The bald man looked serious, fully aware of the consequences if he were to deceive Lu Fan.
"Are there still disciples who haven't arrived within the Golden Light Cave Heaven?"
Lu Fan looked towards the elder, his expression growing colder.
"This..."
The elder's expression shifted. "There are so many disciples who go out, naturally, some are not present!"
"He stole something important from me, and I will not let this matter rest!"
Lu Fan stated directly, "I hope the elder can understand!"
Just as Lu Fan spoke, a white-haired old man also appeared on the plaza.
"Greetings, Sect Master!"
Many disciples paid their respects, instantly gaining confidence. Lu Fan had demonstrated considerable strength, but the Sect Master of the Golden Light Cave Heaven was no pushover either.
"Are you the Sect Master of the Golden Light Cave Heaven?"
Lu Fan looked over and asked directly.
The Golden Light Sect Master nodded. "I am the Golden Light Sect Master. You mentioned losing something, is it not this item?"
The Golden Light Sect Master held the Spirit Gathering Bottle in his hand.
Upon seeing this, Lu Fan snatched the Golden Light Bottle away.
The disciples of the Golden Light Cave Heaven were astonished, never expecting that the Golden Light Cave Heaven truly possessed something belonging to Lu Fan.
"Sect Master, this..."
Several elders frowned, appearing somewhat helpless.
"It's alright!"
The Golden Light Sect Master waved his hand. "It is my inadequate teaching that caused this inconvenience for fellow Daoist!"
Lu Fan, however, let out a cold laugh and lunged towards the Golden Light Sect Master.
"Sect Master, be careful!"
Everyone was shocked. The Golden Light Sect Master retreated backward, but Lu Fan was incredibly fast. Even if he wanted to evade, it was too late.
In an instant, Lu Fan had the Golden Light Sect Master by the throat. "I think this isn't a blessed land at all, but a den of thieves!"
The disciples of the Golden Light Cave Heaven were enraged, but Lu Fan's ability to capture their Sect Master indicated extraordinary strength. Though they wished to intervene, they were powerless.
"Fellow Daoist, the incident has occurred, and it is indeed the Golden Light Cave Heaven's fault!"
The Golden Light Sect Master said with a wry smile, "My death is insignificant, I beg you to spare the others in the Cave Heaven!"
Lu Fan was indifferent. He hadn't been this furious initially, but Hu Yu's theft of the Spirit Gathering Bottle had greatly displeased him.
"Release my master!"
Seeing the dire situation, Hu Yu quickly appeared. "One person's actions, one person bears. Since I stole it, kill me if you must!" Su Dan Novel Network
"Finally willing to show yourself?"
Lu Fan spoke coldly, his gaze fixed on Hu Yu.
Hu Yu was nonchalant. Since Lu Fan had come looking for her, she had nothing to say.
"Senior Sister!"
The people of the Golden Light Cave Heaven cried out, their hearts stirred.
"That's right, the spiritual artifacts you all use daily were stolen by me from the outside!"
Hu Yu stated, "The Golden Light Cave Heaven has been in decline, and I did not wish for my master to be sad, so I've been trying to improve the Cave Heaven's resources!"
The disciples were somewhat moved and speechless. They had witnessed Hu Yu's actions.
Perhaps to others, Hu Yu was a thief, but in their hearts, she was the best Senior Sister.
"This is a Qiankun Bag, and everything inside is accounted for!"
Hu Yu said, "If you are angry, direct it all at me!"
Lu Fan took the Qiankun Bag and examined it carefully. "I can let you off the hook, but you must take me to the Tongtian Academy!"
"Do you really think I know anything about the Tongtian Academy?"
Hu Yu chuckled, "If I knew, I would have brought you there long ago, why would I bother with you?"
Lu Fan's face turned ashen. He knew that Hu Yu was likely deceiving him, but he was now lost and somewhat at a disadvantage.
"If fellow Daoist is unsure of something, you can go to Shenji Mountain. You might find answers there!"
The Golden Light Sect Master offered, "Shenji Mountain is filled with divine calculators, capable of even deducing heavenly secrets. There is nothing in this world they do not know!"
"Shenji Mountain? Is it truly that powerful?"
Lu Fan was somewhat surprised and looked at Hu Yu. "In that case, you shall take me to Shenji Mountain, and I will spare your life!"
Hu Yu looked surprised at this statement. "Really? As long as I take you, you won't pursue this matter?"
"My word is my bond, why would I lie!"
Lu Fan spoke solemnly, "What, are you unwilling?"
"Of course, I'm willing!"
Hu Yu quickly nodded. "I'll take you there now!"
Lu Fan said nothing more. Although Hu Yu had angered him, she was not irredeemably evil. If she could help him find the Tongtian Academy, her actions might be forgivable.
"This fellow Daoist has a generous heart. Xiao Yu, you will accompany him and take good care of him. Do not cause any more trouble!" the Golden Light Sect Master said.
"Master, don't worry, I wouldn't dare!"
Hu Yu said repeatedly. If she had known Lu Fan was so powerful, so much so that even her master was no match, she wouldn't have dared to act rashly.
Leaving the Golden Light Cave Heaven, the two figures transformed into streaks of light and flew towards a certain direction.
Within the Golden Light Cave Heaven, the elders expressed their concern. "Sect Master, will Xiao Yu be alright?"
"Rest assured, if that person were truly ruthless, he would have likely destroyed the Cave Heaven by now. Why would he do this?" The Golden Light Sect Master waved his hand. "To possess such cultivation at such a young age is truly remarkable!"
"Indeed, even Sect Master Senior Brother couldn't react in time. His strength is truly formidable!" Several elders nodded, their expressions grave.
Meanwhile, in mid-air, Hu Yu carefully reviewed the route and then accelerated her pace.
"Don't try any tricks. If you deceive me again this time, I won't let it go!" Lu Fan threatened.
"Rest assured, my life is in your hands!"
Hu Yu said with a wry smile, "If I dared to act rashly again, wouldn't that be seeking death!"
"It's good that you know!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly, quite satisfied.
"By the way, didn't you say you came from a small dynasty?"
Hu Yu asked in surprise, "Why are you so powerful? I've never seen anyone your age from a small dynasty this formidable!"
"It's best not to ask what you shouldn't,"
Lu Fan's expression was indifferent. He felt some dissatisfaction towards Hu Yu.
Hu Yu looked innocent and then closed her mouth.
After a while, Lu Fan discovered a vast mountain range ahead, with numerous formations and mechanisms within it.
From afar, he could see many figures on the mountainside, wearing unified attire, looking quite imposing.
"Could this be Shenji Mountain ahead?"
Lu Fan asked, with some confusion.
"That's right!"
Hu Yu nodded. "This is Shenji Mountain ahead, but whether you can enter depends on your ability!"
"What do you mean by that?"
Lu Fan frowned. "Does entering Shenji Mountain require any conditions?"
"There are many people in this world who seek answers!"
Hu Yu shrugged. "You are not the only one, so entering Shenji Mountain requires a bit of luck!"
Lu Fan was slightly stunned, instantly feeling a sense of being deceived, but he couldn't directly express it.