If I Didn't Kick Them While They Were Down, I'd Truly Be Betraying My Heart
"As a result of?"
Lu Yuan's voice suddenly rang out:
"I'm afraid your Xiang Clan's threat this time will not achieve your desired outcome."
As the voice faded, Lu Yuan stepped forward, pointed at Xiao Ye, and said:
"If anything happens to the young master's disciple, I will hold your Xiang Clan accountable and settle this score with the Xiang Clan properly."
Upon hearing this, everyone around was slightly shaken.
Lu Yuan's statement was indeed far too obvious.
It was exactly the same posture that the boy had just displayed.
This is no small matter.
What they faced was none other than the Xiang Clan, a colossal force.
The Xiang Clan has developed for many years and has the backing of two Saint Emperors. There are almost no ones who can challenge them, let alone pose such a clear threat.
According to common sense, such a situation must have a prerequisite—that the boy's origins or background can support his fearlessness towards the Xiang Clan.
"But who exactly is this young man?"
Everyone's attention returned to Lu Changzhi, their curiosity growing even stronger.
Xiang Ge's face darkened, and he stared at Lu Yuan, sneering:
"It seems that years of silence are enough to make one's spine lose its straightness."
The meaning of this statement is quite clear.
This caused many other forces to secretly marvel.
The Xiang Clan's confidence was not just empty talk.
If it were any other force without Saint Emperor level expert, how would they dare to speak to Lu Yuan in such a manner?
In terms of realm alone, Lu Yuan is a Saint Emperor Realm, while Xiang Ge is only Ninth Layer of Saint Venerable.
Although there is only one step between the Ninth Layer of Saint Venerable and Saint Emperor, the real difference that step affects is extremely astonishing.
At this moment, Duan Bo suddenly spoke up from the Academy's side, saying:
"For the time being, the Academy does not restrict fighting among its members, as long as it does not damage Academy property or Academy juniors."
Upon hearing this, Xiang Ge's gaze suddenly turned towards him.
The expressions of the people around them also became extremely strange.
The Academy's intentions were all too clear.
This was clearly a reminder to Lu Yuan, "If you want to make a move, do it; the Academy won't stop you."
This happened right after Xiang Ge finished speaking.
The implication is so clear that even a fool could understand it.
As we all know, the dogs in the yard bark so loudly not because they are fierce, but because of the fence. If the fence were removed and they faced each other directly, the fierce ones would charge angrily, while the cowardly ones would tuck their tails between their legs.
"This is bullying! This is absolutely outrageous!"
The Huang Zhan's voice rang out, carrying a sense of exhilaration entirely different from the confrontational tone, and he said:
"How can our Huang Clan, as a powerful force Five Continents, sit idly by and stand idly by in such a matter?"
As he spoke, Huang Zhan rolled up his sleeves, looked at Xiang Ge, and said:
"During this Law Contemplation Gathering, your Xiang Clan has been bullied so badly. Your Xiang Clan has been targeting my Huang Clan for so many years. If I don't take advantage of your misfortune now, I will truly be betraying my conscience."
After a pause, Huang Zhan pointed at Xiao Ye, then gestured to where Lu Changzhi was, and his gaze swept over everyone present before he solemnly said:
"His disciple has now received the inheritance of the Myriad Laws Saint Emperor and has personally proven his own strength. It is a fortunate thing that such a genius has emerged from the Five Continents."
"Today, witnessed by all, if his disciple Kong Mu suffers even the slightest mishap, our Huang Clan will not stand idly by. We will join them in settling scores with the Xiang Clan first!"
As the head of the Huang Clan family, he adopts such an attitude.
Huang Zhan's words carried considerable weight.
For all the factions, the current stance of the Huang Zhan is already very clear.
This is almost a declaration of support from a team.
The Huang Clan chose to stand with the Academy, or more accurately, with this young man.
"With a Saint Emperor Realm in the Huang Clan, plus Senior Lu Yuan's words, it seems they are on par with the Xiang Clan in terms of influence."
"Adding to the influence of the Academy, if we really compare them, they might even have a slight edge over the Xiang Clan. After all, the history of both the Huang Clan and the Academy is no shorter than that of the Xiang Clan."
"I think the most crucial factor is this young man. The Huang Clan must know something. Judging from their attitude, this wasn't a spur-of-the-moment decision; it's obvious they had planned this for a long time."
There was much discussion and a sense of bewilderment among all parties.
It is not uncommon for powerful forces to maintain friendly relations and cooperation.
However, such a situation is rare, because it involves one person, or rather, a master and disciple pair, and is specifically targeted at them.
Xiang Clan.
Looking at the Xiang Clan's side, the powerful figures all looked rather grim.
Although their Xiang Clan wasn't quite at the point of dominating the world, they were still a top-tier power.
Given their current predicament, how much of it likely belongs to the top-tier powers?
Xiang Ge's gaze was fixed on Lu Changzhi.
The current situation is entirely due to the other party.
At that moment, another voice rang out from the other side, saying:
"Our Sea Race greatly admires this human youth. Therefore, if anything happens to this disciple, our Sea Race will never let it go unpunished and will join forces to settle scores with the Xiang Clan!"
Everyone quickly looked in the direction of the sound.
However, when people saw where these words were spoken, they were all taken aback.
"Aren't these Sea Race sworn enemies of the Human Race? Why are they getting involved in this mess?"
The one speaking was not human, but rather the humanoid Long Miao.
However, this decision did not seem to be the result of discussion; judging from the reactions of the powerful Sea Race beside him, it seemed more like a spur-of-the-moment decision.
"Chieftain, they are Human Race! How can my Sea Race side with them!"
"Yes, none of these Human Race are good. Doing things with them will definitely not end well!"
"Chieftain, this is far too reckless. Our Sea Race is in a time of recuperation and rebuilding. To intervene rashly might..."
"No need to say anything more."
Long Miao glanced at the powerful Sea Race, then his gaze returned to Lu Changzhi, his eyes filled with intense fervor, before he said:
"Can't you see that this Human Race youth is no ordinary person?"
None of the powerful Sea Race refuted this.
Of course they can tell.
"We shouldn't get involved in Human Race affairs, but if this matter can solve the problem once and for all, it would be a great benefit to the development of my Sea Race, and it's well worth it!"
As he spoke, Long Miao took a deep breath:
"If it can bring even the slightest benefit to the Sea Race, what harm is there in me, the dignified chieftain of the Sea Race, serving him with utmost loyalty!"
Upon hearing this, all the powerful Sea Race were deeply moved, and some even wept uncontrollably.
Of course, apart from Lu Changzhi, none of the others present knew any of this.
However, the Sea Race's strength is ultimately limited.
The involvement of the Sea Race caused some disturbances, but not significantly.
In the short term, no other forces intervened.
Fighting is not an easy task.
For the vast majority of forces, caution is still necessary; otherwise, the consequences could be disastrous if they are not careful.
A better option is to remain silent until the moment a decision must be made.
"However, judging from the current situation, if the Xiang Clan really intends to harm Kong Mu, they'll probably have to think twice," someone said softly.