He sensed what would happen in the next moment.
Liu Yunqing turned his back directly.
Witnessing too much bloodshed affected his state of mind.
However, the bloodshed he imagined did not actually occur.
Every action has a cause, and every debt has a creditor.
There was little point in killing the Saber Sect disciples who were used as shields by Tu Gang.
Chu Fan would only target those who had attacked his mother.
Therefore, before the Saber Sect members could surround him, he plunged into the crowd like a sharp sword, charging forward and breaking through the defense line to stand before Tu Gang.
Tu Gang trembled uncontrollably, the muscles in his mouth twitching slightly.
He had originally thought that by using formations, the sect members could wear down Chu Fan's strength.
Then, he would lead the others to attack together, surely taking him down.
He had never expected things to unfold so differently from his plan.
With just one charge and an intangible pressure, Tu Gang knew he was no match for Chu Fan. He immediately gave Chu Fan a thumbs-up: "Young man, impressive strength!"
"Can we discuss this properly?"
"Whatever your request, the Saber Sect agrees!"
Since he was no match, there was no point in fighting.
Tu Gang, unwilling to die or be injured, could only bow to Chu Fan, hoping to diffuse Chu Fan's anger.
Unsure of the specific reason, he believed that Chu Fan and Liu Yunqing had come here mainly because the Saber Sect had oppressed Cloud Mountain Sect.
Chu Fan's appearance at Cloud Mountain Sect was interpreted as Cloud Mountain Sect seeking outside help.
Since they were not mortal enemies, there was room for negotiation.
"Please!"
Seeing Chu Fan nod, Tu Gang thought there was room for negotiation and immediately bowed respectfully, inviting Chu Fan into the Saber Sect's inner hall to discuss matters.
Upon entering the inner hall, the remaining main fighting force of the Saber Sect followed, appearing casual but with their bodies tensed, ready to strike at any moment.
"Young man, please have a seat!"
Tu Gang, with a friendly expression, seated Chu Fan in his own seat.
"Young man, we can discuss anything!"
"I know our Saber Sect brothers can be a bit impulsive and have upset you. I apologize on their behalf!"
"Please understand the difficulty of what we have achieved today. Whatever your request, just say it. As long as the Saber Sect can fulfill it, we will compromise!"
Chu Fan glanced at the others before his gaze settled on Tu Gang.
"You think I came today because the Saber Sect caused trouble for Cloud Mountain Sect?"
Tu Gang's brow twitched. Was it not?
Through Chu Fan's gaze, he realized that Chu Fan had come personally, and it seemed it wasn't because Gong Wenshan and others had oppressed Cloud Mountain Sect's mountain gate.
However, after thinking about it, Tu Gang felt there was no other reason that could provoke an unknown person like Chu Fan.
To understand Chu Fan's purpose for coming, Tu Gang could only remain calm and ask humbly, "Since you are not here for this matter, then it is..."
*Clink...*
Chu Fan took out the pendant and placed it on the table.
Upon seeing the pendant, Tu Gang's brow furrowed even deeper.
Having interacted with Kuang Fengshuang numerous times, he naturally knew that this pendant was worn by him.
However, he couldn't recall where the pendant came from, as quite some time had passed.
Seeing Tu Gang looking at him with confusion, Chu Fan directly said, "Several years ago, a woman passed by here, and you led people to intercept her. This pendant fell from that woman. Do you remember this matter?"
Several years ago?
A woman?
A pendant?
Tu Gang furrowed his brow and thought carefully, and then suddenly recalled the incident.
His heart trembled, and his clenched fist slowly tightened.
At this moment, he truly hadn't expected Chu Fan to come for this matter.
If it hadn't been for the sudden mention, he would have almost forgotten about it.
It was also at this moment that Tu Gang understood why Kuang Fengshuang and others had been slaughtered.
It seemed that the person before him had a significant connection to that woman from back then.
Seeing that the item belonging to that woman appeared on Kuang Fengshuang, it was only natural for him to be angry.
For a moment, Tu Gang didn't know what to say.
He knew that if Chu Fan had come because the Saber Sect oppressed Cloud Mountain Sect, there might still have been room for negotiation.
But coming for the interception and ambush from back then made it difficult to negotiate.
Tu Gang hesitated.
He wanted to fight, but he was also worried about not being Chu Fan's match.
Just then, Chu Fan spoke again, "You know very well who participated in it back then!"
"Call them all out, and we can discuss this properly!"
"If you refuse to call them, I will slaughter your entire Saber Sect."
The scene fell silent, so quiet that even breathing could be heard.
Tu Gang's eyes flickered with indecision, and he asked hesitantly, "If I call them out, will there be room for negotiation?"
"That depends on what you do!"
Tu Gang's breathing hitched. After staring at Chu Fan for a few seconds, he nodded, "I'll call them."
Name after name was called out. Those who were named were present at the scene and walked out; there were five in total.
Afterward, Tu Gang looked at Chu Fan expectantly and said, "Young man, excluding those who went to Cloud Mountain Sect, the rest are all here!"
Seeing that the number matched what Kuang Fengshuang had said, Chu Fan stood up and said, "Now you have two choices!"
"You kill them yourself, and then we'll sit down and talk,"
"Or I'll take action directly and kill both you and them!"
Upon hearing this, the scene immediately descended into chaos, and those who were called out looked nervous and panicked.
Tu Gang was also taken aback, not expecting Chu Fan to be so shameless as to demand he act directly against his own sect members.
After all, these five were considered elders of the Saber Sect.
If he were to act against them directly, it would chill the hearts of the others. Even if they survived this crisis, the Saber Sect would be completely defeated due to the disintegration of morale.
Chu Fan began to roll up his sleeves and said, "Tell me your choice!"
A faint pressure began to emanate from Chu Fan. Others might not have perceived it, but Tu Gang felt as if a colossal mountain was slowly rising before him.
A moment ago, he had been contemplating that acting against his own people was unethical and was preparing to fight to the death.
However, upon sensing the pressure emanating from Chu Fan, he instantly realized that even if he led everyone to fight, they would still not be Chu Fan's match.
If dying for five people could save his own life, then Tu Gang could understand this decision.
A fierce glint flashed in his eyes, and he suddenly turned and lunged towards the five people behind him.
Among these five, two were Grandmasters, and three were Half-step Grandmasters.
Outside, their strength was considerable, but facing Tu Gang, a third-tier Grandmaster, they were merely lambs to the slaughter.
Moreover, before Tu Gang turned around, all five believed that given their years of relationship with him, he wouldn't comply with Chu Fan's request to act against them.
"Tu Gang, you will die a horrible death!"
"Tu Gang, I curse you to die without regret!"
"Tu Gang, you will regret this..."
The five men were filled with resentment as they died.