"If the other two major powers are unwilling, we shall forcefully eliminate them!" Lu Fan said coldly. "If they wish to bear our wrath, the Dragon Kingdom shall oblige!"
"What are you? How dare you represent the Dragon Kingdom!" Xia Handong said contemptuously.
Lu Fan's expression instantly turned frigid, a killing aura emanating from his body as he looked towards Xia Handong. "If the Medicine King Valley does not comply today, a great battle shall ensue!"
As soon as the words fell, numerous experts from the Dragon Group surrounded the Medicine King Valley, their numbers making escape impossible. Long Aotian and others also arrived before Lu Fan.
"Fourth Elder!"
"You have arrived at the perfect time!" the Fourth Elder said coldly. "Today, I wish to see if the Medicine King Valley will fight or seek peace!"
The Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley's face was grim. He had never imagined that the usually taciturn Fourth Elder would be so forceful today, his words utterly unreserved, giving the impression that he would initiate a battle at the slightest disagreement.
"Dragon Group, prepare for battle!"
The members of the Dragon Group shouted, their roars accompanied by the sounds of tigers. Since joining the Dragon Group, they had cast aside all thoughts of personal safety. Now that the Dragon Kingdom was in peril, they would not hesitate to give their all.
Sensing this earth-shattering spirit, the Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley's expression turned cold. "Fourth Elder, you must reconsider!"
"With no other path, why should I reconsider!" the Fourth Elder narrowed his eyes. "Today's battle is likely unavoidable. Valley Master, you should make your move!"
"If we agree to their terms, we can preserve the Medicine King Valley's forces. If we refuse, it will likely spell trouble," an elder stated. "We implore the Valley Master to consider carefully!"
The Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley's expression shifted. How could he not understand the implications? However, asking the Medicine King Valley to send thirty Grandmasters felt like a deep wound, as these many experts were the pillar of the Valley.
"It seems the Valley Master is determined to fight!"
Lu Fan's aura surged, and he instantly stepped towards the Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley. He had not gained any advantage in their previous encounter at the Medicine King Valley, and had even been heavily injured. Things were different this time.
Feeling the sharp gust of wind, the Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley did not dare to delay, using his full strength to resist while continuously retreating.
Internally, he was shocked. In just a few days, Lu Fan's strength had subtly surpassed his own. Such a powerful existence made him feel utterly out of reach.
He was only a step away from the Imperial Realm, and for Lu Fan to subtly surpass him, his cultivation level was likely not lower than his. However, before this, Lu Fan had not possessed such formidable strength.
Seeing Lu Fan's dominance, the members of the Dragon Group were also greatly astonished. Even the Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley could not withstand him. To what level had Lu Fan's strength reached?
The Fourth Elder also narrowed his eyes. He had been quite worried today, as suppressing the Medicine King Valley with his own strength alone would ultimately be difficult. Now, before he had even made a move, the Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley was showing weakness. This meant they had victory within their grasp.
"Elder, should we make a move!" Han Bing asked. "Completely eliminate the Medicine King Valley!"
"We shall observe the situation. If the enemy does not move, we do not move!" the Fourth Elder stated. "The experts of the Medicine King Valley still have other uses!"
Han Bing nodded slightly, not daring to say more. How the elders made their calculations was not something they could influence.
The Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley exchanged several blows with Lu Fan, and blood instantly trickled from his lips, his face turning pale, causing great alarm among the disciples of the Medicine King Valley.
Throughout the Medicine King Valley, the Valley Master was the core figure. If even he was no match for Lu Fan, the entire Medicine King Valley would likely be annihilated in an instant.
"How is this possible!"
Xia Handong exclaimed, his face filled with disbelief. He knew the strength of the Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley intimately. He remembered that last time at Bibo Pool, Lu Fan had not possessed such formidable strength, but now he was completely different.
"Nothing is impossible!" the Fourth Elder narrowed his eyes. "He is the future of our Dragon Kingdom and will carry its burden in the years to come!"
"Even if he possesses extraordinary talent, he could never improve so quickly!" the Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley said coldly. "Unless he entered the Dragon Spring!"
"The Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley is indeed knowledgeable, even knowing of the Dragon Spring!" the Fourth Elder smiled slightly. "The Dragon Spring possesses endless spiritual energy, capable of allowing martial arts experts to advance further. He is the chosen one of our Dragon Kingdom, so it is only natural he would enter the Dragon Spring!"
Long Aotian and the others were shocked and filled with disbelief. The Dragon Spring was the Life Spring of the Dragon Kingdom, and even many elders had few opportunities to enter it. To think that Lu Fan possessed such an opportunity was astonishing.
Han Bing stood to the side, his expression indifferent. He had long suspected Lu Fan's entry into the Dragon Spring, as he was the one who had brought Lu Fan into the Dragon Kingdom's headquarters, and he knew some of the secrets involved.
"Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley, judging by your panting, you are likely no match for me!" Lu Fan shrugged. "If the battle continues, you will surely be injured by me. Apart from you, no one else in the Medicine King Valley can bear the burden. Do you truly wish to watch the Medicine King Valley be destroyed?"
"I truly never imagined that at such a young age, you would possess such fortune!" the Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley smiled. "Indeed, I am no match for you. If we were to continue fighting, there would be no point. The Medicine King Valley is willing to dispatch thirty Grandmasters and three Battle Spirit level powerhouses!"
"It would have been better if you had agreed earlier, why the need for such a large display!" Lu Fan nodded with satisfaction. With this, an additional thirty Grandmasters would be a considerable fighting force, not to mention the three Battle Spirit powerhouses.
"Valley Master!" Xia Handong's face turned ashen. "How can this matter be allowed to proceed as they wish!"
"Their strength is formidable, how can I possibly resist!" the Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley said coldly. "At this juncture, we can only comply with their demands!"
Xia Handong was filled with dissatisfaction but was utterly helpless. In the face of such overwhelming power, they could only compromise, as this was the true display of strength.
"Since the Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley has agreed, then dispatch thirty Grandmasters to accompany me!" Lu Fan said coldly. "With the three enemy nations attacking, the pressure on the Outer Realm battlefield is immense. This time, I will lead the team personally!"
The Valley Master of the Medicine King Valley said no more, directly dispatching the three Battle Spirits and thirty Grandmasters. "This time, when you go to the unexpected battlefield, protect yourselves well, obey Mr. Lu's arrangements. If anyone disobeys, they will be severely punished upon their return to the Medicine King Valley!"
The many experts of the Medicine King Valley nodded in agreement, showing no further disrespect towards Lu Fan, their expressions serious. They were well aware of Lu Fan's powerful strength, and following him would undoubtedly lead to achievements.
After leaving the Medicine King Valley, the Fourth Elder looked at Lu Fan. "Allow me to lead the team personally! The situation on the Outer Realm battlefield is chaotic, and you are unfamiliar with the locations of the outposts. Let me go personally, and you remain in the Dragon Kingdom to hold the fort!"
"How can that be allowed? The Fourth Elder is the soul of the Dragon Kingdom. If anything were to happen on the Outer Realm battlefield, it would cause endless turmoil!" Lu Fan stated directly. "Allow me to go this time!"
"You bear a great responsibility and will have greater use in the future!" the Fourth Elder said directly. "If anything happens to you, it would be a loss for the Dragon Kingdom!"