After a period of searching, Lu Fan and the other two arrived at the Wan Bao Pavilion. However, as soon as they entered, they spotted two familiar figures, who were currently conversing with the staff of the Wan Bao Pavilion.
"Is this map too expensive? It actually requires a sacred artifact in exchange!" Hu Yu exclaimed. "It's just a map, the commerce in the Central Continent truly leaves one in awe."
"This is the most comprehensive map of the Central Continent; exchanging it for a sacred artifact is perfectly normal!"
Hu Xian'er shook her head and said, "You probably don't know, but our sacred artifact is nothing in the Central Continent!"
"It's still a sacred artifact, how can it be considered nothing!"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes and walked towards the two figures. "It's truly unexpected that we meet again. As they say, enemies often cross paths."
Upon hearing the familiar voice, Hu Xian'er suddenly turned her head, her face turning ashen. He had certainly not expected Lu Fan to appear here, which was quite shocking to him.
"Why are you still haunting us!" Hu Yu said coldly. "Didn't we agree to go our separate ways just now? Why are you still following us!"
"That's a ridiculous thing to say. I'm not following you!"
Lu Fan shrugged his shoulders. "It's because you people are morally bankrupt and beat up my subordinate. And you struck quite hard!"
At this point, Lu Fan beckoned to Gui Ying. Gui Ying then turned around, revealing a sunken indentation on his back. He looked quite disheveled.
"Sister, did you do this?"
Hu Yu glanced at him and felt a pang of sympathy. Although Gui Ying was from the Assassin Dynasty, he was still a human. Seeing him so severely injured naturally evoked a sense of compassion.
"They are from the Assassin Dynasty, so one cannot be soft-hearted towards them!" Hu Xian'er said coldly. "It's a pity I didn't strike harder, otherwise he would have likely met his end already!"
"Going by your words, should I be thanking you?" Gui Ying rolled his eyes, feeling a surge of displeasure. Hu Xian'er's words struck a chord with him.
With that exchange, Hu Xian'er coldly stated, "This is the Wan Bao Pavilion. If you intend to fight here, you should think carefully. Furthermore, within this city, there are many powerful experts. Do not act rashly!"
"Do you think I'm afraid?"
Lu Fan shrugged slightly. "The Central Continent indeed has an abundance of experts. Even within this city, there is a Saint King powerhouse guarding it. But what of it? I dare to offend even various holy lands, let alone a mere city!"
Hu Xian'er's brow furrowed, and he retreated backward with Hu Yu. He knew very well that people from the Assassin Dynasty were unscrupulous and would do anything. Since he had injured Gui Ying so badly, Lu Fan would likely not show any mercy.
"You might as well stop struggling. Against my master, struggling is useless!" Gui Ying shrugged his shoulders, his gaze appearing exceptionally calm.
However, at that very moment, a woman in red emerged from within the Wan Bao Pavilion. "Sir, what would you like to purchase?"
"I'm not buying anything!"
Lu Fan shrugged his shoulders. "You'd best not block my path, lest you get caught in the crossfire!"
"Sir, you may not be aware, but this is the Wan Bao Pavilion. Acting rashly here is tantamount to becoming an enemy of the Wan Bao Pavilion," the woman in red said with a smile. "I hope you will reconsider your actions and not let hatred cloud your judgment. If you truly offend the Wan Bao Pavilion, it will be a loss that outweighs any gain."
"Wan Bao Pavilion?"
Lu Fan's eyebrows slightly twitched. "Are you implying that if I act here, it will incur your displeasure?"
"The Wan Bao Pavilion has tens of thousands of chain stores in the Central Continent and is backed by immense power. If you act here, you will offend the Wan Bao Pavilion, and it will likely lead to endless conflict!" Hu Xian'er smiled faintly. "Therefore, I advise you not to act impulsively, or you will be the one to suffer!"
"I detest being threatened the most. The more you threaten me, the more I want to act!"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "If you don't believe me, feel free to try!"
Hu Xian'er frowned. He dared not provoke Lu Fan at this moment, as this was no joke. With Lu Fan's strength, even the many experts of the Wan Bao Pavilion might not be able to stop him. In the end, he would likely be the one in the most embarrassing situation.
"Sir, I have already stated that brawling is not permitted within the Wan Bao Pavilion!"
The woman in red frowned and spoke to Lu Fan, her gaze quite serious.
Lu Fan, however, paid no heed, his expression turning cold. "I have no intention of becoming an enemy of the Wan Bao Pavilion, so you'd best not block my path, lest I accidentally injure you!"
"Even if you intend to injure me, I will absolutely not allow you to lay a hand on my esteemed guests!" the woman in red stated resolutely, her expression becoming solemn.
At this moment, numerous experts within the Wan Bao Pavilion turned their gaze towards Lu Fan. They were indeed surprised by Lu Fan's imposing demeanor, as if he didn't take the Wan Bao Pavilion seriously at all.
"This is the Wan Bao Pavilion. If you dare to act outrageously here, you will surely pay the price for your actions!" Several white-haired elders looked at Lu Fan, their killing intent palpable. After all, few dared to cause trouble in the Wan Bao Pavilion.
"As I said before, I have no intention of becoming an enemy of the Wan Bao Pavilion. However, this lady before me, I must teach her a good lesson. She is not one of the Wan Bao Pavilion's people. I hope you will not interfere!" Lu Fan spoke again.
However, faced with Lu Fan's words, everyone completely ignored him. Especially the elders of the Wan Bao Pavilion, whose spiritual energy surged around them. They would not tolerate anyone causing a disturbance in the Wan Bao Pavilion.
Seeing the scene unfold, Hu Xian'er's eyes lit up with a faint joy. This was, after all, the Wan Bao Pavilion. If Lu Fan truly acted recklessly, he likely wouldn't get away with it easily.
"Unaware of the immensity of heaven and earth. You mere pawns think you can stop my master!"
Gui Ying's eyes glinted with a cold light, and a powerful aura emanated from him, making him appear exceptionally sharp. His expression instantly turned cold.
At that very moment, Lu Fan stopped Gui Ying. "Don't act rashly. Our enemies are not these people!"
Gui Ying was slightly taken aback but dared not act impulsively.
However, at that precise moment, a subtle aura within the Wan Bao Pavilion made Lu Fan quite wary.
"You must have sensed it too. There is a Saint King within the Wan Bao Pavilion!"
Hu Xian'er smiled faintly. "If you dare to act recklessly here, that senior will certainly not stand idly by. At that time, you will be the one to suffer!"
"You think I care about these things?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes.