"Could it be that there's a traitor among us?" The look in the Commander of the Iron Blood Legion's eyes was as sharp as a torch, ominously glancing back at the Iron Cavalry Elite Troops.

Over ten thousand elite troops had formed an impenetrable net, surrounding the thousand-plus elite troops of Anyang Country. An Shitong and An Miaoke, along with Tangyu and Shi Jian, a total of six figures soared through the air. The four of the Iron Blood Legion also ascended to face Tangyu's group. Seeing the six of them, the expressions of the three from the Iron Blood Legion became deeply furrowed and grim.

Six Golden Core Realm experts, plus over ten thousand elite soldiers, were more than enough for them to handle.

The commander of the Iron Blood Legion pointed his blood-colored blade at Tangyu's group: "Do you think this will trap us? Ridiculous, everything still depends on strength. You are nothing but a ragtag bunch, yet you dare to challenge our three Iron Cavalries, truly courting death."

Tangyu gave Shi Jian a meaningful look, and Shi Jian immediately understood, directly charging at the commander of the Iron Blood Legion.

"Huh?" The commander's eyebrows knitted together, and he exploded in fury, swinging his blood-colored saber with a roar. A blast of blood-red light erupted, like a fiery dragon, with a sharp, mournful whistle. The commander was also a powerful Golden Core Realm Third Layer expert, and with this swing, even a giant stone could be sliced in two. His blade was forceful and explosive, like a raging fire.

But Shi Jian paid no heed, as his sword cut through all power, slicing towards the commander like a phantom.

"Such speed!" The commander of the Ice Snow Legion and the commander of the elite troops were shocked.

A sword, nothing beats speed. The faster the sword, the more terrifying it is. Shi Jian's attack, in a split second, struck the commander's blade heavily ten times. Though the commander struck once, Shi Jian struck ten times. Thus, the lethality of Shi Jian's sword was exceedingly dreadful.

These days of cultivation had also significantly enhanced Shi Jian's Sword Force, and his realm had leapt to Golden Core Realm Second Layer. Of course, this was thanks to Tangyu. Otherwise, with the sparse Spiritual Energy on the Mystic Spirit Continent, such rapid advancement would be impossible through self-cultivation.

So although Shi Jian still wielded the Rushing Thunder Sword, its power was several folds stronger than when he last fought with the commander of the Wolf Fang Legion.

"In just half a month, he's actually advanced to Golden Core Realm Second Layer? And his Sword Force has multiplied several times? Such speed is horrifying." Wolf Fang clicked his tongue secretly, knowing the terror of it all. His gaze towards Tangyu was filled with admiration and even a few hot-burning desires. If he could gain the guidance of such a great person, his own strength would surely improve by leaps and bounds.

In his heart, the commander of the Wolf Fang Legion was already somewhat grateful, feeling that his choice was the correct one after all.

As they clashed, the commander of the Iron Blood Legion's face drastically darkened under Shi Jian's terrifying Sword Force, retreating continuously. In just three breaths time, he was forced back dozens of feet, finally unable to hold back a mouthful of fresh blood.

Phew!

The tip of Shi Jian's sword suddenly changed, turning into a cold flash that stabbed towards the commander of the Iron Blood Legion.

"No, it's dangerous!" The commander's heart seized with panic, desperate to dodge, but there was no way he could be faster than Shi Jian's sword.

Shlch—

The sound of a sword piercing flesh was so clear, yet so chilling to hear.

Shi Jian's sword stabbed right through the commander's chest and then withdrew, blood gushing like an arrow. Shi Jian's sword was poised at the commander's brow, just needing a little force to pierce into the commander's brain, killing him instantly.

The commander broke out in a cold sweat, face ashen as he looked at Shi Jian, realizing he was defeated, without any suspense.

The expressions of the commander of the Ice Snow Legion and the leader of the elite troops also turned extremely grim, as all three hundred Iron Cavalry of the Iron Blood Legion drew their swords, glaring fiercely at Shi Jian, ready to attack at the commander's command.

Tangyu smirked, laughing lightly: "Do you all really wish for death?"

The commander of the Iron Blood Legion gritted his teeth, saying, "If you want to kill, go ahead. Our Iron Blood Legion has no cowards afraid of death."

The commander of the Wolf Fang Legion suddenly stepped forward, addressing the commander of the Iron Blood Legion: "Tie Xue, we've been brothers for over ten years. As a brother, I sincerely advise you not to resist futilely. Such sacrifice isn't worth it. And the same goes for the commanders of Ice Snow and An Qi. The current situation should be clear to you, resistance leads only to death. The saying goes, the wise adapt to circumstances; Anyang County will soon perish, and the overpowering rise of Liufeng City is unstoppable. Following Liufeng City is the true path."

Tie Xue, Bing Xue, and An Qi all looked angrily towards Wolf Fang.

