They worried that if they fled, they would surely be protected daily.
Moreover, their current strength made it effortless to deal with even a few early-stage transcended realm martial artists.
After returning to the Baili family this time, he would begin preparations for advancement.
Not only would he break through to the late stage of the Creation realm, but he would also awaken his divine soul.
Once the divine soul successfully broke through, he could directly leave the real world and enter the void space in front of everyone.
Thinking of this, he excitedly went to find Lu Ling'er.
The Baili Residence.
Lu Ling'er was waiting anxiously.
Upon seeing Zhou Xuan, she rushed over.
"Brother Xuan, what's going on with the Qin family? They've tried to harm us repeatedly!"
"It's nothing. They just lost face at the last banquet and want to regain it."
"They are truly despicable. If I weren't so useless, I would have gone with you to kill them!"
"Ling'er, you are truly thoughtful. There will be opportunities in the future!"
At this moment, a mournful wailing sound was heard.
Zhou Xuan walked over directly and held Baili Lie's shoulder.
"My condolences! If your grandfather were still alive, he wouldn't want you crying like this."
"Master! The Qin family has gone too far!"
"I want revenge!"
"Revenge is a must! But not now!"
"Come, let me tell you something."
Zhou Xuan's serious expression made Baili Lie think that even more tragic events awaited him.
Who knew that after Zhou Xuan spoke...
Even Baili Qingsong was stunned.
The father and son looked at him in disbelief: "Really?"
"What's there to fake about this?"
"That's great! Qin family, Qin family, one day I will eat your flesh and drink your blood!"
Upon learning that his Baili family had gained the support of two elders from the Qi Xuan, and these five experts were all in the transcended realm,
Baili Lie's sadness vanished, and his ambition was ignited.
"You should cultivate well with these masters. Also, the Heavenly Dao Sect will cooperate with us in the future, so you no longer need to worry about a lack of talent."
"This is also what your grandfather would have most wished to see."
Baili Qingsong was so moved he didn't know what to say.
Baili Lie's admiration for Zhou Xuan was boundless.
Although Baili Yuntian had died on this trip,
the Baili family's grievances were now aligned with Zhou Xuan.
The next day.
The coming-of-age ceremony of Old Mr. Zhuge's youngest daughter began.
Meanwhile, the Baili family was holding a funeral.
In the vast Shangjing, north and south of the city.
On one side, sorrow was overwhelming; on the other, there was joy, forming a stark contrast.
"Brother Xuan, the Qin family will also be there. Perhaps Qin Huaiyu will also be there. Aren't you afraid they'll make a move against us?"
Lu Ling'er was worried all the way.
Zhou Xuan smiled and stroked her head.
"What is there to fear? They wouldn't dare to be so bold."
"But the Qin family will definitely not let this go. You've killed so many of their experts, I'm afraid they will..."
"It's fine, we have five transcended realm experts by our side. Who would be so reckless as to kill me?"
Lu Ling'er glanced at the few people in the car behind them and felt a little more at ease.
"If Ling'er is still worried, then you should cultivate with Brother Xuan more often at night."
"Yes, I definitely will!"
"Such a good girl."
Although Zhou Xuan was comforting his girlfriend like this,
the Sun family had already contacted him in advance.
Tonight, Sun Tianyou would be the highlight of this banquet.
The Qin family?
Or the Fang family? Or would other families tremble and fear because of this?
Who would be the murderer from that year?
Zhou Xuan was becoming more and more interested.
He wished the banquet would start immediately.
...
"Brother Xuan, have you made up your mind? Should we really go? If the Qin family knows we're coming, they'll be hostile towards us."
"Don't worry, Ling'er. Even if they really want to be hostile, they must have the strength."
"Are you saying they'll use insidious and despicable means?"
Zhou Xuan remained silent, but a cold smile curved his lips, as if telling her she had guessed correctly.
Indeed, that was his thinking.
His goal was not just to meet this so-called Qin Huaiyu, but more importantly, the families behind them, and his enemies.
The Sun family, the Fang family, and...
He wanted to see firsthand which individuals were the masterminds.
"You need to be careful," Lu Ling'er cautioned.
Zhou Xuan merely gave her a gentle look and did not reply.
Outside the car window, lights flickered, and the noise was deafening.
One luxurious sports car after another stopped.
Car doors were opened, and familiar faces appeared in everyone's sight.
Qin Qingya, Qin Chao, as well as Fang Ruolin, Fang Linfan, Lu Linglong, and others had arrived.
The party began soon after.
The Zhuge family had invited celebrities from all walks of life, and the atmosphere was exceptionally warm.
However, to everyone's surprise, Sun Tianyou had not yet arrived.
Sun Zhibiao and Old Master Sun were not at the entrance.
Sun Tianyou's absence was expected, as he was the grand finale. Qin Huaiyu, however, made her appearance first.
Today's Qin Huaiyu was as stunning as ever, but she carried a hint of coldness, unlike other pampered young ladies who were tender as water.
She was wearing a red dress and stood on a high platform.
The crowd below murmured amongst themselves.
"Why is Qin Huaiyu here today? Shouldn't she be attending the grand assembly? This is truly a rare sight!"
"No way? She's not attending the grand assembly but coming to the humble Zhuge family for an ordinary coming-of-age ceremony? What is she thinking?"
"If this is the case, then tonight promises to be quite the spectacle!"
"Oh, you don't know? I heard Sun Tianyou has recovered."
"This... what happens now? If Sun Tianyou wakes up, many people will probably be unhappy."
"It doesn't matter if they're unhappy. Anyway, he definitely won't come today. Qin Huaiyu knows what kind of person she is. I think these are all rumors."
"Exactly, how can a vegetative person wake up? That's truly a fantasy."
"Yes, Sun Tianyou is someone whose meridians are completely destroyed. Even if he wakes up, it's useless."
"Hmm, you seem to know something! Hurry up and tell me!"
The arrival of Old Mr. Zhuge momentarily silenced the scene.
"Everyone, thank you for taking the time to come and congratulate us. It is truly an honor to have all of you grace the coming-of-age ceremony of my youngest daughter. Your presence brings great splendor to our Zhuge family."
After the old gentleman finished speaking, a wave of flattery erupted from below.
Qin Qingya gritted her teeth in secret.
That ugly Zhuge Mingyue, what kind of coming-of-age ceremony is she holding?
This woman really knows how to flatter herself.
She actually had the nerve to mock herself.
Then she saw Zhou Xuan!
The culprit who had ruined her reputation!
"Oh, isn't this Zhou Xuan? What? You're here alone, bringing such bad luck. How dare you attend someone else's coming-of-age ceremony?"
"By all rights, shouldn't you be wearing mourning clothes for Baili Yuntian at this time?"
Zhou Xuan frowned: "Miss Qin San, do you not understand that misfortune comes from the mouth?"
"Be careful, it might be you who will be wearing mourning clothes for your elders later."
"You dare to curse me?"
"You cursed me first, and I merely returned it. Can't you handle it?"