At this moment, Lin Tianxin was furious, having nearly fallen for Ouyang Shaohui's trap. Fortunately, Yun Fan arrived just in time, otherwise, she would have suffered irreparable damage.
Ouyang Shaohui scoffed, "Yun Fan, I admit you have some strength, but don't brag so much. You're no match for the Dragon God!"
"Could it be that you merely escaped when the Dragon God attacked the Black Dragon Society and have come here to deceive people!" he sneered at Yun Fan.
Yun Fan was unconcerned. "Believe it or not, I have no need to explain myself to you!"
"Tianxin, let's go!"
"Mm-hmm!"
Yun Fan pulled Lin Tianxin and prepared to leave.
But Ouyang Shaohui said coldly, "This is not a place you can just come and go as you please!"
"What do you intend to do?"
Ouyang Shaohui stated, "If you want to leave, you must leave her behind first!"
His sole target was Lin Tianxin. As for Yun Fan, he would leave him for the Dragon God to deal with. Little did he know, the Dragon God had already been defeated by Yun Fan.
"And if I don't leave her?"
Ouyang Shaohui revealed a murderous intent. "Then neither of you will leave!"
With that, a group of people rushed in from outside, surrounding Yun Fan and Lin Tianxin.
"Don't be afraid, just follow me later!" Yun Fan reassured her.
"Mm-hmm!"
Although Lin Tianxin wasn't sure if they could escape, with Yun Fan by her side, she felt an inexplicable sense of security no matter where they were.
"Yun Fan, since the Dragon God didn't kill you, then your life belongs to me now!" Ouyang Shaohui looked down at Yun Fan with an arrogant gaze.
Yun Fan replied, "You are not qualified!"
"Kill him for me!"
Following Ouyang Shaohui's command, dozens of men charged forward. Of course, these were merely cannon fodder.
"Ahhh!"
Screams echoed as they all fell to the ground. In front of Yun Fan, they were nothing more than a disorganized mob.
At this point, only Yun Fan and Ouyang Shaohui remained. They both gathered their aura, poised for battle.
Yun Fan declared, "Don't you disbelieve that I defeated the Dragon God? Then I'll show you now what true strength is!"
"Arrogant!"
Ouyang Shaohui was confident in his ability to defeat Yun Fan. He was merely unwilling that the Dragon God and Yun Fan hadn't fought to the death.
Although he didn't want to fight Yun Fan himself, preferring to leave it to the Dragon God, if he couldn't defeat Yun Fan, he wouldn't be able to keep Lin Tianxin. He wasn't about to let the prize he had almost grasped slip away.
Lin Tianxin warned Yun Fan, "Don't be impulsive. We can just retreat if things get difficult!" Her intention was for Yun Fan not to prolong the fight.
Yun Fan responded, "It's fine. He tried to kill me before, so I'll collect the debt with interest now!"
He recalled his previous dinner with Yang Xuejian, where they had first encountered a car accident and then an assassination attempt. Initially, he suspected Butler Fu had arranged it.
However, Butler Fu didn't have the resources for such a plan. Moreover, the Dragon God hadn't arrived in Jiangnan at the time. Therefore, he suspected Ouyang Shaohui was behind it.
Ouyang Shaohui chuckled playfully. "You were lucky last time, but you won't have a chance to escape this time!"
"It was you!"
Yun Fan hadn't expected that his simple probe would lead to Ouyang Shaohui's confession.
Thus, at this moment, he became even more determined to deal with Ouyang Shaohui.
"Overestimating yourself!"
With that, Ouyang Shaohui attacked Yun Fan. Despite being a pampered young master, his strength was not to be underestimated.
With just one move, Yun Fan concluded that Ouyang Shaohui's strength was comparable to the Dragon God's, though his combat experience was not as superior.
The two engaged in combat. Fists and feet collided, each strike carrying the force of a landslide.
