Chapter 004: Heart of a Snake and Scorpion
The pale-faced Tong Xin sat uneasily in the chair, her delicate lips tightly pressed together, and her ten slender fingers, resembling green onions, were nervously intertwined.
In the end, Fan Canglan burst into wild laughter. This is just how he is; he has never feared anyone when it comes to a tough approach. Especially, it is utterly intolerable for him that Qian Bujian insulted Fan Nan before the quality expansion.
Elder Taishang, please do not involve our Fan family in your private matters; the Fan family will not intervene in this matter. Senior Zhi Kuo, I assure you that the Fan family will not interfere this time, and you may proceed with your efforts without concern.
At this moment, everyone present focused their attention on Fan Nan, wondering what this young man was up to
Tong Xin, you need not pretend any longer; it must be quite exhausting. Moreover, what I detest the most is when a woman acts like a virtuous person while being a harlot. You arrived in Yanyun City three days ago and even made a deal with Fan Zun on Futu Mountain. Although you were disguised at the time, you forgot about the red mole on the back of your hand. While I do not know what you placed in that jade bottle for Fan Zun, I am aware that you mentioned you would give him the remaining half after the matter was accomplished. Am I not correct, Tong Xin?
The moment of life and death has now arrived, and Fan Nan's mind is filled with countless thoughts as she seeks a way to break the deadlock
Faced with Fan Canglan's piercing gaze, Fan Zun felt his heart skip a beat, and his breathing became somewhat rapid. It was only after Fan Canglan withdrew his gaze that he felt a bit better, but soon after, he was overcome with a surge of anger
With grandfather here, Fan Nan believes that Fan Zun cannot do anything to him. Although both are half-step masters, there is still a gap between them. It is evident that Fan Zun is not a match for grandfather.
At this moment, Tong Xin no longer pretended and saw no need to conceal anything. Everything was indeed the result of her calculations; she just did not expect Fan Zun to resort to such a despicable and cruel method. However, she did not care about this; the lives and deaths of others had nothing to do with her
Without waiting for Tongxin to refute, Fan Nan continued, "You need not deny it; you should be quite familiar with this feather! Indeed, this is a feather from your fire sparrow. I detected the scent of the Futo flower on it, and as far as I know, fire sparrows are particularly fond of Futo flowers. However, Futo flowers only bloom on Futo Mountain outside Yanyun City, and they only bloom for one day, which was three days ago, so—"
Hehe... Chief Fan, didn't you just say you wouldn't interfere in this matter? What is it? Now you want to get involved? Or are you trying to hide something?" Fan Nan looked at Fan Zun with sarcasm. He had already guessed the ins and outs of the situation, so he no longer bothered to be polite with Fan Zun, effectively tearing off the facade.
Although it was a question, the tone was extremely assertive. He had just connected the threads of the matter, and it was indeed a vicious conspiracy
A powerful momentum swept through, leaving everyone present feeling a sense of oppression. Fan Zun and the seven elders stared in shock at Fan Canglan; they had known that Fan Canglan was strong, but they had never anticipated that he would be this formidable.
Tong Xin furrowed her brows and asked Fan Nan, feeling incredulous that her meticulously arranged plan had been thoroughly seen through by Fan Nan. This was difficult for the proud Tong Xin to accept, yet she was also very eager to know how Fan Nan had overheard their conversation
Very well, I did not expect that you could actually uncover my scheme; you are indeed remarkable. However, how did you see us during the transaction that day? At that time, I can be certain that there was no third person present within Forto Mountain, and yet you were able to hear our conversation. Where were you hiding?
The Bloodhand Butcher of that year is indeed extraordinary, reaching such a level and still able to unleash the strength of a human realm. However, how long can you hold on? A quarter of an hour or two quarters? Once this time has passed, that kid Fan Nan will be in trouble. I wonder whether he will be torn apart by five horses or subjected to a thousand cuts.
You are indeed very cautious. It is true that at that time there was no third person present within Futo Mountain, but what about outside Futo Mountain
I was previously puzzled as to why, starting five months ago, Fan Zun and your group intensified their schemes against me, throwing all sorts of mud at me. I initially thought it was due to my failure in awakening, but now I realize it was entirely to tarnish my reputation and subsequently cause me to lose my qualification to enter the Haoran Academy
Zhi Kuo raised his eyes to glance at Fan Nan, his gaze containing a peculiar expression. This expression was one that Fan Nan was quite familiar with, as he had often seen others look at him with such disdain and mockery over the years
Hmph, what right do you have to speak here? Hurry up and get out!" Fan Zun said coldly, narrowing his eyes.
It is truly heartbreaking, yet also evokes feelings of disgust and aversion
Seeing his grandfather Fan Canglan so angry, Fan Nan quickly patted his grandfather's shoulder and turned to look at Zhi Kuo
At the same time, they were also grateful in their hearts that Fan Canglan had not taken action over the past few decades; at most, there had only been some minor skirmishes. Otherwise, they would have been killed long ago, and there would be no way they could still be alive today
Is this Fan Canglan a powerful figure at the Grand Master level
At this moment, Fan Zun and the seven elders felt a twinge of regret in their hearts. They had actually plotted against a Grandmaster-level expert, and over the years, they had been opposing a Grandmaster-level powerhouse. This was truly akin to the old birthday star hanging himself
Turning to look at Fan Zun, Fan Nan spoke: "Clan Leader Fan, your intention over the years for Fan Xuan'er to deliberately act intimately with me was to create a rift between me and the members of the Fan family. However, unfortunately, although Fan Xuan'er is a good actress, she could not conceal the hostility in her heart. In my eyes, she is merely a clown."
