Chapter 759: Slaughter
Chapter 759: Slaughter
Chen Chuan observed the Auxiliary General lying on the ground. He had timed his strike precisely, appearing to slash but primarily employing a stabbing technique.
As the two approached, the psychic light on the tip of his blade surged forward with the force of the blow, piercing through the skull and destroying the mutated brain within.
The young general seemed to have blocked the blade, but he was already a step too late. The subsequent movements he made were meaningless, mere reactions before his consciousness fully dissipated.
Chen Chuan was not surprised by this outcome. After achieving mental fulfillment, the psychic power he could summon was not just slightly enhanced but significantly amplified.
This was because the fulfillment of both body and mind created a harmonious connection, enabling him to better harness internal and external forces without any limitations hindering his performance.
He surveyed his surroundings. With the strongest member of the cavalry unit eliminated, the situation became more manageable. If he could efficiently dispatch his enemies, he wouldn't hesitate to employ practical methods.
As the young general fell, panic spread among the surrounding troops, who began to cry out in alarm. They spurred their horses and charged towards Chen Chuan.
From above, he watched as dust rose all around, and cavalry from all directions converged upon his position.
Chen Chuan stood his ground, and the light on his blade intensified. With a swift turn, he lunged forward, plunging into the cloud of dust.
Simultaneously, he released his psychic power and realm, causing a powerful mental shockwave that spread outward within a radius of six to seven hundred meters.
Despite the cavalry wearing protective gear, those with slightly weaker abilities nearby couldn't withstand the impact of his powerful psychic force. Their heads spun, and in an instant, a flash of blade light severed them and their horses in two.
Instinctively, the subordinates of the commander rushed to their leader's aid. However, as the figure slashed and hacked through the dust, the cries of the cavalrymen quickly diminished, and they realized their enemy was no ordinary foe.
But they showed no signs of retreat. This elite cavalry unit, handpicked from tens of thousands of soldiers, consisted of individuals with unwavering determination and absolute loyalty to the Imperial Court. The death of their commander was not only a great shame but also carried heavy consequences upon their return. Unable to bear this disgrace, they were driven by the desire to avenge their fallen leader.
Chen Chuan's initial strike against the commander served multiple purposes. Besides eliminating the strongest opponent and disrupting their command, it also exploited the Imperial Court's rule that the death of a commander implicates his entire unit.
This increased the likelihood of the enemy choosing to engage rather than retreat. Chen Chuan didn't need to pursue them; he could wait for them to come to him.
Seeing the unwavering determination of these soldiers, Chen Chuan was pleased with the outcome.
He moved with incredible speed, darting back and forth, leaving the mounted soldiers unable to keep up. With each flash of his figure, soldiers were cut down. Only the deputy general could vaguely trace his movements and dismounted to intercept him.
But it was futile. No matter how hard he tried, his eyes bloodshot, his body covered in mutated tissue, he couldn't catch up with the elusive figure.
When the surrounding sounds faded, the figure Chen Chuan pursued finally stopped. As he halted, a rumbling sound filled the air, and dust billowed outward.
The deputy general, facing the blurred silhouette in the dust, adjusted his breathing and drew his sword from his waist. With quick strides, he leaped forward and delivered a powerful overhead slash.
Chen Chuan, observing the initial movement of the attack, recognized it as a continuous slashing technique, renowned for its lightning-fast transitions that could overwhelm an opponent from the outset. This was why the deputy general confidently executed the move.
However, in the face of such a vast disparity in skill, technique mattered little.
As the deputy general initiated his first strike, Chen Chuan spun, and the Snow Lady Sword had already penetrated his defense, aiming directly for his throat.
The deputy general felt an overwhelming sensation, realizing that the blade would reach him before his own could defend. Instinctively, he tried to parry the attack, but his body had already committed to the initial movement, and his mutated body, prepared for the attack, couldn't retract in time.
At that moment, the Snow Lady Sword mercilessly swept across his neck, severing his head.
From an outsider's perspective, it seemed as if the deputy general had approached Chen Chuan with his sword but inexplicably froze, allowing Chen Chuan to behead him effortlessly.
Chen Chuan shook his blade, watching as the head fell to the ground, wobbled, and then exploded with a crack, scattering the mutated brain within into a pile of mush.
Amidst the smoke and dust, the aftermath of the battle was revealed, leaving only scattered limbs and broken bodies. The horses, now riderless, stood motionless in the background.
From the moment he launched his surprise attack until now, less than three minutes had passed, and the entire area had fallen silent once more.
When he had defeated the Auxiliary General before, he had to join forces with Chen Bitong to break through the situation, as there were still guards and military formations ahead. But the Auxiliary General's strength was also formidable.
However, defeating this Auxiliary General, who was clearly stronger, felt effortless.
He sensed his Second Self, which had improved after the battle, but not significantly. Fortunately, there would likely be no shortage of opponents ahead, providing ample opportunities.
He walked to his previous ambush spot, sheathed his long sword, and headed into the dense forest.
For convenience, he had left his backpack there earlier, and Chao Ming was now circling above, keeping an eye on his belongings.
After retrieving his backpack, he turned back, only to notice a hint of dark clouds in the sky. Was it about to rain?
The rain in the Convergence Zone was no ordinary rain; it affected both sides. However, Xu Chan's group should be fine, as they had obtained rain-resistant gear from the Coalition.
He approached the horses, which belonged to the young Auxiliary General, used for both riding and carrying supplies. Each horse was robust and powerful.
He walked over, grabbed the reins, and searched through his backpack, finding rain gear, which he put on. He then placed his backpack on the remaining horses.
Returning to his horse, he mounted and rode forward.
Throughout this process, the horses remained obedient, showing no resistance, even though they were specially trained. But under the overwhelming pressure of his psychic realm, they could only submit.
Once settled, Chen Chuan looked up at the sky and saw the birds circling above, dispersing outward.
Although he had successfully intercepted a group, there were numerous fast-flying birds, making it impossible for Chao Ming to eliminate them all. The news of this incident would soon reach the rear, and the enemy would undoubtedly adjust their strategy.
However, this was of no concern. The back and forth would take time, and as long as they maintained their rapid movement and avoided stopping, any pursuit from the rear would not catch up immediately. Instead, they might encounter an ambush ahead, providing an opportunity to strike.
He grabbed the reins, spurred his Dragon Nose Horse, and charged forward.
The scout birds flew back, and after an hour, they reached the airspace of a cavalry unit that had been following behind.
This cavalry unit also belonged to the Auxiliary General but was not the elite force and had more soldiers, so they were left behind.
Upon seeing the scout birds returning, including the General's personal messenger bird, the soldiers' expressions changed.
The movement of the scout birds conveyed various meanings, and this situation clearly indicated that the main general had fallen, and the army was defeated. How could they not be alarmed? But soon, they found it hard to believe. This dispatched force was carefully selected, and even if they couldn't overpower the enemy, they should have been able to retreat.
Moreover, the Radiant Relic was at least half a day's journey away. If this incident had occurred an hour ago, their general might not have reached the relic yet. So, it was likely that they encountered an ambush or an enemy force along the way.
Who could this enemy be?
The Great Harmony Government? The Coalition? Or the Linax Federation?
Given the complex situation and unclear 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 telegram to the rear forces, informing them of the news.
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(End of Chapter)
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