Hao Jiuyou and his group were all suppressed to the ground by the immense pressure, their bodies embedded deep in the rock, unable to move, and their hearts were already filled with turbulent waves.

Everyone's faces turned pale, their eyes filled with disbelief and shock. No one had expected that A Diao, who had disappeared for many years, would have undergone such a transformative leap in his cultivation during those years.

The overwhelming aura before them was on a completely different level from theirs. The imposing pressure, as vast as mountains and as deep as the sea, was clearly something only a true Reincarnation Realm expert could wield.

This sudden and drastic change shocked everyone, overturned their worldview, and left them feeling both absurd and horrified.

Under the oppressive aura of terror, their blood and qi stagnated, their meridians stiffened, and they were unable to even open their mouths to utter a sound, utterly powerless to resist. They could only barely move their eyes, staring blankly at the little sable in front of them out of the corner of their eyes.

At this moment, Little Mink stood tall, his face full of smug pride, his eyes filled with indifference and contempt as he looked down at Hao Jiuyou and his group who were pinned to the ground. His posture was like that of a supreme being looking down on ants, revealing his inherent arrogance.

The little sable coldly looked down at Hao Jiuyou, who was being pressed firmly to the ground by the oppressive aura. Recalling how this person had always ostracized and made things difficult for her in the clan, and how he had secretly formed cliques to seize power, and how he had just met her with that sarcastic and ugly face full of sarcasm, the pent-up resentment in her heart was instantly swept away, and she felt extremely refreshed.

He immediately threw his head back and laughed loudly twice, his laughter arrogant and triumphant, and then strode forward, raising his foot to stomp heavily on Hao Jiuyou's face.

With a muffled thud, Hao Jiuyou's body, already suppressed by immense force and deeply embedded in the rock layer, was crushed again. His entire cheek was stomped into the hard stone ground, and the rough edges of the rock tore through his flesh, instantly creating several bloody cracks. Crimson blood slowly seeped from his cheek, staining the blue stone ground beneath him.

Hao Jiuyou let out a muffled groan, blood foam spilling from his mouth and nose. His meridians were locked by the oppressive force, and he couldn't mobilize any Yuan power. He could only endure this humiliation in humiliation. His eyes were filled with shame, indignation and boundless hatred, but he couldn't even struggle.

The little sable pressed down slightly with its feet, grinding his face deeper into the stone ground while speaking with extreme mockery and sarcasm:
"Hao Jiuyou, why aren't you pretending anymore? Where did that sarcastic attitude go?"

"In the past, you always ostracized me in the clan and secretly won people over, thinking that as long as I left the clan, you could sit on the throne and act like a tyrant, right?"

"Weren't you arrogant and domineering in the clan because of your Reincarnation Realm cultivation? Now, in front of me, aren't you just like an ant, not even qualified to raise a hand to resist?"

He looked down at the other man's disheveled, blood-covered appearance, his eyes filled with indifferent contempt. He pressed down slightly with his foot again and sneered:

"You thought your plan was flawless, but you never expected that my cultivation level upon my return would far exceed your imagination. A mere Reincarnation Realm cultivator dares to be arrogant in front of me, Lord Mink? You are truly overestimating yourself and utterly laughable!"

Xiao Diao was never a soft-hearted person; he always clearly distinguished between gratitude and resentment, and he showed no mercy to his enemies who had always opposed him and plotted against him in the past.

He pressed down relentlessly, his weight pressing down on Hao Jiuyou's face repeatedly, grinding and ravaging it. The rough, hard rock scraped against his flesh, turning his already bloodied cheeks into a bloody mess, unrecognizable and utterly miserable.

The little sable vented all the pent-up frustration and resentment that Hao Jiuyou had accumulated over the years. It felt a surge of exhilaration. Then, it showed disgust and spat at Hao Jiuyou’s blood-stained face, its posture arrogant and unrestrained.

The next moment, he lowered his waist slightly, and his right leg, wrapped in a powerful and domineering Yuan energy, kicked Hao Jiuyou hard in the chest and abdomen!

boom--

A muffled thud suddenly exploded, and Hao Jiuyou's body, already bound by the oppressive force, had no way to resist. He was sent flying like a cannonball, transforming into a black shadow that streaked through the air towards the distant mountains.

A deafening roar echoed continuously as Hao Jiuyou's body hurtled like thunder, crashing straight through towering mountain peaks. Rocks shattered, cliffs collapsed, and dust and debris churned and splashed like waves.

After crashing into and collapsing several mountains, his momentum finally gave out, and he was embedded heavily in a pile of rubble. Countless bones in his body were broken, his breath was extremely weak, and he was covered in blood. He lay paralyzed in the rubble, unable to move, with only his faint gasps echoing through the mountains and forests.

