The elders looked troubled. They did not wish to fight, but many elders in the Northern Pole tribe were not in agreement, and this matter might not be easily settled.
“Lord Lu truly has a commanding presence!”
The patriarch of the Northern Pole tribe sneered, “This is the Ten Thousand Mountains, right at the doorstep of my Northern Pole tribe.”
“It seems the patriarch of the Northern Pole tribe intends to fight?” Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. “If that is the case, why bother with peace talks? We might as well strike directly and see who is tougher!”
The patriarch of the Northern Pole tribe’s expression turned grim. It wasn’t that he didn’t want to fight, but if they were to engage in battle, it would harm the true fighting strength of the Northern Pole tribe. This was not a good thing for the Northern Pole tribe.
Lu Fan had a hundred Grandmasters at his command. While the Northern Pole tribe, in alliance with other major tribes, could resist, the cost would be immense, and it was not something a single tribe could bear.
“Patriarch, why not release the person!”
An elder spoke, “The Holy Blood tribe only has him left. He cannot stir up much trouble. Why must we clash blades with Lord Lu!”
“Indeed, peace is paramount in all matters!” another elder advised.
They knew very well that if a war were to break out, it would be a devastating blow to the Northern Pole tribe.
“Everyone, do not forget that Lord Lu of Jiangnan killed an elder of the Northern Pole tribe!”
Another elder spoke coldly, “And now he is acting arrogantly in the Northern Pole tribe. If we compromise today, will the Northern Pole tribe have a tomorrow?”
“Exactly, we will not compromise on today’s matter! If they want to fight, let’s fight!”
Many elders spoke, exuding a powerful aura. “The other major tribes will arrive soon. When they do, I’d like to see how powerful the people of Qingyun Sect are to dare intrude into the Ten Thousand Mountains!”
The patriarch of the Northern Pole tribe instantly gained confidence. With the addition of the other major tribes, their combat power would soar, surely deterring Lu Fan. At that time, the Northern Pole tribe would not have to yield.
“Since that is the case, then let us fight!”
Lu Fan’s expression was cold. “In no long time, the Northern Pole tribe will be razed to the ground!”
“My Ten Thousand Mountains tribes are numerous. If you truly wish to fight, you will be making enemies of many tribes,” the Northern Pole tribe spoke coldly. “I hope Lord Lu thinks carefully.”
“There is no room for negotiation on this matter!”
Lu Fan flicked his sleeve and left, his expression even colder. If the Northern Pole tribe wanted to fight, he would not be merciful.
The destruction of the Holy Blood tribe years ago was the doing of the Northern Pole tribe. If he were to annihilate the Northern Pole tribe today, it would be a form of justice for Lin Xiaojia.
Seeing Lu Fan leave, the patriarch of the Northern Pole tribe’s face darkened. He never expected Lu Fan to be so resolute, leaving no room for negotiation.
“Patriarch, rest assured, the experts from other tribes will arrive soon,” an elder said. “Then we’ll see if he dares to make a move!”
“With a hundred Grandmasters from Qingyun Sect and Lord Lu, how could he possibly give up?” another elder stated. “This matter should have been settled through negotiation, which would be beneficial to the tribe. Now that things have escalated to this point, it may not be a good thing for the Northern Pole tribe.”
“Enough!”
The patriarch of the Northern Pole tribe spoke coldly, “The fellow named Lu is so arrogant. So what if he has a hundred Grandmasters! If he truly dares to attack, the Northern Pole tribe will surely shatter him!”
“Fight!”
“Fight!”
“Fight!”
The people of the Northern Pole tribe shouted, their eyes filled with fighting spirit.
Within the Ten Thousand Mountains, everyone was extremely warlike, especially the major tribes. The arrival of numerous Grandmasters from Qingyun Sect was like an ultimatum, a show of force they could not tolerate.
Several elders frowned. Although the Northern Pole tribe was powerful, it only had a few dozen Grandmasters. If the entire tribe’s strength suffered even a slight setback, it would be a huge loss for the Northern Pole tribe.
