Now that the Nangong Family has caught a handle, sending troops does not count as violating the non-war agreement, but if Li Fan directly assists them, it will escalate into a full-scale war between the two sides. The Nangong Family seems to be prepared, while the forces of Mo Zhu Mountain are all trapped in the vast mountains.
But they cannot go unanswered, as it is clear that this time, the opponent is probing first.
Testing the strength of North Town, testing the readiness of South Town, testing the response of Mo Zhu Mountain.
How to respond, how to counterattack, how much power to reveal, whether the other party is really probing or trying to draw attention for other purposes, what reserves, schemes, ambushes...
From being a pawn to becoming a player, Li Fan must consider these things cautiously, especially now that he is not alone but a giant of Mount Mo. He can't just overturn the table and kill all the opponents like before...