"Since you've come, leaving won't be so easy!"
A cold laugh rang out. Lu Fan lightly raised his palm, injuring the members of the Sea Rakshasa, who spat blood one after another, including Ouyang Qingmu.
They were all Battle Spirit realm powerhouses. Before a Battle King, such terrifying existences were not worth mentioning, like cannon fodder.
"We are strong individuals from the Sea Nation. You occupy the Star Stronghold and intend to kill us?" Ouyang Qinghuo threatened. "If that's the case, the Sea Nation will never forgive you!"
"I hate being threatened the most!"
Lu Fan said coldly, "Do you think I dare not move against you? The moment you stepped into the Star Stronghold, your life was destined to be left here!"
The faces of the Sea Rakshasa members turned ashen. If they had known Lu Fan's strength was so formidable, they would never have acted rashly. Now that things had come to this, it was quite troublesome.
"Let's fight them to the death, at worst, we'll both perish!" Ouyang Qinghuo roared.
With Lu Fan present, they had no chance of survival. Since that was the case, they might as well fight fiercely.
However, at this moment, a strange figure appeared, instantly drawing the Sea Rakshasa members out of the Eight Trigrams Formation Disk. Wherever it went, it was fluid and natural.
"Elder Wuji!"
Ouyang Qinghuo showed joy. Elder Wuji was a powerful expert. With him personally coming, the Star Stronghold was likely in danger.
Lu Fan's brow furrowed. On the border of the Dragon Country that day, it was this masked elder who had severely injured Elder Du. Judging by his movements just now, his strength was even more terrifying.
"Lord Lu, I trust you are well!" Elder Wuji smiled. "We met on the border of the Dragon Country and didn't greet each other. I offer my salutations today!"
"Elder Wuji?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "One of the strongest among the Sea Nation's elders. Today, I shall experience your power."
"Elder, with you here to hold the fort, we can capture the Star Stronghold tonight!"
Ouyang Qingmu spoke, "The members of the Sea Rakshasa will surely go through fire and water!"
"Cease your foolish talk!" Elder Wuji said coldly, "When did I issue an order for you to infiltrate the Star Stronghold tonight?"
"This..."
Ouyang Qingmu's brows furrowed, but he dared not speak directly. Before the elder, even he had to be subservient, let alone Elder Wuji.
"Elder, this matter has nothing to do with him," Ouyang Qinghuo cupped his fists. "It was all my idea! I beg you not to blame me!"
"As the leader of the Sea Rakshasa, you do not respect the elder," Elder Wuji said coldly. "Not only did you lead the team out without authorization, but you also caused such casualties. Do you know your crime?"
"Your subordinate knows his crime!" Ouyang Qinghuo quickly knelt. "I beg the elder to punish me."
"Disobeying the elder's will and not following the elder's orders, what crime is that!" Elder Wuji said coldly.
"Death penalty!"
Ouyang Qinghuo's expression changed drastically. Kneeling on the ground, he was filled with helplessness. He had indeed defied the elder's wishes, and according to the Sea Nation's rules, he would be executed.
"Since you know, do I need to say more?" Elder Wuji said coldly. "Without rules, there can be no order. You should set an example!"
"Your subordinate understands!"
Ouyang Qinghuo nodded solemnly, and at the same time, drew his long sword, intending to end his life with a single strike.
Defying the elder's will meant self-execution, which was also a rule among many experts of the Sea Nation.
"Elder Wuji, this matter started because of me, and it has nothing to do with my brother!" Ouyang Qingmu said repeatedly. "I am willing to die in my brother's place!"
As he spoke, Ouyang Qinghuo struck with his palm. Before Ouyang Qingmu could react, he was knocked out. "Take him away, and do not break the rules!"
A Sea Rakshasa expert stepped forward, placing Ouyang Qingmu in front of them. Their eyes were filled with tears. Ouyang Qinghuo was their leader, but he had defied the elder's wishes and was to die for his country, which they found difficult to accept.
Elder Wuji's expression was indifferent. Even though the many experts of the Sea Rakshasa knelt and pleaded, he did not hesitate. As a commander of a region and one of the strongest individuals in the Sea Nation, he would not show any leniency.
*Pfft...*
A clear sound rang out. Ouyang Qinghuo took his own life, dying on the spot, his blood staining his robe.
"Leader!"
The members of the Sea Rakshasa were heartbroken, but they did not know what to do. In this situation, they felt a sense of helplessness.
"The Sea Nation is indeed not to be underestimated!" Lu Fan clapped his hands. "Elder Wuji is also no ordinary person. Even though things are like this, he remains as steady as a mountain."
"Defying the elder's will is a dead end. If he were to return to the country, he would also be judged," Elder Wuji chuckled. "He chose to take his own life now, at least dying on the outer battlefield. Upon returning to the country, he would have supreme glory!"
"I don't understand the rules of the Sea Nation!" Lu Fan shrugged. "But I will not easily return the Star Stronghold!"
"It's just a stronghold. What harm is there in gifting it to Lord Lu!" Elder Wuji sneered. "However, I hope Lord Lu will know when to stop. The Sea Nation does not wish for a large-scale conflict!"
"Is the Sea Nation so generous?" Lu Fan asked in surprise. "How important are the strongholds on the outer battlefield? How can you give them up so easily?"
"With Lord Lu's methods, a net has already been cast!" Elder Wuji smiled. "It's not so easy to get the stronghold back!"
As he spoke, Elder Wuji's figure transformed and he vanished from his original position in an instant.
By the time everyone reacted, Elder Wuji had already appeared before Lu Fan.
"Be careful, Lord!" Zi Yue suddenly shouted, her face filled with terror. With such terrifying speed, in an instant, he could probably slaughter all the Grandmasters in the Star Stronghold.
Lu Fan also frowned. Elder Wuji's speed was extremely fast, and his fist wind was incredibly sharp. He was also forced to throw a punch. The two fist winds collided directly.
*Boom...*
A powerful explosion sounded. Elder Wuji's figure disappeared, but Lu Fan retreated three steps. His arm felt numb, and his heart was shaken. Through this exchange, he clearly felt the strength of Elder Wuji.
Lu Fan thought Elder Wuji would pursue his advantage, but he saw Elder Wuji return to his original position, smiling. "Lord Lu is indeed a young talent. Among all under heaven, very few can withstand my palm!"
"You are quite confident!" Lu Fan shrugged. "But fortunately, you left quickly. If you had been any slower, I couldn't guarantee you would have returned to the Sea Nation alive!"
Elder Wuji laughed heartily. "Indeed, you are young and reckless. But I hope Lord Lu will be content with what he has. We gift the Star Stronghold to the Sea Nation, but if you dare to attack Sea Nation strongholds again, Lord Lu should reconsider! How many of my palms can you withstand!"
After saying this, Elder Wuji vanished from his original position.
The many experts of the Sea Rakshasa also followed suit, not daring to linger.
"They still managed to escape!" Han Qiushui sighed. "However, that Elder Wuji should have some skill!"
*Pfft...*
Before his words were finished, Lu Fan suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood, his face instantly turning pale. He had been pretending to be calm just now, only to cover up his condition.
"Master!"
Han Qiushui was greatly alarmed and quickly stepped forward to support him.