The elders fell into thought: "If our guess is correct, the Fourth Elder is referring to young Lu!"
"If young Lu misjudges today, a Dragon Country martial artist will be killed!" the Fourth Elder stated frankly: "Even we cannot stop him. If this continues, it will not be good for Dragon Country in the future!"
"Young Lu must have absolute confidence to act like this!" the Ninth Elder said directly: "Fourth Elder, you worry too much!"
"What the Fourth Elder says is indeed plausible!" the Seventh Elder chimed in: "I wanted to stop him today, but found that even with everyone's combined efforts, we couldn't. If anything happens again in the future, it will not be beneficial for Dragon Country!"
"I believe young Lu has no rebellious intentions!" the Ninth Elder stated directly: "Moreover, his aggressive stance comes from absolute confidence. If not, young Lu would never act so rashly!"
The elders were instantly plunged into thought. After the hotel battle today, they suddenly felt a sense of crisis. If Lu Fan harbored ill intentions, it would have a significant impact on Dragon Country.
As elders of Dragon Country, they would never allow such a thing to happen.
"I don't think we can blame young Lu for this!" the Fifth Elder said frankly: "He was also trying to find the Hundred-Faced Scholar as quickly as possible, which is why he acted rashly. If we hold grudges against him for this, wouldn't the Dragon Country Headquarters be too heartless!"
"Precisely!" the Ninth Elder stated directly: "Elders, please don't forget, in the Outer Realm battlefield, if it weren't for young Lu, the entire Dragon Country would have fallen. Furthermore, young Lu's actions at the hotel were also aimed at apprehending the Hundred-Faced Scholar!"
"Elders, I naturally understand what you are saying!" the Fourth Elder stated: "Young Lu is upright and would not do anything to harm Dragon Country. It is just that our abilities are too weak. If this continues, Dragon Country will surely face trouble in the future!"
"Fourth Elder, I also feel the same way!" the Seventh Elder nodded: "The Sky Country, unaware of the situation, if they decide to attack Dragon Country, then Dragon Country will be in peril!"
"Since that is the case, we should train even harder!" the Ninth Elder stated directly.
"It seems it is time to enter the Dragon Spring!" the Fourth Elder said gravely: "From today onwards, upon returning to Dragon Country Headquarters, you will cultivate in the Dragon Spring to quickly enhance your strength. The Sky Country will not give up, and will surely send experts!"
"Activate the Dragon Spring?"
The Seventh Elder frowned: "The Dragon Spring is connected to Dragon Country's national destiny and possesses immeasurable luck. Cultivating in the Dragon Spring would indeed yield twice the results with half the effort. However, the Dragon Spring's energy is fixed. If it is all absorbed, wouldn't it affect Dragon Country's national destiny!"
"Now is a critical juncture, we can't worry about other matters!" the Fourth Elder stated directly: "Just do as I say!"
"Fourth Elder, your concern, is it true that the rumors about the three elders being no more are true?"
The Ninth Elder furrowed his brow: "If that is indeed the case, Fourth Elder, you must inform us as soon as possible!"
As soon as the words fell, the elders' faces turned grim, and they all looked towards the elders. If this were true, Dragon Country would be vulnerable.
They were well aware of this, otherwise, they wouldn't be so anxious.
"Don't spread rumors!" the Fourth Elder stated directly: "Whether the three elders are alive or not, I actually don't know."
The elders trembled violently. They already had their suspicions, but after the Fourth Elder's words, their hearts grew even more fearful.
"How can this be?" the Seventh Elder said urgently: "Although the three elders have been in seclusion for over ten years, they have remained within the forbidden grounds and have not appeared. How could something have happened!"
"I did not say that the three elders had an accident, only that in the past ten years, they have not appeared, and we cannot enter the forbidden grounds!" the Fourth Elder stated directly: "I do not understand exactly what is happening, but one thing is certain, in the future, the hopes of all of Dragon Country will be placed in your hands!"
The elders frowned. Dragon Country's true foundation was the three elders. If even the survival of the three elders was uncertain, Dragon Country would undoubtedly face great trouble.
"No wonder Fourth Elder is so cautious in everything he does!" the Seventh Elder stated: "So, Dragon Country's last resort is uncertain!"
"This matter is of great importance, it cannot be casually spread!" the Fourth Elder stated directly: "Regardless of whether the three elders are alive or not, we must create a facade that the three elders are still in seclusion. Otherwise, Dragon Country will be in peril!"
The elders nodded, their expressions shifting slightly. They were very clear about the significance of this matter.
Upon returning to Dragon Country Headquarters, everyone began their seclusion, which seemed to be an urgent matter. Within the Dragon Spring, there were also about ten figures.
Meanwhile, at Jiangjing Longting, Han Yunhai cupped his fists and said: "Sir, after today's events, I fear the elders of Dragon Country may harbor dissatisfaction. If this continues, it may not be a good thing!"
"Dissatisfaction?"
Lu Fan glanced over: "Are you referring to my forceful actions?"
"Precisely!" Han Yunhai nodded: "I know that you are acting for the good of Dragon Country, but this matter is bound to cause ripples. The elders of Dragon Country are the most prominent figures in Dragon Country. Disregarding their orders will surely make them feel threatened!"
"Do you think I care about these things?" Lu Fan smiled faintly: "Go investigate the whereabouts of the Hundred-Faced Scholar. Mobilize the forces of the Qingyun Sect! I want to see where he can escape to!"
"This..." Han Yunhai was helpless: "Does Sir not worry at all?"
"As long as we are doing the right thing, there is no need to worry!" Lu Fan waved his hand: "As a citizen of Dragon Country, it is my duty to protect Dragon Country. As for what the elders think, I do not need to concern myself, as long as it does not go against the will of Dragon Country!"
Han Yunhai nodded solemnly. Lu Fan's words were not wrong; as long as one acts uprightly, no one can find fault.
Moreover, Lu Fan now had immense fame in Dragon Country, being revered as a guardian deity. Just this alone was enough to make Lu Fan confident.
"You must have been tired all day, come and replenish your body!"
Jiang Meili came out: "Xiao Ke and I worked all night and prepared a feast!"
Lu Fan smiled and walked towards the living room, Han Yunhai following suit.
Upon reaching the dining table, Lu Fan smiled and said: "What day is it today? So many delicious dishes!"
"Today is a celebration banquet. Although you've already enjoyed fine food at the hotel, this is home!" Lin Ke smiled: "Naturally, we can't let you suffer!"
"Xiao Ke, you're becoming more and more virtuous!" Lu Fan chuckled.
"It is my honor to be by your side!" Lin Ke smiled: "We've established a foothold here in Longdu. It's been some time since we returned to Chuzhou, shall we go back?" Su Dan Novel Network
"Return to Chuzhou?" Lu Fan looked slightly surprised: "Why is that?"