In the blink of an eye, they had exchanged dozens of moves. To Ouyang Shaohui's surprise, Yun Fan grew stronger with each passing moment, even showing signs of overpowering him.
"Bang!"
After one exchange, Ouyang Shaohui was struck on the jaw by Yun Fan.
"Young Master!"
Ouyang Shaohui's subordinates, who had rushed in, stared in disbelief at the sight of their young master being at a disadvantage.
Just as they were about to charge forward, Ouyang Shaohui stopped them. Their strength was too low; they couldn't even distract Yun Fan and would only serve as more casualties.
Lin Tianxin admired Yun Fan immensely. It was a pity that due to a misunderstanding in the past, this man, who was like the wind, should have been hers alone. Now, by twist of fate, Yun Fan no longer belonged to her exclusively. However, even if he didn't belong to her, she was still Yun Fan's primary wife.
"It seems the heir of the Ouyang family is just average!" Yun Fan said dismissively.
Ouyang Shaohui was not angered by this remark. Unlike the brutish Dragon God, who was easily provoked, he was a calm individual who knew Yun Fan was deliberately trying to disrupt his state of mind.
He calmly removed his suit jacket, revealing a black vest and a white shirt, exuding the aura of a "suit gangster."
"I was just playing around earlier. Now, I'm serious!" he said coldly to Yun Fan.
"Then I'd like to see how badly you lose when you get serious!" Yun Fan retorted.
"You're seeking death!"
Instantly, Ouyang Shaohui moved like a swift shadow, attacking Yun Fan like a true suit gangster. He was now like a wild horse that had broken free, exuding an aura of terror. Yun Fan also unleashed his full power.
"Boom!"
As their fists collided, Ouyang Shaohui produced a dagger from nowhere and aimed it directly at Yun Fan's throat. For anyone else, this perfectly executed kill would have been unavoidable. However, Yun Fan reacted swiftly, perfectly evading the strike. He then kicked Ouyang Shaohui away.
"You are no match for me!" Yun Fan stated calmly. While Ouyang Shaohui's strength was still a notch below the Dragon God's, his composure was far superior. If not for the unexpected circumstances of their fight, Ouyang Shaohui would have been a formidable foe.
The two continued their battle. Yun Fan's power was such that even though Ouyang Shaohui was not as strong as the Dragon God, his composure was much better. If the battle hadn't been so unexpected, Ouyang Shaohui would have been a truly terrifying opponent.
Ouyang Shaohui's eyes flashed with unwillingness and shock. He was unwilling to be defeated by Yun Fan. He was shocked by Yun Fan's immense strength. While their fight wasn't world-shattering, Ouyang Shaohui had undeniably given his all. Previously, he had doubted Yun Fan's ability to defeat the Dragon God, but now, he was beginning to believe. If any martial arts expert had witnessed Yun Fan's two recent duels, they would have concluded that Yun Fan was a combination of the Dragon God and Ouyang Shaohui, possessing the Dragon God's ferocity and Ouyang Shaohui's wisdom.
Ouyang Shaohui sneered, "I must admit, you've truly surprised me. However, victory will still be mine!"
"Are you so sure?" Yun Fan wondered where his confidence stemmed from.
Ouyang Shaohui didn't answer. Instead, he seized the opportunity and lunged at Yun Fan.
"Again!" Yun Fan was bewildered by Ouyang Shaohui's persistence. Why didn't he just accept his fate? Yun Fan met him head-on, and they began to test each other's strength, the loser signifying the end of the battle.
At this critical juncture, "Be careful!" Lin Tianxin cried out as the hall was plunged into darkness. A terrifying aura descended, making it difficult for everyone to breathe. Then, a figure lunged at Yun Fan's back. Yun Fan frowned and quickly pushed Ouyang Shaohui aside, using two fingers to block the attacker's weapon.
"Hiss!" Lin Tianxin gasped. That strike would have been fatal for most. To think Yun Fan could deflect such a sure-kill attack. His strength was truly terrifying.
