Upon hearing this, Jiang Hao shook his head, his tone gentle yet firm:
"Senior Brother Lu, Senior Brother Nangong and I came here to help you secure your position as Human Emperor. Now it's time for us to retire gracefully."
Lu Fan remained silent.
He knew how firm the resolve of his two senior brothers was; once they made a decision, it could not be swayed by power or self-interest.
Lu Fan sighed, his eyes showing regret, but even more so understanding and respect.
"My fellow disciples are steadfast in their Dao and determined to attain the Great Dao, Lu Fan dared not force them to stay."
Whenever you return, you will always have a place here.
"That's natural."
Jiang Hao smiled and nodded.
"The Divine Dynasty is also our life's work. If a powerful enemy attacks in the future, or if we encounter an insurmountable problem, a single message will be enough for us to rush back, even if we are millions of miles away."
Jiang Hao personally built the Starfall Army in the Myriad Phenomena Divine Dynasty, and it was invincible in every battle. When it was time to say goodbye, he was also a little reluctant, but he still resolutely gave it up.
Nangong Wenjian also established the Sword Inquiry Pavilion, which has countless followers and enjoys a great reputation in the Myriad Phenomena Divine Dynasty.
But the two of them still felt that they had done what they could, and since they were there to help Lu Fan, there was no need to stay with him forever.
Nangong Wenjian's words were even more concise and direct; he stroked the hilt of his sword, his voice cold and sharp:
"Within the Divine Dynasty, there are no rivals who can sharpen my sword; the high halls of power Non-Self where my sword's heart dwells."
In other words, he's gained enough experience; it's time for him to go back into seclusion.
Just as the atmosphere was becoming somewhat somber, a fiery red figure suddenly appeared in the hall—it was Xiao Hong.
He preened his feathers, cleared his throat, and spoke with his usual haughty tone:
"Hey, you two haven't finished talking yet. I'm also planning to return to my master's side first."
Upon hearing this, the three people in the hall looked at him with some surprise.
"Senior Xiao Hong?"
Lu Fan was even more surprised.
Over the years, Xiao Hong has been stationed in the Divine Dynasty, and her terrifying strength is one of the trump cards for deterring external enemies and stabilizing the internal situation.
I never expected that even he would be leaving.
Xiao Hong flicked her tail feathers, glanced at him, and snorted:
"What are you looking at? I've protected you for hundreds of years, haven't I done more than enough?"
This damned divine dynasty is perfectly stable right now. With so Human Race bastards watching over it, one more or one less makes no difference. The Devil Race can't possibly make any rash moves either."
Most importantly, Xiao Hong was still thinking about Han Xuanji's reward.
Despite his imposing presence, his strength is actually only a fraction of what it was at its peak. Even though Lu Fan has provided him with countless rare treasures over the years, he hasn't recovered much of his power.
Even though she has developed some feelings for Lu Fan over the years, it's not much.
Of course, Xiao Hong couldn't say this directly.
"The immense kindness of Senior Xiao Hong will be forever forgotten by Lu Fan and the Myriad Phenomena Divine Dynasty."
Lu Fan stood up and bowed respectfully to Xiao Hong.
Jiang Hao and Nangong Wenjian also bowed to Xiao Hong in greeting.
Xiao Hong seemed a little uncomfortable with this solemn farewell. She twisted her neck and muttered:
"Alright, alright, enough with the formalities. I'm leaving with these two lads. Take good care of yourself, and don't die and disgrace your master."
The atmosphere in the hall became slightly tense upon mentioning Han Xuanji.
In their hearts, Han Xuanji will always be the highest mountain, unattainable.
"Alright, I'm heading out now!"
Xiao Hong said no more, her figure suddenly transformed into a stream of light, piercing through the roof of the palace and straight into the azure sky, disappearing in an instant, leaving only a faint trace of her aura.
Watching Xiao Hong leave, Lu Fan felt a sense of loss, yet also a strange sense of relief.
He looked at Jiang Hao and Nangong Wenjian:
"When will you two depart?"
"Immediately."
Jiang Hao said.
"Um."
Nangong Wenjian nodded.
Lu Fan did not try to stop them and watched them leave.
