The Precious Jade (Hidden)

Chapter 12

It was after lunch that Lan Xichen found himself sitting as a guest in the Sword Practice Hall, while watching with astonished eyes as Jiang Cheng singlehandedly handled the workload of eight people in an extremely short time. Due to Cao Huaizhen's betrayal, Jiang Cheng personally supervised the searching for clues to prevent the culprits from escaping Lotus Pier. The Jiang Sect Leader had also questioned those who had followed him to Tongbai Mountain that day.

After a while, another doctor reported Cao Huaizhen had indeed taken Jia Furong, but his body became like this for unknown reasons. Not long after the report was made, someone invited Jiang Cheng somewhere, and it wasn't long before Jiang Cheng left, when someone anxiously came and asked where the sect leader was.

Several times Lan Xichen wanted to step forward to help, but after thinking about it, he held back.

Jiang Cheng's right-hand had brought some food to the table, and Lan Xichen saw they were all bland but exquisitely prepared dishes, steaming hot and appetizing, presumably specially prepared for him.

"The Sect Leader has ordered that, although some disturbances have occurred today, to not neglect Sect Leader Lan." The Head Disicple remarked respectfully, "If the tea and food are not to your taste, please tell me directly, no need to be hesitant."

"Thank you." After being so busy, Jiang Cheng still remembered him, and Lan Xichen felt somewhat touched. "Where is Sect Leader Jiang? Has he eaten yet?"

The Head Disciple shook his head. "With such a big incident happening today, I doubt the Sect Leader will eat anything."

Lan Xichen had already picked up the chopsticks, but after hearing the man's reply, he slowly put them down. "Is Sect Leader Jiang usually this busy?"

"Naturally, there are times when he is not busy," he answered. "However, all affairs of the sect, whether big or small, are linked to our sect leader, and it is common that he cannot eat or sleep because of it."

"Sect Leader Jiang does everything so personally?"

The Head Disciple smiled wryly and shook his head. "Of course, we are willing to share our sect leader's concerns, but some things we can't help with. After all, we are not blood relatives, so it is not easy to intervene. As far as the Sect Leader is concerned, he cannot completely trust us."

"If you are loyal, even with a different surname, why can't he trust you?"

"Your words are correct." The Head Disciple glanced at Lan Xichen, with a rather sad expression on his face, "But, after all, it is hard to distinguish people's true intentions. Since I entered the Jiang Sect, the sect leader has treated me and Cao Huaizhen with preference and trust. The other disciples have also given their trust. Yet as you have witnessed today, our trust has not been reciprocated."

Lan Xichen was stunned and gave a brief nod. "It is true that not all trust can give a good result."

"For the Jiang Sect, the misplaced trust of the sect leader could bring disaster to the sect." The Head Disciples words were full of worry, "I'm afraid the sect leader will become even busier."

"......"

"Ah, I'm sorry I interrupted your meal by letting you listen to my complaints." The Head Disciple spoke with a smile as he apologized, "I'm going to retire first if you need anything, ask the disciples."

"Thank you."

Lan Xichen did not move to pick up his chopsticks until after the Head Disciple had left. However, the young man's words echoed in his heart over and over again. Compared to Jiang Cheng, he has his uncle, Wangji, and dozens of seniors who love him. 'This leader is really relaxed.' Lan Xichen couldn't help but secretly admire him. Yet how long could Jiang Cheng's body survive without eating? How was his condition? Could it be that besides waiting here, he really couldn't help at all? Lan Xichen gave out a sigh subconsciously. He had never felt so helpless, his heart was extremely anxious, but there was nothing he could do.