Fighting and killing, sticks, swords, and spears, all kinds of malicious intent were like thousands of arrows shooting past him … He felt almost nothing.
Over the years, this was what he experienced the most.
The Eight-Arm Dragon King, Shi Jin, was from Huayin County of Huazhou, the eldest son of Shi Taigong of Shi Village. He came from a well-off family and was a playboy. His mother was a simple woman, who could not persuade him and died of anger. Shi Taigong had no choice but to let him learn martial arts. Later, Wang Jin, the instructor of the 800,000 imperial guards, committed a crime and stayed at Shi Village. He saw Shi Jin's talent and accepted him as a disciple.
At that time, he was young and heroic, high-spirited and vigorous. Zhu Wu and other leaders of Mount Shaohua went to Huayin to rob grain and were defeated by Shi Jin. They were impressed by Shi Jin's martial arts and deliberately befriended him. The young swordsman was fascinated by the gangster circle and pursued the heroic brotherhood. Later, he became friends with them.
Soon after, Shi Jin's befriending bandits was exposed and the government sent troops to suppress him. Shi Jin, Zhu Wu, and the others defeated the soldiers, but they had no place to stay. Zhu Wu and the others took the opportunity to persuade him to go up the mountain and join the gang, but Shi Jin was unwilling and went to Weizhou to seek refuge with his master. During this period, he met Lu Zhishen, and they hit it off at first sight. However, later on, Lu Zhishen killed Zheng Tu, and Shi Jin was implicated as a wanted man, so he had to flee far away.
From Weizhou, he turned to Yanzhou, looking for his master, but still to no avail. He went all the way to Beijing, exhausted his traveling expenses, and encountered robbery and so on. Shi Jin killed a few bullies. After a series of twists and turns, he was exhausted both physically and mentally. Finally, he returned to Mount Shaohua and became a bandit.
Later, he joined Liangshan and was overthrown … In retrospect, he had done many wrong things, but he did not know they were wrong at that time.
On Liangshan, he was straightforward and chivalrous and made friends with many people, but the one he was closest to was Lu Zhishen. The one he admired the most was Lin Chong, who had encountered difficulties but was clean. After knowing what happened to Lin Chong, he wished he could go to Tokyo immediately and kill Gao Yannai's family. Later, when Liangshan was overthrown and Lin Chong was killed, he was filled with righteous indignation. On the contrary, he did not take the death of Lu Zhishen, who was the closest to him, to heart.
In Forest Survival, you kill me, I kill you. Since you went to someone else's house, it was only natural for the other party to return the favor. Because of this, he did not have much hatred for Inner Demon. On the contrary, he respected Black Flag for fighting against the Jin army.
However, at that time, he was not very sensible. Liangshan had made him uncomfortable, and this kind of discomfort was rarely felt on Mount Hua. It was good that he had fallen. Thus, he went with the flow, asking for news of Lin Chong along the way to reassure himself, until … he met that old man.
They talked about Lin Chong and a few other things. Their conversation was simple.
"Then the seventy of us will have to hide in the city for at least two days?"
"It's not easy, but it can't be helped."
…
"You are Wang Jin's disciple. Follow me and practice the Demon Subduing Staff."
The old man waved his Demon Subduing Staff in front of him. That staff technique was simple, even simpler than what his master, Wang Jin, had taught him in the past. He didn't need much guidance, he just put his heart and soul into executing the moves.
It wasn't until he crawled out of the mountain of corpses and sea of blood and survived that the old man's simple figure and simple staff techniques began to ferment in his heart. For the sake of righteousness, even if there were millions of people, those actions might not be surprising to the old man. However, it was at that time that Shi Jin truly felt the power of the staff technique.
But the old man was already dead …
In the following ten years, the young man transformed into a warrior. He rushed to the battlefield in search of the power to fight without hesitation. To him, life and death were no longer a concern. The brothers he led had been attacked by the Female Zhenren army and were defeated. They were besieged by all sides of Daqi. He endured the pain and hunger. In the heavy snow, he was trapped with the soldiers in the besieged valley, suffering from injuries and hunger for three days and three nights. Those were his most heroic and high-spirited days. He was respected by the people around him and became the true "Dragon King."
However, gradually, the people around him began to change. After the power grew and the people around him relaxed, those brothers began to feel unfamiliar to him. Some profited from the military funds, some fought with the commoners, some helped their brothers and bullied the kind. The 100,000 volunteer army suddenly made him feel like he was back in Liangshan.
