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Chapter 4: The Old Thief Jiang
To welcome the Demon Barbarian Army, the human forces arranged a simple line formation.
Wind Spirit stood at the center, while Lin Feng led a portion of the troops as the left flank guard. Mulan and Chen Guang simultaneously took command of the right flank.
The roads, fields, forests, grasslands, and villages were filled with Demon Barbarian Soldiers. Clad in black Xuanjia armor, they surged like a dark tide.
Under the sunlight, the weapons of both sides gleamed with a dazzling brilliance.
Neither side moved, yet it felt as if they could hear each other's heavy breathing, creating an atmosphere thick with tension. Only the wind blew quietly, lifting their hair as they stood like wooden stakes, motionless, awaiting a command.
The Demon Lord began dispatching waves of Scouts to gather intelligence on the enemy's main forces. As the overall commander, Wind Spirit carried Lin Feng's complete trust; she waved her banner and sent out troops to engage.
In the open ground between the two armies, Scouts from both sides engaged in fierce combat. Casualties mounted on both sides as blood fell to the earth.
The commanders did not watch the battle unfold but instead gazed through the void at one another.
At that moment, the air seemed to be infected by this heavy atmosphere, suddenly filled with dark clouds. Occasional rumbles of thunder echoed in the distance.
"Advance."
The words "Demon Lord" were spoken softly but resonated like thunder.
The Demon Lord's army lined up in formation, their gaze fixed upon their own forces. Indeed, like an endless sea, they surged forward. The army set up camp again less than five miles from Hexi City.
"Your Majesty, ahead is Backwind City; just beyond it lies Hexi City—the stronghold of the human forces."
Hexi City was a deserted city. On the eve of the battle between Lin Feng and the Wind Spirit, Lin Feng had a brilliant idea to abandon Hexi City and retreat to Hexi County.
Hexi City became an obstacle between the two armies. This was also the only intelligence obtained by the demon scouts.
The Demon Lord looked up at the crumbling city walls and the nearly collapsed city gate, feeling a sense of desolation. Backwind City was indeed quiet. To the left of the city stretched highlands for dozens of miles, atop which lay a forest that seemed to conceal human soldiers. To the right of the city was a plain, which also featured a forest.
"Where exactly is their main force?"
The Demon Lord pondered quietly. He spread out his cultivation and suddenly realized that the presence of Wind Spirit and Lin Feng had blended into the army.
"Jiang Aiqing."
"This General is here." Jiang Wannian stepped forward.
"You will lead your Jiang Army to tentatively strike from the enemy's left flank and ascertain their strength. I have a premonition that their heavy troops are hidden within the left flank."
"Understood, this General will certainly secure the position." Jiang Wannian replied confidently.
"Jiang Aiqing is a friend of my royal family. There is no need to push too hard; if you encounter the enemy's main force, you may decide to retreat on your own."
"Your Majesty need not worry; my Jiang Army will fight to the last soldier and will never retreat. We will definitely secure the position."
"Very well, I look forward to your victorious news."
"Brothers, the Demon Lord stands atop the high slope waiting for our victory report. For everyone's future, let us carve a bloody path together!"
Jiang Wannian set out with the Jiang Army, while the Demon Lord immediately arranged his troops. He ordered Heishan to lead another large force into battle. Soon after, the Barbarian forces also split into two armies and advanced.
The assault of the Demon Barbarian Army was like a tsunami, shaking the very earth beneath them, unstoppable. Under the iron hooves of the Demon Barbarian Army, the ground seemed to slowly sink.
"The real battle has begun."
President Shuai Feng Ling Er had trained soldiers since childhood and was quite renowned for her skills. She watched as dust rose from the left flank of the Demon Barbarian Army, obscuring the sun, knowing that this left wing was the main attacking force. Opposing them was the allied army led by Lin Feng.
"A force this large is trying to draw out our main troops?"
Wind Spirit furrowed her brow and waved her flag, saying, "Order Lin Feng to lead the allied forces to engage with the Demon Barbarian Army in battle. Since they want to see our main force, let them know just how formidable it is."
"Inform Lin Feng. We absolutely cannot allow the Demon Barbarian Army to capture the mountain forest positions."
Thunderous roars echoed...
The allied forces were composed of the strongest Armored Soldiers from the Northern Frontier Army, along with the renowned Mystic Cavalry from the Wind Army. A thunderous vibration resonated as the ground trembled violently beneath their feet. Ahead, clouds of dust billowed, yet nothing obscured anyone's vision.
"Xuan Nu, prepare to fire."
With Lin Feng's command, a shadow appeared in the sky, formed by countless crossbow bolts.
The front line of Jiang Wannian's troops encountered fire from Xuan Nu, and soldiers were frequently thrown from their horses. The powerful Xuan Nu had incredible penetrating power, piercing through some bodies and killing them instantly; others were pinned to the ground. Blood began to stain the earth from that moment on, a sight too horrific to bear.
As Xuan Nu unleashed a fierce barrage, Jiang Wannian's troops began to slow their advance. The Shield Bearers raised their cultivation to its peak and stood at the front of the formation. Those behind pushed forward against the Shield Bearers to minimize casualties.
A moment later, Jiang Wannian's troops surged into the forest.
"Kill!"
The thunderous shout echoed through the mountains, reverberating throughout the woods. Jiang Wannian's forces were caught off guard, and a wave of panic swept over them.
Led by Lin Feng, the Armored Soldiers emerged from the grass and trees, their blades glinting in the sunlight.