"Hahaha! Hao Jiuyou, this is what happens when you offend your Lord Mink! From now on, you'd better behave yourself and keep your tail between your legs, or you'll suffer a thousand kinds of pain in the future!"

The little sable stood tall, letting out a long howl. Its tone was arrogant and unrestrained, and its brows were full of triumphant spirit. The proud demeanor that had been suppressed for so long was fully revealed.

Once the euphoria in his heart had dissipated, Little Mink casually withdrew the immense pressure that had enveloped everyone. However, the group of Heavenly Demon Mink Clan members who had come with Hao Jiuyou remained frozen on the ground, even though the restraints on their bodies had been removed, and none of them dared to get up even slightly.

Everyone looked up at the spirited little sable before them, their eyes filled with endless regret and fear. No one had expected that the young clan leader who had quietly left would have undergone such a terrifying transformation, reaching the Reincarnation Realm at such a young age.

If they had known earlier that Young Clan Chief A Diao possessed extraordinary talent and a promising future, how could they have been so easily swayed by Hao Jiuyou's sweet words, blindly following his lead and secretly opposing him?

Now that Little Mink has made a powerful return, displaying astonishing cultivation, his position as the next patriarch of the Heavenly Demon Mink Clan is already a foregone conclusion. Those clan members who have long been labeled as Hao Jiuyou's henchmen will inevitably face ostracism and harassment within the clan, their fate predictable.

Upon realizing this, everyone turned pale, filled with regret, and lay prostrate on the ground, barely daring to breathe, only bowing their heads, their hearts filled with unease.

This earth-shattering roar echoed through the mountains, and the commotion was terrifying. In addition, since Xiao Diao and Xiao Ling had no intention of deliberately concealing their aura or suppressing their power, this commotion quickly alarmed the entire heartland of the Heavenly Demon Diao Clan.

In an instant, countless powerful members of the clan were drawn by the tremor and, sensing the unusual activity, immediately set off. Streams of light pierced the sky as figures, each carrying a powerful aura of Yuan energy, sped towards the scene of the incident.

Most of the newcomers were powerful experts at the Reincarnation Realm. Their expressions were solemn, filled with surprise and doubt. Their gazes fell on the devastated ruins of the mountains and the current standoff, and they were all shocked.

The members of the Heavenly Demon Sable Clan who rushed over upon hearing the news naturally recognized the little sable at a glance. Looking at their long-lost young clan leader, everyone's faces showed undisguised astonishment, their gazes sweeping over him with surprise and disbelief.

From the crowd, an elderly man with white hair and beard, and a solemn and aged face, slowly stepped out. His aura was deep and profound, faintly revealing the majestic presence that held the power to control the rise and fall of his clan. He was none other than Zhu Li, the highly respected elder of the Heavenly Demon Mink Clan, who held important positions in the clan.

“Ah Diao, I never expected that you would be able to return to the Heavenly Demon Diao Clan safely. You mysteriously disappeared before, and the clan spent a lot of manpower searching for your whereabouts, but there was still no news. Everyone thought that you had already met with misfortune and perished in a foreign land. Now that you have returned safely, it is truly a happy event for our Heavenly Demon Diao Clan.”

Zhu Li's gaze fell on the little sable, and he spoke slowly, his tone tinged with emotion.
"Haha, old man Zhu Li, I am blessed with good fortune and a long life. How could I easily encounter danger? Besides, with my current cultivation and strength, there are very few people in the entire Eastern Xuan Domain and even the Demon Domain who can hurt me!"

Little Mink grinned at Elder Zhu Li, his eyebrows raised and his tone full of arrogance and pride, looking triumphant and smug.

Elder Zhu Li focused his attention on sensing the powerful aura emanating from the little sable. It was clearly the solid foundation of the Reincarnation Realm. He was secretly shocked and his eyes were filled with disbelief.

He was genuinely curious and extremely surprised, wondering what extraordinary encounters A Diao had had in the years since she left, that allowed her to break through the Reincarnation Realm and enter the Samsara Realm.

But seeing that this kid was still as flamboyant and showy as ever, Zhu Li couldn't help but twitch his lips slightly, feeling both helpless and sentimental.

He suppressed his surprise and curiosity, his expression turned solemn, and he asked in a deep voice,
"Alright, let's put aside the matter of your improved cultivation for now. Just now, a strong fluctuation of Yuan Qi erupted here, causing quite a commotion. What kind of conflict occurred between you and Hao Jiuyou? What exactly happened just now?"

