Shangguan Shenjun remained unmoved by the kneeling crowd, his eyes holding a cold glint. "This scoundrel is far too arrogant. If I don't teach him a lesson, he'll truly believe I, Shangguan Shenjun, am easily bullied!"
"Shangguan Shenjun, what do you plan to do next?" the people beside him asked, their expressions grave. They knew full well that this matter was no trivial affair and could trigger endless repercussions if handled improperly.
"Gather the many powerful figures of the Divine Race, and surround and attack Lu Fan!" Shangguan Shenjun declared coldly. "I refuse to believe that he, single-handedly, can stand against the entire Divine Race!"
"He is now also a Shenjun, a member of our Divine Race. If we truly do this, it will be a disaster of extinction for our Divine Race!" an old Celestial God interjected, his tone carrying a plea for caution.
But in that instant, Shangguan Shenjun suddenly unleashed a streak of light, directly slaying the old Celestial God. The other Celestial Gods present were stunned by this action, never expecting Shangguan Shenjun to be so resolute. This old Celestial God was from the Heavenly Pavilion and possessed formidable strength; to be treated in such a manner was shocking to all.
"If anyone dares to speak such words in the future, I will show no mercy!" Shangguan Shenjun stated with icy resolve, his gaze sweeping over the assembled crowd without any attempt to conceal his intent. His words startled everyone, who could not fathom Shangguan Shenjun's mindset.
"We respectfully obey the Shenjun's decree!" the crowd responded, cupping their fists, their expressions solemn. At this juncture, they dared not act rashly. Shangguan Shenjun said no more, turning and leaving directly. He paid no mind to the old man's death, believing the elder deserved it.
Concurrently, everyone could distinctly sense that Shangguan Shenjun was unlike his usual self. After the severe blow he had suffered today, his entire demeanor had changed drastically.
"What shall we do now? With Shangguan Shenjun in this state, how can he lead the Divine Race?"
"If possible, perhaps another Shenjun could take his place!"
"You mustn't speak such words carelessly. If Shangguan Shenjun hears you, we will lose our lives!" Whispers and discussions arose, with everyone murmuring amongst themselves. They understood that some actions were permissible, while others were not. The situation had reached a point beyond their control, and a single misstep could indeed lead to immense turmoil. Hearing these words, everyone nodded in agreement, greatly concerned by the implications. They too understood the boundaries of what could and could not be done, and that the current circumstances were beyond their influence.
After leaving the Divine Race, Lu Fan proceeded directly to Bei Yuan. However, at this very moment, many powerful figures from the Divine Race were gathered. Shangguan Shenjun, in his determination to kill Lu Fan, was preparing to mobilize the entire clan. The news of this plan caused quite a stir amongst many. It was widely known that if all the powerful experts within the Divine Race were to converge on Lu Fan, it would unleash a force of terrifying magnitude, making the situation incredibly perilous. Shangguan Shenjun, however, remained indifferent, paying no heed to the concerns of others, as if everything was well within his grasp.
Not long after, everyone could clearly feel a colossal aura descending, pressing down and moving towards Bei Yuan. Shangguan Shenjun's eyes were cold as he addressed the assembled Celestial Gods. "Someone has trespassed into my Heavenly Pavilion and injured me. As members of the Divine Race, you must apprehend this scoundrel and uphold the might of our Divine Race!"
The various Celestial Gods exchanged glances, saying nothing further. They were privy to the actual details of the situation. However, as Shangguan Shenjun was their supreme commander, they could only obey his orders.
"Shenjun, that Lu Fan is exceptionally powerful. Even if we attack him together, we may not be able to do much to him!" the Celestial Gods stated, cupping their fists. "We implore Shangguan Shenjun to reconsider!"
Shangguan Shenjun's expression darkened at these words. He had not anticipated such direct defiance. Considering he was currently the highest leader of the Divine Race, these individuals daring to speak to him in such a manner was tantamount to rebellion.
"You, as people of my Divine Race, are boosting the morale of others and dampening our own spirit!" Shangguan Shenjun's voice was chilling. "Is this not going too far?"
"We are merely speaking the truth. We implore Shangguan Shenjun to withdraw the troops to avoid further conflict!"
"We implore Shangguan Shenjun to withdraw the troops!" The Celestial Gods bowed, appearing indignant. Lu Fan was also a Shenjun of the Divine Race. If their forces were to be used to eliminate their own kin, they naturally would not agree, even if Shangguan Shenjun himself issued the command.
"Are you rebelling? How dare you defy my orders!" Shangguan Shenjun's eyes flashed with a cold light, his voice laced with anger. How could he accept the situation unfolding like this? The multitude of Celestial Gods exchanged glances for a moment, but remained silent, their expressions placid. To use their strength to fight against the Divine Race's own power was something they absolutely could not agree to, even if Shangguan Shenjun personally ordered it.
"Very well! You have truly infuriated me!" Shangguan Shenjun bellowed in rage. With a single hand, he struck out, killing two powerful individuals, his demeanor utterly arrogant. Witnessing this scene, many were instantly thrown into a panic, clearly not expecting Shangguan Shenjun to act so decisively and without reservation.
Simultaneously, the expressions of the crowd turned somber, as they could not comprehend how things had escalated to this point, leaving them filled with trepidation. "If you disobey my orders, this is your fate!" Shangguan Shenjun's voice echoed, carrying a chilling tone. The Celestial Gods present felt a shiver run down their spines, daring not to speak further. Shangguan Shenjun's actions had clearly alienated everyone; they would likely feign compliance while inwardly disregarding his commands. To become the supreme leader of the Divine Race required sufficient mettle, but judging by Shangguan Shenjun's current state, he was undoubtedly unqualified.
Meanwhile, before Lu Fan could return to the Fox Clan's territory, he spotted dozens of figures on the lands of the Fox Clan. They exuded an imposing aura, with the distinct presence of Dragon Clan energy surrounding them. "It's the Divine Dragon Clan!" Lu Fan frowned slightly, his mood shifting as he transformed into a streak of light and rushed towards the Fox Clan. Inside the Fox Clan, everyone had already been captured by the Divine Dragon Clan, appearing humble and disheveled, with no opportunity to escape.
"Lord Jiao Long, we have completed the count. all members of the Fox Clan are here!" a man reported. Jiao Long nodded slightly. "The Divine Fox Clan dared to annihilate the Tiger Clan; their audacity is beyond measure. This time, we will bring them back to the Divine Dragon Clan and teach them a lesson they won't forget. Otherwise, outsiders will truly believe that the Divine Dragon Clan is easygoing and not to be taken seriously!"