The elders looked troubled. They did not wish to fight, but many elders from the Northern Pole tribe were not convinced, and the matter might not be easily settled.
“Lord Lu truly possesses great presence!”
The Chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe sneered, “This is the Ten Thousand Mountains, right at the doorstep of our Northern Pole tribe.”
“It seems the Chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe is bent on a fight?” Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. “In that case, why bother with peace talks? We might as well strike directly and see who is tougher!”
The Chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe’s expression turned grim. It wasn’t that he didn’t want to fight, but engaging in battle would injure the Northern Pole tribe’s true combat strength, which was not a good thing for them.
Lu Fan had a hundred Grandmasters at his command. While the Northern Pole tribe, in conjunction with several other tribes, could resist, the cost would be immense, and no single tribe could bear it.
“Chieftain, why don’t we release the person!”
An old man spoke, “The Sacred Blood tribe is left with only him, and he can’t make much of a splash. Why risk clashing with Lord Lu!”
“Indeed, peace is paramount in all matters!” another elder chimed in.
They were acutely aware that if a war truly broke out, it would be a devastating blow to the Northern Pole tribe.
“Everyone, do not forget that Lord Lu of Jiangnan killed an elder of the Northern Pole tribe!”
Another elder said coldly, “And now he is here, acting arrogantly in the Northern Pole tribe. If we compromise today, will our Northern Pole tribe have a tomorrow?”
“Exactly, we will not compromise on today’s matter! If they want to fight, let’s fight!”
Numerous elders voiced their opinions, exuding a powerful aura. “The other major tribes will arrive shortly. Then, I’d like to see how powerful the Qingyun Sect disciples are to dare intrude into the Ten Thousand Mountains!”
The Chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe immediately gained confidence. With the addition of the other major tribes, their combat strength would soar, surely deterring Lu Fan, and the Northern Pole tribe would not have to yield.
“If that is the case, then let us fight!”
Lu Fan’s expression was icy. “Before long, the Northern Pole tribe will be razed to the ground!”
“There are many tribes within my Ten Thousand Mountains. If you truly wish to wage war, you will be making enemies of numerous tribes,” the Northern Pole Chieftain said coldly. “I hope Lord Lu has thought this through.”
“There is no room for negotiation on this matter!”
Lu Fan flicked his sleeves and left, his expression even colder. If the Northern Pole tribe wanted to fight, he would not be merciful.
The destruction of the Sacred Blood tribe years ago was the work of the Northern Pole tribe. If he annihilated the Northern Pole tribe today, it would be a form of closure for Lin Xiaojia.
Seeing Lu Fan depart, the Chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe’s face grew dark. He had never expected Lu Fan to be so resolute, with absolutely no room for negotiation.
“Chieftain, rest assured, the experts from the other tribes will arrive soon,” an elder stated. “Then we’ll see if he dares to make a move!”
“The Qingyun Sect has a hundred Grandmasters, and Lord Lu will not back down. This matter should have been settled through negotiation, which would have been beneficial to the tribe. Now that things have escalated to this point, it might not be a good thing for the Northern Pole tribe,” another elder remarked.
“Enough!”
The Chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe said coldly, “That fellow Lu is so arrogant. So what if he has a hundred Grandmasters! If he truly dares to make a move, the Northern Pole tribe will surely shatter him!”
“Fight!”
“Fight!”
“Fight!”
The people of the Northern Pole tribe shouted, their eyes filled with fighting spirit.
Within the Ten Thousand Mountains, everyone was extremely warlike, especially the major tribes. The imminent arrival of the Qingyun Sect's Grandmasters was a show of force, and how could they tolerate it?
The elders frowned. Although the Northern Pole tribe was powerful, they only had a few dozen Grandmasters. If there was any mishap with the tribe’s overall strength, it would be a significant loss for the Northern Pole tribe.
They saw this very clearly, otherwise, they would not be so concerned.
The many experts of the Qingyun Sect, hearing the battle cries, felt their blood surge. The Qingyun Sect had numerous Grandmasters, but they had never been involved in conflicts.
Now that the Northern Pole tribe wanted a fight, they couldn't ask for more.
In the past hundred years, there had likely been no large-scale battle involving a hundred Grandmasters within the Dragon Country. Such a magnificent spectacle was somewhat anticipated.
“Sir, they refuse to release the person?” Han Yunhai approached.
“Qingyun Sect, all listen to my command!”
Lu Fan’s expression was cold. “One hour from now, if the Northern Pole tribe does not hand over the person, we will flatten the Northern Pole tribe!”
“Your subordinate obeys!”
The many experts of the Qingyun Sect shouted, their eyes filled with battle spirit, even excitement.
Meanwhile, hidden in the shadows of the Ten Thousand Mountains, Long Aotian and his companions stood observing the situation.
“Captain, should we mediate?” Jian Ying asked. “If this escalates to a fight, it will surely be terrifying.”
“The purpose of the Dragon Group members coming here is to protect Lord Lu,” Long Aotian stated. “As long as Lord Lu is unharmed, the Dragon Group is not to intervene.”
Jian Ying wanted to say more but eventually held back.
Then, not long after, two groups of people appeared in the main hall of the Northern Pole tribe. These two groups were the Purple Moon tribe and the Southern Pole tribe.
Among the many tribes, the Northern Pole tribe had a brotherly relationship with these two tribes, controlling half the territory. Now that the Northern Pole tribe was in trouble, they would not stand idly by.
“I feel at ease with both Chieftains arriving,” the Chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe clasped his fists and smiled at the Chieftains of the Southern Pole and Purple Moon tribes. “With the three major tribes united, let’s see if he still dares to make a move!”
“There are nearly a hundred Grandmasters outside,” the Chieftain of the Southern Pole tribe frowned. “Why don’t we hand over the person and make peace? This way, we can still ensure safety!”
“Indeed,” the Chieftain of the Purple Moon tribe agreed. “If that were possible, it would be for the best! The opponent’s strength is too great.”
“Although that is true, Lord Lu of Jiangnan is too arrogant and does not take the Northern Pole tribe seriously,” the Chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe stated directly. “How can I let him have it easy!”
At these words, the two chieftains furrowed their brows. “In that case, today’s situation is quite unfavorable, isn’t it!”
“If you two are unwilling, the Northern Pole tribe will not force you!”
The Chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe’s expression was serious, his words showing no reservation.
“Since that is the case, we will surely share life and death with the Northern Pole tribe,” the Chieftain of the Southern Pole tribe declared. “If it weren’t for the Northern Pole tribe back then, how could there be a Southern Pole tribe!”
“The Purple Moon tribe is also prepared to fight,” the Chieftain of the Purple Moon tribe nodded.
In an instant, the Northern Pole tribe’s experts, like clouds, arrived outside the tribe, confronting the many experts of the Qingyun Sect.
“You still refuse to hand over the person?” Lu Fan narrowed his eyes.
“Lord Lu, our Northern Pole tribe is now strong and numerous, with nearly a hundred Grandmasters,” the Chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe said coldly. “If you insist on a fight to the death today, the Northern Pole tribe will accompany you to the end!”
“Since that is the case, it suits my intentions!” Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, looking towards the Southern Pole and Purple Moon tribes. “Do you two major tribes also wish to be buried with them?”
The expressions of the two chieftains changed. They clasped their fists and said, “We have long heard of Lord Lu of Jiangnan. Meeting you today is indeed awe-inspiring.”
“Enough with the pleasantries!”
Han Qiushui said coldly, “If you wish to fight, the Qingyun Sect will accompany you to the end.”