"I have no intention of being an enemy of the Snow Mountain Sect!"
Lu Fan cupped his fists again. "It's just that my wife is poisoned and in critical condition. Only the Snow Mountain Lotus from the Snow Mountain Sect can cure her. I hope the elder can be accommodating!"
"What does your wife's poisoning have to do with our Snow Mountain Sect?"
The Fifth Elder said coldly, "I advise you to leave now and don't act recklessly here, or you'll never be able to return!"
The Fifth Elder was not polite. He had no good feelings towards anyone who coveted the Snow Mountain Lotus, let alone Lu Fan, who had caused significant trouble within the Snow Mountain Sect. As an elder of the Snow Mountain Sect, he was naturally displeased.
"How about we leave for now?"
Long Yi spoke up. "At 10 o'clock tonight, we can infiltrate the Snow Mountain Sect. It might be easier that way!"
"We've already alerted them. They won't let us succeed!"
Lu Fan shook his head. "Since they are unwilling to lend us the Snow Lotus Grass, I'll have to take action!"
Long Yi felt a bit helpless. The Snow Mountain Sect was, after all, an ancient sect, extraordinary in both its heritage and strength. Long Yi naturally didn't want Lu Fan to fall out with the Snow Mountain Sect.
"What? It seems you're not planning to leave!"
The Fifth Elder's expression was indifferent. "Or do you wish to have a contest?"
"As I said earlier, I have no intention of being an enemy of the Snow Mountain Sect, but if I cannot obtain the Snow Lotus today, I will not leave easily!" Lu Fan's expression was solemn.
The Fifth Elder's face darkened. He understood Lu Fan's intentions perfectly, but these words filled him with displeasure. At least in his view, Lu Fan was threatening the entire Snow Mountain Sect.
If the Snow Mountain Sect did not hand over the Snow Lotus Grass, they would not find peace.
"Where are all the disciples of the Snow Mountain Sect!" The Fifth Elder's expression was icy.
"Disciples are here!"
Numerous disciples responded in unison, exuding a powerful aura, their gazes fixed on Lu Fan.
As disciples of the Snow Mountain Sect, they would never permit anyone to dare to act recklessly within the Snow Mountain Sect.
"Take them all down! Those who dare to offend the Snow Mountain Sect will be severely punished!" the Fifth Elder commanded without hesitation.
The disciples of the Snow Mountain Sect did not hesitate either, stepping towards Lu Fan. With the Fifth Elder present, they had nothing to fear.
Sensing the Fifth Elder's hostility, Lu Fan also frowned. He had intended to treat them with respect, but it seemed unlikely now. If he didn't show some strength, it would be almost impossible to take the Snow Lotus Grass with him.
"I didn't want to make a move, but unfortunately, the Snow Mountain Sect is so unreasonable. I can only resort to force!"
Lu Fan's expression turned cold. He had just heard that the Sect Master of the Snow Mountain Sect was not present. This was the best time to act. As long as Lin Ke could awaken, Lu Fan would have no complaints about anything he did.
"What audacious talk! Go ahead and try. I want to see what means you possess to dare intrude upon my Snow Mountain Sect!"
The Fifth Elder's expression was icy. His figure transformed into a gust of wind, and he struck Lu Fan with a palm. As a seventh-level Battle Emperor, he commanded considerable authority within the Snow Mountain Sect.
However, he never expected a wild kid from outside to be so insolent before him, not taking him seriously at all, even speaking with a hint of arrogance. How could he tolerate this?
Sensing such an aura, Lu Fan remained unfazed. His figure suddenly shot towards the sky and then slammed heavily onto the ground. A powerful shockwave swept out. The disciples of the Snow Mountain Sect were injured by this immense internal energy before they could even get close, completely losing the ability to fight back.
Even the Fifth Elder was sent flying, with blood seeping from the corner of his mouth. Even as an elder of the Snow Mountain Sect and a seventh-level Emperor realm expert, he could not withstand such terrifying might.
"How is this possible!"
The Fifth Elder steadied himself, his eyes filled with disbelief. "How could you possibly achieve this!"
"I apologize for the offense just now, but I must have the Snow Lotus!"
Lu Fan's expression was cold, and he strode towards the Snow Mountain Sect. There was no trace of evasion in his eyes, only overwhelming fury. He hadn't wanted to make a move, but now it seemed only by forceful suppression could he obtain what he desired.
The Fifth Elder was filled with unwillingness but was also helpless. The strength Lu Fan displayed was enough to make him retreat significantly. If Lu Fan hadn't held back just now, he would no longer exist.
Such terrifying might, even if the Grand Elder himself intervened, might not gain any advantage.
Meanwhile, in the elder hall of the Snow Mountain Sect, all the elders stood up, their eyes filled with surprise. Even the Snow Mountain Sect had trembled just now, indicating how powerful the ensuing battle was.
They were likely not ordinary powerhouses, otherwise, such a commotion wouldn't have occurred.
"You all come with me. Who is it that has arrived with such deterrent power!"
The Grand Elder's expression was icy. The Snow Mountain Sect had not seen visitors for a hundred years, yet unexpectedly, upon their arrival, there was such a scene, even an attempt to overthrow the entire Snow Mountain Sect.
The other elders nodded in agreement, their brows furrowed. Causing such a disturbance was enough to show that the visitors were not benevolent. However, they were all seasoned individuals, elders of the Snow Mountain Sect, and thus remained composed.
Not long after, the elders arrived outside the Snow Mountain Sect gate. The Fifth Elder retreated continuously, while Lu Fan advanced.
"Fifth, why is there blood on your mouth?" the Third Elder frowned. "Could he really have such strength? To injure you?"
"This fellow's strength is extraordinary!"
The Fifth Elder stated, "He has already severely injured me without even using his full strength. You all should be very careful."
"I only want the Snow Lotus Grass and have no intention of being an enemy of any of you!"
Lu Fan cupped his fists. "Although the Snow Lotus Grass is a treasure of the Snow Mountain Sect, there are quite a few of them. If you could gift me one, I will be eternally grateful, and I will spare no effort if the Snow Mountain Sect ever needs anything!"
"That's easy for you to say. While the Snow Lotus Grass is numerous, it is also extremely precious and cannot be easily given to others!" the Third Elder said coldly. "Moreover, you acted within our Snow Mountain Sect. If we were to give you the Snow Lotus Grass, what would become of our Snow Mountain Sect's reputation?"
"A life is at stake. If it weren't for this, why would I have acted so forcefully!" Lu Fan said with a wry smile. "It is true that I was wrong today, but I must obtain the Snow Lotus Grass!"
"Young man, why be so impulsive!"
The Grand Elder smiled. "Do you know that if you take another step forward, you will be violating the rules of our Snow Mountain Sect? If you anger the Snow Mountain Sect then, you will surely suffer the consequences."
"As I said earlier, my wife is poisoned and needs the Snow Lotus Grass!"
Lu Fan spoke again, his tone becoming impatient. These people treated human lives as worthless. Even though they could easily produce the Snow Lotus Grass, they were unwilling to act. Lu Fan understood this clearly.
"What a joke. What does your wife's life or death have to do with our Snow Mountain Sect?" the Third Elder said coldly. "I advise you to leave as soon as possible!"