The middle-aged man was naturally Qin Shiyue, who had reached the Divine Level over the millennium, granting his body and Divine Soul boundless vitality and power.
Staying inside the Nine Provinces Cauldron was not just a habit, but also a matter of safety consideration.
Qin Shiyue was not quite sure whether Gao Xuan was alive or dead; it was merely that Gao Xuan had not appeared for decades, and things were getting out of hand.
Due to various reasons involving the Qin Family and others, Qin Shiyue decided to take action.
Qin Shiyue clearly knew that if Gao Xuan were to awaken, he would be the first one to come seeking retribution.
Even having achieved the Divine Level, Qin Shiyue still held a considerable awe of Gao Xuan, respecting his power and his profound nature.
However, having come this far, there was no way back. Even if Gao Xuan were to come back to life, they would have to face off against each other to decide victory and determine life or death.
