The one who died was his disciple, while they preferred to avoid unnecessary entanglements, as the sect's master, failing to address this incident would severely undermine his authority in the future. Moreover, the disciples within their sect predominantly hailed from influential families. He was obligated to provide a satisfactory explanation to the bereaved family.
Meanwhile, the Azure Emperor returned to the tranquil seclusion of Yunxiao Mountain, paying little mind to the three children who trailed behind him. He retreated directly into the depths of his cave abode, his thoughts unreadable.
