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

Chapter 121 The War Begins
The Bai family sending a letter at this time suggests that something is not simple.

Lu Ming thought to himself, and then opened the envelope.

After reading it, I couldn't help but frown.

The other side was obviously also aware that the Queen had ordered him to send troops.

However, the letter advised him against sending troops.

The reason is that everyone now knows that the Bai family sponsored Lu Ming.

If he sends troops to deal with those rebel kings, wouldn't that drag the Bai family into the opposition of those rebel kings as well?

At the very least, the latter will have doubts.

This is something they absolutely will not allow.

Towards the end, his tone even carried a hint of command.

"Where is the messenger?" Lu Ming asked, looking up.

The guard standing below quickly replied, "They're just outside. They said they'll wait for your reply before leaving!"

"Tell him to tell the Bai family that this is a matter for my governor's office and has nothing to do with the Bai family. As for the funding for my army, it is only to ensure that the governor's office will be responsible for their safety within the six prefectures."

It doesn't mean that others can boss me around.

"Just let them manage their own families."

After he finished speaking, he waved for his guards to leave.

Although the Bai family had clearly chosen to rebel against the king by this point, and were at least closer to him than he was, Lu Ming did not directly turn against them.

After all, he was about to go to war.

Although preparations have been made to deal with the Bai family, we must also do our utmost to prevent chaos from breaking out in Yuzhou.

Once he returns victorious, the Bai family will be completely at his mercy.

After glancing at the empty main hall...

Lu Ming then walked towards the backyard.

Li Xirou had already brought his armor out to dry again and cleaned it thoroughly.

She had prepared the meal early and was waiting for Lu Ming.

Upon seeing him return, she hurriedly stepped forward and asked, "Husband, when are we going to war?"

His tone revealed his concern.

At the same time, she pulled Lu Ming to sit down at the dinner table.

At this time, the maids had already begun to serve the dishes.

"About five days from now, the army from Yunzhou should arrive by then."

If it's a forced march, this time is about right.

After all, the weakest are all martial artists who have entered the country.

A large portion of them even moved to the Blood Realm.

Running is no joke.

Lu Ming's idea was that after this battle, if the army's strength could reach the True Essence level, then even the powerful families of the Southern Frontier would have to behave themselves in front of him.

"must be careful."

"I understand, don't worry," Lu Ming said with a smile.

In the following days, he not only inspected the army's training.

He also instructed Sun Juan and others to intensify the refining of the pills used in the Blood-Moving Pill.

As for money, now is not the time to be stingy; at least for now, we have enough.

Just focus on buying the medicinal herbs.

If the army wins, will I still lack money?

This war will surely produce a large number of warriors who will earn merit.

Then, I can use pills to improve my strength.

Therefore, besides the danger, this battle is also an opportunity for everyone.

To this end, Lu Ming even reluctantly exchanged more than ten Dao Foundation Pills within his system space.

This was prepared for his subordinate generals.

It's up to them who can use it.

Five days passed in the blink of an eye.

Early that morning, Lu Ming got up, said goodbye to Li Xirou, and headed outside.

At the city gate, the army had already assembled.

There aren't many people, only 70,000.

But they were all elites, and almost all of them had already broken through to the Blood Transformation Realm.

The massive, dark ironclad pagodas, in particular, are a sight to behold and inspire awe.

"My lord, all the troops have been assembled."

"Let's set off then!" Lu Ming said calmly, then leaped onto his warhorse.

When the whip is swung.

The mount roared off.

Others naturally followed suit.

For the next few days, they spent almost all their time traveling.

At the same time, Lu Ming also received a large number of battle reports.

Wu Han has already launched an attack on Mingzhou.

With Mingzhou's territory undefended, the Zezhou army stormed in and captured two counties in five days.

King Ming left the allied forces and turned back towards Mingzhou.

The news brought a smile to Lu Ming's face as he stepped out of the border.

"Wu Han did not disappoint me. He was still as swift and fierce as fire when he fought."

Where is the Bright King now?

After he spoke, Zhang Mu, who was standing next to him, quickly took the map.

"According to the scouts, he will arrive at Feixia Plain tomorrow. He has taken more than half of the elite troops from the three states with him, totaling 120,000 armored soldiers and 100,000 refugee soldiers. The Core Formation Realm experts from the Immortal Sect have also gone with him."

"Feixia Plain isn't far from us, is it? I think we can get there in half a day. Let's go to Feixia Plain first and wait there."

Tell Wu Han that everyone says he is incredibly brave and fierce. This time, I have prepared the elixir for him so that he can conquer the three states under the Ming King's control as quickly as possible.

I'll recommend him for credit then!

"Yes, sir!" Zhang Mu replied hastily.

Then, he ordered someone to deliver the message.

A moment later, the army's marching speed noticeably increased.

And at this moment.

Inside the Bai family compound in Yuzhou, the head of the Bai family, Bai Xian'er's grandfather Bai Tu, sat at the head of the table.

His cultivation level has reached the peak of the late stage of Core Formation.

