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

Chapter 92 Black Crow
"Half a month ago, the garrison commander of Hongdu Prefecture received an order from the imperial court and led a large army to launch a surprise attack on the rebel army's grain storage. In one battle, they killed more than 10,000 rebels and looted all of the enemy's grain. After besieging Yunmeng Prefecture for several days, the rebel leader Lin Futong was forced to retreat to Zhelong Prefecture because his army had no food. Yunmeng Prefecture was unharmed."

The eunuch's voice rang out.

All the ministers in the hall turned their gazes toward him.

His knees buckled, and after glancing at his companions, he too knelt on the ground.

Even behind the curtain, the Empress's expression remained unseen.

A moment later, a clear, cold voice rang out, "The Ministry of War shall formulate a set of regulations for rewards. Court is adjourned!"

Then, the empress's perfect figure disappeared behind the curtain.

The courtiers let out a long sigh of relief.

At the same time, she felt a sense of gratitude towards Lu Ming, because if it weren't for him, she would probably still have to face the Empress's oppressive aura.

If Yunmeng Prefecture were to fall, it would be even more disastrous.

The generals strode away.

The civil officials, on the other hand, helped each other out of the palace gate.

The streets of Dayu were in complete chaos, with the Imperial Guards galloping wildly on their warhorses, searching for those who had stormed the execution ground.

This caused the locals to scatter and avoid the area.

At the same time, a hundred miles away from the capital.

Prince Yong bowed to the old man before him and said, "Thank you for saving my life, Immortal Master."

He was humble and had a virtuous appearance.

He Song also bowed and said, "Thank you for saving my life, senior."

The old man smiled and said, "Your Highness, Imperial Advisor, there's no need for such formalities. I come from the Tian Shu Sect, and my granddaughter and I have been ordered to come here to assist you. It is only right that we save you."

The woman beside him nodded slightly.

"Liu Xuan, an inner disciple of the Tian Shu Sect, greets Your Highness!"

"Your Highness, there's no need for such formality. It's too much of an honor for this old man." At this moment, Prince Yong was no longer the cold and aloof figure he had been in the capital. Instead, he was extremely warm and welcoming.

Liu Xuan smiled.

He was clearly satisfied with Prince Yong's attitude.

"This is not the place to talk. Let's return to Kunzhou as soon as possible, otherwise it will be difficult to resist the arrival of the imperial army," the old man said slowly.

Now that he is in the mortal world, he cannot fully unleash his magical powers.

After flying only a hundred miles, sweat had already seeped from their foreheads.

If the Imperial Guards launch a full-scale attack, they may not be able to withstand it.

“The immortal is right, let’s leave now,” Prince Yong said hastily.

He was imprisoned in the capital for several years.

Now, even if it means death, I would never want to go back.

As he turned around, his gaze swept towards the direction of the capital, a flash of ruthlessness crossing his eyes.

Then, they followed Liu Xuan and the other person towards Kunzhou.

Of course, they had already changed out of their prison uniforms beforehand, otherwise they would have encountered a lot of trouble on the way.

As he walked along the road, He Song seemed to remember something. "Immortal Master, I wonder how Yunzhou is doing now?"

He was imprisoned in the dungeon and had no idea what was happening outside.

However, based on his speculation, Yunmeng Prefecture has probably already been breached.

"I heard that the garrison commander of Hongdu plundered the rebel army's supplies, and Yunmeng Prefecture was saved."

The old man walking ahead didn't turn his head.

There seemed to be some dissatisfaction in his tone.

Clearly, the fact that Yunmeng Prefecture hadn't been destroyed was not what he wanted to see.

He Song nodded and said nothing more, while Prince Yong once again became expressionless.

Meanwhile, on the other side, Lu Ming pulled Xi Rou to kneel down and pay homage to Li Yan.

The food was also laid out.

The other party was clearly in high spirits today, and Lu Ming accompanied him for several drinks.

Feeling drowsy, I went to rest.

Lu Ming then entered the secret chamber again to prepare for cultivation.

During the meal, Li Yan said he would personally go to Zhelong Mansion to appease the people.

He would naturally follow.

Otherwise, how can we feel at ease?

Therefore, we must do our best to improve our combat effectiveness.

Upon entering the secret chamber, he exchanged for another Earth Spirit Fruit and swallowed it.

At this moment, he felt that his connection to the earth's veins seemed to be broader and deeper.

"It seems there has been another breakthrough," Lu Ming thought to himself.

Then, another Earth Spirit Fruit was put into his mouth.

At this moment, he was deeply sensing the changes in the earth's veins.

And the amount of earth vein energy that can be utilized is also increasing.

On the other side, Marquis Hongshan led his army straight towards Zhelong Mansion.

The adjutant beside him said, "My lord, isn't the garrison commander of Hongdu Prefecture coming with us? Since he has made such a contribution, he must have some ability, right? Is it really because of the relationship between the Prime Minister and him that you didn't bring the garrison commander along?"

