Human Clan Defender-Chapter 473 - 220: Ambush Kill (Seeking Monthly Votes)

Chapter 473: Chapter 220: Ambush Kill (Seeking Monthly Votes)

Death-like silence.

Even Wu Que, who had broken through to Grandmaster Peak, was immensely shocked by this scene.

In their line of sight, a figure in a green robe descended, and a familiar face appeared.

Instantly, Wu Que reacted and clasped his fists in a salute.

"Saber Blade Sect’s Wu Que pays respect to Lord Shen!"

"Lord Shen!"

The other members of the Saber Blade Sect also came to their senses and hurriedly bowed deeply in salute. They were not unfamiliar with Shen Changqing’s appearance. Not to mention distant occasions, they had just recently seen him at the black market auction.

Thinking of the power that had easily eradicated all those Barbarians, they were secretly filled with astonishment. Too strong. That power was completely beyond what they could withstand.

Even Wu Que, thinking of that power, felt a sense of helplessness. Although he did not fear strong adversaries, he also needed the ability to contend. In the face of a Great Grandmaster, who was completely superior to Grandmasters, he couldn’t muster any fighting spirit.

Shen Changqing smiled faintly and said, "Everyone need not be overly courteous. I sensed that a powerful martial artist had broken through to Grandmaster Peak here, so I came to have a look. I didn’t expect to encounter the Barbarian Clan causing trouble. The Barbarian Clan infiltrating South Nether Prefecture and attacking you all is a matter of negligence on the part of our Demon-Subduing Division. Luckily, the Barbarians who were causing trouble have been slain without causing too much damage."

He then looked at Wu Que, his smile still present. "Having said that, I must congratulate Sect Leader Wu on your advancement to Grandmaster Peak. From now on, the Saber Blade Sect will join the ranks of the Supreme Sects."

What does Supreme imply? The highest existence in Jianghu. Although Grandmaster Peak might not be the highest ranking within the Demon-Subduing Division, within Jianghu, it is already qualified to be called supreme and unequaled. Therefore, a sect with a Grandmaster Peak martial artist at its helm has the right to be considered a Supreme Sect.

"Lord Shen overpraises me. A mere Grandmaster Peak is not worth mentioning before a Great Grandmaster," Wu Que said with a modest expression. The power he had just felt made him acutely aware of the terror of a Great Grandmaster. A personal experience. It was very different from just observing in an auction house. A Great Grandmaster’s power was magnificent and vast, like an ocean of mist; compared to it, the power wielded by a Grandmaster seemed insignificant.

As his words fell, Wu Que’s expression turned serious again. "It’s thanks to Lord Shen’s timely assistance. Otherwise, if we had continued fighting, there would have been significant injuries. This time, my Saber Blade Sect owes Lord Shen a favor."

"Even if I hadn’t intervened, with Sect Leader Wu’s strength, those Barbarians wouldn’t have stood a chance," Shen Changqing shook his head. "Besides, this is the Demon-Subduing Division’s responsibility, so you needn’t take it to heart."

Wu Que, having broken through to Grandmaster Peak, was beyond what those Barbarians could handle. Even if Shen Changqing hadn’t intervened, Wu Que could have slain them all. The only difference would have been the time it took. Given the presence of the Barbarian Clan, there had been no reason for him to stand idly by, so it was inevitable that he would intervene.

Wu Que said, "Regardless, the favor of Lord Shen’s intervention is something my Saber Blade Sect cannot forget. If Lord Shen ever needs the Saber Blade Sect in the future, feel free to speak out. Even if it requires climbing a mountain of swords or descending into a sea of flames, the Saber Blade Sect will not hesitate."

Upon hearing this, Shen Changqing gazed deeply at him and finally smiled slightly. "Well, I will remember Sect Leader Wu’s words today. It seems you all wish to return to Guangyuan Prefecture, so I won’t disturb you further. If you encounter any further attacks by the Barbarian Clan, you may seek help along the way from the local city officials or members of the Demon-Subduing Division."

"Very well!" Wu Que nodded and then mounted his horse. "We shall take our leave now, farewell!"

After saying this, he spurred his horse and left. The other members of the Saber Blade Sect also clasped their fists in salute before mounting their horses and following closely behind.

The Saber Blade Sect, interesting... Shen Changqing watched their disappearing figures, his face revealing a smile with deep significance. He could tell that Wu Que was interested in pledging allegiance to the Demon-Subduing Division. It was almost outright stated in their conversation. For a sect with a Grandmaster Peak martial artist to pledge allegiance, Shen Changqing saw no reason to refuse. As it happened, he had little control over Guangyuan Prefecture, but if the Saber Blade Sect were willing to pledge allegiance, then he would gain some indirect control over it. Every bit of power is another option for retreat. Even though he was currently the Defender Envoy of South Nether Prefecture, having some power in other prefectures was undoubtedly beneficial. Moreover, the Saber Blade Sect had acquired the Great Sun Golden Body and now had Wu Que, a Grandmaster Peak, to stand guard. As long as nothing unexpected happened, their rise was inevitable.

Shaking his head, Shen Changqing turned to return. He had originally come only because he sensed a Blade Path Grandmaster breaking through to Grandmaster Peak and had specifically come to check. Unexpectedly, he had ended up witnessing a Barbarian Clan ambush and took care of it effortlessly. The goodwill from the Saber Blade Sect was an unexpected bonus.

Back at the Demon-Subduing Division, Shen Changqing immediately found Xing Yi, Mu Qing, and others, and said solemnly, "You all must have heard the Blade’s Hum that resounded for miles just now!"

"Indeed." Mu Qing nodded. The commotion of breaking through to Grandmaster Peak was not small; it would have been difficult for him not to notice.

Xing Yi didn’t speak, but he also nodded his head.

