Chapter 181: Settle the Accounts!

Chapter 181: Chapter 181: Settle the Accounts!

Upon hearing this, all the elders present fell silent.

They were all well aware of the terrifying existence Old Qian had mentioned. If Chen Xiao truly had any connection to that person, then he was absolutely untouchable.

Otherwise, the consequences would be more than anyone could bear.

"Handling it this way is already the best possible outcome," Old Qian said coldly. "Notify everyone immediately. Suppress this completely before the news spreads."

***

「Outside the Ling Residence」

Qin Lan was on Chen Xiao’s back, clutching the urn containing her parents’ ashes.

Against Chen Xiao’s broad back, she felt an unprecedented warmth and sense of security. After a long while, she finally asked, "Chen Xiao, where are we going now?"

In this vast world, she felt as if there was no place for her.

"Back to the Qin Family," Chen Xiao enunciated each word. "To get you justice!"

At these words, Qin Lan’s heart trembled.

"Chen Xiao, I don’t want to go back... Let’s find a place to hide. You’ve killed Ling Chong; you’re in huge trouble... It’s impossible for you alone to stand against the entire Divine Land. We could find a peaceful place, live in seclusion, and have a few children..."

Chen Xiao said indifferently, "If I dared to kill Ling Chong, then I naturally have my reasons for being so confident."

Although that old man keeps a low profile, his capabilities are far from modest. Otherwise, Hidden Gate Mountain wouldn’t receive so many visitors seeking help each year, including wealthy and influential figures from the Capital City.

"He abused his power and acted recklessly. He deserved to die," Chen Xiao continued. "Besides, my senior sister sent me all the information she found. It was Qin Cang’s men who killed Ling Zhenghao. They killed Ling Zhenghao just to frame you. Haven’t you spent all these years fighting to establish yourself in the Qin Family? Today, I will help you clear away the obstacles!"

"I’ve suddenly realized that all of those things are like passing clouds..." Qin Lan bit her red lip. "I just want to be with you. Nothing else matters anymore."

Chen Xiao smiled. "But I can’t bear to see you being wronged."

"I will settle the score with every single person who has bullied you!"

Hearing his words, a warmth spread through Qin Lan’s heart.

"I’ll use this opportunity to get you justice and wash away all the grievances you’ve suffered over the years!"

***

「Zhonghai Qin Family Estate」

The vast Qin Family estate was eerily silent.

Qin Xiang, the eldest brother, and Qin Long, the Third Brother, sat on the sofa with grim expressions, lost in thought.

In fact, Qin Lan’s return and the powerful capabilities she demonstrated had made them feel threatened. They had taken advantage of Old Master Qin’s incapacity to frame Qin Lan, intending to use the Ling Family to eliminate her completely.

But now... the Ling Family was destroyed?

When they received the shocking news, it felt completely surreal.

Qin Cang was trembling. "Dad, the man behind Qin Lan is no simple character! He destroyed the Ling Family! What are we going to do? I’ve even seen him in action. Not even Qiao Xiong could last three rounds against him... He’s terrifying. Dad, what should we do now? That woman, Qin Lan... she isn’t going to bring him here for payback, is she?"

Thinking of Chen Xiao’s ferocity sent a shiver down his spine.

"What are you panicking about!" Qin Long snapped. "Useless! Falling apart over a little trouble! Pull yourself together! That kid killed Ling Chong, a member of the Jinyi Bureau. That’s not an organization for commoners to trifle with! Do you think he can escape justice? As for dealing with us, he doesn’t have the..."

Before he could finish, a man burst in.

"First Master, Third Master! This is bad! Miss Qin Lan has returned, and she brought a man with her!"

Hearing this, Qin Long’s face twitched, and he shot to his feet. "What?!"

They’re here already? Speak of the devil...

"That young man is radiating killing intent! We barely tried to block his path and were utterly routed. And... he’s asking for you by name..."

The words had barely left his mouth when a tall figure strode in from outside. A faint, murderous aura followed him, enveloping the Qin Family hall and pressing down on them all with suffocating pressure.

As he was already standing, Qin Long felt the pressure most acutely. His chest tightened, and a single glance at the murderous Chen Xiao was enough to scare him right back down onto the sofa.

And he told me to stay calm?

The eldest, Qin Xiang, however, appeared much calmer. "Lan’er, you’re back. Please, have a seat."

Qin Lan spoke with a neutral expression. "First Uncle, I can sit. But first, there are some accounts I need to settle with you."

Her words made their eyelids twitch.

Qin Cang exploded, "Qin Lan, what kind of nonsense are you spouting?!"