"If not for the Xuanwu Kingdom's intervention this time, the Dragon Kingdom would surely be in crisis!"
The Seventh Elder clasped his fists and smiled, "The Xuanwu Kingdom truly lives up to its reputation as a brother nation!"
"With the Dragon Kingdom in trouble, how could the Xuanwu Kingdom not help!" Elder Ye Shan spoke, "If the Dragon Kingdom ceases to exist, the Xuanwu Kingdom will surely perish as well!"
"The Xuanwu Kingdom's mindset is truly admirable!" Elder Jiu chimed in.
Elder Ye Shan, however, frowned, "This great battle is no ordinary affair. Even with the Xuanwu Kingdom's participation, it's uncertain if the Dragon Kingdom will have a greater chance of victory!"
"Rest assured, Elder Ye Shan, even if we find ourselves in perilous situations, we will never allow the Xuanwu Kingdom's many martial arts powerhouses to be harmed!" the Seventh Elder declared.
"That is not my intention!" Elder Ye Shan shook his head, "But judging by the current circumstances, the Dragon Kingdom might not have the odds in its favor!"
"Indeed!" Elder Jiu nodded, "But at this juncture, the Dragon Kingdom has no room for retreat! All we can do is fight with our backs against the wall!"
"Precisely!" the Seventh Elder agreed, "This matter has no bearing on the Xuanwu Kingdom. If Elder Ye Shan harbors any concerns, the Dragon Kingdom will not force your hand!"
"Elder Seventh, you jest!" Elder Ye Shan stated frankly, "Since we have intervened, we shall stand or fall with the Dragon Kingdom. How could we abandon our allies at such a time!"
The elders exchanged glances and nodded with satisfaction.
Before the Dragon Kingdom was besieged, it had assisted the Xuanwu Kingdom on numerous occasions. The bonds forged then were indeed precious.
"Sect Master!"
Just then, Zi Yue arrived, holding a secret letter.
After Lu Fan read it, he looked at the Seventh Elder, "According to my plan, we will surround Death Valley! The War King powerhouses from the Cangqiong Kingdom will arrive soon!"
The Seventh Elder's expression turned solemn as he arranged his subordinates and prepared to march towards Death Valley.
Lu Fan, however, stepped forward, heading towards the path leading to Death Valley.
Although the Cangqiong Kingdom had many War King powerhouses, if he could eliminate them in advance, it would reduce the casualties for the Dragon Kingdom.
Lu Fan had calculated this meticulously, daring not to be negligent, lest he witness the deaths of countless lives before his eyes.
Meanwhile, within Baili Slope, numerous martial arts experts were ready, their hearts filled with a resolve to face death.
Their plan to counterattack this time meant that returning alive would be no easy feat, but they harbored no thoughts of retreat.
For behind them stood tens of thousands of their countrymen.
In Death Valley, Yan Cangtian and others were enjoying fine wine. Elder Wuji and the elder from the Black Bear Kingdom were also present, along with several other elders.
"Once the War Kings of the Cangqiong Kingdom arrive, we will surely conquer the Dragon Kingdom in one fell swoop!" the Black Bear Kingdom elder narrowed his eyes, "The thought alone makes me excited!"
"Following big brother naturally brings many benefits!" Elder Wuji chuckled, "The Black Bear Kingdom has struck a great bargain this time. Once the Dragon Kingdom is taken, we will receive one-third of the resources!"
"We owe much to the two of you!" the Black Bear elder quickly rose, "I propose a toast to both elders!"
The other elders also raised their wine cups, as if they had already captured the Dragon Kingdom's stronghold.
A hundred miles outside Death Valley, Lu Fan stood with his hands behind his back, gazing into the distance, his eyes sharp. If he could eliminate the Cangqiong Kingdom's reinforcements, there might be a chance to win today.
Elsewhere on the extraterritorial battlefield, aboard a helicopter, over a dozen elders were seated, each exuding a powerful aura.
"To deal with the Dragon Kingdom alone, they've mobilized so extensively that even we have been dispatched!"
"I heard that a prodigy emerged from the Dragon Kingdom who killed many War Kings. It seems Elder Yan will have a difficult time handling him!"
"Elder Yan is someone who has one foot in the Imperial realm. Can the Dragon Kingdom truly have such a capable individual!"
The elders engaged in lively discussion, their eyes filled with arrogance, as if they held the Dragon Kingdom in utter contempt.
On a mountaintop, Lu Fan spotted the approaching helicopter. With a mighty leap, he soared a hundred meters into the air and struck at the helicopter with a palm.
*Boom...*
A deafening sound reverberated through the surroundings. The helicopter instantly disintegrated into dust, flames burning in the sky. The helicopter's pilot perished instantly. In that sudden moment, over a dozen figures emerged from the helicopter and descended to the ground.
These were the War King powerhouses of the Cangqiong Kingdom. The moment Lu Fan attacked, they sensed danger and evacuated the helicopter. Fortunately, their vigilance paid off, otherwise, they would have been killed by Lu Fan.
"What an arrogant brat, utterly audacious!" one elder said coldly, "There were over ten War Kings in that helicopter, and you dared to attack so recklessly. You truly think highly of yourself!"
"Well said. Who exactly are you, boy! To be so ruthless at such a young age. If not for our heightened vigilance, we would have fallen into your trap!" another elder retorted coldly.
"If my guess is correct, you are the War Kings of the Cangqiong Kingdom?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, "I came specifically to assassinate you. This way, the pressure on the Dragon Kingdom will be halved!"
"You are that prodigy from the Dragon Kingdom?" the leading elder narrowed his eyes, "Truly courageous to act so directly, showing no regard for us whatsoever!"
"If I were afraid, I wouldn't have come alone!" Lu Fan shrugged, "Will you end yourselves, or shall I do it personally?"
The elders' faces turned ashen. Even in the Cangqiong Kingdom, they were highly respected. To be treated with such disdain on the extraterritorial battlefield was something they could not tolerate.
"Truly arrogant, boy. If you hadn't attacked sneakily just now, do you think you could have startled us?" one elder sneered.
The other elders also displayed disdain. Although Lu Fan was known as the peerless prodigy of the Dragon Kingdom, they were numerous and all War King powerhouses. They simply did not take Lu Fan seriously.
Lu Fan said no more. He had no time to waste here. The assassination of the Cangqiong Kingdom elders would surely reach Death Valley, and the battle would erupt immediately. If Lu Fan delayed any further, it would cause a significant upheaval.
Seeing Lu Fan attack, the elders were somewhat surprised. They were all War King powerhouses, and Lu Fan dared to be so audacious alone. It was indeed astonishing.
Initially, they had assumed that besides Lu Fan, there were other Dragon Kingdom powerhouses hidden in the shadows. Now, it seemed they were mistaken.
Two elders moved with uncanny speed, advancing towards Lu Fan first. As elders of the Cangqiong Kingdom, they possessed an unparalleled aura and had no reason to fear Lu Fan. As they approached Lu Fan, they felt the terrifying internal energy radiating from him, causing them to retreat. In the blink of an eye, they vanished into nothingness.
The other War Kings witnessed this with disbelief. Lu Fan's displayed technique was beyond their comprehension. Two War King powerhouses turning into nothingness – what a formidable ability this was.
"Since I dared to come, I will not disappoint you!" Lu Fan's expression was cold as he looked towards the remaining elders.