58: return!

In the depths of the endless Void Realm, within a magnificent hall constructed from Star Cores and ancient demon bones...

The figure seated upon the supreme throne, piled high with the skulls of ten thousand demons, suddenly snapped his eyes open.

Those eyes were like rotating nebulae, yet at this moment, they burned with a sky-towering fury and a trace of imperceptible alarm!

He was the ruler of the Yao Race whose projection had just been torn apart by Lin Dao and whose long-distance strike had failed to achieve its purpose—the Heavenly Demon Emperor!

"Pfft!"

Although it was only a projection that was destroyed, the wisp of Divine Thought contained within it was also forcibly crushed, causing his true body to suffer a slight backlash.

More importantly—he had lost face!

"The Nirvana Realm... could actually tear apart this Emperor's projection?!"

The Heavenly Demon Emperor's voice was low and suppressed, like billions of thunders rolling within a nebula.

In his mind, he constantly replayed the terrifying power that the green-robed human had finally unleashed—that overbearing, ancient, and terrifying aura that seemed to originate from the beginning of the creation of heaven and earth.

"That wasn't ordinary Chaos Law... That was... the aura of a God-Fiend?!"

For the first time, a look of disbelief appeared in the Heavenly Demon Emperor's eyes, even carrying a trace of fear that he himself was unwilling to admit!

"God-Fiend!"

They were existences even more ancient and terrifying than the Primordial Phoenix!

Legend has it that when heaven and earth were not yet divided and the Laws were not yet set, it was the God-Fiends who fought in the Chaos and opened up the world. However, because their power was too great and violent, they had long been rejected by heaven and earth and vanished into the long river of time.

How could it reappear in a human of the Nirvana Realm?

"Human Race... Lin Dao... and that girl with the Phoenix Bloodline..."

The Heavenly Demon Emperor silently recited these names, and his killing intent permeated the hall like a physical substance, freezing the Void Realm.

"Possessing such a Heaven-Defying Opportunity, they absolutely cannot be allowed to live!"

"Otherwise, they will surely become a major threat to my Yao Race in the future!"

The Heavenly Demon Emperor's gaze seemed to pierce through endless space, looking towards the direction of the Nine Provinces Continent.

"Pass down the order!"

The Heavenly Demon Emperor's voice resounded throughout the entire Demon Emperor Hall.

"Use all forces to investigate this person's background!"

"Bounty in the Nine Provinces: anyone who provides his accurate tracks will be rewarded with a Star Core and one baptism in the Demon Emperor Pool!"

"The one who takes his life... shall be titled a Prince of the Yao Race and enjoy the offerings of an entire domain!"

The entire Demon Emperor Hall shook!

Such a generous reward was enough to drive any member of the Yao Race, and even some Human Race experts, into a frenzy!

All just to strangle him at any cost!

...

Qingzhou - Lin Family Main Residence

Just as the Demon Emperor Hall was surging due to the Heavenly Demon Emperor's wrath, the Lin Family of Qingzhou welcomed a grand event.

The three Saints who had been out traveling and training for several years—Lin Hao, Ye Chen, and Lin Yun—actually returned to the Family almost at the same time!

Their return caused a massive sensation!

All three had shed their former youthfulness; their auras were steady and vast, like three unsheathed sharp swords, showing their sharp edges!

The energy fluctuations emanating from them had unexpectedly reached the Peak of the Life Soul Realm!

They were only one step away from the Heavenly Soul Realm!

One must know that the Peak of the Life Soul Realm was enough to hold the position of an Elder in many Sects of the Nine Provinces Continent!

And how old were they?

This achievement made countless experts of the older generation in the Lin Family feel both ashamed and gratified.

"Hahaha! Haozi, Yunzi, it seems you haven't been idle these past few years either!"

Ye Chen was still as boisterous as ever, slapping Lin Hao and Lin Yun's shoulders hard. His voice was loud, and his blood and Qi were surging like a Dragon; clearly, his Ancient Desolate Sacred Body had improved again.

Lin Hao, dressed in green robes, had a more restrained aura, but the Sword Intent that occasionally leaked from his eyes seemed capable of cutting through the Void Realm. He smiled slightly: "Likewise, Ye Chen, your strength has grown again."

Lin Yun stood quietly to the side with a faint smile on his face. His pupils were increasingly deep, as if containing endless stars, and his aura was elusive, making it impossible to see his depth.

He just nodded gently as a greeting.

The gathering of the three Saints naturally drew the gaze and admiration of countless Lin Family disciples.

The three of them were the faith and benchmarks for the younger generation of the Lin Family!

"I heard the Old Ancestor took in another Personal Disciple named Phoenix Spirit?"

"Yes, the Old Ancestor brought her back before but took her away again quickly. It's said her talent is even more terrifying than the three Saints!"

"A ten-year-old at the Peak of the Spirit Sea Realm? Is that for real?"

"Absolutely true! And her status is equal to a Saint!"

Just as everyone was discussing and the three Saints were also curious about this Junior Sister they had never met.

The space near the Ancestral Hall rippled slightly, and two figures quietly emerged.

It was Lin Dao and Phoenix Spirit, who followed beside him wearing a brand-new crimson dress, with a clear flame rune on her forehead and a look of slight curiosity and nervousness in her eyes.

"Old Ancestor!"

Everyone, including the three Saints, immediately restrained their auras and bowed respectfully in greeting.

Lin Dao nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over Lin Hao and the other two. A flash of satisfaction appeared in his eyes: "Not bad, Peak of the Life Soul Realm with a solid Foundation. You haven't disappointed this seat."

His gaze finally fell on Phoenix Spirit beside him, and he introduced her in a calm tone: "This is your Junior Sister, Phoenix Spirit."

Then he said to Phoenix Spirit: "Ling'er, these three are your Senior Brothers: Lin Hao, Ye Chen, and Lin Yun."

Phoenix Spirit looked at the three powerful and unique young men before her. She was a bit timid but still politely greeted them: "Ling'er greets the three Senior Brothers."

Lin Hao and the others also curiously observed this legendary little Junior Sister.

They could clearly feel the surging fire-attribute energy on Phoenix Spirit and a deeply hidden, heart-palpitating noble Bloodline aura!

Although she was only at the first stage of the Life Soul Realm now, that aura made them all secretly alarmed.

Ye Chen was the most direct, laughing heartily and showing his white teeth: "Junior Sister, don't be so polite! If anyone bullies you in the future, just say my name, Ye Chen, and your Senior Brother will help you beat them up!"

Lin Hao smiled warmly and nodded: "Welcome home, Junior Sister Ling'er."

Lin Yun looked at the flame rune on Phoenix Spirit's forehead, a strange light flashing in his pupils as he said softly: "Junior Sister's Bloodline is very extraordinary."

Feeling the goodwill released by her three Senior Brothers, the tension in Phoenix Spirit's heart dissipated a lot, and a sweet smile appeared on her small face.

Lin Dao watched this scene, and his thoughts began to stir.

Any one of the four of them would be a Prodigy anywhere, and now they were all in the Lin Family at once!

As long as they are given time, they will surely be existences standing at the Peak of the continent in the future!

Moreover, their growth speed is not something ordinary Prodigies can compare to.

"All of you, dismiss."

Lin Dao waved his hand.

"Hao'er, Chen'er, Yun'er, Ling'er, follow this seat."