I established the Eternal Immortal Clan by taming beasts.

Meanwhile, Lin Che, the instigator, had safely returned to the Lin family's territory at Shattered Star Lake.

At the entrance to the clan's territory, Wang Lingsu, Liu Qingxue, and Su Wanwan waited anxiously, their faces filled with worry.

When the Chen family patriarch's undisguised and declarative Golden Core aura swept across the area like a tidal wave, they already knew something was wrong.

Something earth-shattering must have happened in the silent forest.

Seeing Lin Che land on his sword with a steady aura and no signs of injury, the three women breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly went to greet him.

"Husband! You're back!" Wang Lingsu greeted him first, her eyes full of concern.

"It's good that you're alright!"

A hint of relief flashed across Liu Qingxue's usually cold face, while Su Wanwan quickly stepped forward and carefully examined Lin Che.

"I'm fine."

Lin Che nodded slightly, his gaze sweeping over the three Daoist partners, and his speech quickened:

"I have successfully obtained the spiritual fruit. Without further ado, I need to immediately go into seclusion and attempt to break through to the Golden Core realm."

He gestured for the three to follow him into the clan's territory while he rode his sword towards the main residence on the island in the center of the lake.

At the same time, the dramatic changes that occurred in the silent forest and the Chen family's plans were quickly explained in concise language.

"The news of the spiritual fruit appearing in the Silent Forest was a carefully orchestrated scheme by the Chen family from beginning to end!"

"Their goal is not merely a single spirit fruit, but to subjugate all the families and forces within the Chuyang City territory possessing Foundation Establishment combat power at minimal cost, bringing them all under the Chen family's control and making them vassals!"

He paused slightly, a sharp glint flashing in his eyes:

"My Lin family is definitely part of their scheme."

"Unfortunately, they didn't expect me to go in disguise, nor did they expect that I could evade all eyes and ears and quietly take the spirit fruit while they were entangled with the wolves and other families. However..."

Lin Che's tone turned serious:

"Given the decisiveness, ruthlessness, and meticulous planning displayed by the Chen family today, as well as the imposing presence of the newly promoted Golden Core Ancestor Chen Dai, they will not give up halfway once they have launched their attack."

"After consolidating the Zhou, Li, and Sun families, the next target is very likely to be my Lin family!"

Upon hearing that Lin Che not only returned safely but also secretly took the spiritual fruit amidst such a perilous situation, Liu Qingxue and Wang Lingsu both revealed expressions of amazement and admiration.

Their husbands' methods were clearly far beyond their expectations.

Only Su Wanwan's face darkened abruptly upon hearing the words "Chen family".

She bit her lower lip tightly, remaining silent. In her once bright and gentle eyes, a surge of pain and coldness that had been suppressed for many years welled up.

The painful memories of the family's destruction and the separation of loved ones surged like a tide.

Lin Che keenly noticed the dramatic fluctuations in Su Wanwan's emotions.

He slowed the flash of his sword, walked alongside her, and gently took her slightly cool hand in his, his voice steady and firm:

"Wanwan, don't worry. I've never forgotten the promise I made back then."

Su Wanwan raised her head, her eyes glistening with tears, a mixture of hatred, pain, and deep worry.

She shook her head, her voice slightly choked:

"My lord... if things are beyond saving, the preservation of the Lin family should be the priority! I... I cannot let my personal grudges drag down the entire family."

The conversation between the two left Liu Qingxue and Wang Lingsu slightly taken aback, somewhat puzzled.

Lin Che never revealed Su Wanwan's true background and blood feud to anyone in order to protect her.

At this point, there is no longer any need to hide it.

Lin Che sighed, and, meeting the questioning gazes of Liu Qingxue and Wang Lingsu, slowly explained:

"Wanwan was originally an orphan of the Su family, a family in Chuyang City that mainly focused on alchemy in the early years."

"Back then, the Su family moved here in order to find a suitable territory for cultivating spiritual herbs, which led them to clash with the Chen family, who also made their living through alchemy."

"In the end... the Su family was defeated and the entire family was killed. Only Wanwan, who was still young at the time, happened to be in Chuyang City and thus survived by sheer luck."

"I promised Wanwan that I would avenge her blood feud."

Upon hearing this, Liu Qingxue and Wang Lingsu were both startled, and their gazes toward Su Wanwan instantly filled with pity.

They never imagined that Wanwan, who seemed so lively, cheerful, and carefree, was carrying such a heavy past.

A flame of shared hatred ignited in Liu Qingxue's icy eyes. She grasped Su Wanwan's other hand, her tone resolute:

"Sister Wanwan, this grudge isn't just yours, it's ours too! Since the Chen family has a blood feud with you, count me, Liu Qingxue, in the blame!"

Wang Lingsu nodded emphatically:

"That's right! We are one family, bound by blood, sharing both glory and shame! The Chen family is our common enemy!"

I felt the unreserved support and warmth from my two older sisters.

Su Wanwan's eyes reddened slightly. She nodded heavily, suppressing her surging emotions and transforming them into a more resolute strength.

Lin Che, who was flying at the forefront, was rapidly calculating the worst-case scenario in his mind.

The Chen family is swift and ruthless. Now that they have made their move, they are very likely to press their advantage and not give the Lin family much time to react. Their next target is likely to be Shattered Star Lake!

We must start making arrangements immediately!

The sword light landed on the open space in front of the main house. Lin Che sheathed his flying sword, his expression becoming more serious than ever before.

"The Chen family will likely turn their attention to the Lin family immediately. We must prepare immediately and buy ourselves some time!"

His eyes flashed like lightning as he swiftly issued instructions.

"Clear the snow!"

He looked at Liu Qingxue:

"You immediately take control of the core of the family's protective formation! You've been in charge of maintaining the formation for years, so you know it best."

"Make sure the formation is adjusted to its optimal defensive state. Check all the formation nodes, and ensure that spirit stone reserves are sufficient! In case of any changes, you will be the Lin family's strongest bulwark!"

Liu Qingxue nodded without hesitation, her cool face filled with solemnity:

"Rest assured, my husband, leave the formation to me. I will not allow the enemy to set foot in Shattered Star Lake even slightly!"

"Ling Su!"

Lin Che turned to Wang Lingsu:

"Your task is to immediately gather and appease all the guest retainers."

"Inform them that the Lin family may be facing a powerful enemy, and instruct them to remain in their respective residences or designated areas for the time being, and not to move around or make any unusual moves!"

"At the same time, arrange for a cloud boat to immediately travel to the Wang family and bring my father-in-law and all the core members of the Wang family to Shattered Star Lake for refuge!"

"We need to be quick; we must finish before the Chen family can react!"

This move was to prevent the Chen family from using Wang Lingsu's clansmen as leverage.

Wang Lingsu immediately and solemnly replied:

"I understand! I'll take care of it right away. I'll definitely stabilize the situation internally and bring back the royal family members!"

Finally, Lin Che's gaze fell on Su Wanwan:

"Wanwan, your task is crucial, keep an eye on the children!"

"Don't let them run around. None of them are allowed to participate in the fight. Now is not the time to have them risk their lives!"

Su Wanwan nodded vigorously, wiping away the tears from the corners of her eyes, her gaze hardening:

"Rest assured, my husband, I will protect the children and never let them be in danger!"