In the Jiang family's residence, the Jiang family head followed them out. Du Haisheng was Du Qianqiu's son, and if something truly happened to him, the Jiang family would be implicated.
"If I capture you, Du Qianqiu will not be able to hide anymore," Lu Fan narrowed his eyes and strode towards Du Haisheng.
Du Haisheng intended to use his Grandmaster abilities, but Lu Fan struck his vital point, rendering him immobile.
"In all martial arts, speed is paramount!" Lu Fan sneered, "If you dare to move, you might lose your life."
Du Haisheng's face turned ashen, "If you harm me, you will pay a terrible price."
"If I cared about that, I wouldn't be here today," Lu Fan said coldly, "You're coming with me!"
With that, Lu Fan sealed Du Haisheng's acupoints. This rendered him like an ordinary person, stripping him of his Grandmaster strength. Until the acupoints were unsealed, he could not harm anyone.
"Young man, it might not be appropriate to take him away like this!"
The Jiang family head spoke, "After all, he is a distinguished guest of my Jiang family. To take someone from my Jiang family, you must first get our consent."
"Old man, you are a Heavenly Ranking expert. I do not wish to engage in conflict with you, Elder Ye," Lu Fan stated directly, "I hope you can understand! This is a personal grievance between me and Du Qianqiu."
"My Jiang family will not compromise on this matter!" the Jiang family head stated, "After all, this is Jiang family territory, and Du Haisheng is our guest!"
"If the Jiang family wants him, I will personally await you by the Central Province Lake in three days!"
Lu Fan's expression was cold as he issued the challenge.
He knew very well that the Jiang family would not let this matter rest. If that were the case, Lu Fan would welcome this opportunity to escalate the situation, which would surely alert Du Qianqiu.
"How dare you! You dare to challenge the family head?" an elder with white hair said sternly, "Are you perhaps taking yourself too seriously?"
"Lord Lu of Jiangnan, who fought four Grandmasters and emerged victorious, would not be afraid," Han Yunhai spoke up, "Although the Jiang family head is a martial arts master, this is a matter between Qingyun Sect and Du Qianqiu, and it has nothing to do with the Jiang family!"
"Lord Lu of Jiangnan?" The Jiang family head narrowed his eyes, "Indeed, I didn't realize you had such a profound background. No wonder you dared to apprehend someone in my Jiang family!"
"You flatter me, old man!" Lu Fan chuckled lightly, "It's merely an empty reputation. You, old man, are a Heavenly Ranking expert. I am but an unknown nobody, but a blood feud must be avenged."
"Well said, 'must be avenged'!" The Jiang family head said coldly, "In three days, at Qingzhou Lake, I accept your challenge. I, this old man, wish to meet Lord Lu of Jiangnan!"
Lu Fan bowed slightly before leaving with Du Haisheng.
Du Haisheng was extremely unwilling, but his acupoints were sealed, rendering him immobile. He wanted to ask Elder Jiang for help, but the Jiang family was powerless to intervene.
After all, in matters between factions, the leaders usually settled their differences, and a full-blown faction war would not be easily initiated due to the significant casualties. The Jiang family head understood this point clearly.
After Lu Fan and his party departed, the elder with white hair asked, "Family head, are you truly going to accept the challenge in three days?"
"Lord Lu of Jiangnan does have some reputation," the Jiang family head stated directly, "Du Haisheng is a guest of my Jiang family. Now that he has been captured, how can I let this matter go unsolved?"
"The Martial Arts Convention is approaching. Engaging in a major conflict at this time is not the best choice," the elder with white hair reminded him, "Family head, you should reconsider."
"There's no need to say more!" the Jiang family head said coldly, "I am a Heavenly Ranking expert. If I cannot even deal with him, how can I establish myself in Central Province?"
The elder with white hair dared not speak further and could only nod slightly.
News of this matter spread throughout Central Province. Lord Lu of Jiangnan was to engage in a death match with the Jiang family head of Central Province in three days.
Upon hearing the news, many people paid attention. One was a Heavenly Ranking expert, and the other, though a rising star, was extremely formidable.
The fact that he could face four Grandmasters alone and remain undefeated was considered an exceptional feat in the martial arts world.
Upon returning to the hotel, Du Haisheng looked at Lu Fan and said, "What exactly do you want? If you want to kill me, then kill me. Since I have been defeated by you, I have nothing more to say."
"Killing you would be simple," Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, "But keeping you alive is useful! I must clarify what happened back then."
"If you do not kill me, you will surely regret it," Du Haisheng said coldly, "My father will never let you go!"
"Regret?" Lu Fan chuckled, "I am a decisive person in my actions, and I never regret what I have done!"
"In that case, then you just wait!" Du Haisheng said coldly.
"You talk too much!" Han Yunhai stepped forward and slapped him directly, "If you spout any more nonsense, I'll castrate you right now!"
Du Haisheng's face turned livid, enraged beyond measure. He never expected these people to act in such a manner.
He was a dignified Grandmaster, when had he ever suffered such humiliation? At that moment, he was filled with anger and indignation.
"My lord, this brat is unruly. It's possible he might escape," Han Yunhai spoke up, "Leave him to me! I will certainly keep him in line."
"Then, as you say!" Lu Fan nodded, "In three days, by the Central Province Lake, there will likely be a fierce battle."
Meanwhile, in the Gu family courtyard, the Gu family head frowned. After listening to a report, he became even more worried.
"Lu's battle against the Jiang family head will likely be perilous," Gu Long said, "The Jiang family head was a Grandmaster in his early years and ranked among the top ten in the previous Heavenly Ranking. Now, he has likely reached a very high realm, possibly even a formidable powerhouse."
"Unfortunately, the challenge has been issued. Even the Gu family cannot stop it," Elder Gu shook his head, "The top ten on the Heavenly Ranking are all Great Success Grandmasters, possibly even formidable powerhouses. Lu's chances of winning are slim."
"I believe in my master; he will be alright," Gu Wen said, "Even when facing peak experts!"
"Why are you so sure?" Gu Long asked in surprise, "Do you know the strength of the Jiang family head?"
"Master has never disappointed me, nor has he disappointed the people of Qingyun Sect," Gu Wen stated directly, "I believe he will not lose!"
Gu Long looked somewhat helpless, "I deeply admire Lord Lu, but this matter is of great importance, and there can be no room for error!"
"Big brother, what do you mean by that?" Gu Wen frowned, "I don't quite understand."
"For the next few days, you will stay at home. Do not leave the Gu family easily, nor interact with Lord Lu," Gu Long said directly, "After all, he has not only offended the Jiang family but also captured Du Qianqiu's son."
"So what?" Gu Wen frowned, "Are you saying even big brother is afraid?"
"You may not know, but in the Outer Battlefield, there is a mysterious team. The Dragon Kingdom has investigated, and the leader seems to be Du Qianqiu from back then. If that is the case, their influence is unimaginably vast!"
Gu Wen's face turned ashen. He wanted to refute, but he was powerless. In the face of absolute power, even the Gu family had to bow.