Ouyang Shaohui's face was filled with unwillingness. While he admitted his strength was inferior to the Dragon God's and his influence was not as great, his confidence stemmed from having invited an expert for assistance. He had planned to use this expert against the Dragon God after Yun Fan was dealt with. But to his surprise, he had to use him earlier.
Yun Fan now clearly saw the attacker: a middle-aged man with a stern expression, his eyes piercing as if they could see into one's heart. They were incredibly sharp.
"Wang Hu Sha dying at your hands is no injustice!" he said coldly to Yun Fan. Even his brief words conveyed his formidable presence.
Yun Fan inquired, "Who are you to him?"
"He was my junior brother!"
"Tian Ying!" Yun Fan immediately recognized the identity of the man, the sixty-seventh ranked on the Earthly Ranking, Tian Ying! This man's background was indeed extraordinary. Tian Ying, a renowned expert, had a tumultuous path to fame. He was an adopted son of a prominent northern family. However, his exceptional talent and growing influence within the family led to his being ostracized by his adoptive father and sworn brother. Yet, at the time, Tian Ying was not so ruthless. Even when his adoptive father and brother showed him disdain, he bore it no ill will, instead dedicating himself to strengthening the family. Under his stewardship, the family rose from decline to prominence. However, his adoptive father and his family seemed to take this as their due. As Tian Ying's influence grew, his adoptive father made a move. On Tian Ying's wedding night, his adoptive father drugged his wine with a potent aphrodisiac that would induce unconsciousness. After drinking the wine, he fell into a deep slumber. When he awoke, his nightmare began. His wife, on their wedding night, was defiled by his brother, then murdered, and he was framed for the crime. His adoptive father then bound him with chains, intending to execute him publicly. That night, Tian Ying's heart turned to ash. He had never desired the position of family head; he had only served the family out of gratitude for his adoption. To his despair, the family that had given him hope was now cruelly trying to destroy him. That night, he was reborn from the ashes. Unbeknownst to anyone at the time, he had already cultivated his strength to the Grandmaster level. In front of everyone, he broke free from his chains. In that moment, his adoptive father's family realized they had made a grave mistake. Subsequently, Tian Ying unleashed a massacre, exterminating his adoptive father's entire family and burning down the corrupted household. From then on, he embarked on a path of slaughter, and the name Tian Ying rose to prominence. The current Tian Ying was a post-heavenly expert, surpassing the Grandmaster realm.
"You know my name. It seems your background is not insignificant!" Tian Ying said emotionlessly.
Yun Fan pressed, "Do you seek revenge for your junior brother?"
"Not necessarily. I merely owe a favor to the Ouyang family," Tian Ying replied, which was within Yun Fan's expectations. He was familiar with the Earthly Ranking experts. Despite Tian Ying's murderous aura, he was not a wicked villain. Wang Hu Sha was a notorious wrongdoer. If Tian Ying had truly intervened, not only the Nightfall organization but even the Dragon God would have been no match for him. He didn't bother learning about the Human Ranking; it was too weak, consisting only of Grandmasters, not worthy of his attention.
"Yun Fan, let's see how you die tonight!" Ouyang Shaohui revealed a sinister grin. With this lineup, even with supernatural abilities, Yun Fan was bound to perish.
"Is that so?" At this moment, Yun Fan suddenly went berserk and attacked him first. Ouyang Shaohui's expression shifted. It seemed the predator was targeting the weakest prey. Fortunately, he was prepared and quickly dodged. Behind him, Tian Ying, wielding two finely crafted iron claws, lunged forward. If his claws managed to ensnare Yun Fan, he would lose at least a chunk of flesh. The three engaged in a true battle in the hall. Lin Tianxin's face paled at the sight. In a one-on-one fight, having witnessed Yun Fan's strength, she was confident he could handle it. But a two-on-one fight, with two post-heavenly experts, was a terrifying prospect. Even powerful families like the four great clans had few post-heavenly experts. She wondered if Yun Fan could withstand it.
