The assembled crowd exchanged glances, finally lowering their weapons with resignation.
They had no backing now. To resist would be to court death.
The Nine Heavens Dynasty’s fate was sealed, and they could do nothing but accept it.
Not long after, Linglong dispatched the experts of the White Dragon Dynasty to take over the Nine Heavens Dynasty.
The Divine Dragon Hall and numerous other sects also returned to the White Dragon Dynasty.
After settling matters in the Nine Heavens Dynasty, Linglong and Lu Fan returned to the Imperial City.
With the White Dragon Dynasty’s territory expanding, a large number of experts were needed for its defense, keeping them busy for a time.
A month later, once the White Dragon Dynasty was on the right track, Princess Linglong approached Lu Fan.
“Imperial Son-in-law, all matters within the dynasty have been handled. There is only one matter left unfinished!”
“What matter?”
Lu Fan asked with surprise, “If I can, I will handle it for you!”
“This matter, I fear, can only be handled by the Imperial Son-in-law!”
Linglong smiled, “Marrying me and becoming the new Emperor of the White Dragon Dynasty!”
The water Lu Fan had just drunk spurted out, “I think this matter might need further discussion!”
“Why discuss it?”
Linglong looked serious, “You are the Imperial Son-in-law. My father has only me as a daughter, so the new Emperor naturally must be you!”
“Actually…”
Lu Fan was slightly stunned, “When I came to the Imperial City, my intention was to steal the Spirit Gathering Bottle from the palace, not to become the Imperial Son-in-law!”
“What you said, I know!”
Princess Linglong shook her head, “A long time ago, Steward Li had already reminded me, but none of that is important. What’s important is that we have gone through life and death together, and will support each other in the future!”
“Then do you know who I was stealing the Spirit Gathering Bottle for?”
Lu Fan asked again. With matters having reached this point, he felt he had nothing left to hide.
Princess Linglong was a good person, and Lu Fan did not wish to hurt her, so he decided to tell her everything.
“I don’t need to know!”
Princess Linglong shook her head, “You are my Imperial Son-in-law. Whatever you do, you have your own principles!”
Lu Fan stood there, somewhat at a loss, “But I am already married, and I stole the Spirit Gathering Bottle for her!”
“I don’t care!”
Princess Linglong shook her head, “Besides, it is normal for men to have multiple wives and concubines, especially someone as outstanding as you!”
Lu Fan was completely stunned, unsure how to respond for a moment.
“The wedding will be in three days!”
Princess Linglong smiled, “Once you become the new Emperor, I won’t say a word no matter how many women you desire!”
Lu Fan wanted to say more, but Princess Linglong turned and left, giving him no chance.
After leaving the courtyard, tears welled up in Princess Linglong’s eyes. She didn’t care about Lu Fan’s past, but his repeated rejections had caused her some heartache.
“Princess, what’s wrong? Did the Imperial Son-in-law bully you?”
Xiao Qing asked, “If that’s the case, I’ll have someone deal with him for you!”
“Don’t disturb the Imperial Son-in-law!”
Princess Linglong shook her head, “The Imperial Son-in-law is cultivating!”
“But…”
Xiao Qing looked helpless, wanting to say something but ultimately not knowing how to proceed.
“You kid, you really leave your charm everywhere!”
Old Man Hong Meng teased, “How do you plan to resolve this matter?”
“The White Dragon Dynasty does not belong to me by nature!”
Lu Fan said with a wry smile, “I naturally cannot be bound by the dynasty!”
“So your intention is to abandon it?”
Old Man Hong Meng rolled his eyes, “Wouldn’t that be too heartless!” Su Dan Novel Network
“She is very good, but…”
Lu Fan shook his head, “I cannot be unfaithful to Xiao Ke!”
“You kid are truly dense!”
Old Man Hong Meng shook his head, “In the Spirit Realm, having countless companions is quite normal. I believe that girl, knowing Princess Linglong’s feelings for you, won’t say much!”
“I know!”
Lu Fan nodded slightly, “But some things, ultimately, cannot be forced!”
Seeing Lu Fan’s firm resolve, Old Man Hong Meng couldn’t say much more. Now that he had recovered considerably with the nourishment of the Spirit Gathering Bottle, his spiritual sense would likely increase greatly before long.
At that time, Old Man Hong Meng might even be able to seize a body himself, thus gaining a chance at rebirth.
In fact, Old Man Hong Meng could also possess Lu Fan, but he had never considered it. Perhaps this was innate trust.
Just as Lu Fan had never considered abandoning Old Man Hong Meng.
“Now that you kid have achieved minor success, isn’t it time to consider moving to a new place?”
Old Man Hong Meng smiled, “Only by continuously growing stronger can you survive in the Spirit Realm!”
“Move to a new place?”
Lu Fan asked suspiciously, “I’ve been in the Spirit Realm for so long, yet I don’t seem to understand it very well!”
“Where you are now is merely the tip of the iceberg of the Spirit Realm!”
Old Man Hong Meng chuckled, “If you leave this land, you’ll discover that you are still insignificant!”
“Insignificant?”
Lu Fan was somewhat taken aback. While he couldn’t be considered overly powerful, within the dynasty, he was definitely a top-tier combatant. Being told this by Old Man Hong Meng made Lu Fan instantly doubt himself.
“There are some things I cannot say too much about!”
Old Man Hong Meng chuckled, “You’ll understand it when the time comes, kid.”
As night deepened, Lu Fan, after much consideration, went to Linglong’s residence.
“Imperial Son-in-law, why have you come?”
Princess Linglong showed delight. This was the first time Lu Fan had sought her out.
“I have come to bid farewell!”
Lu Fan said calmly, “I still wish to venture out and explore!”
“Meaning, you do not wish to become the new Emperor?”
Princess Linglong said with a wry smile, “After you leave, I will be left alone to control this vast dynasty!”
“With Steward Li here, you will surely be safe!”
Lu Fan said earnestly, “But don’t worry, when I have time in the future, I will come to see you!”
Princess Linglong looked helpless and finally nodded, “Then be careful in the future. No matter what you encounter, you can always return. The gates of the White Dragon Dynasty are always open for you!”
Lu Fan nodded solemnly, and at the same time, he held Linglong in his arms, “Don’t worry, my departure this time is to improve my cultivation. Once my cultivation reaches great success, I will never let the White Dragon Dynasty be bullied again!”
Princess Linglong nodded solemnly, her heart touched.
After a long while, Lu Fan left the Imperial City. Princess Linglong watched Lu Fan’s receding figure, her heart filled with reluctance.
In the Sword Furnace, Chen Banxian and Liu Qianjiao were admiring the moon, appearing even more affectionate.
A figure streaked across the sky and arrived at the Sword Furnace.
“Why have you come, kid?”
Chen Banxian glared, “Don’t you see we’re admiring the moon? You’re really ruining the mood!”
“I have come today to thank you, old man!”
Lu Fan said, “Take this Divine Dragon Token!”
“Divine Dragon Token?”
Chen Banxian was surprised, “What do you mean by this, kid? Do you look down on the Divine Dragon Hall? Don’t you want to be the Hall Master? This is what countless people dream of!”