Xu Hei was new to the area and didn't want to attract too much attention. He planned to settle things quietly and return the thousand spirit stones.

But on second thought, if he easily took out a thousand spirit stones, it might backfire and draw unwanted attention.

After weighing the pros and cons, Xu Hei released a hint of Foundation Establishment Stage pressure.

The black-clad cultivator was about to make a move when his body suddenly trembled, his face turned pale, and he stared with wide eyes, "F-Foundation Establishment?"