"Bang!" In the midst of the battle, Yun Fan kicked Ouyang Shaohui away. However, his back was slashed by Tian Ying's claws, leaving a deep gash.
"Yun Fan!" Lin Tianxin cried out in concern. Yun Fan remained calm. Tian Ying praised him, "You are the strongest I've ever seen at your age!"
"Thank you for the compliment!" Yun Fan smiled faintly.
"Yun Fan, you will die today!" Ouyang Shaohui declared triumphantly. At this moment, he possessed unprecedented confidence. While he wasn't the primary combatant, it didn't matter; all he wanted was Yun Fan's death.
"If you kill him, I will bite off my tongue and commit suicide on the spot!" Lin Tianxin threatened. She knew Ouyang Shaohui's objective was her, giving her leverage.
Yun Fan said, "Don't worry, they cannot kill me!"
"At this point, how much chance do you think you have?" Facing Ouyang Shaohui's mockery, Yun Fan stated directly, "Full marks!"
"Ridiculous!" To everyone's surprise, Yun Fan suddenly unleashed his suppressed power, his aura increasing exponentially. Not only Ouyang Shaohui's expression changed, but even Tian Ying looked grave.
"Is this your true strength?"
"What do you think!" At this moment, Tian Ying attacked Yun Fan without hesitation. Yes, he had realized the gravity of the situation. He had already been shocked by Yun Fan's strength, and now he realized he had underestimated him.
"Kill!" The three once again clashed. Yun Fan, like a tiger emerging from its den, who had been suppressed by the two, now held the absolute initiative, pushing both of them back.
"Boom!" Yun Fan unleashed a palm strike from a distance towards Ouyang Shaohui. Ouyang Shaohui had nowhere to retreat and chose to confront Yun Fan directly. "Crack!" The next moment, his arm snapped.
"Ugh!" Ouyang Shaohui grunted and retreated. Tian Ying's claws slashed towards Yun Fan's head, but Yun Fan caught them, and with a slight exertion of force, the claws shattered.
"How is this possible?" Ouyang Shaohui's face was filled with fear. With Yun Fan's displayed combat power, he realized that even among the four great clans, only their top experts could defeat Yun Fan. Tian Ying's other claw swung towards him, but this time Yun Fan was prepared. Before the claw could land, he punched Tian Ying in the chest.
"Pfft!" Even the mighty Tian Ying spat blood.
"So strong!" Tian Ying gasped and said to Ouyang Shaohui, "Young Master, his strength is too great. At this point, only one of us can survive!"
"What do you mean?" Ouyang Shaohui was displeased. Looking at Tian Ying's posture, the outcome of who would die was uncertain, and crucially, Ouyang Shaohui knew he was the weaker one and would be the one to die. Tian Ying explained, "Since I owe the Ouyang family a favor, I will naturally not let the Young Master die. Therefore, I will distract him, and you can seize the opportunity to kill him!"
"Agreed!" Ouyang Shaohui finally relaxed. Instantly, Yun Fan attacked. He wouldn't give them a moment's respite; his aim was to deliver a killing blow. At this moment, Tian Ying also threw himself at Yun Fan, seemingly disregarding his own safety. He tangled with Yun Fan, and although he was severely injured and on the verge of death, he gave Yun Fan no chance to be distracted.
"Young Master, now!" Tian Ying urgently reminded him.
"Thump!" In a flash, he was hit by Yun Fan's fist again, staggering precariously. Ouyang Shaohui contemplated for a moment and decided to give up. Having witnessed Yun Fan's ferocity, which surpassed even that of a tiger, he had lost the courage to fight. In the end, Ouyang Shaohui hardened his heart, turned, and fled at the fastest possible speed. Tian Ying was stunned. They had agreed to fight together, and they were almost at the enemy's nexus, yet Ouyang Shaohui had chosen to disengage. He was naturally no match for Yun Fan alone and was sent flying by Yun Fan's strike, nearly perishing. Before he could even get up, Yun Fan's foot landed on him.
