Chapter 179: Intimidation and Warning—A Midnight Encounter
"Aaahhh!"
As the mountain giant exploded, a figure shot out from within, screaming in agony—
Only to be torn to pieces a second later!
The fragments of his body were all consumed by three-colored flames, burning endlessly…
At the same time, the sky behind the giant ignited with crimson flames, as if the heavens themselves had been torn open!
Every gaze in the city turned upward—toward the slender figure floating alone in the sky.
To all watching, Lin Fan's figure suddenly seemed colossal, awe-inspiring in its presence.
No one had imagined that Lin Fan's strength had reached such terrifying heights!
Zhu Tianhuo and Mu Huang were famed throughout the Ancient Battlefield—both were recognized names on the Nirvana Ranking.
Yet these two were slain by Lin Fan with a single strike each!
How could anyone present not feel shaken? How could they not feel fear?
Worse still, Lin Fan not only possessed overwhelming strength but also an utterly ruthless heart.
They were two of the Great Qian Dynasty's Four Generals…
Yet Lin Fan had killed them without hesitation, without even leaving behind a speck of ash!
Truly terrifying!
In front of the golden palace, the remaining members of the Great Qian Dynasty stared in disbelief. Their expressions contorted in horror.
"Run!"
That was the only thought left in their minds.
All their former arrogance, their superiority as a super dynasty—shattered.
Lin Fan casually extended his hand, drawing in Mu Huang's spatial pouch. His eyes turned toward the golden palace, cold light flashing within them.
In an instant, yuan power surged in his palm—forming a massive energy hand!
BOOM!
The giant hand slammed down where the Great Qian Dynasty members had fled.
BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!
A series of thunderous explosions echoed through the city.
Everyone the Great Qian Dynasty had brought to the Ancient Temple—
was annihilated!
Lin Fan waved his hand again, and a dozen spatial pouches flew into his grasp from the ruins.
Hiss—!
The gathered cultivators from various dynasties gasped.
Ruthless!
Absolutely ruthless!
This was a man no one could afford to provoke!
At that moment, every person present had the same thought:
Lin Fan—must not be trifled with.
Sweeping his gaze around, Lin Fan spoke calmly:
"Those who try to steal the Great Flame Dynasty's inheritance—this is what awaits you."
With the warning delivered, he turned to Lin Dong, Xiao Diao, and Xiao Yan beside him.
"Let's go. The Hundred Dynasty Great War will begin soon—in the core of the Ancient Battlefield."
Without another word, he turned and flew toward the city's edge.
Lin Dong, Xiao Diao, and Xiao Yan followed close behind.
Watching their retreating figures, everyone in the city wore mixed expressions.
Even after witnessing it with their own eyes, many still found it hard to believe—
A cultivator from a low-tier dynasty…
Could be this powerful.
He had casually wiped out elite experts from a super dynasty!
"The Hundred Dynasty War… just got a whole lot more exciting,"
someone muttered, voice tinged with awe.
Lin Fan paid no attention to the whispers.
After leaving the Ancient Temple, Xiao Diao asked,
"So, where to next?"
"There's a city called Myriad Phenomena City on the route to the core.
It's one of the few cities that connects to the central region. We'll head there first,"
Lin Fan replied with a smile.
Lin Dong and the others had no objections.
As they traveled, Lin Dong turned to Lin Fan and Xiao Yan.
"Brother Lin Fan, Xiao Yan—what inheritances did you get?"
Xiao Diao also looked at them curiously.
"I got a mysterious martial art called the White Tiger Star-Shattering Mirror,"
Xiao Yan said with a grin, scratching his head.
"I inherited the Vermilion Bird Hall's master legacy:
the Vermilion Bird Burning Heaven Art—seven martial arts in total,"
Lin Fan replied with a smile.
"You too? I also inherited the Qinglong Hall master's martial art—Azure Dragon Ascension Art,"
Lin Dong said excitedly.
"Among the Four Symbols, Azure Dragon is the leader. Looks like your luck's not bad,"
Lin Fan chuckled.
"Yeah, really lucky,"
Lin Dong smiled sheepishly. "By the way… is the Vermilion Bird Hall's master still alive?"
"That senior passed away long ago,"
Lin Fan replied with a slight shake of the head.
As he spoke, he reached toward his chest, his tone touched with sadness.
"Then… only Senior Qingzhi remains,"
Lin Dong murmured, nodding. He briefly recounted his experience in Azure Dragon Hall, including the mysterious old man who had suddenly appeared.
The Ancient Battlefield was vast, filled with danger at every turn.
Although Lin Fan had already reached the peak of the Sixth Yuan Nirvana stage, just one step away from the seventh tribulation and capable of crushing any participant in the Hundred Dynasty War—
There were still threats far beyond the younger generation lurking in this place.
Thus, the group chose to travel mostly by land—much safer overall.
That night, under a sky shrouded in darkness...
In a mountain range still some distance from Myriad Phenomena City, Lin Fan's group found a quiet spot and lit a campfire.
They sat around the flames, roasting beast meat that gave off a rich, mouthwatering aroma.
Even though the ambient energy was violent, it had no effect on Lin Fan or Lin Dong.
As for Xiao Diao and Xiao Yan, being beasts themselves, they were even more at ease.
In fact, their mere presence kept all surrounding beasts at bay.
No matter how fierce the nearby beast hordes, not a single one dared approach their hundred-meter radius.
Convenient, to say the least.
"At our pace, we should reach Myriad Phenomena City by tomorrow,"
Lin Fan said while turning the meat.
Lin Dong nodded, his expression a bit more serious.
"They say that city is home to super sect experts, and many Nirvana-ranked elites pass through there. We'll need to stay alert."
Xiao Diao yawned lazily,
"Hmph, in Lord Diao's eyes, Nirvana-ranked cultivators are nothing."
Lin Dong warned,
"Unless it's absolutely necessary, you mustn't reveal your true form.
Otherwise, we'll draw even more danger to ourselves."
"Yeah, yeah, I get it,"
Xiao Diao replied with a frown, clearly annoyed.
Not revealing his true form meant fighting at a disadvantage.
Lin Fan smiled,
"No need to stress. You've got me."
As they continued roasting meat and chatting, the mood stayed light.
"Someone's coming."
Suddenly, Xiao Diao narrowed his eyes and alerted the group.
At the same time, Lin Fan, Lin Dong, and Xiao Yan also sensed it.
They raised their heads and looked toward the shadows beyond the trees.
From the forest's darkness, the sound of hurried footsteps echoed.
Xiao Yan reached out and gripped his black iron staff, eyes sharp with caution.
The others remained calm.
The campfire crackled softly—
And soon, three figures stepped out from the shadows.
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