Chapter 324 - 211: Taking the Initiative

Chapter 324: Chapter 211: Taking the Initiative

But a moment later, she quickly looked at Fang Yue. "Fang, I just lost my temper. I’m not usually like this."

"Oh."

Fang Yue nodded, ignoring her.

Because by now, the Changping Army soldiers were less than twenty zhang away from them.

"Heh heh, two survivors," the voice from before rang out again, having spotted Fang Yue and Li Mengyao hiding in the pit. "Cut off one of your arms, and I’ll spare your life!"

The two were too close together. If the Divine Arm Breaking Air Crossbows were used, Li Mengyao would be killed as well.

That was why he hadn’t ordered his men to fire their arrows. Instead, he demanded Fang Yue sever his own arm.

Hearing this, Li Mengyao’s face flushed red with anger, and she clenched her fists tightly.

And at that very moment, Fang Yue moved.

He shot to his feet, stomping his right foot down so hard it shattered the earth, and charged straight out of the pit.

"You’re courting death!"

The owner of the voice barked coldly, watching the scene unfold.

Fang Yue was incredibly fast. In the blink of an eye, he was upon the Changping Army soldiers.

"Fire! Fire the arrows!"

"Shoot him! Kill him!"

The voice was clearly furious.

He had thought a few men would be enough to finish off the boy, but he had no idea his opponent would be so powerful.

"SWOOSH SWOOSH SWOOSH SWOOSH SWOOSH..."

Instantly, a volley of bolts from the Divine Arm Breaking Air Crossbows shot toward Fang Yue.

"BANG BANG BANG BANG..."

A series of loud bangs erupted.

But Fang Yue had already started dodging before they even fired. His speed was incredible, far surpassing that of an ordinary Innate Grandmaster. While the Divine Arm Breaking Air Crossbows could indeed harm an Innate Grandmaster, that was only if they could land a hit.

With enough crossbows firing over a wide enough area, even an Innate Grandmaster would be helpless.

However, they were facing Fang Yue, and the Changping Army soldiers had let their guard down. As a result, Fang Yue managed to get right up in their faces. At such close range, the Divine Arm Breaking Air Crossbows were rendered useless.

Fang Yue slashed out, cleaving a Long Spear in two and sending heads flying high into the air.

"Aaaah!"

One by one, the Changping Army soldiers fell to the ground.

These soldiers were average at best. Some weren’t even Qi Sensing Martial Masters, but merely Foundation Forging Martial Artists.

That was why Fang Yue could slaughter them all with a single move, leaving no one standing.

"So fast!"

Hiding in the pit, Li Mengyao’s beautiful eyes widened as she stared in shock at the scene before her.

She knew Fang Yue was strong, but she’d never imagined he was *this* strong—able to unleash combat power greater than an ordinary Innate Grandmaster’s while only at the Qi Sensing realm!

’He’s incredible! His power is immense! It seems the rumors were true... he really did eat the flesh of a Demon Dragon!’ Li Mengyao marveled inwardly. This only confirmed it for her. ’He’s the one I’ve been looking for!’

"BANG!"

Just then, a spear pierced through the air, stabbing viciously toward the center of Fang Yue’s forehead.

Fang Yue’s pupils contracted, and he shifted to the side.

But the spear seemed to have a mind of its own, pursuing Fang Yue without any sign of stopping.

"BANG! BANG! BANG!"

After a series of impacts, the spear plunged into the side of the pit, carving out deep furrows.

"Hahahaha! Kid, you’re pretty slippery!"

A hearty laugh rang out, and a hulking figure approached from the distance. He had a powerful build and a ferocious expression.

Fang Yue narrowed his eyes at the burly man, a cold glint flashing within them. "Who are you?"

’This man is definitely at the Innate realm. I can’t believe the Rebel Army has an expert like this backing them!’

But Fang Yue showed no fear. Instead, a playful smile appeared on his lips.

’An expert of this caliber is the perfect whetstone for my blade!’

"You’re not worthy of knowing my name. Now, kneel and accept your death!" the burly man sneered, flashing a grin of unnaturally white teeth that was chilling to the bone.

