In chaotic times, skill points are added: from hunter to martial saint, only killing and no mercy!

Gumu Da picked up the animal hide in front of him and examined it carefully.

On the animal skin was a small figure wielding a spear, with some Xiongnu script beside it.

After reading it briefly, a look of joy appeared on Gu Muda's face.

"Congratulations, sir! What's written on this animal hide is a technique for using spears!"

"Spear technique?" Li Yi was slightly taken aback, then immediately thought of the spear technique that Shanruhan had used when he fought against him.

This spear technique is no less powerful than the [Hundred-Charge Spear of the Vanquishing Enemy], and if one cultivates it to a high level, its power will be quite remarkable.

After examining the animal hide, Gumu Da read the Xiongnu script on it to Li Yi word by word, so that Li Yi could memorize it.

Soon, the entire spear technique was translated by Gu Muda and given to Li Yi.

"【The Mountain-Breaking Spear of Zhenqiang】!"

Li Yi recited the name of this spear technique and began to carefully study its cultivation methods.

According to Gumu Da, the ancestors of the Lieshan tribe were once very powerful. They served as one of the four cornerstones of the Xiongnu and were one of the four kings under the Xiongnu Chanyu, responsible for guarding the western grasslands of the Xiongnu.

To the west of the Xiongnu, there lived a barbarian tribe known as the Western Qiang.

The Western Qiang people were skilled in mountain warfare and were famous for their infantry. They often invaded the Xiongnu grasslands and plundered the cattle, sheep and horses raised by the Xiongnu.

When the ancestors of the Lieshan tribe guarded the western side of the Xiongnu grasslands, it was the time when the Western Qiang tribe was at its most rampant.

In order to resist the invasion of the Western Qiang people, the brilliant Khan of the Lieshan tribe created a spear technique specifically designed to counter mountain infantry and break through groups of infantry, based on the characteristics of the Western Qiang people and the traditions of his own tribe.

With this spear technique, the Lieshan tribe possessed an invincible and powerful army, driving the Western Qiang people out of the Xiongnu grasslands in one fell swoop, and even seizing a large amount of Western Qiang land.

For this reason, this spear technique was named the "Suppressing Qiang and Breaking Mountain Spear"!

Looking at the spear technique in his hand, Li Yi had many thoughts in his mind.

The Western Qiang people still occupy the Qiang territory today, and they have previously sent troops to invade the Chen state.

If I had this spear technique, I could train a large infantry army specifically to deal with the Western Qiang tribe, so that I could prepare for a war with them someday.

As the first hint of dawn appeared in the distance, the sky gradually brightened.

After completely wiping out the Lieshan tribe, Li Yi led his men deeper into the Xiongnu grasslands.

In the blink of an eye, Li Yi had led his men three hundred miles into the Xiongnu grasslands.

Following the Lieshan tribe, Li Yi conquered another Xiongnu tribe of similar size.

By this point, Li Yi's warhorse was adorned with the heads of three Xiongnu Khans.

These were Muhe Khan of the Muyang tribe, Shanlu Khan of the Lieshan tribe, and Tieshui Khan of the Baishui tribe, another medium-sized Xiongnu tribe that was later conquered.

"Just one more mile and we'll reach the territory of a Xiongnu tribe!"

As a guide, Gumu Da directed Li Yi and the others to search for the Xiongnu tribes that were hiding in various places for the winter, hiding during the day and moving at night in the grasslands.

However, when Li Yi and his men arrived at their destination, they found the once warm valley deserted, with only a mess remaining.

With the help of the [Reconnaissance and Concealment] skill, Li Yi quickly discovered that there were still a large number of people and livestock living in this valley two days ago.

"It seems the Xiongnu tribes here already knew of our presence and fled long ago."

Seeing this, Li Yi had no choice but to order his remaining seven hundred cavalry to rest and replenish their strength on the spot.

