Free Web NovelChapter 673: Chapter 673: Hypocritical Pretender
The Sect Master of the Haoran Sect!
Without anyone needing to say it, Su Han had already guessed the identity of the person who had spoken. At that moment, a figure flew out from beneath the waterfall and swiftly arrived before the Golden Chariot.
Su Han fixed his gaze on the newcomer, a refined and amiable middle-aged man. Of course, his true age was certainly far greater. He only appeared to be in his thirties or forties due to his formidable strength and other factors.
This person’s cultivation was indeed at the Supreme Realm Ninth Layer, the same as Ye Chuanfeng and the Earth Fiend Demon Sovereign. However, Su Han’s eyes lit up as he noticed something different about him.
The Flowing Cloud Holy Body!
Possessing the Prison Divine Palace, Su Han had encyclopedic knowledge of various Special Physiques. He recognized at a glance that the Sect Master of the Haoran Sect possessed a unique Sacred Body.
The Flowing Cloud Holy Body was ranked over seven hundred on the list of Special Physiques, which was considered quite a high ranking. As long as no accidents occurred, a cultivator with this physique was guaranteed to become a Saint and had a very high chance of becoming a Great Emperor.
But it was clear that an accident had befallen this Sect Master of the Haoran Sect. His Flowing Cloud Holy Body was only at minor completion and appeared somewhat dim, as if its Origin Source had been previously damaged, just like Lu Yunxian’s. Therefore, despite possessing the Flowing Cloud Holy Body, he could not use it to achieve Instant Sanctification and break through to the Saint Realm. It was a tragic waste of its potential.
"Your servant, Lu Yuan of the Haoran Sect, pays his respects to the Nineteenth Prince!"
Lu Yuan bowed respectfully, completely unfazed by Su Han’s murderous aura. He even wore a smile, looking like a humble gentleman and inspiring a sense of goodwill. Unfortunately, this facade could not deceive Su Han. His Nine Heavens Eye had already caught the fleeting coldness in the corner of Lu Yuan’s eyes.
It seems this Lu Yuan is no ordinary person, and there’s more to the Haoran Sect than meets the eye.
"The Haoran Sect shall perish today!" Su Han’s indifferent voice rang out, his intentions unchanged by Lu Yuan’s appearance.
He was not here for tea and pleasantries; he was here to kill!
Whether Lu Yuan was angry or greeted him with a smile, it would not alter his decision. In fact, Lu Yuan’s hypocritical act only deepened his killing intent.
This man is a hypocrite. If I don’t kill him today, he will surely become a disaster in the future!
"Your Highness has arrived with such murderous intent. May I ask how my Haoran Sect has offended you?"
Lu Yuan’s false smile never wavered. He already knew Su Han’s purpose and certainly would not let his true feelings show.
"Have this Prince’s words not been clear enough?" Su Han spoke coldly as a surge of Slaughter Sword Intent erupted from him, shredding the surrounding clouds to pieces.
Lu Yuan’s expression stiffened slightly. He had not expected the Nineteenth Prince to be so domineering and unreasonable. But today, whether this prince was a dragon or a tiger, he would have to lie low!
"There are a few friends inside the sect who would also like to meet Your Highness. May I invite Your Highness to enter for a discussion?" Lu Yuan continued, attempting to lure Su Han into the sect and away from prying eyes.
"Let’s go!"
Su Han steered the Golden Chariot directly into the Haoran Sect. Li Mingliang, Li Qingyue, and the others followed swiftly, which made Lu Yuan pause in surprise.
So agreeable? Or had his consecutive victories gone to his head?
Lu Yuan shook his head slightly, collecting his Heart Spirit and forcing himself to stop overthinking. Although everything was prepared for today, the Nineteenth Prince was known for creating unexpected situations, so he had to remain fully alert. With this thought, Lu Yuan’s figure flickered and he followed the Golden Chariot inside. As for the thousand or so people following behind, they did not dare to set foot in the Haoran Sect and could only crane their necks from the outside.
"I can’t believe Sect Master Lu came out to greet him personally. But the Nineteenth Prince is coming on strong. I think the Haoran Sect is in big trouble this time."
"It’s definitely trouble, but I don’t believe for a second that the Nineteenth Prince can annihilate the Haoran Sect. If you ask me, he’ll be the one leaving with his tail between his legs."
"It’s a shame we can’t go inside to see what’s really happening, but there’s bound to be a fight soon. Let’s just wait."
The crowd chattered, each with their own opinion, but all of them stretched their necks toward the waterfall, hoping to catch a glimpse of the events unfolding.
Meanwhile, the Golden Chariot entered the Haoran Sect. The proximity allowed Su Han to decipher the Spring Autumn Holy Formation much faster. Before long, he had cracked it. Although he could not yet turn it against its masters, he could now control it to a small degree.
At the same time, within the Haoran Sect, three thousand disciples stood in solemn formation. Before them stood five elders of the Supreme Realm, waiting ceremoniously for their guest to arrive.
This was the full strength of the Haoran Sect. Su Han had already anticipated this, so he was not surprised. What truly caught his attention were three other people standing to the side. All three were powerful experts at the Sixth or Seventh Layer of the Supreme Realm, but they were clearly not from the Haoran Sect.
"Sword Master Tao Ming of Three Yang City, Madame Qing Xia of Xia Guang City, and Sect Master Zhao of the Barbaric Elephant Sect!" Li Mingliang’s eyes widened in surprise as he quickly identified the three individuals.
Sword Master Tao Ming and Madame Qing Xia were vassals of the Second Prince, while Sect Master Zhao was a vassal of the Third Prince. All three were recorded in Li Mingliang’s little book as potential targets for Su Han to conquer. He never expected all three of them to be gathered here at the Haoran Sect. This was no friendly visit! It seemed the other party had come prepared, specifically to wait for Su Han here.
"Your Highness, allow me to introduce them!" Lu Yuan, still wearing that false smile, proceeded to introduce Sword Master Tao Ming and the others. He made no effort to hide anything, bluntly informing Su Han that the people he was looking for were all right here.
"Are you planning to assassinate this Prince?" Su Han’s expression remained unchanged as his indifferent voice rang out from the Golden Chariot once more.
Seeing Sword Master Tao Ming and the others, Su Han instantly guessed this was the Second Prince’s second plot.
A war of attrition? Or is this just a show of force to make me back down?
Su Han sneered. They want me to retreat? Not a chance!
"Your Highness must not make such jokes! We are all subjects of His Majesty. How could we dare to plot against Your Highness!" Lu Yuan’s expression changed as he hastily denied the accusation. This was a heinous crime punishable by the extermination of one’s entire clan; he certainly did not want to be branded with it.
"Your Highness acts decisively and has come with great momentum. Your servant can guess at your intentions. However, I am not involved in this matter and do not wish to suffer an undeserved catastrophe. Therefore, I boldly implore Your Highness to be magnanimous and spare us, your subjects."
Lu Yuan spoke again, adopting an extremely humble posture, which filled the three thousand disciples with righteous indignation as they glared at Su Han as if he were their mortal enemy.
"And what if I say no?" Su Han ignored the furious gazes of the three thousand disciples, his detached tone unwavering.
"If Your Highness insists on destroying the Haoran Sect, then as its Sect Master, I am bound to live or die with my Sect." Lu Yuan put on a show of great righteousness, winning over much of the crowd, but he quickly revealed his true intentions. "If Your Highness remains obstinate, then your servant has no choice but to boldly request a battle. If I am fortunate enough to win, will Your Highness agree to withdraw and spare the Haoran Sect?"
His challenge was issued, aimed directly at Su Han.
