As Dao Xuan and others departed, the members of the Tao family felt some relief. They knew that starting a war would bring disaster to the ancient Tao family, even bringing unwarranted calamity.
At the same time, the elders of the Tao family breathed a sigh of relief. They had been very worried just now, fearing that if anything went wrong, it would be impossible to turn the tide. Battles between sacred lands were also extremely terrifying.
"Young Master, after today's events, no matter what happens in the future, you must be cautious, or you will bring trouble upon yourself!"
An elder spoke, casting his gaze towards the young master of the Tao family. After all, the events of today were somewhat shocking and unsettling.
"Elders, please rest assured. I understand some matters!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly, but a flicker of light still moved in his eyes. He understood some things clearly, though he never paid attention to what happened today.
After all, in his heart, Lu Fan was his brother, and if anyone dared to lay a hand on Lu Fan, he would never agree.
Meanwhile, within the Assassin Dynasty, everyone was settled. Lu Fan had also taught them the "Guixi Zhi Shu" (Art of Returning to the West). As long as they cultivated diligently, the Assassin Dynasty's strength would surely improve.
In the cave within the barrier, Lu Fan looked at Jian Bei and said, "Old Helmsman, it's my fault that the Assassin Dynasty has reached this point!"
"You shouldn't blame yourself. This matter has nothing to do with you!"
Jian Bei shook his head and said, "The various sacred lands have long been dissatisfied with the Assassin Dynasty. Even without you, they wouldn't have let it go!"
"If that's the case, why didn't you contact headquarters?"
Lin Fan was somewhat suspicious and astonished. "I heard that headquarters is extremely powerful. If experts from headquarters were to act, why would we fear the various sacred lands!"
"Some things are not that simple!"
Jian Bei shook his head. "Actually, the headquarters of the Assassin Dynasty no longer exists. At least, no one knows if there is anyone left in headquarters."
"Headquarters no longer exists?"
Lu Fan froze, utterly incredulous. He clearly hadn't expected things to be more terrifying than he had imagined.
"If headquarters had experts, why would the Assassin Dynasty be in such a state!"
Jian Bei said with a wry smile, "The dynasty experienced changes back then, and many dynasty experts died unnatural deaths. If not for that, the Assassin Dynasty wouldn't be bullied by the sacred lands!"
"So, headquarters is just a facade?"
Lu Fan gave a wry smile. "If that's the case, won't the Assassin Dynasty be fraught with danger in the future!"
"This matter is of great importance, and no one else knows about it!"
Jian Bei said solemnly, "You are a helmsman of the dynasty, so I am informing you of this matter to prevent you from being confused."
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Lu Fan cupped his fists slightly. Jian Bei's willingness to tell him these things was enough to show the old helmsman's trust in him.
However, the absence of the Assassin Dynasty's headquarters was not good news for Lu Fan. If the sacred lands forcefully attacked the branches, it would put the branches in a desperate situation.
Meanwhile, in the outside world, the Xuan Guang Sacred Land and the Lin family were still searching for Lu Fan and his group, but there were no clues. It was as if Lu Fan and his group had vanished into thin air, making everyone even more suspicious.
Three years passed in the blink of an eye. The Xuan Guang Sacred Land and the Lin family searched for three full years but still couldn't find the branch.
During these three years, the members of the eighteen gates of Kyushu practiced the "Guixi Zhi Shu" to perfection. Their desire for revenge had penetrated their bones. As long as there was an opportunity, they would never give up the hope of revenge.
Within these three years, through continuous effort, Lu Fan finally reached the high-level Saint realm, his strength breaking through again. Now, even without a peerless divine weapon, he could come and go freely when facing a Saint King expert.
After these three years, the people of the Eastern Domain had forgotten the events of three years ago. The demise of the eighteen gates of Kyushu was like a mere passing, and once it ceased to exist, no one would remember it.
Within the barrier, Lu Fan slowly opened his eyes. Gui Ying's figure had already appeared before him. Seeing that Lu Fan had emerged from seclusion, he cupped his fists and said, "Helmsman, after an investigation, it has been confirmed that people from the Lin family and the Xuan Guang Sacred Land will participate in the Jade Pool Grand Gathering. If this is true, attacking them this time will surely catch them off guard!"
"Very good!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly. "Have Mudan lead people to set up traps. After they attend the Jade Pool Grand Gathering, we will catch them all in one fell swoop. This time, we will show no mercy!"
"Helmsman, rest assured. When they attend the Jade Pool Grand Gathering, they will not be carrying peerless divine weapons. At that time, as long as the Helmsman makes a move, they will be trapped like fish in a barrel!"
Gui Ying cupped his fists again, his eyes becoming somewhat sharp. The events of three years ago had thrown the entire Assassin Dynasty into panic and resulted in heavy losses, which was a great humiliation to them. Now, with the opportunity, they would not let it pass easily.
Lu Fan slowly stood up and moved to an open area. At this moment, Xu Fei and the others also stood up, looking at Lu Fan. "Helmsman, are we taking action?"
"In a short while, they will participate in the Jade Pool Grand Gathering. At that time, dealing with them will be as easy as pie!" Lu Fan said. "However, you must be careful. Although your strength has improved significantly after three years of cultivation, and you have reached the pinnacle of the 'Guixi Zhi Shu,' do not be careless."
"Helmsman, rest assured. We will not take this lightly. We have waited a long time for the vengeance of three years ago."
Xu Fei nodded solemnly, his eyes filled with cold light. He had truly looked forward to this day for three years. Now that the opportunity had finally arrived, he would not back down.
Lu Fan nodded slightly but didn't say much more. Things had reached this point, and it was somewhat different from what he had envisioned. However, with their current strength, dealing with some remnants was not something to be feared.
More importantly, they had learned the "Guixi Zhi Shu," and if they encountered any danger, they could leave in time.
"Helmsman, we want to go too!"
Old Master Han spoke, his heart filled with excitement. "Why are our names not on the list of people going? Are you looking down on us because we are old?"
"Several grandfathers, please remain and guard the Assassin Dynasty," Lu Fan said. "As for the fighting, leave it to us. I will avenge the hatred of the eighteen gates of Kyushu for all of you grandfathers."
"That won't do!" Old Man Chen shook his head. "We are the sect leaders of the eighteen gates of Kyushu. Even if we are to avenge them, it should be us who go!"