Top-tier Unruly Master

At this moment, the chubby shopkeeper heard Ding Fan's words and couldn't help but sigh. In the end, he still stepped aside, clearly realizing that the other party's intent to kill couldn't be stopped by him. He knew that the fact the other party didn't directly harm him was already giving him face, and now he had no choice but to step aside.

Sun Hua saw that the chubby shopkeeper couldn't do anything and became increasingly panicked, obviously realizing what was about to happen to him. In that moment, fear gripped his heart to the extreme.

"Don't leave! Help... help me..."

Swish!

Ding Fan's expression was indifferent as he directly used a Wind Blade to kill the opponent. Ding Fan obviously wouldn't show any mercy, for this is the Cultivation World, a world where the strong survive.

Afterward, Sun Hua's head was severed, and in his dying moments, his heart was filled with regret. If he had known this would happen, why did he provoke him in the first place? But no matter what he said now, it was too late. In no time, Sun Hua was dead, beyond any possibility of revival.

The people outside the courtyard door were shocked to see this scene. It was clear that the words Sun Hua spoke had been heard by those unfavorable cultivators. They also knew that the other party was someone from the City Lord Mansion, and even the son of the Vice City Lord, which was a strong background. But even so, he was still mercilessly killed by the other party. At this moment, everyone couldn't help but be amazed at Ding Lin's resoluteness in killing.

Then Ding Fan came to He Qianyao's side. At this moment, He Qianyao looked at Ding Fan approaching and tightly hugged him. Obviously, the heart she had been holding was finally at ease, after all, Ding Fan was unharmed. Regarding Ding Fan killing Sun Hua and others, He Qianyao trusted Ding Fan's decision. She knew in her heart that she would definitely trust Ding Fan, and after this incident, He Qianyao trusted Ding Fan even more, believing that Ding Fan would never do anything reckless without certainty.

Ding Fan saw that He Qianyao's body only suffered some minor injuries, so he was relieved. Obviously, He Qianyao's injuries were caused by the Spirit Severing Elder's cyclone attack. Then Ding Fan gave He Qianyao some healing Medicine Pills, and after that, the two of them returned to their rooms.

At this time, the chubby shopkeeper saw that Ding Fan and He Qianyao were about to return to their rooms and immediately called them back. At this time, Ding Fan's room had shown signs of damage after the Spirit Severing Elder's attack, and the chubby shopkeeper naturally couldn't let Ding Fan and He Qianyao stay in their original room. Moreover, many cultivators in the inn already knew of Ding Fan's existence, and the chubby shopkeeper needed to consider Ding Fan's privacy.

After all, Ding Fan should be the most famous person in Dancheng now. It's known that this Great Alchemy Competition is not only a huge event for Dancheng but also the biggest event on the entire Donglai Continent. Most cultivators who watch the Great Alchemy Competition still stay in Dancheng, so the discussion about the Great Alchemy Competition is the most lively place. It's known that Ding Fan's performance in the Great Alchemy Competition is undoubtedly the hottest topic again.

At this moment, almost every ten meters in Dancheng, someone would mention Ding Lin's name. The chubby shopkeeper knew in his heart that the number of cultivators seeking Ding Lin would surely be quite large. Although some might have goodwill, it would still be a disturbance to Ding Lin.

Therefore, the chubby shopkeeper knew he must change Ding Lin to a better room. The chubby shopkeeper understood clearly that after what had happened, Ding Fan would surely stir up another storm in Dancheng. Obviously, more cultivators would come looking for Ding Fan. If all coming were with good intentions, nothing major would happen, but the chubby shopkeeper couldn't ignore the possibility that someone might come for revenge, which would be troublesome.

Therefore, when the chubby shopkeeper said they should change Ding Fan and He Qianyao to a new room, Ding Fan readily agreed. After all, this place was clearly not going to be quiet anymore. Ding Fan naturally didn't want to invite trouble, needing a quiet environment for cultivation. At this moment, there was only one day left until the second round of the Great Alchemy Competition.

Ding Fan also needed to prepare well for the Great Alchemy Competition, and having just made a breakthrough, he obviously had many things to do. Ding Fan was quite satisfied with his recent battle against that Spirit Severing Elder. To Ding Fan, it wasn't because he killed that Spirit Severing Elder, but because the Spirit Severing Elder's power had well tested his own abilities.

Ding Fan knew in his heart that dealing with a cultivator at the Spirit Severing Initial Stage wasn't much of a problem for him now. After all, Ding Fan could tell that the previous Spirit Severing Elder was already very formidable among those with the same cultivation. Although Ding Fan now knew he could handle Spirit Severing Stage cultivators, he didn't dare to rashly attack the Wild Wolf Gang, as the timing was not yet mature.

