The Only Thing They Dared Do Was Apologize and Make Amends

"Your disciple plotted to seize another's most precious treasure, murdered another's father, forced another's mother to commit adultery, and attempted to exterminate the entire family. He's run into a brick wall; that's all."

Qin Wangchuan's words were concise yet clearly pointed out the cause and effect.

"If everyone in your Azure Heaven Holy Land behaves this way," he said, glancing at the Myriad Star Pavilion, his voice as cold as ice, "Then there's no need for this Holy Land to exist."

Pang Jie's head buzzed, and he froze on the spot.

The Azure Heaven Holy Land... that's a behemoth with tens of thousands of disciples, the undisputed overlord of this region!

But now, Little Immortal spoke, he spoke of it so casually, as if it could be destroyed with a flick of his finger?

After the Green Robe was removed, the Little Immortal looked terrifyingly imposing, even without anger.

But it was also something he longed for...

A glint of light flashed in Xianyun Weng's turbid eyes, and his expression turned serious.

He didn't believe for a second that the young man before him was bluffing.

Just as Venerable Lei Ming descended, he clearly sensed no fewer than ten Dao Ji subtle yet terrifying auras, no weaker than his own, flashing past in the surrounding void!

The most terrifying thing is... after spending more than a month with Qing Wangchuan, he still didn't realize that someone was secretly protecting him!

What does that mean?

This means that the strength of these people secretly protecting him is probably far beyond his imagination!

Any one of them might actually have the ability to single-handedly conquer the Azure Heaven Holy Land!

Upon hearing this, Venerable Lei Ming's heart sank even further. He glared fiercely at the Myriad Star Pavilion, whose face was ashen, and cursed him inwardly for being more trouble than he was worth! He had actually brought such a terrifying enemy to the Holy Land!

Although he didn't detect the hidden auras, he could sense the terrifying aura emanating from the old man in the distance.

This young Young Master's words could very well determine the fate of the Azure Heaven Holy Land!

'But he didn't act immediately, which means there's still room for negotiation?'

Thinking about this...

Venerable Lei Ming's heart sank suddenly, and a cold glint flashed in his eyes.

He suddenly turned around and, without warning, kicked Myriad Star Pavilion hard, knocking him to the ground!

"You wicked creature! Speak! What good deeds have you done!" he roared angrily, his voice like thunder. It seemed like a stern interrogation, but in reality, he was using this precious moment to quickly think of a way to break the deadlock.

Myriad Star Pavilion was kicked until he coughed up blood. He hurriedly scrambled to his feet and knelt down again, trembling as he said, "Disciple... disciple saw that Pang Yucheng had obtained a treasure, and in a moment of greed... I attracted Beast Tide and killed him. Today I came to find that treasure and at the same time eliminate the threat... Disciple knows his mistake! I dare not do it again! Please, Elder, save me!"

He still clung to a last shred of hope, hoping that the Holy Land would spare him because of his talent.

However, Venerable Lei Ming's heart was already cold—

This fool still doesn't understand that what needs to be protected now is not his personal life, but the survival of the entire Azure Heaven Holy Land!

After reprimanding Myriad Star Pavilion, Venerable Lei Ming immediately turned to Qin Wangchuan and bowed, probing, "Young Master, this matter is indeed due to our Holy Land's failure to properly manage its affairs. What do you think... how should this matter be handled?"

Qin Wangchuan did not answer, but simply walked back to his seat and sat down leisurely.

The fingertips tapped rhythmically on the armrest, producing a crisp "tap, tap" sound.

Each sound was like a heavy hammer blow to Venerable Lei Ming's heart.

Seeing this, he didn't hesitate any longer. A resolute glint flashed in his eyes, and he suddenly raised his hand and waved it—

"Puff!"

A streak of azure light flashed like lightning, instantly piercing Myriad Star Pavilion's brow!

Myriad Star Pavilion's eyes widened, blood gushing from between his brows; he couldn't believe it even in his dying moments.

The one who killed him was actually one of his own elders!

Without even glancing at the corpse, Venerable Lei Ming immediately sent a telepathic message in front of Qin Wangchuan:

"Issue this decree to the Holy Land: Disciple Myriad Star Pavilion has committed wicked deeds and has been executed on the spot. All peaks are to immediately conduct a thorough investigation of their disciples; anyone found to have engaged in similar conduct shall be killed without exception!"

The sound was transmitted back to the Holy Land through Law Technique and could be heard clearly.

After doing all this, he bowed again, awaiting his fate.

Qin Wangchuan finally spoke, his voice calm yet carrying an undeniable authority. "What about compensation?"