He had tried his best to reorganize and even killed his old brothers who had gone through thick and thin with him. As the Dragon King, he couldn't be lost and couldn't fall. However, amidst the great changes in Red Peak Mountain, where there were internal and external troubles, he still felt helpless.
If Grandmaster Zhou was here, what would he do?
Of course, he wouldn't retreat because of a little setback.
However, where should he go?
He couldn't enter the battlefield, but he could temporarily return to Jianghu. After the chaos in Red Peak Mountain, the hungry ghosts were making their way south with difficulty. Shi Jin and his old subordinates decided to lend a helping hand. They went all the way to Zezhou and happened to see the arrangements of the Great Radiant Sect. He was worried about the innocent people of the Green Forest Sect and tried to expose them and wake them up. Unfortunately, at the last moment, they were still inferior to Lin Zongwu.
The silent and determined Dragon King wasn't moved by the setback. He had already experienced a battle that was even more hopeless. It was just that even when he was in despair, he still felt his blood boiling. Now, it only made him feel like the sky was filled with wind and snow.
Then, he would go against the wind and snow —
Dragons had an unyielding will. When the thousands of cudgel shadows turned into thousands of dragon roars and bombarded the huge waves that could topple mountains and overturn seas, it was like the trajectory of his companions in the past ten years of struggle. They went against the flow, collided, and were suddenly submerged and cut off at some point. This was the trajectory of many people in this chaotic world. Because of this, when that voice appeared, Shi Jin also vaguely saw himself —
"Shi Jin — haha, I admit that you are a true martial arts grandmaster, the number one expert that I have seen in the past ten years!"
Lin Zongwu suddenly entered the range of the copper cudgel, and his heavy punch was like a landslide. Shi Jin suddenly retracted his cudgel, and his elbow met the tip of the fist. The huge impact caused his body to stagnate. Both of them kicked like thunder. Lin Zongwu's fist force hadn't ended yet, and he fiercely smashed it. Shi Jin blocked, tore, and dispelled it. His head hammer shot out violently. Lin Zongwu's chest and abdomen contracted, and his knee struck. Shi Jin retracted and retreated. Everyone only saw the figures of the two, one advancing and one advancing, narrowing the distance. Then, for a moment, the Dragon King waved the octagonal copper cudgel and smashed it down. Lin Zongwu stepped forward and punched!
Blood splattered, and the huge body of the Buddha King sank to the ground. The surrounding stone slabs were cracking, and the cudgel swung straight at his back. Shi Jin, on the other hand, was violently punched and smashed a stone bench like a cannonball. His body lay in the stone debris on the ground.
Lin Zongwu slowly stood up. His back was split open, and the cassock on his body was broken into two halves. At this time, the fat man with profound martial arts reached out and tore off the cassock and threw it into the sky. His eyes were solemn and dignified.
Heroes don't grow old in the pugilistic world. Over the years, he had his moments of glory, but he also had some unbearable memories. More than ten years ago, he had tried to challenge Zhou Dong, but failed. In fact, if he really had to fight Zhou Dong at that time, he didn't really have the confidence to win. For ten years, he had been called the best in the world in martial arts. However, some shadows and regrets had always existed in his heart. It was not until the moment before him that he finally knew that he was the real best in the world.
At this moment, whether the enemy he would face was the former Saint Duke, the former Liu Dabiao, Zhou Dong, or the woman named Lu Hongti, he had the confidence of invincibility.
He looked up at the sky and felt this completely different mentality. This was the day that really belonged to him. At the same time, Shi Jin was lying on the ground, feeling the blood gushing from his mouth and the broken bones in his body. He felt that the sky was a little dim for a moment. He had been waiting for the end at any time. If it came at this time, he still felt a little regretful.
What was Grand Master Zhou's mood at the moment of the last spear strike?
The power from the bottom of his heart seemed to urge him to stand up, but his body's response was extremely slow. At this moment, his mind seemed to be stretched out. Lin Zongwu looked in his direction and seemed to be about to speak. Somewhere behind him, someone threw two copper coins.
"… There's a reward."
Perhaps it was because he was sensitive to the surrounding places and hidden weapons, at this moment, Lin Zongwu's eyes swept over there.
Ning Yi turned around.
A certain complex information slipped into Lin Zongwu's mind and first set off waves in his subconscious. The huge undercurrent was still gathering in the deepest part of his mind, expanding at an unfathomable speed.
