"In that case, I shall send you on your way to the afterlife!" Gu Tongtian sneered, a surge of spiritual energy erupting from his palm, imbued with an imposing aura.
With matters having reached this point, he would show no hesitation, even resorting to forceful action to ensure the matter was handled thoroughly.
"They are not your targets; why trouble them!"
Just then, a calm voice sounded. Lu Fan walked over slowly, a smile playing on his lips, the aura emanating from him exceptionally extraordinary.
"You've been hiding behind, absorbing spiritual energy all this time. What, have you stabilized your realm now?"
The Heavenly Lord spoke with a slight upturn of his lips, his words carrying a significant undertone.
Lu Fan merely smiled in response to this statement, "You are correct. I have stabilized my realm, and everything you can do will turn to naught!"
"Do you truly believe you can turn the tide with your own strength?"
Gu Tongtian immediately sneered, his expression carrying a distinct amusement. A hint of wickedness played on his lips, as if everything was within his control.
"How will we know if we don't try!"
Lu Fan shrugged, "After all, no one knows who is truly stronger between us!"
Gu Tongtian burst into laughter at these words, finding them utterly ridiculous. In his eyes, Lu Fan's statement was akin to inviting his own humiliation.
In that very instant, Gu Tongtian lunged towards Lu Fan, his expression growing colder. Lu Fan's apparent recklessness had to be met with a decisive blow, lest his own dignity be compromised.
And in that same instant, Lu Fan also moved, his body radiating a powerful aura that seemed unparalleled.
Two powerful beams of light collided, unleashing an extremely formidable force.
The entire Arid Ancient World seemed to tremble with this surge of energy.
Rumble…
A series of explosive sounds echoed, and with these sounds, everyone could clearly feel the terrifying aura was no ordinary matter. Those who had approached Lu Fan and the others were all annihilated. Such a fearsome aura was enough to move anyone.
"So strong, such a powerful aura!"
City Lord Xue Luo exclaimed, "How is this possible? Can he truly defeat Gu Tongtian?"
"More than defeat, it should be an overwhelming victory!"
Emperor Bai stated with a serious expression, a hint of surprise in his voice. He had not expected things to turn out this way, catching him off guard.
"Overwhelming victory?"
The onlookers were bewildered and incredulous, especially at Emperor Bai's earlier statement, which left them with questions.
"It truly should be an overwhelming victory!"
City Lord Xue Luo nodded, "Such a powerful aura is not something an ordinary person can possess. Could it be that upon breaking through to the Heavenly Lord realm, he gained such a formidable aura?"
Boom…
And in that instant, a rumbling sound erupted. Gu Tongtian was violently flung backward, blood seeping from the corner of his mouth, his expression gradually turning grim. He had not expected to be defeated by Lu Fan.
"Impossible, this is absolutely impossible!"
Gu Tongtian's disbelief was palpable. He stared directly at Lu Fan, his eyes burning with immense rage. As the lord of the Holy City, to be defeated by Lu Fan was something he could not accept.
"There is nothing impossible about it. You have already lost, and it is time you paid the price!"
Lu Fan spoke coldly, "From now on, in the Arid Ancient World, you will no longer be the ruler, and the Holy City will cease to exist!"
"Dream on! Do you truly believe that in my Holy City, I am the only powerful individual?" Gu Tongtian sneered. "The Holy City's longevity is certainly not as simple as you imagine. While your current strength is not weak, to achieve the supreme Dao, you are ultimately still too frail!"
"Are there other old monsters within the Holy City?"
Lu Fan shrugged slightly, a smile playing on his lips. If that were the case, he wouldn't mind making a move to eliminate these old monsters. After all, everyone deserved a chance at divinity.
No one is born a slave, nor does anyone remain a ruler forever.
"Ancestor, someone is attacking the Holy City! If you do not act, the entire Holy City may be destroyed, and your opportunity for divinity will be disrupted!"
Gu Tongtian's voice boomed, seemingly vast and boundless, echoing throughout the surroundings and causing immense upheaval.
With these resounding calls, everyone looked on, unsure of what was happening.
Could it be that within the Holy City, there truly existed beings more powerful than Gu Tongtian? If so, it was truly astonishing.
Lu Fan remained unafraid, standing silently, his gaze growing colder. He wanted to see who this divine being was that even the ancestor of the Holy City showed such deference to.
City Lord Xue Luo was also filled with confusion. He had no knowledge of any old ancestor within the Holy City.
Even Gu Tongtian referred to him as an ancestor, which spoke volumes about the individual's power, likely exceeding everyone's imagination. If that were the case, it would be truly terrifying.
"Young man, this is not a place you should be!"
A hoarse voice echoed, sounding quite deep. Everyone turned to look, their gazes fixed on the Holy City. This voice indeed emanated from within the Holy City, sounding ancient and prolonged, stirring awe in their hearts.
"If you have the ability, then come out and fight me!"
Lu Fan shrugged, "Playing tricks from behind the scenes is not a sign of true skill!"
With these words, everyone nodded in agreement, also expressing their dissatisfaction with this hidden individual.
Gu Tongtian, however, sneered at this statement, "If my ancestor were to appear, your life would likely be forfeit. Yet you dare to speak such words!"
Lu Fan remained unfazed by these words, his demeanor indifferent. He was keen to see what kind of divine being this ancestor truly was. Su Dan Novel Network
And at this moment, everyone clearly sensed that things were not as simple as they seemed, and their expressions instantly changed.
"Leave the Holy City, and your lives shall be spared!"
The hoarse voice sounded again, carrying an irrefutable tone, appearing extremely commanding.
However, Lu Fan was unfazed by these words, a slight smile playing on his lips instead, "Since we have already taken action, we will not leave easily. If you have the ability, come forward and kill me completely. Only then can the Holy City's status be preserved!"
"Truly ignorant of the immensity of heaven and earth!"
The deep voice resounded again, seemingly unending and stirring endless turmoil.
With this voice, everyone felt as if the heavens and earth were collapsing, as if the entire region were sinking. Everyone was filled with shock, their eyes showing confusion, unsure of where to flee. Such a terrifying aura was enough to crush them all.