As night deepened and all was quiet, Lu Fan, like a phantom, moved towards the Volcanic Sect.
At the Volcanic Sect's mountain gate, two disciples stood guard, yet they remained unaware of Lu Fan's presence.
Watching Lu Fan's retreating back, Long Yi was filled with worry. Lu Fan knew nothing of the Volcanic Sect, and if he were discovered within, a fierce battle would surely ensue.
Upon arriving at the Volcanic Sect, Lu Fan searched meticulously but found no trace of the Volcanic Lotus, causing him to frown.
However, just then, a disciple approached, appearing drunk as if he had consumed a considerable amount of alcohol.
Lu Fan immediately subdued him and brought him to a secluded spot.
"Who are you? How dare you trespass into the Volcanic Sect!" The man, his drunkenness dispelled, questioned Lu Fan.
"Where is the Volcanic Lotus!"
Lu Fan's expression was cold: "If you cooperate, I will spare your life. Otherwise, it is death!"
The man was startled and intended to attack Lu Fan, but he sensed Lu Fan's powerful aura. If he were to attack rashly, he might perish at Lu Fan's hands.
"The Volcanic Lotus is the sect's treasure, kept within the Elder's Pavilion!"
The man exclaimed: "Please don't kill me, I've told you everything I know!"
"Elder's Pavilion?"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, knocked the man unconscious, and then proceeded towards the Elder's Pavilion. He had passed by the Elder's Pavilion upon entering the Volcanic Sect and naturally knew its location.
Not long after, Lu Fan arrived outside the Elder's Pavilion but did not enter directly. Within the Elder's Pavilion, there was a subtle aura. If Lu Fan guessed correctly, a master should be guarding it.
If it couldn't be dealt with immediately, it would undoubtedly cause many problems.
Inside the Elder's Pavilion, a white-haired elder sat cross-legged, appearing to possess an ethereal demeanor, his eyes closed.
Suddenly, a silver needle flew out from outside, hurtling towards the white-haired elder.
The white-haired elder's body trembled, and he abruptly opened his eyes, but it was too late. After being struck in an acupoint by the silver needle, he fell into a deep sleep.
Lu Fan's lips curved upwards, and he then stepped into the Elder's Pavilion. Gazing at the elder sitting cross-legged, Lu Fan felt relieved.
After searching for a long time within the Elder's Pavilion, Lu Fan found a secret passage. Upon entering the passage, he indeed discovered a fiery red lotus in its center!
"This is the Volcanic Lotus?"
Lu Fan muttered, his eyes filled with joy. He hadn't expected to obtain it so easily.
But the moment he picked up the Volcanic Lotus, an alarm sounded throughout the Volcanic Sect. Everyone turned their gaze towards the Elder's Pavilion, naturally understanding what had happened.
"Someone has stolen the Volcanic Lotus!"
Numerous disciples of the Volcanic Sect shouted, rushing towards the Elder's Pavilion. Other elders also hurried over, unaware of what had occurred.
The Elder's Pavilion had always been guarded by elders and had never experienced any mishaps. Now that an alarm had sounded, it must mean someone had broken into the Elder's Pavilion and intended to seize the Volcanic Lotus.
At that very instant, the Elder's Pavilion was surrounded. Many elders arrived outside the Elder's Pavilion, their expressions grave. In all these years, the Volcanic Sect had never had an incident, and today, someone dared to steal the Volcanic Lotus, filling them with great anger.
"It is rumored today that the Snow Mountain Sect's Snow Mountain Lotus was stolen, and now the Volcanic Lotus is being coveted. It must be the same person!" one elder stated.
"Indeed. It must be the same person who dares to be so brazen. Our Volcanic Sect is no weaker than the Snow Mountain Sect. Those who dare to come and seize the Volcanic Lotus will surely never return!"
The elders' expressions were icy. The Volcanic Lotus was the object of faith for their Volcanic Sect, and how could it be taken by others? They could not accept this.
Lu Fan also sensed that something was amiss, feeling the powerful aura outside the Elder's Pavilion, and could only offer a wry smile. He hadn't expected so many experts to gather outside the Elder's Pavilion all at once.
He had originally planned to leave quickly after obtaining the Volcanic Lotus, but now it seemed a battle was inevitable.
"You can only listen from inside. Hand over the Volcanic Lotus, kneel, and get out!"
An elder said coldly, while other elders watched. Although they were elders of the Volcanic Sect, they dared not barge in easily. Lu Fan had entered and exited the Snow Mountain Sect three times, suggesting he had a significant background and immense strength.
To be cautious, they did not want to fall into Lu Fan's trap.
Lu Fan slowly rose and walked to the outside of the Elder's Pavilion. Facing the hundred or so people, he quickly clasped his hands and said, "Saving a life is better than building a seven-story pagoda. I have no other intention in coming here today but to seize this Volcanic Lotus to save my beloved!"
"What a joke! The Volcanic Lotus is the treasure of our Volcanic Sect, how can you defile it!"
Several elders said coldly: "If you are wise, hand over the Volcanic Lotus and beg for mercy on your knees, and perhaps you might have a sliver of a chance!"
Following these words, the people of the Volcanic Sect were extremely forceful. Someone had trespassed into their sect and wanted to forcibly take away the Volcanic Lotus, and they would not easily agree.
"Lives are at stake, I must!"
Lu Fan waved his hand: "A battle is inevitable today, everyone, please make your move!"
"What arrogant小子!"
Several elders were instantly enraged. As elders of the Volcanic Sect, when had they ever suffered such humiliation? Their eyes glinted with coldness; this was a great disgrace to them.
At that very moment, two elders stepped forward, rushing towards Lu Fan, intending to capture him directly.
The Volcanic Lotus was the treasure of their Volcanic Sect, and as elders of the Volcanic Sect, how could they allow such a thing to happen.
Lu Fan was not polite and immediately unleashed his full strength. He knew very well that if he couldn't take the Volcanic Lotus out, Lin Ke would lose her life. Even if he became a sinner in the world, Lu Fan did not want Lin Ke to be harmed. Su Dan Novel Network.
Boom...
The two elders collided with Lu Fan, but their arms felt numb, and they quickly retreated, blood seeping from their mouths, their faces extremely pale.
The other elders were also somewhat moved. They never expected Lu Fan to possess such strength. In just a moment, he had severely injured two elders. If this was truly the case, he was not to be underestimated.
"I do not wish to be your enemy; I only want to save my beloved!"
Lu Fan stated: "My actions here today were out of necessity!"
The elders paid no mind, their palms imbued with internal energy, rushing towards Lu Fan, carrying gusts of wind wherever they passed.
As elders of the Volcanic Sect, how could they allow such a thing to happen.
Sensing the numerous figures, Lu Fan did not hesitate and immediately fought with broad, sweeping movements. A powerful surge of energy met him head-on, rushing towards the many elders, making even the air feel oppressive.
Boom...
With a loud roar, the figures of many elders were sent flying backward, their faces extremely pale. These elders were no match for Lu Fan.