Chapter 351 - 237: Returning to the Xu Family, Pushing for Clan Extermination

Chapter 351: Chapter 237: Returning to the Xu Family, Pushing for Clan Extermination

The three people who flew over all traveled on streaks of Escape Light.

Their status was self-evident—they were all Foundation Establishment Cultivators.

"Brother Lin!"

Two joyous cries rang out, and two of the three streaks of Escape Light visibly accelerated.

But soon, one of them slowed down, its rider having apparently remembered something.

The first to arrive was none other than Tantai Feiyue.

She was tall and graceful, the picture of nobility with her ornate hairstyle and flower-like beauty. Her lovely face, stunning whether she was smiling or pouting, was now fixed on Lin Changheng in joyful surprise.

"Feiyue, it has been a long time..."

Dressed in a green robe, Lin Changheng stood as straight as a pine tree. His gaze was as clear as a Cold Pool as he smiled warmly at the Female Cultivator before him.

From Tantai Feiyue’s perspective, she noticed that her Brother Lin’s Essence, Qi, and Spirit were perfectly harmonious and full. A sense of calm and confidence radiated from him, showing from the inside out.

She had sensed it on occasion before, but it was usually hidden beneath a layer of caution and steadiness, giving the impression that he was deliberately keeping a low profile.

But what she didn’t know was that the Xu Family and Lin Changheng were, to a certain degree, bound by a complex web of attachments, favors, emotions, and mutual interests...

In Lin Changheng’s heart, he already considered them solid and trustworthy allies, so he allowed some of his genuine feelings to show, no longer needing to be so tense.

A balance of tension and relaxation was the Righteous Dao.

Even the strongest person needs a temporary safe harbor. Of course, that was only true for Low Tier Cultivators. By the time one reached Core Formation or Nascent Soul and had lived for hundreds, even nearly a thousand years, they would have seen it all. It was normal then for one’s Dao Heart to become as cold as iron.

"What brings you to the Black Water River, Brother Lin?"

Tantai Feiyue stepped forward and smoothed the wrinkles on Lin Changheng’s lapel with her slender hand, asking softly.

"I made a trip to the Jiazi Secret Realm and procured some supplies while I was out."

Lin Changheng made no effort to hide this from Tantai Feiyue.

As the two of them exchanged pleasantries in low voices, Xu Hanji stopped a hundred zhang away, hovering in midair. Xu Xujun slowly moved forward to stand shoulder to shoulder with Xu Hanji, watching the pair in front of them.

"It seems Alchemist Lin’s Cultivation has improved again. The sheer power his aura faintly exudes is enough to leave even me feeling startled..."

Xu Xujun spoke in a low, emotional voice.

"For even you to feel this way, Uncle... then Brother Lin’s Cultivation..."

"Doesn’t that mean he’s already broken through to the Middle Stage?"

Xu Hanji’s eyes narrowed slightly, her red lips parted in clear astonishment.

"It’s highly likely."

Xu Xujun said with conviction. Then he sighed, his voice dropping a little lower. "It’s just a pity that Alchemist Lin and Chief Tantai are already in love. Otherwise, our Ji’Er is certainly not lacking in figure, looks, or strength."

"Uncle!"

Xu Hanji’s usual icy demeanor instantly shattered. A crimson blush flew across her lovely face, and a faint red even crept up her delicate, pearl-like earlobes.

"Hahaha, alright, I’ll say no more. It was just your uncle’s little joke. Ji’Er, you don’t need to take it seriously."

Xu Xujun laughed it off.

Xu Hanji was about to retort when Xu Xujun gave her a subtle look, signaling that the others were approaching. Xu Hanji fell silent, deliberately calming her Heart and Spirit to dispel her shyness and resume her cold, Fairy-like appearance.

Sure enough, Lin Changheng arrived before them with Tantai Feiyue. He cupped his hands in greeting and smiled. "Greetings, Mr. Xu, and Young Mistress."

"You are too polite, Alchemist Lin."

"Greetings, Brother Lin."

Neither of them dared to act superior, returning the greeting with solemn respect. Xu Xujun, in particular, added several pleasantries.

"It’s been a while, and you’ve changed quite a bit, Mr. Xu. You don’t seem as quiet or serious as before."

Lin Changheng remarked with a smile, having noticed the change.

"Hahaha, I have nothing to hide from you, Alchemist Lin. After I reached Foundation Establishment, the pressure was immense. I was terrified that the clan’s hopes rested on my shoulders and that I would ultimately be the one to ruin everything. I was always anxious, careful, as if walking on thin ice. It caused a subtle change in my mentality, turning me into the person you saw before."

"But now, thanks to your help, Alchemist Lin, and the hard work of our clan members, the situation is excellent. We’ve even become a clan with Triple Foundation Establishment! I can finally rest a little easier, so I’ve gained a new perspective on things, and my mentality has taken a positive turn."

Hearing this, Xu Xujun was not at all offended by the remark. Instead, he explained earnestly, even placing Lin Changheng’s contribution before the efforts of his own Xu Clan Members.

Lin Changheng was inwardly pleased to hear this—after all, the Dual Foundation Establishment was indeed his doing. Outwardly, however, he couldn’t appear arrogant. When others showed him respect, he returned it in kind. "Lin merely made a minor contribution and gave things a little push, that’s all."

Standing to the side, Tantai Feiyue and Xu Hanji heard the two men’s harmonious exchange of mutual praise and couldn’t help but share a smile.

Laughing and chatting, the group entered the clan lands within the Array together.

Just as they passed through a light barrier that rippled like water and flew high above the grounds, Lin Changheng heard a tsunami of cheers erupt from below. The sound was like rolling thunder—absolutely deafening!

"Welcome, Elder Lin!"

Below, on the riverbanks, pathways, and even the rooftops, a dense, dark crowd of Xu Family members had gathered!

From the white-haired elders down to the youngest, most innocent children, it seemed nearly the entire clan had come out!

Every face was filled with excitement, exhilaration, and even fanatical devotion. Their burning gazes followed the figures flying through the air, focusing especially on Lin Changheng, who was subtly yet clearly protected in the center by the other Three Cultivators.

The cheers came in waves, each louder than the last, filled with sincere gratitude and reverence.

"What is all this...?"

Although confused, Lin Changheng had no choice but to halt his Escape Light. He cupped his hands in greeting toward the assembled clan members, nodding with a smile.

This reception was even grander than the last one!