After eating and drinking to their hearts' content and taking a short rest, Li Yi no longer cared about avoiding the Xiongnu's sight by sleeping during the day and traveling at night. He hurriedly urged Gumu Da to take him to the next location.

Half a day later, Li Yi looked at the empty valley again, his face full of disappointment.

"Sir, shall we hurry and check other places?"

After hesitating for a moment, Gu Muda spoke.

Having failed twice in a row, Gu Muda was worried that Li Yi would have a problem with him and wanted to make amends.

Ignoring Gu Muda, Li Yi stood on the hillside, using the skills [Reconnaissance and Concealment] and [Hunting].

With the aid of his skills, Li Yi had a clear view of the situation here.

Like the previous tribe, this one was also suddenly evacuated. Because the evacuation was so hasty, a large number of daily necessities were left behind.

Both of these tribes migrated northwards.

Numerous circumstances have shown that after successively conquering three Xiongnu tribes, the Xiongnu people were terrified and migrated north to avoid their offensive.

To the north, not only are the main forces of the tribes located, but the area is also even more frigid and desolate.

After a moment's thought, Li Yi made his decision.

"No need, I guess the next place will also be an empty lot like here."

"Our movements have been detected by the Xiongnu. The best course of action now is to withdraw our troops and retreat back to Yanmen Pass!"

After gazing into the distance, Li Yi led his men straight south towards Yanmen Pass.

Two days later, Li Yi and his group successfully arrived at a secluded valley a dozen miles west of the Muyang tribe.

This is where all of Li Yi's spoils from his trip north are hidden.

After this battle, Li Yi captured 6,000 horses, 30,000 cattle and sheep, countless animal hides and medicinal herbs, and 10,000 Xiongnu prisoners!

As for the Xiongnu's fighting force, Li Yi led his men to kill eight thousand of them!

You must understand, these are eight thousand elite Xiongnu soldiers, not eight thousand Xiongnu civilians!

Of the thousand light cavalrymen that Li Yi led, only three hundred died in battle!

This terrifying record and the ratio of casualties made the surviving light cavalrymen look at Li Yi with admiration and respect.

The Xiongnu prisoners even called Li Yi the reincarnation of the Wolf God, and their eyes were filled with fear when they looked at him; they dared not run away at all.

After joining forces, Li Yi led his men, escorting prisoners, cattle, and sheep, toward Yanmen Pass.

The Xiongnu captives were seen driving their cattle and sheep towards Yanmen Pass under the management of some Xiongnu people who had surrendered to Li Yi.

Li Yi, on the other hand, led seven hundred cavalrymen, constantly patrolling the surrounding area to guard against possible retaliation from the Xiongnu.

After this period of performance, Gu Muda has completely gained his trust. With Gu Muda managing the prisoners for him, Li Yi can rest easy.

A day later, Li Yi and his group were only a dozen miles away from leaving the grassland.

But just then, an eagle suddenly circled in the sky. Li Yi lay on the ground and listened. He could faintly hear the sound of horses' hooves in the distance.

"Three thousand cavalrymen are closing in on us!"

Li Yi's expression hardened, and he quickly ordered the seven hundred cavalry to assemble in an arrowhead formation, facing the direction of the hoofbeats.

However, after only a stick of incense had burned, a black line suddenly appeared on the hillside.

As the black lines drew closer, Li Yi could clearly see their faces.

"They're the Hunnic pursuers!"

Despite traveling day and night, they were still caught up by the Xiongnu.

Soon, the three thousand Xiongnu cavalry arrived at a wide grassland and, led by a junior officer, confronted Li Yi.

This young Xiongnu general was only about twenty-five or twenty-six years old, but his martial arts skills had already reached the pinnacle of the seventh level of body refinement. He only needed to generate a wisp of true qi from his blood and qi power to step into the True Qi Realm.

While they were forming ranks and waiting, Gumu Da, following Li Yi's orders, drove the captured cattle and sheep and continued towards Yanmen Pass.

