"Elder, you jest. Is this not all at your behest?"
Lu Fan smiled faintly and said, "You know everything, yet you do not act, wishing to use others to kill, to make me offend the Huo family. Even that jade token, you intentionally let me steal it!"
"How did you know!"
Elder Wuming smiled, his gaze now fixed on Lu Fan, a sense of surprise growing within him. He had never expected Lu Fan to be so astute.
"Some things can be hidden from others, but not from me!"
Lu Fan shrugged and said, "So, from beginning to end, you've been using me as a target. Isn't that rather unfair!"
"Young people shouldn't speak like that. I haven't used you; it's just that you insisted on it!" Elder Wuming stated earnestly, "Besides, things have come to this. Are you still going to settle scores later?"
"That I will not. Elder Wuming's meticulous planning surely accounted for this outcome!" Lu Fan shrugged, "However, I have a small request, one I hope the Elder can fulfill, otherwise, I am not satisfied with today's events!"
"You, kid, are indeed sharp. Just say what you want!"
With a calm gaze, Elder Wuming stated directly, "I'd like to know what wicked idea you're cooking up now!"
"During the assessment, let my friend in. That way, I can thank you!" Lu Fan smiled, "Otherwise, I won't let your scheme against me today go unpunished!"
"In all my years, this is the first time I've been threatened!" Elder Wuming smiled, "Are you asking me to cheat? I cannot do such a thing. Moreover, you should know that your subordinate lacks the necessary strength. If he were to enter rashly, it wouldn't be good for him either!"
"He is already a Saint, and his strength is not weak. Why can't he enter?"
Lu Fan's tone grew serious. Those who could enter the Central State Academy were all prodigies. If Guiying could enter, his future would undoubtedly be limitless, which was why Lu Fan was insistent.
"Some things are not as simple as you think!"
Elder Wuming shook his head, "If one's strength is insufficient, yet they insist on entering the Central State Academy, it will be a disaster for them. Therefore, I cannot agree to this!"
"Since you refuse, I will remember it. Seeing as you schemed against me, I will reciprocate if necessary!"
Lu Fan said coldly, then turned and left. He showed no courtesy towards the old man Wuming.
Elder Wuming's expression turned grim from the threat. He clearly hadn't expected Lu Fan to be so direct, catching him off guard.
Having lived for countless years, he had witnessed all manner of grand occasions. No matter who met him, they would show him respect, even those at the Saint King level would be deferential. Yet, he never imagined Lu Fan would be so audacious, treating him as if he were nothing.
Meanwhile, Lu Fan returned to the Drunken Immortal Tower. Within the tower, everyone looked towards Lu Fan with a sense of shock. They were all aware of what Lu Fan had done and were filled with admiration.
To dare to act against the Huo family was not something ordinary people could do. Furthermore, Lu Fan possessed a peerless divine weapon, and it was certain he would enter the Central State Academy in the future. Naturally, they sought to curry favor with him, even if it was just to get acquainted.
"Today was too close!" Hu Yu looked at Lu Fan, "If there had been the slightest mistake, your life would likely have been forfeit. So, don't put yourself in such a perilous situation again!"
"Did I have any other choice?"
Lu Fan shrugged, "If it weren't for this, I wouldn't have acted this way!"
"We know that, of course, but this time it was truly too risky!"
With a serious expression, Hu Xian'er spoke again, not daring to hold back, as this matter was no trifle.
Lu Fan nodded slightly at their words, acknowledging their concern.
After Lu Fan entered his room, Hu Yu looked at Hu Xian'er, "Aren't we adversaries? Why did you speak to warn him? It makes it seem like we care about him!"
"We all come from the Central State, so it's natural not to wish for him to meet misfortune!"
Hu Xian'er shook her head, "You don't need to overthink it. Besides, there's still some time before the assessment. During this period, we should focus on our cultivation and not dwell on other matters. And if I'm not mistaken, with your current strength, you might not be able to enter the Central State Academy. You need to train harder!"
Hu Yu was slightly taken aback, a hint of helplessness on his face. As Hu Xian'er said, his strength was indeed not great. If it came to an assessment, he might not pass. However, his purpose in coming to the Central State this time was to join the Central State Academy, so he would not give up.
"Don't worry, eldest sister. If I can enter the Central State Academy, I will definitely be able to. This is my mission and my responsibility!" Hu Yu's gaze turned serious. Revitalizing the family was not solely his sister's burden; he was acutely aware of this.
At this very moment, in the main hall of the Huo family, numerous Huo family experts stood, their expressions grim. They naturally hadn't expected things to escalate to this point, leaving them caught off guard.
"Patriarch, what do we do now?"
An elder spoke, "If this brat is still alive, it's a blatant slap in the face to our Huo family. We must make him pay a price to restore the Huo family's honor!"
"Don't I know that?" the Huo family head said coldly, "However, things have reached this stage, and even Elder Wuming has been involved. Do you want me to defy Elder Wuming's wishes?"
"Patriarch, Elder Wuming only said not to act within Liuli City, but he didn't say we couldn't act outside of Liuli City!" an elder stated, "More importantly, I've received confirmed news that Elder Xuanyue of the Heavenly Water Pavilion died by his hand. If the Heavenly Water Pavilion learns of this, they will never let him off easily!"
"You mean to use others to kill him?"
The Huo family head was slightly stunned, his gaze sharpening. This was indeed a good idea. If the Heavenly Water Pavilion could deal with Lu Fan, he wouldn't have to act personally, nor would he defy Elder Wuming's wishes. This way, he could gain both fame and fortune while eliminating Lu Fan.
"Precisely!"
The elder bowed slightly, a smile appearing on his face. In this manner, they could have the Heavenly Water Pavilion deal with Lu Fan without lifting a finger.