"You truly didn't disappoint me!" Steward Zhao roared with laughter. "I never expected you to actually show up; it's truly beyond my expectations!"
"If I didn't come, wouldn't my friend be in mortal danger?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "Since that's the case, how could I let such a thing happen!"
"You speak well, and I admire your character greatly. If not for the fact that you intend to act against the Northwest Commandery, perhaps you could have found a position in my Northwest Commandery!" Steward Zhao narrowed his eyes.
"A place for a bunch of beasts, I have no desire to go!" Lu Fan sneered coldly, with an air of arrogance.
Following these words, Steward Zhao's face turned ashen. Being spoken to like this by Lu Fan, coupled with a surge of anger, he hadn't expected Lu Fan to be so oblivious to the immensity of heaven and earth, even speaking so dismissively.
"I'm just speaking the truth. You're not angry, are you?" Lu Fan shrugged his shoulders, a cold smile appearing on his face.
"Sharp-tongued, but it's a pity that before me, you're merely seeking your own death!"
Steward Zhao leaped into the air. "Today, I will completely deal with you, to resolve the crisis of my Northwest Commandery!"
Sensing the sharp aura, Lu Fan instantly summoned the Haotian Pagoda. He had not yet reached the Half-Emperor realm, so how could he be a match for a Martial Emperor? This was why he dared not act rashly.
"What is this thing!" Steward Zhao frowned. He could clearly sense that this item seemed to be no simple matter.
"Steward Zhao, you must be careful. This thing is very powerful!"
Patriarch Situ quickly reminded him. He had been injured by the Haotian Pagoda last time and was naturally somewhat wary this time.
Steward Zhao, however, narrowed his eyes. In his opinion, no matter what the item was, in the face of true strength, it was simply not worth mentioning.
Whoosh...
In that instant, a sound of breaking wind was heard. Liu Ruyan untied Ling'er's ropes and rescued her.
"What a narrow encounter!" Patriarch Situ looked at Liu Ruyan. "We have no enmity with City Lord Liu. Why must City Lord Liu be with him and oppose the Northwest Commandery Lord!"
"Ridiculous, it should be you who cannot get along!" Liu Ruyan said coldly. "If it weren't for you acting recklessly in Tianshang City, how could things have turned out this way."
"City Lord Liu, if you do not interfere in today's matter, the Northwest Commandery will never be your enemy in the future!" Steward Zhao stated. "But if you are ignorant of the immensity of heaven and earth and dare to meddle here, the Northwest Commandery will be your sworn enemy!"
"Last time in Tianshang City, if I hadn't had some means, I would have likely died by your hands. It's a bit too late to say such things now!" Liu Ruyan said coldly. "If you wish to fight today, I will naturally accompany you to the end!"
Following these words, everyone's expressions became solemn. They were very clear that Liu Ruyan's involvement might not be a good thing for their entire battle situation.
Regardless, Liu Ruyan was a Martial Emperor level expert, and Lu Fan possessed the Haotian Pagoda. When compared, even Patriarch Situ and the others might not have much of a chance of winning.
"Steward Zhao, deal with it quickly. I will hold off City Lord Liu!" Patriarch Situ spoke, directly attacking Liu Ruyan.
"Find a place to hide!"
Liu Ruyan reminded Ling'er, and her figure instantly disappeared, engaging in a battle with Patriarch Situ.
Ling'er did not dare to delay and quickly fled the scene. She understood very well that in the current situation, staying would not help at all, but rather would drag down Lu Fan and the others. It was better for her to leave first, so she wouldn't have to worry too much.
As for Ling'er's departure, it did not attract anyone's attention. Their target was Lu Fan, and Ling'er was not worth mentioning in their eyes.
Lu Fan wielded the Haotian Pagoda and after a few exchanges with Steward Zhao, he was instantly at a disadvantage, his eyes showing some concern. He knew very well that if he was not careful, he might die a tragic death.
"Although the power of this Haotian Pagoda is immense, unfortunately, when wielded by you, it cannot reach its full potential!"
Steward Zhao sneered. "You brat, you're likely to perish here today!"
"Is that so?" Lu Fan sneered. "If you truly have the ability, then come at me! I'll see what you can do to me!"
Steward Zhao immediately burst into laughter, a cold glint appearing in his eyes. "What I want to do, no one can stop. You brat will surely die today!"
In that instant, Steward Zhao attacked again, but this time it became even more ferocious. He had only been probing before, but now it was different, his attacks were exceptionally sharp.
Boom...
A loud collision sound rang out. Lu Fan was sent flying back, his face turning ashen. Even he hadn't expected Steward Zhao's true strength to be so terrifying.
"I was just testing you before, but now it's different!" Steward Zhao sneered. "You brat will surely die today, and I will make you pay the price!"
Facing these words, blood trickled from Lu Fan's lips, and his expression was grim. He knew this matter was no trivial affair, and any carelessness might lead to great trouble.
Liu Ruyan's expression was heavy. Even she hadn't expected things to turn out this way. She was being held back by Patriarch Situ, unable to break free, making things quite difficult for her. If she wanted to help Lu Fan, it would not be an easy task.
At this moment, Steward Zhao's aura reached its peak, his eyes becoming sharp. His gaze towards Lu Fan carried a killing intent. "Today I want to kill you, and you cannot escape!"
A stream of light flashed, and a fierce aura surged towards Lu Fan, appearing unparalleled. Wherever it passed, it carried a strong wind.
Lu Fan frowned, wanting to strike forcefully, his face turning ashen. He could clearly sense a deathly aura surging, making his expression grave.
Boom...
In that instant, a rumbling sound echoed. Everyone thought Lu Fan would be killed on the spot, but to their surprise, a figure in black suddenly appeared, blocking Steward Zhao's attack, and their aura was not weak.
"Who are you!" Steward Zhao frowned. "You have great courage to dare to interfere in the affairs of my Northwest Commandery."
The man in black said nothing, but his aura was exceptionally terrifying. His gaze fixed on Steward Zhao, making Steward Zhao somewhat wary.
He could clearly sense that the man in black before him was no ordinary person. If there was any slight misstep, it would inevitably lead to endless trouble, and by then, even he would not be able to handle it.
Thinking of this, Steward Zhao's expression grew even more grim. Originally, Lu Fan was about to be killed, but halfway through, a dark horse appeared.