Jiang Wuming also had a ghost-faced mask.
Four years ago, when Jiang Wuming was about to leave Longhu Mountain to forge his own path, Tian Long Daoist gave him a ghost-faced mask and instructed him to wear it to avoid his identity being exposed.
This was because Jiang Wuming was too young.
At that time, he was only sixteen years old and had already stepped one foot into the War God realm.
If this news were to spread, it would surely shake the world!
Jiang Wuming would then become the focus of global attention and be investigated thoroughly.
In that case, Jiang Wuming's background might be uncovered, leading to a deadly peril!
As per Master Tian Long Daoist's instructions, Jiang Wuming had worn the ghost-faced mask for every mission since founding the War God Hall.
This was also why people referred to him as the Ghost-Faced War God.
Even within the War God Hall, apart from the few individuals like Dongfang Xiaoyao, Xing Tian, and Qin Xiaozhi, no one else had seen Jiang Wuming's true face.
At this moment, upon hearing about the ghost-faced mask, Jiang Wuming's first thought was that the mysterious person mentioned by Su Yuanshan might be related to Tian Long Daoist!
"Guifang, Shiyun, Wuming, although I had my reasons for expelling you from the Su family back then, you have suffered too much hardship and grievance over these years. The Su family and I are truly sorry for what you've endured!"
Just as Jiang Wuming suspected the mysterious person's connection to Tian Long Daoist, Su Yuanshan said with self-reproach.
"Dad, we don't blame you at all!" Liu Guifang quickly replied.
"Yes, Grandpa, you did it for our and the Su family's safety. You don't need to blame yourself or feel guilty," Su Shiyun added in agreement.
"Wuming, do you blame me, Grandpa?" Su Yuanshan looked at Jiang Wuming.
"Grandpa Su, if I were in your shoes, I would have made the same choice." Jiang Wuming indirectly provided his answer.
Originally, he had planned to take Liu Guifang and Su Shiyun to find Su Yuanshan and get a clear explanation.
Now that the truth was out, how could he possibly blame Su Yuanshan?
Moreover, Su Yuanshan cared so much about his opinion, even knowing he wasn't a descendant of the Su family?
"It's good that you don't blame me."
Su Yuanshan breathed a sigh of relief and then said, "Alright, everything that needed to be said has been said. Pack your things, and let's go home. Although the Su family is facing some trouble now and isn't as glorious as before, it's still better than you staying here."
"Grandpa Su, what trouble is the Su family facing?" Jiang Wuming asked.
"Someone is targeting our Su family, suppressing the Su Corporation. We haven't figured out the exact details yet."
As Su Yuanshan spoke, he couldn't help but frown, then he looked at Su Shiyun and said, "By the way, Shiyun, after you return to the Su family, I plan to hand over the Su Corporation for you to manage."
"Ah—"
Su Shiyun was startled.
"I'm getting old, and my energy isn't what it used to be. Your uncles are all more useless than the last. If the Su Corporation is handed over to them, it will be finished sooner or later."
Su Yuanshan said with disappointment in his sons.
"Grandpa, I will do my best to manage the Su Corporation if you entrust it to me, but I'm afraid I might disappoint you."
Su Shiyun hesitated for a moment, ultimately not refusing Su Yuanshan's offer, but she was somewhat worried about her own capabilities.
"Shiyun, you've performed exceptionally well since taking charge of the Liu family's business, especially in resisting the Zheng family's retaliation. I'm amazed by your ability. Grandpa believes in your capabilities."
Su Yuanshan smiled slightly, but his brow remained furrowed.
Seeing this, Jiang Wuming knew that the Su family was in significant trouble, but he didn't ask immediately, deciding instead to have Qin Xiaozhi investigate.
Afterward, while Liu Guifang and Su Shiyun were packing, Jiang Wuming slipped out of the room, went to a secluded corner of the courtyard, and used a satellite phone to contact his master, Tian Long Daoist.
"You returned to Dragon Country without even telling me?"
The call was connected quickly, and Tian Long Daoist's voice came from the earpiece.
"Master, the situation was too urgent, so I didn't report to you."
