Booming sounds reverberated through the sky, stirring emotions in everyone's eyes.
Lu Fan, facing the three elders, remained unfazed, even unleashing two colossal fire dragons.
The white and cyan dragons, forged from sacred fire, soared through the fiery domain with immense power.
All present were moved, even Qing Long felt a stirring within his heart.
The three elders, Tian, Yun, and Bai Hu, felt immensely frustrated. They had initially believed dealing with Lu Fan would be effortless, but this battle revealed that none of them could suppress him.
"Qing Long, aren't you going to act?"
Bai Hu, with a grim expression, glanced at Qing Long.
Qing Long offered a wry smile and then stepped forward, a potent aura instantly permeating the area.
Within the entire fiery domain, everyone involuntarily retreated, intimidated by the pressure Qing Long exuded.
Arriving above the fiery domain, Qing Long waved his hand, and the two flame dragons controlled by Lu Fan were instantly extinguished.
Before Lu Fan could react, Qing Long appeared before him and struck him with a palm, sending him flying.
Boom...
A loud impact echoed as Lu Fan crashed to the ground, a mouthful of blood spewing forth.
"So... so strong!"
Duan Tianya was stunned. The sheer power displayed by Qing Long made his heart pound with excitement.
Lu Fan slowly rose, his gaze sharpening. Qing Long's single move had defeated him, clearly demonstrating the elder's immense strength.
"Stop struggling, it's useless!"
Qing Long's expression was indifferent. "Return to the Prince's estate with me. If Bai Xi wasn't killed by you, the Eighth Prince's estate will ensure justice!"
"If I surrender meekly, will there be any justice?"
Lu Fan sneered dismissively. He knew very well that once captured by the Prince's estate, he would have no chance.
"Whether there is or not, this is your fate!"
Qing Long's expression remained impassive. "This is the consequence of offending the Eighth Prince's estate!"
"Is that so?"
Lu Fan gave a cold laugh. Just then, an ancient cauldron materialized above his head.
Though it appeared ordinary, the ancient aura it emanated stirred the emotions of everyone present.
"What is this?"
Qing Long inquired, a hint of confusion in his voice, as he had never seen such a spiritual artifact.
"The Divine Emperor Cauldron!"
Lu Fan laughed heartily and immediately stuffed Duan Tianya and the others into the Divine Emperor Cauldron.
The onlookers were astonished. By the time Qing Long reacted, Lu Fan had also entered the cauldron.
Within the entire fiery domain, an ancient cauldron stood tall. Even the power of the flames could not harm it in the slightest.
"This Divine Cauldron must contain something extraordinary!"
Bai Hu remarked, "It's quite a treasure!"
Qing Long nodded slightly and attempted to enter the Divine Cauldron, only to find he couldn't force his way in.
Only the true master of the Divine Emperor Cauldron could open its internal space.
Inside the Divine Emperor Cauldron, Duan Tianya and the others steadied themselves, unsure of what had happened.
"It's very safe inside the Divine Emperor Cauldron, you don't need to worry!"
Lu Fan stated solemnly. "The Eighth Prince's estate is filled with experts. Going out would only be a suicide mission!"
"I never expected you to possess such a divine artifact, my lord!" Duan Tianya exclaimed in surprise. "As long as we remain hidden within this cauldron, no one can touch us!"
"Under normal circumstances, that should be the case!" Lu Fan nodded.
Even he was unsure if the Divine Emperor Cauldron truly possessed such capabilities. However, according to the elder Hong Meng, this Divine Emperor Cauldron was indestructible and a supreme treasure, so it shouldn't be too disappointing.
Outside the Divine Emperor Cauldron, Qing Long unleashed a powerful palm strike, attempting to force Lu Fan and the others out. However, the strike landed on the cauldron with no effect, being completely neutralized.
"I never imagined such a divine artifact existed in this world. This brat certainly has many treasures."
Qing Long mused, then turned his gaze to Bai Hu. "What should we do now, Your Highness?"
"What else can we do, given the situation?" Bai Hu frowned. "Take this cauldron back to the Prince's estate and imprison them in the celestial prison. I'd like to see how long they can hide."
"Your Highness, why don't we join forces and see if we can shatter this cauldron?"
Shangguan Qingtian stepped forward with a smile. He did not wish for Lu Fan to be taken away so easily, especially since Lu Fan had a blood feud with the Divine Wind Pavilion. If Lu Fan escaped now, he would have trouble reporting back.
"Do you think all of us combined can defeat him?"
Bai Hu pointed at Qing Long, his expression turning cold.
Shangguan Qingtian was startled and dared not speak further. Bai Hu's meaning was clear, and he could only comply.
Under Bai Hu's command, Qing Long and the others prepared to take the Divine Emperor Cauldron back to the Prince's estate, which would at least provide some explanation.
Inside the Divine Emperor Cauldron, Lu Fan, sensing the movement of the cauldron, immediately employed his techniques, controlling the Divine Emperor Cauldron to speed towards the depths of the fiery domain.
Everyone unleashed their attacks, attempting to intercept the Divine Emperor Cauldron, but the aura emanating from it caused them to halt.
Watching the Divine Emperor Cauldron fly into the fiery domain, no one present dared to pursue.
"Qing Long, you should be well aware of the purpose my father sent you with me today!"
Bai Hu said with a cold laugh. "If he escapes today, the four Divine Guards will bear the greatest responsibility!"
Qing Long's brow furrowed. He knew exactly what Bai Hu's words implied.
"Your Highness, rest assured, I will pursue him now!"
Qing Long darted out, chasing after the Divine Emperor Cauldron. As a Divine Guard of the Eighth Prince's estate, he could not allow Lu Fan to escape.
Zhuque and the others frowned and also stepped forward, chasing after the Divine Emperor Cauldron.
Four figures emerged, intending to forcefully intercept the Divine Emperor Cauldron, radiating immense power and showing no signs of hesitation.
Bai Hu stood aside, looking on with satisfaction.
"Your Highness, this cauldron is no simple matter. If we can obtain it, it will surely be a great opportunity!"
Tian Lao said earnestly, his eyes serious.
"That is precisely my intention!" Bai Hu nodded, a faint, sinister smile gracing his lips.
Sensing the interception from outside, Lu Fan dared not be careless. He controlled the Divine Emperor Cauldron and sped towards the deepest part of the fiery domain.
Qing Long and the others pursued relentlessly, not daring to slacken.
Shortly thereafter, the Divine Emperor Cauldron arrived at the seventh layer of the fiery domain.
The elders inside the Divine Emperor Cauldron changed their expressions, clearly feeling the immense heat within.
"My lord, which layer of the fiery domain are we in?"
Duan Tianya asked, a hint of worry in his voice. If they entered a few more layers, they might not be able to resist.
"The seventh layer!"
Lu Fan said softly. "They shouldn't be able to enter here!"
"The seventh layer of the fiery domain?"
The elders were shocked. Normally, they couldn't even enter the sixth layer. They never imagined they would reach the seventh layer this time.