’t.”
Huanhuan sensed something unusual.
“What did Mather know?”
Xuan Wei first looked at her, then at Bai Di, Shuang Yun, and Xue Ling beside her. He said seriously, “This matter is confidential. Logically speaking, I shouldn’t tell you, but now that you’re fighting the demons, I’ll reveal a little information to you.”
Huanhuan’s curiosity was piqued by his words, and she quickly covered her mouth. “I promise not to tell anyone.”
Bai Di stroked her head and looked at Xuan Wei. “Just say what you want to say. Don’t keep us in suspense.”
Xuan Wei lowered his voice. “Do you remember how Bi Huan died?”
Xue Ling said, “I heard from Xue Hui that Bi Huan was killed by Qian Ye and Xue Hui because he lost his mind and became bloodthirsty after becoming a demon.”
“Then do you know why Bi Huan was demonized?”
Huanhuan thought for a moment. “It’s because of Witch Doctor Tao Wei.”
Xuan Wei was a little surprised. “How did you know?”
“Before Bi Huan died, he mentioned Tao Wei’s name. After going back, I thought about it. I guessed he was involved in Bi Huan’s demonization.”
Xuan Wei nodded. “It’s indeed because of Tao Wei’s instigation that Bi Huan degraded himself and was demonized. Bi Huan isn’t the only one who was demonized, though. There are also traitors in the 10,000 Beasts Temple!”
Not only Huanhuan, but even Bai Di, Shuang Yun, and Xue Ling looked surprised.
Traitors had appeared in the temple!
Xuan Wei said solemnly, “Mather accidentally found out about this. He wanted to use this matter to threaten the other party and obtain benefits. In the end, he was killed to silence him. Coincidentally, you saw Mather at that time. In order to hide the truth, the murderer schemed to frame you for murder.”
Huanhuan came to a realization. “I was indeed a scapegoat!”
Shuang Yun urged, “You haven’t said who the real murderer is.”
Xuan Wei said, “I’m still investigating this matter. I’ve made some progress, but I can’t tell you yet.”
Bai Di analyzed the situation calmly. “Mather threatened the other party so that he could gain something, which means the other party is in a high position in the temple and who can provide him with a lot of benefits. That’s why Mather took the risk to threaten him.”
Xue Ling continued, “In the entire 10,000 Beasts Temple, the person with the highest status is either the prophet or the Elders’ Association. The possibility of the prophet having been demonized is too low. For the time being, we’ll eliminate him as a suspect. Then, the only suspect is the Elders’ Association.”
Shuang Yun was very surprised. “The real murderer is hiding in the Elders’ Association?”
Xuan Wei looked at them helplessly. “Even if you guys have guessed it, don’t say it aloud. If you rashly point the finger at the Elders’ Association before I find conclusive evidence, it’ll easily alert the enemy.”
Huanhuan stroked her chin and thought. “I think First Elder is the most suspicious.”
“Oh?”
“He has it in for me. Every time he sees me, he wants to stab me with his eyes. Maybe he killed Mather, so that’s why he couldn’t wait to kill me to cover up the truth. That way, there’d be no evidence.”
Xuan Wei said calmly, “First Elder is indeed very suspicious. He’s old. Logically speaking, he should abdicate in a few years, but since he’s been in power for so long, it’ll be difficult for him to let go of it. He can’t bear to abdicate, so he needs to become stronger and have a stronger body. The demons can give him all these things.”
Huanhuan quickly said, “You have to arrest this old guy who will do anything to satisfy his desire!”
“Without conclusive evidence, I can’t arrest him. After all, he’s the head of the Elders’ Association. There are many forces supporting him. I can’t act rashly.”
“Then what are you going to do? Are you just going to drag it out with him?”
Xuan Wei said, “I came to the Black River to look for evidence.”
Huanhuan was very puzzled. “What evidence can there be here? First Elder has never been to the Black River.”
“He hasn’t been here, but his accomplices have.”
Huanhuan was stunned. “That old guy has accomplices?”
“I just said that Bi Huan isn’t the only beast who has been demonized. In addition to First Elder, there are also a few envoys and witch doctors. I found out that one of the five witch doctors who came to the Black River this time is an accomplice of First Elder. That guy is hiding among you. I’m afraid he’s up to no good. I’m going to capture him and get evidence from him. Then, I’ll capture First Elder.”
