On the ground, countless cultivators who lacked the strength to act watched in disbelief as Xiao Lingchen slaughtered a million cultivators. They were shocked beyond measure, unable to comprehend how someone so young could possess such terrifying power and methods.

  While they were relieved they hadn't acted, they were also filled with fear, dreading that Xiao Lingchen might come after them to silence witnesses. When Xiao Lingchen's gaze swept over them, many were so frightened they nearly collapsed.

  Someone hurriedly shouted, "I... I didn't see anything, I saw nothing! Please don't kill me!"

  "I am willing to give you all the benefits I gained in the Secret Realm and swear to the Heavenly Way that I won't speak of today's events, just spare me!"

  Before Xiao Lingchen could respond, the person proactively offered their storage ring to Xiao Lingchen and swore to the Heavenly Way not to break their vow.

  Swearing to the Heavenly Way is a grave matter; breaking it would incur the Heavenly Way's wrath. Not only would the oath-breaker face destruction, but their family and descendants would also meet untimely deaths.

  With the first person swearing, a second and third quickly followed. Soon, all the survivors present offered their storage rings and swore to the Heavenly Way.

  After doing this and receiving Xiao Lingchen's permission, they fled the scene as if their lives depended on it.

  Once everyone had left the Secret Realm, Xiao Lingchen looked at the mountain of storage rings before him, feeling immensely satisfied. This trip to the Secret Realm had been incredibly rewarding, even beyond his expectations!

  Subsequently, Xiao Lingchen exited the Secret Realm and put away the Cauldron of Fate. Instantly, the entrance to the Secret Realm in the Thousand Cloud Mountain Range vanished.

  Having received Yue Lianyi's legacy, Xiao Lingchen naturally became the master of the Cauldron of Fate, learning that the so-called Secret Realm was actually the internal space of the Cauldron. Now that he had put away the Cauldron, the Secret Realm disappeared as well. In the future, he could enter and exit at will.

  At this moment, many cultivators were still gathered in the Thousand Cloud Mountain Range, and the sudden disappearance of the Secret Realm's entrance left them all in shock. Xiao Lingchen ignored them and headed straight back to Azure Cloud City.

  With such a bountiful harvest, he couldn't wait to return home and share it with his family!

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  Three days later.

  Xiao Lingchen returned to the Xiao Family in Azure Cloud City. However, the situation was far from optimistic.

  Outside the Xiao Family, tens of thousands of people had surrounded them layer by layer. These were not locals of Azure Cloud City; each was burly and fierce-looking!

  "Are they from the Black Tiger Gang?"

  Xiao Lingchen squinted his eyes, recognizing these people, and a thick killing intent surged within him. "I didn't expect a mere Black Tiger Gang to find my home. They're courting death!"

  As he spoke, Xiao Lingchen drew the Phoenix Emperor Sword!

  Meanwhile, inside the Xiao Family's main hall, the atmosphere was extremely tense.

  "Family Head, what should we do now?"

  "The Black Tiger Gang's tens of thousands of members have surrounded us, and three Dao Palace Realm protectors are stationed, claiming that Young Master Lingchen killed their people and demanding blood for blood!"

  "What should we do now?"

  Xiao Dan sat at the head seat, his expression grave. He looked at Xiao Huan beside him, and the two exchanged silent glances, unsure of what to do.

  "In the end, it's because we're too weak!"

  Xiao Dan punched the table beside him, shattering it into pieces. "If we were strong enough, how could we be forced into such a predicament by a bunch of bandits and thugs?"

  Xiao Huan said, "Brother, now is not the time for this."

  "At this moment, our Xiao Family is in grave danger, and Lingchen hasn't returned yet. Finding a way to survive is the priority."

  Leading the Supreme Mystical Sect disciples, Jin Yuyang said, "Xiao Family Head, I've observed that the western side of the encirclement is the weakest. We Supreme Mystical Sect disciples can break through there first, and you can lead the Xiao Family to escape."

  Xiao Dan quickly asked, "What about you?"

  "These people are not from any reputable sect; they're real bandits and thugs. They won't spare you just because you're from the Supreme Mystical Sect!"

  Jin Yuyang chuckled lightly, "No worries. Since we promised Junior Brother Lingchen to protect you, we won't break our word."

  "Even if it means death, we won't let you suffer any harm!"

  "Besides, each of us possesses powerful divine powers and artifacts. It's uncertain whether they can even kill us!"

  Xiao Dan shook his head with a bitter smile. Although Jin Yuyang spoke lightly, how could he not understand that these were just words of comfort?

  Outside were tens of thousands of Black Tiger Gang members, with three Dao Palace Realm protectors stationed. Forcibly breaking through might indeed give the Xiao Family a chance to survive, but it would likely come at the cost of sacrificing these Supreme Mystical Sect disciples.

  Jin Yuyang urged, "Xiao Family Head, don't waste time!"

  "If we strike first, there's a chance. Once the Black Tiger Gang launches a full-scale attack, we'll all be doomed!"

  "Xiao Family Head, don't hesitate!"

  Xiao Dan sighed deeply, full of lament. Despite not being related, these Supreme Mystical Sect disciples were willing to go to such lengths for the Xiao Family. Such kindness is hard to repay!

  Given the urgent situation, Xiao Dan knew he couldn't hesitate any longer and was about to order a breakout.

  However, at that moment, screams suddenly erupted from outside, leaving everyone in the hall puzzled.

  Xiao Huan's expression turned serious, "Could the Black Tiger Gang have started their attack?"

  Suddenly, a servant rushed in.

  "Family Head, he's back! Young Master Lingchen is back!!!"

  "He killed all the Black Tiger Gang members outside!"

  "We... we're safe!!!!"

  The servant was so excited that he could barely speak, but it didn't affect the message he wanted to convey.

  After hearing the servant's words, everyone in the hall was stunned. But in the next second, excitement and joy surged onto everyone's faces!

  Xiao Dan strode to the servant, "Is it true?"

  "Chen'er has returned?"

  The servant was so happy he was dancing, "Yes! Young Master Lingchen is back!"

  "He's already inside the gate!"

  "He's about to arrive!"

  Just as the words fell, a voice called from outside the door:

  "Father."

  Everyone's gaze turned towards the door, and they immediately saw that familiar figure, standing there covered in blood.

  The sword in his hand was still dripping fresh blood, looking quite intimidating. But it didn't affect the joy of the Xiao Family members at seeing Xiao Lingchen's return.

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