Synopsis

An old man is revealed to have used a soul binding technique on Jiang Meng, a potentially harmful practice. Xiao Chen intervenes and breaks the binding with a shout, surprising everyone with his apparent hidden abilities. This action draws the attention and ire of powerful figures from renowned sects, who were previously dismissive of Xiao Chen's apparent frailty. The chapter ends with these elders threatening to cripple Xiao Chen and take him away.