The sea of clouds churned, and the wind howled fiercely.
"Take care of yourself!"
"Senior brother, take care."
Jiang Hao gave one last piece of advice.
Nangong Wenjian a fist salute to Lu Fan, everything was understood without words.
Then, the two transformed into two streaks of light, one dazzling with starlight and the other Sword Qi Soaring to the Firmament, heading towards the Spirit Void Immortal Domain, breaking through the void and quickly disappearing into the vast sky.
Spirit Void Heavenly Palace.
The fairy mountain is shrouded in clouds and rosy clouds all year round, and celestial birds and exotic beasts roam among it.
Today, a solemn atmosphere and a sense of anticipation, unlike anything seen before, permeated the Spirit Void Heavenly Palace.
When the dazzling starlight and Soaring Firmament Sword that Jiang Hao and Nangong Wenjian transformed into descended, the two revealed their figures, and the scene before them made them slightly taken aback.
"It's Senior Brother Jiang Hao and Senior Brother Nangong!"
"They've returned from the Myriad Phenomena Divine Dynasty!"
"What a terrifying aura... Senior Brother Jiang Hao, I feel like my soul will be sucked in if I look at it for too long!"
"Senior Brother Nangong's Sword Intent... it feels like it's already on par with Chief Yuxuan!"
At the mountain gate, countless disciples of the Spirit Void Heavenly Palace who had rushed there upon hearing the news had already gathered, creating a bustling atmosphere with eager eyes.
Jiang Hao and Nangong Wenjian's illustrious achievements in the Myriad Phenomena Divine Dynasty had already spread back to their sect, and the names " First War God " and " Sword Inquiry Pavilion Master " were renowned far and wide.
At this moment, the disciples saw Benlai with their own eyes, and his aura was even more unfathomable than rumored. Their excitement and reverence were naturally overflowing.
At the forefront of the crowd, a man stepped forward with a hearty laugh. Dressed in a simple blue robe, he was none other than Su Ming.
Behind him followed dozens of disciples with pure auras and extraordinary cultivation, all of whom were the elite of his lineage.
Su Ming's eyes were filled with the joy of reunion and a hint of barely perceptible emotion. He cupped his hands and said:
"Brother Jiang, Junior Brother Nangong, after hundreds of years apart, you have returned in triumph. Your fame, which shakes the world, has already spread throughout the sect. Today, I, Su, am here to welcome you!"
Now that Su Ming is the head of the lineage, his demeanor has become increasingly composed, and a profound Daoist aura flows around him.
"Brother Su, there's no need to be so polite."
Jiang Hao returned the greeting with a smile, his gaze sweeping over Su Ming and the disciples behind him, but quickly settling back on Su Ming.
He was secretly shocked; Su Ming's aura was even stronger than he had imagined.
Over the years, not only has he made progress, but Su Ming seems to have made even greater progress.
However, Jiang Hao was not surprised at all; on the contrary, he felt it was only natural.
"Senior Brother Su."
Nangong Wenjian also nodded slightly to Su Ming.
Just then, several more bright lights appeared in the sky.
"Haha, Jiang Hao, Nangong Wenjian, elders, welcome home!"
Immortal Venerable Yuxuan's hearty laughter rang out first.
Although Jiang Hao and Nangong Wenjian went to the Myriad Phenomena Divine Dynasty, they did not abandon their identities as members of the Spirit Void Heavenly Palace. Although they were not the chief, they were both core elders of their respective lineages, holding high positions.
The latter, in particular, although he was Han Xuanji's disciple, had joined his Sword Lineage Sword Lineage and was also a member of it.
The other chiefs arrived together, each with an undisguised expression of satisfaction and pride on their faces.
They hovered in mid-air without landing, as a sign of special respect for these two prodigies who had brought great prestige to the sect.
Greetings, esteemed leaders!
Jiang Hao and Nangong Wenjian exchanged greetings.
Once upon a time, they had to look up to them; now they are proud of them.
This was something they could hardly have imagined before.
But they are much calmer now, without any arrogance. Under Han Xuanji's influence, their horizons have gradually broadened.
According to Han Xuanji's words, without achieving Hunyuan ), one is ultimately just an ant.