The sight of the White Tiger’s head outside the military camp sent a wave of shock through the crowd, leaving them bewildered.
"The White Tiger is dead. As people of the White Dragon Dynasty, why do you serve the Nine Heavens Dynasty!"
Lu Fan hung the White Tiger's head within the camp, his demeanor utterly composed.
Witnessing this, everyone present grew even more fearful. They could never have imagined Lu Fan would be so audacious as to storm the camp and slay the White Tiger.
Having accomplished this, Lu Fan ascended into the air and strode towards the camp’s exit. None of those present dared to obstruct him.
"Bad news! The White Tiger’s heir has been attacked, and his head is displayed outside the military camp!"
Grand Tutor Wen was discussing countermeasures with the Five Ghosts when a voice reached them, causing their hearts to seize.
"What happened?"
Grand Tutor Wen emerged from the camp, his expression darkening. The White Tiger commanded many experts of the Eight Prince’s Mansion. Any incident involving him was bound to stir up trouble.
"It was done by the White Dragon Dynasty's驸马!"
A general reported, his face etched with gravity.
Upon arriving at the military camp and seeing the White Tiger’s head, Grand Tutor Wen's face turned ashen. He stood frozen in place for a long time.
"So, they had it all planned out!"
The Five Ghosts of the Nine Heavens frowned. "Truly the wicked heart of a scoundrel!"
"Now that it has come to this, give him a proper burial!"
Grand Tutor Wen said coldly, "And pacify everyone."
After Grand Tutor Wen departed, dozens of generals within the military camp wore grim expressions.
"Azure Dragon Divine Guards, the heir has been killed. What shall we do?"
"Since it has come to this, let us all go our separate ways!"
Azure Dragon smiled bitterly. "It is my failing to protect the lord, otherwise, it would not have come to this!"
"Azure Dragon Divine Guard, do not blame yourself. The驸马 is incredibly powerful, not someone easily resisted!"
A general consoled, "Most importantly, the Eight Prince's Mansion's power has waned. Shall we truly continue to serve the Nine Heavens Dynasty!"
"Everything is as you wish!"
Azure Dragon said with a light laugh. "However, I think I will leave this place of trouble."
The generals stood stunned, unsure of what to do. At this point, they had no direction.
"Brother, are we really leaving?"
Vermilion Bird asked, a touch of sorrow in her voice. How formidable were the Four Divine Guards of the Eight Prince's Mansion in the past, and now they had fallen to such a state.
"Since it has come to this, why linger!"
Azure Dragon stated directly, "The heir is dead, and the Prince is gone!"
Vermilion Bird’s form trembled, unable to utter a word.
"Please, Divine Guard, save the million-strong army!"
A general suddenly knelt, his expression filled with earnestness. They understood clearly that without leadership, the Eight Prince's Mansion's million-strong army would face a threat to their lives.
Azure Dragon stood frozen, his brow furrowed. With no lord left, what was the use of this million-strong army.
"It is rumored that Prince Bai Xi is still alive. If we can find the South Sea Divine Nun, we can find the Prince!"
A general spoke up, "If the Divine Guard leads us to find the Prince, there will be a glimmer of hope!"
"Prince Bai Xi?"
Azure Dragon's expression shifted. If Bai Xi was indeed still alive, he could not abandon this matter.
"Very well, I will lead you to find the Prince!"
Azure Dragon nodded, "As for the war between the two dynasties, we shall not participate."
"We are willing to follow the Divine Guard and search for the Prince together!"
The generals clasped their fists. They were the most loyal generals of the Eight Prince's Mansion. As long as there was even a sliver of hope, they would not give up easily.
Azure Dragon nodded slightly and said, "Assemble all forces and withdraw from the battlefield!"
Everyone present nodded. As Azure Dragon left the military camp, he discovered dozens of figures waiting outside the camp, led by Grand Tutor Wen.
"Azure Dragon Divine Guard, what are you doing?"
