On the edge of the lake, stretches of green grass swayed gently in the breeze. Trees grew with lush, shady leaves, creating a soothing atmosphere. In the distance, mountains stood majestically with sturdy cliffs that seemed to be the eternal guardians of the place. From between the tall rocks, waterfalls poured down, crashing into the pool below. Its sound rumbled, but blended harmoniously with the rustling of the wind, creating a harmony that seeped directly into the soul. Xiao Tian's gaze finally stopped at one point. In the middle of the lake stood a small, very simple hut. Its existence contrasted with the magnificence of the surrounding nature, but it was precisely from that simplicity that a deep tranquility radiated. There was no Divine light, no strange glitter, just a simple form that held hidden meaning. While Xiao Tian was still staring at the hut, Xiao Jian's voice was heard clearly. His voice was deep, full of warmth, but still implied an authority that could not be opp

Xiao Tian's gaze was deeply fixed, his eyes carrying a firmness that could not be shaken by anyone. Xiao Jian stared back at him, eyes that reflected a vast calmness like the ocean. His voice remained calm, but this time tinged with a sincerity that he rarely showed. "Tian'er, tell me. What do you need." Xiao Tian did not delay. "I won't beat around the bush. Inside my god ring world, there are two souls that are severely injured, even their condition is life-threatening. They are the souls of the Azure Dragon God Emperor and the Fire Phoenix Queen. Both are now fast asleep, and it all happened because of me. They risked their lives to protect me. I don't like owing debts of gratitude, let alone such a great sacrifice. I have to repay them. So I want Father to treat them. Maybe Father has the means to restore their condition." Before Xiao Tian took the two souls out of the god ring world, Xiao Jian was already staring straight at him. The look was so deep, as if penetrating layers

The two souls that were previously fragile, shaky, and almost vanished had now transformed back into mighty existences. Their auras rose, rumbled, penetrating the layers of air until they made the space tremble violently. From their bodies, the power that had disappeared now grew rapidly, becoming more solid, more majestic, until it reached its highest peak. From the God King level, it soared without hesitation, breaking through again to the fifteenth-rank Supreme God Emperor realm. The vibration of that power shook the surface of the lake. Small ripples turned into large waves that bounced in all directions, breaking the tranquility of the clear water. The roar of the wind rolled from between the mountains, making the trees sway wildly as if they also felt the pressure. The towering mountains stood stiffly, but their shadows trembled on the constantly undulating surface of the water. The air rippled violently, channeling the echo of the power that had just exploded in that place. X

Xiao Quantian then looked at Xiao Jian. The look was firm, and his face looked serious, without hesitation he asked, "Uncle, will little brother Tian come with us?" That question made Xiao Jian's attention turn. He looked at his own son, waiting for an answer that might change many things. However, Xiao Tian didn't bother to return the look. He remained silent, his body still leaning against the cold bamboo floor, his eyes staring at the ceiling, as if he didn't care about the pressure that was present around him. "I will not join." Xiao Tian's voice sounded calm but firm. There was not the slightest doubt in his words, as if that decision had been firmly planted within him. Xiao Jian sighed thinly. "Tian'er, Quantian is your cousin, he is my older brother's son. You must have heard about him. Now he is practicing under Father's direct guidance. Are you really not going to join?" His voice sounded soft, as if wanting to persuade, but behind that gentleness there was a strong push.

Xiao Tian smiled thinly. The look in his eyes was cold, sharp like a sword blade slicing through the sky. "Old beast, I don't need my Father's support. Because I have you in my dantian. With a bloodline as strong as yours, I am sure, even without my Father, I will surpass Xiao Quantian, even my own Father." "Hahaha!" Leihuo Dashi's laughter echoed, loud, long, and full of satisfaction. Every vibration seemed to break the empty space. "Boy, since when have you been good at praising this God?" Xiao Tian responded calmly. "Since you incited me to hate my Father. Although your incitement was not successful, I trust you. I can reach the heights of cultivation with you." Leihuo Dashi's voice changed heavily, as if coming from immeasurable depths. "I didn't expect you to be good at boasting, even though I know your true feelings. This God likes it. And this God promises, your wish will be fulfilled. We will tread the heights of cultivation that no one has ever reached!" Xiao Tian nod