Gu Lan did not make a move, but the aura around him was terrifyingly oppressive. The sheer force emanating from him was enough to suffocate the elder before him, making it hard for him to breathe. Although the elder's eyes remained fixed on Gu Lan, his face was contorted with difficulty.
"If I don't deal with you now, you'd better not be ungrateful!" Gu Lan spoke with a tone of indifference, already losing interest in the elder. The elder had sustained grave injuries, and the remaining strength in his body was minimal. After taking two heavy hits from Gu Lan, it was impossible for the elder to recover quickly.
Gu Lan had no intention of wasting any more time on him. He was already preparing to leave. However, just as he was about to turn around, a cold smile suddenly appeared on the elder's face.
"Today, you may not leave!"
These words caused Gu Lan to stop in his tracks, turning his head in confusion. "You think you can stop me?"