Starting as a centurion, he fought his way through the chaos of the world.

Chapter 102 Sublimation
As Li Yan spoke, several disciples from the sect approached.

There were six people in total, each with a different expression.

But they all have one thing in common: they are very conspicuous.

He was clearly not an ordinary person.

The shimmering light reflected off them, giving them a very mysterious feel.

Lu Ming rode the army formation into the air, and the giant python's body also shimmered with mysterious light.

His cold eyes stared at the six people.

The silver scales stood upright, their edges radiating sharpness.

"Kill!" Luo Yun moved first, a dark longsword in his palm.

It seems to have reached the level of a magical artifact.

The whistling blade light was chilling to behold.

It instantly tore through the night, creating a beam of light that swayed across the wasteland.

The giant python turned its head to dodge the multiple blades.

The python's head slammed out at an extremely high speed, and the surrounding air desperately rushed backward.

It produced an amazing sonic boom.

Luo Yun held his blade in front of his body, and the moment it collided with the python's head, he was pushed backward.

At the same time, he made a hand seal, and a mysterious aura appeared around his body, protecting him.

The sharp whistling sound made his protective aura restless.

It seems like it could explode at any moment.

He originally thought he could easily handle the situation, but he didn't expect his opponent to be so strong.

Under this force, they could not even resist.

It roared, "Aren't we going to attack together? Are we really going to wait for this giant python to defeat us one by one?"

His voice was filled with anxiety.

Several sect disciples, who were initially on guard against each other, exchanged glances.

A decision was finally made.

Yu Ling said slowly, "This military formation is strange. Let's kill it first!"

They supported different rebel kings, and therefore did not trust each other.

When Yu Ling was speaking.

A long sword forged from jade appeared in his palm. His body soared into the air, his robes fluttering, and under the fluorescent light, he resembled an immortal.

Her feet hovered in the air, leaving white streaks with each step.

It instantly approached the python's body.

The others also started moving at the same time.

Someone dragged out a sword, which reflected in the dazzling light screen.

Like a waterfall, it slashed towards the snake's body.

Someone wielded a large sledgehammer, piercing the air like a rain of meteors.

It emitted a fiery red light.

The giant python's head trembled.

"Boom!" Luo Yun was sent flying.

The python turned its head around to meet Yu Ling, and with a sweep of its tail, it sent a sect disciple flying.

But there are just too many competitors, and we are struggling to keep up.

"Bang!" His body was struck by the hammer, his scales flew off, and blood gushed out.

However, it was replaced in an instant.

Several sect disciples stepped back.

Luo Yun clutched his chest, blood trickling from the corner of his mouth; he was clearly injured.

Jade Spirit's palms were dripping with blood, and her crystalline arms trembled incessantly.

Another sect disciple was struck in the back by a snake's tail and lay on the ground, his fate unknown.

After all, his actual cultivation level wasn't that high.

Without Liu Huai's powerful defenses.

It's incredibly lucky that it didn't explode on the spot after being hit by the snake's tail.

At this moment, only three disciples of the sect remained unharmed in the arena.

However, Luo Yun and Yu Ling seem to still have fighting power.

Meanwhile, the giant python in the center, where it had just been struck by the warhammer, was still throbbing and undulating.

It was obviously damaged as well.

“Your cultivation is not easy, and you are proficient in the way of battle. Why not assist a wise ruler? You will surely be ennobled and appointed as a general in the future, and it is even possible that you will ascend to the immortal position. Why help the Great Yu, which is already on the verge of collapse?”

He accompanied the imperial court to its doom.

We have five men left. You've already sustained injuries; if you continue, you'll surely die.

The Jade Spirit Sword was raised again, emitting a crisp sound.

"boom!"

But at that moment, the giant python's enormous head crashed down.

As it swoops down, it produces an amazing sonic boom.

Yu Ling stepped back to dodge the attack, but the next moment, a sect disciple was swept away by the python's tail.

When it falls to the ground.

His body was almost broken.

It turns out that Lu Ming's target was him all along.

The army's exceptional combat prowess was on full display at this moment.

In the wasteland, only a giant, silver-white python could be seen constantly fighting with the sect disciples.

The former's body undulated incessantly, like a silver dragon, and under the moonlight, its body gradually became stained with blood.

The remaining disciples of the sect were also not having an easy time.

One of them was slashed open in the chest by the sharp edge of the scale armor.

Fresh blood kept seeping out.

Hong Tao had a piece of flesh torn from his shoulder, and there was a bloody hole in his leg from which blood was gushing out.

Yu Ling's chest heaved, her clothes soaked with blood.

