"Lord Wang, what should we do next?"
The Lord of Cloud City spoke, "This matter is of utmost importance. If the Heavenly Dragon Sect continues to defy us, it will surely be a disaster for the entire Northwest territory."
"I understand what you're saying, but the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect is no ordinary person!" Lu Fan shook his head, "Even with my current strength, I may not be able to do much to him. For now, all we can do is wait and see!"
The Lord of Cloud City nodded, feeling a sense of helplessness. At this point, there was little else they could do. They would advance steadily, and one day they would reach their goal.
During this time, Lu Fan entered a period of closed-door cultivation, his expression becoming serious. With his current strength, it was not easy to govern the entire Northwest. At the very least, to become the Lord of the Northwest, he needed to possess the power to suppress them all, otherwise, few would submit, which was inevitable.
Thinking of this, Lu Fan began to feel a sense of urgency. As the King of the Northwest, he was obligated to have the strength to manage the Northwest region. Now that things had come to this, he found himself in a difficult situation.
Upon returning to the Heavenly Dragon Sect, the Sect Master's expression changed. He had never expected to be so severely injured, and he felt displeased, though there was nothing he could do.
Meanwhile, the other elders of the Heavenly Dragon Sect also frowned. The situation had developed to this point, which was not what they had wished for, but there was no way to turn things around.
"Sect Master, what should we do next?" the Third Elder asked, "When we contended with the King of the Northwest, our sect gained no benefit. I fear it won't be long before other sects in the Heavenly Dragon Sect will lean towards the King of the Northwest. That would not be good for us!"
Facing these words, the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect was filled with helplessness. He shook his head and said, "Things have indeed caught us off guard. However, the strength of Steward Zhao is indeed extraordinary. He may have even reached a legendary realm. If that is the case, it will be difficult to deal with them!"
"Legendary realm!" The expressions of the elders present changed, their eyes filled with fear. If what the Sect Master said was true, it would undoubtedly be a huge challenge for them.
The legendary realm was the Immortal Emperor realm. Such powerful individuals could even become kings of a region, truly one in a million. Steward Zhao, who appeared unremarkable, was actually so extraordinary.
"The Northwest is a land of hidden dragons and crouching tigers. It seems Steward Zhao's strength is already on par with mine! If I were to forcefully confront him, it would surely bring disaster!" the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect shook his head.
In the entire Northwest region, he was an undisputed master. Now that he had been defeated, and so disgracefully at that, it was a great blow to him.
However, at this moment, a disciple rushed in from outside, "Sect Master, someone is here to see us. It seems to be the Lord of Dragon City!"
"The Lord of Dragon City?" The Third Elder frowned, "If I remember correctly, the Lord of Dragon City violated the rules of the Northwest territory and was stripped of his position as City Lord. I wonder why he has come here today!"
"Let him in!" The Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect's expression was indifferent, and he felt a bit surprised.
Not long after, a figure slowly arrived. This person was the Lord of Dragon City, looking somewhat disheveled. He had been hiding and fleeing for the past few days to avoid capture by the experts of the Northwest territory.
"The Lord of Dragon City has become a prisoner, constantly on the run, why has he suddenly come to our Heavenly Dragon Sect?" the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect said coldly, his words showing no restraint. He had no regard for such a person.
"I heard that this Heavenly Dragon Sect is no ordinary place!"
The Lord of Dragon City smiled, "Under normal circumstances, the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect would surely be unparalleled. However, I heard that the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect was defeated by someone, and quite embarrassingly!"
"Are you here to mock me?" The Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect's expression turned cold, and his gaze suddenly fell upon the Lord of Dragon City, filled with killing intent. He had not expected the Lord of Dragon City to come here to say such things.
"Of course, I wouldn't dare!"
The Lord of Dragon City smiled, "The reason I am here today is to inform the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect that Steward Zhao's strength is not as you imagine. He used forbidden medicine to become so powerful. If the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect makes another move, he will surely be able to suppress him!"
As he spoke, the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect narrowed his eyes, a smile appearing at the corner of his lips, "According to you, you want me to go to Cloud City again?"
"I would naturally not dare to command you, Sect Master. I am only here to inform you today!" the Lord of Dragon City chuckled lightly.
"You don't need to say more. I will judge some matters myself. Why do I need you to tell me!" the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect said coldly, his aura exuding displeasure at the words of the Lord of Dragon City.
"Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect, there's no need to be angry. I have one more thing to tell you today!"
The Lord of Dragon City smiled slightly, "Has old Bai of the Heavenly Dragon Sect gone missing?"
"How do you know?" The Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect's expression changed, and a hint of anger appeared, his gaze fixed on the Lord of Dragon City.
The Lord of Dragon City's expression was indifferent, a smile playing on his lips, "Why wouldn't I know? He was killed by the King of the Northwest. This is a great humiliation for the entire Heavenly Dragon Sect. No matter what, the Heavenly Dragon Sect is a major sect. How can such a thing be tolerated?"
"What evidence do you have to prove that they are responsible for this?" the Third Elder said coldly, "If there is no proof, then aren't you just talking nonsense!"
Following these words, the Lord of Dragon City burst into laughter, "It seems that your Heavenly Dragon Sect truly fears the King of the Northwest, otherwise you wouldn't be so timid!"
"How dare you speak to us like this!"
The Third Elder's expression was cold, and his gaze was fixed on the Lord of Dragon City, filled with great dissatisfaction.
The words of the Lord of Dragon City were clearly intentional, making them feel uncomfortable.
However, the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect paid no attention to these matters. Instead, he looked coldly at the Lord of Dragon City, "Tell me, what exactly is going on?"
"I learned of this through some special means. If the Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect believes me, then there's no need for further explanation. If not, then there's no point in saying anything more!" the Lord of Dragon City smiled.
"Fine, since you say so, I will believe you this time!" The Sect Master of the Heavenly Dragon Sect nodded slightly, his expression cold and filled with killing intent.