"So it's Grand Tutor Wen!"
Azure Dragon's brow furrowed slightly. The generals accompanying him instantly became vigilant. They knew leaving would not be so easy.
"I know the heir is dead, and you are filled with grief, but do you not wish for revenge?"
Grand Tutor Wen stated directly, "Seven days from now, we will strike directly at the heart of the enemy and conquer the White Dragon Dynasty!"
"The heir is already gone. The Eight Prince's Mansion will not serve the Nine Heavens Dynasty anymore!"
A general spoke up, filled with righteous indignation. But suddenly, he was instantly killed by an invisible sword qi.
The other generals were startled and became extremely wary. They could not fathom that the Nine Heavens Dynasty would be so overbearing.
"Azure Dragon Divine Guard, think carefully about whether to stay or go!"
Grand Tutor Wen sneered, "Do not let things become unpleasant!"
"Are you threatening me?"
Azure Dragon’s eyes flashed with coldness. "Even if you can threaten us, can you threaten the Eight Prince's Mansion's million-strong army!"
Grand Tutor Wen’s expression was indifferent. He then smiled, "As long as you help me seize the White Dragon Dynasty, you can become the master of the dynasty. From now on, you will be the new master of the Eight Prince's Mansion. What do you say?"
"This..."
The generals of the Eight Prince’s Mansion were startled and looked towards Azure Dragon.
"I am merely a servant of the Eight Prince's Mansion. If even I can become the master of the Eight Prince's Mansion, wouldn't that be a laughing matter!"
Azure Dragon said coldly, "However, Grand Tutor Wen should think carefully. If we truly resort to force, the Eight Prince's Mansion's million-strong army will die before surrendering!"
"You are threatening me!"
Grand Tutor Wen frowned. The reason he had not acted sooner was not because he feared Azure Dragon, but because of the Eight Prince's Mansion's million-strong army.
If they were to switch their allegiance, it would not be good for the Nine Heavens Dynasty.
"I dare not!"
Azure Dragon clasped his hands, "The people of the Eight Prince's Mansion merely wish for a way to survive. As for the struggle between dynasties, we do not wish to participate."
"Grand Tutor Wen, since the Eight Prince's Mansion does not want the throne, why keep them? It is better to let them leave!" the Five Ghosts of the Nine Heavens advised.
They understood very well that if things escalated, it would inevitably lead to unrest.
"Very well!"
Grand Tutor Wen said coldly, "Take the people of the Eight Prince's Mansion and get out!"
Azure Dragon said nothing more. He then gathered the generals and left the military camp, no longer associating with the Nine Heavens Dynasty.
In the shadows, Lu Fan and Steward Li watched silently, their faces beaming with joy. The withdrawal of the Eight Prince's Mansion was a great boon for the White Dragon Dynasty.
"You are truly remarkable, young man!"
Steward Li chuckled, "I thought we wouldn't succeed tonight!"
"Steward Li, do not underestimate me!"
Lu Fan said with a light laugh. "Since I have taken action, how could I fail!"
"It seems old me was worrying unnecessarily!" Steward Li smiled faintly.
"Steward Li is truly one of hidden depths. Just now, you single-handedly dealt with Grand Tutor Wen and the Five Ghosts of the Nine Heavens, yet you came and went as you pleased!" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "I wonder, Steward Li, are you a Earth Venerable or a Heaven Venerable?"
Steward Li’s smile was not genuine, and he did not answer directly.
Meanwhile, within the military camp, Grand Tutor Wen was seething with anger. The great plan was almost complete, but he never expected such a turn of events!
"Grand Tutor need not be so upset!"
The Five Ghosts of the Nine Heavens said, "Even without the Eight Prince's Mansion, we are determined to take the White Dragon Dynasty!"
"Easier said than done!"
Grand Tutor Wen shook his head. "The White Dragon Dynasty has many experts. If we were to fight to the death, the Nine Heavens Dynasty would certainly suffer heavy losses."