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Chapter 332: Mission Rewards
Chapter 332: Mission Rewards
September 25, 2017
The last time Lu HaiKong came to Dingxiang, he did not bring the Darkwind Legion.
At that time, Lu HaiKong had the 'Tomb Guardian Summoning Order' and Dian Wei, along with the Phantom Guard. He also had a team of three battalions ready to act at any moment.
This time, Lu HaiKong brought the Darkwind Legion directly, mainly because he originally intended to flex his muscles before leaving. The most preparation he made was for the deployment of the Darkwind Legion.
Unexpectedly, the Darkwind Legion, which was supposed to be just for show, ended up playing a significant role.
Under the leadership of Second Zhao and Zhao Gang, the Darkwind Legion split into two teams, each led by one of them, and directly charged into the Dingxiang County Troops.
The Dingxiang County Troops were actually quite capable, with an average strength of 20 and decent equipment, far surpassing the county troops in every aspect.
However, when compared to the Darkwind Legion, the difference was staggering. Under the Darkwind Legion's assault, the Dingxiang County Troops had no capacity to resist.
Over seventy percent of the Darkwind Legion members were Excellent Level Bandits, and the rest were all Swiftwind Bandits. Their standard equipment included an Elite Level Bow, a Fine Cloud Armor, and an Ordinary Spear.
While they might be slightly inferior in equipment to the Zhang Family Guard, the guard had suffered heavy casualties, and even if they were alive, they were infantry. There was always a difference between infantry and cavalry, and it was uncertain if they could withstand the Darkwind Legion. As for the Dingxiang County Troops, their equipment was far inferior.)
With inferior strength, suppressed by the enemy's cavalry, and inferior equipment, what could the Dingxiang County Troops do but face slaughter?
Even though the Darkwind Legion, due to Lu HaiKong's presence in the encirclement, abandoned their most proficient mounted archery tactics, the outcome remained the same. In less than half an hour, the Dingxiang County Troops were thoroughly scattered, and Lu HaiKong's encirclement was broken.
During this time, the archers on the wall did make a futile attempt to resist. They dared to shoot arrows at the Darkwind Legion, and in response, the Legion returned fire with their bows.
The walls of Dingxiang County were much taller than Lu HaiKong's, reaching a height of thirty meters. But what did it matter? The Darkwind Legion's range exceeded a hundred meters, and with the Elite Level Bows, they easily overcame the height advantage.
A barrage of arrows rained down, leaving the archers on the wall dead or injured. After several volleys, they dared not show their heads again.
With the Darkwind Legion dominating the archers on the wall and crushing the Dingxiang County Troops below, the battle quickly came to an end.
Knowing they could not win, the Dingxiang County Troops, after suffering heavy casualties, eventually laid down their weapons and surrendered.
"Congratulations on your victory! You have gained 50,000 Skill XP and a Silver Chest."
"Congratulations on completing the mission 'Ten-Faced Ambush' with an 'Excellent' rating! You have obtained a Golden Chest.
You have also received a 'Hero Trait Insight Scroll'.
Additionally, you have earned a 'Random Building Upgrade Reward' (Please claim this reward at the Bandit Camp)."
After the Darkwind Legion's effortless victory, the system notifications followed, but Lu HaiKong temporarily ignored them.
"Where is Zhang He? Have him come out for a talk."
Below the wall, Lu HaiKong spoke with the confidence of a victor.
Soon after Lu HaiKong's words, Zhang He, escorted by Li Ke, climbed the wall. Glancing at Zhang Yang, who was being trampled by Ma Pin, Zhang He couldn't help but shake his head.
Despite this guy's recent arrival in Dingxiang County and the trouble he's caused, Zhang He, as an observer, could tell that Zhang Yang wasn't incompetent. In fact, he was quite capable, but his impatience got the better of him. If he had taken the time to understand the situation, perhaps a few months' time, he wouldn't be in such a sorry state now.
At this moment, Zhang He realized that Lu Haikong had intended to flex his muscles, but Zhang Yang's bad luck had put him right in the line of fire.
However, Zhang He no longer wanted to delve into the intricacies of the matter. All he wanted now was to resolve the issue at hand.
Looking at Lu Haikong, who was standing below the city walls, Zhang He opened his mouth but could only manage a bitter smile. "Chief Lu, what's going on here?"
"What's going on? It's a bit of a headache for me. I came here for our meeting, and this is what they did to me. But for you, it shouldn't be a problem, right? I helped you deal with a competitor."
Lu Haikong, looking like he'd hit the jackpot, continued, "Forget it. I won't waste words with you. You see the situation here. Can you take care of this mess?"
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The usually mild-mannered Zhang He's face darkened as he complained, "Clean up the mess? How? You, Chief Lu, waved your hand and killed thousands of county troops right under the county city, in full view of everyone. How do you expect me to clean up after such a blatant act?"
"Then I'll leave it to you. Your Zhang family caused this mess, and now I can only ask you to clean it up. If you can suppress this matter, that's best. Have those who just attacked me compensate me with 500,000 gold for mental distress. We can continue our business afterward."
Lu Haikong paused, his face radiating Zhang Yang's wild and domineering aura. "If you can't handle it, it's no big deal. You can come and besiege me if you want. Anyway, I've made enough money these past months. There's more than enough food in the mountain stronghold to last. If we stop doing business, I'll stand up to you. I don't believe my current resources won't last until the Yellow Turban Rebellion."
"But you all should think this through. Do you want to earn hundreds of thousands of gold a month, or do you want the county to besiege my stronghold? If the siege doesn't go well, the lives of these aristocratic families in Dingxiang might not be so pleasant."
Lu Haikong's words were directed at Zhang He, but they were meant for all the aristocratic families in Dingxiang.
This was a blatant and intimidating threat, and while not everyone understood it, those who needed to did.
"Enough. I've said what I needed to. I'll leave things here today. I'll take all the officers from these county troops with me. After you've dealt with this matter, I'll send someone to discuss the redemption of these officers with you. If you can't handle it, prepare to collect their bodies!"
After saying this, Lu Haikong ignored Zhang He and turned to command the Black Gale Legion to bring out the disarmed officers from the Dingxiang County troops.
At the same time, Ma Pin, who had been on the wall, disappeared without a trace, leaving only Zhang Yang, who lay there like a dead dog.
(End of Chapter)
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