"I didn't expect your vigilance to be so strong, no wonder you've managed to live this long."
Bai Hu's cold laughter echoed, and in the blink of an eye, he appeared before Lu Fan, accompanied by Tian Lao and others, their auras menacing.
"If I'm not mistaken, there should be a few more, right?"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "With just a few of you, you wouldn't dare to be so audacious!"
"You are indeed sharp."
A chilling voice rang out as Qing Long also appeared, exuding a cold aura. "I never imagined that during the Fiery Domain, I thought you were trapped there. If the Young Master hadn't informed me, I would still be in the dark."
"You were too foolish!"
Lu Fan shook his head. "How could I have stayed in the Fiery Domain the entire time? But this time, you're even more foolish for daring to lay hands on Princess Linglong. You must surely know Princess Linglong's status in the Dragon Emperor's heart!"
"Stop trying to threaten me, you brat."
Bai Hu sneered. "You can't even protect yourself, yet you have the leisure to think about other matters!"
"Where is Princess Linglong now?" Lu Fan asked again.
"We brought Princess Linglong out precisely to deal with you," Bai Hu said with a cold laugh. "You don't think I'd be foolish enough to harm the Princess, do you? She is the Dragon Emperor's most beloved daughter."
"So your actions today are all aimed at me?" Lu Fan smiled faintly, seemingly unconcerned.
"Honestly, I never expected you to become the Emperor's Son-in-law," Bai Hu sneered. "In my eyes, you are like many of the disciples from the North Sea Academy – lowly beings. How can you be placed above me!"
"Hmph!"
Lu Fan snorted. "Now that I am the Dynasty's Son-in-law, you should know the consequences of striking at him!"
"That's why people shouldn't be too clever, or they'll live very short lives," Bai Hu showed a cold smile. "Do you think you can still return alive?"
Lu Fan remained unfazed. "Bai Hu, although you are the Young Master of the Eighth Prince's Estate, striking at the Son-in-law is a heinous crime. I advise you not to act rashly."
"We brought you here today specifically to kill you. There's no need for further talk!"
Bai Hu's expression was cold and filled with killing intent. He wouldn't show any mercy to Lu Fan.
"Forgive my offense!"
Qing Long said coldly and immediately charged towards Lu Fan, his momentum immense.
Lu Fan's body dodged rapidly, but he knew he was no match for Qing Long. Even though he could now contend with Third-Rank Spirit Venerable powerhouses, he was still no match in front of Qing Long.
"This time, he cannot be allowed to escape!"
Bai Hu's expression was indifferent as he watched from the side. He wanted to see how Lu Fan would escape this time.
He had gone to great lengths to deal with Lu Fan, and this time, he would not show any leniency.
After a few exchanges, Lu Fan was instantly at a disadvantage, blood seeping from the corner of his mouth. He was still unable to withstand Qing Long.
"I think you should just surrender!"
Qing Long let out a cold laugh, his expression even more indifferent.
Seeing the dire situation, Lu Fan knew that Bai Hu would not dare to harm Princess Linglong. He leaped up, intending to escape this place. As long as he could return to Nine Dragon City, he would be safe.
Unfortunately, Bai Hu and the others had foreseen this and would not give Lu Fan a chance. In the blink of an eye, Xuan Wu and the others also made their move, their attacks sharp and fierce.
In that instant, Lu Fan was struck by three palm forces, spitting out a mouthful of blood, his face turning extremely pale.
"You're still too naive to fight me!" Bai Hu shook his head. "You should know now that the Eighth Prince's Estate is not to be trifled with!"
"One day, I will make you pay!" Lu Fan sneered, his dissatisfaction immense.
"I see you're still being stubborn!"
Tian Lao did not hold back and unleashed a palm strike towards Lu Fan. Lu Fan was already heavily injured and had no power to resist. His move now was perfectly timed, not only ensuring Lu Fan's death but also without endangering himself.
However, in the very next moment, a bright light suddenly appeared above Lu Fan's head. A massive cauldron appeared, shielding Lu Fan's body, emanating a powerful aura.
It was a shame Lu Fan could not fully control this Divine Emperor Cauldron, otherwise dealing with these people would be effortless.
"It's that cauldron again!" Bai Hu frowned. Last time in the Fiery Domain, it was this cauldron that made them miss their opportunity.
"While this is powerful, you cannot fully control it."
Qing Long let out a cold laugh. He thrust his long sword forward, his aura surging. At this point, Lu Fan had to die, otherwise, the Eighth Prince's Estate would face disaster.
However, as his sword qi approached Lu Fan, Lu Fan entered the Divine Emperor Cauldron, seeming to do so seamlessly.
Boom...
Qing Long's sword qi struck the Divine Emperor Cauldron. A clanging sound echoed from within the cauldron, but it caused no damage to the cauldron itself. It seemed the sword qi was insignificant in the face of the Divine Emperor Cauldron.
"If you have the guts, come out! What kind of thing is hiding like this!" Bai Hu exclaimed, utterly infuriated.
The Divine Emperor Cauldron was indestructible. With their abilities, opening it seemed like a fool's dream.
"You're thinking too highly of yourself!"
Lu Fan's voice emerged. "You just want to deal with me, right? I won't let you have your way, and this Divine Emperor Cauldron is incredibly tough; you can't enter it."
"Young Master, what do we do now?" Qing Long frowned, unsure of what to do.
"Take this Divine Emperor Cauldron back to the Eighth Prince's Estate. Since we can't open it, we'll seal it in the Eighth Prince's Estate dungeon. Then he'll have to live out his days in the dungeon!" Bai Hu sneered.
"This plan is excellent, Young Master!"
Tian Lao said repeatedly, a look of joy on his face. As long as Lu Fan was imprisoned in the dungeon, he would never have a chance to turn the tables. It was no different from being dead.
Although Qing Long did not agree, this was the only course of action available for now.
Meanwhile, in Nine Dragon City, Duan Tianya, with a worried expression, arrived at Princess Linglong's residence. Seeing Xiao Qing lying on the ground, he quickly woke him up. "What happened? Why are you lying here?"
"The Princess, the Princess has been kidnapped!" Xiao Qing said quickly, his voice filled with urgency.
However, at that very moment, he realized the Princess was lying in her room, unharmed.
"What's going on? Why is the Princess back?" Xiao Qing asked, confused.
"This is bad, my master is in trouble."
Duan Tianya hurried out, chasing in the direction Lu Fan had gone. It turned out they weren't targeting the Princess, but Lu Fan. Otherwise, the Princess wouldn't have been sent back.
Xiao Qing looked confused, not understanding what had happened.