On the surface of his consciousness, the feeling that he was about to receive the attention of millions of people was still rising. The surging undercurrent rushed up on the line that was about to land.
The sunlight slanted down from the sky, bright and dazzling. Lin Zongwu stood there, looking at the corridor on the second floor of the small building of monks not far away, and froze for a moment. The man in cyan was disappearing from the crowd.
"Lin Eechan seems to have seen us."
At this moment, Lin Zongwu was feeling the complex emotions in his heart, trying to put them all into reality. Was it an illusion or reality … It shouldn't be like this … If it was really like this, what would happen … He wanted to immediately order the monks to seal off the other end, but his rationality suppressed this thought for a moment.
Ning Yi stepped out of the crowd, and his last words were slow and calm.
"If he comes over, kill him."
"Yes."
The men from the Greenwood Forest upstairs all turned their gazes towards Lin Zongwu. Some of them had knives on their backs, some had spears on their backs, some had long strips of unknown oilcloth on their backs … Their expressions and their heights varied. At this moment, after Lin Zongwu had almost established himself as the world's number one in the battle, their gazes were focused on him silently. Someone grabbed a spear from his back and silently stabbed it into the ground, the tip of the spear slipping out of its holster. Someone tilted his head and flashed a smile at Lin Zongwu, his teeth pale and sinister. Lin Zongwu also looked at them.
No one realized that they were looking at each other at this moment. Around the battleground, the cheers of the Great Light Believers soared into the sky. On the side, someone rushed toward Shi Jin, who was lying on the ground. At the same time, people heard a huge explosion coming from one side of the city.
"What's going on …"
The sound of the explosion attracted people's attention, and the commotion was brewing. After a moment, someone said, "Black Flag …" This name was like a curse, flowing between people's mouths and ears. Therefore, a terrifying emotion surged out.
Not many people were concerned about the battle just now. Even Lin Zongwu was not willing to immerse himself in the emotions just now. He gestured to the Protectors of the Church and then said to the people around the battleground, "Everyone, don't be nervous. We have already gone to investigate what exactly happened. If there is really a big mess, it will be more advantageous for us to rescue Righteous Wang today … "
He tried his best to appease everyone and even arranged for someone to take care of Shi Jin. When he looked at the second floor again, those people just now had completely disappeared. He found Tan Zheng, who had come over. "Tell the brothers to get ready. It must be Black Flag." His gaze was fierce and he paused. "… Ning Yi has arrived."
Ning Yi had arrived …
Hearing Lin Zongwu say this name, Tan Zheng's heart suddenly trembled. Then he suppressed his emotions. "Yes." He knew that if what the Cult Leader said was true, what followed might be the most difficult situation he would have to deal with in his life.
Even if they were already prepared, they had to brace up their spirits.
This was his mood in the first two hours.
After two hours, he found that he had thought too much …
The real torrent had already crashed into everyone with an earth-shattering force!
*****
Inside and outside the city, countless messages were shuttling back and forth.
In the wilderness south of Zezhou City, tens of thousands of refugees looked at the unusual movements in the military camp in front of them in confusion. The soldiers were gathering, and someone was saying something loudly, "… Linchuan, Gaoping … Yang City, Qinshui, Huguan have rebelled. General An and General Chen have sent troops … We support the female prime minister. For all these years, it was the female Bodhisattva who managed the peaceful place that allowed us to eat our fill … Tian Hu is just a hunter, he destroyed the city wall … This is a joint letter from the thirteen generals of the imperial court. At this time, Wei Sheng has fallen … Tian Hu has been captured …"
Not long after, fighting broke out in the military camp. In the faraway city, there was a faint pillar of smoke rising into the sky.
In the main military camp on the other side of the city, Sun Qi had already put on his armor and sword the moment he heard the explosion. He stepped out of the tent and saw Deputy General Zou Xin rushing over. "What's going on?!"
"The Black Flag is here … Someone is rebelling …"
"Hmph, I've already expected this. Bring the horses over!"
Chaos had already started to spread in the military camp. Then, more people rushed over to report. The soldiers were leading the horses and were rushing over. Sun Qi suddenly pulled out his sword and swung it behind him. The weapon clashed with the dagger of the deputy general who was approaching him.
"I asked you what's going on, but you only said that someone is rebelling and didn't say who. I know you're up to no good! Take him down! "
Zou Xin turned around and wanted to run. A tall man beside him swung his fist and the tip of the fist brushed past the corner of Zou Xin's eye. He staggered backward and blood flowed out from the corner of his eye.
