At the same time, everyone's expressions grew solemn. They were naturally extremely concerned about this matter. In the entire Northwest Royal City, many people watched with shock in their hearts.
Even across the vast Northwest region, in numerous cities, many cast surprised glances, wondering what had happened to elicit such a terrifying lightning tribulation, leaving them aghast.
After three days and three nights of continuous struggle, Lu Fan had fallen into a coma several times, appearing incredibly weak. He had never imagined that this Martial Emperor lightning tribulation would persist for so long, lingering without dissipating, filling him with helplessness.
"Three full days!"
Liu Ruyan stood by, her eyes distant. This was also a form of torment for her. Watching Lu Fan being continuously tormented by the lightning tribulation, she could do nothing.
Lu Fan lay in the sea of lightning, in a comatose state. The lightning tribulation continued to assault his body without any sign of retreat, carrying an aura of supreme divine power that instilled dread in everyone's hearts.
Upon witnessing this scene, the Lord of Dragon City frowned. Three days had already passed, and the divine might of the lightning tribulation was gradually weakening. Although Lu Fan was in a coma, he had not met his demise. This was what the Lord of Dragon City worried about the most.
As long as Lu Fan died, there would be no Northwest King in the Northwest region. But if Lu Fan survived, he posed a significant threat to the Lord of Dragon City.
After a long wait, Lu Fan finally collapsed weakly on the ground. The surrounding lightning power began to dissipate, indicating that Lu Fan had weathered the tribulation.
Seeing this, Liu Ruyan quickly rushed forward to protect him, fearing for his safety. The power of the lightning tribulation over these three days and three nights was truly terrifying.
"City Lord, if we act now, we can kill him directly!" Steward Wu's eyes glinted with coldness. "He has no power to resist now. This is our best opportunity!"
"The woman beside him is a Martial Emperor. If we act rashly, it's not a wise move," the Lord of Dragon City shook his head. He always acted with caution and was unwilling to expose himself.
Steward Wu stood there, filled with helplessness. Hearing the Lord of Dragon City's words, he could only mildly agree.
"Since this brat has survived this tribulation, we can only settle this later!"
The Lord of Dragon City narrowed his eyes, then turned to leave, his heart filled with great dissatisfaction but no recourse. At this juncture, he was powerless.
Meanwhile, within Dragon City, Old Bai had arrived early. He was feasting and enjoying himself in the City Lord's mansion, appearing completely unconcerned.
"Why are you only arriving now?"
Observing the Lord of Dragon City's figure, Old Bai asked, his heart filled with discontent. He had been waiting here for three days and had no idea where the Lord of Dragon City had been during this time.
"You come to my City Lord's mansion. For what purpose?" the Lord of Dragon City narrowed his eyes.
"What are you talking about? Of course, I'm here for the reward!" Old Bai stated directly. "I've completed the task you assigned me. That brat is dead, so our agreement should stand, right?"
Steward Wu was momentarily stunned and was about to step forward to speak when the Lord of Dragon City stopped him.
"Old Bai, you are indeed impressive. I didn't expect you to accomplish it so easily!"
The Lord of Dragon City smiled. "Don't worry, everything I promised you has been prepared. Furthermore, I've prepared a victory feast for you at my City Lord's mansion!"
"The Lord of Dragon City is too kind!" Old Bai smiled, appearing quite satisfied.
Upon entering the hall, the Lord of Dragon City ordered servants to prepare the banquet. He then accompanied Old Bai, engaging in idle conversation as if he had nothing else to do.
After a while, the banquet was ready. The Lord of Dragon City had Old Bai drink three cups before he smiled. "Old Bai, we have some acquaintance. For you to do your job to this extent, isn't it going too far?"
"What do you mean by that?" Old Bai shrugged. "I don't quite understand."
"That brat didn't die. Instead, he triggered a heavenly tribulation, which is why you scurried back to my City Lord's mansion!"
The Lord of Dragon City said coldly. "I believe I'm correct, aren't I?"
"You are indeed correct. I never expected you to be secretly tailing me!"
Old Bai said angrily. "This means you don't trust me at all. If that's the case, why did you send me in the first place?"
"It's not a lack of trust, but fear of the unexpected," the Lord of Dragon City smiled. "I originally intended to throw you a victory feast after you killed that person, and then let you die a quick death. Unfortunately, I didn't expect you to be so incompetent!"
"How dare you speak to me like that!" Old Bai abruptly stood up, his anger palpable.
But in that instant, blood trickled from the corner of his mouth, his face instantly turned ashen, and he swayed unsteadily, as if he had been poisoned.
"You are truly naive. Since I dare to say these words, I am naturally prepared!" the Lord of Dragon City said coldly. "You are incapable of success and only adept at failure. There is no point in keeping you alive!"
"You... you actually poisoned me!" Old Bai pointed accusingly, his heart filled with rage. He had never imagined the Lord of Dragon City to be so malicious.
"You didn't do the job well, yet you still want compensation? You are truly thoughtful," the Lord of Dragon City sneered. "People like you deserve this!"
Old Bai's face changed drastically. Just as he was about to forcefully retaliate, he found that the spiritual energy within his body was completely unresponsive. In the blink of an eye, he collapsed beside the table, seemingly unconscious.
"City Lord, what should we do with this corpse?" Steward Wu asked.
"Dispose of it immediately!"
The Lord of Dragon City said coldly. "Old Bai is also an elder of the Heavenly Dragon Sect. If the Heavenly Dragon Sect finds out, it will be detrimental to our Dragon City!"
Steward Wu quickly nodded, not daring to delay. Since the Lord of Dragon City had spoken, he had to handle it properly.
Meanwhile, outside the Northwest Royal City, Liu Ruyan carried Lu Fan on her back and arrived within the Northwest City. She found a random inn and settled down to rest.
Lu Fan was still in a coma. Going to the Northwest Royal Mansion was clearly inappropriate, as he had not yet taken over. It only confused her that Ling'er, holding the Northwest King's token, had entered the Northwest Royal City and then disappeared without a trace.
Several days later, Lu Fan suddenly opened his eyes. He felt the spiritual energy surging throughout his body, appearing incredibly powerful, his physique a hundred times stronger than before. He couldn't help but feel a surge of joy.
"You're finally awake. I thought you wouldn't wake up,"
Liu Ruyan walked over. "But congratulations, you've become a Martial Emperor level expert!"