As Dao Xuan and the others departed, the Tao family members felt a measure of relief. They understood that an open conflict would not bode well for the ancient Tao family, potentially inviting unwarranted disaster.
Concurrently, the elder members of the Tao family breathed a sigh of relief. They had been deeply worried, fearing that any incident might prove irreversible, as battles between sacred lands were exceptionally terrifying.
"Young Master, after today's events, no matter what happens in the future, you must be more cautious, lest you draw fire upon yourself!"
An elder spoke, his gaze fixed on the young master of the Tao family. After all, the day's occurrences were rather shocking and unsettling.
"Esteemed elders, rest assured, I understand certain matters!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly, though a flicker of light still moved in his eyes. He saw certain things clearly, but he had never paid much mind to what had transpired today.
After all, in his heart, Lu Fan was his brother, and he would never allow anyone to harm Lu Fan.
Meanwhile, within the Assassin Dynasty, everyone had been settled. Lu Fan had also imparted the Gui Xi technique to them. As long as they cultivated diligently, the Assassin Dynasty's strength would undoubtedly rise further.
In the cave within the barrier, Lu Fan looked at Jian Bei and said, "Old helmsman, it's all my fault that the Assassin Dynasty has reached this point!"
"Do not blame yourself. This matter has nothing to do with you!"
Jian Bei shook his head. "All the great sacred lands had long harbored dissatisfaction towards the Assassin Dynasty. Even without you, they would not have let it rest!"
"If that is the case, why not contact headquarters?"
Lin Fan was somewhat puzzled and extremely surprised. "I heard that headquarters possesses immense strength. If experts from headquarters were to mobilize, why would we fear the various sacred lands!"
"Some matters are not that simple!"
Jian Bei shook his head. "In truth, the Assassin Dynasty's headquarters no longer exists. At least, no one knows if anyone remains in the headquarters."
"Headquarters no longer exists?"
Lu Fan froze, utterly incredulous. He clearly had not expected things to be more dire than he had imagined.
"If the headquarters had experts, the Assassin Dynasty would not be in this state!"
Jian Bei said with a wry smile. "When the Dynasty underwent changes, many of its experts met untimely deaths. If not for that, the Assassin Dynasty would not be bullied by the sacred lands!"
"So, the headquarters is merely a facade?"
Lu Fan chuckled wryly. "If that is truly the case, then the Assassin Dynasty will be fraught with peril in the future!"
"This matter is of great importance, and no one else knows about it!"
Jian Bei said solemnly. "As a helmsman of the Dynasty, I am informing you of this so that you will not be in doubt!"
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Lu Fan cupped his fists slightly. Jian Bei's willingness to share this with him demonstrated the old helmsman's trust.
However, the absence of the Assassin Dynasty's headquarters was not good news for Lu Fan. If the sacred lands were to aggressively target the branch, it would push the branch into a desperate situation.
Meanwhile, in the outside world, the Radiant Light Sacred Land and the Lin family were still searching for Lu Fan and his companions. However, they found no clues, as if Lu Fan and the others had vanished into thin air, causing much suspicion.
Three years passed in the blink of an eye. The Radiant Light Sacred Land and the Lin family searched for three full years but still failed to locate the branch.
During these three years, the members of the eighteen sects of Kyushu had practiced the Gui Xi technique to perfection. Their desire for revenge had deeply ingrained itself into their bones. As long as an opportunity arose, they would never abandon the hope of retribution.
And within these three years, through continuous effort, Lu Fan had finally reached the high-level Saint realm, his strength breaking through once more. Now, even without supreme divine weapons, he could contend with Saint King powerhouses with ease.
After these three years, the people of the Eastern Domain had forgotten the events of three years prior. The destruction of the eighteen sects of Kyushu seemed like a mere interlude. Once they ceased to exist, no one would remember them.
Within the barrier, Lu Fan slowly opened his eyes. Gui Ying's figure had already appeared before him. Seeing that Lu Fan had emerged from seclusion, he cupped his fists and said, "Helmsman, after some investigation, it has been confirmed that the Lin family and the Xuan Guang Sacred Land will participate in the Jade Pool Grand Gathering. If that is indeed the case, striking them this time will surely catch them off guard!"
"Very good!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly. "Have Madam Mu Dai people prepare an ambush. After they attend the Jade Pool Grand Gathering, we will capture them all. This time, there will be no mercy!"
"Helmsman, rest assured. When they attend the Jade Pool Grand Gathering, they will not be carrying supreme divine weapons. At that time, as long as the Helmsman makes a move, they will be trapped like fish in a barrel!"
Gui Ying cupped his fists again, his gaze becoming somewhat sharp. The events of three years prior had plunged the entire Assassin Dynasty into panic and resulted in heavy losses. For them, it was an utter disgrace. Now that an opportunity presented itself, they would not let it pass easily.
Lu Fan slowly stood up and moved to an open space. At this moment, Xu Fei and the others also rose, their gazes turning towards Lu Fan. "Helmsman, are we taking action soon?"
"In a short while, they will be attending the Jade Pool Grand Gathering, and dealing with them then will be as easy as turning over one's hand!" Lu Fan said. "However, you must be extremely careful. Although your strength has improved significantly after three years of cultivation, and you have reached the pinnacle of the Gui Xi technique, do not be careless."
"Helmsman, rest assured. We will not take this lightly. We have been waiting for the revenge of three years ago for a long time."
Xu Fei nodded solemnly, his eyes carrying a cold glint. He had truly waited three years for this day, and now that the opportunity had arrived, he would not back down.
Lu Fan nodded slightly but did not say much more. Things had reached this point, and it was somewhat different from what he had envisioned. However, with their current strength, dealing with some remaining individuals was not a cause for concern.
More importantly, they had learned the Gui Xi technique, which would allow them to escape promptly if they encountered any danger.
"Helmsman, we want to go too!"
Old Master Han spoke, his heart filled with excitement. "Why are our names not on the list of people being deployed? Does the Helmsman think we are too old?"
"My grandfathers, you should remain and guard the Assassin Dynasty," Lu Fan said. "As for the fight, leave it to us. I will also avenge the eighteen sects of Kyushu for all of you."
"That won't do!" Old Man Chen shook his head. "We are the sect leaders of the eighteen sects of Kyushu. If revenge is to be taken, it should be us who go!"