"Hall Master!"
The experts of the Heaven and Earth Hall cupped their fists, their anger ignited by Lu Fan's earlier actions.
The Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall, however, said nothing more. He looked towards Lu Fan and said, "If I'm not mistaken, you are the Sect Master of Qingyun, the Guardian God of Dragon Country!"
"I dare not accept such praise!"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "The ancient tomb in the Outer Realm Battlefield belongs to the various great nations, not to the Vast Sky Nation. The actions of the Heaven and Earth Hall are likely to cause public outrage!"
"Lord Lu is joking. Since ancient times, the strong have always come first."
The Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall smiled. "Dragon Country and Vast Sky Nation are not on good terms, but this does not mean that the Heaven and Earth Hall and Qingyun Sect are not. I hope Lord Lu can understand that there are many things within this ancient tomb of the strong. How about we split the spoils fifty-fifty? What do you say?"
The surrounding experts had grim expressions. According to the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall, no matter what happened, they would get nothing.
"I have already stated that the ancient tomb in the Outer Realm Battlefield rightfully belongs to the various great nations. If anyone intends to occupy it alone, Qingyun Sect will never agree!" Lu Fan's expression was icy.
He already harbored dissatisfaction towards the people of the Vast Sky Nation, so how could he comply with their wishes?
"Lord Lu, you are well aware of the strength of the Heaven and Earth Hall!" the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall said with a smile. "If you insist on pushing things to such an extreme, the people of the Heaven and Earth Hall will not agree!"
"Since that is the case, let us fight!"
Lu Fan's expression was indifferent. Facing the people of the Vast Sky Nation, Lu Fan would not show any courtesy.
The other factions also showed delight. With Lu Fan's show of strength, it seemed there would be an exciting spectacle.
"Today's matter has nothing to do with anyone else!" the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall said coldly. "I hope everyone will not interfere."
"You can't say that. Lord Lu is opposing the Heaven and Earth Hall for the benefit of everyone. If a fight truly breaks out, the Hundred Flowers Family will not stand idly by!" Bai Hua Liuyun spoke up.
Many other factions also nodded. Although they feared the Heaven and Earth Hall, with Lu Fan's backing, they were no longer afraid.
The Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall's face instantly turned ashen. He had not expected Lu Fan to possess such deterrence, even uniting everyone.
"Do not forget how strong the Vast Sky Nation is, and the consequences of offending it!" the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall said coldly.
"Even if the Vast Sky Nation is powerful, what does it matter?" Lu Fan said coldly. "The ancient tomb in the Outer Realm Battlefield does not belong to the Heaven and Earth Hall alone!"
The Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall was enraged. His aura surged, pressing down on everyone. As an Emperor Realm expert, he would not tolerate repeated provocations.
"We are all here for the treasures within the ancient tomb. Why should we harm our harmony!"
Long Yi spoke up. "Why don't we all enter together? Whatever we obtain then will be a matter of destiny!"
The Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall stood aside. He knew very well that if a fight truly broke out, the Heaven and Earth Hall might not be able to resist. However, if he did not act to deter them, it would be a complete loss of face for the Heaven and Earth Hall.
Thinking of this, the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall did not hesitate. He lunged towards Lu Fan, his eyes filled with cold light.
Since Lu Fan had not given him face, he would not let Lu Fan have an easy time. As an Emperor Realm expert, he was not someone to be trifled with.
Sensing the sharp gust of wind, Lu Fan leaped forward, meeting the attack with a palm strike. Although he had not yet reached the Battle Emperor realm, his overall strength was not inferior to that of a Battle Emperor, so he was naturally fearless.
The battle was imminent. Everyone's weapons were drawn. The Heaven and Earth Hall had numerous experts, but with the convergence of experts from various nations, they might not be able to be shaken.
They knew very well that only by uniting could they resist the Heaven and Earth Hall and thus enter the ancient tomb.
Boom…
A massive collision sound echoed. The two figures were sent flying. Blood trickled from the corner of the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall's mouth, and Lu Fan's face turned pale. In a head-on confrontation, he would not fear anyone.
"I never expected that Dragon Country would hide a Battle Emperor expert!" the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall said with a dark expression.
"I am not a Battle Emperor, so please do not speak carelessly! If this were to spread, wouldn't it ruin my reputation!" Lu Fan shrugged.
"I am an old man who is a Battle Emperor expert. You were able to repel me without sustaining any injuries, so how could you be below the Battle Emperor realm!" the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall said coldly. "I truly did not expect you to be so deeply hidden!"
"You flatter me!"
Lu Fan waved his hand. "It's useless to say those things now. You just need to tell me whether the Heaven and Earth Hall intends to fight for the ancient tomb alone, or to withdraw on your own accord?"
"You will regret today's events!"
After issuing a threat, the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall led the members of the Heaven and Earth Hall away. His eyes turned grim, filled with great dissatisfaction. They had come to the Outer Realm Battlefield with great fanfare, intending to seize the treasures within the ancient tomb, but they were repelled by Lu Fan, causing the Heaven and Earth Hall to lose face.
Not far from the ancient tomb, a man said, "Hall Master, are we just going to leave like this? That brat has gone too far, ruining the reputation of the Heaven and Earth Hall. If he is here, it will be difficult for the Heaven and Earth Hall to command respect in the future!"
"His strength is not weak; he has reached the Battle Emperor realm!" the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall frowned. "Even if I wanted to heavily injure him, it would be difficult to do so!"
The members of the Heaven and Earth Hall were somewhat helpless and did not know what to do. Their trip to the Outer Realm Battlefield had ended in failure.
Outside the ancient tomb, many factions looked at Lu Fan but did not dare to step into the ancient tomb. Lu Fan's strength was not inferior to the Hall Master of the Heaven and Earth Hall, and they did not have the courage to do so.
"Everyone, there is no need to be like this. I will not restrict you!"
Lu Fan said, "Everything in the Outer Realm Battlefield belongs to the various great nations, so the treasures within the ancient tomb will go to those who are capable!"
"Thank you, Lord Lu!"
The various factions nodded, feeling grateful for Lu Fan's words. It was rare to find someone as open-minded as Lu Fan.
In an instant, everyone swarmed in, heading towards the ancient tomb.
Long Yi shook his head. "You've played the good Samaritan. Now the treasures within the ancient tomb will be snatched away by others!"
"The ancient tomb is part of the Outer Realm Battlefield. If one can obtain treasures, it is their personal fortune!" Lu Fan shrugged. "Let's hurry inside as well!"
After saying that, Lu Fan entered the ancient tomb. Inside, there were many passages, some of which were heavily guarded by mechanisms. If one was not careful, they could lose their life on the spot.
"Xiao Ke, stay with me. I'll protect you!"
Lu Fan held Lin Ke's hand, remaining highly vigilant. He knew very well that the ancient tomb was fraught with danger, and Lin Ke was not a martial artist. If anything were to happen, her life would be in peril.
Lu Fan had not wanted Lin Ke to come, but she insisted, and he could not refuse.
"Xiao Fan, you don't need to worry!" Lin Ke said. "I'll be fine!"
Seeing Lin Ke's confidence, Lu Fan did not know how to respond and could only nod silently.
At this moment, screams could be heard from time to time within the ancient tomb, sounding somewhat eerie. The ancient tomb was indeed full of peril, not as everyone had imagined.