The Grand Elder's expression was grim. Lu Fan's reckless actions in Cang Qiong Kingdom, if he were to return to Long Kingdom unscathed, would be a lifelong humiliation for Cang Qiong Kingdom.
"Even if it means death and the dissipation of my spirit, I will not let him leave!"
The Grand Elder's voice was icy, "Even if we all die here!"
The expressions of the other elders trembled slightly. The Grand Elder's resolve shocked them, but they knew that Long Yi's strength was not to be trifled with.
"What, are you planning to drag us all down with you?"
Long Yi shrugged, "If that's truly your intention, you'd best think it through!"
The elders hesitated, unwilling to make a move rashly. If they did, they might not be Long Yi's match.
The Grand Elder was already severely injured, and with their current strength, they would gain no advantage fighting Long Yi.
"What are you waiting for?"
The Grand Elder's expression was indifferent, "Do you intend to be deserters from the battlefield?"
The elders' bodies trembled, their faces instantly changing. As elders of Cang Qiong Kingdom, if they all became deserters, how could they ever stand tall within Cang Qiong Kingdom again? Su Dan Novel Network
"All elders, heed my command! Fight to the death and ensure this person is kept here!"
The Third Elder spoke out, exuding a powerful aura as he was the first to attack Long Yi.
The other elders did not hesitate either, transforming into gusts of wind as they charged towards Long Yi. They knew very well that if they failed to keep Lu Fan here, even if they returned to Cang Qiong Kingdom, the King would never let them off easily.
Sensing the approaching figures, a cold glint flashed in Long Yi's eyes, "Truly seeking death!"
With that, Long Yi stomped on the ground with one foot, unleashing an invisible surge of internal energy.
Before the elders could get close, they were repelled by the powerful aura, blood seeping from the corners of their mouths, their faces looking extremely unsightly.
Watching the fallen elders, Long Yi's expression was indifferent; he paid them no mind and turned to walk towards Lu Fan.
Seeing Long Yi's retreating figure, the Grand Elder frowned, feeling a sense of helplessness.
The other elders, heavily injured, did not know what to do.
"Grand Elder, he has been rescued, what should we do?" the Third Elder asked repeatedly, "How will we explain this to the King upon our return!"
"You are all heavily injured. The King will not blame you when you return to Cang Qiong Kingdom!"
The Grand Elder waved his hand, "It's just that I never expected there to be such a powerful expert within Long Kingdom, someone we ourselves fear!"
"Long Kingdom has always been in decline, how could there be such a master!"
The Third Elder said solemnly, "If she were truly a person of Long Kingdom, she could have killed us, yet she did not act!"
"Are you suggesting she is from an ancient sect?"
The Grand Elder's expression turned cold, and he narrowed his eyes. If that were the case, it would not be good news for Cang Qiong Kingdom.
"Apart from ancient sects, no one would possess such strength!"
The other elders nodded, "To be able to take our lives with the strength of a single woman, what kind of skill is that!"
The Grand Elder fell into deep thought, his expression becoming even more solemn. If Long Yi was indeed from an ancient sect, she would be the greatest threat to Cang Qiong.
Within the Jiang Jing Long Court of Long Kingdom, after Lu Fan was brought back, he was still unconscious.
Meanwhile, in the courtyard, besides the experts from Qingyun Sect, the elders of Long Kingdom were also present, their eyes filled with worry.
"Miss Long, what exactly happened to Little Fan?"
The Seventh Elder asked, "Where did you find him?"
"At the border of Cang Qiong Kingdom!"
Long Yi said calmly, "If I had been a moment later, he would have been in mortal danger!"
The elders were slightly surprised. They had not expected Lu Fan to be in such a perilous situation.
"Miss Long, thank you!"
The Third Elder clasped his fists, "If you hadn't personally intervened, Little Fan would likely have been in danger!"
"It was just a small effort!"
Long Yi waved her hand, "But you should truly thank me. If I hadn't acted, he really wouldn't have made it back!"
"That is naturally so!"
The Third Elder quickly nodded, feeling a bit ashamed. Lu Fan had infiltrated Cang Qiong Kingdom for the sake of Long Kingdom, yet they could only wait in the capital. If Long Yi hadn't intervened, Lu Fan's life would have been in peril.
"Miss Long, when you went to the Cang Qiong border, did you not encounter any experts from Cang Qiong Kingdom?"
The Grand Elder spoke, looking directly at Long Yi. Even he was not confident he could bring Lu Fan back to Long Kingdom, yet Long Yi had succeeded, which naturally made him astonished.
Upon hearing this, everyone else reacted and looked towards Long Yi. Just as the Grand Elder asked, what kind of strength did Long Yi possess to achieve this?
"Naturally, I encountered them!"
Long Yi shrugged, "But I resolved them all!"
The elders trembled and gasped, Long Yi's ability to accomplish this was only possible with immense strength.
"May I ask which sect Miss Long belongs to?"
The Grand Elder spoke again, wanting to bring Lu Fan back, at least requiring a Royal Realm strength. However, the Grand Elder was unaware that within Long Kingdom, besides a few experts, there were also Royal Realm experts.
"What, Grand Elder, are you doubting me?"
Long Yi shrugged, "It's not that I look down on you, but even if you all attacked me together, I wouldn't take you seriously!"
The expressions of the crowd changed. The Grand Elder of Long Kingdom was standing here, yet Long Yi's words suggested she didn't take them seriously at all.
"Miss Long, please don't misunderstand, we didn't mean that!"
The Third Elder spoke, "Since Miss Long is unwilling to say, we naturally won't force you. But regardless, if it weren't for Miss Long, Little Fan wouldn't have returned. The Long Kingdom headquarters is very grateful!"
Long Yi said nothing more and walked towards the garden within the courtyard, appearing quite carefree.
In the room, Lin Ke stayed by Lu Fan's side, her eyes filled with worry.
"Xiao Fan, you can't be in trouble! Otherwise, I won't talk to you anymore!"
"Silly girl, how could I be in trouble!"
A faint voice sounded, and Lu Fan opened his eyes.
"Xiao Fan, you're awake?"
Lin Ke was instantly overjoyed, her tear-streaked face becoming serious.
"This was too dangerous, who saved me?" Lu Fan asked.
"It was Long Yi. She didn't lie to me; she brought you back completely intact!" Lin Ke said excitedly.
Outside the room, many elders swarmed in, showing great concern.
"Little Fan, surviving a great disaster brings future fortune!"
The Seventh Elder smiled, "We thought you would never return!"
"That's right!"
The Third Elder nodded, "But you can't be so reckless in the future. Going to Cang Qiong Kingdom alone, no one else would have your audacity!"
Lu Fan gave an awkward smile, his expression changing slightly. He hadn't expected all the elders to be here.
"You're quite famous, kid!"
The Grand Elder chuckled, "I was in seclusion for ten years. After coming out, the most I heard was about you!"
"If I'm not mistaken, this must be the Grand Elder?" Lu Fan paused slightly, unsure.