The people of Tianlong City were somewhat incredulous at the scene before them. This was their City Lord, yet before Lu Fan, he was like a pet, trembling and causing much confusion.
"The City Lord of Tianlong City yearns for the Divine Path and wishes to travel there with me!"
Lu Fan said with a smile, "In that case, we should be happy!"
Zhao Xiaotian stood by, instantly understanding. They naturally grasped the meaning behind Lu Fan's words and didn't need him to elaborate.
"I truly didn't expect that sir could succeed!"
Zhao Xiaotian revealed a look of joy, appearing even more delighted. This way, they had gained another formidable general.
Possessing the bloodline of a divine beast was no ordinary dragon lineage, and it would undoubtedly possess great deterrent power in the future, even playing an important role on the Divine Path ahead.
"Everyone, I entrust Tianlong City to you!"
Tianlong spoke, casting his gaze towards the people of Tianlong City. His expression was serious, his eyes filled with solemnity.
"City Lord..."
The crowd wanted to say something but then fell silent. They hadn't expected things to turn out this way, catching them off guard.
Under normal circumstances, it shouldn't have been like this, but now, it seemed it could only be so.
"You don't need to say more!"
The City Lord of Tianlong City waved his hand, his expression growing colder, as if everything was under his control.
However, everyone knew very well that the City Lord of Tianlong City had likely been subdued by Lu Fan, and returning to Tianlong City would not be easy.
Yet, they couldn't understand why, under normal circumstances, the City Lord of Tianlong City shouldn't have been subdued so easily, especially since he possessed the bloodline of a divine beast, his strength naturally extraordinary.
Concurrently, everyone could clearly sense Lu Fan's aura, making it difficult to say anything further.
After leaving Tianlong City, Lu Fan looked at Tianlong and said, "Don't worry, if you're reluctant to be here, after accompanying me on this Divine Path, I can let you return!"
"I won't believe your nonsense!" Tianlong rolled his eyes. "I know exactly what kind of person you are. You want to control me!"
"No matter what I want, I will ultimately become a god!" Lu Fan's eyes were solemn. "And no one can stop me. This is my confidence!"
"I hope your confidence doesn't disappoint you!"
Tianlong smiled faintly, his expression growing indifferent. Since Lu Fan had said as much, he saw no need to say anything more.
However, he was quite displeased with Lu Fan capturing him and doing these things.
It was a pity he was outmatched and could only comply with Lu Fan. Otherwise, with his strength, he might have met a certain death.
"You don't need to worry too much. With me around, nothing will happen!" Lu Fan said with a smile.
"You might not know this! At the end of the Divine Path, there might be semi-divine powerhouses. If that's truly the case, even with your immense strength, you won't be able to achieve much!"
"Semi-divine powerhouses?"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, his gaze instantly becoming serious. He hadn't expected semi-gods to truly exist.
If that were the case, it would indeed be somewhat tricky, as semi-divine powerhouses were not to be trifled with.
"So, it's not too late for you to regret it. We can guard Tianlong City together, and we can live comfortably within this Divine Path," Tianlong said directly. "But if you venture to the other side of the Divine Path, you might very well die on the spot!"
Lu Fan remained unfazed by these words, a slight smile playing on his lips. "You're right, all of this could happen. But what does it matter? Since I've chosen this path, I must strive to complete it!"
"You chose the path, not I!"
Tianlong rolled his eyes. "So you shouldn't have brought me!"
Lu Fan's expression turned awkward. He hadn't expected Tianlong to speak like this, which made him quite displeased.
After all, in this world, the strong held the right to speak. If you didn't want to become strong, you could only be trampled upon.
"Don't you understand yet? The reason you are in such a predicament is because your strength is not great enough!" Zhao Xiaotian said. "If you could have defeated my master today, none of this would have happened!"
At these words, Tianlong was instantly silenced. He understood very well that this matter was no small thing and not as simple as he imagined.
Seeing the scene before him, Lu Fan said no more and slowly stepped forward. They still had a long way to go, and there should be many twists and turns on this Divine Path.
As they journeyed, everyone's expressions were somewhat grim. The ground was littered with bones, and even Heavenly Lord realm powerhouses could not escape this fate.
However, judging by the skeletal remains on the ground, it was evident that they were gradually approaching the other side of the Divine Path. Those with weaker strength could not reach this place, and most of the dead were Heavenly Lord experts.
"How bloody!"
Zhao Xiaotian exclaimed, "Even the path to godhood, can't it be more peaceful? Or wait for the opportune moment for godhood to appear? Why the mutual slaughter!"
"Perhaps there are not many positions for gods!"
Lu Fan smiled. "So, the strong don't want others to have this opportunity and will forcefully act. In that case, there's no need to care!"
To this statement, everyone present nodded slightly, quite understanding what Lu Fan meant.
The sounds of fighting echoed throughout the Divine Path. Some were killing and looting, while others were snatching spiritual energy. It was as if this place was a lawless zone where one could kill wantonly; as long as you could survive here, it proved everything.
Lu Fan and his companions walked on the Divine Path, paying no heed to the skirmishes. The other people dared not make a move against Lu Fan and his group.
After all, the aura emanating from Lu Fan and his companions was extraordinary and not something ordinary people could provoke.
"The path to godhood is paved with bones!"
Zhao Xiaotian said with a wry smile, "In this cultivation world, it's truly not easy to survive!"
"That's well said!"
Lu Fan nodded. "So, if you don't want to become one of the bones underfoot, you must strive to stand at the very top. Only then can you control everything!"
Upon hearing these words, everyone nodded, showing no hesitation.
After walking for a long time on the Divine Path, Lu Fan allowed everyone to rest aside. Tianlong stood silently to the side, still seemingly sulking.
"Since you have no desire to be with me, you might as well go back!" Lu Fan looked at Tianlong. "I won't make things difficult for you!"
"Is that true?"
Tianlong looked sharply at Lu Fan, his eyes filled with seriousness.