Lu Fan suddenly executed the Tai Yan Divine Steps, blocking Liu Haoran's attack. His gaze grew even more indifferent, as if he hadn't taken it seriously at all.
"Tai Yan Divine Steps?"
Liu Haoran and the others trembled, their gazes fixed on Lu Fan, their hearts filled with caution.
"I didn't expect you to know so much!"
Lu Fan smiled faintly, his expression appearing even more placid. These Tai Yan Divine Steps were from the Wordless Heavenly Book, and it seemed to have quite a connection with this Tai Yan Sect.
"You actually stole our sect's secret!"
Liu Haoran roared, "What audacity! Do you think our sect has no one?"
"That's not quite right. When did I ever steal the sect's secret?"
Lu Fan shrugged and said, "I haven't even set foot in the Tai Yan Sect!"
"If that's the case, how did you learn the Tai Yan Divine Steps?"
Liu Haoran said coldly, "Although many disciples know the Tai Yan Divine Steps, they absolutely cannot achieve this speed. Did you perhaps steal the original scroll of the Tai Yan Divine Steps!"
"Ridiculous. I've never done such a thing!"
Lu Fan's expression was indifferent. He paid no mind to Liu Haoran's words.
"Hmph, whether you did or not, you must come back to the sect with me!"
Liu Haoran's expression was cold, exuding an aura of authority. As a disciple of the sect, he naturally wouldn't let this matter go easily.
"There are countless cultivation methods in the world. On what basis do you conclude that he stole your sect's immortal techniques?"
The North American Princess chuckled lightly, "The Tai Yan Sect was, after all, a sect recognized by the royal family in the past. I never thought that after so many years, you would have a disciple like this!"
"Hmph, stop your incessant chatter!"
Liu Haoran said coldly, "When the Tai Yan Sect handles matters, it's not your place to make such remarks!"
"Please, sirs, be merciful. This is a small business of mine. If you must fight, could you please go outside?" the tavern owner said tremblingly, his eyes filled with apprehension.
"How about it, shall we settle this outside?"
Liu Haoran said coldly, his demeanor carrying a powerful aura. As a disciple of the Tai Yan Sect, he naturally had no fear, as this place was, after all, Tai Yan Sect territory.
Lu Fan said nothing more and stepped out. He was curious to see what Liu Haoran could do to him.
"If you lose then, don't regret it!"
The North American Princess sneered. Liu Haoran was at best an ordinary Great Saint, while Lu Fan could now contend with a Martial Emperor. They were not on the same level.
"Lose?"
Liu Haoran burst into laughter, as if he had heard the greatest joke in the world.
At the same time, Lu Fan had already arrived outside the tavern. "If you can touch my sleeve, I will go to the Tai Yan Sect as you wish!"
"What a bold statement!"
Liu Haoran was instantly enraged. He had never been treated like this before and was extremely displeased.
"Senior Brother Haoran, teach him a good lesson and let him know the might of the Tai Yan Sect!"
Several men beside him spoke, their expressions serious. As people of the Tai Yan Sect, they naturally had to deal with him properly.
At the same time, Liu Haoran stepped forward, exuding a powerful aura. In a flash, he charged towards Lu Fan.
*Boom...*
With a booming sound, Liu Haoran was sent flying, blood oozing from the corner of his mouth. He was utterly bewildered. He was a master in Tai Yan City, yet he never expected to be so insignificant in front of Lu Fan.
"I thought you were so powerful, but it turns out you're nothing special!"
Lu Fan shrugged slightly, a smile appearing on his face. In his eyes, Liu Haoran was practically courting death.
Many people nearby were shocked. They hadn't expected Lu Fan to actually dare to make a move. This was Tian Yan City, the territory governed by the Tai Yan Sect. Now that he had beaten Liu Haoran, this matter would likely not end well.
"Senior Brother Haoran, are you alright?"
Several Tai Yan Sect disciples asked, their gazes filled with apprehension towards Lu Fan. They hadn't expected Lu Fan to be so terrifying.
"You brat, just you wait! Today's events will not be let go just like this!"
With a cold threat, Liu Haoran turned and left, his heart filled with anger. At least in his eyes, a disciple of the Tai Yan Sect should not be bullied.
Watching the receding figure, Lu Fan remained unconcerned, not taking it to heart. A disciple of the Tai Yan Sect was naturally not worth mentioning.
Returning to the tavern, Lu Fan found that the girl from before had disappeared. Only Liu Ruyan sat there, slowly drinking her wine, her gaze indifferent.
"Huh? Where did that little girl go?"
Ling'er asked Liu Ruyan with a look of suspicion.
"She probably left!"
Liu Ruyan shrugged and said, "She was frightened just now, so she naturally wouldn't dare to stay!"
"It's good that she left!"
The North American Princess spoke, "As a member of another race, she wouldn't know how to handle herself here!"
"Does being a member of another race mean you should be bullied!"
Liu Ruyan's tone held a hint of anger as she looked at the North American Princess.
"I didn't mean that!"
The North American Princess was startled, her face instantly showing embarrassment.
"We should leave quickly!"
Lu Fan said, "If I'm not mistaken, the people from the Tai Yan Sect will not let this matter go easily. It's best to leave early to avoid trouble!"
Everyone nodded, not saying much.
Meanwhile, within the Tai Yan Sect, Liu Haoran was seething with anger. As a disciple of the Tai Yan Sect, being beaten like this was naturally unacceptable.
On the training grounds, a woman was practicing her swordplay, her movements appearing exceptionally graceful, attracting the attention of many disciples who cast admiring glances her way.
"Senior Sister Feixue, you must seek justice for me!"
Liu Haoran's voice rang out as he approached Han Feixue, his eyes filled with grievance. He never imagined he would end up in such a miserable state.
"What happened?"
Han Feixue asked, a hint of confusion in her voice.
"Senior Brother Haoran was beaten!"
A disciple spoke, "In Tai Yan City, it's truly disgraceful!"
Han Feixue frowned, "You got into a fight with someone again?"
"Senior Sister Feixue, this time I fought with someone for the sake of the Tai Yan Sect!"
Liu Haoran said earnestly, "That person actually dared to steal the Tai Yan Sect's secret techniques, he's simply audacious! His Tai Yan Divine Steps are practiced even better than ours!"
"Is that truly the case?"
Han Feixue's expression turned cold. This matter concerned the Tai Yan Sect, and as the senior disciple of the Tai Yan Sect, she naturally couldn't stand by and do nothing.
"If you don't believe me, you can ask them!"
Liu Haoran's expression was serious, and he looked towards the other disciples. The others all nodded, not daring to conceal anything.
"Let's go! To Tai Yan City!"
Han Feixue's expression was cold. If this were indeed true, she would never let it go easily.
Liu Haoran nodded solemnly, a hint of joy in his eyes. With Han Feixue's words, he felt much more at ease.
Not long after, as they arrived at the Tai Yan Sect, Lu Fan and the others were preparing to leave when they encountered them.
This time, Han Feixue had taken the lead, and many disciples from the Tai Yan Sect had arrived, darkening the sky above.
"You brat think you can leave? I'm afraid you have no chance!"