Chapter 2042: Chapter 977: Changing Fate Later, Mo Hua took some time to visit the small garden outside the Disciple’s Residence to check on the large white dog. The large white dog was dozing off. Mo Hua walked up to it, and only then did it suddenly wake up, jump up, and upon seeing Mo Hua, it stuck out its tongue and tried to lie back down. But before it could lie down, the large white dog slowly stood up again, staring at Mo Hua with its big eyes, sniffing around the scent on Mo Hua. Then it seemed to realize something, it immediately shivered, its white fur stood on end, and it looked at Mo Hua, completely stunned. It seemed that Mo Hua had now become stronger, excessively strong. Between it and Mo Hua, there was now a pitifully thick barrier. The large white dog stood like a clay statue, dazed, in the wind. Mo Hua found it amusing and took out a bone, tossing it to the large white dog. It was just a mere bone. The large white dog snorted coldly, reluctant at first, but after a while, smelling the strong demonic aura from the bone, its eyes lit up, and drool dripped down. This bone was specially crafted by Mo Hua. Inside, a part was sealed with a Divine Formation, a segment he had intercepted from a nightmare while occupying the Evil God’s throne, a portion of the demon. Mo Hua had promised earlier to bring "good food" for the large white dog, so whenever he had a chance, he would save some of the demons for it to feast on. The large white dog gnawed on the bone, absorbing the demon, wagging its tail repeatedly, the barrier in its heart gradually dissipating, and once again considering Mo Hua a "good friend." Mo Hua patted the white fur on its neck. The large white dog nudged Mo Hua with its big head. Inside the garden, the Taixu Sect Master held a book, staring blankly at this scene, finding it increasingly baffling. ... After feeding the large white dog, Mo Hua returned, satisfied. The next day was a rest day. Mo Hua followed his plan and visited the Taoist Court, paying a visit to Xia Inspector in the Feather Transformation Realm. Xia Inspector, hailing from the Xia family, is an inspector within the Central Dao Court, holding both high status and power. He is usually very busy and not someone an average person can easily meet. However, upon hearing that Mo Hua had come, he still turned down some family or sect invitations to personally meet with Mo Hua. "Greetings, Master Xia." Mo Hua said respectfully. "Hello." Xia Inspector was pleased, gesturing with his hand, "Little brother, take a seat." Beside him was a table and a chair, with a cup of tea brewed on the table. The furniture was plain, and the tea tasted bland. But this was the furniture in Xia Inspector’s place. Even ordinary heads of small or medium-sized entities did not qualify to sit here; they would have to stand to listen to Xia Inspector’s questions, not to mention that cup of tea. Mo Hua didn’t think much, and after sitting down calmly, took a sip of tea, glancing around the room, silently musing: This Xia Inspector seems quite honest. The office was only slightly larger than Uncle Gu’s, with simple decor and a similar layout. Of course, this is the Taoist Court. Privately, whether he’s corrupt or not, it’s hard to say. Mo Hua leisurely took another sip of tea. Xia Inspector silently observed Mo Hua, noting his composed demeanor, sipping tea in the Taoist Court with enjoyment. Facing him, the Dao Court Inspector, Mo Hua was respectful yet without servility, showing no signs of nervousness or apprehension, causing Xia Inspector to secretly sigh. A true extraordinary talent nurtured in front of the Taixu Sect Master, showing such composure and poise at a young age. Xia Inspector nodded slightly, took a sip of tea, and slowly said, "Little brother, what brings you to see me?" Mo Hua got straight to the point: "It’s about the Shen family." Even with Xia Inspector’s profound experience, his eyes slightly narrowed. He hadn’t expected Mo Hua to be so direct, coming to him straightaway to discuss the Shen family matter. "Master Xia," Mo Hua whispered, "You should already know that I’ve been to the Shen family’s mine, right?" Xia Inspector remained silent for a moment, then nodded. The Shen family’s issue had occupied almost all his attention these past few days. With his channels within the Taoist Court, he knew that the trigger for all the incidents that day was the kidnapping of two disciples by a Tomb Robber into the Shen family’s abandoned mines. Subsequent entries by others led to the conflict’s outbreak. And the two "kidnapped" disciples were Shen Qingsheng of the Shen family and Mo Hua himself. However, due to Mo Hua’s status, he had been unable to investigate deeply. Moreover, the Taixu Gate had been covertly sealing off information about Mo Hua under Elder Master Xun’s arrangement, despite outward calm. Even if he were to investigate, he would hit a dead end. Mo Hua could guess that in places unknown to him, Elder Master Xun had been silently backing him up. But to keep such matters concealed is not a solution. There are no walls that do not leak. Mo Hua had to try to solve problems on his own, attempting to engage with significant figures like Xia Inspector. "Master Xia, do you want to know what actually happened beneath the mines?" Mo Hua quietly asked. After a moment of contemplation, Xia Inspector nodded. Of course he wanted to know. He had already gathered some information about the events at Solitary Mountain. But these were often one-sided, fragmented, and cloudy, not offering the full picture or the truth of the matter. Deeper aspects remained unknown. But could Mo Hua just simply tell him? Xia Inspector pondered, but to his surprise, Mo Hua merely took a sip of tea, cleared his throat, and started narrating from the beginning to the end.