"The Elder token is lost?" the City Lord of Jiangnan asked in surprise. "Why wasn't I informed?"
"This matter is quite secret," Qin Shilong stated directly. "Besides those above the commander rank in the Outer Domain Battlefield, no one else is aware. This person stealing the Elder token is unforgivable. City Lord, you must reconsider and not be deceived by him!" Su Dan Novel Network
The City Lord of Jiangnan abruptly looked at Lu Fan. "Where did this token come from? If you don't tell the truth, don't blame me for being rude."
"What a joke!" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "I hold the Dragon Country's Elder token; could it be fake?"
"Cease your chatter. Today, I will reveal your true colors!"
Qin Shilong's voice turned cold as he stepped towards Lu Fan. Even if Lu Fan's token were real, he wouldn't show any mercy. The hatred for the destruction of his clan was irreconcilable; how could he let Lu Fan go so easily?
Han Yunhai and the others were about to make a move, but Lu Fan waved them off. He merely stamped his foot, and an invisible internal force circulated outwards.
Rumble...
A massive roar sounded, and Qin Shilong was sent flying. Blood trickled from the corner of his mouth. The brothers beside him were astonished, especially the vice commander. "Big brother, are you alright?"
"I'm fine!"
Qin Shilong coughed up a mouthful of blood and looked at Lu Fan with disbelief. "I am a Grandmaster of the Outer Domain. How could you defeat me in one move!"
Following these words, many experts present were also filled with shock. Under normal circumstances, an Outer Domain Grandmaster was incredibly powerful. Even the City Lord of Jiangnan might not have been able to defeat Qin Shilong in a single move.
"A mere Grandmaster dares to be presumptuous in front of this Venerable!"
Lu Fan's expression was indifferent. "The Sea Country's powerful invaders attacked, and over a dozen Great Cultivators perished by my hand. What makes you think you can fight me?"
Qin Shilong's body trembled. The vice commander next to him was incredulous. They had heard of the battle at Baiyun Peak in the Outer Domain Battlefield before, where a young prodigy fought against many experts from the Sea Country's Sea Rakshasa. However, they never imagined that person was Lu Fan.
The City Lord of Jiangnan's face turned grim, even becoming deferential. He regretted standing up. Judging by Lu Fan's previous display of skill, he was at least at the Battle Spirit level. Such a powerful being, even if not a Dragon Country Elder, was not someone he could easily offend.
Furthermore, if the battle at Baiyun Peak was indeed Lu Fan's doing, then the Elder token was not fake. With such a glorious battle record, being favored by many elders and becoming a probationary elder was within reason. Thinking of this, the City Lord of Jiangnan trembled. Offending an unparalleled expert who also had the backing of Dragon Country Elders sent a chill down his spine. This was simply courting death.
"Where are the others!" the City Lord of Jiangnan commanded sternly. "Arrest the Qin family members and show them no mercy!"
Qin Shilong's face darkened. The City Lord of Jiangnan was a weather vane, always leaning towards whichever side was stronger. Now that his influence was gone, he wanted to add insult to injury.
"City Lord of Jiangnan, weren't you just questioning me?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "Why are you acting like this now?"
"Your subordinate dares not!" the City Lord of Jiangnan quickly replied. "It was the Qin family stirring up trouble. Otherwise, how would I dare to question your identity!"
"Please grant us your grace, Lord!"
The vice commander quickly stepped forward. "It was not easy for us to become Grandmasters. If we are truly captured, our lives might be forfeit!"
"A joke. If I were weak today, would you have let me go?" Lu Fan's expression was cold. "This world fundamentally respects strength. Eighteen years ago, didn't your Qin family ancestor destroy my Lu family by relying on his strength!"
"Regarding past grudges, your subordinate is unaware. However, we fought on the battlefield for the Dragon Country, killing countless enemy experts, to achieve our current strength."
The vice commander's expression was solemn. At the same time, he pulled open Qin Shilong's clothes, revealing numerous wounds. Qin Shilong had likely over a hundred scars of various sizes.
"Please grant us your grace!"
Qin Shilong's subordinates also unfastened their clothing, revealing bodies covered in scars. They had fought bravely to protect the Dragon Country and paid a heavy price.
Lu Fan's expression was indifferent, but these wounds were real, stirring something within him. In a flash, Lu Fan unleashed a stream of light, blasting towards Qin Shilong.
Everyone was greatly alarmed but dared not intervene. Regardless of Lu Fan's decision, they were powerless to stop him. However, Qin Shilong was not struck; instead, a lock of his hair was severed by the internal force and floated into the sky.
"Considering your loyalty in protecting the country, I will spare you today. This lock of hair will serve as a reminder!" Lu Fan said coldly. "The Qin family was destroyed by me. If your strength grows greatly in the future, you may seek revenge!"
Looking at the floating strands of hair, everyone fell silent. Lu Fan said no more and left with his companions. He had originally intended to kill Qin Shilong, but seeing the body covered in scars, he couldn't bring himself to do it. This was, after all, an old generation's grievance. Qin Shilong's loyalty in protecting the country was enough to spare his life.
The City Lord of Jiangnan stood frozen, unsure of what to do. He regretted coming here even more. If he hadn't come, none of this would have happened, and he wouldn't be implicated. If Lu Fan was displeased with today's events, his future endeavors would likely be fraught with difficulty. Offending such a formidable expert, especially one backed by the Dragon Country, was a terrifying prospect.
After Lu Fan departed, the vice commander helped Qin Shilong up. "Lord Lu is not unreasonable. These are all grudges from the previous generation. Big brother, please let it go!"
Qin Shilong remained silent. Lu Fan sparing him had surprised even himself, but the clan's revenge remained an indelible knot in his heart.
"You've gotten me into serious trouble today!" the City Lord of Jiangnan said coldly. "You take care of yourself!" After speaking, he led the City Lord's mansion entourage away. With things having escalated to this point, he was helpless.
Returning to Tianquan Villa, Lu Fan looked at Uncle Fu. "It's all my fault. If I had been more prepared earlier, this wouldn't have happened."
"Young Master, do not blame yourself," Uncle Fu waved his hand. "Seeing your might today fills me with joy. If the Master knew, he would surely be happy in the afterlife."
"It's a pity that I still haven't figured out the family's affairs from back then," Lu Fan shook his head. "But it won't be long before I head to the Outer Domain Battlefield."
"The Outer Domain Battlefield is terrifying. Young Master, please reconsider," Uncle Fu said earnestly. "No matter what, the Lu family was destroyed by the five great families. The five great families are gone, and the clan's revenge has been served. As for the reasons, Young Master, you don't need to investigate further!"
"Uncle Fu, your words seem to have a hidden meaning!" Lu Fan's eyes gleamed. "Even now, is Uncle Fu still hiding something?"
"Young Master, there are some things even this old servant does not know," Uncle Fu shook his head. "The matter of the Lu family back then likely has deeper hidden reasons, involving a much wider circle!"