As the numerous experts of the Tieshan Sect mobilized, the people of the Beiji Sect fled in a frenzy.
They knew clearly that if they didn't leave, they would be buried here.
"Leave none behind!"
The Sect Master of Tieshan Sect's expression was icy. The countless casualties among his disciples were all the doing of the Beiji Sect. Now that they had a chance to counterattack, how could he back down?
The elders of the Tieshan Sect all nodded, showing no hesitation, advancing with an unstoppable momentum.
As elders of the Tieshan Sect, they had no choice before, but now they did.
Lu Fan stood to the side, observing the scene, unsure of right or wrong.
The deaths of many disciples from the Beiji Sect seemed to be inextricably linked to him.
"Sir!"
Hu Yu arrived beside Lu Fan, his expression filled with fear.
The scene before him was too terrifying, even for him to bear.
After the disciples of the Beiji Sect were annihilated, the Sect Master of Tieshan Sect approached Lu Fan and bowed, saying, "Thank you, sir, for resolving the crisis. Without you, the Tieshan Sect would have been in grave danger!"
"No need to thank me!"
Lu Fan shook his head. "Since I have a connection with the Tieshan Sect, I naturally could not stand idly by!"
"Our sir's intervention saved the entire sect!"
Hu Yu spoke up. "How do you plan to thank our sir?"
"This..."
The Sect Master of Tieshan Sect's expression shifted. "My Tieshan Sect possesses many treasures. If sir fancies them, the sect will not be stingy, though sir might not find them to your liking!"
"No need!"
Lu Fan waved his hand. "I did not act for the treasures of the Tieshan Sect, but simply could not bear to see the Tieshan Sect destroyed!"
After speaking, Lu Fan turned and headed towards his residence. The three powerhouses from the Taiyan Dynasty were looking for him, and at this time, he still could not be too ostentatious, lest it attract unnecessary trouble.
In the following days, the Beiji Sect was destroyed, and the Tieshan Sect's influence expanded. The sect was adorned with lanterns and banners, making it quite lively.
Lu Fan, however, remained in his courtyard, not taking a single step outside, naturally paying no mind to the Tieshan Sect's celebrations.
"Sir, the Tieshan Sect survived this time, all thanks to you. Why do you refuse to attend their celebration banquet?"
Hu Yu suddenly asked, looking rather surprised and even a bit perplexed.
"I have no connection with the Tieshan Sect!"
Lu Fan stated directly. "My previous intervention was out of necessity; I couldn't just watch the Tieshan Sect be annihilated!"
"According to your words, sir, you seem dissatisfied with this matter!"
Hu Yu asked again, looking quite serious.
"Not dissatisfied!"
Lu Fan shook his head. "But rather, I feel guilty!"
At this point, Lu Fan slowly stood up. "If I hadn't appeared, perhaps the Beiji Sect wouldn't have been completely annihilated. In that case, it would be me who caused their deaths!"
"You can't say that!"
Hu Yu shook his head. "If sir hadn't acted, wouldn't the Tieshan Sect have suffered? Therefore, in this world, there is no absolute right or wrong!"
"You speak the truth!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly. Hu Yu's words were indeed reasonable.
"Sir, this is a gift from the Sect Master!"
Several disciples arrived at the courtyard, holding gifts in their hands, their eyes filled with reverence.
As disciples of the Tieshan Sect, they were well aware that without Lu Fan, the Tieshan Sect would have long since turned to ashes. Therefore, they were extremely respectful towards Lu Fan.
"Please tell your Sect Master that there's no need for such extravagance!"
Lu Fan waved his hand. "I am not interested in these gifts!"
"Sir, you may not know, but these are not ordinary items!"
One disciple spoke up. "A thousand-year-old ginseng. If sir consumes it, it will surely nourish your qi and thus enhance your cultivation!"
"A thousand-year-old ginseng?"
Hu Yu looked surprised. "Is that true? Is this item really a thousand years old?"
"It's absolutely not fake!" The disciple quickly nodded. "Would we dare to be deceitful with something sent to Master Lu!"
"In that case, please convey my thanks to the Sect Master on my behalf!" Lu Fan nodded slightly.
Although somewhat reluctant, he couldn't outright refuse.
This thousand-year-old ginseng was not bad, but he knew that accepting favors made one feel indebted. If he accepted too many benefits, he might face trouble in the future.
In the main hall of the Tieshan Sect, the Sect Master saw the returning disciples and asked, "Did Master Lu accept it?"
"He accepted it!" The disciple nodded slightly. "Although he seemed a bit hesitant, he didn't refuse in the end!"
"That's good then!"
The Sect Master of Tieshan Sect nodded, a look of joy appearing on his face. Lu Fan had helped the Tieshan Sect successfully eliminate the Beiji Sect, and he was deeply grateful.
Unfortunately, Lu Fan remained quite distant, and no matter what gifts were offered, he wouldn't readily accept them.
This was now a good start. With Lu Fan's strength, if they could establish a connection with him, the Tieshan Sect would surely have a place in the future.
In the following days, Lu Fan spent his time cultivating and wandering around casually, but he did not dare to neglect the news from Tongtian Academy.
Unfortunately, there was no news from Tongtian Academy, which disappointed him somewhat.
Just as Lu Fan was about to go out, the entire Tieshan Sect suddenly trembled. No one knew what had happened.
By the time Lu Fan reacted, he realized that the tremors were not confined to the Tieshan Sect; the entire Triangle Domain was experiencing strong vibrations.
"What happened?"
Hu Yu looked puzzled and surprised. Naturally, he hadn't expected the entire Triangle Domain to be affected by such an aura.
"Shenhuang Mountain has opened!"
In the Triangle Domain, many elders gazed towards a mountain range within the Triangle Domain, their eyes filled with longing.
The Shenhuang Mountain, which they had been waiting for, had finally opened. This also meant that a massacre would inevitably occur throughout the Triangle Domain.
Shenhuang Mountain was an ancient forbidden land, filled with numerous terrifying formations and mysterious objects.
If Shenhuang Mountain had not opened, those who entered would surely perish, even Saint realm experts.
However, once Shenhuang Mountain opened, it would remain so for a period. Entering Shenhuang Mountain during this time was the safest.
Within the Tieshan Sect, the elders had already gathered. The Sect Master of Tieshan Sect, with a joyous expression, said, "Shenhuang Mountain has suddenly opened. This is an opportunity. Are there any elders who will accompany me inside?"
"We are willing to accompany the Sect Master!"
The elders all nodded, showing great motivation. Within Shenhuang Mountain lay the Immortal Fruit Tree. If they could obtain such a divine artifact, it would greatly enhance their cultivation.
In an instant, all the elders within the Tieshan Sect were ready. The same was true for other sects in the Triangle Domain.
It was rumored that Shenhuang Mountain had opened once before, and someone had obtained an Immortal Fruit within, instantly becoming a Saint.
These rumors were not baseless but were based on factual occurrences.
Not long after, the Sect Master of Tieshan Sect arrived at Lu Fan's courtyard. "Master Lu, Shenhuang Mountain has opened. If you accompany us, our chances will be even greater!"