Everyone present focused their attention on the exit of the Celestial Cloud Pool, their faces full of disbelief.

The twisted silhouette emanated a terrifying killing intent that was suffocating, sweeping across the surroundings as if it were tangible.

Once the silhouette became clear, everything seen was shrouded in killing intent, sending chills down their spines.

Whether it was Yu Caiyi and other Demon Pseudo-Gods, or the human factions, their gazes turned toward him.

They instantly saw the true face of this person.

Qin An, dressed in black, stepped out calmly and indifferently, like ice that never melts.

He held a pitch-black Straight Blade, which now emitted an intangible, colorless Void Essence.

If not for the space around the Straight Blade showing distortion, no one would have noticed the Void Essence attached to it.

Qin An’s gaze swept across the surroundings, instantly spotting Yu Caiyi and the others, his lips slightly upturned: "It seems you’ve been waiting here for a long time, I didn’t expect you to have such stubborn resilience, but now, you can be the outlet for my killing intent."

Yu Caiyi’s breath hitched; she could feel the aura on Qin An, and couldn’t help but exclaim: "Could it be that you have forged the supreme foundation of the Tripod Aspiration Realm? Impossible, how can someone forge the supreme foundation!"

She knew that the aura emanating from Qin An was indeed the cultivation of the Tripod Aspiration Realm.

Moreover, from her understanding of Qin An, this man never gives up easily.

If he hadn’t forged the supreme foundation, it’s likely he wouldn’t have entered the Tripod Aspiration Realm, nor would he have emerged from within.

Now, the outcome of all this was very clear.

Qin An didn’t answer, but instead asked, "Are you scared?"

Yu Caiyi said nothing, while Feng Jiutian clenched his fists beside her, equally silent.

Though he had not met Qin An many times, he had learned of Qin An’s various deeds from the owner of the Starlight Forbidden Land.

Since arriving at the Celestial Cloud Forbidden Land with Yu Caiyi, he had often discussed matters regarding Qin An with her.

Through these discussions, he gained more accurate knowledge about Qin An and understood he possessed combat power not aligned with his realm.

The Hedgehog Demon, seeing the duo fall silent, sneered and stepped forward: "You’re masters of the Tripod Aspiration Realm, yet scared away by a mere beginner. Even if he has forged the supreme foundation, ultimately he’s just a beginner of the Tripod Aspiration Realm, far less of a threat than these Human Cultivators."

The words were filled with scorn toward Qin An, as if not considering him a threat.

Qin An replied, "Where did this rotten hedgehog come from? Such reckless talk! I’ll pluck out all your spines later."

The Hedgehog Demon sneered, "Just talking big; I’ll kill you myself and let you watch as I peel off your skin!"

His words prompted many Demon Pseudo-Gods unfamiliar with the truth to echo him.

At this moment, the leader of the human faction shouted, "Mr. Qin, quickly come to our side, or danger may befall you!"

He was worried, having received orders from Clan Leader Situ, to safeguard Qin An’s safety.

If Qin An were killed by the Demon Pseudo-Gods now, he’d be unable to report back.

Qin An remained silent, scanning the group of Demon Pseudo-Gods, a flash of killing intent in his eyes.

The killing intent within him had solidified and continuously influenced his mind, almost turning him into a puppet filled with killing intent.

If not released, he’d be affected by this for life.

Qin An certainly didn’t intend to let that happen; he raised the Straight Blade, the Void Essence surged on it: "Today, all grievances shall be settled."

With that, Qin An didn’t hold back, becoming a shadow as he charged at the Demon Pseudo-Gods.

His speed was extreme.

The sudden scene of an attack, whether among the Demon Pseudo-Gods or the Human Cultivators, left them stupefied.

Fortunately, the Hedgehog Demon reacted swiftly, waving his hand: "Kill him!"

The human faction’s leader saw the Demon Pseudo-Gods surrounding Qin An at his command and gritted his teeth: "Help Mr. Qin break free!"

The battle erupted swiftly, visible to the naked eye, with no pauses, leading to fierce slaughter in front of this clearing.

Both sides centered around Qin An.

One side aimed to kill Qin An, doing everything possible to claim his life.

Whereas the other side sought to protect Qin An and prevent his death.

Consequently, amidst these forces, Qin An gained a sliver of survival opportunity.

He moved, transforming into shadows, charging toward the Demon Pseudo-Gods.

In an instant, as Qin An swung his blade, one by one, demon pseudo-god heads soared.

Each strike claimed a Demon Pseudo-God’s life.

After several consecutive swings, many Demon Pseudo-Gods had perished, their blood drawn into Qin An’s body.

At this moment, Qin An drew the Hedgehog Demon’s attention.

The Hedgehog Demon sneered once more, then shadowed toward Qin An, revealing his sharp fangs: "They all say you’re difficult to handle, but to me, you’re not much; merely a beginner of the Tripod Aspiration Realm."