Venerable Lei Ming immediately understood and hurriedly said, "Young Master, rest assured! The Holy Land is willing to offer one hundred thousand-year-old spirit medicine herbs, ten thousand High-grade Spirit Stone, and ten Law Treasure as compensation to the Pang Family! We will send someone to deliver them immediately!"

He secretly breathed a sigh of relief—as long as they were willing to talk about compensation, it meant there was still room for maneuver.

And these things aren't too expensive.

Qin Wangchuan did not answer immediately, but simply looked at him quietly.

That gaze was calm and unwavering, yet it made Venerable Lei Ming feel as if he had been completely seen through, and all his thoughts and schemes were exposed under that gaze.

This silent oppression is more chilling than any harsh words.

"Not enough."

Qin Wangchuan spoke calmly, his voice not loud, yet it made Venerable Lei Ming tremble.

His heart skipped a beat, and he immediately realized that he hadn't considered things carefully.

'Oh, right...'

'This young man before me is no junior; he is a figure comparable to Holy Lord...'

To even consider gains and losses in front of this person is suicidal!

He quickly added, "Please forgive me, Young Master! It was my oversight! In addition to what I just mentioned, the Holy Land will provide six more bottles of Five-turn Pill, five Earth-rank Cultivation Method, and one Heavenly Rank Cultivation Method. We will also send special personnel to protect the Pang Family's peace for a hundred years!"

Venerable Lei Ming secretly wiped away a cold sweat. These compensations had already shaken the Holy Land's foundation, but if they could quell this person's anger, and...

'If we could find out this young man's identity, perhaps our Azure Heaven Holy Land could gain a powerful backer!'

Qin Wangchuan nodded, then turned his gaze to Pang Jie, as if he was about to say something.

The next moment.

Suddenly, I felt something and looked up at the distant sky.

The others followed his gaze.

Pang Jie and the others naturally couldn't see it, nor could the Celestial Heavenly Venerable.

Only when the Xianyun Weng looked up at the sky did his pupils suddenly shrink.

In the distance, dozens of enormous Flying Ship were seen breaking through the clouds and slowly descending.

These Flying Ship boats were forged entirely from precious spirit wood and metal. Their streamlined hulls shimmered with intricate Defense Rune, and their banners fluttered in the wind, creating a magnificent and imposing sight that far surpassed that of ordinary Flying Ship.

Xianyun Weng squinted, trying to make out the huge emblem embroidered on the banner—a character outlined with supreme Dao Patterns, white characters on a gold background, exuding an ancient and noble aura.

The moment he saw the characters, Xianyun Weng trembled violently, his lips quivered involuntarily, and his eyes were filled with disbelief and horror!

Qin!

It was Qin!

He would never mistake it! That was the emblem of the Qin Clan, a symbol unique to the Ancient Imperial Clan and superior to all other sects!

Only one in the world has gold lettering on a black background.

That was the Qin Clan.

The gold background with white lettering proves that the visitors are merely a branch of the Qin Clan in this realm.

But the implications it represents are enough to shake the entire Middle Thousand Provinces!

Whom are these Flying Ship here to welcome? The answer is self-evident!

Xianyun Weng suddenly turned his head and looked at the young man in black robes who was still sitting quietly with a calm expression. He suddenly realized!

"It's not that I misheard; it's simply the Unseen."

"It's Qin, not Qing!"

Although Venerable Lei Ming could not see the specifics, he could sense the terrifying power and ancient aura of the fleet, which far surpassed that of the Azure Heaven Holy Land.

Filled with doubt and uncertainty, he dared not act rashly.

Pang Jie was so overwhelmed by the magnificent sight of the vast, seemingly heavenly army descending that he was speechless.

Under everyone's watchful eyes, the massive fleet came to a steady stop in the air.

The main cabin door opened, and a group of cultivators dressed in uniform and exuding a powerful aura filed out. The elder at the head had a solemn face and sharp eyes, looking directly at Qin Wangchuan in the small courtyard.

He then led everyone in a respectful bow in the void:

"Welcome, Divine Son!"

The roar echoed through the sky above Qingmu Town, shattering the last vestiges of hope for Xianyun Weng and Venerable Lei Ming.

Divine Son!

It's actually the Qin Clan Divine Son!

Others might not know what this title meant, but he, Xianyun Weng, did.

He gave a wry smile, and instantly felt relieved.

"I was wondering why I couldn't figure it out; it turns out... it was that person."

Just then, the Flying Ship from the Wen Dao Palace arrived.

Yin Qiyue and her entourage also bowed in the air:

"Welcome, Young Master!"

The boy sat upright, while the Flying Ship in the sky enveloped the entire Qingmu Town.

Venerable Lei Ming was already drenched in sweat and dared not look directly at him.