Accidental Lies

The news of Meng Qingshan's triumph over the rebels spread quickly, reaching even the distant Wutai Sect. His actions, marked by ruthless efficiency and unflinching strength, had earned him a notorious reputation as the "Blood Demon." This title carried with it a mixture of awe and fear, painting him as both a formidable force and a controversial figure.Within the Wutai Sect, the atmosphere was charged with discussions about Meng Qingshan's growing notoriety. The sect members whispered about the Blood Demon's exploits, each tale adding to his fearsome legend. The sect's elders observed these developments with a mix of concern and curiosity, understanding that the shifting tides of power could impact their own standing.Meanwhile, Liu was grappling with the growing influence of the new Chen Ming. He could not like the fake as he would talk too arrogant. One evening, Liu found himself in a secluded bar near the sect, where he encountered a few of the sect's lower-ranking members. Unbeknownst to him, one of these individuals was a spy for the demonic sect, tasked with gathering information on the Wutai Sect's internal dynamics.Liu started to get drunk and he began to vent, speaking candidly about the fake Chen Ming. "That Chen Ming," Liu sneered, "is nothing more than a savage brute. The stories they tell about him and I are close are exaggerated. It's clear he's just a pawn for the sect, used to show everyone the dignity of the sect. I doubt he has any real skill beyond being useless."As Liu rambled on he didn't notice that he was being recorded by the spy. He didn't even notice what he was and didn't try to stop. Liu thought that if Chen Ming heard this he would be heart broken, but he would never hear this. "Because he's dead....." Liu muttered silently and he blacked out from being drunk.