Seeing Elder Shangguan was determined to leave, Lu Fan did not hold back at all and threw a heavy punch.
Elder Hai Guo easily entering the hinterland of Long Guo was already a sign of disrespect. If he were allowed to leave, what would become of Long Guo's reputation, and how would it be ridiculed by other enemy nations on the extraterrestrial battlefield?
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 were not careful, he might even be killed by him.
Fortunately, Elder Shangguan was wary and wanted to leave Long Guo as soon as possible, which was greatly beneficial to Lu Fan.
Sensing the gust of wind, Elder Shangguan's face turned ashen. Lu Fan's strength was such that he had likely reached the Xiantian King Realm, on par with his own. If they were to truly fight, he would not be able to defeat Lu Fan in a short time.
With this thought, Elder Shangguan retreated while fighting, not daring to delay.
While Long Guo's three most powerful elders were in seclusion, the remaining elders were by no means ordinary. Coupled with Lu Fan, who had just been promoted, his situation was precarious.
However, at this very moment, the surrounding aura surged, and two elders in white robes transformed into gusts of wind, arriving at the border of Long Guo and simultaneously blocking Elder Shangguan's path.
"Since you're here, why the hurry to leave!"
The voice was calm but carried a sense of authority that spread throughout the entire border.
The many experts from the Three Great Sects watched with great interest.
"Long Guo's elders are in action, Elder Shangguan is in danger!"
"Who says not? He was still looking down on us before, and now he's probably doomed!"
"If Hai Guo wasn't so powerful, why would our sects fear him!"
The white-haired elder spoke continuously, showing no favor to Elder Shangguan.
Although they did not wish to participate in national wars and deplete their sect's strength, they absolutely did not want Long Guo to be invaded by others.
After all, no matter what, they were still people of Long Guo. If Long Guo had strong fighting power, they could recuperate, become thousand-year-old sects, and would not have to experience dynastic changes.
"Fourth Elder."
Lu Fan's face lit up with joy. Beside the Fourth Elder was another elder, the Ninth Elder of Long Guo. With the arrival of the two elders, Elder Shangguan was likely beyond escape.
"I never expected you to make it after all!"
Elder Shangguan narrowed his eyes. "However, Hai Guo and Long Guo are not at war. May I ask why the elders have come?"
"As an elder of Hai Guo, you infiltrated the hinterland of Long Guo and injured a member of the Dragon Group. It is likely you have ill intentions," the Ninth Elder said coldly. "How can we allow you to act recklessly today!"
"I was merely touring Long Guo, and the members of the Dragon Group attacked me without rhyme or reason. It seems reasonable that I injured them," Elder Shangguan sneered.
"You know perfectly well why you came to Long Guo," the Fourth Elder said coldly. "If you surrender, you can avoid unnecessary trouble."
"Ridiculous. As an elder of Hai Guo, do you dare to lay a hand on me?"
Elder Shangguan's expression was indifferent. "Let alone you, even the Grand Elder of Long Guo would not dare to be so presumptuous!"
"Ridiculous. You have offended Long Guo, and you expect us to treat you with courtesy?"
Lu Fan's expression was displeased. "Isn't that too arrogant."
"Although Long Guo is vast and rich, it unfortunately lacks powerful individuals," Elder Shangguan stated directly. "Although Hai Guo is a small place, it is rich in talent and has legendary existences. Even your Grand Elder would have to be polite to me!"
Lu Fan was furious, but the Fourth Elder frowned. What Elder Shangguan said was true; Hai Guo's strength was formidable, and more importantly, there was an unparalleled expert in Hai Guo. If he were to act, the entire Long Guo would be in peril.
The reason the three elders were in seclusion this time was also due to this matter. If Long Guo did not produce any more Emperor Realm experts, it would surely be annexed.
"So, have you thought it through now!" Elder Shangguan chuckled. "Since that's the case, then clear the way!"
The two elders did not yield. Instead, they sneered, "What you say might have merit, but Long Guo will not tolerate those who intrude upon it! Even if it means mobilizing the entire nation!"
"Do you truly wish to be enemies with Hai Guo?" Elder Shangguan frowned. "If anything happens to me, Hai Guo will have reason to formally declare war on Long Guo."
"What does our Long Guo fear!"
The Fourth Elder's expression was icy. "Long Guo has millions of valiant sons. How can they endure the humiliation from Hai Guo!" Su Dan Novel Network
Lu Fan stood by, his heart shaken. With the words of the elders, Long Guo's future was bright.
Elder Shangguan felt a sense of dread. With the Fourth Elder's resolute stance, it would not be easy for him to leave Long Guo safely.
With this thought, Elder Shangguan did not hesitate and directly attacked the two elders. As long as he could break through their defense and leave the border of Long Guo, he would be able to escape.
The Fourth Elder did not hold back. He soared into the air, and with the Ninth Elder assisting him, after only a few exchanges, Elder Shangguan was struggling and almost suffered a severe injury.
After a few rounds, Elder Shangguan staggered back a few steps, his face turning ashen. "Do you truly want to escalate this matter!"
"Long Guo does not wish to be enemies with Hai Guo, but Hai Guo's actions suggest otherwise," the Fourth Elder said coldly. "If we do not kill you today, how can Long Guo's honor be preserved!"
Elder Shangguan's face turned ashen, and he instantly unleashed Hai Guo's dark arts, disappearing from his spot, appearing quite mysterious.
"Fourth Elder, be careful! Hai Guo's dark arts are unpredictable!"
The Ninth Elder warned, while also scanning the surroundings, not daring to be negligent.
The Fourth Elder's eyes gleamed as if he had sensed a fluctuation, and he struck out at the void.
*Poof...*
Elder Shangguan spat out a mouthful of blood, his face even more ashen. He had not expected his Hai Guo dark arts to be deciphered by the Fourth Elder.
It was no wonder there were rumors that among the many elders of Long Guo, besides the three Grand Elders, the Fourth Elder's strength was not to be underestimated.
"You cannot escape today!" The Fourth Elder's eyes were filled with cold light.
However, at this moment, Lu Fan's expression changed drastically. "Elders, be careful! There's an assassination aura!"
As soon as the words fell, the Fourth Elder, who had been soaring in the air, slammed violently onto the ground, having been ambushed from behind. The sheer power of this blow was enough to cause a Battle Spirit to explode and die.
If not for the Fourth Elder's tough bones, he would have perished on the spot.
Two elders in black appeared and stood protectively beside Elder Shangguan.
The Fourth Elder, spitting blood, was already unsteady, his face pale.
"Hai Guo's dark arts are indeed renowned throughout the world!" The Fourth Elder sneered. "I have experienced them today!"
"Long Guo dares to be enemies with Hai Guo?" the leading black-clad elder said coldly. "Do you truly wish to initiate a national war!"
"If Hai Guo had not broken the rules and infiltrated the hinterland of Fire Dragon Country, how could this have happened today?" the Ninth Elder said coldly. "You are all high-ranking officials of Hai Guo. The battle at Baiyun Peak was also orchestrated by you. It is not us who want war, but you!"