"Hahaha, how arrogant!" Fang Yue threw his head back and laughed, an overbearing aura suddenly erupting from him.

"Hm?" The burly man’s eyes narrowed, a sense of danger rising in his heart. He hadn’t expected this kid to possess such a powerful aura.

But he wasn’t afraid. Instead, he grew excited, his fierce eyes locking onto Fang Yue with a greedy glint. "Boy, you’re destined to die here today! Hahaha..."

Done with words, Fang Yue attacked, charging straight at the burly man.

"You’re courting death!"

The burly man roared as his figure shot forward.

His Spear Technique was an extremely domineering style of Martial Arts, definitely considered top-tier among Innate Grandmasters.

With a single swing of his spear, Primordial Qi surged like a tidal wave, its overwhelming momentum carrying an intense, oppressive force.

A piercingly sharp aura radiated from Fang Yue as he met the attack head-on.

"BOOM!"

As their weapons clashed, two immense currents of Qi slammed into each other and exploded.

But the burly man had clearly underestimated Fang Yue’s strength. The collision of their Qi ended in a stalemate.

’How is this possible? How can this guy be so strong?’ The burly man’s eyes widened in disbelief.

"Let’s see which is superior—your spear or my blade!"

Fang Yue gave a cold smile, his Qi and blood boiling. Grasping his Divine Sword, he slashed out.

A piercing blade light howled forth, slashing directly at the burly man.

The man’s eyes narrowed and he retreated explosively. At the same time, he flourished his weapon, and the Long Spear in his hands split into two short spears, which he then sent hurtling toward the blade light.

"BOOM!"

The two short spears collided violently with the sword light, creating a deafening roar that made everyone’s ears ring.

The man stumbled back three steps, his face beet-red. Fang Yue, however, hadn’t moved an inch, still standing proudly in place and exuding a powerful aura.

"I won’t accept this!"

The burly man roared, his Qi and blood surging. He gritted his teeth and, with a wave of his hands, launched the two short spears like Hidden Weapons, sending them stabbing toward Fang Yue once again.

As for the burly man himself, he turned and fled.

He knew he was no match for Fang Yue, so his retreat was swift and decisive.

The man was cunning. His timing was perfect, and in an instant, he had fled over a hundred zhang into the surrounding forest.

Fang Yue didn’t pursue him. ’Never press a desperate foe,’ he thought. Besides, who knew what other enemies might be lurking in that forest.

At that moment, Li Mengyao ran up to him, her eyes sparkling with excitement as she gazed at Fang Yue. "Fang, you’re incredible! That man must be one of King Changping’s fiercest generals. I think his name is Rash. To think you actually beat him and sent him running! You’re amazing!"

’Rash?’

Fang Yue was taken aback for a moment, then a smile touched his lips. "Rash? That’s a fitting name."

’To think someone is actually called that. He certainly lives up to it—he’s plenty rash.’

Li Mengyao laughed as well. "His name is Rash, but he’s by no means weak! I heard he adventured far and wide for many years and is a formidable warrior. I never thought he’d suffer a defeat at your hands! You’re truly incredible!"

"Heh, just a lucky break," Fang Yue said, waving his hand modestly. But Li Mengyao didn’t buy it. To her, it only proved that Fang Yue’s strength was in a league of its own.

"In any case, you saved my life today. I owe you a favor. In the future, I’ll do anything you ask of me," Li Mengyao said.

Her tone was suggestive as she leaned closer to Fang Yue.

A faint, intoxicating fragrance wafted from her.

"Heh."

Fang Yue coughed dryly and took two subtle steps back.

"You... don’t you like me?" Li Mengyao asked, her face blushing slightly.

She was a peerless beauty, capable of toppling kingdoms, yet Fang Yue was so dismissive. A pang of disappointment struck her, and she couldn’t help but ask.

’What a temptress!’

’It would be a lie to say I’m not moved,’ Fang Yue thought. ’But no matter how I look at her, Li Mengyao doesn’t seem like a wanton woman.’

’How could she fall for me after just a few meetings?!’