You're Not A Lord Of The Apocalypse Chapter 703: Barely Surviving After Just Showing Up - Novel Cool

Chapter 703: Barely Surviving After Just Showing Up

Chapter 703: Barely Surviving After Just Showing Up

She Xi was now somewhat questioning his existence. He had just led his troops to show up, only to find himself on the receiving end of a fierce attack from the other side, nearly losing his life. It was a rather awkward situation.

The higher-ups of the Snake People were also relatively quiet. In their eyes, this was supposed to be a smooth and swift victory, with the humans fleeing in disarray.

However, the outcome was completely unexpected.

"High Priest, we should retreat. It seems the humans were well-prepared," a Snake Person said with a hint of dissatisfaction.

"I suspect there are traitors among our ranks, otherwise how could the humans know our target?" She Xi’s expression was grim as he ignored the previous Snake Person’s words.

"This—"

"It’s impossible. The gates of the Uhisu region have never been opened. How could there be any connection between our people and the humans?"

"How is it impossible? Just last month, I purged over two thousand and five hundred traitors. Why can’t there be more traitors now?" She Xi immediately interrupted, his stubbornness unwavering. Once he made up his mind, nothing could sway him.

These words left the other Snake People speechless. To them, the preparation phase of that month was like a human disaster. Arrests, executions—no one dared to speak up, as those who tried to defend others were labeled as accomplices and met the same fate.

Thus, after She Xi spoke, the other Snake People did not argue with him. It was clear that he was looking for another reason to execute more Snake People, or else why bring it up now?

So they all remained calm, essentially giving him free rein to say whatever he wanted.

"What? Do any of you have objections?" She Xi’s temper flared upon seeing the Snake People’s indifference.

His suspicion grew that there were definitely remnants among them, otherwise, how could they be so calm?

As this suspicion deepened, he was convinced that this defeat was the work of the remnants.

‘Damn old fool, even in death, you won’t let me rest, leaving behind such a significant contingency plan.’ She Xi cursed inwardly.

In the original plan, a resounding victory in the first battle would have greatly boosted the morale of the Snake People. However, a defeat would have severe consequences.

Moreover, his plan did not account for any possibility of losing, which left him without any solutions, plunging everything into a deadlock.

"I dare not, I dare not. The decision should be left to you, High Priest."

"..."

The Snake People’s higher-ups had no intention of provoking She Xi. If not for his formidable strength and the backing of Snake Father, he would have been dealt with long ago.

"Very well, since... " Just as She Xi was about to speak, a Snake Person rushed in.

"High Priest, the humans are attacking the city. What should we do?" The Snake Person was visibly panicked, having just suffered a defeat, and now facing another attack.

She Xi’s eyes flashed with anger. "Just a bunch of blood food. Come, arm yourselves. Today, we will tear them apart."

She Xi was furious at the humans for daring to attack. If it were the Qian Emperor, it would be one thing, but for a mere general to dare challenge him was another matter entirely.

The other Snake People exchanged glances and had no choice but to follow him out.

In less than half an hour, they were still unprepared, and the sounds of battle were growing closer.

"Chen Xiaoer, today, I will use your flesh and blood to toast!" She Xi led the Snake People out in a chaotic manner, looking like a disorganized mob.

Chen Liuhuan couldn’t help but laugh when he saw She Xi. "Heh, I thought you would retreat after the last defeat. Looks like you have no understanding of military strategy at all."

In this situation, Chen Liuhuan was speechless. These Snake People had clearly received no training. Their battle cries were deafening, but as their commander, She Xi knew nothing about strategy.

Previously, they had ambushed the Snake People, and now, during the pursuit, he had expected to find an empty camp. He never imagined such a pleasant surprise.

Even the troops were scattered, relying on their own initiative without any command or coordination.

"Hmph, courting death!" She Xi was seething with anger. He had been so respected in the court of the Great Qian Dynasty; now, a mere general dared to challenge him. He was the head of all officials, and at that time, generals didn’t even have the right to enter the imperial court.

"Old Snake, I am not your match. Your real opponent is someone else." Chen Liuhuan pulled on his horse's reins and passed by She Xi, using his long spear to block the attack.