"Tch, what other reason could there be? It's just that Hao Jiuyou saw me return and started mocking and deliberately provoking me. I found his sarcastic and weird appearance really annoying, so I just taught him a lesson. If it weren't for the fact that we're both from the Heavenly Demon Mink Clan and I had to consider the clan's reputation, I would have crippled him today!"

The little sable waved its hand dismissively, its tone flippant and arrogant, showing no concern for the conflict.

Elder Zhu Li, who was well aware of the long-standing feud and discord between the two, immediately spoke in a deep voice to mediate, his tone carrying the composure and admonition of a respected elder of the clan.
“A Diao, now that you have returned safely, you should no longer be at odds with your fellow clansmen. You two are both members of the Heavenly Demon Diao clan, and you should prioritize harmony within the clan. Peace brings wealth, and that is the way to long-term prosperity. There is no need to start a war over a petty squabble.”

If it were any other time, Xiao Diao's cultivation level would be roughly equal to Hao Jiuyou's, or even slightly inferior, and he would certainly have handled the matter impartially and made careful adjustments.

But now the situation has changed dramatically. In just a few years, Xiao Diao has reached the Reincarnation Realm, and his cultivation is unparalleled among his peers. His position as the next clan leader is a sure thing and unshakeable.

Having lived for so many years, Zhu Li was extremely worldly-wise and knew what was important and what was not. Naturally, he wouldn't take the matter too seriously for the sake of the disgraced Hao Jiuyou, lest he offend the future clan leader. After offering a symbolic word of advice, he said no more and simply let the matter pass.

Xiao Diao naturally understood the deeper meaning and bias in Elder Zhu Li's words. He also knew that now that he had returned to the clan, it was not appropriate to pursue the matter relentlessly and lose his composure. So he took over the conversation and stopped mentioning the conflict with Hao Jiuyou.

He turned to the side, raised his hand, pointed to Xiao Ling who had been standing silently beside him, and introduced him loudly to the elders and powerful members of the clan who had gathered around.

"Elders, this is my dear friend Xiao Ling, whom I brought with me to visit the Heavenly Demon Sable Clan on my return. I owe my current fortune and cultivation level to Brother Xiao Ling's care and assistance along the way."

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ling remained calm and composed. He nodded slightly to the group of elders of the Heavenly Demon Mink Clan, displaying humility and politeness as a gesture of greeting.

The elders and powerful figures present all possessed keen insight and could sense the unfathomable depth of Xiao Ling's aura. They knew that this person was no ordinary individual and was likely another expert at the Reincarnation Realm.

Therefore, no one dared to put on airs or act arrogantly because of their clan status. Instead, everyone wore kind smiles and returned the greetings respectfully. Their attitude towards Xiao Ling was humble and enthusiastic, showing full courtesy and reverence.

As for Hao Jiuyou, who lay paralyzed among the broken walls and ruins in the distance, wounded and barely breathing, no one paid him a second glance. He was as if he were just an insignificant speck of dust, completely forgotten by everyone in this desolate wilderness.

However, just as everyone was exchanging pleasantries and the atmosphere was easing, a chilling, sinister, and eerie aura suddenly spread from the distant collapsed mountains.

This aura was fierce and unruly, completely unlike the orthodox Yuan Power of the Heavenly Demon Mink Clan. Instead, it carried a chilling malevolence that instantly alarmed all the elders present. Everyone's expressions tightened, and they all turned to look at the source of the aura.

Amidst the ruins and rubble, Hao Jiuyou dragged his battered body out slowly, step by step.

His clothes were torn and stained with blood. His already pale face was now covered with fine, grotesque demonic patterns that glowed with a dark red aura. The patterns spread from his cheeks to his neck, exuding a chilling and sinister feeling.

Those eyes, which used to feign gentleness and humility towards their clansmen, were now completely consumed by the crimson demonic intent, devoid of any pretense, leaving only madness, resentment, and ruthlessness.

"Damn it...damn it! Damn it!"

"My plan was flawless, everything was progressing step by step according to my plan, and it was about to be a great success! But then you, this unexpected variable, came out of nowhere and ruined my big plan!"

"Why are you not only alive, but you also dare to return to the clan?! Your cultivation has even broken through to the Reincarnation Realm, why... why is it you who has to come back and get in the way? I was so close to completely taking control of the Heavenly Demon Sable Clan, so close!"

At this moment, Hao Jiuyou appeared to be insane, his voice hoarse and distorted, the demonic patterns on his face pulsating faintly, and his body surging with an evil aura. He was completely consumed by resentment, jealousy, and overwhelming killing intent, and he stared intently at the little mink in front of him.

The intense killing intent that soared into the sky was locked onto the little sable in front of him, made no attempt to conceal it, like a ferocious beast ready to devour its prey, staring intently at its mortal enemy. (End of Chapter)

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