"I've found out!" Han Yunhai nodded. "The Martial Arts Heaven Ranking is a list within the martial arts world. A martial arts tournament is held every three years. In all past tournaments, there was no Heaven Ranking!"
"I see!" Lu Fan was even more surprised. "If that's the case, wouldn't there have been a clear distinction between strong and weak in the martial arts world long ago?"
"That's right. Those who can make it onto the Martial Arts Heaven Ranking have at least Grandmaster strength," Han Yunhai nodded. "More importantly, I've looked at the past first-place winners of the Martial Arts Heaven Ranking, and they were all reclusive old monsters."
"Did you see Du Qianqiu?" Lu Fan asked urgently.
"No, I didn't!" Han Yunhai said helplessly. "By all rights, he was already a Grandmaster thirty years ago, so he must have known about the Martial Arts Heaven Ranking!"
"It's possible he simply disdains it," Lu Fan frowned. "After all, the Martial Arts Heaven Ranking is just for Grandmasters to compete."
"Are you implying that Du Qianqiu's strength is not that of a Grandmaster? But something higher? Reaching the Battle Spirit realm?"
Han Yunhai's expression turned serious as he said in a deep voice.
"Exactly. He was a Grandmaster thirty years ago, and now his strength is likely terrifying," Lu Fan nodded slightly. "Even if I met him, I might not have a chance of winning."
"You jest, sir," Han Yunhai said softly. "With your abilities, you might not fear him."
"Let's hope so!" Lu Fan nodded slightly. "Du Qianqiu has disappeared without a trace. Have you investigated his disciples?"
"I haven't found any disciples, but I have found someone," Han Yunhai stated. "I haven't fully confirmed it yet, which is why I haven't informed you, sir."
"Who?" Lu Fan's expression was cold.
"His name is Du Haisheng. Rumor has it he is Du Qianqiu's illegitimate son," Han Yunhai said. "This Du Haisheng is quite famous in the martial arts world." Su Dan Novel Network
"Where is he?" Lu Fan's expression was cold. "If I can kill his illegitimate son, I don't believe Du Qianqiu won't show himself!"
"Zhongzhou!"
Han Yunhai said solemnly, "This year's martial arts tournament will also be held in Zhongzhou!"
"How much time is left?" Lu Fan asked.
"Three months!" Han Yunhai replied directly. "Are you planning to participate, sir?"
"Du Haisheng is in Zhongzhou, and the martial arts tournament is also in Zhongzhou. Isn't this exactly what we wanted?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "I just don't know if it's difficult to get first place on the Martial Arts Heaven Ranking!"
"If you go in person, it won't be difficult at all," Han Yunhai chuckled. "After all, with your abilities, obtaining first place on the Heaven Ranking would be as easy as blowing away dust."
"Don't flatter me again!" Lu Fan flicked his eyes. "The martial arts tournament is still three months away. You should also prepare yourself. If you can break through to Grandmaster soon, it will be helpful to me when we get to Zhongzhou!"
Han Yunhai gave an awkward smile. "I will do my utmost and will never disappoint you, sir!"
"That would be for the best!" Lu Fan nodded slightly. "But speaking of which, you've been at the Half-step Grandmaster realm for some time. Breaking through to Grandmaster now shouldn't be difficult."
Han Yunhai nodded solemnly, but felt a touch of bitterness in his heart. Not everyone could break through to the Grandmaster realm as easily as Lu Fan.
If that were the case, he wouldn't have been stuck outside the Grandmaster realm for so long.
As time passed, a month quickly went by. Wenfan Company was on the right track, and under Lin Ke's management, Qingyun Group had also become a major conglomerate in Chuzhou, holding a prominent position.
In a Chuzhou apartment, as Lu Fan walked in, Lin Xiuhua said with a smile, "Oh, it's Xiao Fan! Come and sit down quickly!"
"Isn't Uncle here?" Lu Fan asked curiously. "He called me to come to the Chuzhou apartment. I wonder what it's about?"
"Naturally, it's to give you money!" Lin Xiuhua smiled. "If it weren't for your support, Wenfan Company couldn't have opened. Your uncle only contributed a little effort. Now that it's time for dividends, you won't be shortchanged!"
"So it's about this!" Lu Fan chuckled. "Actually, Uncle doesn't need to do this."
Just then, Yang Shiwen walked in from outside. "That's not right. This is necessary. The money came from you, so how could Uncle be ungrateful?"
After saying that, Yang Shiwen produced a check. "Here's ten million. Wenfan Company has developed very well, and now it has finally made a profit!"
"Uncle, please take this money!" Lu Fan said with a smile. "You need it more than I do."
"Look at what you're saying. The money is yours, and you found the people. How can Uncle take your money?" Yang Shiwen waved his hand. "I have my own share."
"Even so, please take this money, Uncle," Lu Fan stated directly. "I'm not interested in money."
Yang Shiwen firmly refused, causing Lu Fan a headache. Ten million was nothing in his eyes, but for Yang Shiwen, it was startup capital.
"Dad, why don't you take this money?" Yang Zixin said. "Xiao Fan might really not need this money."
"What are you saying? This money all belongs to Xiao Fan," Yang Shiwen said seriously. "How can we take advantage of Xiao Fan?"
"Uncle, the company should expand now, and we should also change where we live," Lu Fan said with a slight smile. "Please take this money for now. When the company grows in the future, I'll share the profits!"
"But..."
Yang Shiwen wanted to say more, but Lu Fan waved his hand, seemingly unwilling to say more.
Seeing Lu Fan's attitude, Yang Shiwen could only nod. "In that case, this ten million will be kept with me. Let me know when you need it!"
Lu Fan nodded, then habitually sat to the side and started eating sunflower seeds.
"By the way, I might be going out in a few days," Lu Fan said. "If anything comes up, remember to call me!"
"Don't worry, Xiao Fan!" Yang Zixin smiled. "Even if you didn't remind me, I would definitely call you!"
"That would be for the best," Lu Fan smiled. "If I really can't make it back in time, notify the Zhao family. You understand what I mean, right?"
"Of course, I understand!" Yang Zixin said with a smile.
At the reception that day, the head of the Zhao family had been very respectful to Lu Fan. As Lu Fan's cousin, the Zhao family would likely not stand by if something were to happen.
After leaving the Chuzhou apartment, Lu Fan returned to the Riverside Villa.
"Brother Lu, you're so punctual," Lin Xiaojia said with a smile. "It's just dinner time, and the food is already on the table!"
"It seems my taste buds are in for a treat!" Lu Fan smiled and walked towards the living room. The others also gathered at the dining table.
"Xiao Ke, I'm leaving for a few days. Don't miss me," Lu Fan said with a smile.
"As long as you come back alive, I don't mind," Lin Ke said casually.
"Don't worry! This kid is very capable," the old man chuckled. "There aren't many people who can make him stumble!"