At this moment, not only was Gu Qingqing shocked, but the cultivator from the Wild Wolf Gang also looked at Ding Fan with a face full of astonishment. Clearly, he didn't expect that someone who was merely an Early Nascent Soul cultivator could be so formidable. One must know that he had used all his strength to defend against Ding Fan's Wind Blade attack.

Yet he was still pushed back several steps, and it seemed that Ding Fan hadn't used his full strength at all, but executed it casually. This was simply too unbelievable!

At this moment, the cultivator from the Wild Wolf Gang was filled with rage. He couldn't care about much now. For a Late Nascent Soul cultivator like himself to be pushed back by an Early Nascent Soul cultivator was just impossible. It was simply an insult!

"Courting death!"

The Wild Wolf Gang cultivator bellowed angrily and then lunged at Ding Fan with a vicious thrust of his longsword.

Seeing this scene, Gu Qingqing couldn't help but feel very worried for Ding Fan. She knew that the Wild Wolf Gang cultivator was formidable with a sword. Previously, even a Late Nascent Soul cultivator at her side couldn't withstand three moves under his sword, let alone that Ding Fan was merely an Early Nascent Soul cultivator.

However, Ding Fan didn't show the slightest shock; instead, his face was full of anger. Seeing the Wild Wolf Gang cultivator reminded him of when they massacred the Dayang Sect, which was utterly detestable.

Immediately, Ding Fan drew his flying sword and slashed fiercely at the opponent.

Swish!

Pff...

As Ding Fan's sword descended, the Wild Wolf Gang cultivator's head was instantly severed, blood gushing out continuously, dead beyond dead.

At this moment, Gu Qingqing was completely dumbfounded, unable to believe that an Early Nascent Soul cultivator could slay a Late Nascent Soul cultivator of the Wild Wolf Gang with just one sword strike. It was simply too incredible!

How is this possible?

The opponent was a Late Nascent Soul cultivator, and even her own Late Nascent Soul cultivator couldn't withstand his sword, yet an Early Nascent Soul cultivator managed to kill him with just one strike! This was just too inconceivable!

Gu Qingqing's mind was completely blank, unable to believe this scene, which was unheard of in the Cultivation World. However, that Early Nascent Soul cultivator truly accomplished it, could there really be another Ding Fan in this world?

For a moment, Gu Qingqing felt her mind was somewhat insufficient.

Not only was Gu Qingqing shocked, but the fully armed cultivator beside her was also in disbelief at the scene, finding it incredibly unbelievable!

Initially, he didn't believe Lin Hu's words, that an Early Nascent Soul cultivator could defeat him with just a Wind Blade, but now he completely believed it. Not to mention an Nascent Soul Middle Stage cultivator, the Wild Wolf Gang's cultivator, who was a Late Nascent Soul cultivator, was similarly slain with just one strike. This was simply astonishing!

"Where's Ding Fan?"

Gu Qingqing slowly regained her composure and asked her subordinate.

"I notified him, but it seems he ran away."

The cultivator replied honestly, clearly feeling uneasy, as he hadn't expected Ding Fan to run away.

Gu Qingqing was also full of doubt, not expecting that Ding Fan would run away upon learning that the Wild Wolf Gang had already arrived. This was utterly perplexing. However, she developed a good impression of the young man before her and respectfully walked to Ding Fan's side to say:

"Thank you, young man. May I know your name? The City Lord Mansion will surely repay you for saving my life."

Upon hearing this, Ding Fan calmly replied:

"No need, but I want to tell you that seeing isn't always believing."

After saying this, Ding Fan left. He didn't want to reveal his identity, as he was already quite famous, and exposing it would surely bring much trouble. Ding Fan still had many tasks to complete, including dealing with the Wild Wolf Gang cultivators who had entered the city.

Ding Fan knew he wouldn't let them off when encountering the Wild Wolf Gang, but he had to plan this carefully.

"Thank you, young man..."

Seeing Ding Fan leaving, Gu Qingqing was taken aback for a moment and then sincerely thanked him. Ding Fan had left a deep impression on her, as she hadn't expected him to save her and not seek any compensation, which truly earned him respect.

However, Gu Qingqing kept pondering Ding Fan's words. What did they mean? Seeing isn't always believing? What event was he referring to? She was sure he wouldn't say such words without reason, obviously hinting at something.

But what was it?

Ding Fan was almost back at the inn where Ye Ningbing and others were staying. The words he had said to Gu Qingqing were actually meant to warn her not to believe in the fake Ding Fan. It didn't trouble him specifically, but since the guy was an evil cultivator and Gu Qingqing left a good impression, Ding Fan kindly reminded her.

…

Returning to the inn, He Qianyao and the others were relieved to see Ding Fan return safely.

"Let's stay here a few more days until we gather some information before deciding when to set off."

At this moment, Ding Fan spoke to everyone.