He knew the temperament of Marquis Hongshan. Although he was polite to Prime Minister Li, he was not yet wary or even afraid of him.

Now, such a big thing has happened in Zhelong Mansion.

It would be good to have more help.

"It was just a lucky break that I managed to launch a sneak attack on the rebels' rear, thanks to my Qi Condensation cultivation and a bit of luck."

This time we are dealing with the main force of the rebels, and there may also be people from the Immortal Sect involved.

If he were just an ordinary town garrison commander, he would have come along too.

However, given his close relationship with Li Xiang and the latter's depleted health, it would be somewhat unreasonable to forcibly conscript him to guard Hongdu.

He's just a dispensable figure, but we still have to give Prime Minister Li face.

Moreover, even if we assume that the garrison commander of Hongdu is exceptionally capable, can't we do what he can do?

They've already plundered the rebels' supplies. If we have to bring them back again when we fight the rebels, how can we dare call ourselves the Imperial Guard!

“You’re right, Lord Marquis,” the lieutenant replied hastily.

Just now, they received a report from their scouts confirming that what Lu Ming said was true.

However, they still didn't take his abilities very seriously.

If it weren't for Li Yan being there.

Marquis Hongdu probably didn't even want to glance at the other party.

After all, which of these military families doesn't have some merits to their name?

Just as the Imperial Guards were advancing...

At this moment, the Zhelong Mansion was guarding the main hall.

Lin Futong and Shen Tuxiu stood anxiously outside the door.

It seemed as if they were waiting for something.

Just then, a black dot appeared on the horizon, and then a crow came from afar.

His feathers were like refined iron, his crimson eyes gleamed, and he was shrouded in a faint black mist. He was extremely fast, and when he flapped his wings, he left white trails in the air.

Upon seeing this, both Lin Futong and Shentu Xiu bowed their heads.

His expression was unusually respectful.

"Swoosh!" The black crow landed with a swoosh.

Then, thick black mist rose from that body.

Then, a figure slowly emerged from within.

He was very young, with a full head of black hair, and wore a black feather robe.

He frowned and said, "The atmosphere of the mortal world is really uncomfortable."

His voice was hoarse, as if a piece of gauze was stuffed in his throat.

“What Venerable Raven says is true.”

Lin Futong bowed and followed behind.

The Raven Master did not respond, but entered the hall and sat down.

After glancing at the two people in front of him, he said calmly, "I have been ordered to bring enough food. Send someone over to carry it."

"Your Excellency, we haven't seen any grain." Despite his fear, Lin Futong still forced himself to speak.

At that moment, Black Crow glanced at him.

He extended his palm, revealing an ancient-looking ring. Then, a large amount of grain suddenly appeared in the hall, and within moments it even filled the entire courtyard.

Lin Futong and Shen Tuxiu were desperately trying to avoid him.

A moment later, Black Crow yawned.

"Your place is too small to hold too much. This will do for now. My master sent me to deliver food to you and to help you fend off the people of Dayu. Just call me if you need anything!"

After speaking, he disappeared from the spot.

Seeing such an amazing scene.

Shen Tu Xiu, who was usually fierce, couldn't help but ask at this moment.

"Brother Lin, who is this person, and why is he so strong?"

"The mount of the elder of the Floating Pagoda Sect, tell me if it's powerful or not? It's said that it can devour an entire city at will, and it has a fearsome reputation outside of the Great Yu. Even now, its cultivation is suppressed."

They're not someone you or I can mess with; even ordinary Qi cultivators might not be a match for them.

"So tell your men to be polite. If they offend the Venerable One and get swallowed up, don't come looking for me!" Lin Futong warned.

Shen Tu Xiu nodded.

They appeared to be very cautious.

"call!"

At this moment, Lu Ming had once again used up all the points in the system space.

Finally, he stopped cultivating.

When he opened his eyes, a faint yellow light flashed in them.

His face lit up with joy.

Clearly, this was a very fruitful experience.

"The sensing range has reached a radius of six miles, and the depth has reached sixty meters. That's a great improvement. If I have enough points, I should be able to master it in a short time."

Lu Ming muttered to himself.

A glimmer of anticipation rose in his eyes.

But now, he already feels that he has become much stronger.

If one can master the basics, coupled with one's own cultivation level, it is not impossible to suppress those in the Qi Refining Realm.

Then, he extended his palm.

The next moment, a yellowish-brown halo, as thick as a child's arm and resembling a long snake, wrapped around his arm.

Lu Ming could sense the power of this energy.

When he slapped it hard, even his current cultivation level was affected.

Even they could not break through the halo.

Then, the corners of his mouth involuntarily turned up.

If last time they faced a peak-level Innate Realm opponent, they might not have been a match, but now...

