My strength increases by one percent every day; I can destroy stars with my bare hands.

The army entered Erlong Mountain without encountering any resistance.

"Erlong Mountain is trying to lure Li Xuancang into a trap, making him walk right into it."

"Erlong Mountain has a strategic location that is easy to defend and difficult to attack. Their strategy of waiting in comfort is indeed the best one."

"Li Xuancang will definitely suffer a major setback this time. Even if he manages to escape alive, countless soldiers under his command will be killed or wounded."

"..."

All the forces were monitoring the army's every move. Seeing that Li Xuancang and his men had not been ambushed by Erlong Mountain, they immediately guessed Erlong Mountain's intentions.

Indeed, this was the case. Thousands of bandits from Erlong Mountain retreated to their upper stronghold, waiting in comfort for Li Xuancang to come to them.

"Hahaha, it's been a long time since I've killed any government soldiers. This time I'm going to go on a killing spree."

"The imperial court's lackeys dare to interfere in the affairs of my Erlong Mountain; they truly have no regard for their own lives."

"Let them come and never return, leaving not a single one alive."

"..."

The bandits shouted and yelled, completely disregarding the army.

They had been running rampant in Liuyun County for many years, and were already lawless, killing quite a few people from the imperial court.

"Li Xuancang is very famous in Anzhou. If we can kill him, our reputation will surely soar and attract more heroes to join us."

Wang Dalong's eyes gleamed, as if he could already see the magnificent future of Erlong Mountain.

"What you say is very true, elder brother. If we brothers join forces, Li Xuancang will surely die."

Wang Erlong was equally eager to kill and full of confidence.

Both brothers are at the Qi Refining Realm and have also cultivated a combined attack technique. When they join forces, they are fearless against any powerful enemy.

"Report!"

At this moment, a minor leader ran down to the foot of the mountain stronghold and reported loudly.

"I hereby inform the two leaders that the imperial court's henchmen have already entered the mountains and will arrive at the stronghold within half an hour."

Upon hearing this, the bandits showed no panic whatsoever; instead, they became restless and eager to make their move.

"Hahaha, let them come!"

"Kill these soldiers, seize their armor and weapons, and recruit more men."

"What's there to fear in a mere thousand people?"

"..."

The crowd was eager to fight the government troops and wipe them out.

"Investigate further and report back!"

Wang Dalong gave a deep shout, ordering the junior leader to continue gathering information.

"yes!"

The squad leader immediately left to monitor the army's movements.

After trekking for half an hour, the army crossed mountains and ridges and finally arrived deep in the Erlong Mountain.

Several mountain ranges stretched out in a continuous line, resembling a giant, winding python.

At the highest point of the mountain range, there were numerous villages, crowded with bandits, each one exuding a fierce aura, looking menacing and hideous.

"My lord, how should we launch the attack?"

Nangong Zhan went to Li Xuancang's side to ask for instructions.

The stronghold was built on the mountaintop, making it easy to defend and difficult to attack, thus preventing a large army from deploying.

Moreover, the stronghold had thousands of bandits, giving them a numerical advantage, making the outcome of the war seem inevitable.

Li Xuancang did not answer, but looked at the bandits in the mountain stronghold.

The thousands of bandits were all fat and chubby, with ruddy complexions.

One can only imagine how many crimes they committed and how much resources they plundered to support these thousands of bandits.

Most of the bandits were even wearing armor, and some were carrying bows and crossbows, aiming them at the army.

Armor and crossbows were prohibited items by the imperial court, yet a group of bandits were able to possess them, indicating that the power behind them was beyond expectation.

While Li Xuancang was observing the bandits, Wang Dalong and the others were also sizing him up.

"Is that Li Xuancang? He's just a greenhorn."

Seeing how young Li Xuancang was, Wang Dalong and the others looked down on him even more.

It is already extremely rare for someone of this age to break through to the Qi Condensation Realm; one cannot possibly be too strong within the Qi Condensation Realm.

"Brother, how could such a young boy possibly defeat the barbarians? I suspect this is a conspiracy by the court to exaggerate and intimidate the forces in Anzhou."

Wang Erlong looked down on Li Xuancang, mainly because Li Xuancang's age was too deceptive.

"Then kill him and tear down the veil of pretense from the imperial court."

Wang Dalong's killing intent surged, his gaze fixed on Li Xuancang, determined to possess him.

After observing the situation at the mountain stronghold, Li Xuancang withdrew his gaze.

"The entire army, form ranks and follow behind me as we charge into the mountain stronghold."

Li Xuancang didn't need any tactics; he wanted to use absolute force to storm the mountain stronghold and wipe out this group of wicked bandits in one fell swoop.

"Yes, ma'am."

Without the slightest hesitation, Nangong Zhan immediately ordered his army to form ranks.

"Boom, rumble..."

The thousands of soldiers lined up in formation, their steps perfectly synchronized, their presence shaking the mountains and forests, exuding an aura of power.

"They've made their move."

All forces watched the battlefield intently, anticipating the scene they had foreseen.

"Haha, it's finally here."

"Prepare for battle."

"Don't let a single one escape."

"..."

As the army launched its attack, the bandits in the mountain stronghold revealed cruel and sinister smiles, sharpening their knives, ready to strike at any moment.

"Boom!"

Suddenly, a figure swift as a shooting star burst forth from the front of the army, leaping several times to reach the foot of the mountain stronghold's city wall.

"Oh no, someone's coming to kill us!"

"Quickly, fire the arrows and kill him!"

"How come it's so fast?"

"..."

Li Xuancang approached swiftly, leaving the bandits dumbfounded.

It wasn't until Li Xuancang rushed to the foot of the city wall that they reacted and hurriedly took action.

"Whoosh, whoosh whoosh whoosh..."

Hundreds of crossbows were aimed at Li Xuancang, and arrows rained down, instantly engulfing him.

Everyone stared intently at Li Xuancang, enveloped in a rain of arrows; even those at the Qi Refining Realm had to be careful.

Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Li Xuancang neither dodged nor avoided, and his steps forward did not stop for a moment.

A faint layer of crimson blood aura appeared on his body, forming an energy shield that protected him.

"Ding, ding ding ding..."

Arrows rained down on the energy shield, striking it like hard metal, producing a metallic clang as they broke apart, unable to harm Li Xuancang in the slightest.

"Quick, smash him to death."

Seeing that the arrows were no match for Li Xuancang, the bandits immediately began to hurl stones and logs down on him.

Li Xuancang, braving the arrows, approached the makeshift city wall of the mountain stronghold.

"boom!"

His blood and qi erupted, his blood energy condensed in his fists, and his arm muscles bulged, full of explosive power.

"What does he want to do?"

Under the incredulous gaze of the crowd, Li Xuancang slammed his fists heavily against the city wall.

"Boom, rumble..."

With a single punch, the entire city wall shook, leaving everyone speechless, their eyes practically popping out of their sockets.

"How is that possible?"

The onlookers were horrified, their hearts trembling.

The bandits on the city wall were so frightened that they turned pale and their bodies stiffened.

That was a city wall! Although it was simple, even those at the Qi Refining Realm could only use their sharp Qi to carve out some gaps.

Li Xuancang's punch shook the entire city wall; he was not human, he was a monster.