Xu Kun, who had always been indifferent, couldn't help but frown at this moment.
He looked around and said word by word, "Is the Da Cang Kingdom's royal family going to act against our Lihuo Sect?"
Even though he was outnumbered, Xu Kun's voice was firm.
He drew confidence from the Lihuo Sect!
"Of course, we do not oppose the Lihuo Sect."
Lu Zhan's face suddenly turned cold as he said, "However, we will never let the killer of our prince leave Da Cang Kingdom alive!"
"That's right. If news of this gets out, everyone will think that the Da Cang Kingdom's royal family is incompetent!"
His deputy agreed.
"The prestige of our royal family is at stake. This matter cannot be left unresolved!"
The old eunuch added fiercely, "Once this is over, we will explain everything to the Lihuo Sect. But regardless, Lin Chen must die today!"
The five of them attacked at the same time, and the tide of battle instantly shifted.
Not even Lin Chen could help but frown.
The situation had spiraled out of control!
He turned to look at Xu Kun, wondering if he would give up on him under such immense pressure.
After all, the two of them had only just met by chance.
To the Lihuo Sect, he was merely an outer disciple.
If it really came down to it, they would not hesitate to abandon him!
"Hahaha!"
Unexpectedly, Xu Kun did not back down but instead let out a boisterous laugh.
"From the moment I joined the Lihuo Sect, I have taken its rules to heart. We at the Lihuo Sect will never abandon any of our disciples! You want to kill him? Fine, you'll have to step over my dead body first!"
With that, Xu Kun summoned his spirit beast - the sixth-grade Blazing Fox.
The Blazing Fox was covered in vibrant red fur, making it look like a ball of fire.
Its small eyes burned with murderous intent.
Lu Zhan frowned.
He had thought that Xu Kun would back down under their combined attack.
After all, it's just an outer disciple, his sacrifice would incur little loss. Even if he had to, he could compensate Xu Kun and personally apologize to the Lihuo Sect. Shouldn't that settle the matter?
He didn't expect Xu Kun to be so stubborn and hot-blooded!
He might actually do it!
Lu Zhan hesitated.
If he actually hurt Xu Kun, things would get very complicated.
No matter what, the Da Cang Kingdom dared not break ties with the Lihuo Sect!
"Do it!"
Lu Zhan shouted and sent a message to the others, "The two of you must restrain Xu Kun. You can injure him, but don't kill him. Once I kill this kid, everything will be settled!"
The two lieutenants, the old eunuch, and Zhao Wuji all nodded.
Whoosh!
In an instant, all five of them made their move.
Four people surrounded Xu Kun, preventing him from making any moves, while Lu Zhan personally attacked Lin Chen, leaving him with no room to fight back!
The crowd gasped in shock.
Many spectators covered their mouths in horror, not expecting things to take such a turn.
"It's over. With so many powerful experts surrounding Lin Chen, he has no chance of survival."
"I didn't expect the royal family to be so determined!"
"Lin Chen miscalculated. He thought the Lihuo Sect would protect him, but the royal family came straight for his life!"
People whispered among themselves, their expressions a mix of gloating and regret.
"Anyone who dares to be an enemy of my Lihuo Sect shall be killed without mercy!"
Xu Kun let out a low roar and charged forward like lightning, shielding Lin Chen behind him.
He was prepared to face the siege of five masters alone!
Lin Chen looked at the short figure in front of him and couldn't help but be surprised.
Xu Kun was willing to risk his life for him, someone he had just met!
Was this... the rule of the Lihuo Sect?
Boom!
With a loud noise, Xu Kun and the Blazing Fox joined forces to block the attacks of the five men and their beasts.
Xu Kun was knocked back several steps and spat out a mouthful of blood, his face pale.
The Blazing Fox was also sent flying, one of its legs broken.
"Xu Kun, we have no intention of killing you. Please step aside!"
Lu Zhan said coldly, "He is just an outer disciple who has just started. There is no need for you to lose your life for him!"
"Hmph."
Xu Kun sneered, "From the moment we joined the Lihuo Sect, its rules have become ingrained in our souls. When facing an enemy, a senior disciple must die before his junior! If you want to kill him, there is only one way - step over my dead body! Do it! Come on!"
At the end of his sentence, ferocity flashed in Xu Kun's eyes.
It seemed that he had resolved himself to die!
"I'll hold him back, you kill Lin Chen!"
Lu Zhan remained calm and sent another message.
The others nodded in agreement.
Zhao Wuji, in particular, couldn't hide the murderous intent in his eyes.
He couldn't wait to rush forward and tear Lin Chen into pieces!
This little beast deserved to die. Not only him, but his entire family deserved to die!
Swish!
Lu Zhan controlled the giant eagle and charged towards Xu Kun.
On the other side, the four others turned to attack Lin Chen.
"Damn it, Lin Chen, we can't beat them!"
Tuntun panicked. It clung to Lin Chen's neck, hid behind him, and complained, "Dammit, Brother Shu just woke up not long ago and is going to die with you! Why haven't you, Brother Shu, played with the mother tree yet? How can you die so easily..."
Lin Chen didn't say anything. He simply pushed the Emperor Technique to its limit.
A blue light erupted from his body.
In the current situation, the only way seemed to be brute force!
Fight, fight it out!
For his sake, Xu Kun was willing to face a siege alone.
Was there anything he, Lin Chen, couldn't sacrifice?
"Die, you little beast!"
Zhao Wuji roared with killing intent.
Lin Chen clenched his fists, gathering his strength.
He was ready to face the enemy head-on!
At this critical juncture, an explosive sound rang out, shaking the void.
Zhao Wuji was sent flying with a slap, crashing into a building and reducing it to rubble.
The three others shared the same fate, each kicked away one by one!
A massive tiger with intricate patterns landed in the arena.
A noble lady and a young girl stood on its back.
A disdainful look flashed in the lady's eyes. "You dare to attack my people from the Lihuo Sect? Are you seeking... death?"
A cold snort resounded through the air!
Even Lu Zhan, who was some distance away, was forced back by several steps due to the immense aura.
A look of panic flashed across his face.
Such overwhelming power...
This was an expert at the Heavenly Spirit Realm!
"Lady Lian."
Upon seeing the noble lady, Xu Kun bowed his head in embarrassment.
"You can't even handle these weaklings. Go back and undergo closed-door training! Only come out after you've broken through to the next realm, or else you'll embarrass our Lihuo Sect!"
Lady Lian glanced at Xu Kun coldly, her voice devoid of any warmth.
"Yes... yes..."
Xu Kun nodded obediently, not daring to say anything else.
Lady Lian then looked at Lin Chen and let out a cold snort. "Kid, you've got some backbone. You didn't piss your pants from fear!"