CHAPTER 474: CHAPTER 444: ELDER ZHAO’S POSITION

Lu Yuanshan’s words were definitely not a threat.

As soon as he finished speaking, without waiting for Han Yuanqing to respond, Lu Yuanshan waved his right hand, wielding the Taiyi Celestial Ruins Sword to sever Han Yuanqing’s left arm with a single stroke.

Speaking of killing Han Yuanqing, if he wanted to, he could easily do so.

Not to mention that this is the frontline battlefield, using Han Yuanqing’s unfortunate demise while fighting Demon Beasts as an excuse, no one would suspect anything.

Moreover, Han Yuanqing made the first move, giving Lu Yuanshan every reason to strike him down.

Even if the Dubhe Institute investigated the matter afterward, Lu Yuanshan would have nothing to fear.

Under the Divine Inquiry Talisman of the Dubhe Institute, even Golden Core Cultivators must speak the truth.

Having been disarmed once more, Han Yuanqing bit his teeth tightly in pain, letting out a subdued grunt, but he did not scream.

His gaze remained coldly fixed on Lu Yuanshan, filled with a determination to never yield.

"No need to waste words with him. Disable his Dantian, then tie him up and report Han Yuanqing’s crimes to the Dubhe Institute."

"At that time, the Dubhe Institute will naturally send someone to interrogate and verify."

Lu Ping communicated bluntly, glancing at Han Yuanqing with confidence that he wouldn’t refuse to speak.

"I will rely on Father’s instructions."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yuanshan said no more.

Judging by Han Yuanqing’s stance, he likely wouldn’t reveal why he acted, even until his death.

And even if he did speak, what he said might not be true.

Therefore, it was better to follow his father’s advice, not to waste time, and instead take him back to report to the Dubhe Institute for processing.

Seeing Lu Yuanshan no longer taking action, Han Yuanqing sneered inwardly, secretly brewing magical power, looking for an opportunity to break free from the Vermilion Bird Ring’s constraints.

But in the next moment, Lu Yuanshan decisively wielded the Taiyi Celestial Ruins Sword.

That dark blue Flying Sword, under Han Yuanqing’s terrified gaze, stabbed into his waist, shattering the Dantian within his body.

This strike was swift and fierce, causing Han Yuanqing to feel his magical power rapidly dissipating, unable to stop it.

His cultivation began to scatter in an extremely short time.

"My cultivation!"

Watching helplessly as his internal cultivation dispersed, Han Yuanqing let out a hysterical roar, his face flushed with panic.

"Lu Yuanshan, you’ll die a miserable death!"

In a frenzy, Han Yuanqing cursed at Lu Yuanshan, completely disregarding the image of a Sect Elder.

Slap!

A Hand Seal condensed from magical power suddenly appeared in front of Han Yuanqing, striking fiercely at his mouth.

Lu Zhiwei’s face was cold, her eyebrows slightly raised; seeing Han Yuanqing insult her elder brother, she couldn’t ignore it and slapped Han Yuanqing hard.

On Han Yuanqing’s right cheek, a bright red palm print appeared visibly.

"Lu Zhiwei, you... you wretched servant!"

Being slapped by Lu Zhiwei, Han Yuanqing burned with anger, his teeth clenched, his eyes radiating intense murderous intent.

Slap!

Lu Zhiwei didn’t bother to speak further to Han Yuanqing; another slap landed heavily on his face.

This slap made Han Yuanqing’s right cheek feel a fiery pain, almost knocking his teeth out, swelling even more severely, ringing in his ears.

After taking two slaps from Lu Zhiwei, Han Yuanqing realized he was dealing with a tough opponent and angrily shut his mouth.

"Elder Han, the Dubhe Institute will decide in response to your crimes today."

"Govern yourself accordingly!"

Before the words were fully spoken, Lu Yuanshan used magical power to restrict Han Yuanqing’s actions, tightly binding him, leaving him unable to speak or move.

In this situation, even attempting to bite his tongue to commit suicide was impossible.

"Little sister, let’s head back."

Collecting the Demon Beast corpses from the ground and Han Yuanqing’s Magical Artifact, Lu Yuanshan, stepping on the Golden Crow Sword, addressed Lu Zhiwei.

"Alright."

The Vermilion Bird Ring under Lu Zhiwei’s control followed the two siblings as they carried Han Yuanqing behind them.

Upon returning to the guarded village and seeing Han Yuanqing bound, Xu Shouye, Xuu Qingci, and others displayed expressions of surprise and doubt, clearly not understanding what had occurred.

However, it was apparent that Han Yuanqing had offended the Lu Brothers and Sisters; otherwise, how would he have ended up in such a state?

Moreover, kidnapping an Elder of the Fuyao Sect is no minor affair.

Among the Eight Great Sects, the Fuyao Sect is the strongest in power.

"Elder! Elder!"

"Sect Leader Lu, what is the meaning of this, why treat our Elder this way? Let him go quickly!"

Disciples of the Fuyao Sect couldn’t remain calm, immediately causing an uproar.

Elder Zhao watched Han Yuanqing, Lu Yuanshan, and Lu Zhiwei, broadly guessing the grievances involved.

Han Yuanqing must have acted against the Lu Brothers and Sisters to avenge Han Zongyuan a short time ago, but couldn’t defeat them.

On the Southern Wilderness Frontline, attacking a teammate results in rebuke and condemnation from fellow cultivators.

The Dubhe Institute has clearly stipulated that during the Southern Wilderness mission period, grudges between various forces and cultivators must be restrained, and no internal strife or attacks on comrades can occur.

This is for easier management, allowing for a concentrated effort to resist Demon Beasts.

As for once the Southern Wilderness campaign is concluded, however the grudges between cultivators and forces are resolved, no matter the outcome, the Dubhe Institute will not intervene.

This time, Han Yuanqing acted recklessly and is finished.

It seems that the Lu Brothers and Sisters didn’t kill Han Yuanqing on the spot, planning to report and let the Dubhe Institute decide his fate.

Han Yuanqing is beyond saving.

And the strength of the Lu Brothers and Sisters is extraordinary, able to capture even the Ninth-Layer Foundation Establishment Han Yuanqing alive.

"Friends of the Fuyao Sect, please remain calm."

Seeing the Fuyao Sect disciples calling for Han Yuanqing’s release, Lu Yuanshan spoke flatly, with a solemn expression.

"During the battle against Demon Beasts, your Elder violated the Dubhe Institute’s regulations and has now been apprehended by myself and my sister. How Han Yuanqing will be dealt with next, I believe the Dubhe Institute will provide a fair and just response."

Upon hearing Lu Yuanshan’s words, many Fuyao Sect disciples exchanged glances, wondering what regulation Han Yuanqing had violated to end up like this.

Before they could inquire, Han Yuanqing looked pleadingly at Elder Zhao, wildly signaling for rescue.

But Elder Zhao simply sighed inwardly, showing no intention to intervene.