"We have come to offer our apologies and hope that Lord Lu will spare our lives!"
The Wu family head clasped his fists, his gaze fixed on the main seat, his expression exceptionally solemn.
Lu Fan glanced at them and sneered, "Eighteen years ago, the five hidden families attacked the Lu family. What great courage! Why humble yourselves now!"
The Wu family head's face turned ugly, and the other family heads also frowned. Lu Fan's words clearly held hidden meaning.
"Eighteen years ago, the reason we took action was because of one person. Otherwise, we had no enmity with the Lu family, so why would we have done such a thing!" the Wu family head said, clasping his fists. "We hope Your Lordship understands!"
"You might as well tell me, who was it?"
Lu Fan said coldly, "And why did he target the Lu family."
"This matter is of great importance. If Lord Lu wishes to know, you will likely have to agree to one condition!"
The Wu family head spoke, his expression becoming even more serious.
Upon hearing this, Lu Fan slowly stood up, a killing aura emanating from him.
The numerous family heads trembled in fear. Under Lu Fan's powerful pressure, they seemed so insignificant.
The Wu family head forced himself to stand, speaking with difficulty, "The events of eighteen years ago were our doing, and it has nothing to do with our descendants. We hope Lord Lu will spare them. If Lord Lu agrees, we will not conceal anything."
"If you intend to negotiate with me, then you have miscalculated."
Lu Fan's expression was indifferent. The cup in his hand instantly turned to dust, and his expression grew even colder. These family heads were all old foxes. If his strength were not so great, they would not have come like this.
"We would never dare to negotiate with Lord Lu," the Wu family head quickly prostrated himself. "The mastermind eighteen years ago was named Du Qianqiu, a martial arts master. His strength was extraordinary, even the five hidden families were no match for him, which is why we became his pawns."
"Family Head Wu, you truly have a silver tongue!" Lu Fan nodded and smiled. "If the five great families did not intend to deal with the Lu family, even if someone threatened them from behind, they would not have gone so far as to annihilate them!"
The Wu family head's body trembled. What Lu Fan said was indeed true, but how could he dare to speak like this? Wouldn't that be asking for trouble?
"Who is Du Qianqiu?" Uncle Fu stepped forward. "Why have I never heard of him? Not even eighteen years ago."
"To be honest, Du Qianqiu's whereabouts were concealed back then. Whatever he did, it was for us, the five great families, to carry out," the Wu family head said frankly. "That is why you are unaware!"
"If that's the case, why did he target the Lu family? Was it truly just because of the Starfall Stone?" Lu Fan continued to question.
"From what we learned from him, the Starfall Stone is no ordinary item. It seems to represent some kind of identity," the Wu family head said with a wry smile. "Unfortunately, even after destroying the entire Lu family eighteen years ago, we could not find the Starfall Stone. Du Qianqiu was furious and almost destroyed the five great families!"
"In that case, have I wrongly accused your families!" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes and looked at the Wu family head. "With your few words, the sins of the five great families have been completely washed clean!"
"We dare not!" the Wu family head quickly clasped his fists, an embarrassed expression on his face. "We hope Lord Lu will investigate clearly. We are not afraid of death, but we only hope Lord Lu will show mercy and spare our families."
"We are all willing to die, and we beg Lord Lu to spare our families' lives!"
The other family heads echoed this, their minds prepared for death. As long as their families were not implicated, it would be the best outcome.
"I am quite pleased that you have this awareness!" Lu Fan nodded. "But where is that Du Qianqiu? I would like to meet him."
"If I am not mistaken, he should be in Chu Prefecture!" the Wu family head stated. "Within Chu Prefecture, there should be news of him."
"Chu Prefecture is vast. How can we find him with just a name?" Uncle Fu said coldly. "Even with extraordinary means, it would be impossible."
"We heard he has a disciple who opened a martial arts school in Chu Prefecture called the Golden Light Martial Arts School!" one family head said. "He has immense power and is not to be trifled with!"
"Golden Light Martial Arts School?" Lu Fan sneered. "When I have free time, I will personally visit Chu Prefecture."
The numerous family heads nodded, their eyes filled with pleading. They had exhausted all other options, otherwise, they would not have come here.
Someone like the Li family head, who was arrogant and conceited, would likely end up with nothing. They knelt here now, and although they might not survive, they could at least protect their families.
"I am aware of what happened back then. There is no need for you to remain alive!"
Lu Fan sneered. "Within three days, I expect to hear news of your self-hanging. If anyone dares to deceive me, their descendants will be punished!" Su Dan Novel Network
"We thank Lord Lu!" The Wu family head and the others clasped their fists. They were not afraid of death, and as long as they could protect their families, they would not back down.
After they left, Uncle Fu looked at Lu Fan. "We cannot fully believe these people's words. There might be a trap!"
"I believe them quite a bit!" Lu Fan said frankly. "Their purpose in coming here is to protect their descendants. How could they dare to deceive me!"
"Then what is the young master's first step?" Uncle Fu asked. "Why don't I go to Chu Prefecture first to scout the situation? This way, we will be prepared."
"With Uncle Fu personally going, I am naturally at ease!" Lu Fan nodded, and then looked at Han Yunhai. "You go gather our men, we are going to the Li family!"
"Your Lordship, rest assured, the men are all ready," Han Yunhai said with a smile. "The other families have all come, only the Li family has not. Even if Lord Lu did not intend to deal with him, I would still tear him to shreds."
"You are quite thoughtful!" Lu Fan nodded. "Let's march towards the Li family. We must not let anyone from the Li family escape!"
The members of the Azure Dragon Sect all nodded. They obeyed Lu Fan's orders unconditionally.
In the Li family's council hall, a man rushed in. "Patriarch, the news is confirmed. The man named Lu has ordered the various family heads to hang themselves after returning home!"
"Indeed, he is ruthless!" the Li family head nodded. "I want to see what kind of methods this Lord Lu possesses to make other families act in such a manner."
"On the way back, I also received some bad news!" the man spoke again. "Lord Lu is leading many men towards the Li family. It is likely that they will reach our city gates before long."
The Li family head's body trembled violently. "Why wasn't such important news reported earlier? Quickly go gather our men, summon everyone from the Li family who is outside. Today, I want to see how Lu Fan can destroy my Li family!"
Not long after, the entire courtyard was filled with figures.