He was confident that he could win the battle.

The geomancer is truly amazing.

Then, he stood up and walked out of the secret room.

As soon as I stepped outside, I saw Li Yan resting in the shade under a tree.

Li Xirou was cooking with her maids.

It must be lunchtime, because the sun is high in the sky.

"You're out of quarantine? Come and sit down."

When Li Yan saw Lu Ming, he sat up straight.

A light shone in his eyes.

Lu Ming didn't stand on ceremony and walked over to sit next to Li Yan. "Didn't Godfather say he was going to Zhelong Mansion? I was thinking of improving my cultivation, so I'll go with you."

"You child, you're always so honest. You've been in seclusion for four or five days, just for this?"
I'm not planning to take you this time; Uncle Fu and the others will come along.

I heard from Uncle Fu that your cultivation level is not bad, but it is not as good as that of a master of innate cultivation.

If we really encounter a powerful enemy, Uncle Fu and the others will definitely protect me first, and even if I give the order, it may not work.

Therefore, you will remain in Hongdu Prefecture.

Li Yan smiled wryly.

He used to be pleased to have such a group of subordinates, but now he is somewhat troubled.

However, he was in no hurry; these people would be handed over to Lu Ming gradually.

"Only four or five days? Then the Hidden Dragon Mansion shouldn't have been captured yet, right? Why is Godfather in such a hurry to go?"

"Jinsha County, which is adjacent to Hongdu Prefecture, has been captured by Marquis Hongshan, and many rebels have been captured. I plan to go there personally to appease them. Now, the Yong King and his son in Kunzhou have rebelled."

"Yunzhou absolutely cannot have any more accidents!" Li Yan said.

A look of helplessness appeared in his eyes.

He never imagined that the court would decline to such an extent when he was old and frail.

"Although Jinsha County has been recaptured, it is still dangerous. I am going with my godfather on this trip. Although I have not yet reached the Innate Realm, I can protect myself without any problem."

Moreover, it's too dangerous to have only a few hundred people following along.

Lu Ming said firmly, while inwardly marveling at the efficiency of Marquis Hongshan, who truly lived up to his reputation as a member of the Imperial Guard.

Just as Li Yan was about to say something, Li Xirou came over with the dishes and said, "Let him go with us. It's not the main battlefield; it's just to protect your safety."

Otherwise, if you go ahead, we won't feel at ease following behind."

After she finished speaking.

Lu Ming gave him an approving look.

Unable to persuade the two of them otherwise, Li Yan finally nodded and said, "Alright, let's go together then, we'll leave tomorrow!"

Lu Ming immediately nodded and said, "I'll have someone make preparations this afternoon."

This time, he plans to take three thousand strongmen with him.

After lunch.

Lu Ming went to the front yard and asked Wang Han to prepare for the trip to Jinsha County.

There was nothing to say all night, and the next morning.

As soon as Lu Ming stepped out of the house, while it was still getting dark, he saw that Li Yan was already eating breakfast.

"As people get older, they need less sleep. Didn't you get a little more sleep?" the other person said with a smile.

"We can't afford to make any mistakes on our trip to Jinsha County today." Lu Ming sat down as well.

After having dinner with Li Yan, he walked out of the yamen.

At this moment, Wang Han had already led three thousand strongmen to complete the assembly.

Fu Bo and the other guards from the Prime Minister's residence surrounded the carriage.

Upon seeing the two men emerge, he quickly bowed and said, "Greetings, Prime Minister; greetings, young master."

"Let's go!" Li Yan said before getting into the carriage.

Lu Ming also leaped onto his warhorse.

The group headed towards Jinsha County in a grand procession.

At the same time, the army of Marquis Hongshan also stopped at the foot of Zhelong City.

The large number of black crows circling in the sky inexplicably irritated him.

The army attacked the city repeatedly, but their view was blocked. Moreover, after just one night, even more black crows were circling overhead.

They all seemed to have gone mad.

Although it did not cause any real damage to the Imperial Guards, it was certainly annoying.

"General, shall we continue the siege today?" Outside the tent, the deputy general looked up at the black crows circling overhead.

After his innate true energy stirred and scattered a large clump of crow droppings, he asked with some disdain.

He never imagined it.

I never imagined that all my cultivation would be used for this.

"Of course we must attack, but it's just a small prefectural city. We attacked all day yesterday but made no progress. If we can't break through today, wouldn't our colleagues laugh at our incompetence if they heard about it?"

Marquis Hongshan said impatiently.

Then, he glanced at his deputy and said, "Today you will personally lead the army to attack. If you fail to break through the city, I will hold you accountable!"

"Yes, sir!" the lieutenant replied, clasping his hands in a fist salute after receiving the order.

Then he withdrew.

Looking at the soldiers eating in their tents, and the thicker layer of black crows in the sky.

My irritability inexplicably increased again.

(End of this chapter)