Chapter 759: Extermination
Chapter 759: Extermination
Chen Chuan observed the Auxiliary General lying on the ground. He had calculated the timing of this strike precisely; it appeared to be a slash, but the technique primarily focused on piercing.
As they approached each other, the spiritual perception light on the tip of his blade pierced through the skull, directly destroying the altered brain within.
The opponent seemed to have blocked the blade, but in reality, he was already too late. The subsequent movements were meaningless; they were merely the reactions of a consciousness not yet fully dissipated.
Chen Chuan expected this outcome. After achieving mental perfection, the spiritual perception he could harness wasn't just slightly enhanced; it had significantly improved.
This was because the perfection of both body and mind established a harmonious connection, allowing him to better utilize his internal and external powers without any limitations holding back his full potential.
He surveyed his surroundings. With the strongest member of the cavalry squad eliminated, the rest would be easier to handle. If he could efficiently dispatch his enemies, he wouldn't hesitate to use some practical methods.
As the deputy general fell, the surrounding soldiers began to panic and cry out in alarm. They spurred their horses and charged towards Chen Chuan from all directions.
From above, dust rose as the cavalry from all sides converged on his position.
Chen Chuan stood his ground, his blade glowing with a radiant aura. He spun and lunged forward, disappearing into the cloud of dust kicked up by the charging horses.
Simultaneously, his domain and spiritual power expanded, covering a radius of six to seven hundred meters. A powerful mental shockwave instantly radiated outward.
Despite the cavalry's full-body metal armor, those with slightly weaker strength nearby couldn't withstand the impact of his overwhelming spiritual power. Their heads spun, and in an instant, a flash of the blade cut through, slicing both man and horse in half.
The subordinates instinctively rushed to their commander's aid, but as the figure weaved through the battlefield, slashing and cutting down soldiers, their initial cries of anger and fury quickly diminished into scattered, disorganized shouts. They realized their enemy was no ordinary foe.
However, they showed no signs of retreat. This elite squad was handpicked from tens of thousands, each soldier unwavering in their determination and absolute loyalty to the Imperial Court. The death of their commander was not only a great shame but also carried immense culpability upon their return. This was something they couldn't bear, and in that moment, their only thought was to avenge their commander by defeating the enemy.
Chen Chuan's strategy in killing the commander was twofold: to eliminate the strongest opponent and disrupt their command, and to exploit the old Imperial Court's rule that the death of a commander implicates guilt upon all their subordinates.
He didn't need to pursue them; he could simply wait for them to come to him.
Witnessing their unwavering determination, Chen Chuan moved swiftly, darting back and forth. Those on horseback couldn't match his agility, and with each flash of his figure, soldiers were cut down. Only the deputy general could vaguely discern his trajectory and attempted to intercept him.
But to no avail, no matter how hard he tried, his eyes bloodshot, his body covered in altered tissue, he couldn't catch up to that elusive figure.
Until the surroundings fell silent, and the figure he pursued came to a halt, causing a rumbling sound that sent dust scattering outward.
The deputy general stared at the blurry figure in the cloud of dust, adjusted his breath, and swiftly drew his sword from his waist. He leaped forward and delivered a decisive downward slash.
Chen Chuan could tell from the first strike that this was a continuous slashing technique, seamlessly connecting each strike with incredible speed. It was a bold move to initiate such an aggressive attack.
However, in the face of an overwhelming disparity, technique mattered little.
As the deputy general's first strike came down, Chen Chuan spun, and the Snow Queen Saber had already penetrated his defense, aiming straight for his throat.
The deputy general instantly felt a powerful sensation, knowing that this strike would be faster than his own, and in the face of mortal danger, he instinctively tried to parry with his sword. But it was too late.
The momentum of the strike continued, and with the force of his spirit and altered body, he couldn't retract in time. But as their consciousnesses clashed, his body involuntarily paused.
The Snow Queen Saber showed no mercy, sweeping across his neck, and his head flew off.
From the outside, it seemed as if he had confronted Chen Chuan with his sword but then inexplicably stood still, allowing Chen Chuan to decapitate him—a clear act of suicide.