Above them is the patriarch of the family, which is the foundation upon which the Bai family can establish itself in the southern border region.

Now, he is wearing a white robe.

Seated at the top of the hall were the heads of the various branches of the Bai family, as well as some outstanding younger members.

At this moment, the head of the Bai family said calmly, "Our governor is not very obedient to advice. He insists on fighting and has even mobilized 150,000 troops from two prefectures to our vicinity."

They seem to be guarding against Huangzhou, but in reality, they're guarding against us.

If he loses, the rebel kings of various states will besiege the six states. They may not be able to do anything to us, but they will certainly be dissatisfied, and it will be much more difficult to cooperate in the future.

"What do you think should happen to the Bai family?"

“We can handle 150,000 men. Let’s just slaughter our way out of the rear and take over these six states. Why bother supporting others?” Bai Lin from the second branch couldn’t help but speak up.

He had a handsome face, but it was cold and sinister. His cultivation level was currently at the early stage of Core Formation.

He is considered to have considerable influence within the Bai family.

"Do you know why aristocratic families can remain indefinitely? It's because we've always been behind the scenes. That way, even if we lose, there's room for maneuver with the new dynasty and the new royal family. If we go to the forefront, we'll inevitably face direct confrontation, and one wrong move could lead to total defeat."

Confiscating property and exterminating the entire family is inevitable. Take that family in Mingzhou, for example. They claimed to be the Ming King. Do you think they could go all the way and ascend the throne?

Throughout history, royal families have shown leniency towards those who challenged them for the throne.

"So let's not bring this up again." The Bai family head said calmly, denying his second son's words.

“Father, in my opinion, it would be better to send some gifts to the rebel kings in the other states and say that Lu Ming has nothing to do with us. That way, we can consider that governor defeated.”

Other rebel kings have occupied Yuzhou, but they won't break ties with us.

If all else fails, helping them secretly will also be acceptable.

The eldest son, Bai Hongdao.

He is Bai Xian'er's father.

His cultivation level was also at the early stage of Core Formation.

Now, as his father's vital energy and blood begin to decline.

He has gradually taken over family affairs.

A cultivator at the Core Formation stage has a lifespan of three hundred years. Even with proper care, they cannot break through to the Golden Core stage.

At most, they can live another ten years.

"Sigh, you are good in every other way, but you are too soft-hearted when doing things. As a result, even though Lu Ming lost, the other rebel kings really won't do anything to us."

However, when they meet again later, they will inevitably be at a disadvantage, giving the impression of being timid.

How incredibly difficult it is to turn things around now.

Bai Xian'er, who was sitting below, had a glint in her eyes, as if she had thought of something, but she didn't say anything.

Then, the patriarch of the Bai family said, "Notify all the rebel kings that the Bai family will not help Lu Ming."

The voice sounded.

The eldest son of the Bai family clapped his hands and exclaimed, "Brilliant! Since everyone believes that Lu Ming accepted the Bai family's offer and is on our side, now that we've released the news that we won't help him, the other rebel kings will owe us a favor, and the Bai family will also sever ties with Lu Ming."

We don't need to contribute anything; we can simply sit back and watch the two tigers fight. Whoever gains control of the six states later, we can continue to support them.

Old Master Bai nodded and said, "That's the idea."

But at this moment, Bai Xian'er said, "But in this way, the last bit of affection we have for Lu Ming will be completely severed."

Her voice was soft.

But who among us isn't an expert?

I can hear it clearly naturally.

Bai Hong frowned and said, "Xian'er, don't be so presumptuous! Is this a place where you can speak so casually?"

The outstanding younger generation of the Bai family can listen here, but they absolutely cannot speak without permission.

But the old man clearly adored this younger generation.

Smiling, she waved her hand, signaling Bai Hong not to scold Bai Xian'er.

Then, looking at everyone, he smiled and said, "Let's leave it at that. Don't go running around for the time being."

After saying that, he left the hall.

The others also left at this time.

Leaving Bai Xian'er behind only made him more and more agitated.

She didn't know why.

I have a feeling that this matter might not be so simple.

Just as the Bai family was preparing to announce to the world that they were completely severing ties with Lu Ming.

Now, after a long and rapid journey, the other side has arrived at the Flying Cloud Plain.

Looking at the endless plains.

Lu Ming ordered the army to set up camp on the spot.

"My lord, the Ming King's troops should arrive tomorrow afternoon," Zhang Mu said cautiously.

Lu Ming nodded. "Then let's wait until tomorrow. When we attacked Chizhou, this Ming King was planning to seize our territory. Let's settle the score from the past this time."

Lu Ming said indifferently.

Although he had few men under his command.

However, it is not believed that there is no chance of victory against the army of King Shangming.

With the increase in the number of Ironclad Cavalry, their strength is now even greater.

The Blood Sea Pagoda was so powerful that even they were astonished.

He wanted to see if he could break through the Ming King's camp.

Just kill him.

Even a million-strong army would have to kneel on the Feixia Plain.

“You’re right, sir,” Zhang Mu quickly replied.

