At the same time, everyone's expressions were solemn. They naturally paid close attention to this matter. Within the entire Northwest Royal City, many people were observing, feeling a sense of shock.
Even across the entire Northwest region, in numerous cities, many cast surprised glances, wondering what had happened to trigger such a terrifying lightning tribulation, leaving them somewhat stunned.
After three days and three nights of continuous struggle, Lu Fan had fallen into a coma several times, appearing extremely weak. He never imagined that the Martial Emperor lightning tribulation would persist for so long, lingering without dissipating, leaving him feeling helpless.
"Three full days!"
Liu Ruyan stood by, her gaze distant. This was also an ordeal for her. Watching Lu Fan being tormented by the lightning tribulation, she could do nothing.
Lu Fan was in a coma within the sea of lightning. The tribulation continued to assault his body without any sign of retreat, carrying an air of supreme divine might that instilled fear in their hearts.
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, which was what the Lord of Dragon City worried about 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 waiting for a long time, Lu Fan finally lay weakly on the ground. The surrounding lightning power began to dissipate, as if Lu Fan had weathered the tribulation.
Seeing this, Liu Ruyan quickly moved forward to protect him, fearing that something might happen to Lu Fan. The might of the three-day lightning tribulation 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, and this is our best opportunity!"
"The woman next to him is a Martial Emperor. If we act rashly, it won't be a good strategy!" The Lord of Dragon City shook his head. He always acted cautiously and was unwilling to expose himself.
Steward Wu stood there, filled with helplessness. After being told this by the Lord of Dragon City, he could only reluctantly agree.
"Since this brat has survived this tribulation, we'll have to settle it another time!"
The Lord of Dragon City narrowed his eyes, then turned to leave, filled with great dissatisfaction but with no other recourse. With things having reached this point, he was at a loss.
Meanwhile, within Dragon City, Old Bai had arrived early. He was enjoying the delicacies within the City Lord's mansion, appearing completely unconcerned.
"Why are you only arriving now?"
Looking at the figure of the Lord of Dragon City, Old Bai asked, feeling somewhat displeased. He had been waiting here for three days, and he wondered where the Lord of Dragon City had been all this time.
"You've come to my City Lord's mansion. What is the purpose of your visit?" The Lord of Dragon City narrowed his eyes.
"Look at what you're saying. Of course, I'm here to claim my reward!" Old Bai stated directly. "I've handled the matter you entrusted to me, and that brat has met his demise. Therefore, our agreement should hold, right?"
Steward Wu was slightly startled and was about to say something when the Lord of Dragon City stopped him.
"Old Bai, you are indeed formidable. I didn't expect you to accomplish it so easily!"
The Lord of Dragon City smiled. "Rest assured, everything I promised you has been prepared. Furthermore, I've prepared a celebratory banquet for you at my City Lord's mansion!"
"The Lord of Dragon City is too kind!" Old Bai smiled slightly, appearing quite satisfied.
Upon entering the hall, the Lord of Dragon City ordered someone to prepare the banquet. He then accompanied Old Bai, chatting casually as if he had nothing else to do.
After a short while, the banquet was ready. The Lord of Dragon City had Old Bai drink three cups before he revealed a smile. "Old Bai, we have some rapport. You've done your job to this extent, isn't that a bit too much?"
"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've 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 really didn't expect you to be tracking me in secret!"
Old Bai said angrily, "This means you don't trust me at all. If that's the case, why did you ask me to go?"
"It's not that I don't trust you, it's just that I feared any unforeseen circumstances!" The Lord of Dragon City smiled. "I originally intended to hold a celebratory banquet for you after you killed that person, and then give you a swift death. Unfortunately, I didn't expect you to be so useless!"
"How dare you speak to me like that!" Old Bai suddenly stood up, his anger rising.
But at that very moment, blood oozed from the corner of his mouth, his face instantly turned ashen, and his body swayed unsteadily, as if he had been poisoned.
"You are truly naive. Since I dare to say these things, I am naturally prepared!" The Lord of Dragon City said coldly, "You are incompetent and only cause trouble. There is no point in keeping you around!"
"You... you actually poisoned me!" Old Bai pointed accusingly, his heart filled with rage. He never imagined that the Lord of Dragon City would be so malicious.
"You didn't handle the matter properly and still expect a reward. You are truly thoughtful!" The Lord of Dragon City sneered. "People like you deserve this!"
Old Bai's face changed dramatically. Just as he was about to forcefully act, he discovered that his spiritual power within his body was completely unresponsive. In the blink of an eye, he collapsed beside the table, appearing unconscious.
"City Lord, what should we do with this corpse?" Steward Wu asked.
"Dispose of it directly!"
The Lord of Dragon City said coldly, "This 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 nodded quickly, not daring to delay. Since the Lord of Dragon City had spoken, he naturally had to handle it properly.
Meanwhile, outside the Northwest Royal City, Liu Ruyan carried Lu Fan into the Northwest City and found a random inn to rest.
Lu Fan was still in a coma. It was clearly inappropriate to go to the Northwest Royal Mansion as he had not yet taken over. What puzzled him was that Ling'er, holding the Northwest Royal Token, had entered the Northwest Royal City and then disappeared without a trace, leaving him somewhat confused.
Several days later, Lu Fan suddenly opened his eyes. He felt spiritual energy surging throughout his body, appearing incredibly powerful, a hundred times stronger than his previous physique, which filled him with joy.
"You're finally awake. I thought you wouldn't wake up!"
Liu Ruyan walked over. "But congratulations, you have become a Martial Emperor-level expert!"