Brother Eagle and the others returned to the small town like stray dogs.
Although the town was not large, it harbored several formidable individuals.
Brother Eagle entered a manor, where numerous Martial God realm cultivators patrolled, accompanied by giant ferocious dogs that had emerged after the spiritual energy resurgence.
He proceeded into the villa, finding a group of people seated inside, enjoying tea.
"Mr. Jack," Brother Eagle said respectfully, looking at the middle-aged man at the head of the group.
Mr. Jack was the leader of this organization, exuding an aura of sinister cruelty.
"Did you bring the person back?" Mr. Jack asked indifferently, smoking a cigar.
Brother Eagle's face was filled with terror. "Mr. Jack, I apologize."
"What? They escaped?" Mr. Jack's voice turned cold.
Brother Eagle quickly explained, "We had almost caught her, but someone meddlesome intervened. This person's strength is immense, and even their daughter possesses the strength of the Spirit Sovereign realm. With the protection of their family, we are unable to apprehend her now."
"The daughter is in the Spirit Sovereign realm? That means the couple is even stronger!" Several elders sat beside Mr. Jack, all of whom were cultivators at the Spirit Saint level.
Mr. Jack provided these elders with a substantial amount of money each year, and in return, they helped him resolve certain troubles.
"We absolutely cannot let her leave alive, or the consequences will be dire," Mr. Jack stated sternly. "I request that you gentlemen handle this matter and eliminate that woman."
"Rest assured, Mr. Jack, she will not survive tonight," one of the elders said impassively.
"Then I shall trouble you all," Mr. Jack said, turning to Brother Eagle. "You know where that woman is, don't you?"
Brother Eagle nodded quickly. "Of course, I do. They are at the Strawberry House in Manyuan Village."
"Good, you will guide them there."
...
The Strawberry House had a very rustic style, with all its construction being wooden, except for the walls.
The previous film crew had erected a shed in the yard.
Beneath the shed was a wooden long table.
The wooden table had now been cleared, and the groceries purchased by Qin Hanchu were laid out on it.
After washing the chopsticks, Qin Hanchu's family invited Wang Shan to sit down.
While eating, Qin Hanchu curiously asked, "What leverage do you have against them? Why are they hunting you?"
"There have been many child disappearances recently. After a long investigation, I finally found this place."
"I am certain that those missing children were taken by these people."
"Moreover, there are their accomplices within the local system."
"That is precisely why I did not ask you to notify the law enforcement."
"If they were to arrive, I would still fall into their hands."
"You saved me, but I might have endangered you all," Wang Shan said with a heavy heart.
Qin Hanchu calmly ate his food and replied, "Don't worry, our family is not that fragile."
"Do you know where those children are being held?" Baili Caixia asked.
"There is a warehouse in town."
"It is guarded by powerful cultivators."
"I could only observe them with long-range cameras; I dared not approach."
Spirit realm cultivators possessed spiritual senses, making them easily detectable upon proximity.
Wang Shan was discovered by Brother Eagle, but as Brother Eagle was disinclined to act, he sent his subordinates to pursue her.
However, they never anticipated encountering meddlesome Qin Hanchu.
"Sister Hu, you go and find them first, and ensure the safety of those children," Baili Caixia said.
A white fox emerged from the room and left.
"What is that?" Wang Shan asked in surprise.
"My pet, it's very intelligent," Baili Caixia said with a smile.
"Could that be a spirit beast of the Spirit realm?"
Although Wang Shan's own strength was not remarkable, she had some knowledge of spirit beasts.
Baili Caixia was a Spirit realm cultivator, so it was not unusual for her to possess a spirit beast.
Baili Caixia nodded. "Yes, it is very powerful."
"Let's eat. We will handle this matter for you."
"This evil force will be uprooted as well," Axiang said with a smile.
"Thank you," Wang Shan replied.
After the meal, the family continued with the cleaning.
Wang Shan also helped.
After an afternoon of cleaning, the Strawberry House was completely renovated, and even the rooms were tidied up immaculately.
Looking at the beautiful Strawberry House, Qin Hanchu's family felt a sense of accomplishment.
Living in such a place felt more comfortable than residing in a villa.
When dinner time arrived, Qin Hanchu began to build a fire to cook.
During lunchtime, Qin Hanchu had bought a lot of ingredients from the mall, so they could cook for themselves.
As Qin Hanchu was tending the fire, Baili Caixia walked out.
"Dad, those people are here again. I'll go out and play with them."
Qin Hanchu nodded. "Alright, go ahead."
As soon as Baili Caixia pushed open the wooden door, she saw four cars pull up.
The car doors opened, and a group of people emerged.
"Little girl, it would be nice for your family to live such a leisurely life. Why bother meddling?"
"Listen to this old man's advice and hand over that girl to us."
"I doubt you would want your peaceful life to be ruined."
The elder who spoke also appeared to be Western. They likely came from the Sacred Hall Great World.
The elder surveyed the surroundings and found the environment quite pleasant.
His tone was laced with threat as he spoke.
"It's no trouble. I was actually bored here."
"With people like you around, my life has become a bit more interesting."
"So, are you going to fight one by one, or will you all come at me at once?" Baili Caixia teased.
"Little girl, do you know our realms?" another elder scoffed.
"Let's dispense with the pleasantries. Whoever wants to capture her first has to get past me," Baili Caixia said with a smile, crossing her arms.
"To reach the Spirit realm at such a young age, you are indeed exceptionally talented, but you are no match for us. Have your elders come to speak with us," the elder said contemptuously.
Upon hearing this, Baili Caixia let out a bell-like laugh. "I'm no match for you? Are you sure?"
The elder laughed heartily. "Several of us are Spirit Saint level experts. Do you think you can defeat us? The Spirit Sovereign realm is like a child before us."
"What if I have surpassed the Spirit realm and reached another level?" Baili Caixia smiled. "Never mind, you probably won't believe it anyway. Let's settle this with action."
Seeing Baili Caixia's dismissive gaze, these Spirit Saint elders were greatly enraged.
They, as "experts" at the Spirit Saint level, were being mocked by Baili Caixia. It was a profound humiliation.
As for the other realm Baili Caixia mentioned, they paid it no mind.
How could someone so young possibly be a Profound realm expert?
"You talk a big game. Let me see just how strong you are."
One of the elders could no longer contain himself. He suddenly attacked, sending a massive flaming palm print towards Baili Caixia.