"Protect the elders!"
Lu Fan spoke, stepping forward again. Behind him, a massive phantom appeared, a palm that seemed to cover the sky, stirring the hearts of many.
In that instant, Long Yi also unleashed his sword intent. The three figures transformed into a beam of light, surging towards Tutor Hua.
The three elders did not hesitate, joining the fray. As Battle Emperor powerhouses, they could certainly provide assistance, while the other elders could only stand at a distance.
Such a scale of powerful combat was far beyond their ability to intervene. It was at least Battle Emperor level that could command such terrifying aura.
"I truly didn't expect Lu kid's progress to be so rapid, possessing such immense combat power!"
The Seventh Elder remarked, "It's truly enviable!"
"Lu kid indeed has extraordinary talent!"
The Fourth Elder stated, "We are beyond reach, but the person before us is no ordinary individual either!"
The elders nodded in agreement, their brows furrowed. The strength displayed by Tutor Hua was clearly unusual. Should there be any misstep, lives could be lost.
Boom...
Another resounding boom echoed. Many figures retreated rapidly. Tutor Hua spat blood from the corner of his mouth, then steadied himself. "I never imagined that I, a dignified quasi-Emperor level expert, would be defeated by your hand!"
Lu Fan and the others steadied themselves, their expressions slightly improved. With the strength of the three elders added, they were significantly stronger.
In truth, the three of them fighting together were evenly matched with Tutor Hua. Now, with the addition of the three elders, they were naturally superior.
Lin Ke also steadied herself, only to find a green mark on her arm, as if bitten by something. Her face was slightly pale.
"Tutor Hua, as I said earlier, I do not wish to be your enemy!" Long Yi spoke, "Now that you cannot defeat us and have suffered heavy injuries, I advise you not to act rashly!"
"Your strength is indeed formidable, but alas, someone must perish!"
Tutor Hua laughed heartily, "When I recover and return, it will be your doom!"
With that, Tutor Hua stepped forward and soared into the distance, his expression turning cold.
Suddenly, a voice resounded through the heavens and earth: "That young girl has been poisoned by the Seven-Colored Centipede. She will die within seven days, and there is no antidote in the world. You can all wait to collect her corpse!"
As the voice faded, Lu Fan's body trembled. He looked at Lin Ke, "Xiao Ke, your arm?"
Everyone else also looked over, discovering a centipede-like mark on Lin Ke's arm. Her arm was gradually turning black, indicating the poison had spread.
"Seven-Colored Centipede!"
Long Yi's expression changed drastically, "How could this be!"
Lu Fan did not dare to delay, quickly taking Lin Ke's pulse. He found that the poison had already invaded her body, and this potent venom was something he had never encountered before.
"It's alright, I'm just a little tired. No need to worry so much!" Lin Ke waved her hand, looking innocently at them.
"The Seven-Colored Centipede is supremely Yin and Yang. If bitten, one's life is in peril!"
Long Yi explained, "This is also Tutor Hua's most vicious tactic. I actually forgot!"
As he spoke, Lin Ke could no longer hold on and fainted. The potent poison had invaded her body, and even with her Battle Emperor physique, she could not withstand such terror.
Lu Fan frowned, simultaneously taking out silver needles to seal Lin Ke's blood meridians.
"Is there a solution to the Seven-Colored Centipede's poison?"
"The Seven-Colored Centipede is supremely toxic. Anyone bitten by it has no chance of survival!"
Long Yi felt immense guilt and pain. If not for him, Lin Ke would not be in this state.
"I will go invite the National Medical Sage immediately!"
The First Elder spoke, "They will surely have a way!"
"It's useless!"
The Seventh Elder waved his hand, "Lu kid himself has peerless medical skills, and even he has no solution, I'm afraid..."
"This..."
The elders' expressions changed drastically. They knew very well how important Lin Ke was to Lu Fan. If anything were to happen, even they could not bear it.
"There must be another way!"
Lu Fan's voice was heavy, "Xiao Ke will definitely be alright!"
Long Yi stood by, his gaze filled with despair. He had come from Cang Long Academy and knew the poison of the Seven-Colored Centipede too well. Anyone poisoned by it had no chance of survival.
Lu Fan, holding Lin Ke, suddenly remembered something and spoke, "It seems I must personally go to Nine Dragon Mountain!"
"Nine Dragon Mountain?"
Long Yi looked puzzled, "Which Nine Dragon Mountain?"
"Where the old man is in seclusion. He will definitely have a way, he will definitely be able to save Xiao Ke's life!"
Lu Fan's expression was grave. His medical skills and martial arts abilities were all bestowed by his master. Having spent years on the mountain, his master was always mysterious. He was sure to have a solution.
"I'll go with you!" Long Yi's expression was solemn. As long as there was a sliver of hope, he would not give up. He knew very well what this meant.
"Esteemed elders, while I am away these few days, please try to avoid any conflict with the Cang Qiong Kingdom!"
Lu Fan held Lin Ke, "Xiao Ke is afflicted with a potent poison, and I must leave the Dragon Capital for some time!"
"Lu kid, rest assured. You don't need to worry about the Dragon Country. As long as Miss Lin is alright, that would be best!" the First Elder said repeatedly.
Lu Fan nodded solemnly, then left with Lin Ke. Long Yi followed closely behind. Lin Ke's poisoning was largely his fault, and he felt immense guilt.
Gazing at the receding figures, the elders felt a tinge of worry.
"Nine Dragon Mountain? Which Nine Dragon Mountain?" the Seventh Elder asked, "Could there be an unparalleled expert on Nine Dragon Mountain?"
"The Dragon Country is teeming with experts, and there are many hidden masters."
The Fourth Elder remarked, "Anyone who can become Lu adult's master must be well-connected and likely not an ordinary person!"
"Fourth brother is correct!"
The First Elder stated, "It's a shame I don't have the opportunity. If I did, I would love to go and see!"
"First Elder cares so much, why not follow them?" the Third Elder asked, "This opportunity is rare!"
"Human lives are at stake. Once Miss Lin's crisis is resolved, we will all go to Nine Dragon Mountain together!"
The First Elder said directly, "Regardless, if that old senior had not nurtured Lu kid, there would be no Dragon Country today!"
The elders nodded in agreement, feeling a sense of awe. They hadn't expected the First Elder to genuinely wish to visit Nine Dragon Mountain.
"Lu kid is not in the Dragon Capital, so we must not be careless!" the Third Elder said, "We just received intelligence that the Cang Qiong Kingdom is making another major move. They will likely attack the Dragon Country soon!"
The elders exchanged glances and nodded, preparing to respond, not daring to be negligent in the slightest.