Ye Chen stood in the great hall of Wangjia Village. Holding a large blade, Wang Luo charged towards Ye Chen. His steps were somewhat unsteady, but his posture was straight, bearing a semblance of a soldier.
“It’s a pity. Though you are the son of a hero, you turned to banditry due to a single wrong decision. Prepare to die!”
Ye Chen wasted no time and immediately unleashed a Void Slash.
Boom!
Ye Chen’s Void Slash gained momentum instantly, unleashing a chilling and murderous blade aura that tore through the hall’s floor. It headed straight for Wang Luo.
Pssst!
No one could survive under Ye Chen’s Void Slash, including Wang Luo.
Ultimately, the blade aura struck Wang Luo, causing him to be instantly torn apart. There was no sign of blood or residual energy in the hall.
“What? The First Leader is dead?”
“Run! Wangjia Village is finished!”
“Quickly, get out of the way!”
Seeing Wang Luo being killed by Ye Chen’s single blow, the bandits of Wangjia Village scattered in all directions, fleeing east and west, all desperately trying to distance themselves from Ye Chen.
Ye Chen had no interest in pursuing these small fry. He immediately issued an order: “Leave none alive!”
The Yunzhou army clad in Xuan armor began to pursue the bandits of Wangjia Village.
Even though the bandits of Wangjia Village were in disarray, even if they managed to rally their courage, they were no match for the heavily armed Yunzhou army.
The five thousand Yunzhou soldiers were tasked with clearing out Wangjia Village, but Ye Chen’s thoughts drifted back to the middle-aged man who had escaped earlier.
He promptly grabbed a bandit and asked, “Is there only the First Leader in your village?”
The bandit, trembling and unable to stand, was held aloft by Ye Chen and replied shakily:
“N-No, we also have a Second Leader. He arrived at the village several years ago and is known for his wisdom. The village has been under his command for these years.”
“Humph!”
Ye Chen then executed the bandit with a single stroke and headed towards the secret passage opened by the Second Leader.
In the southern part of Yunzhou, the Second Leader emerged from a small hole, taking a deep breath of fresh air:
“After so many years, I didn’t expect Wangjia Village to meet its end today. Where should I go now?”
“You can’t go anywhere!”
Ye Chen swiftly emerged from the cave, his blade pointed directly at the Second Leader and declared:
“Wangjia Village has committed great sins, and as their Second Leader, you cannot escape death.”
The Second Leader, having experienced Ye Chen’s power before, was on high alert. Seeing Ye Chen following closely, he retreated a step and said cautiously:
“Brother, we have no enmity between us. Wouldn’t it be better if we parted ways here?”
“If things have developed to an irreversible point, I won’t easily let it go.”
Upon hearing this, Ye Chen laughed heartily and provocatively said:
“I want to see what you can do. You’ll just end up running to the next place that will take you in.”
The Second Leader narrowed his eyes and coldly said:
“So, today’s matter cannot be resolved peacefully!”
Ye Chen, arms crossed and looking down on the opponent, seemed not to take the Second Leader seriously.
“Show me whatever tricks you have. I want to see how you plan to resist.”
The Second Leader lowered his stance, ready to charge, his fists clenched, as if preparing for a final showdown with Ye Chen.
Although Ye Chen appeared dismissive, he was still slightly cautious. As soon as the Second Leader made a move, Ye Chen would strike him down immediately.
As the Second Leader reached the peak of his charge, he suddenly leaped backward and began fleeing down the mountain.
“Hmph, lacking courage.”
Ye Chen smiled lightly and immediately raised his blade to chase the Second Leader.
With Ye Chen’s agility at level 17, it was no empty boast.
Ye Chen’s figure darted through the forest with the swiftness of a leopard, moving effortlessly.
In contrast, the Second Leader, in a state of panic, felt his heart racing. Every time he heard Ye Chen’s landing sounds, it was enough to make his heart leap into his throat.
The Second Leader glanced back frequently, only to see Ye Chen getting closer each time, making him panic and run even faster.
Ye Chen pursued from behind, calling out, “Stop running and accept your fate.”
The Second Leader looked back again, but this time, Ye Chen’s figure had disappeared. Startled, he looked ahead and found Ye Chen standing in front of him, ready to attack with his blade.
With no way to evade, the Second Leader showed a fierce expression and said, “You’ve forced my hand!”
“Void Slash!”
Ye Chen, preferring not to waste words, unleashed a Void Slash, the blade aura splitting through the trees, causing the Second Leader to be decapitated and splattering blood everywhere.
[Defeated special enemy, earned 10,000 points]
“Hmm?”
Ye Chen was surprised. Why did this ordinary Second Leader from a bandit village warrant such a high reward?
Could he have a more mysterious identity?
“Check his identity.”
[500 points deducted]
**[Aye Sa, Second Prince of the Tu Man Tribe
Seven years ago, Aye Sa was exiled for assaulting the Khan’s fifth consort. He arrived in Yunzhou.
Three years ago, Aye Sa entered Wangjia Village and became its de facto leader.]**
“Another Tu Man person!”
Ye Chen, after reviewing Aye Sa’s identity, was taken aback. These barbarians are quite the tricksters.
However, the Second Prince’s identity granted Ye Chen 10,000 points, and Ye Chen felt he should thank him properly.
[Wangjia Village annihilated. Congratulations to the host for eliminating the bandits in Yunzhou. System reward: Legendary weapon, Fish Intestine Sword]
Fish Intestine Sword! Ye Chen was delighted. The Fish Intestine Sword, one of the top ten legendary swords, known as the “Sword of Valor,” was perfect for his battlefield heroics!
With Wangjia Village wiped out, Ye Chen could now fully focus on the conquest of the grasslands. Thus began Ye Chen’s grand plan.
In the Yunzhou military camp, the bonfire illuminated the excited faces of the soldiers. That night, Ye Chen rewarded the entire army, helping them recover from the fatigue of continuous battles.
Ye Chen sat alone, enjoying wine under the moonlight, contemplating the detailed plans for his grassland campaign.
“Your Highness, a young general and a monk seek an audience outside the camp.”
Following the example of Zhao Yun and Xu Da, Lao Huang had become increasingly astute, reporting any new arrivals seeking Ye Chen immediately.
As he did not know the capabilities of the newcomers, Lao Huang acted swiftly, just as he had with Zhao Yun and Xu Da.
Ye Chen immediately got up and made his way to the camp entrance.
Outside the camp, Huo Qubing, youthful and full of joy, looked at the Yunzhou military camp and remarked:
“With Your Highness’s governance, this camp truly exudes the vigor of the Han Dynasty!”
Yao Guangxiao also took in the scene and said with a smile, “Your Highness is a remarkable figure of the age, with ambitions of overthrowing the court. A mere military camp is nothing in comparison!”
Due to the system’s connection, the meeting Ye Chen had held two days prior was fully conveyed to Huo Qubing and Yao Guangxiao.
Both were amazed by Ye Chen’s grand ambitions. Even Yao Guangxiao, known as the Demon Monk, expressed his astonishment.
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