“If that’s the case, why did you still come to save me?”
Bei Xi said coldly, “So in your heart, you still think I’m useless?”
“Don’t get me wrong, I didn’t come to save you, but to take you as a hostage!”
The Black Lotus Envoy sneered, “In the near future, using you as a bargaining chip, it should be smoother for the Hell Dynasty to invade the Heavenly Dynasty!”
Facing these words, Bei Xi’s eyes instantly became sharp, filled with anger. He never expected things to turn out this way, making it difficult for him to bear.
All his schemes, all his plans, were merely a game. He was not even worth mentioning, let alone aiming for the throne, which was simply a pipe dream.
“You don’t need to be too sad. Perhaps this is your destiny!”
The Black Lotus Envoy smiled faintly, “It’s a pity that my young master still has a bit of brotherly affection, allowing me to spare your life. Otherwise, you might have become a sacrifice by now!”
“Brotherly affection?”
Bei Xi’s expression changed drastically, “What do you mean by that? I don’t understand!”
“It’s best if you don’t understand!” the Black Lotus Envoy sneered, “Understanding too much is not good for you. You just need to know that in the near future, the Hell Dynasty will invade the Heavens, and within the Heavens, there will also be a civil war, which is inevitable!”
“What exactly did you do!” Bei Xi’s face turned ashen, his heart filled with doubt. He was astonished by this matter.
The Black Lotus Envoy ignored him and directly left. In his eyes, Bei Xi was merely a burden. If not for some residual value, he wouldn’t have gone to such lengths.
In the past few days, Lu Fan had been recuperating. After his injuries healed, he returned to the Northwest King’s Mansion.
Steward Zhao, who was handling affairs, smiled upon seeing Lu Fan’s return, “Master, you’re finally back. Our Northwest region is thriving, and it will likely become the most developed administrative region in the entire Heavenly Dynasty before long!”
“Steward Zhao, do you know of the Hell Dynasty?”
Lu Fan spoke, “I want to pay it a visit!”
“Hell Dynasty?”
Steward Zhao was startled, “What’s wrong, Young Master? Why do you want to go to the Hell Dynasty? That is an extremely dangerous place, and the dark energy they absorb is different from the spiritual energy we absorb. If you go to the Hell Dynasty, you’ll be easily discovered, and your life might be in danger!”
“Prince Bei Xi has been captured. This is my responsibility, and I must go to the Hell Dynasty!” Lu Fan shook his head, his expression grave.
Steward Zhao stood stunned, not knowing what to say. He was naturally unaware of what had happened on the road.
“If you’re going to the Hell Dynasty, I’ll go with you!”
Liu Ruyan walked over, “But the Hell Dynasty is extremely dangerous. Why are you going there?”
“To find Prince Bei Xi and bring him back to the Northwest territory. This is my responsibility and my duty!” Lu Fan’s expression was solemn, “However, it seems it’s not that simple now!”
“Of course, it’s not easy to enter the Hell Dynasty!” Liu Ruyan said directly, “But then again, this matter is no trivial affair. Have you thought it through?”
“I must go!” Lu Fan’s expression was serious, “I failed the task given to me by the Heavenly Emperor. If anything happens to Prince Bei Xi, I will be responsible. More importantly, I fear the Hell Dynasty has ulterior motives!”
“Since that’s the case, I will accompany you!” Liu Ruyan nodded solemnly.
“I don’t think it’s necessary. You should stay here in the Northwest King’s Mansion. I’ll go alone!” Lu Fan shook his head.
“What, are you looking down on my strength and thinking I can’t help you?” Liu Ruyan was instantly displeased.
“Of course not!” Lu Fan quickly shook his head, “It’s just that this matter is a bit tricky, and it’s not a simple matter within the Hell Dynasty!”
“Then, suit yourself!” Liu Ruyan shrugged, but said nothing more.
After making preparations, Lu Fan set off alone, preparing to head to the Hell Dynasty. Su Dan Novel Network.
The Dark River, located on the border between the Hell Dynasty and the Heavenly Dynasty, has many villages along this border. These villages are mostly ancient villages, inhabited by many villagers.
Lu Fan arrived at the Dark River, looking around, and frowning.
“Young man, you’re an outsider, aren’t you! This place is not to be trifled with!”
An old man with white hair, leaning on a cane, approached Lu Fan, “This is the Dark River, the boundary between the Hell Dynasty and the Heavenly Dynasty, and it is extremely dangerous. Do not step into it carelessly!”
“I heard that one cannot fly over this Dark River. I don’t know if it’s true!” Lu Fan smiled.
“Not only can you not fly, but anything that passes through the Dark River will be sunk into the Dark River. This is the power of the Dark River. The two dynasties have been at peace for tens of thousands of years, with the Dark River as their boundary!” The old man stroked his beard, introducing it with great professionalism.
Lu Fan nodded slightly. He had heard these legends before, but hearing it from a local was another matter.
“Is there any way to cross this Dark River!” Lu Fan looked at the old man, his expression earnest.
“It’s a matter of nine deaths and one life to cross the Dark River. Besides, why do you need to go?” the old man asked suspiciously, “That is the territory of the Hell Dynasty, and it is extremely dangerous!”
“No choice, I have some special matters to attend to!” Lu Fan said with a wry smile, “So I must go!”
The elder was quite puzzled, but since Lu Fan had said so, it made him a little difficult.
“What, do you seniors know how to cross it?” Lu Fan asked again, this time appearing very serious.
“I know, but this matter is of great importance. If you insist on crossing, you will enter the territory of the Hell Dynasty, and then you might die a violent death!” the old man said gravely.
Lu Fan smiled slightly, “Senior, please rest assured, I have my own considerations!”
“Not far from the village, there is a Taoist temple called the Wude Taoist Temple!”
The old man said, “Go and ask there, perhaps you can find a way!”
“Wude Taoist Temple?” Lu Fan was slightly taken aback, but felt a bit surprised in his heart. The name made him more suspicious. Naturally, he hadn’t expected there to be such a Taoist temple.
Shortly after, Lu Fan bid farewell and headed directly towards the Wude Taoist Temple. The name was peculiar, and it made people feel somewhat confused.
At the same time, within the Wude Taoist Temple, sat a Taoist priest who looked shifty and not like a good person.