Chen Chuan brandished his blade, watching the head fall to the ground, bounce once, and then explode, scattering the altered brain within into a pulp.
This was because the mental strike had directly ruptured it, and thus there was no chance for the body to be reclaimed and revived. In fact, not only this person, but all the other cavalry soldiers he had previously killed, none of them had their altered brains intact.
Whether it was the previous strike that killed the general or the current strike that killed the vice-general, it wouldn't have been so easy before, but after the mental enhancement, it was indeed effortless. He felt that his strength could be fully utilized, and the stronger the force he could exert, the more precise and smaller the force he could use to kill his opponents in actual combat.
As for the others, they didn't pose any pressure at all, and the elite fighters were no different from the ordinary fighters in his eyes.
The smoke and dust around him slowly dispersed, revealing the scattered remains on the ground, with only the riderless horses remaining at the back.
From the moment he started his surprise attack until now, less than three minutes had passed, and this area had already returned to silence.
When he defeated the Auxiliary General before, he had to join forces with Chen Bituan to break through the situation, partly because there were still guards and military formations ahead, but the Auxiliary General's strength was also formidable.
But now, killing an obviously stronger Auxiliary General seemed effortless.
He took a moment to assess the situation; his second self had indeed improved, but not by much. Fortunately, there should be no shortage of opponents ahead, and plenty of opportunities.
He walked to the spot where he had been ambushed, sheathed his long sword, and headed towards the dense forest.
For convenience, he had left his luggage there earlier, and Chao Ming was now circling above, keeping an eye on his belongings.
After retrieving them, he turned back, only to see a hint of gloom suddenly appearing in the sky. Was it raining?
The rain in the Convergence Zone was no ordinary rain; it affected both sides. However, Xu Chan's side should be fine; they had captured quite a few rain-avoidance items from the Union, so it wouldn't affect them too much.
He thought for a moment and approached the horses. These were the replacement mounts and pack horses of the young Auxiliary General, each one strong and majestic.
He walked over, grabbed the reins, and rummaged through his luggage, finding some rain gear. He put it on and placed his luggage on the remaining horses.
Then he returned to his mount, swung himself onto the saddle, and the horses remained obedient, despite their special training. Under the suppression of his mental field, they could only submit.
Once settled, Chen Chuan looked up at the sky and saw the birds circling above, all flying away.
Although he had successfully intercepted a group of people, there were many of these birds, and they were fast. Even if Chao Ming went after them, he couldn't kill them all. It was impossible to deal with them all, so the news would soon reach the rear. The enemy would definitely adjust their strategy.
However, this back-and-forth would take time. As long as they maintained their rapid movement and didn't stop at any location, the pursuers from the rear wouldn't catch up anytime soon. Instead, there might be an ambush ahead, which was an opportunity to strike.
He grabbed the reins, squeezed the horse's belly, and the obedient Dragon Nose Horse charged forward.
The reconnaissance birds flew back, and after more than an hour, they reached the sky above a cavalry unit that had followed.
These cavalry units were also under the Auxiliary General's command, but since they weren't elite and had more numbers, they were temporarily left behind.
When they saw the reconnaissance birds returning, one of which was the general's personal messenger bird, their expressions changed.
The comings and goings of the reconnaissance birds conveyed various meanings, and this situation clearly indicated that the main general had been defeated, or the entire army had been annihilated. How could they not be alarmed? But then they hesitated to believe it. This time, the dispatched team was well-prepared, and even if they couldn't overpower the enemy, they should be able to retreat.
Moreover, the Radiance of the Relic was at least half a day's journey away from them. If this incident happened an hour ago, their general should not have reached there yet. So, this must have been an ambush or an attack along the way.
Who were these enemies?
Were they from the Datong government, the Union, or the Linaksis Federation?
Due to the complexity of the situation and the lack of clear information, the remaining officers were undecided. They decided to send a fast horse to the front to investigate and confirm the situation, while also sending an urgent telegraph to the rear, instructing them to pass the news to the far rear.
(End of Chapter)
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