Li Pin was well aware of the situation regarding Stormwind Tower. At the time, he had no objections to leveraging their influence to propel himself into the spotlight. Of course, using Stormwind Tower's power to advance himself was one thing, but ignoring their underhanded schemes and malicious intent was another. He was very clear on that. Li Pin turned his gaze to Xiao Huan, causing the latter to break into a cold sweat. Recalling how Li Pin had effortlessly slain the two top-tier powerhouses, King Tianyu and Shen Duxiu, on Sky Martial Peak, along with his unparalleled prestige in the Heavenly Prison World, Xiao Huan shivered. Xiao Huan tried to compose herself. She tried to explain, "The Hall Master... the Hall Master, she... she is preparing a grand gift for you, Prodigy Li! An apology for the earlier incident. She hopes to earn your forgiveness...." Wang Fuyun frowned but turned to Li Pin. Ultimately, it was up to Li Pin to decide how to handle Stormwind Tower and Liu Suxin. It wasn't his place to overstep. "Then I'll wait for her apology," Li Pin said calmly. Several Stormwind Tower elders stepped forward, their expressions solemn. One of them said, "We've also heard about this matter. While Hall Master Liu and her associates orchestrated it behind the scenes, we, as elders, failed to intervene. That was our negligence. Moving forward, we will atone for this by ensuring Hall Master Liu offers the utmost sincerity in her apology to you, Prodigy Li." The other elders nodded in agreement. "Rest assured, Hall Master Li. Stormwind Tower belongs to all of humanity, not just Hall Master Liu. We trust the other elders will ensure justice is served and ensure that Tower Master Liu gives you a satisfactory response." "Alright," Li Pin said with a slight nod. "Then we won't take up any more of your time, Prodigy Li." Having established their presence, the members of Stormwind Tower quickly bowed and took their leave. The others followed suit, clasping their hands in respect. "Prodigy Li, if there's anything you need, just let us know." "Helping you is helping everyone in the Heavenly Prison World. The entire Human Race will do whatever it takes. Think of it as our way of ensuring our own survival. There's no need to hold back." Everyone voiced their agreement. Li Pin acknowledged their words with a nod and watched as they gradually left. Once most had gone, Wang Fuyun approached. "At this point, you're seen as the savior of the Heavenly Prison World. Anyone who dares to oppose you—" Mid-sentence, he recalled the power Li Pin had displayed on Sky Martial Peak and chuckled. "Well, I suppose no one has the capability to pose a real threat to you... especially not in the Inheritance Land." He glanced at Li Pin. "What I mean is that, given your current status, it's inevitable that people will approach you, whether out of admiration, reverence, or other motives. "To avoid unnecessary disturbances, it might be wise to form a personal guard. If you have people you trust, you could appoint them as captains. If not, let me and the experts from Worldbreaker Peak handle it for now." The dozen or so people who had yet to leave all nodded in agreement. Each of them had mastered one of the Supreme, Transcendent, or Highlord Techniques to the third level, placing them among the most powerful figures in the Heavenly Prison World. "As the Vice Hall Master of Worldbreaker Peak, I naturally trust my own people," Li Pin said with a smile. "I'll leave it to you all, then." The group bowed solemnly. "We won't let you down." Li Pin gave a nod of approval. With that, the dozen or so people quickly dispersed, fanning out in all directions. They swiftly acquired all the surrounding courtyards and secured key vantage points, ensuring that anyone approaching the small bamboo house would be detected immediately. "Very professional," Li Pin remarked. Wang Fuyun chuckled. "Anyone who reaches the level of an Astral God is bound to be skilled in many areas. It's only natural." Li Pin nodded in agreement. With lifespans stretching millions of stellar years, Astral Gods had more than enough time to master a wide range of disciplines. "I'll be heading back to Worldbreaker Peak," Wang Fuyun said. "With the leaders of Prodigy Hall and the Clearheart Society gone, their organizations are in disarray. This is the perfect opportunity to dismantle them completely and ensure that only humanity's voice remains in the Heavenly Prison World." Li Pin nodded. "Let me know if you need any help." "Haha, with their leaders gone and their factions leaderless, they'll struggle to survive even if we don't lift a finger,” said Wang Fuyun. Feeling relieved, he said, “Besides... Everyone saw how hostile Prodigy Hall and the Clearheart Society were toward you. Now, even if it's not for the sake of human unity, many would eagerly join our cause just to show their support for you, the savior of the Heavenly Prison World. Once we rally our forces, crushing them will be effortless." He clenched his fist with determination. "Just wait. It won't be long before you hear the news of their downfall." Li Pin nodded, choosing not to add further comment. In truth, the conflict between Worldbreaker Peak, the human race, and the Prodigy Hall and Clearheart Society wasn't about right or wrong. It was a matter of opposing sides. With their stances at odds, anyone aligned with them, innocent or not, would inevitably become a target. Having said his piece, Wang Fuyun turned to leave. But just as he was about to step away, he hesitated and glanced back at Li Pin. "The fourth level, huh?" He