The disciples of Canglong Academy retreated, their eyes filled with terror as they looked at Lu Fan and the others. They had never witnessed such a powerful presence.
Even the Dean of Canglong Academy had fallen to Lu Fan and his companions, seemingly without any ability to resist, as if it were all preordained.
"How could it have come to this!"
Several heavily injured instructors stared at the scene before them, feeling utterly powerless. If even the Canglong Dean was so vulnerable, how could they possibly turn the tide?
"Canglong Academy was destined to fail!"
Long Yi declared, "Since ancient times, evil has never triumphed over righteousness. Canglong Academy allied itself with the Ghost Palace, and this is the consequence!"
"Long Yi, no matter what, you were once Canglong Academy's senior disciple. Are you truly going to destroy the entire Canglong Academy?"
An instructor spoke up, "Don't you forget, if it weren't for Canglong Academy, you wouldn't exist!"
"How could I possibly destroy the entire Canglong Academy!"
Long Yi smiled faintly, "I simply don't want you to live any longer. If you live, the people of Canglong Academy will never find release!"
The many instructors retreated, their eyes filled with despair. Long Yi's words made it clear she intended to kill them, a fact they could not ignore.
"Will you resolve this yourselves, or must I act?"
Long Yi's expression was icy, "As instructors of Canglong Academy, it is time you paid the price!"
"Long Yi, we were your instructors. Do you truly intend to show no mercy?"
The instructors pleaded, their eyes wide with fear. They did not want to die, nor did they want anything to happen to them. They had clearly witnessed the Dean's fate just moments ago.
"You say all this, but ultimately you just want me to spare you!"
Long Yi stated coldly, "Unfortunately, you have acted as villains, and I cannot allow your wickedness to continue."
"We willingly join the Dragon Dynasty and will follow your lead from now on!" one instructor declared.
"You? You wish to join the Dragon Dynasty?"
Lu Fan glanced at them dismissively, "You are not qualified. Disappear from this world along with your Dean!"
In that instant, a gust of wind swept through. Before the instructors could react, they found themselves in peril, vanishing into nothingness.
The disciples of Canglong Academy dared not look at the scene, prostrating themselves on the ground as if awaiting judgment.
"You are all free now, and will no longer be bound!"
Long Yi looked at the disciples of Canglong Academy, "But remember one thing: do not act recklessly outside, or someone will deal with you!"
The disciples felt as if they had been granted a great pardon, their gratitude towards Long Yi immense. As members of Canglong Academy, they should have perished alongside it when Lu Fan decided to deal with them.
That they were spared was a kindness beyond measure.
Seeing the disciples depart, Long Yi felt a slight sense of relief. Witnessing their freedom was a wish fulfilled.
"Canglong Academy is no more. Next, we deal with the Ghost Palace!"
Lu Fan declared, "Once the Five Swords are gathered, we can head to the Ghost Palace!"
"It might not be that simple!"
Ye Shisan smiled, "The Ghost Palace is not foolish. They wouldn't let you gather the Five Swords so easily. If I'm not mistaken, they are likely plotting to capture us all in one fell swoop!"
"In that case, let them come!"
Long Yi gripped the Dragon Roar Sword, "Hei Yu was severely wounded by us last time. This time, I want to see who else dares to challenge us!"
"You may not realize it, but Hei Yu is no significant figure within the Ghost Palace. He is merely a dog under the command of the Black and White Impermanence," Ye Shisan stated frankly. "The truly powerful individuals have yet to reveal themselves. If they appear, we would be insignificant against them."
"Black and White Impermanence?"
Lu Fan asked in surprise, "Are they part of the Ghost Palace?"
"More accurately, they are Hei Yu's masters," Ye Shisan replied. "According to intelligence from my Ye clan, the Black and White Impermanence are extremely powerful. If they were to act personally, we would not be able to cope. Therefore, everyone must proceed with caution."
Lu Fan nodded, a sense of urgency growing within him. He knew very well that the Ghost Palace had always been extremely wicked. If they could not be suppressed, they would surely bring disaster upon the world in the future.
"Canglong Academy no longer exists. Let's set this place ablaze!"
Long Yi smiled faintly and produced a torch, igniting the Canglong Academy.
At that moment, a raging fire consumed Canglong Academy, its flames burning brightly in the darkness of the night.
The disciples of Canglong Academy looked back, their eyes filled with joy. With Canglong Academy destroyed, they were free, all thanks to Long Yi.
"We should be going," Lu Fan said. "After the New Year, we will head to the Ye clan!"
"To the Ye clan?"
Ye Shisan chuckled awkwardly, "Why is that?"
"Naturally, to help you obtain the Xuanlei Sword!" Lu Fan stated directly. "The Xuanlei Sword is guarded by your Ye clan, but with your strength alone, you cannot summon it. You will need the cooperation of others from the five ancient clans to summon your Xuanlei Sword!"
"Good heavens, I never expected you to know so much!" Ye Shisan exclaimed, astonished.
"I just heard about it," Lu Fan shrugged. "Besides, you've been following us all this time, haven't you, hoping we'd accompany you to the Ye clan to help you summon the Xuanlei Sword!"
"Ahem... You make it sound as if I have ulterior motives!" Ye Shisan retorted with a glare.
However, as they were conversing, several powerful auras approached Canglong Academy from a distance. These auras were terrifying, causing their bodies to tremble involuntarily.
"The aura of the Ghost Palace!"
Lu Fan frowned, "We need to leave Canglong Academy as soon as possible. If my guess is correct, the Ghost Palace members must be rushing towards Canglong Academy."
"What are you afraid of? We have so many people here. If the Ghost Palace members really come, we'll send them to the afterlife!" Long Yi said coldly, her eyes sharp with killing intent towards the Ghost Palace.
Ye Shisan, however, frowned at her words, "Things are likely not as simple as we think. Those who are coming this time are no ordinary individuals. We must be careful!"
"What, have some important figures arrived?" Lin Ke frowned, "If that's the case, even if we return to the Dragon Capital, they can still break in!"
"The Dragon Capital is already the capital of the Dragon Dynasty and is protected by the power of the Heavenly Way. The Ghost Palace members cannot break in!" Ye Shisan waved his hand. "Let's leave quickly!"