Chapter 272: Li Xiong's Return
Chapter 272: Li Xiong's Return
September 25, 2017
The one who was most keenly aware of Wang Ti's transformation was none other than Zhao Er, his current rival.
The battle between the two was nearing its end, and just as Zhao Er was about to defeat Wang Ti, Wang Ti's sudden change disrupted Zhao Er's rhythm.
Zhao Er, a practitioner of the Vermilion Phoenix Flame and Spear Techniques, focused on offense. Due to the gap in strength between Wang Ti and himself, Zhao Er had never unleashed his most ferocious attacks, instead opting to control the pace of the offense. After all, only such a sparring session would truly benefit Zhao Er in his assessment of Wang Ti.
However, once this offensive rhythm was disrupted, it became a troublesome situation for Zhao Er. Even more troublesome was Wang Ti's current state of excitement. After breaking Zhao Er's rhythm, Wang Ti launched a fierce attack.
Practicing Pei Yuan Shao's Vicious Vital Art, Wang Ti unleashed a surge of malevolent spirit energy upon his breakthrough. He knew not of restraint as the energy overwhelmed him.
Wang Ti executed the Vicious Eighteen Saber Techniques, including the secret move that Pei Yuan Shao had previously used against Lu Hai Kong. With his guandao, he slashed out one cut after another, disrupting Zhao Er's defense.
The secret move of the Vicious Eighteen Saber Techniques involved eighteen consecutive slashes. The first slash was not particularly powerful, allowing Zhao Er to block it easily. But each subsequent slash grew stronger than the last, making it increasingly difficult for Zhao Er to defend against.
Previously, Wang Ti could only manage fifteen slashes, but in this state, he had clearly made a breakthrough. He continued slashing beyond fifteen, while Zhao Er's defense became increasingly strained.
As Wang Ti's sixteenth slash landed, Zhao Er's spear trembled in his hands. On the seventeenth slash, Zhao Er's spear slipped from his grasp. When Wang Ti unleashed the eighteenth slash, a surge of malevolent spirit energy erupted from his entire being, making him resemble a god of war. The seventeenth layer of power he had accumulated culminated in a final slash towards Zhao Er.
Ding!
Wang Ti's final slash did not land on Zhao Er. Just as it was about to strike him, Lu Hai Kong appeared before Zhao Er, effortlessly blocking Wang Ti's attack with a spear he had casually picked up from the training ground. In truth, Zhao Er would not have died even without Lu Hai Kong's intervention, but sustaining some injuries was inevitable. Lu Hai Kong had come to ensure Zhao Er did not suffer unnecessarily.
With Lu Hai Kong's intervention, the sparring session officially concluded. After regaining his composure, Wang Ti sincerely apologized to Zhao Er.
The two had spent some time together in the Fire Regiment and understood each other's temperaments. Zhao Er would not hold a grudge either.
After a brief chat in the training ground, Lu Hai Kong took them directly to Zhao Lun. Whether it was Wang Ti or Zhao Er, they had both come to the Fire Regiment to improve themselves. Now, with both their strengths surpassing the 7th layer, Lu Hai Kong would not let them stay in the Fire Regiment and waste their time.
After meeting Zhao Lun and a brief introduction between Wang Ti and Zhao Lun, Lu Hai Kong led Wang Ti and Zhao Er out of the Fire Regiment.
As for their destination after leaving the Fire Regiment, Lu Hai Kong had already decided when he first entered. Wang Yi was currently in the Fire Regiment, shouldering the responsibilities of the Tactics Hall. It seemed unlikely that he would emerge from there anytime soon.
Wang Yi's Third Battalion had always been under Zhao Gang's command, and he managed it effortlessly when the army was smaller. However, as the forces expanded, Zhao Gang found himself overwhelmed.
The Third Battalion, with its three thousand strong troops, deserved its own general. Among the available options, Wang Ti stood out as the most suitable candidate.
Although there was also Zhao Er, his martial skills had improved significantly in recent months, but his leadership abilities left much to be desired. Zhao Er seemed to have his heart set on martial arts, so he wasn't ready to take on a leadership role just yet.
Zhao Gang didn't plan to keep Zhao Er by his side; instead, he intended to assign Zhao Er to Zhao Gang as his deputy, allowing Zhao Gang to mentor and refine his skills.
Additionally, Lu Hai Kong had some free time and planned to initiate a project to refine and strengthen his troops. Two units were selected for this endeavor: the Elite Guard Battalion under Pan Feng's command, and the Black Gale Legion.
The Elite Guard Battalion had a higher starting point, with recruits boasting a strength of 25. The recruitment period was relatively short, taking only a month. Moreover, the Elite Guard Battalion had shown improvement during their battle with the Tomb Guardian Army. It was evident that this unit had the potential for further enhancement. Lu Hai Kong was determined to cultivate them into an elite force.
Aside from the Elite Guard Battalion, the Black Gale Legion was the second unit Lu Hai Kong intended to focus on. The Black Gale Legion had a higher starting point than the Elite Guard Battalion, with recruits joining at 30 strength. Combined with the Gale Trait and the Light Cloud Crossbow, this unit was already a formidable light cavalry force. Lu Hai Kong eagerly anticipated the potential of this elite force if further enhanced.
It was because of Lu Hai Kong's decision to cultivate the Black Gale Legion that he wanted to assign Zhao Er to it. Lu Hai Kong had his own plans, and only he knew the full extent of them.
Lu Hai Kong summoned Wang Ti and Zhao Er, giving Wang Ti a Talent Enhancement Pill, and then sending both of them to the ranch.
Lu Hai Kong, accompanied by Wang Jun, went to find Wang Yi to discuss his plans for the future. As they arrived, before Lu Hai Kong could even broach the topic, they received news: Li Xiong had returned!
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The news invigorated both Wang Jun and Lu Hai Kong, as Li Xiong's return held great significance for the mountain camp. Li Xiong was a hardworking and dedicated individual who had recovered from his injuries a month ago. He had immediately set off for the grasslands with supplies.
Lu Hai Kong had always held Li Xiong in high regard, and upon hearing of his return, he and Wang Jun went directly to the fortified wall to welcome him.
Li Xiong's return warranted a personal greeting from Lu Hai Kong and Wang Jun. At the moment, only Li Xiong deserved such a reception.
As Lu Hai Kong and Wang Jun arrived at the wall, they saw a long line of people and livestock approaching. Leading this group was none other than Li Xiong.
The group soon reached the wall, and Li Xiong dismounted, spotting Lu Hai Kong and Wang Jun.
"Lord Lu Hai Kong, I, Li Xiong, have returned!"
(End of Chapter)
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