The ability he had gained from killing on the battlefield was almost killed by this casual punch.
The soldier opened his arms. "I'm Wang Nantuo from the Great Radiant Cult. Who are you to the Black Flag?"
'Mad Tiger' Wang Nantuo was the greatest insurance that Lin Zongwu had arranged for him here.
Zou Xin pulled out his longsword and crossed it with the dagger. "Come on!"
However, Wang Nantuo didn't go over. He followed Sun Qi and turned to leave. The other personal guards surrounded them.
Sun Qi stepped on the shoulder of the soldier leading the horse. The instant he got on the horse, he finally realized that there weren't many people around.
Wang Nantuo also reacted.
He let out a furious bellow and grabbed down with his hand. Over the years, there weren't many people who could withstand his fists and palms. As long as Sun Qi was within one step of him, no one would be able to hurt him.
…
"They're rebelling …"
Mournful voices rang out in Zezhou City. Under the lead of General Qi Hongxiu, the ten thousand soldiers who were originally stationed in Zezhou City charged toward the various key points of the city and started a massacre.
Near the prefecture government, Lu Anmin listened to the sudden but gradually growing chaotic noise. He was still a little hesitant, but someone suddenly pulled him back.
"Governor Lu!" That person was a minor official in the prefecture. Lu Anmin remembered him but couldn't remember his name.
"You …"
"There's a rebellion in the city. I'm afraid it's going to be a disaster. The people still need Governor Lu's help and comfort. We can't hesitate! "
"I … how do I comfort …"
"Everyone is here. The few masters in the city who can be called are being called over. Governor Lu, come with me …"
The official pulled Lu Anmin a step forward. Lu Anmin suddenly reacted and froze in place.
"You … Black Flag …"
"Black Flag …" The official was shocked. Then, he shook his head forcefully. "No, I'm Minister Lou's man …"
"Minister Lou … Ministry of Revenue Lou?" Although Lou Shuwan was jokingly called the female prime minister in Tian Hu's system, her actual duty was the Minister of Revenue. "She's been imprisoned …"
The official looked at him. After a while, he said, "Tiger King may have been beheaded …"
…
In the prison, the sounds of people and footsteps rushed toward the central cell. The jailer opened the cell door and put down the man who was covered in wounds. Then, a doctor came over with all kinds of medicine and bandages. The man looked at them. "You …"
"There's no time to explain. Tiger King has fallen and the army in Zezhou is in rebellion. The refugees are probably rushing to Zezhou City. Qin Lu of the Huaxia Army has been ordered to rescue General Wang and control the situation of the refugees in Zezhou. "
"You are … the Huaxia Army …"
The jailer nodded. He listened to the faint voices outside. "I hope the situation can be controlled and Zezhou won't be destroyed."
…
In a small courtyard in the city, Li Shishi walked out and listened to the huge chaos outside. She looked at the old man who was repairing the wheels. "Uncle Huang, what's going on outside?"
"Rebellion." Old Huang only raised his head slightly and answered clearly.
"Oh." Li Shishi looked at his attitude and understood something. After a while, she asked, "Where are Brother Lu and Brother Yan Qing? They went out too? "
"Yes." Old Huang held an awl in his hand and used force to pry the bumps on the wheels. Then, he blew on it. "They went to the army camp."
After a while, he added, "I think they killed a general."
Although there were many things that were hidden from this kind and intelligent woman, there were still some information that could be revealed. The old man revealed it …
*****
Wei was victorious. Heavy rain poured down.
The battle in the Imperial City continued. Lou Shuwan walked through the square under the umbrella of someone beside her. She wore a simple black dress and the guards behind her formed a long line. Walking with her was a middle-aged man dressed like a merchant. He was short and fat and had a smile on his face. There were also people holding umbrellas for this short and fat merchant.
Outside the room across the square, soldiers surrounded and guarded it. In the middle room, three old men who were obviously of noble status were drinking tea. When they saw Lou Shuwan, they stood up with anger on their faces.
"Lou Shuwan! How dare you rebel! " Someone shouted and slapped the table. Perhaps this was also to vent their anger at being forced to come.
Lou Shuwan walked over and cupped her hands. "Duke Yuan, Soupman, Duke Liao, time is limited. Let's not beat around the bush."
She said, "Let's talk about the current situation."
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