"You lost!" Tian Ying offered no resistance. The scene fell into absolute silence, the only sound being the frantic escape of Ouyang Shaohui's subordinates scrambling away.
"He's that formidable?" At this moment, Lin Tianxin was the most shocked. Facing a combined assault from two peerless masters, Yun Fan had managed to turn the tide and win. After all, post-heavenly experts could be considered peerless masters. As expected of her fiancé, Yun Fan's might was enough to inspire fear. She resolved never to act so impulsively again. As Yun Fan's fiancée, she should trust him to have the ability to resolve any situation. Even if he couldn't, they could at least face death together.
Tian Ying said, "I am prepared for the price of defeat. Proceed!" He then closed his eyes, awaiting his fate. However, Yun Fan hesitated. Tian Ying opened his eyes in confusion. "Why don't you kill me?"
"I'll give you a chance. Submit to me, or die?" Yun Fan said calmly. Tian Ying hadn't expected Yun Fan to want to recruit him; it was beyond his expectations.
"I agree to submit to you!" Tian Ying did not refuse and readily agreed to Yun Fan's terms.
"Then go! Appear when I need you!"
"Agreed!" With that, Tian Ying vanished from the hall, his departure as swift and silent as his arrival.
"You're just letting him go?" Lin Tianxin asked doubtfully. "What if he turns against you?"
"I trust his character!" Although Yun Fan's words seemed casual, anyone who knew Tian Ying's background and origin understood that he was a man of his word. Since he had agreed to Yun Fan, he would not break his promise, just as he had been willing to sacrifice his life to help Ouyang Shaohui kill Yun Fan earlier. All he owed the Ouyang family was a single favor.
Lin Tianxin then asked curiously, "What if Ouyang Shaohui had attacked just now? What would have been the outcome?"
"If he had attacked, I would have taken them all down in one go!" Yun Fan exuded confidence, and it wasn't mere boasting. Given his invincible state at that moment, Ouyang Shaohui's escape was a wise choice. Despite Ouyang Shaohui's cowardice, he knew he had little chance of winning in the battle that had just taken place. Afterward, Yun Fan and Lin Tianxin left.
...
The day after Yun Fan's wager with the Dragon God, the entire Black Dragon Society was in turmoil, unable to eat or sleep. Although the Dragon God was already Yun Fan's defeated subordinate, and it was unlikely he would win this time, they worried he might involve people behind him. Their concerns were not unfounded. Only Yun Fan remained calm. He always believed in taking things as they came, so he feared nothing. To alleviate the psychological pressure on everyone, Yun Fan said to Yang Xuejian, "Sixth Senior Sister, the drama is only halfway through filming. Let's continue shooting!"
"Little Junior Brother, with the great battle against the Dragon God imminent, aren't you going to prepare?" Yang Xuejian asked in surprise.
Yun Fan replied, "What is there to prepare? Sixth Senior Sister, rest assured!" Yang Xuejian was convinced. She believed Yun Fan wanted to relax, so she agreed to his unreasonable request. Of course, it wasn't just her; Lin Tianxin was also there. Although Jiang Xueyan's character had already died in the drama, she insisted on following along, and the crew couldn't refuse. After they left, Zhao Fanghua arrived.
"Where are they?" Facing Zhao Fanghua's question, Hei Long quickly replied, "Sister Zhao, they went to film!" Zhao Fanghua was so enraged that she almost collapsed. At such a critical juncture, they were still thinking about filming. She knew it was Yang Xuejian's doing again, so she didn't even enter the main building and rushed directly to the film set. This time, she would teach Yang Xuejian, that disobedient little vixen, a lesson. She was truly infuriated that at this moment, she was still taking Yun Fan around having fun.