Chapter 1353: A Small Test of Skill
Not to mention that on their own territory, they wanted to kill the two of them, so of course, they had to run. It's clear He Qianyao was very worried about Ding Fan, thinking to herself, why did you come out, that's so silly!
But no matter how much He Qianyao blamed Ding Fan in her heart, the moment she saw Ding Fan step out, all her worries and fears vanished. Ding Fan's appearance gave her a sense of support. This feeling was strange to He Qianyao. She hadn't realized how important Ding Fan had become in her heart!
At this moment, Sun Hua saw Ding Fan come out, and couldn't help feeling extremely shocked. Clearly, he hadn't expected it to be Ding Lin who emerged. But was that previous attack really unleashed by him? Sun Hua couldn't help feeling a bit stunned—if it really was Ding Lin who launched that Wind Blade, it was simply incredible! After all, Elder Zhao was a cultivator at the Spirit Severing Stage, and he was forced back by just one Wind Blade—a fact that would terrify many people.
Of course, this hypothesis was quickly dismissed by Sun Hua himself. After all, Ding Lin was just a young cultivator, and according to the information he had, he was only at the Early Nascent Soul Stage until recently. Even if he had broken through now, he would only be at the Nascent Soul Middle Stage. Although Sun Hua had heard his subordinates say that Ding Lin, even at the Early Nascent Soul Stage, had defeated those who were at the Nascent Soul Seed Stage, so what? Even if Ding Lin had the strength of a Nascent Soul stage, he definitely wouldn't be a match for Elder Zhao, who was a genuine Spirit Severing Stage cultivator. Clearly, someone so young couldn't compare.
The scar-faced man was also shocked to see Ding Fan come out. Was there really no one else in the room, and was it really Ding Fan who created that Wind Blade? It was quite surprising. Of course, this thought was quickly dismissed by the scar-faced man. After all, Ding Fan was just a Nascent Soul Stage cultivator; how could he be Elder Zhao's match!
Even if it was Ding Fan's Wind Blade, he must have used some kind of means from the dark. Such means capable of defeating a Spirit Severing Stage cultivator must be rare. Obviously, that Wind Blade was just a stroke of luck!
At this point, Elder Zhao looked at Ding Fan, a hint of curiosity in his eyes. Clearly, Elder Zhao didn't expect Ding Fan to be so young, but that Wind Blade, which he understood well, was far from something a young cultivator could wield. If there was truly no one else in the room, and the Wind Blade was indeed his doing, he must have used some special method.
Elder Zhao knew that the strength of that Wind Blade couldn't be Ding Fan's true power level. Otherwise, it would indeed be beyond belief!
When the chubby boss saw Ding Lin come out, he couldn't help feeling a bit shocked. Clearly, he hadn't thought Ding Lin could launch such a powerful Wind Blade, even forcing back Elder Zhao at the Spirit Severing Stage. But the chubby boss quickly understood, clearly thinking Ding Lin had simply used some other method.
"Since young Ding Lin has come out, I suggest that we sit down and resolve any issues!"
Now the chubby boss looked at Ding Fan, clearly worried for his safety, but he couldn't be too forceful in his attitude. Otherwise, were Elder Zhao to be provoked further, Ding Lin wouldn't even have a moment left. Although the chubby boss knew he was affiliated with the city lord, and they naturally held some fear in their hearts, Elder Zhao's power was far too overwhelming here.
If they truly wanted to act first and explain later, there was nothing he could do to stop them. After all, his strength wasn't a match, and if he forcefully tried to protect Ding Fan, it could easily endanger his own life. He understood a bit about Elder Zhao, who was notoriously reckless. Although the chubby boss was also a reasonably skilled cultivator, as a boss he obviously had a selfish side, something anyone could understand, since nothing compared to one's own life.
Furthermore, it was an affair that had little to do with him, so it certainly wasn't necessary to get involved. Yet the chubby boss was considering the city lord, recognizing Ding Lin's undeniable alchemic talent. Clearly, if the city lord could form a good alliance with him, it would be highly advantageous.
When Elder Zhao heard the chubby boss's suggestion, he couldn't help but snort coldly, saying in a very icy tone:
"Want to sit down and resolve things? Then have him hand over his head first!"
Sun Hua, hearing what Elder Zhao said, obviously saw that Elder Zhao had made up his mind to get rid of Ding Lin. Sun Hua understood, since Elder Zhao's will represented that of his father, who was determined to eliminate Ding Lin. With this realization, Sun Hua had no more reservations; for anything that happened, his father would take responsibility.
Immediately, Sun Hua spoke disdainfully to Ding Fan:
"Today, you must die!"
