Beautiful CEO's Super Expert

"A few days before the New Year, but as for how he died, I haven't heard any explanation."

Mu Fan sneered, clearly showing not a shred of sympathy for Hua Xinglong's death.

It's no surprise, after all, Mu Fan and his sister were the previous leaders of the Heavenly Moon Tribe and also the children of the Miao King, naturally hating Hua Xinglong to the core for his rebellion!

Su Chen felt even more that this matter was quite strange!

Although standing as a friend of Mu Fan and his sister, Su Chen also had no fondness for Hua Xinglong!

However, for the dignified Miao King to die just like that, he couldn't help but find it odd and abrupt!

"Actually, back then he obtained the Miao King's throne through those means, and his promise of rotating the position of Miao King was never fulfilled, making him a king everyone was disgruntled with! Moreover, he hadn't acquired the 'Spirit Insect Manual,' making his position even more unstable!"

Mu Fan continued:

"It's just that everyone was intimidated by the strength of their Cang Lang Tribe, so they dared not speak out even if they were angry! So now that he suddenly died, aside from the Cang Lang Tribe, the other tribes were all secretly delighted!"

Su Chen, after listening to the siblings' explanation, understood a bit more.

Of course, it was precisely because Hua Xinglong died that the siblings were temporarily safe!

"By the way, when is the Saint Witch selection?"

Su Chen immediately asked.

Although he was doubtful about Hua Xinglong's sudden death, he wasn't overly concerned, as it didn't directly involve him.

"It should have started long ago, but because of Hua Xinglong's incident, it's been delayed. A new Miao King must be elected first before the Saint Witch selection can proceed!"

Mu Fan said, then looked at Su Chen:

"By the way, Brother Su, why are you so interested in the Saint Witch selection?"

Since Su Chen had asked about the Saint Witch selection before during a call, asking again now seemed rather unusual.

"It's like this, my wife has been afflicted by a special Gu, and only the one who cast it or the Saint Witch can cure it."

Su Chen didn't hide it, speaking frankly.

"I see, no wonder Brother Su would come to our Miaojiang."

Mu Fan said after hearing him:

"Do you know who cast the Gu?"

"The old lady of the Hua Family!"

Su Chen's eyes shot out a blazing intensity of hatred, and if she weren't also one of Lin Ruoxue's hopes, he would have killed the old woman immediately!

"Her?"

Mu Fan and Mu Ling'er were both startled after hearing Su Chen's words.

Although they hadn't been back in the village for long, they had heard of this old woman!

"Brother Su, if it were anyone else, there might still be a sliver of hope, but if it's her, it's utterly impossible to make her lift the curse."

Mu Fan stated solemnly.

"Yes, I've heard of her too; she's truly a heartless person!"

Mu Ling'er said with a bit of seriousness:

"Hua Xinglong was her son, but his death had no effect on her; her entire focus is still on researching Gu Techniques! Apart from that, she cares about nothing else!"

"Everyone's evaluation of her comes down to one word—obsessive!"

Hearing the siblings' words, Su Chen's heart sank a little!

"Actually, it'd be best if Ling'er could become the Saint Witch; that way, she could help Brother Su!"

Mu Fan smiled at his sister while saying.

"I hope so too!"

Su Chen smiled and said.

"Actually, I originally wasn't planning to participate in the selection, because my initial intention in returning was merely to avoid Hua Xinglong's people's pursuit."

Mu Ling'er said, then smiled brightly:

"But for Mr. Su, I will give it my all this time!"

"Thank you so much!"

Su Chen said sincerely.

"No need, no need, considering how much you've helped us before, it's what I should do. But I'm not sure if I'll be selected; if not..."

Mu Ling'er said.

"Don't bear too much burden; your thoughtfulness already touches me deeply!"

Su Chen smiled and said.

The three of them continued to chat casually as they walked forward.

"Xiao Fan, Ling'er, you're back!"

Just then, a few figures appeared ahead, with a young man in his late twenties leading them, followed by a few others all dressed in Miao attire.

Upon seeing Mu Fan and his sister, he immediately greeted them with a radiant smile.

"Brother Zhuo, why are you here?"

The siblings exclaimed excitedly upon seeing the visitor.

"Father was a bit worried, so he sent me to pick you up."

The young man said with a smile, then turned his eyes towards Su Chen, warmly saying:

"And this must be Brother Su? I've heard a lot about you from these two, and we really owe much to Brother Su for his great help!"

"It was nothing, really."

Su Chen said with a faint smile.

"Uncle Shi insisted on it, despite my saying it wasn't necessary. It's such a hassle for you to come all the way!"

Mu Fan said apologetically.

"Oh, it's nothing!"

The young man laughed heartily:

"I've been wanting to meet this friend you two have so fondly mentioned!"

"Oh, I haven't officially introduced you yet!"

Mu Fan said, patting his head:

"Brother Su, this is the son of Uncle Shi whom I told you about, Shi Zhuo; Brother Haoran, this is Su Chen, Brother Su."

"Nice to meet you!"

Shi Zhuo extended a hand with a smile.

"Likewise."

Out of respect for Mu Fan and his sister, Su Chen also extended a hand for a light shake.

Although Shi Zhuo appeared very warm, Su Chen couldn't help but sense a deliberate intention!

"Oh, by the way, how did you know I was coming?"

Su Chen asked, acting casual.

"Well, it really was just a coincidence. When you called me yesterday, Ling'er and I were at Uncle Shi's place."

Before Shi Zhuo could answer, Mu Fan smilingly explained.

"I see."

Su Chen said thoughtfully.

"Alright, let's move on, we've still got some distance to cover!"

Shi Zhuo said with a slight twitch in his heart, then smiled.

The group walked for several more hours, finally emerging from the dense primal forest, reaching the inhabited regions where the Miao people lived.

The first thing to greet the eye was a stilt house, followed by a spacious square paved with bluestone bricks!

"Usually, our major Miao activities are held in this square!"

Mu Ling'er said with a smile to Su Chen.

Su Chen glanced into the distance, noticing that the villages seemed close to each other, yet in reality, there was quite a gap between them, all built along the mountains!

"Come with me first."

Shi Zhuo said.

"Brother Su, what do you think? Uncle Shi's Red Hawk Tribe is closer, while our Heavenly Moon Tribe still has a long way to go."

Mu Fan asked Su Chen, though he also leaned towards Shi Zhuo's suggestion.

"Alright, I'll trouble you then."

Su Chen had no objections, and besides, he wanted to meet the Uncle Shi whom the siblings admired so much...