The next morning, before the sun had fully risen, Lan Hai quietly got up and left the house.
Meanwhile, Sovereign Han Ji Shen woke up, freshened himself up, and walked downstairs.
After looking around the entire house, he realized that Lan Hai was nowhere to be seen.
Letting out a soft sigh, he thought to himself,
‘Where did this boy go so early in the morning?’
A little later, Ji Shen took a shower, headed into the kitchen, and prepared himself a cup of hot coffee.
Holding the steaming mug in his hand, he was just about to sit down on the sofa when the doorbell rang.
Ding Dong.
Without moving from his seat, Han Ji Shen released a small strand of spiritual energy, causing the front door to open on its own.
But the moment his eyes fell upon the person standing outside…
The coffee mug in his hand nearly slipped.
Lan Hai stood at the doorway.
Yet he had completely changed.
His long, messy hair had been neatly trimmed into a clean hairstyle.
His once unkempt face was now clean-shaven, restoring the appearance he had before everything fell apart.
But none of that was what shocked Han Ji Shen the most.
It was Lan Hai’s eyes.
Within them lay a strange, icy silence capable of chilling anyone to the bone.
For the briefest moment, even a cultivator as powerful as Sovereign Han Ji Shen felt a faint chill run through his heart.
‘If this boy ever reaches the absolute peak of cultivation… just how ruthless and terrifying will he become?’ Ji Shen wondered silently.
‘I cannot even imagine where his limits will lie.’
Suppressing the shock in his heart, Han Ji Shen asked casually,
Han Ji Shen: “Lan Hai, where did you go so early this morning?”
Lan Hai answered in a calm, emotionless voice.
Lan Hai: “Nowhere, Master. My hair and beard had grown too long, so I went to the barber.”
Han Ji Shen looked him over from head to toe before smiling faintly.
Han Ji Shen: “I see… this new look suits you very well.”
Lan Hai: “Thank you, Master.”
Ji Shen took another sip of his coffee before speaking.
Han Ji Shen: “We’re leaving this planet tomorrow morning. Finish whatever unfinished mortal business you still have today.”
Lan Hai nodded respectfully.
Lan Hai: “Yes, Master.”
After that, the two of them quietly ate the breakfast that Han Ji Shen had prepared.
A short while later, Lan Hai stood up from his seat.
Lan Hai: “Master, I’ll finish my remaining business and return before evening.”
Han Ji Shen nodded calmly.
Han Ji Shen: “Alright. Go. I’ll prepare dinner and wait for you.”
Lan Hai respectfully lowered his head one last time before turning around and leaving the house.
After stepping outside, he drove straight to the Mu Family residence.
The moment he rang the doorbell at the front gate, Mu Tian personally came out to open it.
Seeing Lan Hai standing there with his neat appearance and composed expression, a peaceful smile appeared on his face.
He gestured toward the house.
Mu Tian: “Come in.”
The two of them walked inside and sat opposite each other in the living room.
Mu Tian poured two cups of hot tea, handed one to Lan Hai, and asked warmly,
Mu Tian: “What brings you here so suddenly today, my boy?”
Lan Hai accepted the teacup, but his gaze remained lowered.
Lan Hai: “Uncle Mu… there’s something I need to tell you. Tomorrow morning, I’m leaving Earth with Master Ji Shen.”
To Lan Hai’s surprise, Mu Tian showed neither shock nor disbelief.
Seeing his calm reaction, Lan Hai couldn’t help but think,
‘He already knows?’
Mu Tian took a slow, deep breath before speaking.
Mu Tian: “I know, Lan Hai. I already knew you were leaving Earth.”
Lan Hai looked at him in surprise.
Mu Tian: “I know that Ji Shen isn’t an ordinary human, but a powerful cultivator. And now, you’ve chosen to walk that same path. I’m happy with your decision because you’ve finally found a new purpose to live for.”
Lan Hai gave a faint nod.
Lan Hai: “Yes, Uncle Mu… you could say that.”
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Only a deep, cold resolve remained.
Mu Tian reached across the table and gently placed his hand over Lan Hai’s.
Mu Tian: “I know you’re still trapped in those painful memories. But always remember, you now have to achieve everything you couldn’t while you were living on this weak Earth. I don’t know when you’ll return from your journey through the universe… but whenever you do, you’ll find this home exactly as it is today.”
His voice grew heavier.
Mu Tian: “So… live for Mu Chen, for Qinue, and for everyone who loved you… and for those you wish to protect in the future. By the time you return to this planet… I may no longer be alive.”
As he finished speaking, Mu Tian reached into his pocket and took out an old metallic token that emitted a faint glow.
He gently placed it on the table between them.
Mu Tian: “This is the inheritance token of the Mu Family. It also represents the entire Mu Family’s network and authority. If you ever return in the future, this token will allow you to become the new head of the Mu Family.”
Lan Hai immediately shook his head.
Lan Hai: “Uncle… this is too much. I can’t accept it.”
A warm, fatherly smile appeared on Mu Tian’s face.
Mu Tian: “I know you’re a proud young man, Lan Hai. But I’m not giving this to an outsider. I’m giving it to the only son I have left. If Mu Chen were still alive today, he would have shared his inheritance with you without hesitation. So… accept it.”
The moment Mu Chen’s name was mentioned, the pain buried deep inside Lan Hai stirred once again.
But after crying for four long months…
No tears remained.
Without saying another word, Lan Hai picked up the token, stepped forward, and dropped to his knees before Mu Tian.
He bowed three times, pressing his forehead firmly against the floor.
From that moment onward…
Mu Tian became the father in his heart.