Luo Yun's condition was even worse; one of his arms had fallen to the ground.

However, unlike the others, he did not show fear on his face.

Just standing still.

With his remaining arm, he gripped the blade, his eyes gleaming with fighting spirit.

"Want to fight again?!" Lu Ming finally spoke, his voice metallic.

When it rang out in the air.

Yu Ling glanced at the disciples of the surrounding sects and began to slowly retreat.

She knew that even if they managed to break through the enemy formation today, one of the three of them would likely lose their lives.

She didn't want to take any more risks.

I don't want to die in a human body.

Hong Tao followed closely behind her as she left.

Next up is Luo Yun.

Although he was unwilling, he understood that he could not withstand the army formation by himself.

After they each left.

The wilderness fell silent once more.

The black-clad guards, lying prostrate in the hay, still dared not move.

Fear was evident on his face.

Each of these sect disciples was infamous in the Great Yu Dynasty, and even the rebel kings treated them with great respect.

Because the other party represents the Immortal Sect.

They were enormous beings, detached from the mundane world.

Moreover, these disciples are already top-tier in the mortal world in terms of strength.

But now, in the battle against the enemy's formation, they were completely overwhelmed, with three dead and three fleeing.

This news, once brought back, will surely shake the court and the public.

However, they dared not move an inch.

The ferocity displayed by the giant python in the wasteland made them feel that if they revealed their whereabouts, they would be torn apart in an instant.

Time passed second by second, and the giant python seemed to finally give up.

His body lay prone on the ground.

The scales on its body trembled like waves.

In the blink of an eye, another hour had passed.

Cracks seemed to have appeared on the giant python's body, and the army appeared to be unable to maintain its formation.

"Grandpa, he can't hold on much longer, aren't you going to do something?" Liu Xuan finally couldn't hold back anymore.

She was eager to try.

I don't know when, but a black cat appeared in my arms, its soft fur as smooth as silk.

But his scarlet eyes looked rather eerie.

This was a wedding gift from Tian Shu Dao Zi to her.

"almost!"

Liu Huai said calmly.

Then, Liu Xuan released the black cat from her arms.

The next moment, the cat, which had been small and docile just moments before, had transformed into a three-meter-tall creature the moment it took its first step.

With a leap, his body swelled up again.

It reached a height of about five meters. It exuded a violent and treacherous aura.

His scarlet eyes were fixed on the army formation.

Its fangs were gleaming white.

This cat possesses the bloodline of an ancient ferocious beast, and even under the suppression of the power of the mortal world, it can unleash power beyond the Dao Foundation in a short period of time.

Reaching the Core Formation Realm.

It was a protective spirit beast given to Liu Xuan by the Holy Son of Tian Shu.

She hadn't brought it with her when she was at the foot of Songzhou City, but she brought it back this time to deal with Lu Ming.

Lu Ming sensed the black cat approaching and opened his eyes.

A solemn expression appeared on his face.

While he was fighting against several sect disciples, he sensed that someone was spying on him, since he could now sense an area within a ten-mile radius.

He can detect anyone who enters the area.

The group closest to us is weak and poses no threat; the real threat comes from the two people in the distance, who exude very strong energy.

Therefore, they were forced to let Luo Yun and the other two go in the end.

They feigned weakness.

Now, the other party has really taken the bait.

He certainly wouldn't hold back.

As he sensed the black cat getting closer, a jade talisman appeared in his hand.

This talisman is called the Ascension Talisman. As the name suggests, after use, it can elevate the strength of an army or an individual to a higher level, without any side effects.

It was redeemed by Lu Ming using all the remaining points.

It's a bit pricey, but the results are amazing.

At the same time, I felt a sense of anticipation, wondering in which direction my "One-Word Devouring Heaven Long Serpent Formation" would evolve.

Then, as his inner energy surged, the Ascension Talisman ignited.

The next moment, a beam of light covered the entire military formation.

Everyone was inspired to change.

Before the black cat could get close, it transformed into a nine-headed giant python, using the "Devouring Heaven and Willow Formation".

This was a name that suddenly appeared in Lu Ming's mind.

Then, in the wasteland, a silver python raised its body.

Nine enormous heads shimmered and glowed in the moonlight.

Then, with lightning speed, it rushed towards the approaching black cat.

In the shadows, Lu Ming's shadowy figure appeared faintly behind the giant python. It was incredibly tall, even overshadowing the giant python and becoming its backdrop.

His armor was imposing, as if he had transformed into a demon.

"Meow!" The black cat cried out as if its tail had been stepped on.

