Qin Heng's perception was incredibly acute.

The slightest psychological fluctuation from Qian Zhenghai could not escape his discerning eyes.

The moment Qian Zhenghai harbored dissenting thoughts, Qin Heng immediately detected his unusual state and snorted coldly, "Qian Zhenghai, I know what you're thinking. Do not let this happen again, or I will make you understand what true regret means!"

As a dog, one only has the qualification to obey its master's orders, never to defy or question!

Qian Zhenghai was so frightened he trembled all over. He didn't even try to explain, simply kneeling down and bowing his head to admit his fault, "Young Master Qin, forgive me. I will never dare to do so again."

Seeing Qian Zhenghai kneel, Zhao Weicai, who was standing beside him, naturally felt it was inappropriate to remain standing. So, he also knelt and paid his respects to Qin Heng.

Thus, including Xu He who had knelt earlier, three people were now kneeling before Qin Heng.

Each of these three had their own reasons.

Qin Heng, however, simply stood with his hands behind his back, gazing at the sea of clouds, allowing them to kneel there without uttering a word.

Qian Zhenghai and Zhao Weicai dared not say a word either.

Xu He, still hoping to obtain genuine cultivation secrets from Qin Heng, naturally dared not show any disrespect and continued to kneel reverently, in silence.

"Eh? What is this…"

Song Ningran, who had emerged from the Jade Emperor Palace at some unknown moment, was astonished upon seeing this scene.

She had met Qian Zhenghai and Zhao Weicai before and knew they were extremely respectful towards Qin Heng, but why had Xu He also knelt down?

"Stand up."

Qin Heng said indifferently, not intending to make things difficult for the three.

"Thank you, Young Master Qin."

Xu He, Qian Zhenghai, and Zhao Weicai respectfully paid their respects, got up, and stood to one side, still not daring to utter a word.

Song Ningran, her eyes filled with curiosity, came to Qin Heng's side and asked in a low, puzzled voice, "Qin Heng, what's going on?"

"They simply have matters to request of me," Qin Heng said with a smile. Then he added, "Later, I need to go down the mountain for something. Xu He will watch over things here, but you also need to be careful… Hmm, I should give you something for self-defense."

With that, he casually snapped a twig from a nearby tree and flicked it lightly.

SWISH!

The sound of air being pierced rang out. In Qin Heng's hand, the twig, barely ten centimeters long, became like a divine sword that could slice through iron as if it were mud, its sharp edge revealed, captivating one's very soul.

This greatly shocked Qian Zhenghai and Zhao Weicai. Although they were not versed in Martial Dao, they knew that someone capable of such a feat could not be an ordinary person.

As for Xu He, his eyeballs nearly popped out. He stared unblinkingly at the twig in disbelief. He could feel an immense danger emanating from it! If anyone dared to make a move on Song Ningran, they would be instantly slain by this twig! Even he, Xu He, who had reached the Innate Realm and was known as a Great Grandmaster of Martial Dao, would be utterly incapable of retaliating! Are the powers of a Cultivator this terrifying? Xu He looked at Qin Heng with a mixture of shock and uncertainty, his understanding of Qin Heng's strength deepening. Too strong! He was truly like one of the Immortal Gods walking the earth!

"What a crystal-clear branch!" Song Ningran exclaimed in surprise as she took the branch from Qin Heng, examining it with great curiosity.

Now, this branch was no longer in its original state. Nourished by the Mana within Qin Heng's body, it had transformed into something resembling a Magic Artifact. It emitted a gentle, pervasive white light, like jade, and was exceptionally beautiful.

Of course, its power was also tremendous, capable of unleashing ten attacks, each akin to an ordinary rocket-propelled grenade.

"Keep it safe, and I'll be at ease," Qin Heng said with a slight nod, adding, "After I've dealt with some matters, I'll come back for you. It shouldn't take too long."

"Alright, I'll wait for you here," Song Ningran nodded and said very obediently.

"Let's go," Qin Heng glanced at Qian Zhenghai and Zhao Weicai, then leaped forward. It was as if the ground itself shrank with each step, allowing him to cross the forty-five-meter distance in an instant, heading towards the stairs leading down the mountain.

Qian Zhenghai and Zhao Weicai hurried to follow, not daring to delay.

Watching Qin Heng's departing figure, Xu He couldn't help but exclaim, "Young Master Qin is truly an Immortal figure."

Song Ningran also gazed at Qin Heng, her eyes sparkling as if they held stars. A smile lingered on her red lips as she tightly clutched the jade-like branch.

「In Qian Zhenghai's car.」

Qin Heng sat in the back seat, his eyes slightly closed, resembling an Immortal God in meditation. Qian Zhenghai and Zhao Weicai, two influential figures in Qi Lu, dared not even breathe too loudly, much less speak.

"The Fang Consortium isn't just your business partner, is it?" Qin Heng suddenly spoke, his tone calm. "Qian Zhenghai, I'm now giving you a chance to tell the truth."

"Young Master Qin..." Qian Zhenghai's pupils shrank upon hearing this, his entire body stiffening. He let out a deep sigh and slowly said, "You truly have sharp eyes, Young Master Qin. I did conceal some matters. Please forgive me; it was all my fault. But I have no ill intentions towards the Qins. In fact, Old Master Fang once saved my life, and I couldn't bear to see him die under such unclear circumstances."

"If that's the case, you should have just said so. I'm not unreasonable," Qin Heng said faintly. "However, the fact that you concealed part of the situation is also true. After this matter is over, devise a punishment for yourself and present it to me."

"...Yes. Thank you, Young Master Qin," Qian Zhenghai said very sincerely, without a trace of resentment. He knew he was at fault and deserved punishment.

The Fang Consortium's holdings were considerable.

They owned two private hospitals. Old Master Fang was currently staying in one such private hospital near Mount Tai, receiving care and treatment.

Qin Heng accompanied Qian Zhenghai there and saw that the hospital parking lot was already filled with many cars.

"That's the He Family's car!" Qian Zhenghai suddenly cried out, then explained, "Young Master Qin, the He Family is a Martial Dao family in Qi Lu, and their influence in business is not insignificant either. They have some disputes with the Fangs. Their presence here now likely means they intend to take advantage of the Fang family's misfortune!"

"Interesting," Qin Heng smiled, got out of the car, and said, "Let's go. We'll go in and meet this benefactor who saved your life."

However, when Qin Heng arrived at the hospital entrance with Qian Zhenghai and Zhao Weicai, two men standing guard there stretched out their arms, blocking their way.

"Isn't this Boss Qian?" The two men noticed Qian Zhenghai and completely ignored Qin Heng. They sneered, "Boss Qian, are you ill? Apologies, but the He Family has booked this entire place. If you are sick, you'll have to go elsewhere to be seen."

"Step aside," Qin Heng said indifferently. "Don't bring a devastating disaster upon your He Family."

"Well, well! Boss Qian, this lackey of yours is quite arrogant!" The two men looked at Qin Heng with disdain and said, "Kid, do you know what kind of family the He Family is? Anyone from our family could crush a poor working stiff like you with one hand!"

"Heh, the He Family?" Qin Heng's eyes narrowed. He threw two quick punches, THUD! THUD! knocking the men to the ground, unconscious on the spot. Then, he walked straight into the hospital and said faintly, "Don't worry about the He Family. They will soon cease to exist!"

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