Facing the Gu family members, Lu Fan's expression was indifferent. With a mere raise of his hand, he dealt with all of them.
Instantly, cries of astonishment erupted outside the imperial city. The crowd clearly hadn't expected Lu Fan to be so formidable, showing no intention of retreating whatsoever.
Shen Zhanguo frowned. The Gu family were his supporters, and now they had met their demise. The second master of the Gu family had also died. How could he accept this?
"The mission is complete, let's go!"
Lu Fan said, "Such a huge commotion, the Gu family's Saint must have already known!"
Bi Qing and the others exchanged glances, then nodded slightly. Their figures transformed into streaks of light and fled towards the Triangle Domain.
As long as they returned to Tongtian Academy, even the Gu family's Saint could not touch them. However, if they did not reach the academy, they would naturally be in some danger.
The moment they left, an extremely powerful aura surged outside the imperial city. A middle-aged man arrived in the air. Gazing at the blood-soaked ground, he couldn't help but frown.
"Patriarch Gu!"
Shen Zhanguo cupped his fists slightly. Although he was the eldest prince of the Taiyan Dynasty, in the presence of a Saint, he dared not be disrespectful.
"My Gu family is loyal to the Taiyan Dynasty. Why have we met such a fate!"
Patriarch Gu looked at Shen Zhanguo. "According to my knowledge, it seems the Shen family princess was also involved!"
"My little sister has low cultivation. How could she pose a threat to the Gu family!"
Shen Zhanguo said repeatedly, "All of this was done by others from Tongtian Academy!"
"Since that is the case, then control your little sister!"
Patriarch Gu said coldly, "Those few who dared to attack the Gu family, none of them will be able to escape the Tianyan Dynasty!"
As soon as the words fell, Patriarch Gu stomped his foot fiercely, disappearing from his original spot in an instant, turning into an afterimage.
"Not good!"
Shen Zhanguo's brow furrowed. He turned and strode towards the imperial city. He knew very well that the Gu family's Saint intended to act personally.
Shen Yehong was still inside. If she were injured, she would surely lose her life. By then, the Gu family and the royal family would likely be in an irreconcilable conflict.
Shenji City was located at the southern end of Shenji Mountain, and it was also a subordinate city of Shenji Mountain.
As soon as Lu Fan and the others arrived at the city, Liuli led them to a luxurious tavern.
The reason they came here was to evade the pursuit of the Gu family's Saint.
The Gu family's Saint had already been dispatched and had even locked onto their aura.
However, Shenji City could conceal their aura, allowing them to evade pursuit.
Upon entering the tavern, Liuli ordered a table full of dishes and said with a smile, "Since you've come to Shenji City, I must play the host!"
"The Gu family's Saint has been dispatched. We are in mortal danger at any moment!"
Shen Yehong frowned and said, "How can we be careless at a time like this!"
"Don't worry, this is Shenji City. It can conceal heavenly secrets!"
Liuli waved her hand. "So you don't need to worry!"
With these words, Shen Yehong didn't say much more, but she was somewhat worried in her heart. After all, once a Saint took action, it would lead to a river of blood.
"This is at the foot of Shenji Mountain. Even with the Gu family's Saint, you don't need to worry too much!"
Lu Fan said calmly, "If it really comes to it, we can hide in Shenji Mountain. Even the Gu family's Saint may not be able to break in!"
"This suggestion is good!"
Shen Yehong nodded, showing even more delight. In such a situation, it would be the best outcome.
"Things might not be as simple as you think!"
Liuli shook her head. "This matter is no trivial affair. Shenji Mountain might not intervene. We are offending the Gu family, and the deterrence of a Saint is extremely significant!"
"You are the senior disciple of Shenji Mountain. Will Shenji Mountain really not care about your life and death?" Liuli said directly, "I don't believe it!"
"My life and death are not worth offending a Saint!"
Liuli said with a wry smile, "Just like when we hid in the imperial palace, your father might not offend a Saint to protect you!"
Shen Yehong was stunned, her expression changing even more. Just as Liuli said, if it really came to that point, she didn't have absolute confidence.
"Alright, let's not talk about these things for now!"
Lu Fan said casually, "The dishes are all served. Let's have some wine!"
The crowd nodded slightly, but their hearts were still hanging, even feeling somewhat uneasy.
As expected, just as they were drinking, a terrifying aura suddenly arrived at Shenji City, making them tremble.
"Saint's aura!"
Lu Fan frowned. "Why has the Gu family's Saint arrived so quickly?"
"It seems he has already guessed that we are within Shenji City!"
Liuli frowned and said, "It seems I miscalculated!"
"What should we do now!"
Shen Yehong's expression became gloomy and uncertain. "If this matter is not handled properly, it will cause endless trouble."
"You all go first!"
Lu Fan reminded them, "I will stop him!"
"That won't do!"
Bi Qing shook her head. "If we go, we go together. Moreover, a Saint realm expert is not something we can stop!"
"Don't worry, I have my own way to escape!"
Lu Fan said solemnly, "But if you don't leave, I might be dragged down!"
"Since that's the case, we'll go first!"
Liuli said directly, "Perhaps Lu Fan really has a way!"
Shen Yehong wanted to say something, but she couldn't say much. It seemed this was the only option now.
Lu Fan was infinitely close to becoming a Saint, and perhaps he could escape from the hands of a Saint.
After Liuli and the others left Shenji City, Lu Fan's gaze turned to the sky above Shenji City.
He saw that in the sky, a giant phantom shrouded Shenji City, its eyes like lightning, scanning Shenji City.
"No need to look. What you want is me!"
Lu Fan shrugged. "The Gu family's second master also died by my hand!"
In an instant, the giant phantom transformed into its true form. A middle-aged man appeared before Lu Fan.
"How dare you attack my Gu family!" Patriarch Gu said coldly, "Who ordered you!" Su Dan Novel Network
"It's a mission from Tongtian Academy. You can only blame Gu Yuntong for not attending to his duties and harming others!"
Lu Fan shrugged. "Otherwise, why would he be hunted!"
"When has our Gu family's actions ever been subject to others' restraint!"
Patriarch Gu said coldly, "Not even Tongtian Academy!"
"Whether it is or not, it's not for you to say!"
Lu Fan said in a deep voice, "Moreover, the Gu family's second master has already been killed. Why are you making such a fuss!"
"Ridiculous! You killed my Gu family's people. How can I let you go today!"
Patriarch Gu was furious. A powerful aura emanated from him, and the entire Shenji City was filled with a Saint's aura.
"It seems no matter how I explain today, you won't let me go!"
Lu Fan shrugged. "Since that's the case, I want to see how terrifying a Saint realm expert is!"
As the words fell, Lu Fan's figure slowly rose into the air, his hands controlling lightning and fierce flames, appearing eager to try.
In Shenji City, many people watched, somewhat shocked. Clearly, they hadn't expected Lu Fan, so young, to dare to challenge a Saint.