"Utterly stubborn!"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, completely disregarding Shen Laosan. Even if a Battle King were present, Lu Fan would show no fear, let alone a mere Grandmaster.
"This person is not simple. The inner energy he displayed earlier is something only a Grandmaster possesses," an elder from the Shen family spoke. "Third brother, you must be careful!"
"Clan elder, rest assured. I was merely caught off guard earlier," Shen Laosan replied coldly. "I wish to see what skills this brat has!"
As soon as Shen Laosan finished speaking, he instantly lunged at Lu Fan.
Lu Fan, clad in white, appeared even more indifferent, not even moving his body.
The many experts of the Jiang family were filled with worry but didn't know what to do. Shen Laosan was a Grandmaster, and any attempt by them to help would be futile.
"If Mr. Lu is in trouble, the Jiang family will bear the blame!"
The Jiang family head frowned. Based on Lu Fan's previous display, he was indeed extraordinary, but Shen Laosan was a genuine Grandmaster. This put Lu Fan in a very disadvantageous position.
"Family head, please be at ease. Mr. Lu will be fine!"
Third Uncle spoke up. "With Mr. Lu's strength, he is more than capable of deterring Shen Laosan!"
Seeing Third Uncle's certainty, Jiang Meili looked puzzled, unsure why he was so confident, especially since Shen Laosan was a Grandmaster.
Suddenly, Shen Laosan arrived before Lu Fan, his fist strike incredibly sharp, reaching Lu Fan's chest in an instant.
*Boom...*
A loud noise erupted. Everyone expected Lu Fan to be sent flying by the punch, but the opposite happened. Shen Laosan was sent flying backward, his arm bent. He grimaced, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth.
Lu Fan remained as he was, his expression indifferent, not having moved a single hand.
"How is this possible!"
Shen Laosan was astonished. The Jiang family members were also incredulous. Lu Fan was facing a Grandmaster, and without even moving, he had sent him flying. Such a feat was unheard of.
"There are always those stronger than you, and skies beyond the skies!" Lu Fan said coldly. "Shen family, do not push your luck. Leave now, and I will spare your life!"
Shen Laosan said no more and fled immediately, taking the many Shen family experts with him. After the brief exchange, he was certain he was no match for Lu Fan.
Seeing them leave, the Jiang family experts erupted in cheers, their hearts filled with admiration for Lu Fan. Had it not been for him, the Jiang family would have been annihilated that day.
"On behalf of the Jiang family, I thank Mr. Lu for his intervention!"
The Jiang family head suddenly knelt, his eyes brimming with tears. The other Jiang family experts also knelt, and even the uncles did not hesitate.
Lu Fan had saved the Jiang family, a debt of revival, so it was only right for them to perform a kowtow.
"You elders need not be so polite!" Lu Fan stepped forward to help them up. "It was merely a small effort!"
"For Mr. Lu, it was indeed a small effort!" Third Uncle clasped his fists. "But for our Jiang family, it is a debt of revival!"
"We express our deepest gratitude to Mr. Lu!"
The Jiang family members were filled with emotion. Without Lu Fan, the Jiang family would surely perish.
Lu Fan helped them up before speaking, "After this incident, I believe the Shen family knows better. You all need not leave!"
"This..." The Jiang family head was taken aback. "Mr. Lu, you may not know, but Shen Laosan is only one of their Grandmasters. The eldest brother, the Shen family head, his strength is extraordinary. If he were to come personally, it would surely spell disaster!"
"Indeed!" First Uncle spoke. "We must leave Beihai tonight to preserve our family's foundation!"
"If you trust me, then stay!" Lu Fan stated directly. "If the Shen family sends more experts, I will personally deal with them!"
The Jiang family members trembled. Lu Fan's words were so confident that they were moved.
"The Shen family head's power is immense; he became a Grandmaster decades ago!" Jiang Meili said solemnly. "You are no match for him. The Jiang family must leave, and you cannot stay. After injuring Shen Laosan, they will never let you off!"
"It matters not," Lu Fan waved his hand. "I will wait for them here!"
"Mr. Lu, please reconsider!" The Jiang family head clasped his fists. "I have heard that the Shen family head has exited his seclusion. Now that he knows Shen Laosan has been severely injured, he will definitely come!"
"I will wait for them here!"
Lu Fan's expression was indifferent as he sat down and began to drink tea. Since he had already acted, he intended to resolve this trouble, lest he leave a hidden danger for the Jiang family.
The many Jiang family experts exchanged glances, unsure how to persuade him.
"Xiaoke, quickly try to persuade Mr. Lu!" Jiang Meili said earnestly. "If the Shen family comes, it will be troublesome!"
"It's alright. Xiao Fan always acts with discretion," Lin Ke smiled. "I believe he can handle it!"
Jiang Meili was speechless. She couldn't understand why the usually demure Lin Ke would choose to stand by Lu Fan's side, given the mortal danger if Shen family experts were to arrive.
"Since Mr. Lu chooses to stay, how can the Jiang family leave alone!" The Jiang family head declared. "The Jiang family is determined to live and die with Mr. Lu!"
"We will never leave!"
The many Jiang family disciples also spoke out. If Lu Fan had such resolve, how could the Jiang family be like mere cowards?
The uncles exchanged glances, unsure of what to do, and could only watch quietly.
"Although Mr. Lu's strength is formidable, the Shen family head is a Great Accomplishment Grandmaster, merely one step away from War Spirit!"
First Uncle spoke. "What will happen then..."
"For some reason, I believe he can do it!" Third Uncle said. "Let us trust him!"
"Since Mr. Lu has chosen to stay, how can we cower!" Second Uncle stated directly.
Everyone nodded in agreement and sat cross-legged in the courtyard, awaiting the arrival of the Shen family experts. Even if the Jiang family were to be destroyed in the end, they would not yield.
Meanwhile, at the Shen family in Beihai, several elders were in a conference room, their faces beaming with joy. "After tonight, there will be no more Jiang family in Beihai. The martial arts experts will respect the Shen family!"
As they were speaking, Shen Laosan strode in, his face ashen and blood seeping from his lips, his entire being extremely pale.
"What happened?" The Shen family head frowned. "Third brother, why are you so gravely injured?"
"Big brother, the Jiang family has an expert!" Shen Laosan said repeatedly. "Otherwise, with my strength, how could I have sustained such severe injuries!"
"How could the mere Jiang family have an expert to injure you to this extent!" The Shen family head frowned. "Tell me exactly what happened."
"I don't know the specifics. That brat's strength is extraordinary, and despite his young age, his methods are incredibly strange!" Shen Laosan said repeatedly. "Big brother, you must avenger me and never let him off easily!"
"He has truly eaten the gall of a leopard to dare lay hands on a Shen family Grandmaster!" The Shen family head's expression turned icy. "Gather all the Shen family members and head to the Jiang family!"
With these words, many Shen family experts stood up, their dissatisfaction palpable. In Beihai, such a thing had never occurred.