"We have come to offer our apologies and hope that Lord Lu can spare our lives!"
The Wu family head clasped his fists, his gaze fixed on the main seat, his expression exceptionally solemn.
Lu Fan glanced at them and sneered, "Eighteen years ago, the five hidden families besieged the Lu family. What great courage that was. Why be so submissive now!"
The Wu family head's face turned ugly, and the other family heads also frowned. Lu Fan's words clearly held hidden meaning.
"The reason we took action eighteen years ago was because of one person. Otherwise, we had no enmity with the Lu family, and why would we have done such a thing!" the Wu family head said, cupping his fists. "We hope Lord understands!"
"Tell me, then, who was it?"
Lu Fan said coldly, "And why did he target the Lu family."
"This matter is of great importance. If Lord Lu wishes to know, I'm afraid you will have to agree to one condition!"
The Wu family head spoke, his expression becoming more serious.
Upon hearing this, Lu Fan slowly stood up, his entire body exuding a murderous aura.
The many family heads were terrified and trembled incessantly. Under Lu Fan's powerful pressure, they seemed so insignificant.
The Wu family head forced himself to stand, speaking with difficulty, "We are responsible for what happened eighteen years ago. It has nothing to do with our descendants. We hope Lord Lu will spare them. If Lord Lu agrees, we will not dare to conceal anything."
"If you intend to negotiate terms with me, then you have miscalculated."
Lu Fan's expression was cold. The cup in his hand instantly turned to powder, his expression growing even more sinister. These family heads were all old foxes. If his strength wasn't so great, they wouldn't be like this.
"We would never dare to negotiate terms with Lord Lu," the Wu family head quickly prostrated himself. "The mastermind eighteen years ago was named Du Qianqiu, a martial arts expert. His power was extraordinary, and even the five hidden families were no match for him, which is why we became his pawns."
"Clan Head Wu, you certainly have a silver tongue!" Lu Fan said with a smile. "If the five great families didn't intend to deal with the Lu family, even with threats from behind, they wouldn't have gone so far as to exterminate them!"
The Wu family head shuddered. What Lu Fan said was indeed true, but how could he dare to speak like this? Wasn't that asking for trouble?
"Who is Du Qianqiu?" Uncle Fu stepped forward. "Why have I never heard of him? Even eighteen years ago."
"To be frank, Du Qianqiu was reclusive back then. Whatever he did, it was the five great families who served him," the Wu family head said frankly. "That's why you wouldn't know!"
"In that case, why did he target the Lu family? Was it truly just because of the Starfall Stone?" Lu Fan continued to ask.
"From what we learned from him, the Starfall Stone was no small matter and seemed to represent some kind of identity," the Wu family head said with a bitter smile. "It's a pity that even after exterminating the Lu family, we couldn't find the Starfall Stone. Du Qianqiu was furious and almost destroyed the five great families!"
"So, does that mean I have wronged your families!" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes and looked at the Wu family head. "With just a few casual words from you, the crimes of the five great families have all been washed clean!"
"We dare not!" The Wu family head quickly clasped his fists, a look of embarrassment on his face. "We hope Lord Lu will investigate thoroughly. Our deaths are insignificant, but we hope Lord Lu will show mercy and spare the lives of our families."
"We are all willing to die, and we beg Lord Lu to spare our families' lives!"
The other family heads echoed in agreement. They were prepared to die, and as long as their families were not implicated, it would be the best outcome.
"I am quite pleased that you have such a realization!" Lu Fan nodded. "But where is that Du Qianqiu? I would like to meet him."
"If I'm not mistaken, he should be in Chu Prefecture!" the Wu family head said. "There should be news of him within Chu Prefecture."
"Chu Prefecture is vast. How can we find him with just a name?" Uncle Fu said coldly. "Even with earth-shattering methods, it would be impossible."
"I heard he has a disciple who opened a martial arts school in Chu Prefecture called the Golden Light Martial Arts School!" one of the family heads said. "He has a vast influence and is not to be trifled with!"
"Golden Light Martial Arts School?" Lu Fan sneered. "When I have free time, I will definitely visit Chu Prefecture myself."
The families nodded, their eyes filled with pleading. They had exhausted all other options, otherwise, they wouldn't have come here.
Those who were arrogant and self-important like the Li family head would likely end up with nothing. By kneeling here, even if they might not survive, they could at least protect their families.
"I know what happened. There's no need for you to remain alive!"
Lu Fan sneered. "Within three days, I expect to hear the news of your suicides. If anyone dares to falsify, their descendants will be punished!" Su Dan Novel Network
"We thank Lord Lu!" The Wu family head and the others clasped their fists. Their deaths were insignificant. As long as they could protect their families, they would not flinch.
After they left, Uncle Fu looked at Lu Fan. "We cannot trust these people's words too much. There might be a trick!"
"I believe them quite a bit!" Lu Fan said frankly. "Their purpose in coming here is to protect their descendants. Why would they dare to deceive me!"
"Then what is Young Master's first step?" Uncle Fu asked. "Why don't I go to Chu Prefecture to scout the situation first? This way, we can be prepared!"
"With Uncle Fu going personally, I am naturally at ease!" Lu Fan nodded, then looked at Han Yunhai. "You go and gather people. We are going to the Li family!"
"My lord, rest assured, all the forces have been prepared," Han Yunhai said with a smile. "The other families have all come, only the Li family is absent. Even if Lord Lu doesn't plan to deal with him, I will tear him to shreds."
"You are indeed thoughtful!" Lu Fan nodded. "Let's march towards the Li family. We must not let anyone from the Li family escape!"
The members of the Azure Dragon Sect all nodded. They obeyed Lu Fan's orders unconditionally.
In the Li family's council hall, a man rushed in. "Patriarch, the news is confirmed. The man named Lu has ordered the various family heads to hang themselves after returning home!"
"Indeed, he is ruthless!" The Li family head nodded. "I want to see what methods this Lord Lu possesses to make the other families act this way."
"On the way back, I also received some bad news!" the man said again. "Lord Lu is leading many forces and heading towards the Li family. He will likely reach our city gates soon."
The Li family head's body trembled violently. "Why wasn't such important news reported earlier? Quickly go and gather our forces, and summon all the people of the Li family who are outside. Today, I want to see how Lu Fan can destroy my Li family!"
Not long after, the entire courtyard was filled with figures.