What kind of joke was this? If he couldn't handle his subordinates, he would have to look for his superior for help. Moreover, he hadn't even seen his superior yet. Wouldn't he become a huge joke later on?
Seeing that he was enraged, Yang Zhaoqing was a little apprehensive. He realized that today, his master was truly decisive and ruthless. His aura was astonishing. How could he dare to hesitate? He hurriedly opened up the defensive formation again.
Xu Tangran was also afraid. He didn't dare to provoke them. He hurriedly ordered the soldiers to assemble and line up. The large group of people and horses moved out again and floated in the air.
In the end, they saw Miao Yi, clad in a suit of red crystal armor, riding on Charcoal, who was clad in a fearsome battle armor. With the Inversed-Scales Spear in his hand, he led Yan Xiu and the others out.
In front of the floating formation, Charcoal wagged his tail as he carried Miao Yi back and forth, quietly waiting for the arrival of the army of a hundred thousand.
He wanted to fight ten people at once. The expressions of the soldiers in the center tightened. Many of them secretly cursed him for being a lunatic. Xu Tangran, who was in command of the middle army, was even more nervous. This was the first time he had to lead so many people, and it was also the first time he had to prepare to charge and break through enemy lines. Furthermore, it was the first time he had to face such a big scene. His palms were sweaty.
Hai Pingxin looked left and right. She had never participated in a fight before, and now she had to face such a scene. Her legs were faintly trembling.
Even Yang Zhaoqing was a little nervous.
On the other hand, Yang Qing seemed to have guessed something from Miao Yi's series of actions, and appeared to be relatively calm.
Inside the defensive formation, Xue Linglong, who was standing next to Fei Hong and paying attention to what was happening outside, sighed softly, "Facing a strong enemy, facing danger without any fear, wanting to fight one against ten. Commander's imposing manner is really heroic!"
Fei Hong gently nodded her head. She was also a little shocked by Miao Yi's boldness today. The way she looked at Miao Yi was a little complicated!
Everyone in the Six Fingers School was also waiting anxiously as they quietly looked at the army that was arrayed outside.
"I've long heard of Niu Youde single-handedly killing his way through a million strong army. I thought it was just an exaggeration. Now that I've seen his imposing manner today, I know that he lives up to his reputation. He's truly a hero!" Sect Leader Prynne could not help but praise the elders beside him.
Suddenly, the expressions of the disciples of the Six Fingers School changed and someone exclaimed softly. "He's here!"
Suddenly, a mass of black figures appeared in the sky. As they approached, under the light of the setting sun, the light refracted by their battle armors sparkled. The Sky Eagle Flag, the Purple Eagle Flag, the White Eagle Flag, the Golden Eagle Flag, the Green Eagle Flag, the Earth Eagle Flag, the Black Eagle Flag, the Red Eagle Flag, the Green Eagle Flag, and the Blue Eagle Flag. With the Ten Eagle Flag leading the way, more than a hundred thousand troops pressed forward.
As they approached, ten purple-armored generals stepped out from under the Ten-Colored Eagle Flag. They were the commanders of the Ten-Colored Eagle Flag, and the deputy commanders who followed them were also purple-armored generals. Their gazes were all focused on Miao Yi, who was standing alone at the front of the formation. Not only did Miao Yi not show the slightest hint of fear, but they were also a little surprised to see that the central army had actually gathered outside the formation. It was obvious that they were going to fight the enemy head-on.
Wang Likun secretly transmitted his voice to the others: "How daring!"
The subordinates of the Ten Eagle Flags looked at each other in dismay.
Miao Yi raised the Inversed-Scales Spear in his hand slightly. Behind him, Xu Tangran immediately raised a large flag with all his might. It was the largest flag in the entire Black Tiger Flag, three zhang in length and two zhang in width. The setting sun was like blood, and the Black Tiger Flag fluttered in the wind, with a ferocious black tiger baring its fangs and brandishing its claws.
Although there were few people on this side … As soon as the Black Tiger Flag was raised, everyone under the Black Tiger Flag couldn't help but raise their eyebrows. This flag was originally the commander of the Ten Eagle Flags, so it was obvious who was the leader and who was the follower. The accumulated might could boost one side's morale, but it could also make the other side feel guilty.
