Ch 378: Sword Over All
The sky was clear, without a single cloud.
The various cities of Xuanzhou, however, gave off a cold and solemn feeling.
It seems the gate guard soldier previously relayed the news to Luoshui City.
General Duan Wulou’s large army passed unimpeded through one city after another.
The numerous Jianghu experts among them relaxed their expressions. It seemed they wouldn’t even need to make a move; Xiao Tiansheng would obediently be executed. Otherwise, why would they be allowed entry?
The situation within each city was almost identical. There were no pedestrians on the streets; instead, army after army coldly observed them.
They didn’t speak, nor did they make any other movements; they were like statues.
Others thought they were quite well-behaved and knew their limits.
Only a thick astonishment flashed across Duan Wulou’s face.
As a military commander, he naturally understood the terrifying combat power of having an army that obeyed his every command.
These soldiers, however, clearly practiced daily, meticulously, without the slightest slack, to appear so orderly.
If such an army suddenly revealed its fangs, it would likely transform into unstoppable monsters!
“It is said that the Northern Qi army was entrusted to Xiao Han by Xiao Tiansheng, who even gave Xiao Han the Tiger Talisman.”
At this time, Yuan Wuji came to Duan Wulou’s side and said.
Numerous scouts were deployed in Luoshui City. Furthermore, neither Li Hanzhou nor Xiao Tiansheng intended to conceal their plans, so he easily learned this news.
“Xiao Han?”
The astonishment on Duan Wulou’s face deepened.
He had only heard of Xiao Han’s name, never seen him.
He only knew that Xiao Han was hailed as a Fallen Sword Immortal at a young age, but he never expected that he would also have the ability to train soldiers.
Judging from the soldiers’ movements and expressions, he clearly wasn’t just an armchair strategist.
Duan Wulou’s expression became exceptionally calm. He said, “I understand. I think it’s best if they, father and son, go to the palace together for this audience. After all, His Majesty once ordered Xiao Han to enter the palace; this is a good opportunity to make up for it.”
On the surface, the Northern Qi Prince’s Mansion was managed by Xiao Tiansheng, but in reality, all the focus was on Xiao Han.
If he were merely a Sword Immortal, that would be one thing, but a Sword Immortal commanding a large army was a far greater threat.
“Correct. General Duan’s suggestion is excellent. I’m sure His Majesty will not blame you.”
Yuan Wuji echoed, letting out a sinister laugh.
Soon the army arrived at the foot of Luoshui City.
Unlike before, however, Luoshui City’s gates were tightly shut.
The gate guard soldiers above were clad in armor, holding sharp weapons, and appeared extremely vigilant.
Yuan Wuji and Duan Wulou instantly realized.
This was Xiao Tiansheng giving them a show of force.
“This is Yuan Wuji, by order of His Majesty, summoning Xiao Tiansheng and Heir Xiao Han to the palace for an audience. Open the gates and receive the Imperial Edict!”
Yuan Wuji took out an Imperial Edict from his bosom and said coldly.
“The Prince has ordered that Luoshui City is the throat stronghold of our Northern Qi army; no unauthorized personnel are permitted entry.”
After seeing the Imperial Edict, the gate guard soldiers didn’t move but calmly said.
As soon as these words were spoken.
The soldiers, who had been quite relaxed, and even Fang Beixian and the other Jianghu experts, were instantly agitated.
Were they not referring to them as “unauthorized personnel”?
This was a blatant belittlement of them!
Immediately, someone was displeased. A Jianghu expert stepped forward from the crowd and sneered, “Why can’t we go in? Do you not consider us people?”
This statement garnered agreement from the others, who echoed his words.
“I thought the King of Northern Qi had reformed, but it seems he remains stubbornly resistant to change!”
“Indeed, a rebel who attempted to assassinate His Majesty; he doesn’t even take us seriously!”
“…”
Faced with the uproar, the gate guard soldiers remained motionless, continuing to repeat, “The Prince has ordered that Luoshui City is the throat stronghold of our Northern Qi army; unauthorized personnel are not permitted entry.”
More infuriating than an argument was being completely ignored, not even worthy of a response.
In an instant, everyone felt incredibly stifled and furious.
A Jianghu expert suggested, “The King of Northern Qi is too arrogant! He dares to defy the Imperial Edict; he clearly has rebellious intentions. Reason won’t work with him. It seems we must personally capture him and bring him to the palace!”
This proposal was met with approval from everyone else.
Yuan Wuji and Duan Wulou didn’t say anything.
Since Xiao Tiansheng gave them a show of force, they would personally capture Xiao Tiansheng and return him to the Dragon Court.
Thus, everyone moved in unison, instantly appearing in mid-air, surging towards the interior of Luoshui City.
However, at that moment, a faint voice came from within the city.
“Heaven and Earth Live Together!”
A majestic sword light, obscuring the sky and sun, surged from within the city.
In an instant, Heaven and Earth shook incessantly, wind and clouds surged.
Wisps of sword qi spread from the sword light; it felt to everyone as if they were ants gazing at the sky, so incredibly small.
At this moment, they seemed to smell the scent of death; fear involuntarily rose from the heart of each person, impossible to extinguish.
Heaven and Earth seemed to freeze in this moment.
“Puff!”
Countless Jianghu experts, before even making contact with the sword light, were severely injured merely by the unintentional pressure emanating from it, falling to the ground, spitting out blood, lying on the ground, even moving was difficult.
Yuan Wuji and Duan Wulou, who possessed Immortal Realm Realms, directly felt the power of the sword light, their faces instantly turning grave.
Two Immortal Realms emerged from their respective bodies; the vast pressure rose layer upon layer, reaching its peak in a single breath.
“Shatter the Sky!”
Yuan Wuji took a deep breath, gripping his long saber, and without hesitation, slashed at the sword light before him.
A saber light abruptly appeared before him, stirring the wind and clouds, its might vast, as if it would cleave Luoshui City in two!
Duan Wulou roared, “Pierce the Sun!”
He hurled his long spear towards the sword light; wherever it passed, even space was shattered, showing faint cracks, with an unstoppable momentum!
This was their strongest move, unleashed without reservation, solely to counter this sword light.
Boom!
Immense pressure emanated from mid-air, spreading outwards; the ground trembled instantly, as if the entire world was shaking.
The army below uncontrollably fell to the ground, their eyes filled with fear, gazing at the sky.
In mid-air, two figures suddenly fell towards the ground.
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