Its hair stood on end, and its back was arched.

Then, without hesitation, he turned and ran away.

However, Lu Ming had already revealed his trump card, so naturally he wouldn't let him escape easily.

The giant python accelerated, and its nine enormous heads crashed out in an instant.

The python's mouth, large enough to devour a hill, opened wide.

It lunged at the black cat and bit at it.

"Stab!"

Blood splattered as the black cat's hindquarters were torn apart.

Fear flashed in its eyes, and it reached out with its front paws to grab at Xiang Liu's head in a final struggle.

Upon seeing this, Liu Huai's expression changed drastically, and he grabbed his granddaughter, saying, "Let's go!"

Then, it quickly fled into the distance.

At the same time, talismans were continuously slapped onto the body.

When Liu Xuan turned around, she saw the black cat's sharp claws land on one of the giant python's heads, creating bursts of sparks.

Then, the python bit its neck.

It was dragged into the air and swayed back and forth.

The moonlight shone on the giant python, making it appear exceptionally terrifying in the vast wilderness.

Then, the black cat's two front legs, which had been thrashing about, stopped moving.

It caused her a pang of heartache.

In the distance, the black-clad guards, suppressing their fear, drew this scene.

Then, they carefully retreated into the distance.

They dared not pause even for a moment longer.

Another hour passed, as the eastern sky gradually rose and the white moon began to appear.

The army that had returned to Li Yan's side finally dispersed.

No one was injured in the battle, but dozens of people suffered serious internal injuries.

However, after taking the pills that Lu Ming had exchanged for, they have all begun to recover.

The killing of three members of the immortal sect and the black cat caused Lu Ming's points to surge again, reaching over seven million.

However, it did recoup the previous expenses.

The army continued on its way, and this time Uncle Fu was much less wary of Lu Ming and his men.

The Imperial Guards who were always surrounding Li Yan would sometimes even joke with the strongmen under Lu Ming's command.

After all, people in the military all admire the strong.

However, Lu Ming's warriors are cold-blooded.

After a battle with the immortal sects.

Their character gradually changed.

He didn't answer, but just kept moving forward.

The Imperial Guards, despite being rebuffed, were not angry.

Instead, they were laughing and joking.

Inside the carriage, Uncle Fu looked at Prime Minister Li and asked, "Master, will they really send us back?"

At this point, they were almost at the core area of ​​the imperial court.

"Let's wait and see, maybe it's true," Li Yan said with a smile.

They seemed completely unconcerned.

Several more days passed, and the army emerged from the wilderness.

The city can already be seen in the distance, with a large number of troops lined up at the city gate.

It turned out that the Great Yu court had already received the news.

They sent men to wait here.

It was just too far away, and the people were indistinct, so I couldn't see exactly how many there were.

Lu Ming rode his warhorse to the carriage.

The pair of eyes that were exposed were devoid of any light.

The black, scale-like armor gleamed eerily in the sunlight.

Looking at Li Yan, who had already lifted the curtain on the carriage, he said.

"Prime Minister Li, you are now safe. We shall take our leave."

The metallic sound faded away.

Lu Ming steed his warhorse and headed into the depths of the wilderness.

The three thousand warriors scattered with a roar, galloping after their opponents.

They disappeared in an instant.

Li Yan watched them until they all disappeared from sight.

He then got back into the carriage and said to Uncle Fu beside him, "Let's go."

His voice was a little deep.

It seemed to carry a hint of sadness.

The procession slowly moved forward again.

At this moment, the Imperial Guards had already come to meet them.

A dense, orderly mass of people, clearly maintaining their formation.

Meanwhile, Lu Ming dared not linger and headed towards Yunzhou.

However, they were very careful and deliberately took a longer route.

At the same time, clean up any traces left behind.

Upon arriving in Songzhou, they taught a lesson to several groups of Black-Clad Guards who had been secretly following them.

I'm sure no one is following me.

Lu Mingcai led the group into a mountainous area.

It wasn't that he deliberately chose to go this way.

Rather, he felt that his cultivation was about to break through.

After a series of battles, his inner energy became increasingly refined.

At this moment, he found himself unable to suppress his emotions.

Therefore, the only option is to find a breakthrough point.

Finally, after the army stopped in a remote mountain forest, Lu Ming dismounted his warhorse.

After swallowing a Gangyuan Pill, one enters a state of cultivation.

A large army guarded the area.

It is very safe.

At the same time, their army, whose origins could not be ascertained, also caused a stir among various forces within the Great Yu territory.

It quickly began to spread to various places.

(End of this chapter)