Jiang Wuming offered an explanation, though his true intention was that if the Dragon Country Military Department tried to stop him from intervening for Su Shiyun, there would be a fierce battle.
And Tian Long Daoist would most likely try to prevent him from doing so!
"Sigh... You are still too impulsive. This matter is not a big deal; you could have sent someone to handle it. Why did you have to come in person, and almost fall out with the Dragon Country Military Department."
As expected, Tian Long Daoist sighed and chided Jiang Wuming for his impulsiveness.
"Master, to me, this is a matter of utmost importance!"
Jiang Wuming stated his stance, showing no remorse for his actions.
"Alright, since it's already happened, let's not dwell on it."
Tian Long Daoist understood Jiang Wuming's temperament and didn't pursue the topic further. "From what I know of you, you're not calling me to report the outcome, but for something else. Go ahead, what is it?"
"Master, Grandpa Su said that the death of my adoptive father, Su Shirong, was not an accident, but a deliberate murder. Do you know who was responsible?"
Jiang Wuming got straight to the point without beating around the bush.
"I don't know about this matter," Tian Long Daoist replied.
Hmm?
Jiang Wuming was taken aback, then he continued, "Grandpa Su also said that a mysterious person visited him back then, stating that the person who killed my adoptive father might endanger our family, and specifically instructed him to have our family of three leave the Su family.
Today, that mysterious person appeared again, telling him that we no longer need to worry about that past incident endangering our family of three.
That mysterious person was also wearing a ghost-faced mask. Did you send him?"
"No."
Tian Long Daoist gave a very definitive answer.
Jiang Wuming fell silent.
"When do you plan to leave Dragon Country?" Tian Long Daoist changed the subject and asked again.
"Not for now. The Su family is facing some trouble, and I need to help resolve it. Also, I need to investigate the murder of my adoptive father and avenge him!"
Jiang Wuming narrowed his eyes and revealed his plan.
"I have no objection to you staying in Dragon Country, but you must remember three points," Tian Long Daoist said after a moment of silence.
"Master, what are the three points?" Jiang Wuming asked.
"First, apart from yourself, it's best not to have the people of the War Dragon Hall remain in Dragon Country, especially your more powerful subordinates."
Tian Long Daoist stated his first point and explained his reasoning: "The Eastern Domain War God Qin Yuanzheng suppressed your affairs, partly because he is the grandfather of your subordinate Qin Xiaozhi, and partly because you were in the right and had become a War God at such a young age.
But you must understand that your presence and that of your subordinates in Dragon Country is a ticking time bomb for the Dragon Country Military Department. They will inevitably be on guard, and even send people to monitor you. This is not beneficial for you or the War Dragon Hall."
"Understood."
Jiang Wuming agreed, also feeling that Dongfang Xiaoyao and Xing Tian remaining in Dragon Country was inappropriate.
"Second, the Dragon Country Military Department is far more powerful than you imagine. Unless absolutely necessary, do not conflict with them, and certainly do not oppose them!"
Tian Long Daoist stated his second point.
"I've already promised Yan Jun, the Jiangnan Envoy of the Military Department, about this, and he has relayed it to Qin Yuanzheng," Jiang Wuming replied.
"Third, and most importantly, do not expose your identity. Neither your identity as the Hall Master of the War Dragon Hall nor your identity as Jiang Zhan's son can be revealed!"
Tian Long Daoist's tone became a bit more serious.
"Master, when I killed Zhao Qian, the leader of the Bloody Purgatory, he said that once my true identity was exposed, I would surely die. And over the past few years, you have consistently reminded me to wear the ghost-faced mask to avoid exposing my identity."
Jiang Wuming recalled Zhao Qian's words on his deathbed, took a deep breath, and asked, "Is there another hidden reason behind the death of my biological father, Jiang Zhan, that you haven't told me?"
"I'll tell you next time we meet."
Tian Long Daoist was silent for nearly ten seconds before indirectly giving his answer, then, without waiting for Jiang Wuming to say anything more, he hung up the phone.
Jiang Wuming put away his phone and quietly clenched his fists.
Blood for blood.
Whether it was Su Shirong's death or Jiang Zhan's death, Jiang Wuming would uncover the truth and avenge them!
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