Many among the Ten Eagle Flags began to secretly transmit their voices to each other. When the ten commanders sensed the transcendence energy fluctuations, they turned back to look, and a hint of bitterness flashed across their faces. One wrong move, and the entire game was lost. The ten of them were filled with hatred. How could Hen Kang and Yao be so careless and fall so easily to Niu Youde's hands? Now, they had no idea how many people would listen to them if they issued the order to attack, and how many would turn against them.
Li Zhiyuan was the first to shout: "The Great Commander is truly daring. He actually dared to use a mere central army to fight against the Ten Eagle Flags. "
Miao Yi scoffed, "What a joke! I, the Great Commander, have also climbed out of a mountain of corpses and a sea of blood. Even when I single-handedly took the head of an enemy amidst an army of a million, I didn't even frown once. What's more, I now have a hundred thousand mighty soldiers under my command. "Raising his spear, he continued," The Black Tiger Flag is under orders to control this Star Domain. Without my orders, no one is allowed to move. Who gave you the courage to mobilize an army and leave your post? "
Seeing that they couldn't intimidate the other side, the ten commanders exchanged glances and sighed inwardly.
They originally wanted to make a final stand, and let the troops behind them see whose side they were on. Who would've thought that Niu Youde would personally lead the army out, and even take the vanguard? It didn't seem like they could be intimidated at all. Since there was no need to frighten them any further, they gave up on their final plans and floated out of the formation.
"Li Zhiyuan, Wang Likun, Linghu Lanzi, Ye Xunqiu, Meng Huan, Xia Yungao, Tong Zhenchuan, Tian Yan, Gai Congtian, Su Lie." The ten commanders sheathed their weapons, cupped their fists, and shouted in unison, "Greetings, Great Commander!"
When they saw this scene, many people's jaws almost dropped to the ground. Even those on the Ten Eagle Banners' side found it hard to believe.
In truth, Miao Yi was also puzzled. Ever since the Ten Eagle Banners had sent him news in secret, he had already determined that his method of spreading rumors was effective. He guessed that the Ten Eagle Banners' Commanders would follow in the footsteps of Pei, Wu, and Heng. After all, he was the 'righteous' person here, and was officially appointed as the Black Tiger Banner's Great Commander by his superiors. He had the power to promote and appoint people, so he naturally wouldn't show any weakness at this time. He was afraid of shaking the morale of the Ten Eagle Banners' troops, so he could only encourage them and not weaken them. Thus, he took the risk and personally led his troops out to meet the enemy head-on. As soon as the other side fell into chaos, he would immediately mobilize his troops to attack from the inside and eliminate the Ten Eagle Banners' Commanders in one fell swoop. Who would've thought that something like this would happen?
However, Miao Yi was still unrelenting. He raised his spear again and shouted, "I'm asking you all. Who gave you the courage to mobilize an army and leave your post?"
Linghu Lanzi cupped her fists and replied, "The Great Commander has summoned us. We wouldn't dare to not come."
It would be a miracle if Miao Yi believed him when he said that a mere Middle Division army could go against the Ten Eagle Banners. "When I summon you, you only need to bring a few of your personal guards. Did I tell you to mobilize an army?"
They grumbled in their hearts. If they had really brought a few of their personal guards with them, it would be a miracle if they were still alive right now!
Wang Likun cupped his fists again and said, "We heard that there are people stirring up trouble here, so we brought our men here to participate in the Subjugation Crusade!"
"Subjugation Crusade?" Miao Yi scoffed, "What do you mean by 'Subjugation Crusade'? Why did I hear that you're here to assist Kang and Yao in their rebellion?"
Li Zhiyuan sighed, "If the Great Commander doesn't believe me, the ten of us are willing to surrender our military authority and await your judgment."
"That's right!" The other nine replied in unison.
Now that things had come to this, they weren't confident that their military remonstrance would succeed. Hence, they could only surrender their military authority to protect themselves. As long as they voluntarily surrendered their military authority, that would be solid proof. Niu Youde wouldn't have any reason to take their lives anyway. Otherwise, he wouldn't be able to answer to his superiors.
