When Master Shanqing first arrived at the Endless Sea, she was at the Second Layer Golden Core; now she's at the Third Layer, indicating that her cultivation level is still progressing.
In other words, her contrary nature is her true self, not a sign of mental instability.
The old man not far from her remains unrecognizable to anyone; he's also at the Second Layer Golden Core and is a Sword Cultivator.
These two, upon appearing, teamed up with the beardless Master Wenji to form a Three Talents Formation, engaging in a counter-offensive with the masters outside.
The courtyard is equipped with a defensive formation at the Golden Core Level, and it was heightened to the highest alert when the Enlightened Masters of the Four Families were arguing with others. Master Wenji's tactical maneuvering is indeed exceptional, reacting swiftly.