Before a victor was decided, these Xiongnu prisoners, whose hands and feet were bound by ropes and who could only walk but not run, dared not have any other thoughts.

The young general gently urged his warhorse forward and took a few steps toward Li Yi.

"I am Mao Chen, but you killed my Xiongnu tribe!?"

Upon hearing this, Li Yi also spurred his warhorse forward and laughed:

"It was I, the captain, who killed him!"

"What are you going to do?"

As he spoke, Li Yi patted the three human heads hanging around the neck of his warhorse.

Upon hearing this, Mao Chen didn't say much, but his eyes, which were filled with solemnity and indignation, looked at Li Yi.

"May the Eternal Heaven above bless the people of the grasslands!"

Mao Chen uttered a few words of prayer, and then led three thousand cavalrymen to charge towards Li Yi.

This time, outnumbered by the enemy, Li Yi did not rush forward.

Instead, he ordered his light cavalry to unleash the [Wind-Splitting Spear] and form a battle formation, ready for battle.

Mao Chen led three thousand cavalrymen and charged forward like thunder, while Li Yi led his cavalrymen to deal with the Xiongnu cavalry with the force of a whirlwind.

Moments later, the two armies clashed with a thunderous roar, and screams echoed into the distance.

Although the Xiongnu had a numerical advantage, Li Yi's cavalry, having experienced the baptism of several battles and been inspired by a large amount of spoils and achievements, had undergone a transformation.

Under Li Yi's leadership, they were in no way inferior, strictly adhering to the military formation for offense and defense, and for a time they were locked in a stalemate with the Xiongnu cavalry, whose numbers far exceeded their own.

Seeing this scene, Li Yi, who was at the forefront of the army, looked quite serious.

We cannot entangle with Mao Chen for too long, otherwise our seven hundred cavalry will surely be worn down by the enemy's numerical advantage!

Moreover, if there is Mao Chen's pursuing force, isn't there a second pursuing force?

We must act swiftly and leave the grasslands as soon as possible!

Upon realizing this, Li Yi made a decision instantly.

【Bajiquan (Perfect): 1520/6400】

[Effect: Transforms into a dragon-like force, unparalleled in power!]

During this period of fighting, Li Yi also mastered Bajiquan to a high level.

This level of Bajiquan not only allowed Li Yi to master Ming Jin (manifested strength), but also gave him a new skill characteristic.

【Dragon Body, Tiger Soul】!

After unleashing this skill, Li Yi's blood and qi surged, instantly increasing his strength several times over, and his physical body reached the strength of a True Qi Realm martial artist!

The combination of Bajiquan's power and the force of the swift wind makes Li Yi's punches both fast and fierce, making them difficult for ordinary people to withstand.

"Do you dare to fight me!?"

Li Yi brandished his Ink Cold Serpent Spear, killing a Xiongnu cavalryman with a single thrust, before galloping towards Mao Chen.

Seeing this, Mao Chen also brandished his spear, his expression extremely excited.

"The Eternal Heaven has no cowardly subjects!"

In an instant, the two were locked in combat. The overflowing power of their blood and qi caused the surrounding cavalry to instinctively scatter, creating a blank circle around them.

Seeing that Mao Chen had indeed taken the bait and broken away from the army formation to fight him one-on-one, Li Yi was overjoyed.

Once it is taken down, the crisis can be resolved!

With this in mind, Li Yi stopped hesitating and used the Ink Cold Serpent Spear as his fist, each move carrying the essence of Bajiquan.

Bajiquan originated from the battlefield, and when used with a spear, it becomes Baji Spear!

Under the combined attack of Bajiquan's power and Gale Force, Mao Chen gradually showed signs of defeat.

Seeing that Mao Chen seemed to be backing down, Li Yi quickly spoke up and shouted loudly:

"I never imagined that the people of the Eternal Heaven would be so weak. Watch me defeat you in ten moves!"

