"I see!"
The Zhao family head was instantly a little disappointed. They had thought that with Zhao Hanxue bringing so many immortal fruits, the entire Zhao family would undoubtedly become a dominant force in the Triangular Domain in the future. However, it now seemed he had been thinking too much.
"But don't worry, Dad. Even without so many immortal fruits, the Zhao family will be fine," Zhao Hanxue said seriously. "As long as I'm here, I won't allow anything to happen to the Zhao family."
"With your words, I, your father, have come to terms with it,"
The Zhao family head nodded. "However, I see that the person who came with you today is handsome and can fight against a Half-Saint. He seems like a good candidate."
"Dad, what are you talking about!" Zhao Hanxue rolled her eyes. "He's just my friend. You're not suggesting I... that I get involved with him, are you?"
"Friends can become family, especially with such a good opportunity," the Zhao family head smiled. "Moreover, he has been kind to our Zhao family. If you marry him, I can also be at ease. At least within the Triangular Domain, there should be no one among the younger generation more suitable than him."
"Dad, even if that's what you think, have you considered that he might not be interested in me?" Zhao Hanxue rolled her eyes. "After all, such things cannot be forced."
"Could it be that he is interested in the woman beside him?"
The Zhao family head frowned. "If that's the case, I'll handle this matter personally."
"No, no, please don't do anything rash!"
Zhao Hanxue shook her head. "The one beside him is a maid. How could there be anything between them? However, one thing is certain: he is not interested in me. I could sense it when we were in Shen Huang Mountain."
"How do you know if you don't try! Don't rely on assumptions."
The Zhao family head waved his hand. "If it doesn't work out, I'll go ask him myself later and see what he says."
"This is our generation's matter. Dad, please don't get involved."
Zhao Hanxue said helplessly, "If you do this, how are we supposed to proceed?"
"Alright, since you've said so, I won't interfere in this matter," the Zhao family head shrugged. "Three days from now is the enrollment day for Tongtian Academy. You can go together then! With your talent, you should be able to get admitted."
"If it were before, I wouldn't be entirely confident, but it's different now."
Zhao Hanxue smiled. "Entering Tongtian Academy doesn't seem that difficult anymore."
"After consuming the immortal fruit, things are indeed different."
The Zhao family head smiled. "It's a pity that our ancestor is no longer here. If he knew you had broken through to Half-Saint, he would be so happy."
"Even so, life is unpredictable. If our ancestor could have gone with me, perhaps you would have returned alive," Zhao Hanxue said with a wry smile. "It's a pity all that is in the past."
"Perhaps this is destiny!"
The Zhao family head shook his head. "Some things cannot be forced."
As night fell, the Zhao residence was brightly lit, with many experts gathered. Leading them was the Zhao family head, awaiting Lu Fan's arrival.
Meanwhile, outside the gate, Zhao Hanxue brought Lu Fan into the courtyard. He was now wearing a red outfit, making him look even more festive.
"Young friend Lu!"
The Zhao family head quickly cupped his fists, showing a great deal of respect.
If Lu Fan hadn't intervened, the entire Zhao family would have faced a catastrophe. The Zhao family head had never doubted this, so he regarded Lu Fan with great importance.
"Thank you for your hospitality, Patriarch Zhao!" Lu Fan cupped his fists.
"Young friend Lu, you flatter this old man,"
The Zhao family head shook his head. "You are a benefactor to our Zhao family. This is just a banquet; there's no need to thank me."
"It was just a small effort. Patriarch Zhao, you don't need to be like this," Lu Fan waved his hand.
"By the way, I've received news that Tongtian Academy will be enrolling students in three days. We can go together then,"
Zhao Hanxue smiled. "Once we enter Tongtian Academy, we must look out for each other. I've heard that at Tongtian Academy, everyone is a peerless genius, a monstrous talent. If we are bullied by them, there'll be nowhere to seek justice."
"Miss Zhao, rest assured, within Tongtian Academy, if anyone makes trouble for Miss Zhao, I will naturally not stand by and do nothing," Lu Fan chuckled. "But speaking of which, Tongtian Academy has many outstanding talents. It's a fortunate thing if we can enter it this time."
Zhao Hanxue nodded slightly. What Lu Fan said was true, and she understood it quite clearly.
"By the way, I noticed that your aura hasn't reached Half-Saint, yet you are more powerful than a Half-Saint?"
The Zhao family head suddenly asked, looking at Lu Fan. "Could it be that you are hiding your aura?"
"That's not it!"
Lu Fan shook his head and said, "Perhaps my spiritual energy is denser, which allows me to fight across realms."
"I don't believe it. Are you using some special means?" Zhao Hanxue suddenly smiled. "Why don't you spar with me? I've been wanting to test your skills."
"This is the Zhao family, it might not be appropriate," Lu Fan gave an awkward smile.
"What's not appropriate about it? I don't think there's anything wrong,"
Zhao Hanxue smiled faintly. At that very moment, a powerful inner force surged, striking towards Lu Fan without any reservation. She knew very well that if she didn't go all out, Lu Fan would never show his true strength.
Sensing this gust of wind, Lu Fan remained motionless. With a mere lift of his hand, he suppressed the entire aura. He didn't even blink an eye.
The Zhao family head sat on the side, his heart filled with shock. Zhao Hanxue was now a Half-Saint, and her displayed strength made even him apprehensive. Yet, Lu Fan remained so calm, as if nothing had happened.
Zhao Hanxue suddenly withdrew her hand. "I truly didn't expect your strength to be so great. Even I, in my current state, am no match for you. No wonder the Qin family didn't dare to act rashly when you made your move."
"Miss Zhao, you flatter me. I haven't reached the Saint realm yet. Praising me like this is essentially setting me up for a fall,"
Lu Fan said frankly. "I'm not as good as you say."
"You know it yourself!" Zhao Hanxue rolled her eyes. "I thought that in the younger generation of the Triangular Domain, I would be the peak. But now it seems I was overthinking. Indeed, there is always someone stronger."
"Xiao Xue, don't be rude!" the Zhao family head reminded her. "Young friend Lu is a guest. How can you make a move against him so casually!"
Lu Fan smiled faintly but didn't say much. He suspected that Zhao Hanxue's attack was at the Zhao family head's behest, wanting to test Lu Fan's strength.
As they were talking, Lu Fan noticed that the spiritual egg in his Qiankun bag suddenly showed some movement.