"You dare to step all over me!"
The Azure Dragon roared in fury, constantly lashing its tail in an attempt to throw Lu Fan off.
Unfortunately, Lu Fan's spiritual power was extraordinary, and even with his Heavenly Lord Ninth Realm strength, he had not managed to do so.
"I am a being with divine beast bloodline! You insult me like this, and you will surely face divine retribution!"
The Azure Dragon continued to roar, feeling utterly helpless. If he could have suppressed Lu Fan, he wouldn't be in such a sorry state.
Lu Fan, however, smiled faintly, his eyes filled with indifference. "To tell you the truth, I'm in need of a mount. Why don't you become my mount? If a chance to ascend to godhood arises, perhaps I can take you along to the God Realm. Then you can find your family!"
"You, aspire to godhood? And you want to take me as your mount? Simply outrageous!"
The Heavenly Dragon cursed, "You'd better get off me now, or I'll make you regret it!"
"If you had the ability, you would have acted long ago. Why would you wait until now?"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "So, you're no match for me. Why put up such a pretense?"
"You..."
The Heavenly Dragon's expression shifted between anger and frustration. He had always guarded Heavenly Dragon City, enjoying his position under his boss. He never expected to suffer such a setback today.
Had he known Lu Fan was so powerful, he would not have forcefully engaged, only to bring trouble upon himself.
"What must I do for you to leave?"
In his helplessness, the Heavenly Dragon spoke again, asking Lu Fan for his terms, appearing to be making a concession.
"As I said, as long as you become my mount, I can spare your life!"
Lu Fan shrugged. "This is a good deal, and you won't lose out. I presume you won't refuse!"
"How can I, with my divine beast bloodline, possibly become someone's mount!"
The Heavenly Dragon immediately cursed, "I will not yield to you today, even if it means death!"
"If you insist on thinking that way, then there's nothing I can do!"
Lu Fan shrugged slightly. "I'll first extract your dragon tendons, then peel off your dragon hide, and finally stew you into a dragon soup. It should be quite nourishing! After all, it's a divine beast bloodline, an immense supplement for cultivators!"
"Are you insane!"
The Heavenly Dragon's expression changed, his heart filled with rage. He had never expected Lu Fan to say such things.
As the saying goes, one can be killed but not humiliated. If he were truly killed and cooked, wouldn't he become a laughingstock?
Even the one in the God Realm would mock him.
"Our Lord is truly remarkable; nothing is too difficult for him!"
Zhao Xiaotian said softly, a smile appearing on his face. "I just wonder if this Heavenly Dragon is willing to submit. If he can truly be subdued by our Lord, then in the journey to the divine path, we will have a greater chance of victory."
Meanwhile, within Heavenly Dragon City, the onlookers were all in awe.
This was their Heavenly Dragon City Lord, who had always suppressed them, possessing unfathomable strength. Yet, before Lu Fan, he was so easily defeated.
More importantly, Lu Fan was so young, which was truly astonishing.
In his helplessness, the Heavenly Dragon shot out, leaving Heavenly Dragon City directly. To be so humiliated in front of his subjects was something he hated to see the most.
After all, these people had been suppressed by him and had become his subjects. Now, to be toyed with by Lu Fan, how could he accept it?
Lu Fan did not resist either, remaining mounted on the Heavenly Dragon's head, letting him leave Heavenly Dragon City.
After all, everyone needs their dignity, let alone a city lord.
Moreover, if Lu Fan wanted to recruit him, he had to give him enough face. Otherwise, how could he be subdued?
Not long after, the Heavenly Dragon arrived at a secluded location, looking quite disheveled. Lu Fan, still seated on him, had no intention of dismounting.
"It seems you've made up your mind!"
Lu Fan's lips curved slightly as he looked at the Heavenly Dragon.
"I am a divine beast bloodline!"
The Heavenly Dragon said coldly, "Are you truly going to offend me completely?"
"It seems speaking to you is of no use. Since that's the case, let's return to Heavenly Dragon City. I want to parade you through the sky in front of your citizens. That would be quite satisfying!"
Lu Fan suddenly laughed, his lips curving upwards, a look of profound meaning on his face.
The Heavenly Dragon's expression turned grim. He never expected Lu Fan to be so perverse, so unacceptable.
"I'm telling the truth. If you don't believe me, we can test it out!"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, a look of deep meaning on his face.
After these words, the Heavenly Dragon was utterly resigned. He did not want to be controlled by Lu Fan, nor did he want his citizens to witness his disgrace.
For a moment, the Heavenly Dragon burst into tears, crying as if he were a child.
Lu Fan, seeing this scene, remained indifferent. "Stop pretending in front of me. You're a Heavenly Lord Ninth Realm expert, with divine beast bloodline. What does all this crying look like?"
"It's your fault for bullying me! I was an supreme existence in Heavenly Dragon City, but after what you've done today, I've lost all my face!" the Heavenly Dragon retorted.
"Your lack of strength is not my fault!"
Lu Fan laughed. "Now that you're unwilling, it's probably too late. You can only play along. Perhaps I can still give you some last bit of dignity?"
"What do you mean?" The Heavenly Dragon was bewildered, his gaze shifting to Lu Fan, a hint of surprise in his heart.
"To let you leave with dignity, at least not to force you away!" Lu Fan shrugged. "Think about how you want it! After all, if you don't, I'll just drag you away!"
The Heavenly Dragon was on the verge of tears, but he had no choice but to agree to Lu Fan's terms.
This way, he could leave with some semblance of dignity. Otherwise, it would be a greater trouble.
At the same time, Lu Fan smiled faintly. "You don't need to worry too much. If you follow me, I will never mistreat you. I will surely lead you onto the divine path, and then you can go to the God Realm to find your family!"
"You are indeed strong, but becoming a god is not that easy!" The Heavenly Dragon shook his head. "This time, following you to the other side of the divine path, I don't know if it will be life or death. The road ahead is vast and uncertain, truly making one sigh."
Lu Fan gave him a sideways glance but said nothing more.
Not long after, Lu Fan and the Heavenly Dragon arrived at Heavenly Dragon City. However, this time, there was no commotion; things seemed quite peaceful.
Everyone was confused, unsure of what had happened. It was as if all matters had been settled.
Zhao Xiaotian stood by, a hint of doubt in his heart. "Lord, how did it go? It seems he has been subdued by you! Otherwise, he wouldn't be in this state."