The attacks of the four people arrived in an instant, enveloping Lin Chen.

Boom, boom, boom!

"It's over, Lin Chen is definitely dead," Miao Bing's face revealed a touch of unwillingness.

Those four martial artists were also dumbfounded; they had launched a lethal strike because they believed Lin Chen would dodge.

But what they didn't expect was that this idiot would stand there like a fool, letting the attacks hit him.

They had heard too much about Lin Chen's exploits, how he single-handedly wiped out eight top experts from the Tian Alliance, so they had exerted their full strength from the beginning. But now it seemed that Lin Chen was nothing but a paper tiger.

As the dust settled, their expressions changed dramatically. Lin Chen slowly stood up in the pavilion, completely unharmed.

"How is that possible? The attacks clearly hit him. How could this guy be unscathed?"

Shock was written all over the faces of the four martial artists.

At that moment, Miao Bing's expression changed, "It's the Devouring Heaven Formation. This guy has actually taken control of the Devouring Heaven Formation."

Lin Chen, with eyes full of icy coldness, looked at Miao Bing, a chill flashing in his eyes, "You've had your fun, now it's my turn."

"Attack, kill him—don't let him activate the formation at all costs," Miao Bing, now ashen-faced, roared to the other four.

"Swoosh, swoosh, swoosh!" Hearing this, the four True Yuan realm experts also showed a serious look in their eyes, darting out from all directions towards Lin Chen.

Lin Chen's eyes flashed with intense killing intent as he activated the formation.

Beams of brilliant light suddenly cascaded down, submerging the four True Yuan experts all at once.

Miao Bing, feeling that strong aura, suddenly turned pale, "How is this possible? How could he bring out the full strength of the formation like this?"

"Boom, boom, boom, boom!"

Accompanied by four dull thuds, the four True Yuan realm experts were sent flying.

Spurt!

Almost simultaneously, the four True Yuan experts each spat out a mouthful of blood and passed out.

Gurgle!

Miao Bing's face showed a look of shock.

"How can this be? Since when did the Devouring Heaven Formation become so powerful? These are four True Yuan realm experts, yet they couldn't withstand even a single blow from him."

A ferocious glint appeared in Miao Bing's eyes as he suddenly thrust the bone knife in his hand towards Lin Chen's throat.

Just at that moment, Lin Chen's wrist flipped as he caught Miao Bing's throat, lifting him into midair.

Miao Tian's expression changed drastically, "Miao Bing is a True Yuan realm power, how could he be so easily subdued by Lin Chen?"

In a panic, Miao Tian shouted at Lin Chen, "Lin Chen, let go of him! This is the Miao family. Do you realize the consequences of killing the Miao family's second young master here?"

"Consequences? You set up an ambush for me here, and now you're asking me about consequences? Did you ever consider the consequences when you wanted to kill me?" Lin Chen retorted coldly.

"You should know about the Miao family's Gu techniques. If you dare touch me, not only will you die, but everyone around you will also perish," Miao Bing, with a face turning red from struggling, was still defiantly ranting.

A cold light flickered in Lin Chen's eyes, "If the Miao family respects me, I will respect them in return. If the Miao family wishes to kill me, then I will eradicate the Miao family."

"Since you wish for my death, I will kill you first," Lin Chen said, preparing to make his move.

Just then, a ripple appeared at the edge of a great formation, and several people from the Miao family, escorting a middle-aged man, walked in swiftly. "Mr. Lin, please show mercy," he said.

Lin Chen was taken aback to see the newcomer—it was none other than the Miao family head, Miao Tianlun.

Lin Chen snorted coldly and threw Miao Bing aside.

Clutching his throat, Miao Bing started to cough violently.

"Bing'er, what is going on here?" Miao Tianlun's face changed slightly as he stared at Miao Bing and asked coldly.

"Father, I kindly invited Lin Chen to our home as a guest, but this guy wanted to kill me without any provocation. Father, you must stand up for me!" Miao Bing shamelessly blamed Lin Chen first.

"Yes, Family Head, this Lin Chen simply has no regard for our Miao family. He has seriously injured several of our top experts. Family Head, this man cannot be spared," Miao Tian added, distorting the truth as well.

Hearing the two of them, a cold smile crossed Lin Chen's lips, but he remained silent.

Lin Chen had a brotherly relationship with Miao Shan, which is why he had previously felt goodwill toward the Miao family. This standoff was precisely the moment for him to see the Miao family's true attitude toward him.

If Miao Tianlun behaved justly, then Lin Chen's ties with the Miao family could continue. If Miao Tianlun was biased, then Lin Chen would cut off all entanglements with the Miao family.

Miao Tianlun glanced at the four injured experts, his gaze narrowing and his face showing a hint of astonishment.

These four True Yuan realm experts were strong fighters hired by the Miao family for a hefty sum, and Miao Tianlun was well aware of their strength.

Lin Chen being able to take on four opponents by himself was a testament to his incredible prowess.

No wonder he was the man his father had taken notice of. Miao Tianlun leaned forward slightly and smiled. "Mr. Lin, I haven't had the chance to thank you in person for saving my daughter's life!"

Lin Chen nodded and said, "Uncle Lin, you're too polite. Though I have brotherly affection for Elder Miao, let's keep our own affairs separate. Just call me Lin Chen."

Miao Tianlun nodded inwardly: "This Lin Chen is neither arrogant nor rash. His demeanor is truly commendable, befitting a young hero."

"Mr. Lin, please tell me what happened just now. Rest assured, I won't be biased towards my own people. If Miao Bing has done wrong, my Miao family will definitely give you an explanation," Miao Tianlun said courteously.

Upon hearing Miao Tianlun's words, Miao Bing's expression changed. He had never expected his father to hold Lin Chen in such high regard.

Lin Chen nodded and recounted the events that had just transpired. After Lin Chen finished, Miao Tianlun's expression turned ugly.

"Miao Bing, is what Mr. Lin said true?" Miao Tianlun asked, his gaze frosty as he fixed it on Miao Bing.

"Father, with Lin Chen's achievements, he must have unspeakable secrets. Even if our Miao family doesn't take them, others will. We should dig out the secrets first, and then our Miao family will surely become the premier clan in China," Miao Bing said gravely.

"Slap!"

A loud slap struck Miao Bing's face.

"You disgraceful thing! Our Miao family has always valued loyalty and righteousness. This is the cornerstone that has allowed our family to stand unyielded in China for a thousand years. Yet, you are blinded by greed, engaging in such despicable deeds. Lin Chen is a benefactor of our Miao family, yet you repay kindness with enmity. You have lost all face for us," Miao Tianlun raged.

Seeing Miao Tianlun's stance, Lin Chen momentarily paused, but he did not interject, quietly observing the progress of events.

With a glint of cold light in his eyes, Miao Tianlun gave a deep bow toward Lin Chen. "Mr. Lin, the Miao family has wronged you. I will give you an explanation right away."

Noticing the cold light flickering in Miao Tianlun's eyes, Miao Bing trembled and took two steps back. "Father, no, I am your son!"

"I, Miao Tianlun, have no son with a heart of a wolf and lungs of a dog!" As he said this, Miao Tianlun swung his hand out, aiming a palm strike at the two.