"If you insist on taking my granddaughter away today, I'll fight you to the death!"
The old man's imposing aura surged with spiritual energy. Since it had come to this, he was prepared to go all out. Since begging was useless, he might as well fight to the death, perhaps finding a sliver of hope.
"You brat, do you really think you're so powerful?" Qian Dafu burst into laughter. "If you have the guts, try it. You'll regret it, and your whole village will pay the price. You're tired of living, daring to be so arrogant here."
"The heavens are not benevolent, giving rise to a pack of beasts like you. If that's the case, it's better to fight until one side is destroyed!" The old man was furious. He had already humbled himself, but it was to no avail. Now, the only thing he could do was fight to the death.
"Cripple his spiritual energy!"
Qian Dafu's voice was icy and sharp. As the mayor of Jiulong Town, his authority was paramount. No one could defy him, and he would never allow such a thing to happen.
At Qian Dafu's command, several men beside him moved without hesitation, approaching the old man with cold eyes, as if the outcome was already decided.
On the streets of Jiulong Town, many people watched with pity. The old man's actions resonated with them. Perhaps one day, they too would face such a situation. If so, what would they do?
"His family has no laborers, so they can't mine much spiritual ore. Can't they be exempted from some spirit stones?"
Several men nearby spoke out, appearing indignant. Perhaps, in their eyes, Qian Dafu's actions were indeed excessive.
"All of you, shut up! Are you tired of living, daring to challenge me!" Qian Dafu's voice was cold, his gaze sweeping over the crowd with displeasure.
Following his words, everyone quickly fell silent, not daring to say another word. Qian Dafu was no ordinary person; offending him would likely lead to a dire fate.
Meanwhile, the men quickly moved, beating the old man until his face was bruised and swollen, his spiritual energy gradually dissipating.
"Grandpa, Grandpa!"
The girl named Tuan Tuan cried out repeatedly, looking terrified. She was still young and didn't understand what was happening. The scene before her filled her with resentment, and she glared fiercely at Qian Dafu, as if she could devour him.
"Little one, don't worry. I'll make sure your grandfather sees clearly!"
Qian Dafu smiled, his expression even colder, as if he saw nothing wrong with his actions.
Inside the hotel, the innkeeper shook his head. "What a disaster! Jiulong Town was not like this before. Ever since that policy was implemented, the entire Jiulong Town has changed. It's almost unrecognizable!"
Lu Fan also stood up abruptly and strode towards the hotel exit. He would not allow such a thing to happen in the northwest. A cold glint flashed in his eyes, and Qian Dafu's actions filled him with anger.
"Little brother, don't act rashly. You're an outsider and can't stand to see this, but this is our norm!"
The innkeeper quickly said, "If you cause unnecessary trouble, you might not be able to leave Jiulong Town!"
"Just because of him?"
Lu Fan smiled, his gaze indifferent, as if he didn't take the mayor of Jiulong Town seriously at all. Otherwise, he wouldn't have such an imposing presence.
The innkeeper tried to dissuade him further, but Lu Fan was already gone, turning and heading out of the hotel.
On the street, a woman nearby was about to intervene when she saw Lu Fan approaching, exuding an imposing aura.
"Who gave you the audacity to do such a thing!"
As soon as the words fell, everyone turned to look at Lu Fan, their gazes filled with curiosity. After all, in all of Jiulong Town, no one dared to question Qian Dafu like this, and Qian Dafu was no ordinary person.
"Who are you, kid, to dare to meddle in here?"
Qian Dafu said coldly, his gaze fixed on Lu Fan with a sharp intensity. He hadn't expected anyone to step forward, and he found it unacceptable.
"Who I am is not important. What's important is who told you to do this!" Lu Fan said coldly. "If I remember correctly, the Heavenly Court Dynasty has many laws, and they are not for you to misuse!"
"That may be so, but what of it?" Qian Dafu sneered. "I see you're not from Jiulong Town, which is why you dare to speak like this. But let me tell you, no matter who comes today, they won't get away with it. I advise you, kid, not to cause trouble here!" Su Dan Novel Network
"What if you insist?"
Lu Fan's eyes were sharp and cold. Qian Dafu made him extremely angry and displeased.
"If you insist, then you, kid, need to consider if you can withstand my methods!" Qian Dafu's eyes glinted with coldness and indifference. He would not be lenient with people like Lu Fan.
"Is that so?"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, his gaze sharp. He would not stand idly by when faced with someone like Qian Dafu.
"Damn it! How dare a mere youngster like you threaten me!"
Qian Dafu's voice was icy and sharp. In that instant, he glanced at his subordinates. "Deal with this kid and let him know who the real emperor of Jiulong Town is!"
Lu Fan stood calmly, completely unfazed by Qian Dafu's actions. If Qian Dafu truly intended to make a move, he would not back down.
Several men charged at Lu Fan without hesitation, their momentum strong. In the blink of an eye, they were close to Lu Fan, only to be sent flying by a sudden force from Lu Fan, spitting blood. Even they hadn't expected Lu Fan to possess such ability.
"You dare to act here, you audacious brat!" Qian Dafu's voice was cold. He was the emperor of Jiulong Town, and no one could defy his will. Lu Fan's actions naturally drew his displeasure.
"Why wouldn't I dare?"
Lu Fan said coldly, "Your actions are a violation of the Heavenly Court's laws. How can we stand by and let you bully us!"
"Well said!"
Everyone nodded, their spirits rising. Lu Fan's words had struck a chord with them. After all, they were the true masters of Jiulong Town, suppressed by Qian Dafu for years, and their hearts were filled with discontent. Now that someone had stepped forward, they naturally supported him.