Upon hearing this, Mao Chen, who had just turned his horse around, flew into a rage. The youthful impetuosity prevented him from making the most calm and advantageous decision at this moment.

At this moment, Mao Chen had only one thought in his mind.

That would be to kill Li Yi with my own hands, and use Li Yi's head to offer a sacrifice to the Eternal Heaven, in order to wash away the insult Li Yi had just committed against the Eternal Heaven!

Seeing Mao Chen turn back to fight again, Li Yi laughed and thrust out with his spear. The force of Bajiquan erupted, causing Mao Chen's wrist to tremble slightly.

"First move!"

Immediately afterwards, Li Yi, who had just rushed past, suddenly turned around and thrust his spear at Mao Chen, but Mao Chen blocked it with his spear skills.

"The second move!"

With his gun in hand, Li Yi turned to look at Mao Chen, his Mo Han Snake Spear pointing directly at Mao Chen's face.

"Eight moves left!"

Upon hearing this, Mao Chen decided to stop holding back and prepared to use his family's secret spear technique to teach Li Yi a lesson.

"This is the third move!"

Li Yi suddenly spurred his warhorse and charged towards Mao Chen.

Looking at Mao Chen's spear technique, Li Yi, who was well-versed in long weapons such as spears, halberds, and lances, immediately recognized that it was the starting stance of a powerful spear technique!

Judging from the flow of blood and qi around Mao Chen's body, this spear technique would need at least two more moves to unleash its full power!

After seeing through Mao Chen's true nature, Li Yi felt much more at ease.

Sure enough, everything was going according to plan!

Upon thinking of this, Li Yi's blood and qi began to surge.

Blood Explosion!

With the blessing of the [Dragon Body and Tiger Soul], the power unleashed by Li Yi's Bloodlust Breathing Technique this time far surpassed that of before.

The next moment, Li Yi thrust out with his spear.

【Wind-Splitting Spear】!

"Triple Strike of the Gale!"

With a thrust of his spear, Li Yi moved with lightning speed, the spear retracting halfway before thrusting out again.

[Mysterious Iron Formation-Breaking Halberd]!

"Meteorite Break!"

The second killing move emerged, hovering around the tip of the Ink Cold Serpent Spear.

But that wasn't all. Li Yi drew his spear halfway again, and then thrust it out once more.

【The Hundred-Strike Spear That Destroys the Enemy】!

"Hundred-Strike Wolf Kill!"

A new burst of energy appeared, and then, to Mao Chen's horrified and astonished gaze, the three bursts of energy overlapped and converged, swirling around the tip of the Ink Cold Serpent Spear, and thrusting towards Mao Chen.

After obtaining the [Breaking the Enemy's Hundred Charges Spear], Li Yi had been pondering whether these spear techniques could be combined to unleash even greater power.

After numerous experiments, Li Yi gained a lot of insights into combining these three killing moves.

The Zhenqiang Breaking Mountain Spear seized from the Lieshan tribe completed the final piece of the puzzle for Li Yi's insane idea.

The true meaning of the "Suppressing the Qiang and Breaking the Mountain Spear" technique allowed Li Yi to successfully find the key to making these three killing moves coordinated.

With the true meaning of the town as its core, and the three killing moves circulating and generating each other, Li Yi's ultimate thrust was formed!

"Guns rule the world!"

As Li Yi softly uttered the name of this move, the Ink Cold Serpent Spear pierced Mao Chen's chest.

The spear that Mao Chen had laid across his chest snapped in an instant, and then, to Mao Chen's astonishment, the energy on the Mo Han Serpent Spear suddenly erupted.

"How did I get flying?"

Mao Chen stared blankly at the now tiny Li Yi. Looking down, he saw that his lower body was spurting blood, while his upper body had been propelled into the air by a powerful force.

"So, it was my body that was broken!"