Then, a piece of roasted meat was handed to Lu Ming.

He, on the other hand, was carrying a jar of wine and drinking it in large gulps.

His face was full of joy.

If he fights one more battle, his merits can be exchanged for a pill to advance his cultivation to the Qi Refining Realm.

At that time, they will form a military formation.

Even if you encounter someone at the Foundation Establishment stage, you can still kill them.

Moreover, if this battle continues, it's not impossible to obtain enough pills to advance to the Foundation Establishment stage.

At that time, Zhang Mu could be quite famous in the region.

After eating the meat, Lu Ming rested.

The night passed in the blink of an eye.

When the time came to the afternoon of the second day.

From afar, Lu Ming saw a group of people approaching them.

There's no need to hide anything on the plains.

We can simply set up our formation and engage in direct combat.

The opposing striker and scout probably already knew that they were waiting here.

At this moment, King Ming's face was ashen.

He hadn't expected Lu Ming to be so bold, nor had he expected Wu Hanzhen to be so courageous.

He had deployed a full 200,000 troops at the border between Mingzhou and Chizhou to prevent Lu Ming from launching a surprise attack.

In his view, the maximum number of troops that could be mobilized from the six states was only 300,000.

The Minnesota Army remained on the defensive.

Fighting from the city walls, with neither side having a significant troop strength difference, they managed to hold off the enemy no matter what.

But I was wrong.

Within just a few days, the city was breached by Wu Han, and his army scattered and fled.

Therefore, he had no choice but to turn back.

But Lu Ming actually led a mere tens of thousands of troops to block his more than two hundred thousand men.

The other party clearly doesn't take him seriously at all.

The Ming King, dressed in a white python robe, had bloodshot eyes.

He sat on his warhorse.

At this moment, they also saw the soldiers blocking their way.

The line slowly came to a stop.

The figure of the Ming King remained beneath the banner.

Then, turning to the immortal sect expert beside him, he said, "Master, Lu Ming is quite strong, and he also has a military formation. I'm afraid the army won't be able to take him down in a short time."

How about we have a few of my senior brothers assist the army in battle? What do you think?

“Of course!” said the old man beside him with a smile. His face was red and he carried a huge red gourd on his back. He was the Grand Elder of the Lingyan Sect.

His cultivation level had reached the Core Formation Realm.

It's definitely not weak.

Moreover, he has a secret technique called Drunken Sword Technique, which makes him stronger in combat the more alcohol he drinks.

Don't be fooled by his usual cheerful demeanor and constant smiling, even though he only drinks.

However, he was extremely ruthless.

After arriving in Minnesota, he frequently committed murder.

Countless people died at his hands.

As soon as he finished speaking, Mingwang immediately said, "Thank you, Master."

Then, he cupped his hands in greeting to the senior brothers beside him.

Then he turned to the general beside him and said, "Cao Han!"

"The general is here!"

A man dressed in black armor immediately stepped forward and clasped his hands in greeting.

He was tall and strong, and sat astride a chestnut horse.

In his hand he held a golden-patterned serpent spear.

This person is a general recruited by the Ming King. He is quite strong and his cultivation level is at the mid-stage of Qi Refining.

His physical body is extremely strong.

It can fight head-on with someone in the late stage of Qi Refining.

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that he was incredibly brave and fierce.

"Lead your 30,000 cavalry and charge from the front to crush the Yunzhou army!"

"Wang Lin, Sun Li, you two each lead 50,000 infantrymen to follow on both flanks. After the cavalry charges forward, you two will launch a surprise attack and wipe out the entire Yunzhou army!"

"Yes, sir!" Two more generals stepped forward.

His cultivation level is at the peak of the Innate Realm.

Then, Ming Wang turned back to the three young men and said, “My three senior brothers, you should charge into the enemy ranks with the cavalry. If possible, it would be best to kill Lu Ming, the governor of the six prefectures, first.”

As he spoke, a gentle smile appeared on his face.

"Don't worry, junior brother!" said a somewhat composed young man.

The other party is the eldest brother of the Ming King, whose cultivation level is already at the peak of the late stage of the Dao Foundation stage.

Just as they were preparing to attack.

At this moment, Lu Ming was also impatient.

"Ironclad Cavalry, charge with me! Mighty Warriors, clear the way for the infantry! Everyone, follow quickly!"

After the order is issued.

Lu Ming's warhorse had already charged forward.

The Iron Pagoda followed closely behind.

At this moment, a breathtaking scene unfolded: the Wanli Yunyan Beast, which was much taller than ordinary warhorses, emitted dark smoke as it ran, enveloping the entire cavalry force.

The figures within were sometimes visible, sometimes hidden.

And from the dust beneath their feet, dense sparks burst forth, clusters of which shone brightly against the black mist.

Clad in heavy armor, with only their eyes showing, the Ironclad Cavalry appeared even more ferocious.

With the opening of "Blood Sea Floating Pagoda Formation".

It was like a dark, doomsday-ending wave.

They gradually approached the Mingzhou army.

(End of this chapter)