couldn't help but let out a sigh. "Thousands of years have passed, and we still haven't even caught a glimpse of the fourth level. Yet you... from the moment you entered the Heavenly Prison World, only ten short stellar years have gone by..." Li Pin smiled faintly. "I just got lucky and found a shortcut." "Shortcuts are rare. Every achievement comes from moments of relentless effort," Wang Fuyun said, his voice tinged with both admiration and longing. "Today, I finally understand the words my senior brother, a man of unparalleled brilliance in the last era, once said." He rose into the air, gradually drifting away. "The reason you're still so proud and untamed, believing yourself above the heavens, is that you have yet to encounter a true mountain—one so towering that it leaves you in awe, erasing any thought of surpassing it. "When that day comes, when you finally meet that person, you will understand what true disparity means. Only then will you grow, and only then will you learn humility... and restraint." Li Pin found Wang Fuyun's words oddly familiar. "A mountain..." he echoed softly. It reminded him of something he'd heard long ago, though he couldn't quite recall if it had been said about someone else, or perhaps about himself. As he watched Wang Fuyun walk away, he couldn't help but acknowledge the man's stature. Wang Fuyun was no ordinary talent; he was a true prodigy, a standout figure within the Eternal Ascent of Humanity Initiative, and his ranking was far from low. Yet, even someone of Wang Fuyun's caliber had been completely won over by Li Pin, yielding not just in defeat but in genuine admiration and respect. Li Pin murmured to himself, "So... without realizing it, I've already become that mountain in the eyes of so many? The prodigy destined to overshadow an entire star domain, watched by countless lives, striving for the pinnacle of human glory?" Yes, he was a prodigy. But he hadn't allowed himself to be swayed by the flattery and admiration from Wang Fuyun and the other prodigies. He understood why they seemed so fragile. The Heavenly Prison World had suppressed them too harshly. In such an environment, emotions like excitement, disappointment, frustration, despair, and even renewed determination came to them all too easily. And because of this, it was just as effortless for them to feel awe, admiration, and trust toward him. But Li Pin knew better. Once they left this world and their minds returned to normal, they would once again shine with the brilliance of true prodigies. He couldn't help but smirk at the thought. A prodigy? A supreme prodigy? What did that matter? By then, even if they couldn't defeat me, they would refuse to bow down. That was the nature of a prodigy. Li Pin turned back toward the bamboo building. "Understanding yourself clearly... that's what truly matters." He knew exactly what had brought him this far. On one hand, it was his Clairvoyance gift, though it seemed to be nearing its limit, falling short of the Void Emperor's Innate True Spirit talent. On the other hand, it was his unwavering commitment to staying true to himself. He knew what he was doing, what he wanted, and what goal he was striving toward. That unwavering determination formed the core of his being, and it shaped his Dao. Li Pin reflected. The Dao Realm.... "Come to think of it, could the Dao Realm be my talent? A gift that belongs entirely to me?" His Clairvoyance had emerged when his soul traversed the cosmos and merged with another "Li Pin." But this steadfast commitment to his true self—this Dao that had taken shape—could it also be considered a talent? A talent that required constant refinement, an unshakable will, and the relentless pursuit of self-transcendence? He wasn't sure. But... that didn't stop him from seeing the Dao Realm in this light. Li Pin smiled. "A talent..." With a stack of Supreme Secret Arts and cultivation insights in hand, he returned to the small bamboo building. He set aside the Primordial Abyss True Demon Form and Ten Thousand Deities Mantra for now, focusing instead on the three Supreme Secret Arts laid out before him: Galactic Starburst, Endless Reincarnation, and Transcendent True Form. Of these, the first one he dismissed was Transcendent True Form. It was a secret art designed to strengthen inner spirit resistance. However, he needed the impact of inner spirit secret arts to shake his Dao, strengthen his Dao Realm, and manifest more Great Dao Radiance. This brought him back to the two supreme arts: Galactic Starburst and Endless Reincarnation. Between the two, while he had already begun to grasp the basics of Galactic Starburst, his heart leaned more toward Endless Reincarnation. This technique intertwined fortune, reincarnation, and the mysteries of destiny itself. The concepts of reincarnation and destiny, in particular, carried an indescribable grandeur, hinting at a power that seemed to go beyond even the Supreme. "Though cultivating Galactic Starburst would allow me to condense my True Spirit faster, the path within Endless Reincarnation resonates with my true aspirations. And my Dao... has always been rooted in unwavering self-belief!" Since his heart guided him toward Endless Reincarnation... Li Pin firmly grasped the Supreme Secret Art and pushed open the door to his cultivation chamber. Inside, the space was flooded with millions of Creation Gold Coins, their golden brilliance so intense it was almost blinding. "So what if it's more challenging to cultivate? With a hundred million Creation Gold Coins..." Li Pin steadied his mind. "It's time to begin my seclusion."