"One hundred Grandmasters of my Qingyun Sect are here. If the Northern Pole tribe dares to make a move, we will annihilate them!"
Lu Fan's voice was calm as he casually glanced at the elders.
The elders' expressions shifted before they regained their composure, revealing smiles. "Lord Lu, rest assured, we are all sincere and will never make a move against you!"
"Naturally. With one hundred Grandmasters of the Qingyun Sect present, how could you dare to act?"
Han Qiushui said indifferently, "My master said that if the Northern Pole tribe does not release the person, their entire tribe will be destroyed."
At these words, several elders frowned, not daring to offend in the slightest. They were acutely aware of their current predicament.
However, the tribal chief had given strict instructions that the Northern Pole tribe would not bow to anyone. Even in the face of an overwhelming army, they would not waver.
Not long after, the Qingyun Sect disciples arrived at the Northern Pole tribe. Several elders stepped forward and said, "Lord Lu, with so many experts from the Qingyun Sect present, it may not be convenient to enter!"
"What, you want my master to go in alone?" Han Qiushui retorted coldly. "If there is any danger inside, wouldn't that be walking into a trap?"
"Lord Lu's reputation precedes him; how dare we be presumptuous!" the leading elder said with a wry smile. "It's just that this is a secret area of the tribe, and outsiders are not allowed to enter, let alone so many experts from the Qingyun Sect."
"It's alright. I'd like to see what tricks they intend to play."
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes and walked directly towards the Northern Pole tribe. He was no ordinary person now. If the Northern Pole tribe truly intended to attack him, Lu Fan would not care.
"Lord!"
Han Yunhai shouted, "If there's an ambush inside, it could be extremely dangerous."
"You all wait here!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "I have my own ways to escape!"
The others dared not speak and could only obey Lu Fan's orders. Their hearts were even more anxious. The Qingyun Sect had brought one hundred Grandmasters. If they were to act forcefully, the Northern Pole tribe would likely have been annihilated by now.
However, Lin Xiaojia was in their hands. If they acted rashly, they would only harm her.
"I'll accompany Master," Han Qiushui stated. "One more person should not be too much, right?"
"Naturally, you can!" the leading elder nodded, smiling at the same time.
Meanwhile, in the great hall of the Northern Pole tribe, more than ten figures stood, harboring dissatisfaction. They disdained Lord Lu of Jiangnan, but the tribal chief had given orders. If this matter could be settled peacefully, the tribe should not act lightly.
Lu Fan and Han Qiushui arrived at the hall. Looking at the elders present, their expressions grew even more indifferent, showing no fear at all.
"Lord Lu of Jiangnan is indeed young and promising!"
The Chief of the Northern Pole tribe rose and said with a smile, "At such a young age, you possess such capabilities. Your reputation is so great that even our Northern Pole tribe fears you!"
"The Chief is too kind," Lu Fan stated directly. "My purpose for coming today is very simple. You hand over the person, and I will leave. I will not harm your Northern Pole tribe. If not, the Northern Pole tribe will be destroyed."
The elders present immediately turned cold. "Lord Lu of Jiangnan has quite an arrogant tone. Do you truly think our Northern Pole tribe is made of mud?"
"That's right. How powerful is our Northern Pole tribe? Are we afraid of your threats!"
Many elders were displeased and spoke coldly to Lu Fan. They had not agreed to a peaceful settlement, and Lu Fan's words had clearly angered them.
"All of you, shut up!"
The Chief of the Northern Pole tribe spoke coldly, looking at the elders. He then turned to Lu Fan. "Lord Lu is young and spirited, and I understand that very well. However, everything can be discussed. Why resort to drawing swords?"
"Since the Chief wishes to discuss, why not tell me," Lu Fan shrugged. "If I am satisfied with what I hear, I might consider it!"
The Chief of the Northern Pole tribe smiled and then had people bring forth many items. "These are all rare treasures of the Northern Pole tribe, priceless. Lord Lu is also a discerning person and should know our sincerity."
Looking at the boxes full of spiritual herbs, Lu Fan was slightly shocked. He hadn't expected such precious items to be found in these ten thousand mountains.
Seeing Lu Fan's eyes light up, the Chief of the Northern Pole tribe was quite pleased. "I have always been sincere in my dealings. The Sacred Blood tribe and the Northern Pole tribe have an irreconcilable enmity. Their people must die."
"So, you intend to buy me off with these rare treasures!" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "And ask me to overlook this matter?"
"I have inquired and found that Lord Lu has no connection with the Sacred Blood tribe. Why bother so much for them," the Chief of the Northern Pole tribe said with a smile. "As long as Lord Lu does not interfere in this matter, these two boxes of rare treasures will be yours!"
"What if I refuse?"
Lu Fan shrugged. "With my one hundred Grandmasters here, overthrowing the Northern Pole tribe is as easy as blowing away dust!"
"Lord Lu, please reconsider," the Chief of the Northern Pole tribe said, his tone instantly turning cold as he stared intently at Lu Fan.
He had already made significant concessions, yet Lu Fan remained so arrogant, filling him with displeasure. As the chieftain of the Northern Pole tribe, how could he tolerate such insolence from Lu Fan?
"Chief, please do not be angered. There is still room for discussion on this matter!" an elder quickly said.
"That's utter nonsense! He has already said so much, what room is there for discussion?"
An elder spoke coldly, his eyes filled with ice. He then looked at Lu Fan, "Young as you are, you are so arrogant. Do you truly think this is a city in Longguo where you can do as you please?"
"What are you to lecture me?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, grabbed the elder from a distance, and slammed him hard against the wall.
The elder's eyes were filled with terror. He eventually spat out blood.
Many people in the courtyard were stunned. With such a simple move, a Grandmaster was made to spit blood. What this implied was probably self-evident.
The Chief of the Northern Pole tribe was also taken aback. He was furious in his heart but dared not act rashly. Lu Fan's earlier move had made him somewhat fearful.
Before seeing Lu Fan, he had been dismissive. But now, it seemed the strength Lu Fan displayed was not as simple as it appeared on the surface.
"I have come to the ten thousand mountains today to take someone away," Lu Fan said with a cold expression. "Anyone who dares to stop me will face death!"
"Lord Lu, please calm your anger. Do not make a move!" an elder quickly pleaded. "This matter can still be discussed!"
"What else is there to discuss?" Han Qiushui said coldly. "Master is already enraged. If you do not release the person soon, great disaster will befall you."