"I wish to enter the Myriad Scroll Pavilion to view documents. How may I gain entry?" Lu Fan asked, cupping his fists with an air of politeness.
"To enter the Myriad Scroll Pavilion, there is one strict requirement: you must reach the Saint realm!" the white-haired elder said with a smile. "Although your aura suggests you are close, you are still one step away, thus you cannot enter."
"The Myriad Scroll Pavilion collects numerous materials for people to observe. Why is there such a requirement?" Lu Fan frowned. "I wish to see your Pavilion Master!"
"I am the Pavilion Master of the Myriad Scroll Pavilion!" the white-haired elder smiled. "You may also call me the Myriad Scroll Elder!"
Lu Fan's expression changed. He hadn't expected the elder before him to be the creator of the Myriad Scroll Pavilion.
"The Myriad Scroll Pavilion and its rules will never make exceptions for anyone else!" the Myriad Scroll Elder said with a smile. "I suggest you simply return to where you came from."
"Is there truly no other way?" Lu Fan's gaze turned serious. "No matter the price, I am willing to pay."
"I have already stated that the Myriad Scroll Pavilion has its rules, and no one can break them!" the Myriad Scroll Elder smiled. "Young brother, please do not make things difficult for me!"
Lu Fan, however, frowned. "Although I have not reached the Saint realm, even a Saint might not be my match. Why should they be able to enter the Myriad Scroll Pavilion, and I cannot?"
The Myriad Scroll Elder was slightly taken aback and looked at Lu Fan again. "If what you say is true, can you defeat a Saint?"
"I am willing to try!" Lu Fan nodded, his expression growing more solemn.
"If that is the case, then attack me, and let me see if you truly possess such strength!" the Myriad Scroll Elder said with a faint smile.
"Forgive me!"
Lu Fan's internal spiritual energy surged, and he threw a punch towards the Myriad Scroll Elder without any reservation. This elder was clearly no ordinary individual, so how could Lu Fan hold back?
Boom...
A powerful collision echoed. Lu Fan's figure was forced back abruptly. The Myriad Scroll Elder's expression shifted slightly before he revealed a smile. "Unrivaled physique. Without even reaching the Saint realm, you possess such a formidable body that even this old man finds it difficult to withstand. Could you be that Ancient Divine Body from the Eastern Domain?"
Lu Fan was somewhat surprised. He had only made a casual move, yet his identity had been discerned. This elder was undoubtedly extraordinary.
"The Desolate Ancient Divine Body certainly qualifies to peruse the Myriad Scroll Pavilion!" the Myriad Scroll Elder stated directly. "You, lad, may enter!"
"Thank you, senior!"
Lu Fan's face instantly lit up with joy. He had thought he wouldn't be able to enter, but it turned out to be so simple.
At this very moment, within the Myriad Scroll Pavilion, there were many figures present. These were all Saints who frequented the pavilion when they had nothing else to do. After all, the Myriad Scroll Pavilion housed many important texts, and more importantly, one could find a wealth of related information within its walls, attracting the attention of many.
Lu Fan's entry also drew the notice of quite a few people. They had heard clearly that Lu Fan was an Ancient Divine Body. If that were true, he would surely become a major figure in the future, even if he had not yet risen.
"I truly didn't expect the renowned Desolate Ancient Divine Body to come to the Saint City!"
"Who would have thought? Though he appears quite ordinary, with no special qualities. I wonder if he will be able to dominate an area once he grows."
"As a Desolate Ancient Divine Body, he must be extraordinary. After all, the Desolate Ancient Divine Bodies of the ancient era were all extremely terrifying existences!"
Conversations continued, and everyone looked at Lu Fan with envy. This physique alone was enough to make Lu Fan a focal point, an object of favor for all the major holy lands. Countless people were envious.
"I think it's just empty fame. What Desolate Ancient Divine Body? It's just hearsay."
Just as everyone was conversing, a young man, surrounded by a throng of people, arrived at the Myriad Scroll Pavilion. He glanced at Lu Fan, completely disregarding him. Lu Fan seemed utterly insignificant in his eyes.
Everyone present quickly made way, not daring to speak freely. This young man was clearly of great standing, the young master of the Gao family, one of the three major families of the Saint City. Not only did he possess exceptional talent, but he also had powerful backing. No one dared to offend him in the Saint City without inviting trouble.
Lu Fan did not pay attention to the provocation from the person before him. His primary goal in coming to the Saint City was to find information about the Assassin Dynasty. This person before him was clearly not to be trifled with, and rashly provoking him might lead to trouble.
Seeing that Lu Fan ignored him, Gao Yunlong immediately sneered, "As I expected, you're just a useless person, yet you're called an Ancient Divine Body!"
Everyone's gaze turned to Lu Fan. To be treated with such disdain and yet remain silent, Lu Fan's composure made them look at him with some admiration.
Gao Yunlong, seeing Lu Fan's reaction, immediately sneered. He despised cowards like Lu Fan and didn't take him seriously at all.
Lu Fan continued to search for notes in the Myriad Scroll Pavilion, paying close attention. His purpose for coming here was to find information about the Assassin Dynasty, and now that he had some clues, he wouldn't give up easily.
"Kid, I've heard that the Ancient Divine Body is overwhelmingly powerful. How did it turn into someone like you?" Gao Yunlong said coldly. "Why don't you spar with me? Let me see the might of this Ancient Divine Body."
"Honestly, I am just an outsider, and I do not wish to offend anyone!" Lu Fan cupped his fists. "Therefore, I hope you will not make things difficult for me!"
"Make things difficult?" Gao Yunlong burst into laughter. "If it were anyone else, I wouldn't make things difficult. But you are different, you are no ordinary person!"
Lu Fan frowned. He could clearly sense that Gao Yunlong was deliberately looking for trouble with him.
"Today, no matter what, you must make a move!" Gao Yunlong said unceremoniously, a formidable force surging towards Lu Fan. As the young master of the Gao family, if he could gain the upper hand over the Ancient Divine Body, he would likely gain considerable fame throughout the Eastern Domain in the future. This was why he had chosen to confront Lu Fan. The Ancient Divine Body's reputation was too great; to trample it underfoot would surely make his name resonate throughout the Eastern Domain. Although the Gao family was one of the three major families of the Saint City, they were still somewhat inferior to the Desolate Ancient Families, which explained his intentions.
Facing the provocation, Lu Fan remained unfazed. "I do not wish to fight you. Why must you be so aggressive!"
"You talk too much, kid. If you don't make a move today, do you think you'll be able to leave alive?" Gao Yunlong sneered, a hint of threat in his tone.