The Baili family head paid no mind. Lu Fan was quite renowned on the battlefield beyond the domain, but as the head of the Baili family, he was also battle-hardened and a peak War King.
Most War Kings were insignificant before him. As for a young generation like Lu Fan, he paid him no heed.
"Brother Baili, be careful!"
The Grand Elder of Juling smiled. "Lord Lu's strength is extraordinary, far beyond what meets the eye!"
"Thank you, Elder, for the reminder. However, I too am battle-hardened. Dealing with the younger generation should be no problem!"
The Baili family head's expression was indifferent as he walked directly towards Lu Fan. The ground churned with fierce winds wherever he passed. As a peak War King, both his movement techniques and strength reached their apex.
Lu Fan gazed at the approaching figure, channeling powerful internal energy into his palm and striking directly at the Baili family head.
Even though he was a peak War King, in Lu Fan's eyes, as long as one was not an Emperor realm expert, there were no issues. In the face of absolute strength, the Baili family head would be futile.
After several exchanges, the Baili family head's brow furrowed. Only now did he understand why the Grand Elder of Juling had warned him.
Lu Fan's strength was not something the younger generation could measure.
Seeing that the Baili family head could not subdue Lu Fan within a dozen moves, the Baili family members instantly became anxious. Others might not know the Baili family head's prowess, but they certainly did.
Yet, even so, they could not suppress Lu Fan. How terrifying was Lu Fan?
Stomp, stomp, stomp!
A sound of retreating footsteps echoed. The Baili family head retreated three steps, a palm print on his chest, his face turning grim.
He could clearly sense that if Lu Fan had not held back, he would have met his end. Such immense power made him a little flustered.
"Father, are you alright!"
Baili Qianshan rushed forward. "How could this happen!"
The Baili family head ignored him and cupped his fists towards Lu Fan. "Thank you, Lord Lu, for showing mercy. Otherwise, my life would have been lost here today!"
"Patriarch Baili, you are too kind. Duels are meant to be stopped at the right moment!"
Lu Fan waved his hand. "However, this young master Baili indeed needs to be disciplined. Otherwise, he will surely bring ruin upon himself in the future!"
The Baili family head's face turned ashen. He was outmatched and could only heed Lu Fan's words.
Baili Qianshan also became more docile. His father couldn't do anything to Lu Fan, which was enough to show Lu Fan's capabilities. If Lu Fan truly wanted to deal with him, it would only take a wave of his hand.
"Our greatest enemy now is the Cang Qiong Kingdom!"
Bai Huaxue spoke. "That is our true target. If we cannot resist the Cang Qiong Kingdom, the entire nation will eventually be swallowed by them!"
"That's right!"
The Grand Elder of Juling nodded. "The common enemy should be the Cang Qiong Kingdom. It is likely that the Cang Qiong Kingdom will take action before long. At that time, your support will be needed!"
"Our Bai Hua family will not shirk our duty!" Bai Hua Liuyun smiled.
"I was presumptuous today!"
The Baili family head cupped his fists, looking somewhat embarrassed. "Should the nation require it in the future, the Baili family will also bear no responsibility!"
"Excellent!" The Grand Elder of Juling nodded. "Only by working together can we protect the nation!"
"Brother Baili, I am hosting a banquet today. Why not have a few drinks?"
Bai Hua Liuyun smiled. "As for today's events, let us consider it a misunderstanding!"
"I am outmatched. Even if the Baili family is displeased, we can only accept it!"
The Baili family head gave a wry smile. "There are other matters within the family. I shall not linger!"
With that, the Baili family head led his entourage away, looking rather dejected.
Baili Qianshan felt somewhat helpless. His primary purpose in coming to the City Lord's Mansion was to deal with Lu Fan, but he never expected the Baili family to end up in such a sorry state.
As soon as they left the City Lord's Mansion, Baili Qianshan said, "Father, is he really that powerful? Even you are not his match!"
"There is always someone better, and there is always a higher heaven!"
The Baili family head sighed. "Do not easily offend others in the future!"
Baili Qianshan's expression was grim, but he dared not say more. How could his father's words be wrong?
It was a pity that his desire to deal with Lu Fan was now impossible.
Inside the City Lord's Mansion, Lu Fan drank a few cups and then smiled. "I have offended the Baili family of the Juling Kingdom shortly after arriving in the Juling Kingdom. I hope the elders will forgive me!"
"Lord Lu need not be so polite!"
The Grand Elder of Juling waved his hand. "Baili Qianshan has always been arrogant, relying on the Baili family's influence in Juling City. It is beneficial to the Baili family to have him disciplined!"
"Indeed, Baili Qianshan has a flawed character and is in need of guidance!"
The other elders chimed in, not taking the matter to heart.
"With the elders speaking thus, I am relieved!" Lu Fan nodded slightly.
"Lord Lu, now that the alliance with the Juling Kingdom is successful, will you be traveling to other kingdoms?" the Juling City Lord suddenly asked.
"Naturally, I will!"
Lu Fan nodded solemnly. "Resisting the Cang Qiong Kingdom is not that simple. Relying on just two kingdoms may not be enough to suppress them!"
"That is excellent!"
The Grand Elder of Juling nodded. "This is a time of turmoil. If there is an alliance of nations, there will be no need to worry about other matters!"
The banquet continued late into the night before dispersing.
The next day, Lu Fan led his group away from the Juling Kingdom, heading towards other kingdoms. His mission was of great importance, and he dared not delay.
Not long after, the news of the Juling Kingdom agreeing to the alliance reached the Dragon Kingdom headquarters.
"The Juling Kingdom's national fortune is not weak. Being able to form an alliance with them to resist the Cang Qiong Kingdom gives us another glimmer of hope!" the Ninth Elder said solemnly.
"Indeed!"
The Fourth Elder nodded slightly. "Young Lu has not disappointed us!"
"We must reward him handsomely when he returns!" the Seventh Elder smiled.
Meanwhile, at the Jiangjing Longting in the capital, Lin Ke, after finishing her paperwork, returned to her room, feeling quite exhausted.
In the living room downstairs, several men were present, including an elder.
"Elder Ziyue, why were you not assigned to accompany the Master on this journey?"
A man said indignantly, "Instead, we are assigned here as guards. Isn't this a waste of talent!"
The elder at the head opened his eyes. "Do not complain. The matters arranged by the Master are not to be questioned by others!"
The man looked slightly embarrassed but dared not say more. Su Dan Novel Network
"We are disciples of the Qingyun Sect, and we must obey the Master's commands!"
Elder Ziyue continued, "Miss Lin is the Master's wife. If anything were to happen to her, how could the Master be at ease!"
"While that may be true, Elder, your strength within the Qingyun Sect, aside from the Master, is likely the strongest!"
The man's expression was serious. "However, the Master does not seem to value you highly!"
"If I hear such words again, this old man will not let you off!"
Ziyue suddenly stood up and looked at the man, a palpable aura of pressure emanating from him.
Sensing the terrifying aura, the man's face turned instantly pale. This was the aura of a War Spirit, something he could not resist.
"I know my mistake!"