"I did go to Jiangbei, but I came back!"
Lu Fan said, "This time I've returned to Longdu, I have an idea. I wonder if you Elders would join me!"
"Just say what you mean and stop beating around the bush!" the Third Elder glared. "This isn't like you."
"I want to directly gather many experts and march on Cangqiong Country!"
Lu Fan's eyes were sharp, carrying a cold glint. "Cangqiong Country has repeatedly invaded Long Country and committed all sorts of atrocities. Now that Long Country's strength has greatly increased, and we can contend with Cangqiong Country, how can we let them be!"
"Lu, are you sure you're not mistaken?"
The Third Elder frowned. "This is no trivial matter. To march on Cangqiong Country is not a task for a single day. Moreover, Cangqiong Country's strength and foundation are extremely formidable. It's likely not that simple!"
"I know that, of course!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly. "However, I had already made plans before I came. With this attack on Cangqiong Country, Long Country is bound to win!"
The many Elders present fell silent, appearing quite hesitant, their eyes darting away.
Seeing the Elders' expressions, Lu Fan's brow furrowed slightly. He hadn't expected that the Elders of Long Country seemed to have no intention of attacking Cangqiong Country. If this were the case, it would not be a good thing for Long Country.
After all, Lu Fan understood very well that if even the Elders were weak and incompetent, the entire nation would not be able to grow.
"Lu, I know you have such great hatred for Cangqiong Country, but do you know that if Long Country wins the final victory in a battle against Cangqiong Country, we will likely pay a great price!"
The Seventh Elder spoke, "We old fossils are not afraid of death, but how can all the martial arts experts of Long Country be lost!"
"If we can't even protect our homes, we will only be bullied in the future!"
Lu Fan said directly, "Cangqiong Country's current arrogance is created by Long Country's weakness and incompetence! Elders, you must think carefully. If we let Cangqiong Country bide its time, it will not be good for us!"
The Elders fell into thought. They understood all this, but attacking Cangqiong Country now was indeed not the best time.
"Lu, we understand what you're saying!"
The Third Elder said, "However, some things still need to be planned carefully. There is a wild ginseng plant in the back mountain of the headquarters. Why don't we go take a look?"
"That's right, there are many wild ginseng plants in the headquarters' back mountain. Why don't you take some back, Lu!" the Ninth Elder chimed in.
Lu Fan stood to the side, a look of dejection in his eyes. He could understand the Elders' words; they did not wish to attack Cangqiong Country, perhaps out of fear, or perhaps they did not want the many experts of Long Country to lose their lives.
"Since the Elders have their own thoughts, I won't say more!"
Lu Fan clasped his hands in a bow. "Cangqiong Country has wolfish ambitions. If they are not eliminated, Long Country will never have peace!"
After Lu Fan finished speaking, he turned and left. He had come to the headquarters with high spirits, but he never expected the Elders to have such an attitude, which left him feeling somewhat helpless.
Seeing Lu Fan leave, the many Elders exchanged glances, unsure of what to say.
"Actually, Lu is right. Long Country's strength is formidable now. If we really attack Cangqiong, we will definitely have a great chance of winning!" the Ninth Elder said. "After all, Cangqiong Country is ultimately a hidden danger, and if this continues, it will surely cause trouble!"
"Old Nine is right, I agree with his idea!" the Seventh Elder stated. "Long Country and Cangqiong Country have a deep-seated enmity. No matter how much time passes, it cannot be erased!"
The Elders exchanged glances and remained silent. Perhaps the pressure previously exerted by Cangqiong Country had softened their resolve, or perhaps in their hearts, as long as Cangqiong Country did not invade, it was enough.
"Cangqiong Country's strength is powerful. Fighting them now is not a good thing!"
The Grand Elder said, "As the Grand Elder of Long Country, I naturally must consider the overall situation and must not be careless! Nor can we be overly complacent!"
"The Grand Elder speaks wisely!" the Third Elder nodded. "Cangqiong Country has countless War Emperor level experts. If we rashly go to war, it will be a disaster for the entire Long Country!"
"When the three Elders were not in seclusion, we could still resist Cangqiong Country!"
The Seventh Elder said, "Now that the three Elders are out of seclusion, are we still unable to defeat Cangqiong?"
"You can't be so absolute!" the Third Elder waved his hand. "I know all the Elders are from that era. I know even more how much was sacrificed to resist Cangqiong. But no matter what we do, we must consider the overall situation!"
"Perhaps we are truly mistaken!" the Grand Elder chuckled. "Lu has said so much, all for the sake of Long Country. As Elders of Long Country, we should look further ahead."
The Elders present trembled slightly and looked towards the Grand Elder, not understanding his meaning.
"Old Nine, Old Seven, go and call Lu back!" the Grand Elder said. "Cangqiong Country must fight to the death. We cannot give them any chance to breathe, otherwise, we will be the ones attacked later. Lu is not wrong!"
"This..." the Third Elder trembled slightly. "This matter is of great importance. Please reconsider, Grand Elder!"
"This matter requires the consensus of all Elders to reach an agreement!"
With a serious look in his eyes, the Grand Elder spoke again, "Moreover, as Elders of Long Country, how can we be timid!"
The Elders' eyes were firm. Since the Grand Elder had spoken, it showed his determination. If that was the case, they would not retreat either.
At this time, Lu Fan had returned to Jiangjing Longting, but he felt somewhat helpless. He had personally gone to the headquarters but still could not persuade those old men, which was undoubtedly a failure for him.
"What, the Long Country Elders do not agree with your idea?" Long Yi smiled.
"They are considering the lives of many in Long Country, which is understandable!" Lu Fan said. "But some matters are of great importance. If Cangqiong Country is not eliminated, it will eventually bring disaster!"
"Since that's the case, why don't we go to Cangqiong Country!"
Long Yi smiled. "With the strength of the three of us now, it should not be difficult to take half of Cangqiong Country's fighting strength."
"Just the three of us go?"
Lu Fan was slightly stunned, and then shook his head. "This is probably not feasible! Moreover, this matter is of great importance. If only the three of us go, it will have no effect and could even endanger our lives! After all, that is the strength of an entire nation!"
"So what if it's the strength of an entire nation? In front of true powerhouses, all records are like ants!" Long Yi's expression was indifferent.