Ten miles outside the border of the Dragon Kingdom, after Elder Lei had his men set up camp, he approached Elder Feng. "Your speed is incredible, how did he catch up to you?"
Elder Feng opened his eyes and then said with a bitter smile, "This brat is a prodigy of heaven, his speed is no less than mine. If we were to truly confront him, even you, Elder Lei, would have to be extremely cautious!"
"His talent is so exceptional, if he grows up, it will surely cause endless trouble!"
Elder Yu frowned, "Now that many other kingdoms are aiding the Dragon Kingdom, what should we do?"
"These kingdoms are so arrogant, daring to ally with the Dragon Kingdom!"
Elder Lei's voice was cold, "I have already sent the news back to the Azure Kingdom. I presume more powerful individuals will be dispatched soon. We shall guard here and wait!"
Elders Feng and Yu immediately smiled. With the Azure Kingdom dispatching experts, even if experts from other kingdoms arrived, they wouldn't be able to stop the Azure Kingdom's plans.
"It seems the heavens of this world are about to change!"
Elder Yu said softly, "The War of a Hundred Kingdoms is likely unavoidable."
"The War of a Hundred Kingdoms?"
Elder Lei's eyes showed some emotion. "I recall in ancient times, there was also a War of a Hundred Kingdoms, which ultimately led to the establishment of a dynasty. If the Azure Kingdom can unify the hundred kingdoms this time, we will be meritorious officials!"
Elders Feng and Yu burst into laughter, their hearts filled with excitement. The Azure Kingdom's ultimate goal was to become the Azure Dynasty, unifying the hundred kingdoms for eternal glory.
They were very clear that the Dragon Kingdom had a long history in ancient times. Annexing the Dragon Kingdom was the first step for the Azure Kingdom, and if this step was achieved, the Azure Dynasty would surely be established in the future.
On the border line of the Dragon Kingdom, the Fourth Elder had already stationed his men. Numerous experts dared not be negligent, patrolling the border line. They were well aware that the Azure Kingdom's powerful experts were only ten miles away, and a single mistake could lead to a surprise attack. Su Dan Novel Network
"We just received intelligence that there's a large-scale movement of experts from the Azure Kingdom!"
An elder from the Spirit Gathering Kingdom spoke, "If this is true, it will likely cause greater turmoil. Why not strike directly at the heart of the enemy and annihilate all the Azure Kingdom's experts ten miles away!"
"That's right, if we wait for reinforcements to arrive, we might not be able to hold on!" Elder Haiyan also chimed in, "This might be our only chance."
Many experts from other kingdoms nodded in agreement. They had made up their minds to aid the Dragon Kingdom this time, and since they had committed, they would not regret it.
They were perfectly aware that the Azure Kingdom's annexation of the Dragon Kingdom would inevitably lead to them being targeted. Otherwise, they wouldn't have come to offer their assistance.
"What the elders say is correct, but the key is!"
The Fourth Elder frowned, "You should all be aware that there are countless experts from the Azure Kingdom ten miles away. Even with the support of various kingdoms, we might not be able to defeat them, let alone the presence of three War Emperors among them!"
The elders fell silent. They were all too aware of this, but they were even more worried that once the Azure Kingdom's reinforcements arrived, they would be in a desperate situation.
"Judging by our current numbers, we are evenly matched. The Azure Kingdom will not risk such heavy losses to attack us. However, once they send more reinforcements, we will be in crisis!" Elder Juling, who was supporting them, stated, "As the saying goes, strike first. Even if it means mutual destruction, we must fight them to the bitter end!"
"That's right!"
The Patriarch of the Hundred Flowers family spoke, "My Hundred Flowers family is willing to take the lead. The Dragon Kingdom has already suffered heavy losses, so its many experts can rest first!"
"Thank you, Patriarch Hundred Flowers, for your great loyalty!"
The Fourth Elder cupped his fists, "However, if we act rashly, it will bring disaster. Moreover, looking at the current battlefield, the Dragon Kingdom's border is easy to defend and difficult to attack. If we advance another ten miles, it will be an endless grassland. At that time, if the Azure Kingdom counterattacks with full force, won't we suffer heavy casualties!"
"This won't work, and that won't work either, so what should we do?"
Elder Haiyan frowned, "If we continue to drag this out, by the time the Azure Kingdom's reinforcements arrive, won't we become trapped beasts fighting!"
The elders of the Dragon Kingdom fell silent. They currently had no better solutions. To force back the Azure Kingdom's powerful experts, it would be impossible without some heavyweight figures.
"I do have an idea!"
Lu Fan stepped forward, his body exuding an imposing aura.
The elders from other kingdoms all made way, showing him great respect. In the previous battle, they had witnessed Lu Fan's power. Without Lu Fan as the core, the Dragon Kingdom's border would have likely fallen.
"Lu kid, what's your idea?" Elder Seven asked.
"The Azure Kingdom's reinforcements will have to pass through Death Valley, which is their fastest route!" Lu Fan pointed at the map.
"You want to ambush them?"
The Fourth Elder glanced at him. "That won't do. It's too risky. The Dragon Kingdom's reinforcements will undoubtedly be composed of numerous experts. Stopping them will not be easy. Moreover, Death Valley is in the center of the Outer Domain battlefield. If a battle occurs there, the Dragon Kingdom's many experts will be unable to provide assistance, and you will be caught in a pincer attack!"
"Is there a better way now?"
Lu Fan shrugged his shoulders. "If there isn't, then do as I say. My disciples from the Azure Cloud Sect will wait for the enemy in Death Valley and act when the opportunity arises!"
"This method is good!"
Elder Juling spoke, "But it's too risky. Such an action would be like a moth flying into a flame!"
"The rise and fall of a nation is the responsibility of every citizen. Moreover, this is the will of the disciples of the Azure Cloud Sect!" Lu Fan stated directly.
"If I say it won't work, then it won't work!"
The Fourth Elder's face darkened. "You go rest, kid! We elders will discuss the situation here. You don't need to worry about anything else!"
Lu Fan left with some helplessness.
However, the Fourth Elder had unspoken troubles. Lu Fan had done too much for the Dragon Kingdom, and many experts from the Azure Cloud Sect had sacrificed too much. He felt immense guilt.
If the Azure Cloud Sect's experts were to go to Death Valley to intercept the Azure Kingdom's reinforcements as Lu Fan suggested, they would be annihilated. Although it would have a suppressive effect, the Fourth Elder absolutely would not allow such a sacrifice from the Azure Cloud Sect.
"Let's discuss it further,"
Elder Juling spoke, "This time, the Spirit Gathering Kingdom will share life and death with the Dragon Kingdom."
"The Haiyan Kingdom too!" Elder Haiyan stated, "As neighboring countries, we are as inseparable as lips and teeth!"
Lu Fan left the main camp and entered another tent. Elder Nine had already had his wounds bandaged and was feeling much better. "Old man, are you feeling much better now?"
"I'm indeed much better!"
Elder Nine smiled, "I really have you to thank today, otherwise, this old man would have lost his life!"
"Who told you to fight so hard!" Lu Fan gave him a look. "If you want to be a hero, you must at least keep your life!"