Upon realizing that the attackers were from the human race, everyone paused for a moment before fury surged within them.
"Brothers, let us slay these traitors who have angered both gods and men!"
Thousands of Armored Soldiers charged down from above, while Jiang Wannian's cavalry struggled to advance from below. The two sides quickly clashed, each person fighting fiercely against their enemies, their cultivation reaching its peak.
Intense Vital Energy surged within each individual, creating an overwhelming presence.
Lin Feng, clad in Golden Armor, was truly invincible. As a rare Compatibility Level among Armored Soldiers and wearing the Golden Armor, Lin Feng had reached the mid-stage of Enlightenment through his terrifying cultivation. At this moment, his true strength was unmatched below the Master Realm.
Wherever Lin Feng passed, countless heads fell to the ground.
Soon, Jiang Wannian arrived and was momentarily stunned upon seeing Lin Feng. Then he rejoiced, saying, "Lin Feng, this is indeed the main force of the enemy. If I can capture Lin Feng, it will be a great achievement worthy of a noble title."
"Lin Feng, come here and die!" Jiang Wannian bellowed.
Lin Feng looked at Jiang Wannian not far away and recalled the Southern Border War when he had colluded with the demon race Barbarian, nearly costing Tang Jiner her life and almost leading to his own demise.
“Rogue Jiang, today I, Lin Feng, will take your head,” Lin Feng declared, his voice filled with killing intent, his eyes harboring a cold and ruthless glint.
“Just you? Enlightenment stage Foundation? I could crush you with just two fingers,” Jiang Wannian scoffed.
“I don’t even need to lift a finger; I can kill you just by looking at you.”
As Lin Feng spoke, he did not pause for a moment, rushing toward Jiang Wannian with the fastest speed. As he drew near, he threw an object. It shimmered with golden light, blinding to behold.
“Relying on a mere treasure to defeat me? You’re dreaming.”
Jiang Wannian did not underestimate him either; he activated Fire Departure Sect's Manifestation of Divine Powers and summoned his Destiny Artifact—a flame spear, a Ninth-Grade Treasure.
“Roar…”
The golden object surged forward, colliding with Jiang Wannian’s flame spear. Instantly, a terrifying force struck him, forcing him to retreat seven steps. The golden light was also repelled back.
“What kind of treasure is this? So domineering? Could it be a Sacred Artifact?”
After the golden object landed, it no longer curled up but slowly unfurled into a Spirit Monkey. It stared coldly at Jiang Wannian.
Seeing the true form of the golden object, Jiang Wannian exclaimed in surprise, “A spirit beast? You actually brought an Ancient Spirit Beast with you?”
Then he added, “However, this spirit beast hasn’t truly matured yet. To kill me is still insufficient.”
“Grandmaster-level strongmen’s Essence Blood must taste exquisite.”
"Roar..."
With a series of roars, she leaped across the ground. She had no magical artifacts. With her terrifying diamond-like physique, she could withstand the might of Jiang Wannian's flame gun.
Jiang Wannian was exhausted from battling the Spirit Monkey. Lin Feng said, "I'll pass. No need to intervene; I can watch you die."
Lin Feng deliberately crossed his arms over his chest, watching the battle with an air of amusement.
Is this what you call watching? Is this your strength fighting against me?
Jiang Wannian was so furious he spat blood; he couldn't afford to be distracted. The Spirit Monkey struck with such force that it could shatter the void. Moreover, its attack speed was incredibly fast, leaving Jiang Wannian no room for error.
At that moment, a scout returned to the Demon Lord: "Reporting to Your Majesty, it has been confirmed that Lin Feng leads the Northern Frontier Army in battle against General Jiang."
"What is the situation?" the Demon Lord asked.
"It's currently a stalemate."
"The mountainous region must be secured. Order the Black Mountain Centaurs to provide reinforcements and ensure they swiftly eliminate the Northern Frontier Army," the Demon Lord commanded.
Above the mountains, Lin Feng certainly would not remain idle. With his strength enhanced by the Golden Armor, a full-force strike from him could threaten even those at the Master Realm.
Lin Feng summoned Longing Tears, unleashing all his cultivation power. He activated all the Ninth-Rank Swords within Longing Tears. The might of these Ninth-Rank Swords far surpassed that of Xuan Nu, capable of devastating the land.
Dozens of Ninth-Rank Swords had once belonged to masters whose foundations were at least at the Master Realm. Now, they revealed their power once more, their malevolent aura coalescing.
In the void, terrifying Vital Energy coalesced around dozens of Ninth-Rank Swords.
"Fall."
With Lin Feng's command, the dozens of Ninth-Rank Swords all descended upon Jiang Wannian.
Thunderous Roar...
An unimaginable, intense sound erupted, transforming the mountainous terrain into a crater. The protective phenomenon surrounding Jiang Wannian shattered and vanished.
Jiang Wannian was taken aback. Although dozens of Ninth-Rank Swords were enough to astonish a Master Realm cultivator, Lin Feng was merely in the mid-stage of Enlightenment. How could he unleash such power capable of injuring someone from the Master Realm?
Even for top-tier cultivators, achieving a battle beyond their level was already incredible. Yet Lin Feng, now surpassing two levels, had unleashed a force that harmed someone above the Master Realm—this was simply impossible.
Without the protection of the phenomenon, Jiang Wannian felt the pressure from the onslaught multiply. He found himself in a tight spot and couldn't help but shout in anger, "Aren't you just watching me die without intervening?" (To be continued)
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