Chapter 1180 – The Fall of Xu Pei, The First Kill Among Lords (Part 50)
“Shut up—” Liu Zhi said coldly, “Let me think for a moment.”
【We’ve been planning for so long, the arrow is on the string and must be released. If we give up now, all our previous efforts will be in vain.】
The main system felt a surge of frustration; Liu Zhi was merely a part of it, yet he spoke in such a tone.
Who gave him the courage?
Liu Zhi frowned in annoyance.
The tighter the main system urged him, the less he could trust the other party.
Since Gu Min’s death, Liu Zhi’s heart had been ashen. If it weren’t for the main system’s promise to keep him alive, he might have crumbled long ago. Now that he knew who his true enemies were, he had to drag them into hell and ensure they faced irreversible doom.
“I’m worried—you’re too cunning,” Liu Zhi said. “Tell me where you are, and I’ll promise to fully assist you.”
Those close to home know the situation best; for high-level beings like them, who are purely spiritual entities, losing their physical vessel is like a snail shedding its shell, revealing the most vulnerable part, almost completely at the mercy of others. By mastering the main system’s parasitic location, he could take the initiative.
【We were originally one entity; I am cunning, and your nature is equally as sly. Betraying allies and slaughtering acquaintances is something I’m adept at, and you’re not far behind. If I tell you my hiding spot, how can I guarantee you won’t just turn around and sell me to the Son of Destiny?】
The main system cheerfully declined.
Knowing full well that Liu Zhi harbored hatred and malice towards it, to be so readily honest would be downright foolish.
Liu Zhi sneered, “You know me well.”
【It’s a very safe place,】 the main system said smugly, 【Liu Zhi, you better not be foolish and betray me. If you dare to do so, think about your daughter first. Liu Xi’s spiritual essence is quite fragile; if I accidentally grind her into pieces…】
Liu Zhi secretly clenched his fists, veins bulging on the backs of his hands, revealing a horrifying shade of blue.
After a while, he could no longer sense the presence of the main system.
The main system was inherently cautious; even when talking to Liu Zhi, it wouldn’t leave a trace, otherwise, it wouldn’t have evaded capture for so many years.
However—
“A very safe place?” Liu Zhi briefly closed his eyes, his gaze casually falling somewhere.
The sky darkened, and the room was already lit with candles, the tiny lights dispelling the darkness of the room.
However, the lighting was too rudimentary; aside from the areas near the candlelight, other places remained shrouded in darkness.
The darkest spot was beneath the bronze lamp—
“Dark under the lamp? The most dangerous place is often the safest—could it be hiding here?”
Liu Zhi couldn’t help but put himself in the shoes of the system’s main body.
If he were the main system itself, where would he hide to avoid enemies and the Son of Destiny?
Liu Zhi pondered carefully, yet he couldn’t reach a definite conclusion, but he did organize a few suspicious targets.
When dealing with the main system’s main body, there was only one chance.
If he couldn’t strike true, not only would he be in danger, but he would also drag those around him into peril.
This was contrary to Liu Zhi’s intentions.
Compared to the problems Liu Zhi faced now, those past concerns seemed trivial.
For revenge against the main system, Liu Zhi needed enough power, but he was merely a part of the system himself, trapped in a human body and lost his unique abilities. To recklessly confront the main body would be like throwing eggs against stones, unless—
Liu Zhi sat at the table, his cold black eyes sparkling with complex calculations.
Use others to kill!
The main body of the system was not invincible; many existed that could deal with it.
Hadn’t it said that the interdimensional merchant was in this dimension? As long as the other party hadn’t left, everything would be manageable.
Of course, Liu Zhi going to the interdimensional merchant with his current identity would be like delivering himself to the gallows, but failing to do so seemed to leave no other options.
Chongzhou was brewing an unseen storm, and the war between Jiang Pengji and Xu Pei was reaching a boiling point.
What subsystems, main systems—Jiang Pengji was fully aware.
Even without the God-slaying Blade, the system that had been sliced countless times was destined to be pressed into the ground and scrubbed.
She swore, she would use the system’s petite form to polish every single floor tile until it was spotless and shining bright.
Her gaze shifted from Chongzhou back to the front lines.
Jiang Pengji led the main force to launch a strong attack on Xu Pei’s core, while Qi Guanrang guarded the rear supply line, causing the enemy to repeatedly fall short.
To alleviate the pressure on the front lines and ensure the rear’s stability, Qi Guanrang even dispatched Li Yun to the front lines.
Cheng Yuan was ordered to take the newly promoted general, splitting forces to circumvent Zhejun, applying pressure on Xu Pei by engaging in a two-pronged battle.
The two factions were locked in a fierce clash, and Huang Song occasionally jumped in to assist Xu Pei, attempting to restrain Jiang Pengji’s forces.
What really pained Huang Song and the others was that Jiang Pengji, as the lord, often personally led troops into battle, and every time she did so, she managed to attract a heap of hatred. Unsurprisingly, her martial prowess was formidable, cutting through the throngs like a hot knife through butter, as if she were in a realm all her own.
At first, they were captivated by her combat power, but it wasn’t long before they began to notice the weapon she wielded.
People often liked to use the phrase “cutting iron like mud” to describe magical weapons; in reality, the term was highly exaggerated, as many so-called “magical weapons” were mere myths. Only the blade in Jiang Pengji’s hand revealed to them what truly meant “cutting iron like mud”—it was more like cutting through clay!
Not to mention one spear or one shield, even a dozen spears or a dozen shields were unable to withstand the onslaught of her sharp blade.
With a single swing, both spears and shields, along with men and horses, were severed into flawlessly smooth halves.
A true divine weapon!
“Just one Liu Xi is already terrifying; with another divine weapon in hand, she’s more powerful than ever—”
While a single warrior’s bravery could not sway the tide of battle, who could overlook the fact that Jiang Pengji was a lord of the opposing faction?
When a lord personally took to the battlefield, each time achieving hundreds of kills, how could the soldiers beneath them not be charged with excitement?
Every time they were forced to respond passively, Xu Pei’s side felt immense pressure. If it weren’t for the advantageous terrain momentarily tipping the balance, their situation might be even more dire.
Even with Xu Pei consciously targeting her, Jiang Pengji was slippery and left no opening, maneuvering effortlessly through the throngs like a seasoned dancer.
They couldn’t even land a hit, much less take a kill.
Xie Ze, as a major general under Xu Pei, naturally couldn’t just sit back and command; stepping into battle to rally the troops was also a common occurrence.
To find Jiang Pengji, he would first need to get past the defenses surrounding her—like Li Yun.
The moment Xie Ze laid eyes on Li Yun, he felt an undeniable familiarity in his features, an innate kindness radiating from him.
If not for being on the battlefield and their opposing positions, Xie Ze genuinely wanted to compliment him—
“What a handsome and friendly-looking little general you are.”
Li Yun’s expression darkened, and he picked up the Silver Spear, ready to poke a few holes in Xie Ze.
“Lecher!”
Xie Ze instinctively dodged backwards on his horse, raising his spear to block, using a deft move to deflect Li Yun’s strike.
Both were of similar age and wielded long spears, showcasing exceptional spear skills, resulting in a clash that ended in a stalemate.
However, the longer they fought, the more alarmed they became.
Though they had never exchanged blows before, they recognized each other’s techniques at first glance, always countering accordingly.
Just as they were about to go all out, the retreat signal sounded from behind, forcing Xie Ze to reluctantly yield.
Faking a move to drive Li Yun back, he galloped back to his own camp.
