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.