An Qi, furious beyond words, like a beast about to go berserk: "Wolf Fang, who would've thought, you were the traitor. You leaked our plans, and now I understand, half a month ago you were already a traitor, yet you had the gall to return to Anyang County, and set such a grand scheme. So ruthless. Wolf Fang, you're an unprincipled traitor, I wish I could kill you. Do you think we would conspire with a traitor like you?"

"We are people of Anyang County, loyal to Anyang County. Becoming a traitor, don't you feel ashamed? Hmph, all traitors deserve to die."

Tie Xue and Ice Snow fell silent.

Tangyu looked at An Qi and smirked, "You're probably from the An Family in Anyang County, aren't you?"

An Qi replied, "So what if I am? You certainly have good methods to deploy such a grand scheme. Humph, but don't celebrate too early. Do you really think you can easily keep us all here? It's not so easy to kill us. Iron Blood Legion, Ice Snow Legion, and Elite Iron Cavalry, prepare yourselves for a battle to the death. We are fearless warriors, we are Iron Blood elites."

"Kill, kill, kill!!!"

The thousand elite troops under An Qi promptly responded, while Iron Blood Legion and Ice Snow Legion looked towards their commanders, only following their orders.

Wolf Fang shook his head and said, "An Qi, you alone can't change all this. Now, going with the flow is what you should do. Otherwise, you'll all die. The might of Liufeng City is something you should see by now; there's no force that can stop them. You're just throwing eggs against rocks. Is such a futile sacrifice really worth it? Loyalty to Anyang County? But do you truly think Anyang County is worth sacrificing our lives for?"

"We've toiled for Anyang County for years, diligently fulfilling our responsibilities, but how much benefit have we really gained from it?"

"We've fought to build this land, but how many of our achievements have been recognized?"

An Qi pointed his finger at Wolf Fang's nose and cursed, "Rubbish, you traitor, I'll kill you first!" Finishing his words, An Qi charged at Wolf Fang. Wolf Fang also prepared to strike.

But just then, a smile appeared on Tangyu's lips as he pointed a finger, unleashing a beam of light from his fingertip directly at An Qi.

Pu chi—

The beam instantly pierced through An Qi's forehead, leaving a bloody hole as his entire head was blown open. An Qi fell to the ground, eyes wide with unwillingness. A powerful fighter of the Golden Core Realm Third Layer was killed just like that.

Tss—

Witnessing this, everyone gasped, including Wolf Fang, Tie Xue, and Ice Snow, who were immensely shocked as they stared at Tangyu. The others were utterly dumbfounded.

What sort of power is this?

Just a gentle tap, and a Golden Core Realm Third Layer was killed without a chance to resist, unable to even utter a groan?

Terrifying, terrifying, utterly terrifying!

"I always fulfill the wishes of those seeking their own death," Tangyu casually remarked, killing someone was a trivial matter to him, though it caused an uproar in the hearts of others.

Wolf Fang spoke again, "Tie Xue, Ice Snow, you should clearly understand the current situation. You have no power to resist. The master's strength is beyond your imagination. Instead of making futile sacrifices, submit to Liufeng City and follow the master—this is the right path. Loyalty to Anyang County leaves us stagnant for life, but following the master is different. If we perform meritorious deeds, the rewards from the master could bring us endless benefits."

Tie Xue and Ice Snow exchanged glances, contemplating this matter and hesitating for a moment.

Traitor? For anyone, this is an extreme humiliation, a trampling of dignity.

But now, do they have any other choice?

Non-submission means death. Everyone will die here. Is such a death really worth it? In their hearts, they questioned themselves. Compared to these years in Anyang County, what have they truly gained?

Shi Jian said coldly, "I am Shi Jian, and I believe you've heard of me. Considering my age and my current power, you can imagine something. All of this is granted by my master. You should feel fortunate that my master is willing to accept you. Otherwise, your abilities would hardly catch my master's eye. Just my abilities alone are enough to easily kill you. You'd do well to learn from Wolf Fang—his choice is the correct one."

"Don't try to test my master's patience. If you don't submit, I'll send you to the afterlife. Actually, we don't really need you. Liufeng City's current strength is already powerful enough. Annihilating Anyang County is more than achievable. Whether you're here or not, it makes no difference. However, my master, being benevolent, doesn't wish for unnecessary slaughter."

Tie Xue and Ice Snow's hearts trembled. Though his words were discouraging, they couldn't deny their truth. Having witnessed Tangyu's power, they were greatly frightened and tended to believe the rumors of the Immortal behind Liufeng City seemed true. A mere finger tap to kill An Qi—such power, at the very least, was beyond their imagination.

After pondering for a moment, both simultaneously knelt down, "We are willing to submit, and our legions are willing to submit."

Seeing them kneeling down, the three hundred Iron Cavalry from Iron Blood Legion and Ice Snow Legion also knelt.

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