Chapter 205: Li Xiong's Crisis
Chapter 205: Li Xiong's Crisis
September 25, 2017
In reality, Kou Ming didn't need to react so dramatically. At this point, the private armies of the seven families, and even the county troops, had been mobilized and assembled. There was no turning back now.
Even if Li Xiong exposed everything, these greedy families, driven by their selfish interests, would not give up their attack on the mountain camp. Kou Ming, in his anxious state, wanted to take action, but this only made Li Xiong's divisive tactics more effective.
Seeing the private soldiers surrounding Kou Ming, Li Xiong showed no fear. Instead, he smiled and continued, "So, you're getting angry and embarrassed. The Wang family is a bunch of fickle and untrustworthy people. I advise the Qiangyin families to stay away from them; associating with them will bring you no benefits."
As soon as Li Xiong finished speaking, he clapped his hands and said, "No, no, that's not right!"
This sudden action startled everyone, and they wondered what he was up to. But then they saw Li Xiong looking at Kou Ming, his smile fading, replaced by an incredibly solemn and cold expression. "Since the Wang family is so eager to meet their end, I believe my lord will grant their wish."
His tone was not as intense as before, and his voice not as loud, but it sent a chill down Kou Ming's spine.
Kou Ming roared in anger, almost driven mad by Li Xiong's words. He couldn't understand why, despite having the upper hand, he was the one left flustered after this verbal exchange: "Why are you all standing there? Capture this mountain bandit for me!"
"Capture me? You must be joking. Do you really think a bunch of chickens and dogs like you can stop me?"
Li Xiong let out a cold laugh. Lu HaiKong, by his side, handed a long spear to Li Xiong, who took it and gently caressed it as if it were a beloved lover.
"Yunlong Spear, my precious Yunlong Spear, given to me by my lord. Until now, I've not let you taste blood, but today you shall be unsheathed and quenched in the blood of our enemies!"
"Elite Guard, follow my command! Let's charge forward!"
With Li Xiong's order, a wild and tiger-like aura emanated from him.
All along, Li Xiong had been known as a scholar, and many were aware of his origins from Black Wind Fort and his previous position as the second-in-command there. However, no one had ever considered Li Xiong to be exceptionally powerful.
Naturally, people assumed Li Xiong to be a strategist, but in reality, three months ago, when Lu HaiKong bestowed upon him a soulstone, Li Xiong's strength had already reached an impressive 69. After several months of honing his skills and with occasional guidance from Dian Wei, Li Xiong's strength had naturally broken through to 70.
Although his innate talent and the soulstone might limit his potential, his current strength of 70 was not to be underestimated, especially with ten mountain bandit bodyguards by his side.
With their combined might, the hundred or so people surrounding Li Xiong were no match for them. Even without Dian Wei, who had been temporarily detained in the mountain camp by Lu HaiKong, Li Xiong's safety was assured.
However, even without Dian Wei, Li Xiong's strength was generally sufficient for self-defense.
With the Yunlong Spear in hand, Li Xiong charged forward, leading the way. The Tiger King Spear Technique, inherited from Li Hu, felt different in Li Xiong's hands, exuding a restrained yet ferocious aura.
With unstoppable momentum, Li Xiong's might, coupled with the power of the Yunlong Spear, made him an unstoppable force. No one could match him in a single bout.
"Impressive, Li Xiong! I never expected you to possess such strength, but today, you won't escape Qiangyin County!"
Kou Ming, upon witnessing Li Xiong's formidable strength, couldn't hide his astonishment. His face revealed surprise as he brandished his steel blade, charging towards Li Xiong. As he lunged forward, a fiery aura emanated from Kou Ming, indicating he was also a warrior with strength beyond seventy.
Kou Ming's attack halted Li Xiong's unstoppable advance, and the two warriors, both with strength surpassing seventy, clashed in a fierce battle.
Kou Ming's combat style was aggressive, and despite wielding a short blade, he was the aggressor. His techniques seemed to focus solely on offense, lacking any defensive maneuvers.
In contrast, Li Xiong's cautious nature influenced his combat style, favoring a more composed approach. Truthfully, Li Xiong's personality didn't align with the extreme offensiveness of the Tiger King Art and the Tiger King Spear Technique. However, with the Tiger King Art in his possession, Li Xiong still managed to infuse his unique style into his combat.
His movements were like flowing water, graceful and restrained.
Regardless of Kou Ming's relentless attacks, Li Xiong, despite wielding a spear ill-suited for defense, effortlessly blocked every strike.
Of course, if Li Xiong merely displayed the 'Flowing Water Style,' he wouldn't do justice to the wisdom of Dian Wei, who had instructed him countless times over the past few months. The Tiger King Spear Technique, in Li Xiong's hands, had an additional layer, and he was about to reveal it."
As Kou Ming's assault reached its climax, delivering a deadly blow, Li Xiong's aura transformed. The once restrained energy became as fierce as a raging river. His spear struck like a pouncing tiger, swift and powerful.
This was Li Xiong's first offensive move in their battle, and true to his style, a single spear thrust was all he needed.
Li Xiong's spear found the opening in Kou Ming's defense, piercing his heart, swiftly eliminating the warrior who had initially dominated him.
"Who else dares stand in my way?"
The crowd stood in awe, witnessing the battle's conclusion.
Li Xiong casually tossed aside Kou Ming's body, his gaze sweeping over the defeated private army of the aristocratic family.
Under Li Xiong's overwhelming might, the private army, already suffering losses at the hands of the accompanying mountain bandit guards, began to disperse, none daring to block Li Xiong's path.
"Hmph! Let's go!"
With a satisfied wave, Li Xiong prepared to depart with the mountain bandit guards.
Just then, a round of applause echoed, and a middle-aged scholar, accompanied by a stocky warrior, stepped forward.
The scholar had been observing from the sidelines, allowing Kou Ming to take the lead to test and refine him. It was also a trial for Kou Ming; if he passed, he would be promoted to a military commander. This explained Kou Ming's tension and his susceptibility to Li Xiong's taunts."
As Li Xiong made his move, the middle-aged scholar intended to intervene, but Li Xiong's swift attack had already claimed Kou Ming's life.
"I thought you were a frail scholar, but your martial skills are impressive. You truly are a versatile talent," the scholar sighed.
Li Xiong, gazing at the scholar and the stocky warrior beside him, felt a wave of melancholy. He knew he wouldn't be leaving Qiangyin County anytime soon.
(Chapter End)
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