"Do not blame us, letting them leave was a helpless measure," the Fourth Elder said. "The Valley Master of Medicine King Valley possesses heaven-shattering strength; even I might not be able to keep him here. Moreover, the Three Great Sects and the Dragon Country have always maintained a policy of non-interference. If this boundary is crossed, there will likely be endless trouble in the future."
"Elders need not explain, I understand all of this naturally!"
Lu Fan waved his hand, a smile appearing on his face. "If it weren't for the two elders arriving today, I might not have been able to retreat unscathed."
"You brat, your courage is indeed considerable. That was the First Elder of Medicine King Valley!" the Ninth Elder shot him a look. "How could you possibly deal with him easily? Furthermore, Medicine King Valley has a large number of people. Relying on you alone, you would be powerless to cope."
"In due time, I will make them pay the price!" Lu Fan stated directly. "Although the Valley Master of Medicine King Valley's strength is unfathomable, everyone ultimately has a weakness!"
"That is well said!" the Fourth Elder nodded slightly. "You seem to be quite injured. Come back to headquarters with me!"
"Back to headquarters?" Lu Fan blinked. "That might not be too appropriate."
"What's not appropriate? You are already a reserve elder of the Dragon Country. Even if you are unwilling to admit it, it matters not!" the Fourth Elder chuckled. "Qingyun Sect has helped the Dragon Country considerably on the Outer Domain battlefield. How can we stand by and watch you in danger!"
"It's just a minor injury, not worth mentioning!" Lu Fan waved his hand, preparing to leave.
The Fourth Elder, however, laughed. "You brat, you are still so distant."
"This junior is not being distant, I simply do not wish to cause concern for the esteemed elders," Lu Fan said with a light smile. "If I get too close to the Dragon Country, I will inevitably implicate them!"
At this point, Lu Fan's expression turned serious. The reason he had delayed taking action against the Shadow Organization was due to his apprehension. However, one day, he would personally take action. If he were too close to the Dragon Country, it would not be beneficial for them.
"You underestimate the Dragon Country too much!" the Fourth Elder glanced at him. "Our Dragon Country is a vast and mighty nation, why should we fear a few major sects?" Su Dan Novel Network
"With Elder Four's words, I can rest assured!" Lu Fan smiled faintly. "However, forging enmity with Medicine King Valley today is ultimately not a good thing!"
The two elders exchanged glances, but they could not say more. Lu Fan's mind was made up, and further words would be of no use.
Upon returning to the Dragon Capital, Lu Fan went to Jiangjing Longting. Inside Jiangjing Longting, Jiang Meili and Lin Ke had been waiting for a long time, filled with great worry.
After Lu Fan left Bibo Pond, he had been pursuing Xia Handong. If he encountered danger along the way, he would likely be in considerable trouble. It was a pity that Lu Fan's speed was too great, and they could not follow.
"Sir!"
Old Han's face lit up with joy as he looked towards Lu Fan at the entrance. They were relieved that Lu Fan had returned safely.
"Xiao Fan!" Lin Ke also hurried forward. "Why is your complexion so pale?"
"It's nothing, just a minor injury!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "I just need to rest for a bit."
"How could Sir be injured?" Old Han frowned. "Xia Handong is no match for Sir!"
"I encountered the Valley Master of Medicine King Valley on the way. He personally took action, how could I possibly have the strength to resist!" Lu Fan said with a wry smile. "If not for that, Xia Handong would have met his end by my hand!"
"Injured by the Valley Master of Medicine King Valley!" Jiang Meili's brow furrowed. "If that is truly the case, this injury cannot be minor. I will go invite a divine doctor immediately!"
"No need!" Lu Fan smiled. "I am a physician myself, why would I need another!"
"Please take care of yourself, Sir!" Old Han cupped his fist in salute. "The Valley Master of Medicine King Valley is immensely powerful, a rare strong individual who appears once in a century. Being injured by him will surely be troublesome!"
"It matters not!"
Lu Fan waved his hand and walked towards the room. Although his face was pale, he appeared to be in no serious condition.
Jiang Meili and Lin Ke exchanged glances, their hearts filled with worry. Lu Fan's current state was something they had never seen before.
"You need not worry. Since Sir says he is fine, there will be no problems!" Old Han said.
"How can he be fine after being injured by the Valley Master of Medicine King Valley!" Jiang Meili frowned. "Perhaps I should still go find someone to take a look!"
"Within the entire Dragon Country, no one's medical skills can surpass Lord Lu," Old Han said with a smile. "You need not worry!"
Hearing Old Han's words, Jiang Meili did not say anything further. The reason for her concern was that she had witnessed Lu Fan's great kindness to the Jiang family, and she did not wish for anything to happen to him.
Meanwhile, at the Dragon Country headquarters, several elders sat facing each other, their expressions grave.
"The Valley Master of Medicine King Valley personally emerged. Judging by his strength, even I might not be his match!" the Fourth Elder said. "If my guess is correct, he might have reached that level!"
At these words, the elders present were shaken. All of them were War King level powerhouses, their strength extraordinary. However, what could cause them such worry was an even more terrifying existence.
"If that is truly the case, then the Dragon Country is even more in peril!" the Fifth Elder exclaimed. "The Valley Master of Medicine King Valley personally took action today, showing no restraint. He knew that the young Lu was connected to the Dragon Country, yet he still dared to strike him heavily! It seems he does not fear the Dragon Country."
"That is natural!"
The Ninth Elder stated directly. "If we had not arrived in time, the Valley Master of Medicine King Valley would likely not have let the matter rest, and might have even killed the young Lu prematurely!"
"Kill him?"
The elders' faces turned ashen. They had not expected the Valley Master of Medicine King Valley to act in such a manner, which was not a good sign for the Dragon Country.
"The young Lu possesses extraordinary talent. At such a young age, he is already an unusual person," the Fourth Elder said. "With the current trend, the Valley Master of Medicine King Valley naturally wants to nip the bud."
"Medicine King Valley has quite the audacity!" the Fifth Elder's expression turned cold. "They dare to act rashly against someone the Dragon Country intends to protect!"
"The Three Elders are in seclusion, and the Three Great Sects are emboldened!" the Fourth Elder said solemnly. "Moreover, they know that the Outer Domain battlefield is in a sensitive period and will not divert their energy to the Three Great Sects, which is why they are so unscrupulous."
"The Three Great Sects absorb numerous martial arts experts from the Dragon Country every year to bolster their own strength, yet they repeatedly cause trouble for the Dragon Country! Truly ambitious." The Fifth Elder's face was grim.
"If it were up to me, I would smash their mountain gates!" the Eighth Elder said coldly. "Mere sects dare to provoke the Dragon Country!"
"Old Eighth, you cannot act rashly!" the Fourth Elder cautioned. "This is a delicate period. If any conflict truly arises, it will not be a good thing. Moreover, the Three Great Sects united are something even the Dragon Country fears. Currently, I am leading the Dragon Country guards and will not permit any unrest in the Dragon Country!"
"Fourth Elder, I naturally understand these things!" the Eighth Elder replied. "But the Three Great Sects acting so brazenly is likely due to being indulged by the nation."