Yang Beitian was terrified and didn't dare to look back. The sharp sword unleashed by Lu Fan, imbued with powerful internal energy, pierced through Yang Beitian's body in that instant.
Outside the Octagonal Pavilion, the disciples of the Azure Dragon Sect cried out in alarm. Lu Fan's ability to walk on water had already astonished them, and now his ability to kill Yang Beitian filled them with even greater surprise.
"He succeeded, Mr. Lu succeeded!"
Han Yunhai was overjoyed and filled with regret. After all, his attitude towards Lu Fan in the Octagonal Pavilion earlier had not been very good. Now it seemed Lu Fan was the true master.
But in that very moment, everyone saw the water surface of West Lake churn. Yang Beitian, pierced by the sword, surged out of the water and appeared on the surface in an instant.
The crowd exclaimed again, and even Lu Fan was surprised. Under normal circumstances, that attack should have been fatal, but it seemed things were not as simple as imagined.
"I don't want to be your enemy, why do you relentlessly pursue me?" Yang Beitian looked at Lu Fan, "The forces behind me are not something you can deal with."
"It seems you are wearing soft armor and came specifically for revenge, prepared in advance." Lu Fan smiled, "But before true masters, soft armor is useless!"
Lu Fan gradually condensed the water ripples, and a massive sword began to form again. He hadn't used too much force earlier, and the sword hadn't been particularly sharp, but this time it was entirely different.
"You can't kill me, you can't kill me!" Yang Beitian roared, "You will surely regret this in the future!"
Boom...
A loud sound echoed as Yang Beitian's body was pierced. Blood finally flowed from him, and he plunged into the lake.
The crowd was shocked. Han Yunhai was even more worried, as Yang Beitian's survival would likely spell great trouble for him.
But Lu Fan was very confident. The move just now was not for show. Although Yang Beitian was a peak Great Accomplishment martial artist, he still couldn't resist it.
Stepping on the lake water as if strolling, Lu Fan arrived at the shore in an instant, "The trouble has been resolved. He fell to the bottom of the lake and cannot possibly survive!"
"Thank you, Mr. Lu!" Han Yunhai quickly cupped his fists, "If not for your assistance, I might not have escaped today."
"It's a small matter, nothing to mention." Lu Fan shrugged, "However, what your master said is not unreasonable. Money is not easy to earn these days; don't be fooled by others."
Elder Zhou stood by, his face extremely awkward. He quickly gave Lu Fan a wry smile, "It was my own lack of foresight. I never imagined Mr. Lu possessed such divine abilities."
"Mr. Lu, please don't be angry. After we return, I will have a good talk with him." Han Yunhai quickly appeased him.
"That's not necessary. No matter what, he is still your master." Lu Fan waved his hand, "The matter is resolved. There's no need to stay here any longer, right?"
"Mr. Lu, I spoke out of turn earlier. I, this old man, apologize here." Elder Zhou quickly bowed, "However, Mr. Lu, what is your lineage? Why do you have such great fortune?"
"You wouldn't know even if I told you, so it's better not to say." Lu Fan smiled, "If someone possesses such skills, their background is not weak. You should be more careful in the future."
"Thank you for the reminder, Mr. Lu!" Han Yunhai quickly cupped his fists, adding awkwardly, "He fell directly to the bottom of the lake. I don't know if he can survive. As long as Yang Beitian is alive, I will surely be uneasy."
"Do you not trust me, or do you not trust yourself?" Lu Fan said calmly, "If one can survive after falling to the bottom of the lake, are they even human?"
"This..."
Han Yunhai gave an embarrassed smile. He was merely worried and didn't really think it was possible.
"I have other matters to attend to, so I won't be chatting with you here!" Lu Fan shrugged, "I said long ago that the Azure Dragon Sect would become my pawns, and I would clear the path for the Azure Dragon Sect. No one can stop me."
Watching Lu Fan's departing figure, Han Yunhai was filled with hope. He had initially thought Lu Fan was just speaking casually, but now it seemed things were not that simple.
"It was my carelessness, Master. If not for Mr. Lu, we would all have perished here today." Elder Zhou said helplessly, "It seems I am truly getting old. If not for that, I wouldn't be in such a sorry state."
"Master, please don't blame yourself. You are not at fault for what happened today." Han Yunhai stated directly, "I also did not know Yang Beitian's cultivation was so formidable."
"Indeed, at such a young age, he has already reached the peak of Great Accomplishment, even nearing half-step Grandmaster." Elder Zhou's expression was solemn, "Such a powerful individual likely has immense backing. You must be very careful in the future."
"I will pay close attention. However, with Mr. Lu here, there isn't much to worry about." Han Yunhai said with a smile.
"Mr. Lu is definitely not an ordinary person, but he cannot protect you forever." Elder Zhou said helplessly, "If you truly encounter danger, what will you do?"
"According to your meaning, Master, what should I do?" Han Yunhai asked repeatedly.
"Study diligently and practice hard. If you can reach the Grandmaster realm in the future, you will dominate the martial path." Elder Zhou declared grandly, "In the future, I, your Master, can also bask in your glory."
"Master, please don't mock me." Han Yunhai gave a bitter smile, "If I could become a Grandmaster, I wouldn't be confined to Qingzhou."
"Truly useless!"
Elder Zhou glared at him and didn't say anything more. Even he hadn't become a Grandmaster, so how could he be qualified to lecture his disciple?
After Elder Zhou left, Han Yunhai's expression turned cold. He looked at Little White Dragon and said, "Send people to search. Alive or dead, bring him back!"
"Sect Master, are you worried...?" Little White Dragon was slightly surprised.
"Of course, I believe Mr. Lu, but as long as Yang Beitian is alive, I will surely be uneasy." Han Yunhai's expression was serious.
"Your disciple obeys!" Little White Dragon quickly cupped his fists.
Han Yunhai nodded and didn't say anything more. The events of today had shocked even him. Fortunately, Lu Fan had intervened in time; otherwise, their lives would have been forfeit.
On the shore of West Lake, many people looked towards the lake, gasping in astonishment. They had clearly seen Lu Fan walking on water while fighting, which filled them with awe.
It was likely that this matter would gradually spread. Qingzhou would ultimately not be peaceful.
Leaving West Lake, Lu Fan headed towards Taikang Pharmaceuticals. He had promised Lin Ke'er that he would take her to buy a car after she finished work.
At the same time, in an office at Taikang Pharmaceuticals, Lin Ke had been working for most of the day. He looked sweaty and was constantly organizing documents.
He had applied for a position in the sales department, but to his disappointment, after being in the company for most of the day, he hadn't done anything other than odd jobs.
However, Lin Ke did not complain. He was new to the company, and doing these tasks was only natural, at least in his mind.