The guards surrounding Shanhai Pavilion had already received their orders.
Thus, they simply watched with fierce gazes as Sun Lianlong stepped onto the mountain.
When Sun Lianlong stood in the open space before the main hall of Shanhai Pavilion, Chu Fan emerged from within.
With just a glance, Sun Lianlong's eyes narrowed.
"It was truly wrong for my brother to provoke you!"
"That he met his death seems to be within reason!"
Sun Lianlong's tone and demeanor appeared calm, not showing much anger.
Both were powerful individuals.
With just a single look, he recognized Chu Fan's extraordinary nature.
Regarding his brother provoking such an existence, Sun Lianlong could only lament fate.
For if it were him, he would not give anyone who dared to cause trouble an opportunity to live.
The blame could only be placed on inferior strength, on provoking the wrong person.
"You are not bad either!"
Chu Fan replied with a smile.
"However, if you wish to engage me, you must first answer a few questions."
Sun Lianlong's brow twitched, "What questions!"
It was rare to encounter an opponent who could put him under pressure, and the other party was clearly waiting for him to come seeking trouble. Sun Lianlong was not in a hurry to act.
The person was here, how could he escape?
Furthermore, when did the Dragon God Kingdom produce such a young and powerful individual? Why was there no news from the Martial Sect?
This was what Sun Lianlong found peculiar.
"There is someone from your Martial Sect assigned to Shanhai City, known as Lord Zhang. Do you have any impression of him?" Chu Fan asked.
Upon learning that Sun Lianlong hailed from the Martial Sect, he had this idea.
To understand a person's information, there was no better way than to start from the source.
As a member of the Martial Sect, it seemed easier to investigate more details about Lord Zhang by approaching someone from the Martial Sect.
It was with this thought that Chu Fan had instructed the Central Plains War Emperor to inform Sun Lianlong of the specific situation, leading him to stand here now.
If you want a fight, it's simple, first give me the information I desire.
"Lord Zhang?"
Sun Lianlong frowned, thinking for a moment, and asked in return, "Is the Lord Zhang you speak of named Zhang Wudao?"
"Perhaps. I haven't fully investigated his name yet!"
Sun Lianlong hummed and said, "If it is indeed Zhang Wudao, then I can tell you that he is no longer a member of the Martial Sect!"
"Several years ago, he committed an act of rebellion and was dismissed from his position by the Martial Sect."
Upon hearing this, clear confusion appeared in Chu Fan's eyes.
When he first learned that Lord Zhang was a member of the Martial Sect, he had been wondering if the assassination attempt on his mother was secretly sanctioned by the Martial Sect.
Now, knowing this situation, he realized that if Zhang Wudao was indeed Lord Zhang, then his previous conjecture might be mistaken.
The Martial Sect had not participated in the assassination attempt on his mother.
Lord Zhang was possibly expelled from the Martial Sect precisely because he committed such an act.
In that case, there was no need to continue asking other questions.
Sun Lianlong was not interested in why Chu Fan was inquiring about Zhang Wudao. He slightly shook his neck to loosen his muscles and asked, "Do you have anything else to ask?"
"If not, we can begin!"
To this, Chu Fan shook his head and said with a smile, "There's no need to fight!"
"You can go back!"
Sun Lianlong's eyes narrowed, a cold glint surging within them, "Why?"
"You are no match for me!"
"You will only die if you fight me!"
A stronger chill surged from him as Chu Fan uttered his last word.
Sensing the oppressive aura that washed over him, Sun Lianlong's expression gradually became serious.
At this moment, he finally realized that he had underestimated the young man before him; he was much more formidable than he had initially perceived.
However, having come with the fury of revenge, Sun Lianlong was unwilling to leave just like that.
He said, "You are very strong!"
"But you cannot expect me to leave just because of that!"
His fighting spirit surged; he would not rest without a battle.
Having reached the Grand Master realm, he had not encountered an opponent who could pressure him so much, apart from his elders within the sect.
On the path of the strong, to ascend higher, one needed to constantly contend with other powerful individuals.
When facing elders within his sect, due to the relationship, Sun Lianlong could fight, but he couldn't fully unleash himself and experience the brink of life and death.
The Chu Fan before him, in Sun Lianlong's eyes, was perfectly suited.
He was strong enough, allowing for a full-fledged engagement without any reservations.
How could he possibly give up such an opportunity for the sake of a few intimidating words?
Chu Fan's brow slightly lifted, not expecting Sun Lianlong to be so unyielding, wanting to press on even when he knew he was outmatched.
After a moment of thought, he said, "If you wish to try, I can grant you that!"
"However, you must agree to one condition!"
To achieve his goal, Sun Lianlong asked curiously, "What condition!"
"I will spare your life this time!"
"Afterward, I want detailed information about Zhang Wudao. If possible, I would prefer his current whereabouts!"
What could be used should not be wasted.
Chu Fan knew that the Martial Sect must possess a more comprehensive intelligence network in the Dragon God Kingdom than the Azure Dragon Consortium.
It was difficult for him to track Lord Zhang's whereabouts on his own, but the Martial Sect certainly could. After all, Lord Zhang was once a member of the Martial Sect, and even though he had long been expelled, he must still maintain contact with some individuals within it.
Secondly, if Zhang Wudao was indeed Lord Zhang, obtaining his specific information, such as his appearance, would allow the Azure Dragon Consortium to conduct a comprehensive search using the Sky Eye system.
No matter how deeply he hid, as long as he showed himself, his movements would be exposed.
If it were someone else seeking death, Chu Fan would not be so accommodating.
Not killing Sun Lianlong was not out of fear of the Martial Sect behind him, but because he planned to use him as an opening to investigate the Martial Sect.
The Martial Sect was deeply involved with the martial arts families of the Dragon God Kingdom.
Using this as a breakthrough, it would be possible to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the martial arts families and the ancient families that were deeply hidden within the Dragon God Kingdom.
Sun Lianlong was clearly stunned, not understanding why the person before him was so concerned about a past figure.
However, Sun Lianlong, who wanted to gauge the gap between himself and Chu Fan, naturally agreed with a nod.
The agreement was reached.
Chu Fan slightly lifted his chin, "Then you can make your move!"
"Given your reasonableness, it's not much to allow you three moves!"
"Heh..."
Sun Lianlong chuckled.
"Young man, being strong does not mean you can be arrogant!"
"Underestimating your opponent too much is not a good thing!"
To this, Chu Fan replied casually, "Is underestimating the opponent a good thing!"
"But for you, you are not capable!"
These words were like a needle, completely pricking the anger within Sun Lianlong's heart.
"Hmph..."
Sun Lianlong let out an angry snort and his figure flashed as he lunged towards Chu Fan.
The sound of wind and thunder rushed straight to the heavens from the top of Shanhai Pavilion.
He said he would allow three moves, and he meant three moves.
When Sun Lianlong launched his fourth strike, Chu Fan retaliated with one move.
The guards looking up from the foot of the mountain heard a thunderous explosion, followed by a figure being flung down from above Shanhai Pavilion.
*Puff*...
As Sun Lianlong landed, blood gushed uncontrollably from his mouth.
Even greater fury welled up in his eyes.
As a Great Grand Master, he couldn't even withstand a single move from the opponent.
Sun Lianlong's confidence was severely shaken.
*Swish*...
He twisted his toes, kicking up a patch of soil, and the entire person charged back towards the mountaintop with the whistling wind and thunder.
On the mountaintop.
Chu Fan, who was about to turn back into Shanhai Pavilion, sensing Sun Lianlong's defiance and his intention to continue fighting, widened his eyes.
"You are courting death!"