"This World-Destroying Thunder Dragon is so powerful, I'm afraid even a Great Sage level expert would be turned to dust under this terrifying impact!"
With seriousness in his eyes, Xu Kuo said helplessly, "Is this fate? Is this what they call fate that cannot be defied?"
"Perhaps!"
The young master of the Tao family nodded, also feeling a sense of helplessness. This was not what he wanted to see, but it seemed inevitable. The situation had escalated beyond his imagination, catching him off guard.
Meanwhile, Hu Xian'er's body went limp, almost losing control. He had never imagined things would turn out this way, leaving him utterly unprepared and unable to accept the possibility of Lu Fan's demise, never to be seen again.
Just as everyone believed Lu Fan was doomed, a figure suddenly appeared within the sea of lightning. This figure emerged from the lightning, surrounded by thunderous light, appearing exceptionally terrifying. No one knew what had happened.
Lu Fan strode out of the lightning sea, looking like a god of war, instilling a sense of dread in everyone's hearts.
"This..."
The onlookers were incredulous, even moved. They could not believe that Lu Fan was still alive. Not only was he alive, but all his injuries had also been healed. Even more terrifying was the aura Lu Fan exuded, which commanded respect and fear.
"This is? Rebirth from tribulation?"
Elder Wuming was shocked. "How is this possible? How can one be reborn from tribulation? What has this kid done to reach this point!"
"Being able to be reborn from tribulation means his life is not meant to end!" Elder Bandao stated. "This kind of phenomenon is only found in ancient texts. To witness it firsthand today is truly astonishing!"
Simultaneously, the people from Zhongzhou Academy watched with shock. Even they had not expected Lu Fan to be so formidable, to be reborn amidst a lightning tribulation. This was unheard of, leaving them deeply affected.
"He's alive, Lu Fan is alive!" Hu Xian'er rejoiced, his eyes filled with emotion. He had thought Lu Fan was certainly going to die, but to see him alive and seemingly unharmed was beyond his expectations.
"That's right, he's alive, finally alive!"
The young master of the Tao family was somewhat excited, his eyes also showing a hint of panic. He had never imagined Lu Fan could truly survive, and so effortlessly.
After leaving the lightning tribulation, Lu Fan's entire being radiated an incomparably potent aura, making him seem like a different person. He had now broken through to the Saint King realm, and within that realm, there was likely no one who could match him.
Lu Fan even felt a possibility of being able to contend with Elder Wuming, though this feeling was strong, Lu Fan could not guarantee it.
Within Zhongzhou Academy, numerous disciples gazed at Lu Fan, their hearts filled with shock. They had already been surprised by the terrifying lightning tribulation Lu Fan had triggered, and now his emergence from it, reborn by lightning, fueled endless speculation.
Under normal circumstances, Lu Fan should have been dead, with no trace of life. It should not have turned out this way, but reality was the complete opposite.
At the same time, Lu Fan turned to look at the lightning tribulation and said coldly, "What of the World-Destroying Lightning Tribulation? It still cannot destroy me. You wicked heavens, you want to kill me, but I refuse to comply!"
Boom...
As if hearing Lu Fan's challenge, the sky rumbled incessantly, appearing exceptionally terrifying. However, Lu Fan stood firm, seemingly deaf to it all, paying it no mind.
"I truly didn't expect your strength to be this great!"
Lin Wuya approached Lu Fan. "I am very curious, now that you've broken through to the Saint King realm, how powerful will you be!"
"Senior Brother Lin, since I have broken through to the Saint King realm, I naturally need to contend with you for the position of number one in Zhongzhou Academy!" Lu Fan shrugged. "After all, this number one spot is not fixed. Anyone with strength can claim it!"
"You are right, with strength, anyone can become number one!" Lin Wuya nodded. "I eagerly await the peak battle a few days from now. I hope you can withstand a few of my moves!"
"Senior Brother Lin, rest assured, I will not disappoint you!" Lu Fan bowed slightly, a smile on his face. He faced Lin Wuya's challenge without any fear.
If it were before, he might not have cared, but things were different now. Lu Fan was determined to secure the number one position in Zhongzhou Academy.
He had broken through to the Saint King realm, meaning he was invincible below the Great Saint level. Furthermore, ancient records stated that the Desolate Ancient Divine Body could fight across realms, which was no mere jest.
Lin Wuya gritted his teeth. In his understanding, no one dared to speak to him like this. Lu Fan's audacity made him extremely displeased.
As the top disciple of Zhongzhou Academy, he would not tolerate anyone acting presumptuously in front of him, even a peerless prodigy like Lu Fan. This was Lin Wuya's nature.
Previously, he had looked forward to Lu Fan passing the lightning tribulation so he could spar with him and perhaps "teach him a lesson." He certainly hadn't expected Lu Fan to be so arrogant and ignorant of his own limitations.
"You brat, with such immense talent, it would be a pity if you truly died!" Elder Wuming approached. "But what exactly happened just now? Why were you able to be reborn, and within the lightning tribulation!"
"I did not revive, nor have I ever died!"
Lu Fan shrugged. "It's just that I learned a secret technique that can conceal heavenly secrets. Therefore, I did not truly suffer the terrifying blow in the lightning sea. During that time, I also broke through to the Saint King realm, so this lightning tribulation naturally could not harm me!"
Upon hearing Lu Fan's explanation, Elder Wuming was slightly taken aback. He had not expected Lu Fan to possess such formidable means, which surprised him even more.
"You brat are so capable, you will likely become a dragon among men in the future, soaring to unprecedented heights!"
Elder Bandao remarked. "We hope you can lead Zhongzhou Academy on a glorious journey!"
"Who is this?"
Lu Fan asked with a hint of surprise, his gaze shifting towards Elder Bandao. He was somewhat bewildered, as he didn't seem to have met this elder before.
"He is an elder of Zhongzhou Academy. Do not be disrespectful!" Elder Wuming cautioned.
Only then did Lu Fan dare to cup his fists, showing no sign of negligence. After all, an elder of Zhongzhou Academy was no ordinary person.