Several uncles remained silent for a long time, but they were quite helpless. They could not ascertain Lu Fan's strength, so they couldn't ask Lu Fan to stand up for the Jiang family. If that were the case, the Jiang family would likely face another disaster.
They were well aware that Jiang Meili absolutely could not be married off. Otherwise, the Jiang family would become lackeys of the Shen family in the future, a sight no one wished to see.
Not long after, the Jiang family head summoned the various uncles to the conference room. Many clan elders were present, and even Jiang Meili was there.
"Family Head, why have you gathered us so late? Is there some major event?" the eldest uncle inquired.
"I believe everyone knows that no matter whether Meili gets married or not, the Jiang family will struggle to survive!" the Jiang family head stated directly. "Why doesn't the Jiang family simply disperse and leave Beihai!"
"How can this be? Beihai is the foundation of the Jiang family, and it was passed down by our ancestors. How can we just scatter?"
Several uncles said in unison, their expressions grave. They were very clear that some things could be done, and some things could not. If they truly left Beihai, the Jiang family would likely never rise again.
"This is the best way. Otherwise, it will be a fight to the death. With the Jiang family's current strength, it is simply not capable!" the Jiang family head stated directly. "As long as the green hills remain, there will be firewood to burn. As long as the members of the Jiang family are still here, there will be a day to rise!"
"That statement is well put!" the third uncle spoke up. "Perhaps this is the only way to preserve the Jiang family!"
"Since all the uncles agree with my opinion, go and help the guests pack their luggage. We will leave tonight!" the Jiang family head said with a serious expression. "This way, it will be done without anyone noticing." Su Dan Novel Network
"Leave tonight?" Jiang Meili was slightly surprised. "Isn't that too sudden?"
"If we wait another day or two, we might not be able to leave," the Jiang family head stated directly. "Everyone, hurry up and pack. To ensure the Jiang family's lineage, the uncles will lead everyone to flee Beihai in four different directions!"
The uncles nodded slightly. It was a moment of life and death, and they naturally could not afford to be careless.
When it was midnight, Lu Fan and Lin Ke had already fallen asleep when a knock on the door sounded: "Xiao Ke!"
Lu Fan and Lin Ke were startled awake and then opened the door.
"There will be a major operation tonight. You will leave with me!" Jiang Meili said. "We will return to Longdu together!"
"What, is the Jiang family preparing to flee?" Lu Fan asked.
"This is the best way!" Jiang Meili said with a wry smile. "As long as the green hills remain, there will be firewood to burn. We will return with a vengeance and make them pay!"
"I'm afraid things aren't as good as you think!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "If I were from the Shen family, I would have likely set up an ambush long ago, and they wouldn't have let the Jiang family leave Beihai!"
"This..." Jiang Meili was suddenly startled.
What Lu Fan said was not without reason. If it were truly so, they would likely be in great trouble.
As expected, just as they were talking, the Jiang family courtyard suddenly became noisy. The night, which should have been peaceful, was exceptionally anxious.
"I truly didn't expect the Jiang family to break their promise!" Shen Laosan, along with many experts from the Shen family, had surrounded the Jiang family tightly.
"How did you get the news so quickly!" the Jiang family head frowned. "And it seems you had an ambush prepared!"
"There have been eyes and ears all around the Jiang family these past few days. Haven't you noticed even this?" Shen Laosan shook his head. "It's truly disappointing. I thought your Jiang family had some potential, but in the end, you're just a turtle hiding in its shell!"
"Shen Laosan, my strength has recovered, and I can still fight you!" the Jiang family head said coldly. "If you insist on making things difficult for my Jiang family, the Jiang family will not stand idly by!"
"You talk too much. Even if you have recovered your strength, you are still like an ant before me!"
Shen Laosan's expression was cold. His strength was considerably greater than the Jiang family head's. Even if the Jiang family head was strong, he was still no match for him, or he wouldn't have been injured by him last time.
In that instant, the two Grandmaster experts instantly engaged in a fierce battle. It looked like a raging fire, but in less than the time it takes for a cup of tea to steep, the Jiang family head gradually began to lose, eventually falling into a disadvantage, his face turning ashen.
The others from the Shen family and the Jiang family, quite tacitly, did not interfere. They were well aware that the duel between masters represented which side was stronger.
*Puff...*
The Jiang family head suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood, and the injury he had just healed became tense again. Shen Laosan said calmly, "I told you before that even if you healed it, it would be useless. Your strength is inferior to mine, and you can never defeat me!"
As he spoke, Shen Laosan, without hesitation, sent a blast of fist wind from his palm, striking towards the Jiang family head. The Jiang family was willing to submit, and he didn't have that much patience.
"Family Head!"
The uncles were greatly alarmed. Shen Laosan was a Grandmaster, and such a powerful strike was enough to end the Jiang family head's life.
*Whoosh...*
At the critical moment, a sound of rushing wind was heard. A leaf from a nearby tree, like an arrow shot from a bowstring, flew towards Shen Laosan.
Sensing a powerful sense of danger, Shen Laosan retreated rapidly, his face turning grim. If he had been a moment slower, his arm might have been crippled.
"Who dares to ambush me!"
Shen Laosan said coldly, "Do you dare to come out!"
"It's me!"
A cold voice sounded. Lu Fan stepped forward, his gaze fixed on Shen Laosan, carrying a murderous intent.
"You have good strength, kid. But who are you to the Jiang family! Why bother working for the Jiang family!" Shen Laosan said.
"I'm just a friend of the Jiang family!" Lu Fan shrugged. "But then again, your Shen family lives your life, what does that have to do with the Jiang family? Why do you have to be so ruthless!"
"These are not things you can interfere with!" Shen Laosan said coldly. "I hope you don't meddle in other people's business!"
"What if I insist on meddling!" Lu Fan shrugged, revealing a cold smile.
The uncles exchanged glances, their hearts filled with gratitude. Just the fact that Lu Fan could control a leaf to injure someone was already quite impressive. Perhaps he could contend with Shen Laosan head-on.
"I know your strength is not weak!" Shen Laosan narrowed his eyes. "You can unleash internal energy, you must be a Grandmaster! To reach Grandmaster at such a young age is already extremely rare. Why would you get involved in this mess!"
"You might be too clever!" Lu Fan shrugged. "Those who can unleash internal energy are not just Grandmasters! I advise you to leave today. Don't force me to act, or you will surely regret it!"