The change of imperial power has always been the most cruel and bloody process.

Joining the Prince of Zhennan's mansion left Li Fan with only one path.

Kill them all, then when the rabbit is dead, the hunting dog is cooked.

To fail and die, or to fail and be hunted down to death.

Old Chen is a precedent.

He was fifth on the Tianxiong Ranking three years ago, but ended up like this.

At that time, he was loyal to the most powerful prince.

In a bloody night in Tiandu, the eldest prince's lineage was wiped out, and Old Chen fled with serious injuries.

He had just left the mountain when he went to fight in Tiandu. Although his record was outstanding, he was still being hunted down.

This is reality.

Li Fan snapped out of his thoughts and continued walking forward.

During a barbecue, Yan Mingshu mentioned that the head of the Zhenwu Division was seriously injured, and the person who injured him was named Chen Kui.

Li Fan knew that Lao Chen's real name was Chen Kui.

This is further combined with Lao Chen's abilities and the fact that he has been bedridden for three years.

It wasn't difficult to guess his identity.

......

Not considering it?

That's really arrogant!

Li Fan's refusal was within Wang Bao's expectations.

While living in the Prince's mansion, he had seen many young people like this.

Arrogance is a common trait.

Subduing it takes time and effort.

"Alliance Leader Li, don't be in such a hurry to refuse."

Wang Bao followed closely behind, and as he spoke, he took out a jade bottle from his bosom and handed it to Li Fan: "Life and Death Pill, a special supply for the Great Zhou royal family. One pill can completely heal your injuries."

"You can take the pills for now. Whether you join the Prince's Palace or not is something you can consider later!"

"No need, not considering it."

"Alliance Leader Li, I will come to see you another day."

Wang Bao put away the elixir and turned to leave.

......

"People from the Prince of Zhennan's mansion have arrived."

"What are the conditions?"

"A Life-and-Death Pill!"

"They're certainly willing to spend a fortune."

Life-and-Death Elixir, a royal delicacy.

As long as there is a breath left, it can be saved.

The Pill of Life and Death is not something every royal palace possesses.

Only a powerful prince like the Prince of Zhennan could be allocated one and give it away as a gift.

Unfortunately, they didn't know that Li Fan had Xiao Bai by his side.

This meant that the Life and Death Pill could not move Li Fan.

"Li Fan, the world in Guangnan County and Tianguang Prefecture is getting better."

“When you go out these past few days, you can feel their heartfelt respect.”

"If possible, I hope you will not join the Prince of Zhennan's Mansion!"

Yan Mingshu looked at Li Fan with sincerity: "Even if they can offer higher terms, could you tell me first so I have a chance to negotiate?"

"Ah Shu, my suggestion is, go all in now!"

What does "All in" mean?

Yan Mingshu looked puzzled.

"Bet everything, take a gamble, and an old ox will become a thoroughbred!"

"I'm betting myself on..."

"Bang!"

Before Yan Mingshu could finish speaking, Li Fan kicked him away.

"You brat, you have no martial ethics!"

Yan Mingshu stopped, and the next second, he felt the cold touch of Zhuxie on his neck.

"Continue?"

"Brother Fan, spare my life!"

"From the heart, fire blaze!"

"Li Fan, fortunes change every thirty years, so never underestimate a young man's potential!"

"If we wait a few more years, will you start saying 'Don't underestimate the poor middle-aged'?"

"It's not impossible!"

Yan Mingshu muttered something to himself.

......

Back in the backyard, Li Fan continued his cultivation.

The "Long-lasting Qi Technique" circulated repeatedly, and the eighth-grade Sky-Soaring Realm gradually rose.

Once he had finished practicing the martial arts, he began to temper his physique and hone his martial skills.

Unlike three days ago, the spots of crimson no longer seeped out from under the black robe.

......

Deep in the courtyard of the Golden Cauldron Sect

Jiang Xue sat cross-legged with her eyes closed, meditating. A soft white light emanated from her body, supporting her and suspending her on the futon.

If Cao Tengfei were here, he would be absolutely stunned.

Fluorescent translucency is innate.

The ability to soar through the air is the hallmark of an eighth-rank aerial pilot.

No one would have known that Jiang Xue would have such martial arts skills.

"Junior sister, are you there?"

Just as Jiang Xue was cultivating, Cao Tengfei's voice came from outside the courtyard.

"Senior brother, wait for me to get up."

"Okay, then hurry up."

"immediately!"

Cao Tengfei sat directly in the pavilion outside the courtyard.

