Easily deflecting the first lightning tribulation, Lu Fan closed his eyes to rest and prepare for the second. If his guess was correct, this was just the beginning, and the real power would come later. He would not be careless.
Meanwhile, within the purgatory, many Saint-level assassins were in a predicament. To undergo tribulation at this time was akin to courting death. If anything went wrong, they might be tainted by the aura of the tribulation, and once captured by heaven and earth, they too would have to face the lightning.
Lu Fan naturally saw this, but he had his own plans. When he could no longer hold on, he would transfer all the tribulation sites to others, which might reduce his resistance.
The killing saints before him were, of course, unaware of Lu Fan's thoughts.
As the lightning tribulations grew more terrifying, the sea of lightning gradually formed. Streaks of tribulation lightning surged like a torrent, crashing down upon Lu Fan. Everyone present watched with awe, daring not to approach casually.
Simultaneously, the powerful sea of lightning formed, causing boundless tidal waves. It wasn't just above Lion Peak; the entire Eastern Region began to stir. People looked towards the direction of Lion Peak with incredulity in their eyes.
The legendary Nine Dragon Lightning Tribulation had appeared at this time, and it was so terrifying that it sparked many speculations. They wondered which great power was undergoing such a formidable heavenly tribulation there.
"Could it be that the Eastern Region is about to produce another Saint King!"
In a certain sacred land, an old man gazed afar towards Lion Peak, his heart filled with worry. He knew very well that Lion Peak was a branch of the Assassin Dynasty. The addition of another Saint King to the Assassin Dynasty was not good news for the various sacred lands.
At the same time, many cultivators wanted to enter Lion Peak to investigate and see which great power was undergoing tribulation there, but they were stopped by many elders along the way.
The reason they did this was to prevent the younger generation from easily stepping in. Such a terrifying lightning tribulation, if it caused trouble, could lead to utter annihilation.
Even more terrifying was that Lion Peak was no ordinary place; it was the headquarters of a branch of the Assassin Dynasty. Once one entered, they would surely not come out alive.
Meanwhile, a powerful lightning tribulation surged downwards, carrying an immense force, like a raging river, pressing down fiercely upon Lu Fan. Lu Fan forcefully resisted, but he suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood, his face turning pale.
"The eighth one! It's already the eighth lightning tribulation!"
Peony said nervously, "The Nine Dragon Lightning Tribulation, the most terrifying is the nine lightning tribulations. He has endured up to the eighth one; it's likely he can overcome this Nine Dragon Lightning Tribulation!"
"Why do you care so much?" Ghost Shadow spoke, "Didn't you wish for him to die in the lightning tribulation?"
"Although I find him displeasing, seeing him so resolute amidst the lightning tribulation makes me admire him somewhat," Peony said. "Moreover, if he can overcome this tribulation, he will have infinite possibilities. For our Assassin Dynasty, it might not be a bad thing!"
"As expected, women are fickle!" Ghost Shadow shook his head, seemingly seeing through Peony's thoughts. Peony, however, said no more, her gaze fixed on Lu Fan. He had endured eight lightning tribulations, which was incredibly difficult. Even she was sweating for Lu Fan.
"The eighth lightning tribulation is already as terrifying as this, even more terrifying than mine was!"
Jian Bei shook his head. "Moreover, he is already heavily injured. To resist the ninth lightning tribulation is likely impossible. The ninth lightning tribulation gathers the power of the previous eight, making it the most terrifying. Therefore, with his current strength, it's impossible for him to survive!"
Upon hearing this, Peony's expression turned grim, even showing concern. For some reason, she did not wish for Lu Fan to have an accident, perhaps because she saw his determination, or perhaps for other reasons.
The old village chief, not far away, looked helpless. He hadn't died at the hands of the many killing saints, yet he was about to be destroyed by the lightning tribulation. This was unfair to Lu Fan, but there was nothing he could do.
In the purgatory, the many saints dodged, terrified by such terrifying lightning, which they had never encountered before. Any single tribulation could end their lives; this was no exaggeration. Lu Fan's ability to withstand so many was already at his limit.
"I truly can't believe this damned heaven wants me dead!"
Lu Fan wiped the blood from his mouth and began to curse loudly, directly at the heavens. Although he possessed the Ancient Divine Body, it shouldn't be played with like this. Such a terrifying lightning tribulation would make even a Saint King wary, yet he was made to bear it.
"Kid, don't get so close to us. If you die, don't drag us down with you!"
A killing saint spoke, his eyes filled with displeasure. He didn't want to be tainted by the aura of such a terrifying lightning tribulation. He had originally planned to showcase his skills in the purgatory, but unexpectedly, Lu Fan stole the spotlight.
However, since Lu Fan was about to die in the lightning tribulation, he didn't need to worry too much.
"What, are you afraid of this lightning tribulation?"
Lu Fan suddenly stood up and looked at the saint, with a playful expression.
"What do you want, kid?"
The saint quickly retreated, his eyes filled with panic. Lu Fan walking towards him at this moment was extremely disadvantageous to him. If he was even slightly careless, he might be tainted by the aura of the lightning tribulation, and then he too would die a tragic death.
"I don't think I can withstand this ninth lightning tribulation at all,"
Lu Fan shrugged. "So, I've decided to have everyone present undergo the tribulation with me. This way, perhaps I can be safely passed!"
Everyone present was stunned by his words. They had seen shameless people, but never anyone as shameless as him. Lu Fan's actions especially filled them with fear.
Peony was also slightly taken aback, showing a peculiar expression at Lu Fan's actions.
"You kid want us to accompany you to the grave!" a killing saint shouted. "If you want to die, don't drag us down!"
"This won't do. Since everyone is in the purgatory, let's undergo the tribulation together. If we can withstand this tribulation, perhaps your cultivation will also advance."
Lu Fan smiled faintly and leaped towards the many killing saints. The reason he hadn't done this before was that he was waiting for the final blow, using the power of the many killing saints to evade this heavenly opportunity.
No wonder the older generation said that the Ancient Divine Body was peerless, but to achieve great success, it required boundless perseverance. This was indeed true. With the slightest carelessness, one could fall victim to fate. Perhaps this was the destiny of the Ancient Divine Body.