Chapter 128: The Battle Commences
"Xiong Er, what's the situation? Has Yu Hua returned?"
In the county town, within a certain residence, Wang Cang's face was gloomy.
He had sent his second disciple out to run an errand, but he had disappeared for quite some time now.
Wang Cang thought that the young brat had failed his task and didn't dare to face him.
After all, his second disciple was always up to no good, cunning, and full of tricks.
But now, he had a bad feeling about this.
"There's no news of the second disciple, and even the people he sent from that small gang haven't returned. However, those who went out to search brought this back."
The burly disciple produced a slender piece of jade.
"What is this?"
Wang Cang didn't understand why his disciple had taken out this piece of jade.
"This piece of white jade is called 'Pyroxene'. It's a type of jade unique to the Northern Border, produced near our Tiancang Sect. The ribs of the jade fan that the second disciple usually uses are made from this pyroxene."
"Also, there were quite a few bloodstains found around where this fan rib was discovered."
"Similarly, a few leagues away, our people found a large pit containing some charred remains that hadn't been completely burned."
The burly disciple explained.
"What do you mean?" Wang Cang's heart sank.
"I suspect that the second disciple has met with misfortune, and even the small gang he took with him didn't escape," the burly disciple speculated.
In fact, from the information brought back by those sent out, he felt that this speculation was most likely true.
Otherwise, even with his second disciple's audacity, he wouldn't dare to stay away for so long without reporting back.
"Good, very good!" Wang Cang's face turned darker, and he trembled with rage. "Who dares to cross me, Wang Cang? Killing several of my disciples... Do they think I'm made of mud and can be trampled upon?"
Feeling the terrifying killing intent emanating from his master, the burly disciple's heart turned cold as well.
He knew that his master was truly enraged this time.
"Master, what should we do now? The Wei family continues to resist stubbornly and refuses to surrender. With this mysterious force lurking in the shadows, do we continue to wait?"
The burly disciple, too, felt frustrated.
Their Tiancang Sect was well-known in the Northern Border, and their name alone was enough to strike fear into the hearts of most.
Yet, in this remote place, they had suffered repeated setbacks. Several disciples had died under mysterious circumstances, and they didn't even know the culprit.
Never had their sect suffered such a loss!
"What's there to wait for? If we continue to hesitate, I fear that even you might be in danger one day." Wang Cang replied coldly.
"Since someone wants to break the rules and take advantage, then don't blame me for turning the tables!"
"Xiong Er, gather our forces immediately. We attack the Wei residence today, and I want it flattened by nightfall!"
"But Master, without the second and third disciples, we lack sufficient Inner Core Realm fighters. I'm afraid we won't be able to break through Wei Family's Silver Moon Battle Formation." The burly disciple said anxiously.
"It doesn't matter. When the time comes, I will step in and assist. That Silver Moon Battle Formation is nothing to fear." Wang Cang said indifferently.
"But Master, if you take action, what about the Holy Mountain's edict..." The burly disciple was shocked.
If they were anywhere else, they might have been able to cover up their actions by killing witnesses.
However, they were in the county town, under the watchful eyes of the County Master's Manor. It would be impossible to hide their actions from everyone.
"At this point, do you still want us to back down? So be it if we violate the Holy Mountain's edict. At most, I'll imprison myself in the Holy Mountain for ten years after this. Stop wasting time, and do as I say!"
Wang Cang was determined to obtain the treasure in the Wei family's possession.
"As long as I can obtain that treasure, it would be worth it even if I were imprisoned for ten years."
Hearing his master's words, the burly disciple knew that his decision was final, and there was no dissuading him.
He could only obey and said, "Yes, Master. I will go prepare now."
After the burly disciple left, Wang Cang looked up to the sky, his eyes filled with determination.
"No matter who you are, if you want to take advantage of me, Wang Cang, you'll have to show me what you're made of!"
"Wang, have you really made up your mind?"
At that moment, a voice rang out, and a white-haired, ruddy-faced elder walked out from inside.
Apparently, he had overheard the conversation between Wang Cang and his disciple.
"Indeed, Zhao, I would appreciate your help." Wang Cang seemed unsurprised by the elder's presence and spoke sincerely to him.
"Alright." The ruddy-faced elder sighed. "Although I don't agree with your decision to kill and steal, I owe you my life. This time, I'll consider it as returning the favor."
"Brother Zhao, you're too kind. As for the Wei family, only their head, Wei Xinghe, has reached the peak of the Inner Core Realm. With your help, defeating him will be as easy as lifting a hand," Wang Cang said.
The ruddy-faced elder shook his head without saying anything further.
If it were that easy, Wang Cang wouldn't have waited for so long.
When he had first arrived, he could have directly attacked the Wei family.
Obviously, the Wei family had something more formidable up their sleeves.
The burly disciple was efficient, and soon a large group of martial artists gathered in the courtyard of the residence.
"Master, everyone is assembled," the burly disciple reported.
"Mm." Wang Cang acknowledged and then turned to the ruddy-faced elder, "Brother Zhao, thank you for your help."
Not long after, a large group of martial artists left the residence and headed toward the Wei Residence.
Such a big commotion naturally caught the attention of those with a vested interest in the county town.
In the County Master's Manor, the man with phoenix eyes received a report from his subordinate, and his heart sank. "So, they're finally making their move?"
It had been peaceful in the county for quite some days, so much so that he almost thought the mysterious force had given up.
"Quickly, go and invite Zhi Rui over!"
"County Master, Zhi Rui is not in his room."
Hearing that Zhi Rui was not in his room, the phoenix-eyed man's heart sank further. He knew that this time, things would get serious.
He vanished from the courtyard and rushed out of the manor.
At that moment, dozens of martial artists had gathered outside the Wei Residence.
"Wei Xinghe, I'm giving you one last chance. Will you surrender or not?" The burly disciple stood at the forefront and bellowed.
"Hahaha! I've already given my answer to this question. There will only be Wei family members who die in battle, never those who surrender!" Wei Xinghe's voice rang out from within the residence.
"Good! Since you're so stubborn, don't blame us for being ruthless!" The burly disciple had expected this answer.
His expression turned solemn as he raised his hand high and brought it down with a sweeping gesture.
"Kill! Leave no one alive in the Wei family!"
"Yes!"
As soon as he finished speaking, several burly men stepped forward, wielding heavy meteor hammers. They swung them with great force, building up speed before hurling them toward the Wei family's solemn and majestic crimson gate.
Boom!
Under the impact of this powerful force, the gate of the Wei Residence crumbled and fell.
(End of Chapter)
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