He Qianyao and the others naturally had no objections. Ding Fan briefly recounted the night's events, so everyone knew he hadn't obtained any information and nodded, saying:

"Okay. We'll listen to you, Ding Fan."

At this moment, He Qianyao looked at Ding Fan with great trust in her eyes and said. Following suit, the two divine warrior girls also expressed their agreement, because they were all here for these two girls, so naturally, the girls had no objections.

As for Ye Ningbing, there was no need to mention it; she naturally trusted Ding Fan completely and was willing to go wherever Ding Fan went.

Seeing that no one had any objections, Ding Fan promptly invited everyone to return to their respective rooms to rest. At this moment, only Ding Fan remained in Ye Ningbing's room.

"Is something on your mind?"

At this moment, Ye Ningbing looked at Ding Fan. It was obvious from Ding Fan's furrowed brows that he was troubled, so she gently asked him.

Upon hearing Ye Ningbing's words, Ding Fan embraced her tender body and said:

"It's those guys from the Wild Wolf Gang, they've already arrived here…"

Before Ding Fan could finish, Ye Ningbing immediately interrupted:

"Since they've come, let's deal with them before we leave. After all, your strength should handle some of the Wild Wolf Gang rookies without any problems, right?"

At this moment, upon hearing Ye Ningbing's words, Ding Fan felt incredibly relieved. She truly understood him the best. He meant the same thing but didn't know how to tell Ye Ningbing. He didn't want her to worry too much, but the hatred with the Dayang Sect couldn't be left unresolved. Running into the Wild Wolf Gang now was indeed a great opportunity.

While Ding Fan knew that with his current strength, he couldn't fight the entire Wild Wolf Gang, he certainly could eliminate some of their disciples. Moreover, Ding Fan had already thought of a plan. It seemed that he indeed needed to find Gu Qingqing and the others.

Ding Fan planned to join forces with the City Lord Mansion to deal with the Wild Wolf Gang. After all, Ding Fan wasn't entirely sure about the Wild Wolf Gang's actions this time, and the City Lord Mansion desperately needed outside help right now, so they would help each other.

Ding Fan then shared his thoughts with Ye Ningbing. After listening, Ye Ningbing smiled slightly, looking at Ding Fan with affectionate eyes, and agreed, saying:

"Whatever you do, I'll support you."

Hearing Ye Ningbing's words, Ding Fan felt deeply touched. He gently kissed Ye Ningbing on the forehead and left her room.

Returning to his room, Ding Fan began to cultivate while thinking about matters related to the Wild Wolf Gang.

The Wild Wolf Gang must not be spared by Ding Fan! Even if it meant only killing some of their disciples now, that's what Ding Fan intended to do, as it was a way to weaken the Wild Wolf Gang.

...

After a night of cultivation, dawn quickly approached.

Ding Fan slowly opened his eyes, clearly full of energy and in good spirits, as the night's cultivation had been effective.

Afterwards, Ding Fan went straight to the City Lord Mansion. Today, Ding Fan planned to cooperate with them. He knew they would be very willing.

...

However, someone had already arrived at the City Lord Mansion before him.

It was the scar-faced man. At this moment, the scar-faced man was visibly out of sorts, as he was rather frightened last night and couldn't believe the Wild Wolf Gang disciples had caught up with him. It was a matter of life and death for him. So he decided he couldn't wait for the three days the City Lord Mansion mentioned.

Who knew if he would still be alive in three days? Early this morning, the scar-faced man rushed to the City Lord Mansion.

"So, what's your decision? I have some matters to attend to and will be leaving soon. If you're not sincere, I'll have to say goodbye."

At this moment, in the reception hall of the City Lord Mansion, the scar-faced man declared confidently without showing any signs of fear.

In the reception hall, an aged middle-aged man sat in the main seat, with the scar-faced man on one side and Gu Qingqing on the other.

At that moment, Gu Qingqing looked at those in front of her, filled with questions she wanted to ask, so she directly inquired:

"I wonder where Mr. Ding Fan went last night? You should know that the people from the Wild Wolf Gang have already arrived, but why did Mr. Ding Fan run away?"

Although Gu Qingqing appeared puzzled, she was still polite in her speech, as she wasn't completely certain despite last night's warning from Ding Fan.

"What are you talking about! This is ridiculous! Me, run away? Who said that? Show them to me!"

Upon hearing Gu Qingqing's words, the scar-faced man felt a cold sweat. But he could tell they didn't seem aware he was an impostor, so he continued his act confidently.

"I saw it!"

At that moment, a resolute cultivator behind Gu Qingqing spoke up. It was the same one who had gone to call the scar-faced man the previous night.

Seeing someone standing up, the scar-faced man was momentarily taken aback. He then feigned a relaxed demeanor and laughed, saying:

"Oh, so you're talking about that incident!"