Long Yi glanced at Lu Fan, her expression turning awkward. She had no idea about the spiritual connection method Lu Fan mentioned.
Ye Shisan was also bewildered. As the young master of the Ye clan, he had never heard of any spiritual connection method either, which was rather amusing.
"Do as I say, and don't ask any more questions!"
Lu Fan whispered to Long Yi, simultaneously instructing her to sit cross-legged with the Dragon Roar Sword placed before her.
Seeing Lu Fan and the others acting so mysteriously, Crab's brows furrowed even deeper.
Big Fish, however, looked solemn. "I want to see who is trying to frame me. We are all from Beihai Village, and to do such a despicable thing."
The Old Village Chief understood Lu Fan's intention and then addressed the people of Beihai Village, "If any of you are responsible, you had better step forward now, and I might show leniency. But if you are found out, I will show no mercy and will expel you from Beihai Village."
Seeing that no one stepped forward, the Old Village Chief was furious and said no more.
At this moment, the Dragon Roar Sword floated in front of Long Yi, appearing quite mystical.
Crab's face turned ashen. He stepped forward from the crowd and knelt before the Old Village Chief, "Old Village Chief, I was momentarily blinded by greed and did this. I am worse than a beast!"
"Crab, how could it be you?"
The Old Village Chief was incredulous. Big Fish stood to the side, equally stunned.
The people of Beihai Village also looked at the scene before them in surprise. They knew Crab's character very well. Moreover, during the search for the Dragon Roar Sword, Crab had deliberately concealed himself in Big Fish's room and done all these things to cover his tracks.
"Why? Why would you do this?"
The Old Village Chief's face was ashen. "You were the one I had the highest hopes for, why would you do this!"
"Within Beihai Village, Big Fish and I were the most outstanding. I was momentarily confused and wanted the Old Village Chief to expel Big Fish from Beihai Village. That way, I could become the Village Chief of Beihai Village in the future!"
Crab repeatedly slapped his own face, his expression growing more serious. In truth, he didn't want to do this, but for some reason, driven by inner demons, he still committed such an act.
"To become the Village Chief, you would disregard our years of friendship?"
Big Fish's face was ashen. He never expected things to turn out this way, nor did he expect Crab to do something like this.
"Old Village Chief, since he has stepped forward voluntarily, it shows he knows his mistakes!" Lu Fan said, "Why not give him a chance to repent!"
"Since young Lu said so, I cannot be too harsh."
The Old Village Chief nodded slightly and looked at Crab, "Having done such a thing, you have disgraced the ancestors of Beihai Village. From today onwards, you will enter the dry well and reflect for ten years. After ten years, you may return to Beihai Village!"
"Thank you, Village Chief!"
Crab nodded quickly, not daring to disobey in the slightest. He held the Old Village Chief in high regard.
After Crab left, Lu Fan looked at Long Yi, "The person has been found, it's about time!"
Long Yi gave an awkward smile and quickly got up to pick up the Dragon Roar Sword.
"What is this..." Big Fish was somewhat bewildered.
"The Dragon Roar Sword is spiritually connected, but it was merely a psychological tactic!"
The Old Village Chief explained, "However, you should thank them. If it weren't for them, you would likely have been expelled from Beihai Village."
Big Fish gave an awkward smile and scratched his head, feeling a bit embarrassed.
"May our paths cross again under the same sky!"
Lu Fan and his companions cupped their fists and smiled.
"May our paths cross again under the same sky!"
The people of Beihai Village also nodded in agreement. Lu Fan and his group's visit had become a beautiful tale within Beihai Village.
After leaving Beihai Village, Lu Fan and his group set off towards the area beyond the Beihai Peak. They had many more things to do and naturally would not linger.
"We really owe you today, otherwise, we wouldn't have been able to resolve it," Long Yi said with a smile. "But how did you know that Crab was the one who did it?"
"Actually, I didn't know. I just had you pretend!"
Lu Fan said with a wry smile, "Only by doing so could the culprit be revealed. But these are all internal affairs of Beihai Village. Obtaining the Dragon Roar Sword is enough."
Long Yi nodded slightly, a look of satisfaction on her face. With the Dragon Roar Sword in hand, her actual combat power had improved. In the future, when she encountered a Battle Emperor realm expert, she would not only be fearless but could even counter-kill them.
Thinking of this, Long Yi was filled with confidence.
"After returning to Dragon Capital this time, I plan to visit Canglong Academy!"
Lu Fan's expression was cold. "When the Dragon Dynasty was promoted last time, Canglong Academy interfered and almost succeeded. We must make them pay."
"Go to Canglong Academy?"
Long Yi was slightly surprised. "That is no ordinary place! The Dean's strength is terrifying, I'm afraid..."
"Have you forgotten? At Beihai Peak, even Hei Yu from the Ghost Hall was severely wounded by us!"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "The strength of the Canglong Dean should not be much higher than Battle Emperor seventh stage. Taking him down should not be a problem."
"That's right!"
Ye Shisan chimed in, "The strength of the Canglong Academy Dean is only slightly higher than mine. Dealing with him should not be difficult!"
"In that case, after returning to Dragon Capital, we will rest for a while and then head to Canglong Academy."
Lu Fan's expression was cold. Canglong Academy was directly related to the demise of the Lu family, and Lu Fan would not let them off easily.
As they were talking, a figure approached from not far away and in a flash, arrived before Lu Fan and his group.
"It's the Grand Elder!"
Lu Fan stepped forward and said, "Why are you here? Weren't you in Dragon Capital?"
"Yesterday, I saw the light flashing at Beihai Peak and feared something had happened to the State Lord, so I rushed here today!"
The Grand Elder said solemnly, "Now that I see the State Lord is unharmed, I can rest assured!"
"The Grand Elder is too kind!"
Lu Fan smiled. "The divine sword has been obtained, and there are many matters to attend to in the Dragon Dynasty. Grand Elder, please give it your full attention."
"State Lord, please rest assured, I will spare no effort and will not hesitate!" the Grand Elder replied earnestly.
Lu Fan said no more, and the group headed towards Dragon Capital.
When they arrived at Dragon Capital, they saw that the city was adorned with lanterns, looking festive and joyous.
"Since the establishment of the Dragon Dynasty, the people have become joyful, decorating the entire city with lanterns!"
The Grand Elder chuckled. "It can be said to be a time of great celebration!"
"That's good!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly. As long as the people from the ancient sects did not come to cause trouble, the common people could live in peace and contentment.
However, Lu Fan knew that the people of the ancient sects would never be content. Therefore, to stabilize the Dragon Dynasty completely, he had to become stronger, so strong that the people of the ancient sects would fear him.
Long Yi and the others also looked at the dragon lanterns, which looked quite festive. "Is it almost New Year?"