At this point, Zhi Kuo turned his head to look at the silent Fan Canglan and coldly said, "Brother Canglan, that piece of Haoran iron scroll is of no use to you. After this year, it will just be a piece of scrap iron. It would be better to put it to good use; this is the will of the Cloud King."
This is certainly not a half-step master; even at the master level, such an aura does not exist
"How is it that my grandson Fan Canglan has no right to speak? Fan Zun, I am in a very bad mood today. If you don't want to lie down for a month, you better behave yourself." Fan Canglan turned his head and shot a glare at Fan Zun, a hint of murderous intent flickering in his eyes
"Beyond Futu Mountain? Impossible. Who besides the Grand Master could see that far and clearly hear our conversation? Even a Grand Master at the Heavenly Realm cannot achieve that. How exactly did you do it?"
Now Fan Nan has indeed noticed some circumstances; this issue must have been brought about by this grandfather's old friend. What exactly did this friend say that made the grandfather so angry
Grandfather, you..." Tong Xin immediately stood up, her pretty face pale, looking at her grandfather in shock. However, as soon as Tong Xin opened her mouth, she was silenced by a fierce glare from Zhi Kuo.
You... you... Fan Canglan did not expect that Fan Zun would actually speak up for outsiders at this moment. Is this how the Fan family he has protected behaves? Perhaps he has truly been mistaken for the past hundred years
Fan Nan glanced outside the door, a smirk appearing at the corner of his mouth. He had already heard the hurried sounds of eavesdropping, knowing it was Fan Xuan'er listening outside. However, he paid it no mind
Qingya, was it your intention for me to protect such a family for a hundred years? Could it be that you were also mistaken?
Bang bang bang
Just as he said, merely a clown
This statement caused Fan Canglan's momentum to falter momentarily, and the blood-red light in his eyes dimmed. This accusation indeed struck at his weak point. He could unleash a massacre today, slaughtering everyone present, but what would happen afterward
His gaze shifted once again to Tong Xin, who wore a look of bewilderment. Fan Nan could hardly believe that the person before him was actually Tong Xin, the once pure and kind girl who had transformed into someone like this
The person who was riding on the fire sparrow at that time was you, Tong Xin! Fan Nan fixed his gaze on Tong Xin, who was sitting there, a glimmer of murderous intent flickering in his eyes; he truly wanted to slay this venomous girl.
Feeling the imposing aura emanating from Fan Canglan, Zhi Kuo waved the folding fan in his hand to set it aside, his expression grave as he gazed at Fan Canglan
Otherwise, even if he escapes with his life today, he will be pursued by others, and after his grandfather's outburst today, he will surely meet his demise on the spot. He absolutely cannot allow such a thing to happen
However, they now dare not provoke Fan Canglan, otherwise, if it comes to a situation where both sides suffer, they would all perish here today
He would rather destroy this magnificent iron scroll than hand it over to the quality expansion; he would prefer to be shattered like jade than to remain intact like broken tiles. This is his consistent style.
Grandfather Zhi Kuo, could you please tell me what exactly is going on?
However, as soon as Fan Canglan's words fell, Fan Zun beside him quickly waved his hand, and there was even a hint of mockery in his eyes
Old thing, just wait, soon you will see something interesting!
You previously conveyed the message from the inspector to my grandfather, intending for him to pass on the true essence of the book to me. Then, after my grandfather has suffered significant losses in strength, you would be able to confidently demand the Haoran Iron Scroll, wouldn't you
Zhi Kuo, you have insulted me and my grandson in every possible way. What do you intend to do? What are your intentions? This is the Fan family, not your Yun Wangfu. If you want the Haoran Iron Scroll, fine, I will crush it into a ball for you. Do you want it? Haha...
After the complete outbreak, he did not have much time left to live, and the outcome for Fan Nan can be easily imagined
Fan Nan clapped his hands while looking at Zhi Kuo and Fan Zun, saying: "Wonderful, truly wonderful. Everything that has happened today is the result of your scheming, isn't it?"
He raised his eyes and swept a glance over the faces that he found detestable, yet the owners of these faces remained silent. Fan Canglan's strength was truly beyond their imagination, disrupting their original plans
Fan Canglan fell silent for a moment, then suddenly opened his eyes wide, filled with bloodshot veins, but more so with a frenzied rage
Zhi Kuo raised his teacup and took a sip of tea, then without even glancing at Fan Nan, he said: "You worthless one, it would be better if you no longer called me 'grandfather.' Due to your moral corruption, Haoran Academy has revoked your admission qualifications. I have come here primarily to retrieve the Haoran Iron Scroll, which you no longer have any use for. Recently, Xin Er has been tested and found to possess a Seven Aperture Linglong Heart, which is just what she needs."
With a cold glance at everyone present, Fan Nan suppressed the anger within him. After enduring years of ridicule and sarcasm from others, he had long since learned to control his emotions and maintain his composure at all times
For a master at the Grandmaster level, wanting to kill them is as effortless as blowing away dust; a mere wave of energy could instantly annihilate them
They are now completely suppressed by the momentum released by Fan Canglan, making it difficult for them to even stand up