"This matter is of great importance, and the Tao family alone cannot bear it!" Lu Fan shook his head. "Listen to me, I will take charge of this matter!"
"You don't need to say any more, my decision will never be wrong!"
Tao Maocheng shook his head and said, "Besides, I will not stand by and watch you die. If they want to kill you, I will make them pay the price."
Lu Fan was a little touched. With Tao Maocheng's words, this sworn brotherhood was not in vain. However, he knew very well that neither the Lin family nor the Holy Land would let him go easily. If Tao Maocheng wanted to protect him, he would inevitably clash with the two major forces.
"The young master has already mobilized many experts from the Tao family to save you. If they dare to make any rash moves today, they will all perish here!"
The white-haired old man from the Tao family smiled, his words carrying a significant meaning as he looked towards the Lin family members.
Following these words, the Lin family members frowned. If the Tao family was truly prepared, it would not be so easy to deal with them today.
Thinking of this, the Lin family members' expressions instantly changed. The Lin family's grand-uncle also hesitated, unsure whether to forcefully intervene. This matter was no trivial affair, and any slight misstep could lead to further complications.
"Lin family's grand-uncle, this matter is of great importance. If he escapes today, he will surely seek revenge on us in the future," Dao Xuan said. "Therefore, this brat must die today, and no one can take him away!"
The Lin family's grand-uncle also nodded slightly. As Dao Xuan said, if Lu Fan were truly allowed to leave, what would become of their dignity? In the future, Lu Fan would retaliate, wouldn't that be like lifting a rock only to drop it on their own feet?
"Are the people of the Tao family present!" Tao Maocheng's expression was icy.
"Please instruct us, young master, we are all here!"
Many experts from the Tao family cupped their fists, a dense mass filling the sky. "When the two peerless divine weapons are activated, you will eliminate all other experts from the Lin family and the Xuan Guang Holy Land. This is also my destiny!"
"We obey the young master's orders!" The Tao family members cupped their fists, exuding an aura, even a killing intent.
Seeing this, Tao Maocheng's face instantly lit up. This was the momentum he wanted. As long as he could suppress the situation, he didn't believe these two major forces would dare to act rashly.
At the same time, the Lin family's grand-uncle frowned. They could feel the Tao family's firm stance. If a fight were to break out, it would inevitably result in mutual destruction, which would certainly not be a good thing for the entire Lin family.
What worried him most was that the legendary ancient Tao family still had a Divine King who had not yet perished. If that were true, it would be a huge blow to them. What kind of existence was a Divine King? They were world-destroying powerhouses. If the ancient Tao family truly had a Divine King, even their ancient Lin family would have to show some deference.
Dao Xuan frowned. He had not expected the young master of the Tao family to be so assertive, completely disregarding everything else.
Lu Tiannan came before Dao Xuan. "Grand Elder, we cannot be too aggressive in today's matter, otherwise it will be counterproductive and unfavorable to the Xuan Guang Holy Land!"
"Are you suggesting we let them go?" Dao Xuan's expression was indifferent, filled with displeasure. However, he knew very well that this matter was no trivial affair, and if they acted forcefully, they might not reap any good results.
"Your subordinate does not mean that, but the situation is critical now. If we truly become enemies with the ancient Tao family, it will be unfavorable to the Xuan Guan Holy Land!" Lu Tiannan said frankly. "This matter is of great importance. I hope the Grand Elder will reconsider."
"Do I need you to teach me?"
Dao Xuan's expression was cold, filled with displeasure. He was, after all, a Grand Elder, and how could he tolerate Lu Tiannan's instruction?
"Your subordinate dares not!"
Lu Tiannan quickly shook his head, a look of panic in his eyes. He had not expected the Grand Elder to speak in such a manner.
"You dare not, that's for the best!" Dao Xuan said coldly. However, he was naturally somewhat wary of the deterrent power of the ancient Tao family, as this was no laughing matter. Once various forces developed, it would cause endless trouble.
"Young master of the Tao family, remember what you said today!"
The Lin family's grand-uncle said coldly. "If the ancient Tao family insists on interfering in this matter today, we will never let it go. Today, with so many experts from your Tao family present, we can refrain from acting, but we will make you pay the price in the future!"
Facing these words, Tao Maocheng remained indifferent, not taking them too seriously, especially these threats, which meant nothing to him.
Seeing that the Lin family had backed down, Dao Xuan had nothing more to say. He knew very well that this was the only way things could be. If he wanted to find trouble with the Tao family, he could only do so in the future.
Seeing that they were not obstructing, Tao Maocheng said no more. He controlled the Tongtian Mirror, protecting Lu Fan's figure, clearly fearing a sneak attack. Lu Fan's expression was unstable, and he was clearly concerned about the death of Old Ancestor Shen. If someone were to sneak attack him at this moment, it would be a fatal blow to Lu Fan.
At the same time, many people turned their gaze towards the young master of the Tao family, their eyes filled with emotion. The young master of the Tao family, as a leader among the younger generation in the Eastern Region, had indeed not disappointed them. Even in the face of a Saint King, he possessed an imposing aura that was truly shocking.
Meanwhile, Tao Maocheng also looked around, naturally paying close attention to what had happened today.
Not far away, many old men from the eighteen sects of the Nine Provinces saw the scene before them and finally felt relieved. However, the death of the Shen family's old ancestor filled their hearts with even more resentment.
"Old Ancestor must not die just like this!"
Old Man Zhao said, "We old men cannot live much longer anyway. Why not give them a grand gift and let them know that we, the eighteen sects of the Nine Provinces, are not to be trifled with!"
Following these words, the other elders nodded in agreement, paying more attention to this matter. After all, in their opinion, they bore great responsibility for the demise of the Shen family's old ancestor.
"It's not time yet!" Old Master Han shook his head. "Lu Fan still needs us. Although he has been taken away by the people of the Tao family, he will need our support in the future. We cannot let him down."
The other elders looked at each other, their expressions somewhat dazed, as if everything that had happened today had touched them.
Bai Hua Xianzi stood aside, her heart filled with joy. She had been quite worried, but now she smiled. At least Lu Fan was safe, and she didn't have to worry so much. This was a great thing for her.