After the discussion, Young Master Tao, along with many of the Tao family's experts, approached Han Xiaoxiao.
Seeing this, Han Xiaoxiao quickly stepped forward and asked, "How did it go?"
"We're going to the Kyushu Eighteen Sects right now!"
Young Master Tao stated, "But there's one thing you must remember: do not reveal his identity, and certainly do not let the people of the Kyushu Eighteen Sects know that he is the Ancient Divine Body. Otherwise, rescuing him won't be so easy."
"Are even you, Young Master Tao, afraid of the Kyushu Eighteen Sects?"
Han Xiaoxiao looked surprised and somewhat incredulous. If that were the case, it was truly baffling.
The Tao family, as an ancient aristocratic family, held an unquestionable position throughout the Eastern Domain. If even the Tao family harbored reservations, one could only imagine the magnitude of the Kyushu Eighteen Sects' background.
Young Master Tao did not offer further explanation, but he dared not be too careless regarding the Kyushu Eighteen Sects. Although the ancient aristocratic families were the most powerful clans in the Eastern Domain, and few forces dared to oppose them, the Tao family was not the only ancient aristocratic family in the entire Eastern Domain.
Meanwhile, the Kyushu Eighteen Sects appeared to be bustling with activity. Festive "xi" characters were posted everywhere, clearly indicating that a grand wedding was about to take place.
Lu Fan felt quite helpless. Within the Kyushu Eighteen Sects, he had no other choice. Although Chen Xian'er was attractive, he had no desire to become the son-in-law of the Kyushu Eighteen Sects. If he did, he would undoubtedly be hunted down wherever he went in the Eastern Domain.
The Kyushu Eighteen Sects were no pushovers, and their reputation in the Eastern Domain was not good. If he became their son-in-law, he would likely be reviled wherever he went.
"What's wrong with you, kid? Why are you sitting here spacing out?"
Just then, Xu Fei walked in from outside, holding a bird in his hand, looking quite casual.
"How did you get here?"
Lu Fan glanced at him. Xu Fei had been visiting him frequently these past few days, and they had become quite familiar.
"Of course, I want to take you out for some fun. The wedding is coming up soon, so I thought I'd help you relax!"
Xu Fei chuckled, "After all, you'll soon be one of the Kyushu Eighteen Sects, and we'll be brothers then."
"Take me out for fun?"
Lu Fan blinked, "You mean, take me away from the Kyushu Eighteen Sects?"
"That's right. It's so boring here in the Kyushu Eighteen Sects, and I have no one to hang out with. Why don't you accompany me!" Xu Fei said with a smile.
"Aren't you afraid I won't come back after I leave?" Lu Fan smiled, "You know I'm not happy about this wedding."
"Anyone who is to marry a daughter of the Kyushu Eighteen Sects will be brought back, no matter how far they flee. So, you wouldn't be that foolish, would you?"
Xu Fei shrugged.
"That's not necessarily true!" Lu Fan shrugged. "Do you have a way to restore my spiritual energy?"
"I see your aura has been suppressed for a long time. You'll likely break through to the Saint realm soon!" Xu Fei said frankly. "If your spiritual energy is restored, I might not be able to control you!"
"What do you mean by that?" Lu Fan rolled his eyes. "Since you're taking me out, shouldn't you be more sincere!"
"If that's how you feel, then forget it!" Xu Fei shrugged. "I genuinely consider you a friend. But seeing you like this, preparing to run away, I can't take responsibility for that. If Grandpa Chen gets angry, I'll be in trouble."
"It seems your friendship isn't that great either!"
Lu Fan rolled his eyes. "I've been confined in the Kyushu Eighteen Sects for some time now, and it truly is quite boring."
"Don't worry about that. Once your marriage to Xian'er is complete, your spiritual power will naturally be restored," Xu Fei said with a smile. "And then you'll have to go out with me to capture slaves!"
"The Kyushu Eighteen Sects' practices are somewhat repulsive to me," Lu Fan stated frankly. "They are all cultivators from the cultivation world. Isn't it too cruel to capture them and make them mine spiritual ore?"
"Cruel?"
Xu Fei smiled faintly. "These people have some connection to the Holy Land. Back then, the Holy Land, in its attempt to deal with the Kyushu Eighteen Sects, rallied many cultivators. Although they ultimately failed, the Kyushu Eighteen Sects suffered heavy casualties. So, all of this is the price they should pay."
Lu Fan did not argue. In the cultivation world, there was no right or wrong, only the distinction between the strong and the weak.
As they were talking, Tu Wenhai suddenly arrived in the courtyard, accompanied by several young men, all disciples of the Kyushu Eighteen Sects.
"Well, what wind blows you here?" Xu Fei said with a smile.
"This matter has nothing to do with you!" Tu Wenhai said coldly. "I'm here for him!"
"What do you want with me?" Lu Fan asked.
"Chen Xian'er is the woman I desire. Now that you are marrying her, I will never agree!" Tu Wenhai stated coldly.
"If you like her, then marry her yourself!" Lu Fan shrugged. "It will save me the trouble!"
"What do you mean by that?" Tu Wenhai said coldly. "How dare you insult Xian'er!"
"Tu Wenhai, you can't say that. How did he insult her?" Xu Fei interjected. "If you're truly unhappy about this, you can go find Grandpa Chen. Coming here to throw a tantrum at Lu Fan is rather unfair, isn't it?"
"I already said, this matter has nothing to do with you!" Tu Wenhai said coldly.
"He is my brother, so this matter naturally concerns me!" Xu Fei said coldly. "We are all people of the Kyushu Eighteen Sects. Stop putting on airs in front of me."
"Xu Fei, you're speaking to me like this for an outsider?" Tu Wenhai frowned, his dissatisfaction growing.
"I already told you, he is my brother, so I won't allow anyone to harm him!" Xu Fei stated directly. "And that includes you, Tu Wenhai!"
"For a slave, you're going to break ties with me?" Tu Wenhai said aggressively, his gaze fixed on Xu Fei.
"He has no spiritual power, and you're bullying him like this. I can't stand it!" Xu Fei said coldly. "Believe it or not, I'll inform Grandpa Han about this right now and let him decide!"
"Don't try to threaten me with Grandpa Han!" Tu Wenhai said coldly, his gaze shifting to Lu Fan. "I want to challenge you. If you can defeat me, I will agree to your marriage with Chen Xian'er."
"What if I refuse?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes.
"If you refuse, then there is only death!" Tu Wenhai said coldly. "Even if I kill you, Grandpa Han can't do anything to me. This is, after all, the territory of the Kyushu Eighteen Sects."
"Well said, very well said!" A laugh echoed, and Old Man Han emerged. "Since ancient times, beauty belongs to the capable. If you truly wish to challenge, I, Old Man Han, will not object!"
"Grandpa Han!" Tu Wenhai cupped his fists, not daring to show any disrespect.