The sheer might of the Saint's Domain was something they had never witnessed before.
Everything around them seemed to be under the control of the Divine Wind Pavilion Master.
The elders' movements grew sluggish, appearing rather feeble within the Saint's Domain.
Lu Fan's palms surged with flames, and two powerful streams of fiery energy began to spread.
Within the Saint's Domain, they were subjected to numerous suppressions, making the elders extremely vulnerable.
"Hmph, a bunch of ants!"
The Divine Wind Pavilion Master sneered, extending a palm that blotted out the sun, striking towards Lu Fan and the others.
He had not reached the Saint realm himself, and therefore could not deploy the Saint's Domain. However, he possessed a secret technique that allowed him to manifest it, albeit at a great personal cost.
Rumble...
A deafening collision echoed. The flames unleashed by Lu Fan were instantly suppressed, while the giant hand controlled by the Divine Wind Pavilion Master vanished into thin air.
Even the Saint's Domain began to dissipate.
Puff...
The Divine Wind Pavilion Master spat out a mouthful of blood, his expression filled with disbelief. The Saint's Domain he had summoned through his secret technique was actually broken by Lu Fan's Sacred Fire.
"Hurry, no time to fight!"
Lu Fan urged the elders. With the Saint's Domain shattered, the elders were no longer suppressed.
Seeing the elders fleeing, Lu Fan surged into the air once more, his powerful fiery energy surging towards the elders of the Divine Wind Pavilion.
Sensing the formidable fiery energy, the elders retreated hastily, daring not to make any rash moves.
"Chase them! We cannot let them escape!"
The Divine Wind Pavilion Master spoke coldly, his anger burning. He had initially believed his secret technique would allow him to capture Lu Fan and the others, but the situation had taken an unexpected turn.
The elders dared not delay, rushing to pursue Lu Fan, yet harboring doubts in their hearts.
If even the Divine Wind Pavilion Master could not stop Lu Fan, they, as mere elders, likely lacked the ability.
"Brother, are you alright?"
Shangguan Qingtian asked, "Using the Saint's Domain consumes immense energy. This time, you've suffered a great loss!"
"It's nothing. That brat is heavily injured by me. You lead the elders in pursuit; he is sure to die today!" the Divine Wind Pavilion Master said repeatedly.
Although Lu Fan had endured it, he had already perceived the true extent of the damage, which was why he was so confident.
Shangguan Qingtian nodded, not daring to delay, and quickly pursued Lu Fan.
If Lu Fan and his group, who had forced their way into the Divine Wind Pavilion, were allowed to escape, what would become of the pavilion's reputation?
Meanwhile, in a nearby valley to the Divine Wind Pavilion, Bai Yetian and the others breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing Lu Fan's escape.
"Grandfather, let's go!"
Bai Yetian chuckled, "Brother Lu has safely escaped. With his capabilities, I'm sure he'll be fine!"
"We are truly grateful to him this time!"
Elder Bai nodded. If not for Lu Fan's intervention, how could his old bones have gotten out?
"Grandfather, we have to leave the White Dragon Dynasty!"
Bai Xue spoke up, "We can never return after coming out this time!"
"Where there is life, there is hope,"
Elder Bai said solemnly, "You two must cultivate diligently from now on and bring glory to the Bai family. Only then will you not be bullied!"
Bai Yetian and Bai Xue nodded earnestly, as if they had already understood this long ago.
High in the sky, upon seeing the pursuers behind them, Lu Fan's brow furrowed.
He had already been heavily injured while dealing with the Divine Wind Pavilion Master. If he were pursued by these people, the consequences would be dire.
"Duantian Ya, you cover our rear!"
Lu Fan ordered, "The other elders will head to the Fire Domain!"
Duantian Ya stopped abruptly, "Sir, you should go with the other elders! I can hold them off alone!"
"No, you alone are not enough!"
Lu Fan shook his head, spitting out a mouthful of blood, his face exceedingly pale.
The elders present exchanged looks, their expressions changing drastically. They had not expected Lu Fan to be so severely injured.
"Sir, trust me!"
Duantian Ya stated directly, "Shangguan Qingtian cannot stop me!"
Lu Fan hesitated for a moment before agreeing. He was at the end of his strength now, and staying would only cause more trouble.
Some time later, Lu Fan and the elders arrived in the Fire Domain.
Gazing at the sea of flames, the elders' expressions turned solemn. They dared not venture in carelessly. The Fire Domain seemed like a death trap; once entered, one could only press forward, and retreat would mean facing the enemy.
"Sir, this Fire Domain is surrounded by flames on three sides. How can we enter?"
An elder voiced his concern, "If we are surrounded by the Divine Wind Pavilion's elders, won't we become turtles in a jar?"
"Rest assured, elders. Since I dared to bring you here, I naturally have a way to protect you all!" Lu Fan said with a serious tone.
Upon hearing this, the elders followed Lu Fan into the Fire Domain.
In truth, they held considerable trust in Lu Fan. If he dared to make such a statement, he was utterly confident.
As soon as he entered the flames, Lu Fan was enveloped by the Fire Domain, his aura beginning to recover. Under the reinforcement of the flames, his recovery was even faster.
"These flames can heal injuries?"
The Grand Elder was astonished, finding it incredible. Having stayed in the Sky Fire Pavilion for so many years, they had never seen anyone bathe in flames to heal their wounds.
"It seems the Ancestor was right. Those who can absorb the Azure Lotus Sacred Fire will undoubtedly achieve great things in the future!"
A white-haired elder exclaimed, his voice filled with excitement. Lu Fan, at such a young age, possessed terrifying strength. Given time, he would surely become a formidable figure.
After shaking off Shangguan Qingtian, Duantian Ya arrived at the Fire Domain. The elders rushed forward, "Pavilion Master, you've finally returned!"
"I told you, Shangguan Qingtian cannot stop me!"
Duantian Ya chuckled, a hint of pride in his voice.
"Your injuries..."
Looking at Duantian Ya's wounds, the elders fell silent. They knew very well that Duantian Ya had paid a heavy price to escape the Divine Wind Pavilion's pursuit.
"Where is Sir?" Duantian Ya asked.
"He is recuperating on the fifth level of the Fire Domain!"
The Grand Elder replied, "However, for some reason, I have a bad premonition."
The elders present knitted their brows. They understood that this was a critical juncture, and not a single misstep could be afforded.
"Don't worry too much,"
Duantian Ya chuckled, "Don't you forget, this is the Fire Domain, which grants advantages to the people of the Sky Fire Pavilion. Sir asking us to come here clearly shows his intentions!"
The elders were momentarily stunned, then their understanding dawned, and joy filled their hearts. Just as Duantian Ya said, within the Fire Domain, their combat power was not what it used to be.
Especially since the Fire Domain's fiery energy was extremely potent. As long as they utilized it well, they could possess the might to withstand any attack.
A moment later, the elders sat cross-legged within the Fire Domain, slowly absorbing the spiritual energy of the Fire Domain, preparing to adjust their states to the optimum.
In the nearby woods, the elders of the Divine Wind Pavilion appeared, but they did not rush to pursue.