Bei Lao was somewhat helpless, knowing that no one could change what the Northern American County Princess had decided.
"Everyone, I hope you can protect the County Princess safely on this journey!"
Bei Lao cupped his fists towards Lu Fan, his expression grave.
"Don't worry, Bei Lao!"
Lu Fan nodded, naturally understanding Bei Lao's concerns.
Not long after, Lu Fan and the others set out for the Imperial Capital, not daring to delay in the slightest.
Along the way, Lu Fan continuously absorbed the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, reaching a bottleneck. He had a feeling that if he wished, he might even have a chance to fight against a Martial Emperor expert.
"Ahead is Taiyan City. Once we reach Tianyan City, we won't be far from the Imperial Capital!"
The Northern American County Princess gazed into the distance and said with a smile, seemingly looking forward to it.
"The Northern American County Princess should have been to the Imperial Capital before, so why are you still so happy?"
Lin Fan asked in surprise, looking towards the Northern American County Princess.
"Although that's true, that was when I was a child!"
The Northern American County Princess chuckled. In fact, she was very curious about the Imperial Capital, having never been there since she grew up.
Within Taiyan City, the night was quiet. Lu Fan and the others had settled down in the best inn in Taiyan City, with all expenses naturally covered by the Northern American County Princess.
Having found a place to stay, Lin Fan did not rest. He continuously practiced the footwork from the nameless heavenly book, and his movements became much more agile.
"Your footwork is quite strange!"
Liu Ruyan's voice sounded, and she walked towards Lu Fan.
"You're not asleep yet?"
Lu Fan stopped his movements and looked at Liu Ruyan, his gaze meaningful.
"Of course not!"
Liu Ruyan nodded. "How can I sleep in such an unfamiliar environment? I find your footwork quite good, what is it called?"
"It should be the Taiyan Divine Steps!"
Lin Fan chuckled. "I don't know why I thought of this name!"
"This is Taiyan City, so you didn't just make up this name, did you?"
Liu Ruyan chuckled. "However, this footwork is indeed strange, can you give me a copy?"
"We are sworn brothers, of course, there's no problem!"
Lin Fan's heart moved, and he transmitted the secret technique of the Taiyan Divine Steps to Liu Ruyan. At the same time, he looked at Liu Ruyan's shoulder. "Why do you have blue stripes on your shoulder?"
Liu Ruyan was startled and quickly pulled up her clothes. "I treat you as a brother, you wouldn't have any improper thoughts about me, would you!"
"Of course not!"
Lin Fan smiled awkwardly. "I was just a little curious!"
After these words, Liu Ruyan said no more and turned to leave, seemingly avoiding Lu Fan's gaze.
Lu Fan became even more perplexed. They had already reached this level and would no longer care about matters between men and women, but Liu Ruyan's behavior was very unusual.
After staying in Taiyan City for a few days, Lu Fan had grasped the essence of the Taiyan Divine Steps, even achieving the ability to shorten the distance between one's feet. Such ancient secret techniques were indeed extraordinary.
In the tavern, the Northern American County Princess ordered a table full of dishes, but still seemed somewhat dissatisfied.
In the royal mansion, she ate only the finest delicacies, but now outside, it was like eating dry bones.
"After this meal, we will depart!"
Lu Fan said, "You've spent a lot for the County Princess these past few days!"
"Don't say that, it's just a small matter!"
The Northern American County Princess chuckled, her gaze indifferent, as if she already considered Lu Fan and the others as friends.
Boom...
As they were talking, a crashing sound echoed, and a figure was thrown violently into the tavern, looking quite disheveled.
Everyone in the tavern suddenly stood up, not knowing what had happened. Several figures walked in from outside, exuding an aura.
"Who are you people?"
The Northern American County Princess stood up and said, "Why are you bullying someone? And a child at that!"
In the center of the tavern, a little girl was shielding her forehead with her hands, looking very scared.
"Who are you? How dare you meddle in the affairs of the Taiyan Sect!"
The man was very displeased and looked towards the Northern American County Princess.
"So it's the Taiyan Sect!"
The Northern American County Princess said coldly, "Even if you are from the Taiyan Sect, you shouldn't be doing such things!"
"That's right, this girl is so pitiful, how can you hit her!"
Everyone in the tavern spoke out, not approving of Liu Haoran's actions and even showing some disdain. As a disciple of a sect, bullying a little girl was something that would bring shame if it spread.
"What do you know? She's just pretending to be pitiful to gain your sympathy!"
Liu Haoran said directly, "As a disciple of the Taiyan Sect, would I casually bully people!"
"Then explain to me, what exactly happened!"
The Northern American County Princess said coldly, feeling quite displeased. If they couldn't explain clearly, she wouldn't mind teaching these scoundrels a lesson.
"She is an alien, with a birthmark on her body. If you don't believe me, you can take a closer look. Don't be blinded by the aliens!" Liu Haoran said directly.
Upon hearing this, everyone in the tavern was startled and retreated, as they were extremely repulsed by aliens, even filled with enmity.
"Alien?"
The Northern American County Princess frowned and looked at the little girl. Indeed, she noticed special markings on her body.
"See? Now you know!"
Liu Haoran was somewhat smug and was about to finish off the little girl.
The Northern American County Princess stood frozen, wanting to help the little girl but knowing that as a county princess of the royal city, she could not interfere in such matters. This was because aliens were not humans, and in human territories, they were bound to be a menace.
At least, this was the ideology instilled in her since childhood, making her feel complex emotions.
Liu Ruyan, sitting nearby, had a changing expression, seeming restless but holding back.
"Although aliens are not humans, they are still a life. She hasn't harmed anyone, and even if you are from the Taiyan Sect, you shouldn't kill indiscriminately!"
Lu Fan suddenly stood up, his gaze fixed on Liu Haoran. The little girl trembled, a warmth surging within her. In the entire human territory, she was either beaten or scolded, and many humans wanted to kill her. Only Lu Fan made her eyes light up.
"You kid, are you crazy?"
Liu Haoran said coldly, "How dare you speak for an alien? Could it be that you are also an alien?"
"Whether I am an alien or not, you people won't be able to touch this little girl today!"
Lu Fan's voice was calm but carried a powerful authority that commanded respect.
The Northern American County Princess stood frozen, her eyes fluctuating. In fact, she also wished she could be like Lu Fan, but she was unable to do so.
"What arrogant words!"
Liu Haoran was furious. As a disciple of the Taiyan Sect, and in Taiyan City, their territory, someone daring to speak like this was something he could not tolerate.
Lu Fan remained unfazed, as if he did not take the people before him seriously.
Liu Haoran said no more, his palm surged with flowing light, and he struck fiercely at the little girl.