My junior sister's horse took half an hour to start.

......

The main hall of the Golden Cauldron Sect.

Wang Bao sat in the main seat in front of the hall, leaning back in his chair.

Jin Chenxiao, the sect leader of the Golden Cauldron Sect, stood respectfully to the side.

The name of the Grand Eunuch Wang Bao was renowned throughout the entire Southern Prefecture.

Such a person is beyond the reach of the Golden Cauldron Sect.

With Wang Baolai around, Jin Chenxiao was left only to serve tea and water.

"Wang Bao, you were looking for me?"

"Miss Jiang, it's been a long time!"

Wang Bao stood up with a smile, and Jin Chenxiao tactfully withdrew.

After he left, only Wang Bao and Jiang Xue remained in the hall.

"Speak your mind, or I don't have time to waste with your nonsense!"

"Li Fan, we want the Zhennan Prince's Mansion."

"Miss Jiang, it's best to avoid contact with him in the future."

"That's not good for him!"

Are you threatening me?

Jiang Xue narrowed her eyes slightly, and her gaze toward Wang Bao became sharp.

"How could I dare threaten you? I'm just reminding Miss Jiang to avoid any misunderstandings later!"

Wang Bao casually took a sip of tea.

The Jiang family can win over Li Fan.

But Jiang Xue is not an option.

She is not only a member of the Jiang family, but also has royal blood flowing through her veins.

Three years ago, on the night of the bloody massacre in Tiandu, the lineage of the eldest prince was wiped out, and her mother hanged herself.

If Jiang Lan hadn't appeared out of nowhere, the two sisters would have died long ago.

"Get out!"

"Go back and tell your master."

"Let him wash his neck clean, and then I will cut off his head and place it before my mother's spirit tablet!"

Jiang Xue looked at Wang Bao with a chilling expression.

"Miss Jiang, I will convey your words verbatim."

"But I hope you will consider my master's words carefully."

"It's true that Your Highness values ​​talent, but if your relationship with Li Fan develops further, he will surely die!"

Wang Bao looked at Jiang Xue with a smile, completely unconcerned about her anger.

"I'll kill you, you old dog!"

Jiang Xue, her face contorted with rage, drew her sword and lunged at Wang Bao.

bite!

Wang Bao flicked his finger, and a wisp of energy shot out.

The longsword was bent by the force of the energy, and Jiang Xue's body was forced backward uncontrollably.

After retreating ten steps, Jiang Xue steadied herself, a trace of bright red blood spilling from the corner of her mouth.

Seeing how easily Jiang Xue was defeated, Wang Bao became even more disdainful.

Compared to her sister, Jiang Xue is nothing.

Despite possessing the bloodlines of the Jiang family and the royal family, he was only a mere sixth-rank official at the age of twenty-three.

They're utterly useless.

"Miss Jiang, if you're weak, then behave yourself. You're not Jiang Lan, you have no right to draw your sword against me!"

"I've delivered my message, I'm leaving!"

After Wang Bao finished speaking, he drifted away.

"Old dog, don't run away!"

Jiang Xue drew her sword and gave chase.

At the entrance of the main hall, Danyangzi stopped Jiang Xue with a wry smile.

......

Back in the courtyard, the anger in Jiang Xue's eyes had vanished.

Her gaze was calm as she began to refine her qi and blood.

I like Li Fan, and that's really just liking him.

Just like the first time he saved me, back then he wasn't very strong.

She never intended for Li Fan to help her take revenge; she was merely trying to confuse the situation and conceal her true strength.

I just didn't expect Li Fan to become stronger so quickly.

Soon, the Prince of Zhennan sent Wang Bao to recruit him.

......

"Li Fan, don't join the Zhennan Prince's Mansion."

After finishing the barbecue, Jiang Xue said, "Consider this payment for what I did earlier."

"Um!"

"Thank you, I'm leaving!"

Jiang Xue felt a great weight lifted off her shoulders, and her steps quickened as she left.

......

Wang Bao's arrival had some impact, yet it seemed to have no impact at all.

Li Fan still goes out to drink porridge every day, the thin cloth wrapped around his body is still there, and the scar on his eyebrow is still there.

Of course, Wang Bao would be there every day as well.

......

"Hurry to Chunyu Teahouse, the Fish and Dragon Ranking of Tingfeng Tower has been updated!"

"Why was it updated ahead of schedule?"

"I don't know, we'll find out when we go and see!"

On September 23, Tingfenglou released the results ahead of schedule.