Following that, Mu Qing then asked, "Could it be that there’s some problem with the recent phenomenon?" His expression was one of confusion. If it was only a Grandmaster’s breakthrough to Grandmaster Peak, it wouldn’t have caused Shen Changqing to make such a big fuss.

Shen Changqing’s face was gloomy. "The one who broke through to Grandmaster Peak was the Saber Blade Sect Master. When I arrived, I happened to witness the Saber Blade Sect being ambushed by the Barbarian Clan."

An ambush by the Barbarian Clan! Mu Qing and Xing Yi’s expressions both changed. When the Barbarian Clan was involved, the matter could be either trivial or serious. 𝚏𝗿𝗲𝐞𝚠𝕖𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝕖𝚕.𝚌𝗼𝗺

Shen Changqing said, "Right after the auction ended, the Barbarian Clan brazenly attacked the Sects that participated. This is clearly a sign that they don’t take our Demon-Subduing Division seriously. If any Sects were to be harmed by the Barbarian Clan and the news spread, it would surely damage the reputation of our Demon-Subduing Division. The Heavenly Inspection Guard had no prior intelligence on this incident. Steward Xing, do you have anything to say?"

Upon hearing this, Xing Yi lowered his head. "Indeed, this was a dereliction of duty on the part of the Heavenly Inspection Guard. I will immediately issue an order to all Heavenly Inspection Guards to pay close attention and ensure such incidents do not recur." There was no point in making any more excuses.

"Good. I don’t want to see this happen a second time," Shen Changqing said indifferently. "Order all Heavenly Inspection Guards to closely monitor the movements of the Barbarian Clan and Great Zhou scouts. If they are found attacking members of the Sects, they are to signal immediately. At that time, I will deal with it personally."

As the Defender Envoy of South Nether Prefecture, the fact that people from Great Zhou and the Barbarian Clan had infiltrated here was a slight against him. Both morally and logically, there was no reason for him to sit back and ignore it. Therefore, towards the scouts from Great Zhou and the Barbarian Clan, Shen Changqing always had only one response: kill!

"Yes!" Xing Yi replied respectfully.

Then, Shen Changqing turned to Mu Qing. "Mu Defender, I’ll trouble you to remain stationed in Mountain-Breaking City. Should anyone seize the chance to cause chaos within the city, it will be up to you, Mu Defender, to suppress them without causing too much uproar."

"No problem," Mu Qing also nodded. He was to stay in Mountain-Breaking City anyway; it was part of his duties.

Finally, Shen Changqing emphasized, "Signal with blue fireworks if you spot the Barbarian Clan, and red fireworks for Great Zhou scouts. If it’s just the internal strife of Jianghu Sects, the Demon-Subduing Division should not intervene rashly."

"Yes!" Xing Yi responded once more.

"General, it looks like there’s an ambush!" Among the people from Dayue, one who had surveyed the surroundings immediately urged their horse forward and whispered.

Upon hearing this, Wang Xiao’s expression was calm. "Ignore them, just some grasshoppers. They may have thievish intentions but not necessarily the courage. Go and clean them up; don’t cause too much of a stir."

"Yes!" A few men acknowledged the command and headed towards the rear.

Subsequently, Wang Xiao led the remaining people and continued forward. Not long after, strong fluctuations came from behind, as if powerful fighters were engaged in battle there.

About half an hour later, a few light cavalrymen returned, spattered with blood.

"All have been dealt with cleanly!"

"Good." Wang Xiao nodded. He had not come to South Nether Prefecture without any experts. Among the eight people who accompanied him, each one was a Martial Artist of the Grandmaster Realm. With the eight of them joining forces, even a Grandmaster at their Peak could be cut down from horseback. Those forces who were envious of Great Grandmaster Martial Arts and had been tailing them were simply no match.

Half a day later, Wang Xiao suddenly stopped and then raised his hand to signal. The people following him also stopped promptly.

Immediately after, he was seen stepping into the air. A vast power surged from his Flesh, centering on himself and rushing outwards in all directions like a tidal wave.

BOOM! True Qi surged, roaring like a great river. Within a radius of one hundred zhang, everything was engulfed by this wave of energy.

In the next instant, a dozen terrifying fluctuations erupted, and one after another, figures appeared, surrounding Wang Xiao and his men tightly.

"Indeed, the Fist Saint of Dayue is extraordinarily strong. It’s just unknown whether such a dignified Fist Saint will be able to return alive today," a cold voice rang out. A distinguished-looking middle-aged man, but with a sinister glint in his eyes, appeared at the forefront. His powerful aura surged, no weaker than that of someone at the Grandmaster Ultimate Summit.

Seeing the newcomer, the ever-present smile on Wang Xiao’s face faded, and his eyes grew colder.

"Yang Yue!"

Sword Venerable Yang Yue! Commander of the Imperial Guards of the Great Zhou Imperial Family, a powerful martial artist at the Grandmaster Ultimate Summit. For beings of such a realm, the various Imperial Courts would have corresponding intelligence, and he had seen Yang Yue’s portrait. Therefore, the moment he saw the other party, Wang Xiao recognized their identity.

Afterward, he let out a cold laugh. "Ambush me with just you and these few misshapen dates? You’re quite imaginative. This is Great Qin’s territory. If we fight, it won’t take long for Great Qin’s people to notice. I’m very curious to know, if you were to fall here in South Nether Prefecture, whether Emperor Zhou would grieve for you."

"Rest assured, killing you won’t be so troublesome," Yang Yue let out a chilling chuckle, a sinister light flashing fleetingly in his eyes. "Instead of worrying about my demise here, perhaps Great General Wang should consider his own. If you were to fall here, I’m afraid all of Dayue would be shaken, wouldn’t it?"