"It's bad! Many cities have fallen, and the black-clothed figures are increasing. Despite the Dragon Dynasty's many strong warriors rising to resist, their efforts are proving futile!"
The Seventh Elder spoke, "What should we do?"
"A pillar of light has risen in the southeast. It must be the Overlord and the others!"
The Grand Elder stated, "It is precisely because of this pillar of light that these people have acted this way!"
"This is indeed good!"
The Seventh Elder nodded, "But what can we do now?"
"Dispatch members of the Dragon Squad. Let them take action!"
The Grand Elder commanded, "All elders shall guard a city. We must not allow the Ghost Hall's people to trample freely!"
"We obey the elders' orders!"
Many elders cupped their fists, their resolve as firm as death.
Since the founding of the Dragon Dynasty, this was perhaps its greatest crisis. If it could not be resolved, they would all perish with it.
At this very moment, numerous experts from the Dragon Dynasty were locked in fierce combat with many experts from the Ghost Hall. The entire city was filled with the sounds of killing, a sight that stretched endlessly, echoing with roars of agony.
"I truly never imagined things would turn out this way!"
Han Bing stood erect on the city wall, gazing at the black-clothed figures swarming like a tide. Despair flickered in his eyes. These figures were numerous and their strength formidable. If this continued, the Dragon Dynasty would likely face extinction.
Meanwhile, within the swamp, Ye Shisan approached the Xuan Lei Sword, repeatedly summoning it while attempting to break through the barrier and seize the sword.
Lu Fan and the others were also quite tense. If the Xuan Lei Sword wasn't obtained soon, the experts from the Ghost Hall would arrive, which would prove extremely troublesome.
Furthermore, not far away, Bai Wuchang, witnessing the scene, coldly remarked, "Should we intervene and delay them? That way, when Meng Po and the others arrive, it will be the opportune moment!"
"Are you courting death?"
Hei Wuchang retorted, "You are more aware than I am of the strength of the Third Elder of the Ye family."
Bai Wuchang instantly felt a sense of helplessness. He wasn't unaware, but he was deeply worried.
Meng Po was no ordinary individual. If she were to blame them later, they wouldn't be able to bear the consequences.
Just as they were conversing, a surge of black mist rapidly approached from the sky in the distance.
In a blink, it arrived at the swamp, surrounding Lu Fan and the others. Su Dan Novel Network.
"They're here, they're here! Meng Po has arrived!"
Bai Wuchang rejoiced and transformed into a beam of light, heading towards Meng Po and her entourage.
"Third Elder, what is the meaning of this?"
Meng Po, leaning on her cane, fixed her gaze on Ye Lao San, "According to the agreement made years ago, the Xuan Lei Sword was sealed here, and the Ghost Hall would henceforth remain in seclusion! Now, you seek to retrieve the Xuan Lei Sword. Are you perhaps intending to break the treaty?"
"You speak the truth!"
The Third Elder nodded, "The Ghost Hall has been planning how to eliminate the ancient clans. Don't think we are unaware."
"And so what?" Meng Po stated coldly, "The Ghost Hall has not violated the treaty. On the contrary, your Ye clan is utterly untrustworthy."
"Even if the Ye clan is untrustworthy, what of it?"
Lu Fan chuckled faintly, "Is the Ghost Hall not also about to re-emerge? Why speak so sanctimoniously."
"It appears you have made preparations!"
Meng Po's expression turned icy, "Our Ghost Hall has numerous experts. The Xuan Lei Sword cannot be taken out today, lest it result in mutual destruction!"
"And what of it!"
The Third Elder spoke coldly, "Although the Ghost Hall has consistently honored its promises, it has likely been plotting for a long time, and will soon bring disaster upon the world. How can we, the people of the five great ancient clans, allow such a thing to happen!"
Upon hearing these words, Meng Po burst into laughter, "If the five great ancient clans do not uphold their promises, the Ghost Hall has nothing to say. However, if you wish to obtain the Xuan Lei Sword today, it is likely but a dream! How could our Ghost Hall allow you to succeed!"
"It is no longer up to you!"
The Third Elder stepped forward, accompanied by numerous Ye family experts, confronting Meng Po and her group. They would absolutely not allow Meng Po and her entourage to disrupt Ye Shisan's plan to retrieve the sword.
"Attack! Even if it means mutual destruction, we must stop them!"
Meng Po's voice was hoarse as her aura gradually ascended, radiating a powerful presence and a sharp, piercing gaze.
Witnessing the scene before them, the Ye clan members remained impassive. Since the Ghost Hall was prepared for a fight to the death, they would not hold back either.
As the experts from both sides clashed, the atmosphere instantly reached its zenith. The Third Elder and Meng Po were locked in combat, appearing evenly matched and their outcome still uncertain.
Meanwhile, other Ye family experts were fiercely battling the Ghost Hall, leveling everything in their path.
At this time, in many cities, the situation was also grim. The Dragon Dynasty's many elders had stepped forward, but to no avail.
"If this continues, many cities will be occupied by the Ghost Hall's members!"
A member of the Dragon Squad exclaimed, "The Ghost Hall's powerhouses are simply too strong for us to resist!"
Han Bing also knitted his brows. How could he not know that with their strength, they could not possibly resist the Ghost Hall? If this went on, the people of the Dragon Dynasty would suffer collateral damage.
Seeing the Grand Elder had just slain an opponent, Han Bing moved swiftly, arriving directly before the Grand Elder. "Grand Elder, continuing like this will lead to endless disaster. Why not have the experts from various cities proceed to the Dragon Capital!"
"While the Dragon Capital is vast, how can it accommodate so many strong warriors from the Dragon Dynasty!"
The Grand Elder's expression was serious, "Moreover, other cities are a considerable distance from the Dragon Capital. Reaching the Dragon Capital would be exceedingly difficult."
"The Ghost Hall's people only wish to occupy cities. As long as they do not engage them in direct confrontation, others can escape successfully!"
Han Bing's expression was solemn, "The Dragon Capital is protected by the power of the nation's fortune and will have no issues. Furthermore, we only need to wait a few days. I believe the Overlord and the others will be able to defeat the Ghost Hall, and then the Dragon Dynasty will be peaceful again!"
The Grand Elder fell into thought, gazing at the many slain warriors with a touch of helplessness.
"In that case, so be it!"
The Grand Elder stated directly, "Inform the other elders of this matter and have them lead their respective experts back to the Dragon Capital. This way, their lives will be preserved!"
"I shall depart at once!"
Han Bing quickly cupped his fists. He was acutely aware that if this continued, the Dragon Dynasty's foundation would become an empty shell, and many cities would be destroyed.
Shortly thereafter, the elders and city lords received the news and, without delay, began leading their respective experts towards the Dragon Capital.
At this very moment, many of the Ghost Hall's experts had already occupied several cities. Upon seeing the fleeing members of the Dragon Dynasty, they did not pursue.
After all, their instructions were to occupy the cities. As long as they achieved their objective, they would not act rashly.