As the sound of firecrackers soon filled Willow City, the streets bustled with noise, with many cheering them on.
At this very moment, a bridal sedan chair was being carried into the city from outside, accompanied by numerous followers, all belonging to the Liu family.
"Old Ancestor Liu is getting married at his age? Is he de-aging?"
Lu Fan muttered, glancing at a shop assistant.
"Little brother, you mustn't say such things, or it won't be good if someone overhears!"
The assistant quickly reminded him, "You have no idea, Old Ancestor Liu already has over a dozen concubines, and who knows how many this is. For people like them who have attained sagehood, it's not that unusual."
"If they had truly attained sagehood, they wouldn't be doing such things," Lu Fan shrugged. "This kind of behavior doesn't seem like it belongs to good people!"
"Little brother, please don't say that. If the Liu family hears it, you might not be able to leave Willow City today!" the assistant urged, his expression growing more serious. He knew very well that some things were not to be trifled with.
"I'm just speaking casually, please don't take it seriously!"
Lu Fan shrugged, his gaze calm. He had come to Willow City today to complete a mission and couldn't be bothered with other matters. However, if Old Ancestor Liu was like this, the other members of the Liu family were likely no better. If that were the case, Lu Fan wouldn't mind wiping out the entire Liu family.
Slowly sipping his wine, the bridal sedan chair passed by. Lu Fan could clearly see a woman sitting inside the sedan chair, her eyes filled with unwillingness.
"Miss Chen, we will reach the Liu family soon. Once you become the Old Ancestor's person, your Chen family will be able to prosper for generations, and no one will dare to trouble the Chen family!" Steward Liu said, a smile gracing his lips.
Chen Xiaohong remained silent, feeling utterly wronged. Her Chen family had some standing, but compared to the Liu family, they were far inferior. If not for Old Ancestor Liu coercing her family, she would not have compromised like this.
Even if he were a sage, she didn't want it. After all, how could an unmarried girl be willing to marry an old man?
Not long after, Chen Xiaohong was carried into the Liu family. At the entrance of the Liu family, Old Ancestor Liu cupped his fists towards the guests, appearing exceptionally cheerful and even spirited.
"Thank you all for gracing me with your presence. Today is my wedding day, please feel free to drink and feast, and do not be too reserved!" Old Ancestor Liu said with a smile.
The guests present also cupped their fists in return, their eyes filled with respect, not daring to show any negligence.
As dusk gradually settled, only the Liu family residence was brightly lit, drawing the attention of many.
Lu Fan also mingled with the banquet guests and glanced at Old Ancestor Liu, shrugging slightly. They believed Old Ancestor Liu to be a sage, but he was merely a half-sage. Subduing him would be effortless.
Old Ancestor Liu was toasting with several guests when Lu Fan's gaze shifted towards the bridal chamber. With a slight frown, he strode towards the room.
Inside the room, Chen Xiaohong had already prepared a rope, intending to hang herself. She had no other options and was unwilling to be violated by a lecherous old man. This was all she could do.
"Why must you do this! Death is the greatest matter in the world. Is there anything more terrifying than death?"
Lu Fan clasped his hands together and entered the bridal chamber, looking at Chen Xiaohong.
"There are some things you wouldn't understand!"
Chen Xiaohong said angrily, "Are you from the Liu family? Aren't you afraid of Old Ancestor Liu's blame? How dare you intrude into the bridal chamber?"
"I am not from the Liu family. I am here to kill Old Master Liu!" Lu Fan shrugged. "So you don't need to end your own life. He cannot threaten you!"
"You are here to kill Old Ancestor Liu?"
Chen Xiaohong was startled, her eyes showing a flicker of emotion. She hadn't expected Lu Fan to say such a thing. "He is a sage! You can't just kill him if you say so. I think you are a good person, but it's best you don't do anything foolish and leave the Liu family quickly."
"You're actually worried about me!"
Lu Fan shrugged. "You can rest assured about this. If I wanted to leave, it would be as easy as blowing away dust!"
Seeing Lu Fan speak so arrogantly, Chen Xiaohong was very surprised. She didn't know who Lu Fan truly was, but judging by his tone, he was quite formidable.
After a while, the banquet gradually concluded. Chen Xiaohong grew anxious. "Why haven't you left yet? Do you really intend to assassinate Old Ancestor Liu? He is a true sage, and you will die horribly in front of him!"
"No one can stop me from killing the person I intend to kill!"
Lu Fan shrugged, then sat down and waited quietly. Once Old Ancestor Liu arrived, he could make his move forcefully without any further scruples.
Meanwhile, Old Ancestor Liu, who was already tipsy, seemed quite excited as he strode towards the room. However, upon seeing Lu Fan, his face instantly darkened, "Who are you, boy? Why are you in the bridal chamber? Are you this slut's lover?"
"You might be mistaken. I have no relation with her," Lu Fan said, shrugging. "I came here today primarily to take your life. Otherwise, I wouldn't have gone to such lengths!"
"Hahaha… What an arrogant kid. What kind of backing do you have to take my life?"
Old Ancestor Liu sneered. "Do you really think so highly of yourself? To speak like this in my Liu family!"
"There is nothing I dare not do!"
Lu Fan shrugged. "Have you ever heard of the Assassin Dynasty?"
"Assassin Dynasty?"
Old Ancestor Liu was shocked. "You are from the Assassin Dynasty?"
"That's right, I was sent by the Assassin Dynasty. As for who wants to kill you, I have no way of knowing."
Lu Fan smiled faintly, his expression calm.
At the same time, Old Ancestor Liu felt a sense of shock. He had never imagined that Lu Fan would be from the Assassin Dynasty. If Lu Fan was not lying, then he was in danger today.
He didn't care about other factions, but the Assassin Dynasty was not someone he could afford to provoke. If unnecessary trouble arose, even his Liu family would suffer.
"What, do you need me to do it myself?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "You should know that once the Assassin Dynasty makes a move, no one survives."
"I have never offended the Assassin Dynasty. Is there some misunderstanding?"
Old Ancestor Liu quickly said, his eyes filled with apprehension. He knew very well that Lu Fan was not lying. Once the Assassin Dynasty made a move, no one could stay out of it.
"As I said earlier, I don't know who wants to kill you, but you are already on the Assassin Dynasty's kill list!" Lu Fan said nonchalantly.