Ding Fan knew about the Wild Wolf Gang, and it was evident that they did not just have a single Spirit Severing Initial Stage cultivator. After all, they were the largest sect in the northeast region of the Donglai Continent, and although the Wild Wolf Gang was established recently, there were still master cultivators within the sect. Ding Fan was aware of at least one elder who had already reached the Transcendance Tribulation Stage, and when facing such a cultivator, Ding Fan clearly understood that he would not be a match for them.

He had to acknowledge that the Transcendance Tribulation Stage was quite a distant goal for him. Although Ding Fan did not know when he could overcome such cultivators, his heart remained unwavering in revenge. The Dayang Sect was massacred while protecting him, and now, as the new generation's sect master of the Dayang Sect, he evidently had to settle the score with the Wild Wolf Gang and other sects sooner or later.

Having just made a breakthrough, Ding Fan knew he needed a comprehensive examination of his body and conduct another test of his current strength. Although a Spirit Severing Elder had helped test his power level, Ding Fan knew he had not exerted himself fully, and there were clearly many areas that needed further testing.

Thus, Ding Fan and his companion followed the plump boss through a rather secluded path in the inn. Before long, their eyes opened up to a very spacious and beautifully landscaped courtyard, appearing far superior to the place where Ding Fan had stayed before.

"This place was originally prepared for the City Lord, but since the City Lord has never come to stay here, and we don't have any better places now, if you are satisfied, you can live here,"

the plump boss said to Ding Fan and his companion with great respect. He was well aware that Ding Lin was not an ordinary cultivator, naturally requiring high standards for living conditions. Even if they didn't, after witnessing Ding Fan's strength, the plump boss knew he had to offer the best place they had, which was this area originally prepared for the City Lord.

Ding Fan had no objections; this secluded courtyard was evidently deep within the inn, making it suitable for uninterrupted rest and cultivation. He Qianyao was even more satisfied with the location, clearly fond of the serene environment, where the atmosphere of blooming flowers and chirping birds pleased her greatly.

After both expressed their satisfaction, the plump boss assigned a few servant girls to attend to Ding Fan and his companion and then promptly left.

Ding Fan entered his room, feeling quite satisfied with the setup, and began inspecting the changes following his breakthrough. The first thing Ding Fan observed was the Frost Toad. It had grown considerably, nearing adulthood, and was evidently his greatest trump card. The arctic chill emanating from the Frost Toad was tremendously beneficial to Ding Fan. During his battle with the Spirit Severing Elder, the opponent was a cultivator at the same stage yet still greatly feared the arctic chill, illustrating its formidable power. Ding Fan believed that, currently, the Frost Toad could easily slay a Spirit Severing Initial Stage cultivator.

Ding Fan even felt that the Frost Toad had the capability to contend with cultivators at the Spirit Severing Middle Stage and even the Spirit Severing Late Stage. Being one of the ancient divine beasts, it was undoubtedly an extraordinary existence.

However, Ding Fan also knew he could not easily reveal the Frost Toad, as it was too eye-catching. If a Transcendance Tribulation Stage cultivator took notice, it would bring many troubles and pose significant threats to his life, as Ding Fan understood the saying "an innocent man gets into trouble because of his wealth." The Frost Toad was his last life-saving trump card, only to be used when no other options remained.

After spending considerable time with the Frost Toad, Ding Fan had formed a good bond with it. He had a master-servant contract with the Frost Toad, making it very obedient to him. While the Frost Toad couldn't be exposed, it could still release some arctic chill at crucial moments during Ding Fan's battles, a task that was easily achieved.

Thus, Ding Fan was quite satisfied with the Frost Toad. Next, he inspected the Pure Thunder Pill, which was clearly not an ordinary object. It had recently rendered a significant service, as it was this very Pure Thunder Pill that had helped him eliminate the Spirit Severing Elder. Although not a Yuan Beast like the Frost Toad, it was formed from the essence of heaven and earth, possessing immense power.

Its terrifying power had been confirmed during the battle with the Spirit Severing Elder since even a Spirit Severing Initial Stage cultivator found it challenging to defend against. Hence, it was a great trump card for Ding Fan, who was astounded by its capabilities. Despite being formed from heaven and earth, the Pure Thunder Pill possessed a certain spirituality that allowed for a mental connection with Ding Fan, leaving him quite pleased with it.

Ding Fan could also see that the Pure Thunder Pill had grown significantly over time, capable of providing him with some Power of Thunder. This was immensely beneficial to Ding Fan's strength, as this Power of Thunder was not ordinary, and its effectiveness against common cultivators wouldn't be any less than that of the arctic chill!

Ding Fan then put away the Pure Thunder Pill and proceeded to check his own body, surprisingly discovering that his Divine Vigor had become much more solidified than before. It was understood that the more solid the Divine Vigor and True Qi became, the stronger the power. Ding Fan was evidently highly satisfied with this change.