However, when they heard this, the Ten Eagle Banners' trusted subordinates were either shocked or in an uproar. They didn't expect things to turn out this way. This was because the ten of them hadn't informed their subordinates of their decision. They wouldn't announce such a thing to the public until the very end. After all, they had made their final preparations before coming here.
Miao Yi narrowed his eyes and asked, "Are you really willing to surrender your military authority?"
"Yes!" The ten of them replied in unison. Meng Huan then said, "The brothers under the Ten Eagle Banners are absolutely loyal to the Great Commander. I hope that the Great Commander will not make things difficult for them after we surrender our military authority."
"I don't need you to teach me what to do!" Miao Yi shouted, then added in a deep voice, "You have mobilized the army without permission and left your posts. You will be punished according to military law! You will be fined twenty years of your salary and given ten lashes. Do you have any objections? "
It was fine if they were to be fined, but the feeling of being whipped was nothing to scoff at. It was a fate worse than death. Even the men trembled when they heard this, not to mention the two women, Linghu Lanzi and Tian Yan.
"We are willing to accept the punishment!" The ten of them who didn't want to gamble with their lives could only bite the bullet and agree.
Miao Yi tilted his head slightly and said, "Men, drag them down and execute them!"
Xu Tangran waved his hand and dozens of men immediately rushed out from the middle troops and dragged the ten of them down to the ground.
"Commanders!" The ten trusted aides cried out in alarm. It should be known that if the punishment was severe, it could easily take someone's life.
However, the ten commanders shook their heads and stopped their subordinates from acting rashly. The pain of the flesh would pass after enduring for a while. They had surrendered their military authority in front of so many people. If the Great Commander still wanted their lives, it would be hard for him to justify himself.
Executions were part of the middle troops' duties, so they were naturally very efficient in this line of work. Ten torture racks were already set up.
The ten commanders took off their armors and walked up to the torture racks. They chained their hands and feet to form the character '大'.
The execution had yet to begin. With his back to the middle troops, Miao Yi calmly said, "Yang Qing, Xu Tangran. Do the two of you know your crimes?"
The two of them were taken aback at first, but quickly understood. The Great Commander was referring to their hesitation when they first gave the order.
Shuangshuang said bitterly, "I know my crimes!"
Miao Yi coldly said, "How dare you defy orders in front of everyone! Men, drag them down and execute them. They will be punished as well! "
Several people rushed out from the middle troops and cupped their fists at the two of them in embarrassment. Yang Qing looked at the army of a hundred thousand in front of him and knew that he had no choice but to be punished in front of everyone today. Miao Yi wanted to take advantage of this opportunity and use them to establish his might against the Black Tiger Banner. Xu Tangran nodded with a bitter expression, and so the two of them were dragged down as well.
When the ten commanders on the torture racks saw that there were two more to be punished, they looked at each other and felt much better. When the troops of the Ten Eagle Banners saw that the Great Commander had punished even his trusted aides, they also felt much better.
However, inside the defensive array, Xue Linglong and Qing Ju were worried when they saw this scene, especially Qing Ju. She never thought that Miao Yi would torture Yang Qing. Did he not care about Qin Weiwei at all? Little did she know that Miao Yi even had the intention to kill Yang Qing at that time. He almost ruined his plans!
The Dragon Taming Whip! Seeing the Dragon Taming Whip again, Miao Yi guessed that the Dragon Taming Whip in the Small Realm was passed down from the Higher Realm. It was exactly the same. He knew how it felt to be subjected to the Dragon Taming Whip. Even now, it was unforgettable. It was a fate worse than death!
In order to prevent them from casting their arts to resist, the twelve of them had their cultivations temporarily restrained. With a loud crack, the twelve Dragon Taming Whips immediately tore off a piece of flesh from their backs. "Ahhh …" They couldn't help but let out twelve screams. It was difficult to control them even if they wanted to. Tied to the chains, each of them trembled in pain. It was enough for them to remember for the rest of their lives.
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