The unexplained disappearance of the heads of the Su and Wang families from Haicheng, and the heads of the Ye and Lin families from Bacheng, while they were in Jinling, also struck fear into the hearts of other families. One after another, they ordered their clan members not to go outside recently, to keep a low profile, and to exercise as much restraint as possible to avoid being targeted for retaliation.
This execution made Xu Ba acutely aware of the evil inherent in human nature and the terrifying threat posed by hostile forces lurking in the shadows. The Four Great Families of Haicheng and Bacheng would certainly not let the matter rest. Having reached this juncture, he could only remain still to confront motion, adapting to changing circumstances as they arose. If others did not offend him, he would not offend them; but if others offended him, he would repay them a hundredfold.
Xu Ba decided to enter seclusion for a period of cultivation to elevate his strength. He ventured deep into the mountains and forests, sought out a secluded spot, and began his arduous training.
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