They saw this very clearly, otherwise, they would not have been so concerned.
The numerous experts from Qingyun Sect, hearing the battle cries, felt their hearts stir. Qingyun Sect had many Grandmasters but had never been in conflict with anyone.
Now that the Northern Pole tribe wanted to fight, they could not be more eager.
In the past hundred years, there had likely been no large-scale battles involving a hundred Grandmasters within the Dragon Country. Such a magnificent scene was somewhat anticipated.
“Lord, they refuse to release the person?” Han Yunhai stepped forward.
“Qingyun Sect, all listen to my command!”
Lu Fan’s expression was cold. “One hour from now, if the Northern Pole tribe does not hand over the person, we will flatten the Northern Pole tribe!”
“Your subordinates obey!”
The numerous experts of Qingyun Sect shouted, their eyes filled with fighting spirit, even excitement.
And in the shadows of the Ten Thousand Mountains, Long Aotian and others stood, observing the situation.
“Captain, should we mediate?” Jian Ying asked. “If this escalates into a fight, it will surely be terrifying.”
“The purpose of the Dragon Group members coming here is to protect Lord Lu,” Long Aotian said. “As long as Lord Lu is safe, the Dragon Group should not intervene.”
Jian Ying wanted to say more but ultimately held back.
Shortly thereafter, two groups of people appeared in the main hall of the Northern Pole tribe. These two groups were the Purple Moon tribe and the Southern Pole tribe.
Among the many tribes, the Northern Pole tribe was like brothers with these two tribes, occupying half the territory. Now that the Northern Pole tribe was in trouble, they would not stand idly by.
“I am relieved that the two patriarchs could come,” the patriarch of the Northern Pole tribe clasped his fists and smiled at the patriarchs of the Southern Pole and Purple Moon tribes. “With the three major tribes united, let’s see if he dares to make a move!”
“There are nearly a hundred Grandmasters outside,” the patriarch of the Southern Pole tribe frowned. “Why not hand over the person and turn enemies into friends? This way, we can ensure peace!”
“Indeed,” the patriarch of the Purple Moon tribe nodded. “If this can be achieved, it would be for the best! The opponent’s strength is too great.”
“Although that is the case, Lord Lu of Jiangnan is too arrogant and does not take the Northern Pole tribe seriously,” the patriarch of the Northern Pole tribe stated directly. “How can I let him have his way!”
With these words, the two patriarchs frowned. “If that is the case, then today will be very difficult!”
“If the two of you are unwilling, the Northern Pole tribe will never force you!”
The patriarch of the Northern Pole tribe spoke earnestly, without any reservation.
“Since that is the case, we will surely share life and death with the Northern Pole tribe,” the patriarch of the Southern Pole tribe said directly. “If it weren’t for the Northern Pole tribe back then, how could there be the Southern Pole tribe!”
“The Purple Moon tribe is also willing to fight,” the patriarch of the Purple Moon tribe nodded.
In an instant, the experts of the Northern Pole tribe, like clouds, arrived outside the tribe and confronted the many experts of Qingyun Sect.
“You still refuse to hand over the person?” Lu Fan narrowed his eyes.
“Lord Lu, my Northern Pole tribe is now strong and numerous, with nearly a hundred Grandmasters,” the patriarch of the Northern Pole tribe spoke coldly. “Today, if it’s not a fight to the death, the Northern Pole tribe will accompany you to the end!”
“Since that is the case, it suits me perfectly!” Lu Fan narrowed his eyes and looked at the Southern Pole and Purple Moon tribes. “Do you two tribes also wish to be buried?”
The expressions of the two patriarchs changed. They clasped their fists simultaneously. “We have long heard of Lord Lu of Jiangnan. Seeing him today is indeed astonishing.”
“Stop with the pleasantries!”
Han Qiushui spoke coldly. “If you wish to fight, Qingyun Sect will accompany you to the end.”