The innkeeper’s heart skipped a beat upon seeing the spirit stone. Its spiritual energy was potent, marking it as a top-grade spirit stone.
Such a high-quality spirit stone had never been seen in their town, filling him with trepidation.
“Esteemed sir, this is Qianlong Town!”
The innkeeper spoke, “You must be visitors from afar?”
“Qianlong Town?”
Zhao Xiaotian asked with slight confusion, “In this Ziwei Realm, who is the overlord?”
The innkeeper’s expression changed, and he quickly said, “Esteemed sir, such matters cannot be spoken of lightly, lest you invite a fatal disaster!”
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Zhao Xiaotian’s expression was calm, his demeanor one of utter nonchalance.
“You may not know, but throughout the entire Ziwei Realm, there are three great dynasties. Who dares to easily determine their strength or weakness!”
The innkeeper said repeatedly, “Therefore, you must be cautious with your words. If overheard by someone with ulterior motives, your life could be in danger!”
Upon hearing this, Zhao Xiaotian nodded slightly. He hadn’t expected there to be so many taboos.
“We’ve had our fill of food and drink, it’s time for us to leave!”
Lu Fan spoke, “We might as well take a stroll around Qianlong Town. I have a feeling there must be something peculiar about this place!”
Zhao Xiaotian nodded slightly, agreeing with Lu Fan’s sentiment.
However, shortly after they stood up, several figures in the tavern also rose and moved towards Lu Fan’s location.
The innkeeper could only shake his head helplessly.
Lu Fan and his companion were so young; they were likely about to run into big trouble.
Having casually produced a top-grade spirit stone earlier had been seen by others, and it was probable that they would soon be targets of robbery and murder.
Shortly after leaving, Lu Fan suddenly stopped and looked back.
Several men with fierce expressions approached, but they did not make a move directly. This was within the town, and acting rashly would naturally be inappropriate.
“What’s wrong?”
Zhao Xiaotian asked, looking back simultaneously. He saw a group behind them staring at them with predatory eyes.
“It seems we’ve been targeted!”
Lu Fan said with a wry smile, “This Ziwei Realm appears to be quite turbulent!”
Zhao Xiaotian was taken aback and felt a bit awkward. Lu Fan’s remark made him feel somewhat helpless.
“They’re quite bold to dare make a move against us!”
With a cold glint in his eyes, Zhao Xiaotian said, “I’ll go deal with them now!”
Lu Fan, however, shook his head at this statement, “Since they haven’t made a move, let them be. There’s no need to escalate into conflict!”
Zhao Xiaotian felt a bit helpless but didn’t say more. Such a rabble was hardly worth considering.
After they left the town, the men revealed their true intentions, surrounding Lu Fan and his group with a killing aura.
“Hand over the spirit stones, and we’ll spare your lives!”
The leading man spoke coldly, threatening Lu Fan and his companions with a chilling tone.
Facing these words, Lu Fan smiled slightly, “Are you here to rob us?”
“Indeed!”
The leading man said coldly, “You possess top-grade spirit stones, which are no ordinary matter. How can we let you go so easily today!”
“Since I have top-grade spirit stones, you should know I am no ordinary person. Yet, you still dare to come and rob me?”
Lu Fan sneered, “Aren’t you being too reckless?”
“Too much nonsense. You think you can scare me with that? You’re not qualified!”
The leading man spoke coldly, his anger rising. At least, in his view, if Lu Fan didn’t hand over the spirit stones today, he wouldn’t back down.
“I advise you to behave yourselves!”
Zhao Xiaotian shrugged, “Otherwise, you’ll lose your lives!”
“A joke. We have superior numbers. Even if you have some skills, what can you do?”
The leading man spoke coldly, exuding an aura that suggested he considered all of this insignificant.
“It seems we have no choice but to act today!”
Zhao Xiaotian gave a wry smile, his own aura emanating, his eyes filled with a chilling intent.
“Such bold words from a young lady!”
The leading man sneered, then waved his hand, signaling his men to attack with fierce momentum.
“Seeking death!”
Lu Fan glanced at them and then unleashed a stream of light, instantly sending everyone flying back without any hesitation.
Boom…
The men were violently thrown backward, their hearts filled with apprehension. They hadn’t expected things to turn out this way, catching them completely off guard.
“You think you can snatch spirit stones with just this?”
Lu Fan shrugged, his aura instantly spreading.
The men felt this oppressive presence, their faces turning ashen, some even foaming at the mouth.
“My lords, spare us! We know we were wrong!”
The men cried out in unison, their hearts filled with dread. Lu Fan’s overwhelming aura had truly shocked them.
“Hmph!”
Lu Fan shrugged and said, “There’s no such thing as a free lunch in this world. You must pay the price for your actions!”
“My elder brother is a disciple of the Imperial Beast Sect. If you kill me, my elder brother will never let you go!”
The leading man threatened, “I hope you understand that killing me would bring far more trouble than sparing me!”
Lu Fan’s lips curled slightly; he paid it no mind.
What he hadn’t expected was to be threatened during his travels across the myriad worlds, which greatly displeased him.
“Never mind the Imperial Beast Sect. Even the most powerful existence in the Ziwei Realm wouldn’t be a match for my lord!”
Zhao Xiaotian shrugged, “Today, no matter who comes, they will die!”
Seeing this, the men were completely panicked. It seemed Lu Fan was unwilling to show any leniency, and their lives were likely in imminent danger.
Just as Lu Fan was about to strike down the men before him, a voice suddenly rang out, “Esteemed Daoist friend, though they have committed many evils, their crimes do not warrant death. Could you perhaps spare their lives?”
An old man appeared, speaking with earnestness, showing no fear.
Looking at the old man before him, Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, “And who might you be? Why should I listen to you!”
“Just a lone wanderer, not worth mentioning!”
The old man in green chuckled, exuding an air of a master, which was rather unusual.
“Since you are not worth mentioning, why should I give you face?”
Lu Fan’s gaze was indifferent, showing no concern.
“I do not wish to resort to force. I hope young friend will not compel me to act!”
The old man in green spoke again, his voice carrying a certain aura, as if he had everything under control.
“Could it be that you are True Master Shangqing?”
The leading man trembled, looking at the old man with deference.
Within the Imperial Dragon Dynasty, experts were numerous. Those who were addressed as True Masters were no ordinary individuals.
“Indeed!”
True Master Shangqing nodded, appearing somewhat arrogant, exuding a palpable aura.
As expected, his name carried considerable weight within the Imperial Dragon Dynasty.
“So it is True Master Shangqing!”
The leading man quickly knelt, his eyes filled with emotion, “I beg True Master to save our lives!”