The scar-faced man saw this scene and couldn't help but feel immensely proud inside. However, at this moment, he dared not say much, evidently aware that the opponent's strength surpassed his own. Even if he wanted to humiliate the other party, it was clearly best to wait until they were on the brink of death.
At this moment, the chubby innkeeper saw this scene and was extremely worried about Ding Fan and his companion's safety. It was clear that Elder Zhao and the others' intentions were already very clear: they intended to kill the other side. But he couldn't help, nor could he stand by and watch Ding Lin die in his inn. After all, Ding Lin was a cultivator that the City Lord valued greatly; if Ding Lin died in his inn, there would be no way to explain it to the City Lord.
But just when the chubby innkeeper wanted to persuade the others, Ding Fan suddenly spoke:
"Since they want my head, if they have the ability, they should come and take it!"
Ding Fan's eyes were extremely cold, and his gaze was fixed fiercely on the elder opposite him. It was clear to Ding Fan that the person in front of him was the strongest of the opponent. As long as he defeated that elder, their crisis would be resolved. Ding Fan clearly understood the situation outside while inside the room, and his heart was filled with anger. The earlier insult to He Qianyao made him very furious, and now that He Qianyao was already injured, Ding Fan certainly needed to settle the score with them.
Ding Fan immediately discerned the elder's cultivation level, which was at the Spirit Severing Stage, but he was not afraid. Before he had broken through, Ding Fan could slay even a cultivator at the Nascent Soul Late Stage, and he showed no fear towards those at the Spirit Severing Initial Stage. Now that Ding Fan had broken through, he was naturally pleased, considering his cultivation was now at the Divinity Soldier Third Grade, equivalent to a Nascent Soul Early Stage cultivator.
Ding Fan was very satisfied with the "Heart Cleansing Pill" he refined. Clearly, after consuming the medicine pill, he smoothly advanced, as if it was a natural progression. At this moment, Ding Fan was eager to test the extent of his strength. A Spirit Severing Initial Stage elder had come, providing a perfect opportunity to practice and test his level.
When Elder Zhao heard Ding Fan's words, he couldn't help but be slightly taken aback, evidently not expecting such arrogance from the opponent. The elder then calmly said:
"Alright! Let me see what you are capable of!"
With a roar, the elder's figure shot directly towards Ding Fan, clearly intending to obliterate him in one strike. After all, Ding Fan's earlier words had left the elder very displeased!
When everyone witnessed this scene, they couldn't help but be astonished. It was unexpected that Elder Zhao would go all out from the start, clearly showing his anger. Elder Zhao understood that even if the earlier Wind Blade came from the opponent's hand, it posed no threat to him. After all, when he attacked the female cultivator, he hadn't used his full strength, merely seventy percent. But now, things were different; the opponent's arrogant words had left him very displeased! He intended to crush the opponent's arrogance!
He Qianyao saw the elder's actions and couldn't help but feel extremely nervous, as Ding Fan was only a Nascent Soul Stage cultivator. Even if Ding Fan had broken through, he definitely wasn't a match for the elder! The elder clearly seemed to be of formidable strength. Although He Qianyao couldn't discern the elder's exact cultivation level at the time, she accurately estimated that his strength surely wasn't below the Spirit Severing Stage.
Could Ding Fan really stand against such a high-level elder?
For a moment, He Qianyao felt uneasy, worried for Ding Fan, and somewhat puzzled about why Ding Fan had said those words earlier. Had Ding Fan spoken more gently and diplomatically, perhaps there might have been room for negotiation between the parties. The chubby innkeeper seemed to be on their side at the time, but now it was too late. Ding Fan had already engaged with the opponent, and even if she wanted to make concessions, the elder would certainly not agree at this point!
When the chubby innkeeper saw this scene, he, too, couldn't help but feel extremely nervous. Clearly, he couldn't understand what Ding Lin was trying to do by speaking like this. Could his strength really surpass Elder Zhao's? That was utterly impossible, for Ding Lin was still too young. The idea of him defeating Elder Zhao was simply unthinkable! At this moment, the innkeeper was somewhat anxious, evidently trying his best to figure out a solution. Ding Lin must not die in his inn, or even just die. Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to face the City Lord.
Now, even if he went to seek help, it was evidently too late, for Ding Lin had already clashed with them. But the innkeeper knew that Elder Zhao wouldn't need more than three moves to render the opponent unable to fight back, given the significant difference in their cultivation levels!
Sun Hua, seeing that Elder Zhao was already launching an attack on Ding Lin, couldn't help but feel immensely proud. Earlier, upon hearing Ding Fan's words, he felt very displeased. It was clear that he hadn't expected Ding Lin to be so arrogant, and his subordinates hadn't lied about it. Clearly, arrogance in the face of a Young Master could only result in death!
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