The flames of war were extinguished just like that.
More than twenty Supremes submitted, all of them from various factions.
"City Lord."
At this moment, Tian Wen took the initiative to speak, "Regarding our branding, can the City Lord please not spread it outside?"
They were all the pride of their respective factions and cared about their reputation.
To admit they had submitted to someone else?
They were all proud individuals, and it would not look good if word got out.
Chen Fan smiled and said, "That's not necessarily true."
Everyone: "..."
Amidst their confusion, Chen Fan provided the answer: "I don't need you to do anything for me, but I do need you to adhere to one point I make. It's that simple. If you do, this matter will only be known to you and me."
A simple choice.
"I understand."
Tian Wen was still the first to lower her head: "We will never hunt down those from the lower realms again, and to the best of our abilities, we will even help them."
If you can't resist, then enjoy it.
"That is excellent."
Chen Fan was very satisfied with this answer and smiled, "Since that's the case, you may all disperse."
"Buzz."
The Five Elements Domain and the Gravity Domain were withdrawn.
"Farewell."
Tian Wen turned and left.
Not to return to Freedom City, but to leave this place.
In front of Chen Fan, the pressure was immense.
Rather than wasting more time here, it was better to do something else.
Everyone bowed in succession and departed.
Only Zhao Kai remained, bowing deeply, "If the City Lord has any commands, this subordinate dares not disobey. However, at this moment, this subordinate must return to the Central Continent to settle his sect's affairs. Once this is resolved, this subordinate will immediately return and serve under you."
"..."
Zhao Kai's words actually put Chen Fan in a difficult position.
He knew what the other party needed.
The enlightenment of an Emperor of Heaven, which he had intercepted in the river of rules.
Mutual enlightenment was a tremendous opportunity for Zhao Kai.
"Alright."
Ultimately, Chen Fan did not refuse the other party's loyalty.
This was a good thing, wasn't it?
...
It was over.
Apart from the corpses scattered on the ground, everyone had left.
Only Chen Fan and the Imperial Butterfly on his shoulder remained.
"City Lord, are you this strong now?" The Imperial Butterfly looked at Chen Fan as if for the first time.
Terrified, shocked, and full of admiration.
A demonic beast developed admiration for a human.
"That's enough."
Chen Fan smiled indifferently, "Seeing you like this, you must have been tormented quite a bit. Go to Freedom City and recover first. Tian Zai is also there."
"Mm."
Tian Zai could sense the Imperial Butterfly's aura.
The Imperial Butterfly would surely be able to sense Tian Zai's presence as well.
...
Within the city.
The entire Freedom City knew about Chen Fan's affairs.
At one point, everyone believed Chen Fan was doomed.
After all, the Central Continent and the Eastern Continent had gathered too many Supreme powerhouses.
Who could stand against them?
Countless people were watching, and slowly, a figure appeared in their line of sight.
"Chen Fan?"
"Why him?"
"Did those major powers let him go?"
They were bewildered.
Those who were watching had considered all possibilities, but they had never imagined Chen Fan would return safely.
This was impossible.
How could this be?
No one knew what had happened.
"Hi."
From afar, Chen Fan even waved his hand in greeting.
He wasn't greeting just anyone, but Qingluan.
Qingluan was also in the crowd, watching along with the city's inhabitants.
Chen Fan's return also greatly surprised her.
Immediately, a smile appeared on her face, "Congratulations."
"Heh."
Chen Fan smiled indifferently, "There's nothing to congratulate about. It was just dealing with some insects."
Little insects.
Chen Fan had learned to use this term now.
Calling them that made him sound imposing.
Then, Qingluan's gaze fell upon the Imperial Butterfly, and she was slightly taken aback, "Imperial Butterfly?"
The Imperial Butterfly looked up, its bloodline stirring slightly, and then spoke, "Qingluan?"
"Hmm?"
Chen Fan looked at the Imperial Butterfly and then at Qingluan, confused.
The Imperial Butterfly spoke directly, "In ancient times, the Imperial Butterfly clan greatly enjoyed eating Qingluan."
Qingluan's gaze turned grim, "Are you seeking death?"
Demonic beasts valued their bloodlines above all else.
Inherent nobility and fear were imprinted in their bloodlines.
The Imperial Butterfly's memory told it that the creature before it was food.
And Qingluan felt a strong killing intent surge within her.
The two beasts were meeting for the first time, yet they radiated intense hostility towards each other.
Chen Fan: "..."
He hadn't expected such intense animosity to arise between them the moment they met.
He quickly said, "Fellow Daoist Qingluan, I have urgent matters to attend to, so I will enter the city first."
"Whoosh."
Daring not to linger, Chen Fan rushed into the city, and with a flash, entered the inn.
"You're back?"
Wu Sheng opened his eyes and looked at Chen Fan, "Just how strong have you become?"
"Eight strands of Imperial Qi." Chen Fan did not hide anything from Wu Sheng.
Wu Sheng's expression slightly stiffened, and he sighed, "Your talent is greater than mine."
He, Wu Sheng, had never bowed to anyone in his life.
But towards Chen Fan, he was convinced.
Eight strands of Imperial Qi, this was on the verge of the level of a titled Emperor.
"It's nothing."
Chen Fan was quite humble, "Senior, as a descendant of the Immemorial Supreme, your future is promising."
"..."
Wu Sheng fell silent.
Forget it, let's not talk about it.
His physical condition was poor and required a long period of recovery.
"City Lord."
At this moment, Pang Tong stepped forward and said, "Previously, someone came to look for the City Lord."
"Who?"
"A resident of Freedom City."
"Hmm?"
"That person hoped the City Lord could do him a favor and absorb miasma. As long as the City Lord agreed, any request could be made."
"Oh?"
Chen Fan raised an eyebrow, looked at Pang Tong, and smiled, "How much benefit did you receive from them to be speaking on their behalf?"
"This..."
Being seen through instantly, Pang Tong was embarrassed.
He said sheepishly, "It's nothing, just passing on a message."
"Heh heh."
Chen Fan smiled slightly.
But this made Pang Tong's expression change, and a hint of fear appeared in his heart. He quickly lowered his head, "I'm sorry, I'll return the items immediately."
"No need."
Chen Fan stopped him and said, "If you've accepted it, then you've accepted it. It's nothing. Just be honest with me from now on."
"Yes."
"Alright, you may go."
"Yes."
Pang Tong dared not say anything more and quickly withdrew.
After Pang Tong left, Chen Fan said to the Imperial Butterfly, "You and Tian Zai can recover in the same room. Since you are both demonic beasts, there's no need to be concerned about anything."
"Yes."
The Imperial Butterfly said nothing.
As for Wu Sheng, he had already entered a state of cultivation.
And Chen Fang returned to his own room.
He closed his eyes.
"Buzz."
The river of rules appeared.
He once again entered the river of rules.
"Swish."
The river of rules was now much larger compared to before.
The rules, transformed into water, flowed quietly, occasionally creating ripples.
The width of this river of rules was nearly ten meters, with half of it already containing sorted rules.
The rules that had been imprinted into it before had been straightened out.
The remaining half was still in a state of disarray, with many rules yet to be sorted.
Fortunately, there was nothing else to do, so Chen Fan resumed his role as a transporter.
Transporting rules and sorting out the Great Dao.
"Swish."
There were too many rules. Chen Fan spent a long time and only managed to sort out three more.
"Why is it so difficult?"
It was too strenuous.
The more he sorted, the harder it became.