"The wisp of soul that was extracted from Grandpa is still here!"
Jian Sheng recalled the knowledge she had read before, her tone gradually firming up.
"After someone took a wisp of Grandpa's soul, they didn't destroy it immediately but preserved it."
"This explains why Grandpa was fine even after his soul was extracted."
"One reason is that only a very small part was taken, and the second is that the extracted part was still preserved."
"The different parts of the soul are interconnected, which is why Grandpa's reactions were delayed, but he still appeared mostly normal."
"This is also why, when I met Grandpa for the first time, I didn't sense anything amiss!"
"If his divine soul had been damaged, I would have noticed it immediately!"
Jian Sheng clenched her small fists, her eyes growing brighter.
"The soul is inherently a whole; even when separated, it remains complete."
"A complete soul naturally cannot be repaired!"
Jian Xiu Huan's mind raced, thinking about what had happened more than ten years ago and who would have targeted his father.
However, he was too young then and had no understanding of family matters.
This matter would have to be discussed with his eldest brother.
Jian Jun Yu sent a message to Jian Jun Tan, stating that something extremely urgent required his immediate return.
It concerned the elder and the truth behind the past events.
After sending the message, Jian Jun Yu felt somewhat dejected.
He was also over ten years old ten years ago, almost a full generation older than Sheng Sheng now.
How could the gap between people be so vast?
He re-digested what Jian Sheng had said in his mind.
Having rebuilt his worldview, Jian Jun Yu did not immediately inquire about how to treat the elder.
Instead, he asked, "If the person back then had destroyed Grandpa's soul immediately instead of preserving it, what would have happened to him now?"
Jian Sheng remained silent for a moment, "Perhaps, he would have become completely foolish."
The consequences of a damaged soul were not something an ordinary mortal could bear.
This discovery also served as a reminder for Jian Sheng.
Since this was the world she had once inhabited, it was not surprising to encounter such mysterious events.
Although due to the spiritual desolation of the secular world, most cultivators had gone to the Cultivation Realm.
Still, many outer disciples of major sects were stationed in the secular world.
Furthermore, some cultivators who were not top-tier had actively given up the opportunity to go to the Cultivation Realm, choosing instead to live freely in the secular world.
Among these people, it was inevitable that some might stray from the righteous path and cause trouble in the human world.
Jian Sheng and Jian Jun Yu fell into silence.
Chen Yu Ling wanted to interject, but seeing the solemn expressions of the two, one older and one younger, she chose to remain silent.
The eerie atmosphere was broken by Jian Jun Yu's phone ringing.
"Little brother, what happened? Why the rush?"
"Big brother, you need to come back quickly; it's a matter of earth-shattering importance."
With a few brief sentences, the two hung up.
About half an hour later, Jian Jun Tan arrived in a hurry.
However, only the three Jian siblings, Jian Sheng, and Grandpa Jian were present.
Chen Yu Ling and the others were asked to leave. Before they departed, Jian Jun Yu repeatedly cautioned them not to reveal any of this information to the elderly matriarch.
The matriarch was already elderly and could not withstand such a shock.
Jian Jun Yu recounted everything that had happened that day, starting from going to find Grandpa, leaving no detail out.
Jian Jun Tan listened quietly, his eyes constantly shifting.
He did not interrupt Jian Jun Yu's narration.
After Jian Jun Yu finished, Jian Jun Tan, with a stern expression, asked, "Where is the physical examination report?"
Jian Jun Yu was prepared and handed the report on the table over.
Jian Jun Tan read the report while also observing Grandpa Jian.
Although Grandpa was present, he did not pay attention to their conversation.
He sat by the balcony, gazing into a potted plant in a daze.
Jian Jun Tan compared the report with Grandpa's physical condition and finally uttered four words.
"Incomprehensible."
Jian Jun Yu offered a wry smile, "It truly is incomprehensible. If I hadn't been at the scene myself, I wouldn't be able to believe it either."
"Big brother, I asked you to come back not only to tell you about this matter but also to ask if there was anything unusual when Father passed the mantle to you."
"When exactly did Father start showing signs of abnormality? Did he meet anyone at that time?"
"Big brother, you don't know, but now that I think about the people I interacted with during that period, whether familiar or strangers, I feel a chill down my spine."
Jian Jun Tan patted his shoulder.
"Don't overthink it; you still have me, brother. Besides..."
His gaze shifted to the young girl, held by his younger sister, whom he had only met once.
Their first meeting was at the family banquet when his younger sister returned to the fold.
He learned more about her when his son, who rarely called him, asked for his help.
While investigating the transfer records and phone numbers, he also learned about the circumstances of the events.
A pitiable young girl.
This was Jian Jun Tan's deepest impression of his young niece.
Recalling the pale, bloodless face of the little girl at the press conference, Jian Jun Tan softened his tone.
"Sheng Sheng, can you tell your uncle what you can?"
Jian Sheng frowned in distress, "It seems... I can't really say much?"
Jian Jun Tan nodded, indicating his understanding.
If Sheng Sheng had come into contact with hidden masters or even celestial beings.
If she had simply received a gift, that would be one thing. But if she had been fortunate enough to be accepted as a disciple by a master.
Then, whatever Sheng Sheng had encountered could be considered a sect secret, and it would be normal not to reveal it to outsiders.
After taking over the Jian family, Jian Jun Tan had also come across some hidden secrets.
With evidence, he chose to believe what his younger brother had told him.
Just as he thought he wouldn't get any supernatural information from Jian Sheng.
The young girl suddenly formed a strange hand seal.
The next moment.
A hazy, clear light spilled from the young girl's hands.
Being bathed in this clear light felt like soaking in a hot spring, washing away all fatigue.
Every cell seemed to be dancing, celebrating rebirth and transformation.
Even without examination, they could feel that minor ailments within their bodies were all dispelled at this moment.
Jian Jun Tan's gaze inadvertently swept over.
He saw a plant within the range of the clear light growing rapidly with vigorous vitality, unrestrainedly blooming with life force.
Everyone present widened their eyes simultaneously.
They stared blankly at this miraculous scene.
This was the first time Jian Sheng had unleashed such a wide-ranging spell since her rebirth.
A single healing spell had almost depleted all the spiritual energy she had recovered.
Jian Jun Ruo snapped back to reality, seeing her daughter's pale, exhausted face.
She quickly scooped up the little one into her arms, her heart aching immensely.
Regardless of any spells, was anything more important than her own child's health?
Jian Jun Tan felt a pang of regret, believing that his words and his skeptical attitude had made Sheng Sheng so eager to prove herself.
Within his heart, he felt even more pity and affection for the young girl.