Shilan Mountain respectfully clasped his fists and spoke solemnly, "Elder Li, Master You, I have just received a scout's report. Su Yi has left the Xiaoshi Clan of Lanling and is heading directly towards our location."
You Xinglin was surprised and exclaimed, "Could this person be coming to deal with you?"
Shilan Mountain nodded, "Some time ago, I lent a helping hand to the Elder of the Xiaoshi Clan, Xiaozhong Yin. Perhaps it is because of that incident that Su Yi sees me as an enemy."
His words were vague and unclear.
However, You Xinglin and the middle-aged Taoist were not interested in delving deeper into worldly conflicts. Such disputes held no significance to them.
"I initially wanted to meet this person, but I didn't expect him to come directly here. It saves me the trouble of going myself," said the middle-aged Taoist, stroking his beard with a smile.
His voice was warm and gentle, exuding an air of ease.
"Hehe, this is what they call walking into a trap," You Xinglin commented with a sense of admiration. "My Master once told me that possessors retain the nature and temperament of their original selves. The more arrogant they are, the more they disregard worldly powers, thinking they can act recklessly and disregard anyone."
"Observing Su Yi's actions confirms this. Unfortunately, he probably never expected that Senior Li would be present this time!"
The middle-aged Taoist smiled faintly and said, "What Starling said is not wrong. However, we must not be careless when dealing with possessors. Characters like them often hold unknown trump cards. We must remain vigilant."
Possessor!
Upon hearing this term, Shilan Mountain couldn't help but be shocked and asked, "Elder Li, is Su Yi really possessed?"
The middle-aged Taoist nodded, "It is highly likely. Otherwise, there would be no explanation as to how a youth at the Martial Master Triple Realm could easily kill a Martial Grandmaster."
"No wonder," Shilan Mountain suddenly realized, "Many years ago, Su Yi was just a neglected illegitimate child of the Su family, suffering countless oppressions, and there was nothing particularly remarkable about him. But a few months ago, he seemed to have changed completely. Not only did his cultivation soar, but his combat strength also became terrifying. It turns out that he was most likely possessed!"
"That's why unusual occurrences are often accompanied by extraordinary anomalies," You Xinglin said calmly. "Lord, there's no need to worry. If Su Yi comes, we'll open the gates of the camp and let him in."
Shilan Mountain felt uplifted and said, "As you wish!"
The middle-aged Taoist smiled, drawing the Guiyuan Sword from the scabbard behind his back. He laid it horizontally before his knees, gently caressing the sword's body with his fingertips, his gaze gentle and focused.
"My friend, once we slay Su Yi, I will surely reward you handsomely!"
He muttered to himself.
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"Mr. Su, the Fuyun Ridge is ten miles ahead. King Moyun, Shilan Mountain, and his army are stationed on one side of the ridge," said Xiao Tianque, pointing into the distance.
Su Yi nodded, hands behind his back, walking ahead without a care.
After quelling the internal strife of the Xiaoshi Clan of Lanling, Su Yi had decided to take the opportunity to deal with King Moyun, Shilan Mountain.
This was both to avenge Xiao Tianque and to eliminate a hidden threat to the Xiaoshi Clan of Lanling.
By doing so, it would likely be enough to deter the entire Da Zhou Empire and make those who opposed Su Yi hesitate to harm those around him.
Upon learning of Su Yi's plan, Xiao Tianque volunteered without hesitation to personally guide Su Yi.
Su Yi did not refuse.
"Mr. Su, there are thirty thousand elite soldiers under King Moyun, Shilan Mountain. Besides himself, there are two Vice Generals at the Martial Grandmaster level, and there are no fewer than a hundred other Martial Masters..." After some consideration, Xiao Tianque couldn't help but ask, "Are we... going in like this?"
He was worried.
After all, he hadn't witnessed Su Yi's scenes of killing a Martial Grandmaster firsthand, and when he thought about the overwhelming power of King Moyun, Shilan Mountain, he couldn't help but be filled with concern.
"Don't worry. When we arrive, you just need to wait from a distance, Xiao Lao," Su Yi casually replied.
Thousands of troops in the mortal world are no match for a single sword of a cultivator.
Moreover, for the current Su Yi, not to mention Martial Masters, even Martial Grandmasters rarely caught his attention.
Xiao Tianque took a deep breath and nodded.
Soon, Fuyun Ridge came into view.
A mountain range wrapped in white clouds appeared, winding across the earth. The mountains were a bluish-green color, with clouds and mist enveloping them.
On one side of the mountain range, there was an expansive plain, and within it stood a massive military camp, with structures such as signal towers, lookout posts, watchtowers, and halls scattered throughout.
From afar, a palpable aura of bloodshed and killing soared into the sky above the military camp, like wolf smoke reaching the heavens!
At this moment, the gates of the military camp were wide open. On both sides of the spacious road stood rows of heavily armored soldiers, wielding long halberds and exuding a ferocious aura.
Wuwuwu~~~
When the figures of Su Yi and Xiao Tianque appeared in the far distance, a resounding horn suddenly sounded.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Inside the military camp, tens of thousands of soldiers donned their armor and formed a strict formation. The confluence of their bloodthirsty aura alone, manifesting in the void, resembled churning wolf smoke and a terrifying sight.
"Mr. Su, it seems that King Moyun has anticipated our arrival," Xiao Tianque said with a grave expression.
Even for a worldly Martial Grandmaster like him, witnessing such a scene of oppressive bloodshed couldn't help but weigh heavily on his heart.
