"It seems Senior has come to demand an explanation," Lu Fan said with a faint smile. "If that's the case, why waste words? Senior might as well make your move. If I am defeated, I shall perish in Death Valley today!"
"Your arrogance is not small. Within Zhongzhou, within the Dragon Kingdom, in the world of martial arts, who dares to contend with you?"
The Jiang family's grand-uncle said coldly, "I am here today to make you kneel before the Jiang family's gates and repent!"
"That remains to be seen if Senior has the ability!" Lu Fan stated directly. "I could destroy the Jiang family, so dealing with Senior should not be difficult."
"I have been in seclusion for a hundred years and have never encountered such an arrogant individual," the Jiang family's grand-uncle said coldly. "If it were in the past, how could you have grown to this point!"
"Old man, don't speak so definitively," Gu Wen interjected. "My master's reputation in martial arts is widespread. Even if you are the Jiang family's foundation, what does that matter!"
"A hundred years ago, I roamed the world. Do I need to exert effort to deal with a mere rat like you today?" the Jiang family's grand-uncle said coldly.
At that very instant, Death Valley experienced cataclysmic upheaval. The mountains shook incessantly, causing terror among countless people.
These were ordinary individuals who had come to Death Valley for leisure. However, they never anticipated encountering such a situation. With the entrance to Death Valley sealed, they were unable to leave. Su Dan Novel Network.
"It is merely our personal grievance, yet others are being implicated," Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "Senior possesses peerless strength. I am willing to learn from you!"
After speaking, Lu Fan strode towards the depths of Death Valley. He was acutely aware that a conflict between two powerful beings here would inevitably cause immense turmoil and even draw in uninvolved individuals, which was not something Lu Fan wished to see.
"You do possess a merciful heart!"
The white-haired elder sneered. "Unfortunately, you are destined to die today. As the Jiang family's grand-uncle, I will not tolerate your existence."
The white-haired elder pursued, his movements becoming increasingly graceful.
"I will go to provide support. You quickly return and report," Gu Wen said. "This elder's strength is not weak. Should there be any mishap, master's life could be in danger."
"I will go with you. One more person means one more helper," Han Qiushui said earnestly.
"You have not yet reached the Grandmaster realm, making you insignificant before that old man," Gu Wen shook his head. "Hurry back to the Gu family to relay the message and have other Grandmasters come. It will be too late if we delay!"
Gu Wen was well aware that this elder was no ordinary person. Judging by his aura, he could crush everything. Such a powerful existence was not something others could control.
Han Qiushui and Lin Xiaojia exchanged no further words and quickly headed towards the city. The situation was critical, and they dared not delay.
Meanwhile, deep within Death Valley, Lu Fan stood beside a waterfall. On the other side of the cascading water stood the white-haired elder. Their figures faced each other, emanating an immense aura.
"To be so young and yet have destroyed the entire Jiang family is truly astonishing," the white-haired elder remarked. "With your talent, you will undoubtedly achieve great things in the future. It is a pity that you destroyed the Jiang family. I will show no mercy!"
"The Jiang family offended me, so why should I not destroy them?" Lu Fan smiled. "Since Senior is an ancestor of the Jiang family, then make your move! In this battle today, I want to truly annihilate the Jiang family!"
"Such audacious arrogance!"
The Jiang family's grand-uncle flicked his hand, and a powerful surge of internal energy shot towards Lu Fan, accompanied by gusting winds that caused a dazzling display.
Lu Fan leaped up abruptly, his brow furrowed. The old man before him could emit energy blasts from a distance. This was likely no longer the technique of a Grandmaster, but a true Battle Spirit, or even a being of a higher realm.
On another front, Han Qiushui and the others arrived at the Gu family without delay. Upon learning that Lu Fan had been ambushed, many experts were mobilized and headed towards Death Valley.
Lu Fan was their central figure, and therefore, nothing must happen to him.
These reports also spread throughout Zhongzhou, drawing the attention of many.
Especially the appearance of the Jiang family's grand-uncle surprised many. They had not expected the Jiang family to have an elder who dared to directly challenge Lu Fan, which indicated that this individual’s strength was not low.
The Gu family patriarch, with a frown, led a contingent of Gu family experts, along with Han Yunhai and others, towards Death Valley.
After these recent developments, the Gu family had become the base of operations for the Azure Cloud Sect. Even if the Gu family did not wish to acknowledge their relationship with Lu Fan, it was impossible to deny it anymore. They were in the same boat.
This matter was widely discussed in Zhongzhou, and even within small noodle shops, many legends were circulating.
"Have you heard? The Jiang family's foundation has appeared. Lord Lu of Jiangnan might be in trouble."
"Who says not? The Jiang family was founded over a hundred years ago. They probably have terrifying existences, otherwise, they wouldn't have dominated Zhongzhou for so many years!"
"Naturally. If they didn't have a powerful foundation, how would the Jiang family dare to be so rampant? It's a pity they were destroyed before their true foundation could even appear."
Many martial arts experts in a small noodle shop were speaking. They were cultivators hidden within Zhongzhou, their purpose being to observe the martial arts tournament. They had not expected to witness such a spectacle.
It was important to note that not long ago, Lu Fan had thoroughly defeated the Jiang family patriarch, killed the son of the Black Shadow leader, and utterly destroyed the Jiang family, attracting considerable attention.
One incident had not yet subsided before another arose. Lu Fan had not yet found peace when the Jiang family's foundation emerged. This time, Lu Fan would likely find it difficult to resist, as the Jiang family's foundation was not something to be dealt with lightly.
Hearing the rumors, Jian Ying also frowned. "Should we go and watch? The old ancestor of the Jiang family is no ordinary figure!"
"There are many hidden masters in the Dragon Kingdom," Bei Dou remarked. "If these individuals were to mobilize, it could cause earth-shattering changes and overturn the entire martial world."
"The Jiang family ancestor has been in seclusion for a hundred years and is already at the Battle Spirit realm," Han Bing stated. "Even if we intervene, we might not be able to suppress him!"
"The three of us joining forces should not be a problem," Bei Dou said. "After all, there is also Lord Lu. Four against one is not a difficult task."
"We do not need to get involved in this matter," Han Bing waved her hand. "Lord Lu will resolve it."
"I am worried that if he is defeated, his life might be in danger," Jian Ying said directly. "He is someone that the boss has taken a liking to."
"As you just said, someone who is favored by the boss, how could he possibly be defeated?" Han Bing smiled faintly. "If he were truly defeated, it would be due to insufficient strength. If that were the case, it would be his fate, and it would have nothing to do with the Dragon Group."
"This..." Jian Ying was slightly taken aback, not expecting Han Bing to speak in such a manner.
"He said he has excellent talent but lacks experience and does not know that there are heavens beyond heavens and people beyond people," Han Bing stated directly. "This incident is the best test for him. If he can pass it, his state of mind will surely improve."