"A month? That's too difficult!" someone wailed, "I haven't bathed for days, my body feels so sticky and uncomfortable."

The one who spoke was obviously a noble young master from a big family.

"Be content, being alive is good enough," someone sighed deeply, causing a moment of silence.

The overall battle today was decent, but several martial artists sacrificed themselves, including offspring from the Su Family and Fulin Escort Agency, such major powers.

The Beast King has yet to appear, and in the upcoming twenty days or so, no one present could guarantee their survival.

At such a crucial moment, Lou Yi couldn't easily rest either.

He found a relatively clean corner, leaned against the wall, and began to doze off.

'Doo! Doo! Doo!'

With the piercing sound of horns blaring, the martial artists resting on the city wall were startled awake, each swiftly grabbing their weapons and standing guard on the wall.

Beneath the city tower, the beast horde attacked once more.

Today's vanguard was a group of monkey spirits, each with pitch-black fur, blood-red eyes, larger than humans, and muscular.

They climbed the city walls swiftly, reaching the top within a few breaths.

"Charge!"

"Slaughter these damned monkeys!"

A bloody battle broke out between humans and monkeys in the blink of an eye.

From the rear, other monsters continued to surge, making the battle even more intense than the previous day.

Thankfully, with Lou Yi, Patriarch Fang, Chief Lin of the Escort, and Old Master Xu—all Martial Master level experts—holding the fort, filling in gaps and ensuring the safety of the walls for now.

The fierce battle continued from sunrise until sunset, only then did it start to subside.

Several archers and disciples, unfortunately, lost their lives forever.

"We need to find a chance to kill the Beast King; otherwise, we'll be ground to death by the beast wave!" Chief Lin of the Escort suggested.

The beast wave seemed nearly endless, and even martial masters couldn't withstand such extensive consumption.

Once exhausted, it would be difficult to restrict the Beast King.

"Chief Lin is right, but the Beast King has been hiding behind the beast crowd, making its position hard to determine." While talking, Patriarch Fang elegantly thrust his sword, striking the neck of a monkey spirit, swiftly taking it out.

Then, he glanced at Lou Yi, his eyes seemingly expectant: "We need someone to penetrate deep into enemy territory, ascertain the Beast King's position—then only can we strike with precision, eliminating future troubles.

I've noticed Brother Liu's exceptional footwork and speed, perhaps he would be willing to undertake this task?"

As soon as he finished speaking, many gazes swiftly shifted to Lou Yi.

"A good idea, Brother Liu can scout, and the three of us will provide support from behind, ensuring no future complications." Chief Lin of the Escort nodded in agreement, seemingly adopting Patriarch Fang's opinion.

"Agreed." Old Master Xu was succinct but clear in supporting the two of them.

The three martial masters all appeared convinced that Lou Yi was the most suitable candidate to scout the Beast King's whereabouts.

'Moral blackmail, sending me to my death?' Lou Yi's heart chilled.

In such circumstances, scouting and being cannon fodder were nearly the same.

Even for him, being surrounded by an unknown number of beasts made survival unlikely.

What also triggered his alertness was the alliance seemingly forming among the three martial masters, who unanimously targeted him.

The Xu Family was an old enemy, and he had just developed animosity with Fulin Escort Agency. Regarding the Fang Family, he had seemingly not offended them at all?

Lou Yi felt puzzled.

He was unaware that the Tan Lang he had slain in the Hundred Beasts Mountain Range was a member of the Fang Family.

Once enmity is established, efforts are made to eliminate dissent.

In the face of personal interests, grand schemes amount to little.

Just as Lou Yi was about to decline.

Next to him, Wei Youdao already opened his voice and started cursing: "Damn it, you old guys have no shame!

You have experts in Lightweight Skill at your disposal, and you send a young guy under twenty to scout?"

"With so many flying beasts, what use is Lightweight Skill? It would be even more dangerous." remarked Patriarch Fang, his face unflinching, "Only someone like Brother Liu, with strong physical capabilities and explosive power, could more easily survive."

"If Sect Leader Liu can discover the Beast King's location, he would be the top contributor in this defense against the beast wave; I'm sure a million folks in Tai City would be grateful to you." Another elder of the Fang Family chimed in, creating momentum.

"Old man, if you're so eager for gratitude, why don't you go?" Zhan Weida directly shot back, leaving that elder's face cold.

"Young one, how dare you speak here?"

"Who said young ones can't speak, huh?"

"That guy, daring to disrespect our elder, I'm gonna beat the crap out of you!"

"Dare to disrespect my brother Zhan, I'll wreck your whole family!"

The crowd: ...

Soon, members from the Extreme Fist Sect and the Zhan Family joined the cursing match against the Fang Family and Fulin Escort Agency, their curses flying like rapid-fire.

This baffled other factions on the city wall; they couldn't comprehend how people still found the mood for insults amid such intense battle.

"The City Lord is here!"

Someone's shout suddenly halted the cursing.

Considering who had the strongest individual strength in Tai City, most would point to Old Master Xu. A few held differing opinions, favoring Chief Lin of the Escort.

Yet, when discussing who had the most power and influence, there could only be one without dissent.

City Lord Li of Tai City, the official in charge appointed by the court, and the true holder of power in Tai City.

Even the mighty Xu Family could only yield before him.

Soon after, three impeccably dressed figures ascended the city wall, capturing everyone's attention.

These three figures.

On the left appeared a stern-looking man in his forties, donning Bright Armor, a Plume Spear Helmet atop his head.

Holding an eight-footed Snake Spear, stepping in Black Leather Six-Heeled Boots, awe-inspiring, was none other than Marshal Yue in his battle attire.

On the right stood a half-gray-haired figure in his fifties or sixties, wearing a black short coat, with cloth shoes on his feet.

Holding a silver Profound Iron Whistle, his eyes gleamed energetically, forbidding direct eye contact, it was Instructor Han from the City Lord's Mansion, a renowned martial artist.

Walking in the center was naturally the Tai City Lord.

He appeared about the same age as Marshal Yue, wearing Golden Chain Armor on the inside, draped with a big red cape externally.

Adorned with a simple Black Official Hat, his face appeared wealthy, and a notably large black mole grew on the right side of his chin.

"It's hard work guarding the city. I, Li, thank you all for your efforts. Once success is achieved, a grand three-day banquet awaits, with merits duly rewarded," City Lord Li's clear voice resounded across the city wall, audible to all present.

"The City Lord is too kind!"

"Guarding the city is akin to protecting our home; it's what we ought to do!"

"This place is dangerous, sir, please move inside."

People from various major factions on the city wall enthusiastically greeted the City Lord.

At this time, the sky was dimming, and the beast wave's assault weakened.

"I'm no floral pillow; why should I hide inside?" City Lord Li chuckled.

He walked to the edge of the wall, and with a 'swoosh,' drew the sword from his waist.

With a flash of cold light, he deftly dispatched an incoming monkey spirit.

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