"Are you the one who escaped from the imperial capital?" A voice, calm yet tinged with madness, echoed.

She Xi was forced to retreat several dozen steps, and then a lightning whip-like strike flashed across, narrowly missing him thanks to his quick reflexes.

Then he saw a middle-aged man in a green robe, seemingly unremarkable, but the moment She Xi laid eyes on him, he felt as if he were witnessing the dismemberment of a Snake Person.

"I have dissected many Snake People. Do you know where Snake People are the most vulnerable?" Wang Kai's voice hadn't finished when his body moved like lightning, and his hands lunged at She Xi's spine, aiming for the seven-inch mark.

"Damn it!" She Xi parried with his hand, but the other's attacks were aimed at his vital points, and his techniques were extremely effective against him.

'If not for the suppression of the Great Qian Dynasty's national fortune, this mere blood food would not be able to withstand my aura.' She Xi's face was full of frustration. Although he had anticipated this possibility, he never imagined it would actually happen, which left him raging with fury.

"Not only Snake People, but whether it's Ghoul Eaters or Maggot Walkers, I know their weaknesses. Over two years, I compiled a martial arts technique called the 'Compendium of Ten Thousand Races,' specifically to counter such races. Unfortunately, all other races have been eradicated except for the Snake People, so I can only test it on you."

As Wang Kai spoke, he channeled the national fortune, personal fortune, and true qi, and with a single grab, he tore off a layer of scales from She Xi's neck. Without the weakening effect of the Great Qian Dynasty's national fortune, Wang Kai's efforts would have been futile, but there were no ifs or buts.

She Xi was also filled with lingering fear. If he hadn't dodged quickly, half of his neck would have been torn off.

"Under the national fortune of the Great Qian Dynasty, even a powerful being like you can only match me. Truly, this is interesting." Wang Kai's attacks grew even more fierce, and She Xi's scales were torn off in large quantities.

Despite being suppressed, the remnants of his 8th rank power gave She Xi enough strength to dodge, though he was left with numerous injuries.

He had also thought about counterattacking, but every time he extended his hand, Wang Kai would grab a large chunk of his scales and flesh, even risking injury to himself to do so.

Seeing this, She Xi gritted his teeth and shouted, "Retreat!"

At this point, what else could he do but run? He was not cut out for leading troops, or more bluntly, there was no one in the Snake People who was.

For now, he could only temporarily retreat to the Uhisu region.

Otherwise, all the Snake People would be wiped out here, with not a single one returning.

Even if they couldn't win, they could still run.

But a group of Snake People fleeing in disarray looked rather comical.

"Should we pursue them?" Chen Liuhuan asked as he rode up.

"No need. His Majesty still has use for these Snake People. Just drive them back underground." Wang Kai, though he wanted to annihilate the Snake People, was rational enough to know he couldn't ruin the grand plan.

"Sound the retreat." Chen Liuhuan didn't ask why and immediately gave the order.

Pursuing them also carried risks. Inside the Uhisu region, the national fortune of the Great Qian Dynasty did not exist, and the Snake People would regain their full strength, making them formidable opponents.

"Grand Historian, when will you break through to the Sixth Realm?" On the way back, the two chatted casually.

"Difficult. The Fifth Realm involves integrating one's own martial arts and techniques. This 'Compendium of Ten Thousand Races' is my masterpiece. General Chen, you can take a look; perhaps it will give you some insights." Wang Kai, not a petty person, handed over his specialized martial arts techniques for killing the races to Chen Liuhuan.

Chen Liuhuan didn't hesitate and accepted it immediately. "Since that's the case, I won't decline. If Grand Historian needs anything in the future, feel free to come to me."

Debts of gratitude must be repaid; otherwise, it would be like taking something for nothing. Once he reached the Fifth Realm and integrated his own martial arts and techniques into a book, he would also give Wang Kai a copy.

There was no need to worry about revealing his secrets. Martial arts were about continuous improvement and overcoming weaknesses. Besides, martial arts were about the person, not the techniques themselves. The same technique could be used differently by different people.

(End of Chapter)

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