Seeing Elder Shangguan was determined to leave, Lu Fan did not hold back and threw a heavy punch.
The Hai Kingdom elder easily entering the heartland of the Dragon Kingdom was a sign of disrespect. If he were allowed to leave, what would become of the Dragon Kingdom's reputation, and how would they be mocked by other enemy nations on the battlefield beyond the domain?
Lu Fan was acutely aware of this, otherwise he would not have been so persistent.
After all, he had only just broken through and might not be able to suppress Elder Shangguan. If he was not careful, he might even be killed by him.
Fortunately, Elder Shangguan was apprehensive and wanted to leave the Dragon Kingdom as soon as possible, which was greatly beneficial to Lu Fan.
Feeling the gust of wind, Elder Shangguan's face turned ashen. Lu Fan's strength was likely at the Xiantian Wang realm, comparable to his own. If they were to truly fight, he wouldn't be able to defeat Lu Fan in a short period.
With this thought, Elder Shangguan retreated while fighting, not daring to delay.
Although the Dragon Kingdom's three most powerful elders were in seclusion, the remaining elders were not to be trifled with. Coupled with Lu Fan, who had just advanced, his situation was precarious.
However, at this moment, the surrounding aura surged. Two elders in white robes transformed into a whirlwind and arrived at the border of the Dragon Kingdom, blocking Elder Shangguan simultaneously.
"Since you're here, why the hurry to leave!"
The voice was calm but carried a sense of authority, spreading across the entire border.
Many experts from the three major sects watched with great interest.
"The Dragon Kingdom's elders have made a move, Elder Shangguan is likely in danger!"
"Who says not? He was looking down on us before, and now he's probably facing inescapable doom!"
"If not for the Hai Kingdom's strength, would our sects fear him alone!"
The white-haired elder spoke continuously, showing no favor to Elder Shangguan.
While they did not wish to participate in wars between nations and deplete their sects' strength, they absolutely did not want the Dragon Kingdom to be invaded by others.
After all, no matter what, they were still people of the Dragon Kingdom. If the Dragon Kingdom had strong fighting power, they could recuperate, become thousand-year sects, and not have to experience dynastic changes.
"Fourth Elder."
Lu Fan's face lit up with joy. Beside the Fourth Elder was another old man, the Dragon Kingdom's Ninth Elder. With the arrival of the two elders, Elder Shangguan was likely doomed.
"I never imagined you would arrive in time!"
Elder Shangguan narrowed his eyes, "However, there is no war between the Hai Kingdom and the Dragon Kingdom. May I ask why the elders have come?"
"As an elder of the Hai Kingdom, you infiltrated the heartland of the Dragon Kingdom and injured members of the Dragon Team. It is likely you have malicious intentions," the Ninth Elder said coldly, "How can we allow you to act recklessly today!"
"I was merely touring the Dragon Kingdom, and the Dragon Team members attacked me without any reason," Elder Shangguan sneered, "It seems reasonable that I injured them."
"You know very well why you came to the Dragon Kingdom," the Fourth Elder said coldly, "If you surrender now, you can avoid hardship."
"Ridiculous. As an elder of the Hai Kingdom, do you dare to lay a hand on me?"
Elder Shangguan's expression was indifferent, "Let alone you, even the Grand Elder of the Dragon Kingdom would not dare to be so presumptuous!"
"Ridiculous. You have offended the Dragon Kingdom, and you expect us to treat you with courtesy?"
Lu Fan's expression was displeased, "Wouldn't that be too arrogant."
"Although the Dragon Kingdom is vast and wealthy, it lacks strong individuals," Elder Shangguan stated directly, "My Hai Kingdom may be small, but it produces talented people, and there are even legendary existences. Even your Grand Elder would have to speak to me with a smile!"
Lu Fan was furious, but the Fourth Elder frowned. What Elder Shangguan said was true. The Hai Kingdom was powerful, and more importantly, there was an unparalleled expert in the Hai Kingdom. If he were to act, the entire Dragon Kingdom might be in peril.
The seclusion of the three elders this time was also due to this matter. If the Dragon Kingdom did not produce any Huang realm experts, it would surely be annexed.
"So, have you thought it through now!" Elder Shangguan chuckled, "If so, then clear the path!"
The two elders did not yield but sneered, "What you say has enough leverage, but those who intrude into the Dragon Kingdom will not be tolerated! Even if it means the entire nation!"
"Do you truly want to be enemies with the Hai Kingdom?" Elder Shangguan frowned, "If anything happens to me, the Hai Kingdom will have a reason to formally declare war on the Dragon Kingdom."
"Does our Dragon Kingdom fear you!"
The Fourth Elder's expression was cold, "There are millions of Dragon Kingdom warriors, how can they endure such humiliation from your Hai Kingdom!"
Lu Fan stood by the side, his heart even more shaken. With the Fourth Elder's words, there was no need to worry about the Dragon Kingdom's future prosperity.
Elder Shangguan felt a sense of dread. With the Fourth Elder's resolve, it would not be easy for him to leave the Dragon Kingdom safely.
With this thought, Elder Shangguan did not hesitate and attacked the two elders directly. As long as he could break through their defenses and leave the border of the Dragon Kingdom, he would succeed in escaping.
The Fourth Elder did not hold back, rising into the air. With the Ninth Elder assisting, after only a few exchanges, Elder Shangguan was quite strained and almost suffered a heavy blow.
After a few rounds, Elder Shangguan staggered back a few steps, his face turning ashen, "Do you really want to escalate this matter!"
"The Dragon Kingdom does not wish to be enemies with the Hai Kingdom, but the Hai Kingdom's actions do not suggest the same," the Fourth Elder said coldly, "If you are not killed today, how can the Dragon Kingdom maintain its dignity!"
Elder Shangguan's face turned ashen, and he instantly unleashed the Hai Kingdom's dark arts, disappearing from his original position, appearing quite mysterious.
"Fourth Elder, be careful, the Hai Kingdom's dark arts are unfathomable!"
The Ninth Elder warned, while also scanning the surroundings, not daring to be negligent.
The Fourth Elder's eyes gleamed, as if he sensed a fluctuation. He struck at the void.
*Poof...*
Elder Shangguan spurted blood, his face turning even more ashen. He had not expected his Hai Kingdom's dark arts to be deciphered by the Fourth Elder.
It was no wonder that the rumors said that among the many elders of the Dragon Kingdom, besides the three Grand Elders, the Fourth Elder's strength was not to be underestimated.
"You cannot escape today!" The Fourth Elder's eyes flashed with coldness.
However, at this moment, Lu Fan's expression changed drastically, "Elders, be careful, there's a killing aura!"
As soon as the words fell, the Fourth Elder, who was ascending into the air, was slammed heavily onto the ground. He was sneak-attacked from behind, and the sheer power of that kick was enough to cause a Zhan Ling to explode.
If the Fourth Elder's bones were not tough, he would have perished on the spot.
Two old men in black appeared, guarding Elder Shangguan.
The Fourth Elder spat blood, his body unstable, and his face turned pale.
"The Hai Kingdom's dark arts are indeed renowned throughout the world!" The Fourth Elder sneered, "I've learned them today!"
"The Dragon Kingdom dares to be enemies with the Hai Kingdom?" The leading black-clad elder said coldly, "Do you truly want to start a war between nations!"
"If not for the Hai Kingdom breaking the rules and infiltrating the heartland of the Fire Dragon Kingdom, why would today's events have occurred?" the Ninth Elder said coldly, "You are all high-ranking officials of the Hai Kingdom, and the battle at Baiyun Peak was also orchestrated by you. It is not we who seek war, but you!"