"We congratulate the King of the Northwest on his appointment!"
Many city lords raised their wine cups and approached Lu Fan. They appeared to be extremely respectful, as they would now be under Lu Fan's command and dared not offend him easily.
Especially since Lu Fan, upon his recent appointment, had already dispatched people to deal with the Lord of Dragon City, which made them quite wary and even apprehensive.
"You are all ministers of the Northwest, there's no need for such formality!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "I have been appointed as the King of the Northwest with the intention of governing this land with greater order. If you have any difficulties, you may also voice them!"
"Your Majesty, our Northwest region is also a harsh and cold land. However, recently, some sects in the Northwest have shown utter disregard for the law and even ignore us."
The Lord of Cloud City cupped his fists and said, "If Your Majesty could intervene, this matter would surely be resolved with ease."
"The entire Northwest is under the jurisdiction of the Heavenly Court Dynasty. Are there still sects that refuse to be governed? Daring to oppose the various city lords?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, his gaze becoming even sharper.
"Your Majesty may not know!"
The Lord of Cloud City said solemnly, "There was no King of the Northwest before, so many sects did not take the various city lords seriously. They even committed massacres, and we city lords were powerless to intervene!"
"That's right, the most arrogant among them is the Flame Sect!"
The Lord of West City spoke up, his eyes filled with seriousness, as if this matter was of great importance to him.
"The Flame Sect?"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "What are their crimes? You can list them one by one. I would like to see what capabilities the Flame Sect possesses to dare to oppose the Heavenly Court Dynasty!"
"The Flame Sect extorts the people's wealth and resources everywhere, and even bullies the city lords. They are truly exceedingly arrogant!" The Lord of West City stated directly. "We have endured in silence all these years, not daring to be too presumptuous, because our strength is insufficient to contend with the Flame Sect!"
"Steward Zhao, have you heard of the Flame Sect?" Lu Fan looked towards Steward Zhao, as he still harbored some doubts about the city lords' one-sided accounts.
"I have indeed heard of them, but I have not personally investigated the various crimes of the Flame Sect, nor have the city lords ever reported them!" Steward Zhao said helplessly. "The reason for this is likely because the King of the Northwest was absent, which is why the city lords did not report it!"
"What is the specific strength of the Flame Sect?" Lu Fan asked again. Within his jurisdiction, he would not tolerate anyone disregarding the law, especially various sects, who must behave themselves, otherwise, he would not let it go.
"The Flame Sect has at least seven experts at the Martial Emperor level!"
After a moment of hesitation, the Lord of Cloud City cupped his fists and said, "This is also why we dare not take action against the Flame Sect. Such powerful experts are not something we can deal with."
"Seven experts at the Five Emperor level?" Lu Fan let out a cold laugh. "This is easily dealt with. Gather the various city lords, and we will head to the Flame Sect today. If they are truly as you say, I will not show them any leniency."
The city lords nodded one after another, their faces showing joy. With Lu Fan's words, it was naturally for the best. After all, this way, they would not have to worry too much. If the Flame Sect could be eradicated, it would also prevent many unnecessary troubles.
After everyone had drunk their fill, they all stood up, their eyes carrying a stream of light. Since Lu Fan had already given the order, this was naturally a great joy for them.
Not long after, Lu Fan, along with the various city lords, left the Northwest King City and headed towards the direction of the Flame Sect, without any delay.
Cloud City, located in the eastern part of the Northwest, was the largest city in the Northwest, with a vast population and countless cultivators. Near Cloud City was the territory of the Flame Sect.
Because the Flame Sect had always been overbearing and possessed numerous sect experts, they had become an object of admiration. Everyone wanted to join the Flame Sect and become a disciple.
And today was the day the Flame Sect recruited disciples, so outside the Flame Sect, there were crowds of people, dense and spread out.
"I never expected that a small sect, just by recruiting disciples, could cause such a stir!"
The Lord of West City smiled faintly. "It seems that Cloud City has not had an easy time, and has likely been suppressed all these years!"
"This is a helpless situation!" The Lord of Cloud City said with a wry smile. "If not for the formidable strength of the Flame Sect, Cloud City would not be like this. In recent years, we have been bullied by the Flame Sect, and it has been truly stifling!"
Lu Fan paid no mind, but his gaze turned towards the Flame Sect. He noticed that within the Flame Sect, there were extremely terrifying auras, each one extraordinary and not belonging to ordinary people.
"It seems that this Flame Sect is indeed not to be trifled with!" Lu Fan stated. "Once a conflict arises, everyone must act cautiously and not fall into the Flame Sect's trap!"
Not long after, Lu Fan and the others descended from the sky and arrived before the gates of the Flame Sect, appearing imposing.
"Who are you, and why have you come to our Flame Sect?"
Several men stepped forward, their gazes fixed on Lu Fan and the others, carrying a cold glint. The imposing aura surrounding Lu Fan and the others made them somewhat puzzled.
"This is the King of the Northwest!"
The Lord of Cloud City said coldly, "Where is the Sect Master of the Flame Sect!"
Upon hearing these words, the brows of several disciples furrowed. They glanced at Lu Fan before hurrying off to report, not daring to delay in the slightest.
The person before them was the King of the Northwest, and they naturally dared not be negligent.
At the same time, outside the Flame Sect, many people were watching, wondering what was happening. They were all here to participate in the disciple assessment. Passing the assessment would allow them to become disciples of the Flame Sect, which was an unparalleled honor for them.
Not long after, several figures strode out from within the Flame Sect, appearing imposing. These elders were all elders of the Flame Sect.
"City lords, why have you come to our Flame Sect?"
Frowning slightly, several elders spoke, their words carrying dissatisfaction. This was their Flame Sect's territory, and they naturally would not be negligent.
"The Flame Sect has shown utter disregard for the law, and its committed crimes have all been recorded!"
With a cold glint in his eyes, the Lord of Cloud City said coldly, his gaze fixed on several elders, carrying a commanding aura.
Upon hearing this, the expressions of everyone changed instantly. They clearly had not expected the King of the Northwest to come to the Flame Sect, and moreover, to bring numerous city lords with him, seemingly to cause trouble. If this were truly the case, then there would be a good show to watch.