"I thought I had come to reason with someone, but it seems you are all birds of a feather!"
Liu Ruyan spoke, her displeasure evident. Such actions by the Taiyan Sect were naturally infuriating.
"This is the Sect Master of our Taiyan Sect. Do you dare to be disrespectful!"
Liu Haoran said coldly, "The Sect Master himself has appeared. Do you still intend to resist!"
Faced with these words, Liu Ruyan remained unimpressed and completely unconcerned. If not for this, she would have likely made a move already.
"What if I refuse to go back with you today?"
Lu Fan's lips curved upwards as he looked towards the Taiyan Sect Master, his eyes filled with coldness.
They had done nothing, and the Taiyan Sect Master's actions naturally displeased him.
"If you are unwilling, then do not blame this old man for taking action!"
Chen Beixuan chuckled, exuding an air of dominance. As the head of the Taiyan Sect, he was no ordinary person. If he set his mind to something, who could stop him?
"What audacious words!"
The Northern American Princess stepped forward, her gaze fixed on Chen Beixuan. "When did the Taiyan Sect become so reckless, taking people away without rhyme or reason!"
"Who are you?" The Taiyan Sect Master was taken aback and frowned. He could clearly sense the powerful noble aura emanating from the person before him, suggesting she was no ordinary individual.
"I am the Northern American Princess!"
The Northern American Princess stated coldly, "When I was before my grandfather, the Taiyan Sect Master was subservient. Now, he is incredibly arrogant, not even showing respect to members of the royal family!"
"The Northern American Princess!"
Chen Beixuan was startled, somewhat surprised. He had not expected the woman before him to be the Northern American Princess, the only daughter of the Ninth Prince.
"Sect Master, do not believe her!"
Liu Haoran interjected, "She looks very ordinary. How could she be the Northern American Princess!"
Following these words, the Northern American Princess's expression turned indifferent. "What? Do I not look like one?"
"What proof do you have?"
Chen Beixuan inquired, his wariness growing. If she were truly a member of the royal family, he would not dare to act rashly. However, if she were not, he would have no fear.
"I do not have any proof on me, but if you dare to touch me today, the royal family will not stand idly by!"
The Northern American Princess spoke coldly, exuding an aura of composure even at this moment.
"Since you have no proof, how can I believe you!"
The Taiyan Sect Master smiled, his aura surging, accompanied by a powerful presence.
Witnessing the scene, Lu Fan's brow furrowed. If his guess was correct, the Taiyan Sect Master was about to get serious, and dealing with him would be extremely difficult.
At the same time, the Northern American Princess's expression turned grim. She had not expected the Taiyan Sect Master to disregard her so completely, which further fueled her anger.
"You all go first!"
Liu Ruyan spoke, "He is very powerful. I will hold him off!"
Lu Fan frowned. The Taiyan Sect Master's aura was formidable, indicating he was no ordinary person. If they were to truly confront him, their strength might prove insufficient.
"Trying to leave?"
Chen Beixuan sneered, "In my hands, no one has that ability!"
Just as Lu Fan and the others were about to make a move, they were instantly bound by a powerful restrictive force, rendering them unable to move.
The Taiyan Sect members rejoiced, their eyes filled with solemnity. They had not expected their Sect Master's strength to be so immense, capable of immobilizing everyone present with just a release of his aura. Su Dan Novel Network
"You are no match for me!"
The Taiyan Sect Master chuckled, "But do not worry, I will not harm your lives as long as you do not act rashly!"
After speaking, the Taiyan Sect Master imprisoned Lu Fan and the others within his magical artifact, appearing quite at ease, paying no heed to the finer details.
"Sect Master is divine!"
Liu Haoran and the others clasped their fists, their faces beaming with joy. Having suffered losses at Lu Fan's hands previously, they were filled with resentment. Now that they had an opportunity, they would not let it pass easily.
Upon their return to the sect, they would ensure a proper reception.
Chen Beixuan nodded slightly and then departed from the scene.
The Taiyan Sect was located not far from the imperial capital. The sect possessed spiritual veins and countless disciples, making it a prominent sect within the Heavenly Court Dynasty.
Upon arriving at the Purple Bamboo Forest of the Taiyan Sect, Chen Beixuan released Lu Fan and the others. "This is the Purple Bamboo Forest of the Taiyan Sect, protected by formations. You will not be able to escape!"
"If you want to kill us, then kill us. What is the purpose of imprisoning us here?"
Lu Fan asked coldly, looking at Chen Beixuan, his words devoid of any politeness.
"As long as you tell me how to execute the Taiyan Divine Steps to their utmost, I will release you!"
Chen Beixuan chuckled, "In this way, you will not be at a disadvantage!"
"So you captured us for the Taiyan Divine Steps!"
Liu Ruyan narrowed her eyes, her displeasure evident. However, she dared not act rashly. As a Martial Emperor-level expert, she was rendered useless before the Taiyan Sect Master, which clearly indicated he was no ordinary person.
"That's right, it is for the Taiyan Divine Steps!"
Chen Beixuan did not conceal his intentions, his eyes gleaming. At least in his view, the Taiyan Divine Steps were extraordinary. If he could obtain the true cultivation method, it would undoubtedly be a great boon for the Taiyan Sect.
"It won't be easy to make me hand over the secret technique!"
Lu Fan shrugged his shoulders and said, "If you want to kill me, then kill me. I will not even flinch!"
"Little brother, your mind is not clear yet. When you have considered it properly, then answer my question!"
Chen Beixuan chuckled, turned, and left the Purple Bamboo Forest, his expression appearing indifferent, as if everything was under his control.
After Chen Beixuan departed, Ling'er's spiritual power surged within her, instantly striking the barrier of the Purple Bamboo Forest.
Boom...
With a loud bang, Ling'er was violently thrown back, blood seeping from the corner of her mouth. She had not expected the barrier to be so formidable.
"You can forget about getting out. This is the Taiyan Sect's barrier. With your strength, you will not be able to break it!"
Chen Beixuan's voice echoed through the entire Purple Bamboo Forest with a faint smile.
Lu Fan's brow furrowed. He understood Chen Beixuan's intentions, but being trapped here made him feel a sense of unease.
"Damn it! He didn't even dare to fart in front of my imperial grandfather back then, and now he dares to treat me like this!"
The Northern American Princess spoke coldly, "When I return to the imperial city, I will make him pay!"
"I'm afraid you won't be able to go back!"
Liu Ruyan shrugged her shoulders, "With our strength, escaping from the Purple Bamboo Forest is likely harder than ascending to heaven!"
"Is there no other way?"
The Northern American Princess frowned, not wanting to be trapped here indefinitely.
"Perhaps there is!"
Lu Fan spoke, "But it requires waiting for the right opportunity. I see that the Taiyan Sect Master has no intention of killing us, so there is no need to worry too much! When the time is right, there will naturally be a way!"