Our eldest brother never hides good things from us.

Thinking about it carefully, it is still possible.

"Nianqing is my junior sister. They're afraid I'll settle accounts with them. Or perhaps they sensed the killing intent of the Immortal-Slaying Sword, which is why they've gone into seclusion?"

"Or is it that you simply don't want to get involved in the mess in the Northern Wilderness?"

In just a few breaths, Chang Wen analyzed multiple possibilities.

Chen Changsheng, Shen Nianqing, Chu Xinghe, Su Xiaoman and the others were also dumbfounded.

Why can't I go home now?

Skyrim.

Ren Yuanzi, Zhou Qing, the head of the Wang family, and Jiang Daolin also looked at Chang Wen and the others, seemingly lost in thought.

With the Shen family living in seclusion, how will Chang Wen and his group cope?

Trying to influence the will of an ancient clan through a few individuals is probably as difficult as climbing to the heavens.

Before the light screen in the Northern Wilderness, hundreds of millions of cultivators watched as Chang Wen and his group were blocked outside the door, waiting to see how the situation would develop.

In front of the Shen family's gate.

After a brief moment of surprise, Lin Baoding spoke again, "Then would you please go in and inform them again, young friend?"

"My patriarch has said that no one is allowed to enter during this period of seclusion. Senior Lin, please leave."

After the young man in black finished speaking, he left, leaving Lin Baoding and the others standing there, feeling utterly helpless.

"..."

"this……"

After a long silence, Lin Baoding looked at Xue Wuqing and said, "Things are probably much more complicated than we imagined."

"That's true, but there's no rush."

Xue Wuqing analyzed the situation, "After the five clans of the Demon Ruins head to the Northern Wilderness, the six-month deadline should be extended. Subtracting the month we used, we still have plenty of time. We can find a way."

"Aunt Xue, what if we give up on asking the Shen family for help and go directly to the Eastern Immortal Dynasty?"

Chang Wen asked a question.

"no."

Xue Wuqing shook her head and explained, "Two reasons."

"The first one, this is your master's intention."

"Secondly, the gap between us and the Holy Alliance is too vast. If we fail to go to any of the three regions, the crisis in the Northern Wilderness will be difficult to resolve completely. At best, it will only buy us time."

Chang Wen lowered his gaze. "In other words, we absolutely need the Shen family's help on this trip. But they've chosen to withdraw from the world beforehand. What are we supposed to do then?"

"Not yet."

Snow was merciless and there was no good solution.

"I have a suggestion."

Chang Wen thought for a moment. Seeing everyone looking at him, he said, "If I tear down their gate, they'll definitely have to come out."

Although this method is not appropriate, it is the most direct and effective method.

"I agree with that view."

Chu Xinghe agreed.

Everyone looked at him, wondering why he was so quick to agree.

Chen Changsheng grabbed Chu Xinghe's arm, "Third Junior Brother, don't be impulsive! If we start tearing down their gate right away, what if they try to hold us down?"

Chu Xinghe glanced at Chang Wen, but smiled without saying a word.

With our senior brother here, what is there to fear from the mere Shen family?

Let alone ancient aristocratic families, even the legendary Starry Sky Ancient Clan would have to respectfully open the door when they see my senior brother.

Chang Wen...

This kid is definitely imagining things again.

Xue Wuqing smiled faintly, "Forcibly breaking down the door is a last resort and could very well escalate the conflict between the two sides. Unless absolutely necessary, it's best not to do it."

Chang Wen nodded, then said, "But we don't even have a place to stay right now, and the Shen family is the only dominant force in the west. If they insist on staying out of the world, we have no better options."

Everyone fell silent.

After a long silence, Lin Baoding suggested, "I've inquired and learned that the Shen family has been troubled by demonic possession lately. Even if they retreat from the world, they won't be able to resolve the problem for the time being. Why don't we go to the areas where demonic possession is concentrated and see if we can find an opportunity?"

Chang Wen looked at Lin Baoding, "Uncle-Master, this approach is prudent, but it's too slow. Besides, even if we go, we might not find a solution. I also have some grudges with the Shen family that need to be settled. How about I fire a shot at their doorstep first?"