Mu Tian’s eyes immediately turned red with emotion.
He gently held Lan Hai by the shoulders, helped him to his feet, and spoke in a thick, trembling voice.
Mu Tian: “Stand up… and go. Begin your grand journey.”
Lan Hai looked at him one last time before quietly walking out of the house.
As Mu Tian watched his departing figure, he couldn’t help but see the shadow of his own son, Mu Chen, in the young man’s back.
He slowly raised his eyes toward the sky and murmured softly,
Mu Tian: “Mu Chen… wherever you are, bless your friend. The path he is about to walk is filled with unimaginable danger. More than anyone else… he will need your blessings.”
Outside the mansion, Lan Hai’s eyes fell upon Mu Chen’s beloved Maybach, which was still parked in its usual place.
Just then, the Mu Family’s elderly butler walked over, carrying the car keys in his hands.
Butler Mu: “Young Master Lan Hai… Master Mu asked me to give this car to you as a farewell gift. Please accept it.”
Lan Hai quietly looked at the Maybach.
In an instant, countless memories of Mu Chen flooded his mind.
The car that Mu Chen had treasured more than anything…
Had lost its true owner forever.
Lan Hai silently composed himself, accepted the keys, and nodded gratefully.
Lan Hai: “Thank you.”
He got into the driver’s seat, started the engine, and slowly drove away.
Haan bhai, ye le same content ko sirf formatting theek karke bhej raha hoon.
Na khichdi, na unnecessary line breaks.
A short while later, Lan Hai drove directly to his old food stall.
The moment he stepped out of the car, a flood of memories washed over him.
He remembered the days he had spent there with his mother, the laughter he had shared with Mu Chen, and the moment Xia Qinue laughed after he accidentally spat his drink all over Mu Chen’s face.
Walking slowly toward the stall, Lan Hai gently ran his hand across the old wooden table.
Everything…
Had disappeared in a single day.
Lost in those memories, he became completely unaware of his surroundings.
A young man, about the same age as Lan Hai, had been calling out to him for quite some time, but none of the words reached his ears.
Finally, the young man waved his hand in front of Lan Hai’s face.
Young Man: “Excuse me, sir… can you hear me?”
Lan Hai suddenly returned to his senses.
Looking at the young man with his usual calm expression, he asked,
Lan Hai: “What is it? Do you need something?”
The young man nodded nervously.
Young Man: “Yes, sir… are you looking for someone to work here? I really need a job.”
Lan Hai slowly looked around the empty food stall before answering in a flat voice,
Lan Hai: “No. I’m closing this stall permanently. No one will be running it anymore.”
Seeing his reaction, Lan Hai spoke more softly.
Lan Hai: “I’m sorry.”
At that moment, the young man’s phone suddenly rang.
He glanced at the screen and saw that the call was from the hospital.
He answered immediately, and an angry doctor’s voice came from the other end.
Doctor: “When are you going to pay your mother’s hospital bills? If you can’t pay, then take your mother out of this hospital!”
Tears streamed down the young man’s face as he pleaded desperately.
Young Man: “Doctor, please… just give me one more month. As soon as I find a job, I’ll repay everything little by little.”
The reply that came back was cold and merciless.
Doctor: “This isn’t a charity. Either bring the money or take the patient away.”
The call ended.
Lan Hai had heard every word.
In the young man’s helplessness, he saw a reflection of his own past—the days when his mother had been lying in the hospital.
‘If I hadn’t met Mu Chen…’
‘I would have been standing in his place today.’
Looking at the young man, Lan Hai asked calmly,
Lan Hai: “How much do you need for your mother’s treatment?”
The young man lowered his head.
Young Man: “Five hundred thousand Yuan…”
Lan Hai: “Give me your phone number.”
The young man blinked in confusion.
Young Man: “Sir… I don’t understand.”
Lan Hai’s tone remained firm.
Lan Hai: “I said… give me your phone number.”The young man quickly told him his number.
Less than five seconds later.
A notification sounded from his phone.
He looked down at the screen.
700,000 Yuan Received.
For a moment, his mind went completely blank.
The young man’s hands began to tremble.
Young Man: “Sir… what… what is this?”
Lan Hai gently placed a hand on his shoulder.
Lan Hai: “Consider it your advance salary. From today onward, you’ll work for me.”
Without the slightest hesitation, the young man nodded repeatedly.
Young Man: “Yes, sir! I promise I’ll work hard!”
Lan Hai looked at him seriously.
Lan Hai: “But I have one condition. Use the income from this food stall wisely… and above all, take good care of your mother.”
The young man nodded through his tears.
Young Man: “I will, sir.”
After a brief silence, he looked at Lan Hai with confusion.
Young Man: “But… where are you going after giving all of this to me?”
Lan Hai walked toward the Maybach and calmly replied,
Lan Hai: “To a place… where I can fulfill my ultimate goal.”
He paused for a moment before adding,
Lan Hai: “But remember one thing. Never change the name of this food stall.”
The young man immediately nodded.
Young Man: “Yes, sir! I’ll do exactly as you say.”
As Lan Hai opened the car door, the young man suddenly called out,
Young Man: “Sir… may I know your name?”
Lan Hai paused and slowly turned around.
Lan Hai: “Lan Hai.”
The young man’s eyes immediately turned red.
He clasped his hands together and shouted,
Young Man: “Senior Lan Hai! Whenever you return to this world, you’ll always find your food stall exactly as it is today! I’ll never forget your kindness for the rest of my life!”
Lan Hai didn’t reply.
He quietly got into the car, started the engine, and drove away, leaving behind both the blessings of the grateful young man… and the final memories of his life on Earth.