“You are the Holy Son of my Xuanguang Holy Land; how can you venture out so casually!” the Holy Master of Xuanguang said directly.
“Precisely because I am the Holy Son of Xuanguang, this matter should be handled by me!”
Xuangguang Holy Son stated directly, “After all, as the Holy Son, I must lead by example!”
“While that may be so, I fear you are no match for him!”
The Holy Master of Xuanguang shook his head, his expression growing more somber. He understood the gravity of this matter; any misstep could lead to endless trouble.
“As the Holy Son of Xuanguang, my own strength is by no means weak,” the Xuanguang Holy Son said directly. “Holy Master, why do you not trust me?”
“Things are not as simple as they seem!”
The Holy Master of Xuanguang shook his head. “As the Holy Son of Xuanguang Holy Land, should anything happen to you, it would bring shame upon Xuanguang Holy Land!”
“Since the Holy Master is not at ease with the Holy Son going alone, allow me to accompany the Holy Son myself!”
As they were conversing, a cold voice sounded, and the white-haired elder strode forward, appearing to possess an immortal demeanor. Wherever he passed, there was a movement without wind.
“Grand Elder Dao Xuan!”
The Holy Master of Xuanguang was slightly surprised, not expecting Grand Elder Dao Xuan to personally emerge. It seemed someone had tipped him off, otherwise, why would Grand Elder Dao Xuan appear?
“With the Grand Elder’s backing, this matter is bound to be foolproof!”
The Xuanguang Holy Son smiled. “Actually, I also wish to see who is more formidable: Haotian of the Assassin Dynasty, or the Holy Son of my Xuanguang Holy Land!”
“Since that is the case, we will trouble Grand Elder Dao Xuan!”
A look of joy flashed in his eyes. The Holy Master quickly cupped his fists. Even as the Holy Master, he dared not show any disrespect to the Grand Elder, for the Grand Elder was a Saint King realm expert, on the same level as himself.
Upon receiving the Holy Master’s agreement, the Grand Elder did not hesitate. He took the Xuanguang Holy Son and set off towards Huacheng. Lu Tiannan also followed closely, bringing along numerous experts for deterrence.
Lu Fan, being so audacious to remain alone in Huacheng, clearly did not take Xuanguang Holy Land seriously. Now that the Grand Elder had personally intervened, Lu Fan would surely learn the meaning of consequences.
The killing of four elders of Xuanguang Holy Land was an extreme provocation, and they would not tolerate such an event.
For a time, across the Eastern Region, many people began to converge towards Huacheng. With the Grand Elder of Xuanguang Holy Land mobilizing, preparing to strike against Lu Fan – a Saint King realm expert – their actions would surely cause immense upheaval.
Meanwhile, Lu Fan was enjoying wine in the Hundred Flower Pavilion, appearing carefree, as if all of this was insignificant in his eyes.
If his guess was correct, Ghost Shadow and Peony had already arrived at Lion Peak, and Jian Bei would surely be informed of this. As Jian Bei’s personal disciple, Jian Bei would not stand idly by. At that point, it might even cause a considerable stir.
“You truly have a leisurely disposition; you’re still here at this critical juncture!” Baihe shot him a glance. “I’ve seen people unafraid of death, but never anyone as recklessly courting it as you!”
“They may not necessarily be able to kill me!”
Lu Fan shrugged slightly, his gaze growing more serious, as if everything he said was true.
Baihe paid him no mind. Lu Fan’s words were beyond her comprehension.
At the same time, Fairy Hundred Flowers approached Lu Fan. “I’ve just received definite news that Xuanguang Holy Land has dispatched a Grand Elder, a Saint King realm expert. If they truly come to Huacheng, you might not have a chance to escape!”
“Thank you for your concern!”
Lu Fan nodded slightly. “But rest assured, I will be fine. Moreover, since I dared to stay, I naturally have trump cards. What does it matter even if they are Saint King realm experts!”
Fairy Hundred Flowers felt a surge of helplessness. She knew Lu Fan was unyielding and wouldn’t listen to anyone. She simply didn’t want Lu Fan to perish like this, which was difficult for her to bear.
Meanwhile, across various parts of the Eastern Region, many from the younger generation were heading towards Huacheng, their eyes filled with anticipation. Haotian of the Assassin Dynasty’s killing of four elders of Xuanguang Holy Land had shocked the entire Eastern Region, drawing considerable attention.
Even from the Eighteen Sects of the Nine Provinces, many young disciples were coming to witness, eager to see who this expert was who could kill four elders of Xuanguang Holy Land. Among the younger generation, very few could achieve this. Even Holy Sons of the Holy Lands should not be so powerful.
In the sky above, Sister Zhao and Xu Fei were traveling at extreme speed towards Huacheng. They had learned of the news that Xuanguang Holy Land and the Assassin Dynasty would have a confrontation in Huacheng. An assassin from the Assassin Dynasty had killed four elders of Xuanguang Holy Land, which had deeply impressed them.
“I truly didn’t expect there to be such a powerful existence among the younger generation!” Xu Fei exclaimed. “If we were to encounter Haotian, would we still have a chance to survive?”
“The elders of Xuanguang Holy Land are all High-level Saints. He could so easily kill High-level Saints; in his eyes, we are nothing more than ants!”
Sister Zhao shook her head. “Therefore, when we go to Huacheng this time, we must not be too conspicuous. We must conceal our presence to avoid inviting trouble.”
At this moment, Huacheng was already overcrowded. Many people were preparing to witness this great battle. Haotian of the Assassin Dynasty dared to linger alone within Huacheng, surely having made preparations beforehand. It was likely that the two major factions would engage in a significant conflict.
Within Lion Peak, after Peony and Ghost Shadow explained the situation, Jian Bei’s expression immediately turned somewhat grim. “How dare they! How absolutely dare they! They dare to lay hands on my personal disciple? Are they tired of living!”
“Master, now is not the time to be discussing this!”
Ghost Shadow quickly said, “Junior Brother Haotian is still trapped in Huacheng. If he cannot be rescued promptly, he may die tragically. At that time, you will lose another beloved disciple!”
Jian Bei’s body trembled. He absolutely would not allow such a thing to happen. Those who became his personal disciples were no ordinary individuals, and how could he tolerate the Holy Land attempting to kill them.
“Issue an order! Gather all assassins from Lion Peak and proceed to Huacheng!”
With a look of ice in his eyes, Jian Bei radiated immense killing intent. If anyone dared to touch Lu Fan, he would not rest until justice was served. He would see this matter through to the end.
At this very moment, Ghost Shadow also immediately relayed the order, his heart filled with urgency. He was deeply worried about Lu Fan, who was alone in Huacheng, facing the provocations of numerous experts from Xuanguang Holy Land, likely in great danger.
Instantly, throughout the Assassin Dynasty, countless assassins surged forth, all gathering in the plaza of Lion Peak. Each of them exuded a powerful killing aura, appearing imposing even in their stillness.