Xiao Shi finally returns to the capital but is appalled to find out what has transpired in his absence. He confronts Chou Fei to hear in his own words that he killed their eldest brother, Meng Zhen. After Chou Fei admits to all of his wrongdoings in the name of power and ambition, they part ways… no longer sworn brothers. (Source: frankly at MyDramaList)