"Isn't this better? Xiao Lao, you stay nearby and wait. I will go and witness the abilities of this King Moyun," Su Yi said, proceeding ahead on his own.
Wearing a Qing robe, he exuded an otherworldly demeanor as he walked with his hands behind his back, appearing as if he was strolling leisurely. His presence alleviated much of the heaviness and oppression in Xiao Tianque's heart.
"Mr. Su, we await your triumphant return!" Xiao Tianque solemnly clasped his hands together.
He knew that if he were to accompany Su Yi, he would not only be of no help but would also become a burden to him.
Su Yi waved his hand without looking back.
In front of the camp gate, a group of fierce soldiers fixed their gaze onto Su Yi's slender figure.
Each of them seemed formidable and menacing.
The silent aura of bloodshed was focused solely on him. If it were an ordinary warrior, they would have been frightened out of their wits and filled with trepidation.
However, Su Yi appeared completely unaware. It wasn't until he reached the front of the camp that he stopped and spoke, "Where is King Moyun, Shilan Mountain?"
His voice, like a melodious dragon's chant, resounded throughout the heavens and earth, reverberating with a thunderous force.
Instantly, the eardrums of the fierce soldiers were assaulted, their blood boiling, and their vision filled with golden stars, causing their expressions to change abruptly.
Even the formidable and oppressive formation experienced a brief disturbance.
"Hahaha!"
A hearty laughter echoed, and a tall and lean man walked forward from the camp.
He wore a high crown on his head and a purple python robe, his complexion was bronzed, and his face displayed a cold and resolute temperament. Between his eyes, there were surging cold lights, captivating the souls.
It was indeed King Moyun, Shilan Mountain!
One of the nine external kings who shook the entire Da Zhou Empire, an existence at the Martial Grandmaster level.
Following behind Shilan Mountain were a group of strong and powerful military leaders, both men and women. Some possessed the cultivation of Martial Grandmasters, while the weaker ones were still at the Martial Master level.
As they approached in a grand manner, they resembled stars surrounding the moon, enhancing Shilan Mountain's extraordinary aura.
Upon reaching the camp gate, Shilan Mountain halted, his eyes cold and electric, fixed upon Su Yi from a distance. After a brief scan, he smiled and said, "The Third Young Master's grand arrival has truly surprised and delighted me. I wonder, what brings the Third Young Master here?"
His demeanor was majestic, arrogantly overlooking the surroundings, emitting an extremely imposing aura.
Su Yi glanced at Shilan Mountain and calmly said, "I have come here for one purpose, to take your head as a warning to the insignificant people of this world."
Unable to contain himself, Shilan Mountain burst into laughter that resounded like thunder. "Third Young Master, you are quick with your words and actions. Shilan Mountain won't hide anything either. You want to take my head? Fine! I have one question for you, Third Young Master. Do you dare to come into the midst of my army's camp and fight?"
"In this world, there is nowhere that I, Su Yi, am afraid to go," Su Yi responded lightly.
Shilan Mountain waved his hand and shouted, "Sound the drums! Third Young Master, please!"
Dong! Dong! Dong!
On the towers within the military camp, giant war drums were beaten, their sound like thunder, echoing throughout the heavens and earth.
The tens of thousands of soldiers guarding the camp also moved like a tide, parting to create a path leading to the depths of the camp, their iron armor gleaming and giving off a chilling light.
Shilan Mountain made a gesture of invitation and said, "Please!"
Under the gaze of everyone, Su Yi showed no hesitation. He stepped forward, his expression calm, as if he had entered a place devoid of any living beings.
The composed demeanor made Shilan Mountain narrow his eyes slightly, realizing that the might of his army alone could not intimidate such a formidable figure as Su Yi.
Without further probing, he took the lead and guided the way.
"Mr. Su, please be careful..." Xiao Tianque tightly clenched his fists as he watched from afar.
In the center of the camp, there was a massive martial stage spanning hundreds of feet, constructed from sturdy and pitch-black Mysterious Death Steel.
From a distance, two figures could be seen standing in front of the martial stage.
One was a handsome youth dressed in a fiery Daoist robe, and the other was a middle-aged Daoist with a sword sheath on his back, wearing a navy blue Daoist robe and a flowing beard.
Su Yi swept his gaze and completely ignored the handsome youth. He paused briefly on the middle-aged Daoist before withdrawing his gaze.
At the same time, Shilan Mountain hurried forward and respectfully clasped his hands, saying, "Senior Li, Master You, Su Yi has arrived!"
You Xinglin nodded and said, "My lord can step back for now. Leave this to me and Senior Uncle."
Shilan Mountain obeyed the command and looked at Su Yi with eyes filled with mockery and pity. Who could he blame for voluntarily walking into a trap?
You Xinglin looked at Su Yi, smiled slightly, and clasped his hands, saying, "I am You Xinglin from the Xuan Yue Sect of Da Qin. This is my Senior Uncle, Li Changning."
Li Changning, the middle-aged Daoist, smiled lightly and bowed to Su Yi, saying, "Li has met Daoist Friend Su."
Su Yi scanned the surroundings and then turned his gaze to Li Changning, his expression indifferent. "Are you two standing up for Shilan Mountain?"
Li Changning's smile was warm, his voice mellow. "No, the two of us came here for Su Young Master. We just didn't expect that Su Young Master would come to us on your own. All of this reminds me of a saying."
"What saying?" Su Yi raised an eyebrow.
Li Changning chuckled, stroking his beard. "In the mysterious workings of fate, there is a destined path."