Lin Baoding and Xue Wuqing exchanged a glance, then Lin Baoding looked at Chang Wen and said, "If you've made up your mind, then do it."

There is nothing wrong with doing extraordinary things during extraordinary times.

Chang Wen nodded.

He was about to draw his golden spear to unleash a powerful attack when he suddenly remembered that the golden spear was gone...

So he looked at the little girl who was gazing at him expectantly. He took her storage bag and, seeing the reluctance in her eyes, took out a black and gold halberd.

It remains a first-grade magical artifact.

After obtaining the magical artifact, Chang Wen sealed it with his blood. Then, without hesitation, he thrust out with his halberd!

boom--

The overwhelming offensive instantly enveloped the Shen family's residence. All onlookers were terrified.

Dude, are you going to call for reinforcements or make enemies? You're tearing down someone's gate right off the bat?

Putting everything else aside, the effect is indeed very good.

A dark mass of figures surged out from within the Shen family compound, their roars and shouts mingling together, "Who dares disturb the peace of the Shen family?!"

A rough estimate puts the number at tens of thousands.

Both Chang Wen's enemies and allies fell silent.

This situation is likely to become difficult to resolve.

But that's none of their business; they can just watch the show quietly. What will Chang Wen do next?

Seeing that Lin Baoding was about to step forward, Chang Wen used his voice to stop him.

He stepped forward, gun in hand, and asked, "Who among you is in charge?"

This appearance stunned everyone who knew Chang Wen, and they couldn't help but start looking at him again.

Why does someone who is usually quite low-key act so flamboyantly?

Only Shen Nianqing's beautiful eyes flickered slightly, instantly understanding Chang Wen's intention.

Chang Wen's approach is likely not only because she wants the Shen family's help, but also because she wants to settle the score between her and the Shen family!

Thinking of this, she looked at Chang Wen's back, her thoughts unreadable.

Chang Wen, unaware of all this, looked at the Shen family members and asked, "With so many of you here, don't you even have someone to lead the discussion?"

How dare this kid be so arrogant?

This was the first impression all members of the Shen family had of Chang Wen.

Who are you?

Finally, an elderly man at the peak of the Mahayana stage stepped forward.

It was none other than the third elder of the Shen family.

Chang Wen opened its panel.

[Name: Shen Lang]

[Age/Height/Weight: 76825 years old/190cm/92kg]

[Identity: Third Elder of the Shen Family.]

[Realm Level: Peak of Mahayana.]

[Spiritual Roots: Top-grade Metal, Wood, and Water spiritual roots.]

[Physical constitution: None.]

[Favorability, 0/100]

[System evaluation: Respect for legitimate heirs over illegitimate heirs.]

Respect for legitimate heirs and distinction between commoners.

Upon seeing these four words, Chang Wen instantly understood whether this person was a friend or foe.

Although I understand that necessary communication is still required.

"Chang Wen, of the Haoran Immortal Sect."

Chang Wen looked at the old man and continued, "I came to the Shen family today intending to bring my junior sister home to visit, but I didn't expect the Shen family to go into seclusion yesterday. I'd like to ask, is your Shen family truly going into seclusion, or are you avoiding my junior sister?"

In short, tens of thousands of people from the Shen family turned their attention to Shen Nianqing, who was standing next to Chang Wen.

Should I take my junior sister home to visit?

When did anyone from my Shen family ever visit your Haoran Immortal Sect? Is this a fabrication?

The Third Elder stood with his hands behind his back, his gaze falling on Shen Nianqing. He scrutinized her carefully and was deeply moved.

He really does have the blood of the Shen family flowing through his veins, and he's even a direct descendant!

As the Third Elder, he was familiar with the inside story of that year and quickly guessed Shen Nianqing's identity.

He immediately snapped out of his reverie and looked at Chang Wen, "I disposed of this useless woman eleven years ago. I never expected her to be saved by your Haoran Immortal Sect."

He changed the subject, "Let's set aside for now how you saved her."

"Since you rescued her, you should let her stay peacefully in the Haoran Immortal Sect. Why are you causing trouble at my Shen family? Could it be... that you want to speak up for her?"

Every word was utterly indifferent.