"Not at all!" Lu Fan smiled faintly, "It is my great honor that Prince Beicheng has come!"
"You're becoming quite eloquent!" Prince Beicheng smiled, glancing at the old divine doctor. "This elder appears to have an ethereal presence, seeming to be no ordinary person!"
"Prince Beicheng is too kind!"
The old divine doctor cupped his fists. He had heard of this Prince Beicheng.
"This is the Valley Master of Medicine Immortal Valley!" Lu Fan said, "His medical skills are quite exquisite, so I invited him to my residence to help me with some ailments!"
"So it is the Valley Master of Medicine Immortal Valley!" Prince Beicheng quickly cupped his fists. "I have long heard that the Valley Master of Medicine Immortal Valley is a grand celestial being, and that no patient is beyond cure when in your hands!"
"You flatter me, Your Highness!" the Valley Master of Medicine Immortal Valley cupped his fists. "If there is nothing else, I shall take my leave. This will allow you two to catch up."
After the Valley Master of Medicine Immortal Valley departed, Lu Fan turned to Beicheng. "If I'm not mistaken, something must have happened. Under normal circumstances, you wouldn't be visiting the northwest."
"You are indeed perceptive!" Prince Beicheng smiled. "I am here under orders to suppress bandits. In the barren regions of the northwest, there is a faction called the Dragon Eradication Hall!"
"Dragon Eradication Hall?" Lu Fan was slightly surprised. "If that's the case, it should be sufficient to hand it over to me. Why would the capital personally send someone?"
"You may not know this, but the Dragon Eradication Hall has grown to a significant force, one that ordinary factions cannot contend with. You have only recently become the King of the Northwest, and my father feared that your foundation might be unstable, which is why he sent me personally!" Prince Beicheng stated frankly. "This time, I have brought 8,000 Black Armored Guards! We will surely annihilate the Dragon Eradication Hall completely!"
"In that case, I shall accompany Your Highness!"
Lu Fan cupped his fists, his expression calm. To him, the Dragon Eradication Hall was not worth mentioning.
"You are the Northwest King appointed by my father, and it is sufficient for you to be stationed in the northwest. There is no need for you to venture into those barren lands," Prince Beicheng waved his hand. "I will go alone. Moreover, with 8,000 Black Armored Guards, they cannot harm me." Su Dan Novel Network
"Are you sure you can handle it?" Lu Fan frowned slightly.
"Rest assured. After I have eradicated the Dragon Eradication Hall, I will come to your Northwest King's residence for a drink. That should be fine, shouldn't it?" Prince Beicheng smiled.
"You can rest assured. When you return, I will certainly host a feast for you!" Lu Fan nodded solemnly, his words earnest.
Prince Beicheng was quite pleased with these words. In truth, he had no specific business here; he merely came to greet Lu Fan. As for the matter of the Dragon Eradication Hall, he hadn't taken it to heart.
After Prince Beicheng departed, Lu Fan turned to Liu Ruyan. "Why don't you follow him secretly? I have a feeling this matter is not as simple as it seems."
"With 8,000 Black Armored Guards, are you worried something might happen to him?" Liu Ruyan rolled her eyes.
"No, I just feel that something bad is going to happen." Lu Fan frowned, a strong premonition gripping him, yet he couldn't openly stop it.
"If that's the case, I'll make a trip," Liu Ruyan said helplessly. "However, with my strength, if I encounter a formidable enemy, I may not be able to offer much assistance."
"You follow along, and if there are any sudden developments, report back to me," Lu Fan stated directly.
Liu Ruyan nodded slightly, not saying anything further, and turned to leave.
Meanwhile, inside the room, Steward Zhao was weeping uncontrollably. Upon learning that Lu Fan had offended the Divine Hall to save him, he felt immense sorrow.
Liu Ruyan followed discreetly, soon leaving the northwestern region and arriving at the barren lands. The place was desolate, with withered grass, giving off an eerie, uninhabited aura that sent a shiver down one's spine.
Prince Beicheng and his entourage flew through the air, their expressions calm, as if everything were within his control.
After a while, they arrived at the headquarters of the Dragon Eradication Hall, nestled within a mountain pass. Numerous figures were present, radiating an arrogant aura, appearing like savages, each with a ferocious expression.
"Dragon Eradication Hall members, surrender your weapons and yield immediately!"
Beicheng's voice was icy as he gazed at the disciples of the Dragon Eradication Hall, exuding an oppressive presence.
Concurrently, several figures emerged from the Dragon Eradication Hall. Upon seeing Prince Beicheng and the 8,000 Black Armored Guards, their brows furrowed slightly. They had not anticipated the imperial court sending such a massive force.
"I am a prince of the Heavenly Court. If you surrender now, you might still have a chance of survival!"
His eyes held a coldness as Beicheng looked at the members of the Dragon Eradication Hall.
"Young prince, this is not the capital. Have you considered the consequences of your sudden arrival here?"
A faint smile touched the lips of an elder as he spoke coldly, his words carrying a significant implication.
"Although this is not the capital, it is the territory of the Heavenly Dynasty. You have quite the audacity to act so recklessly within the Heavenly Dynasty!" Prince Beicheng stated coldly. "Do you truly believe that the Heavenly Court will stand idly by!"
At these words, the members of the Dragon Eradication Hall burst into laughter, displaying utter disdain, as if Beicheng's pronouncements were utterly preposterous in their eyes.
"Black Armored Guards, obey my orders and kill everyone present!"
Beicheng's expression was indifferent as he commanded coldly, without any pretense.
Since it was something he intended to do, he would see it through. If the members of the Dragon Eradication Hall were so ignorant of the world, how could he easily let them off?
"All members, obey my orders and destroy this force! From now on, the prestige of our Dragon Eradication Hall will awe the Heavenly Court!"
The elders of the Dragon Eradication Hall declared, their demeanor imposing.
Beicheng stood aside, a smile playing on his lips. Although the Dragon Eradication Hall had many experts, they were no match for the 8,000 Black Armored Guards, for these guards were no ordinary individuals.
The battle instantly commenced, and everyone joined the fray, appearing exceptionally fierce.
Witnessing the scene unfolding before them, the few elders of the Dragon Eradication Hall ceased holding back and surged towards Beicheng, their auras overwhelming.
Sensing the terrifying intensity of the moment, Beicheng's brow furrowed slightly. These individuals suddenly attacking him suggested they had planned it all along, igniting his anger.
"First capture the king, then capture the leader. If we kill you, these 8,000 Black Armored Guards will likely not escape!"
With a cold sneer, the elders attacked without reservation, their intent chilling.
Under the relentless assault of the many elders, Beicheng did not panic. In fact, he seemed to have a surplus of energy. Before leaving the capital, he had acquired numerous treasures, and when infused with his spiritual energy, they proved incredibly potent.
Failing to subdue him after prolonged efforts, the elders' brows furrowed instantly. They had not expected Beicheng to be so formidable, especially considering the immense advantage provided by the magical artifacts he possessed.