"What should we do then?"
Princess Linglong frowned, her expression also turning solemn. With her father now dead, she had to lead everyone back to the White Dragon Dynasty. Otherwise, she would be failing her father's trust and would have no face to meet anyone.
"I, Chen Banxian, have roamed the Spirit Realm for so many years, and this is the first time I've encountered such a divine artifact!"
Chen Banxian laughed heartily, his body rising into the air. Simultaneously, the Divine Emperor Cauldron, under his summons, began to roar. This sound echoed through the Nine Heavens Dynasty, and other regions could also perceive it.
The Old Ancestor of the Nine Heavens, impacted by the sound, was forced to retreat backward, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth. He could never have imagined that Chen Banxian, with the aid of the Divine Dragon Cauldron, could wield such divine power. Even with the blessing of national destiny, the Old Ancestor of the Nine Heavens was no match and was in a sorry state.
Seeing this, Emperor Jiutian grew even more terrified. He could not fathom that even the Old Ancestor was about to perish.
"Old Ancestor!"
Grand Tutor Wen and others cried out in despair. If the Old Ancestor of the Nine Heavens could not win, then no one among them would be able to resist, and the Nine Heavens Dynasty would surely change hands.
"Hmph, the Nine Heavens Dynasty's destiny is exhausted!"
Chen Banxian snorted coldly, his words laced with iciness. The momentum of the Nine Heavens Dynasty had already waned and would soon cease to exist.
"Heaven truly wishes to destroy my Nine Heavens!"
The Old Ancestor shouted in despair. He could not comprehend how things had come to this.
Chen Banxian attacked again without hesitation. In the blink of an eye, an ancient aura emanated from the Divine Emperor Cauldron. The Old Ancestor tried to dodge, but it was too late.
*Boom...*
A thunderous sound erupted. The Old Ancestor's body was violently sent flying backward, blood spilling from his lips. He finally perished, vanishing into the heavens and earth.
"Old Ancestor!"
Everyone present cried out in despair. The death of the Old Ancestor of the Nine Heavens was the final verdict for the Nine Heavens Dynasty.
"The Old Ancestor of the Nine Heavens has fallen! Where are the generals of the White Dragon Dynasty!"
Princess Linglong's voice rang out, filled with killing intent.
"Slay all the rebels of the Nine Heavens and seize the Nine Heavens' power!"
"We obey your command!"
The generals of the White Dragon Dynasty leaped forward, facing death as if it were their calling. With the Old Ancestor of the Nine Heavens gone, this was their best opportunity.
Seeing the generals of the White Dragon Dynasty fighting valiantly, Princess Linglong felt a surge of satisfaction. She then approached Lu Fan and asked, "Imperial Son-in-law, are you alright?"
"Don't worry, I won't die!"
Lu Fan smiled and said, "The Old Ancestor of the Nine Heavens has fallen, a once-in-a-thousand-years opportunity!"
"I know. Don't worry, we will seize the Nine Heavens' power this time!"
Princess Linglong nodded, her eyes filled with coldness. With things having reached this point, she naturally would not show any mercy.
In the blink of an eye, the entire imperial city of the Nine Heavens was captured, with only a small number of people still resisting stubbornly. Meanwhile, Chen Banxian approached Liu Qianjiao, "Xiao Jiao, I'm glad you're alright. I thought something had really happened to you!"
"Did you come for me?"
Liu Qianjiao glanced at him, "I find it hard to believe!"
"Heaven and earth bear witness, if I hadn't come for Xiao Jiao, may I be struck by lightning and die!"
Chen Banxian swore, his words utterly unreserved.
"Alright. I believe you!"
Liu Qianjiao quickly covered Chen Banxian's mouth, "Don't make such a poisonous oath again!"
"Don't worry, since you say so, I will never swear again!" Chen Banxian nodded. "Now that the Nine Heavens Dynasty's destiny is exhausted, we sects should not get involved!"
Liu Qianjiao nodded slightly, then hurried away with the experts from the Immortal Valley.
At the same time, the elders of the Divine Dragon Hall arrived, "We pay our respects to the Hall Master!"
"I've always said I don't want to be any Hall Master!"
Chen Banxian gave a wry smile and then looked at Lu Fan, "I think this young man is quite good, and he controls the Divine Dragon Token. You should all respect him as the Hall Master!"
"This..."
The Grand Elder's expression changed. He could never have imagined that Chen Banxian would be so direct, without any hesitation. Seeing the elders of the Divine Dragon Hall standing there stunned, Chen Banxian said no more. He turned and left with Liu Qianjiao, completely unconcerned about the day's events.
"Grand Elder, what should we do?"
An elder spoke, casting his gaze towards Lu Fan, "I see Mr. Lu is young, but he will surely become a powerful figure in the future. If he becomes the master of the Divine Dragon Hall, it might not be a bad thing!"
The other elders of the Divine Dragon Hall nodded in agreement, all approving of Lu Fan. After these events, they were very impressed with Lu Fan's abilities, which was why he had gained everyone's recognition.
"Since it is the Hall Master's wish, then we shall respect him as our leader!"
The Grand Elder nodded, his expression becoming serious.
At the same time, Lu Fan and Linglong had arrived at the imperial palace of the Nine Heavens. Inside the palace, Grand Tutor Wen and others were still resisting stubbornly, but it was futile.
"Give up! You have already lost!"
Linglong spoke, her aura radiating powerfully. At this point, the Nine Heavens Dynasty could never return to its former state.
"Even Emperor Jiutian has fled. Your stubborn resistance is meaningless!"
Lu Fan stated directly, "Grand Tutor Wen's loyalty to the Nine Heavens is truly moving. If you surrender, the White Dragon Dynasty will not harm your life!"
"Ridiculous! As the Grand Tutor of the Nine Heavens Dynasty, how could I yield to you!"
Grand Tutor Wen sneered, "Even if I die today, it is my destiny!"
"Even if you wish to die, shouldn't you think about those behind you?"
Lu Fan smiled lightly, "Behind them are tens of thousands of families. Do you want them to accompany you to the grave?"
Grand Tutor Wen was taken aback. He looked at the generals of the Nine Heavens Dynasty. Their faces were haggard, some were even on the verge of death, appearing quite desolate.
"Yes! The Nine Heavens Dynasty is gone. How can I have the face to let them die with me!"
Grand Tutor Wen smiled, his eyes filled with sorrow.
"Grand Tutor Wen, as you can see, Emperor Jiutian is not worthy of your loyalty!"
Princess Linglong stated directly, "As the ruler of a dynasty, to flee alone is simply despicable. If it were my father, he would never do such a thing!"
"You are right. If it were Emperor Long, he would never cling to life in such a cowardly manner!"
Grand Tutor Wen nodded, "But as the Grand Tutor of the dynasty, how can I live on ignominiously!"
As his words fell, a powerful spiritual energy surged from Grand Tutor Wen's palm. He struck his own heavenly spirit gate with his palm. With a loud bang, Grand Tutor Wen's body recoiled violently, and he instantly perished.
"Grand Tutor!"
The people of the Nine Heavens Dynasty were filled with helplessness. Now, even their last pillar of support had fallen.
"To the subjects of the Nine Heavens Dynasty, as long as you cease your resistance, the White Dragon Dynasty will not pursue!"
Princess Linglong declared, "You all have families, and you surely do not wish to die in the imperial city. Emperor Jiutian fled alone, so you have no need to be loyal to him!"