Immediately afterwards, shouts of battle and screams of agony filled the air within the military headquarters.
With their fierce and fearless charge, Xiao Zhan's cavalry was unstoppable, tearing through the military's defenses like a sharp blade.
Despite their valiant resistance, the awakened warriors of the military were forced to retreat by the iron cavalry. The Demon-Slaying Formation finally collapsed with a crackling sound, disintegrating into countless fragments.
"Xiao the Madman, can't you even tell the difference between primary and secondary matters?!" Seeing the great formation shatter, Zhou Xuan roared in fury, demanding an answer:
"Am I really inferior to outsiders and the demon alliance?"
His eyes were practically spitting fire; the anger he felt today because of Xiao Zhan was more than he had in the entire previous year.
Zhou Xuan couldn't understand why Xiao Zhan was so hostile towards him and so persistent in targeting him. Could it be that changing his surname to Zhou made him a bad person?
This dragon vein falling into the hands of the people of Zhongzhou, especially into the hands of Zhou Xuan, is better than falling into the hands of outsiders! After all, he is thinking about the future of Zhongzhou.
Xiao Zhan's eyes were icy cold as he roared at Zhou Xuan, "Zhou Xuan, stop pretending to be confused!"
"How many people in the North have lost their lives because of rumors of rebellion! I will make the Zhou family pay for this blood debt."
"Today, the dragon vein must not fall into the hands of people with wicked intentions like you."
Zhou Xuan's face flushed even redder, and he couldn't help but retort loudly:
"Xiao Zhan, this is utterly unreasonable!"
He attempted to defend the Zhou family:
"The Zhou family is wholeheartedly devoted to Zhongzhou and protecting this land. Obtaining the dragon vein is also to better fight against foreign enemies. How can you be so indiscriminate!"
"Smooth-talking!" Xiao Zhan's voice was filled with anger, but his eyes remained unwavering.
His hatred for the Zhou family was deeply rooted and could not be dispelled by Zhou Xuan's few words of explanation.
"Today, even if I, Xiao Zhan, risk my life, I will not let you succeed!"
After saying that, Xiao Zhan took the lead and completely broke through the temporary defenses formed by the awakened members of the General Staff.
At the same time, the Leopard Demon King and Qing Ni from the Demon Alliance also took the opportunity to attack the military headquarters' formation, attempting to wipe out all the awakened members of the military headquarters in one fell swoop.
Just as Zhou Xuan was about to say something, he suddenly caught something out of the corner of his eye, and a look of fear appeared in his eyes.
Because he saw that there was suddenly another person next to him, and that person seemed to have been standing there for a long time.
A chill ran from the soles of Zhou Xuan's feet straight up to his heart, making him shiver involuntarily.
"who!?"
Zhou Xuan shouted and turned his head sharply, only to see a figure that greatly surprised him.
"Li Yang." Zhou Xuan couldn't help but blurt it out.
Suddenly, Li Yang, the city lord of Yangcheng, appeared beside Zhou Xuan.
Zhou Xuan stared at his opponent warily. At such close range, he hadn't noticed anything. If Li Yang had attacked him just now, he would have been completely unprepared.
Seeing the slightly frightened look on Zhou Xuan's face, Li Yang smiled and gently patted Zhou Xuan's shoulder:
"Don't worry, I am the city lord of Zhongzhou."
The movement appeared gentle, yet it seemed to carry immense force, with a clear sense of threat.
Since he can approach silently, he can also strike at any time.
Li Yang glanced at the people around him, his aura gradually erupting, the oppressive feeling increasing exponentially, and then slowly said:
"This dragon vein is not meant for you."
Its imposing aura was like an invisible mountain, pressing down fiercely in all directions.
Zhou Xuan, who was closest to the victim, was also being crushed so hard that his bones were cracking and his body was trembling uncontrollably.
He felt as if he were being tightly gripped by an invisible giant hand, constantly being squeezed but unable to break free.
Sensing the difference in strength, Zhou Xuan's pupils dilated sharply as he looked at Li Yang in disbelief:
"Impossible! How could a city lord like you possess such terrifying strength!"
His mind raced, recalling all the information about Li Yang, and filled with doubt, he questioned:
"The Zhongzhou government conducts investigations every year; how could they not have a record of your abilities!"
“This is absolutely illogical. Someone with your abilities should be transferred to Jincheng immediately.”
Li Yang's gaze was fixed solely on the rising dragon vein, and he explained softly:
"Nothing is impossible. I just used some tricks to evade the official investigation in Zhongzhou."
Li Yang's eyes revealed a hint of confidence.
He had been conserving his strength and hiding in the distance, closely observing every change in the battle, all in preparation for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
This is a crucial moment when obtaining the dragon vein in one fell swoop could change everything.
After a brief moment of astonishment, Zhou Xuan finally realized that it was almost impossible to compete with Li Yang for the dragon vein.
He was instantly filled with shock and rage, and roared at the top of his lungs:
"Li Yang, you've been hiding your strength all along! No wonder you remained indifferent when you received the military's order for assistance."
Zhou Xuan pointed at Li Yang:
"What exactly is your purpose in lying in wait in Zhongzhou?"
"Purpose?" Li Yang's lips curled up slightly, revealing a mysterious smile:
"Don't worry about my purpose for now. Today, I am determined to obtain this dragon vein."
Li Yang's tone was firm and unwavering, carrying an unquestionable domineering air.
At this moment, Li Yang had already seen through the strength of every single one of the awakened individuals standing on the swamp who were vying for the dragon vein.
It is no exaggeration to say that in Li Yang's eyes, there are very few people who can actually rival him and have the strength to stop him from seizing the dragon vein.
"Although I lost the chance to obtain the dragon vein, I have prepared a great gift for everyone."
Li Yang suddenly smiled, quickly clasped his hands together, and let out a soft shout:
"Initiate the battle."
Strange runic energies flew from his hands, intertwining and swirling in the air.
Under Li Yang's control and guidance, these runes quickly and accurately flew into every corner of the swamp.
These locations appear no different from their surroundings, but only Li Yang himself knows that he had meticulously arranged them long ago.
As the lord of Yangcheng, he naturally couldn't have simply buried a few giant pillars in the swamps near Yangcheng.
As the runic energy returned to its perfect place, the depths of the swamp began to tremble slightly.
It was as if a key had turned on a switch, and a vast amount of underground energy began to gush out from the swamp.
Gradually, these energies outlined a huge and complex magic circle in the air, like an intricate spider web, enveloping the entire swamp.
"The formation is complete."
As soon as he finished speaking, a strong sense of confidence finally flashed in Li Yang's eyes, as if the dragon vein had already become his possession.
Then Li Yang spoke again, uttering only one word:
"Condense!"
In an instant, all the energy in the great formation was mobilized and gathered in Li Yang's hand.
Wherever Li Yang stands, that is the center and eye of the formation.
Zhou Xuan was so shocked by Li Yang's series of actions that he was speechless for a moment.
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