.......
Now Lu Ding was stepping forward to lead them.
This was akin to a pack of wild stray dogs finding shelter under a lawless mountain lord.
In the future, they could proudly boast: "We once fought under Grand Duke Lu!"
Rember that ti outside Wu City? Grand Duke Lu charged first, I charged second - bone sword in hand, three thousand human bone nails in my pack.
We rushed straight into battle, beating those Tai Islanders so badly they couldn't take care of themselves.
Just listen to that.
How badass is that?
And so.
This group of unorthodox Qi Refiners stood together in perfect unison.
At first glance, they looked rather disheveled, with all sorts of strange objects dangling from their bodies.
A complete mishmash of whatever.
None of it was anything decent anyway.
When orthodox cultivators' artifacts hit you, it's straightforward damage.
But these guys' artifacts? One touch and you won't make a sound. A re scratch would require a full-body examination.
As for whether these people were strong or not - hard to say. But they were definitely vicious enough, ruthless enough, crazy enough - treating neither enemies nor themselves as human.
Moreover, after this battle.
Their combat power would likely skyrocket through battle-forged experience.
This sight made the local Qi Refiners of Wu City, who were supposed to be rotating out, hesitate to leave.
They're still fighting???
Wait... why weren't we notified?
Not bringing us along?
This isn't fair!!!
Their eyes turned to the most respected elder present - the old man who had earlier beaten the war drums.
The unspoken plea in their eyes was clear: Why don't you go ask?
We haven't had our fill of fighting yet.
The old man was equally puzzled - no orders had co about continuing the battle tonight.
Just as he stepped forward.
Deputy Director Ji, having finished briefing his team, intercepted him.
"Uncle Chen! Long ti no see! Not the best ti to chat now. Please withdraw your n first - we'll handle things here. I'll treat you to dinner after this is over, alright?"
The old man craned his neck trying to see Lu Ding.
But Deputy Director Ji blocked his view completely.
"But... are you planning another attack..."
Deputy Director Ji hurriedly denied: "No no, just pre-battle pep talk. You know how unorthodox Qi Refiners are - eccentric bunch. And our investigator here has quite the temper too. They're just... getting acquainted."
"Really no attack?" The old man eyed him suspiciously.
"No attack! Without orders, how could we? I'm the Deputy Director - you can trust , right? We follow procedures - can't just attack willy-nilly."
Though unconvinced.
It did make sense.
Military orders were absolute.
Acting without authorization would warrant punishnt.
The older generation believed in strict adherence to rules.
Since it was put this way.
He reluctantly accepted it.
Leading the reluctant troops in a slow withdrawal.
Looking back every few steps.
Only after they'd left the coastal area.
Did Deputy Director Ji secretly flash an OK sign to Lu Ding.
The Lingshun 749 investigators were also in position.
Waiting for Lu Ding to lead the charge.
They would follow close behind!!!
Understanding the plan, Lu Ding turned to Yan Feifan: "Feifan, draft a report. The: 'Where the enemy can go, so can we!'"
"If those Tai Islanders can sche, why can't we?"
"They can launch night raids, provoke small conflicts, even set up ritual altars in advance. As for us..."
Here Lu Ding glanced at his thousands-strong unorthodox forces.
"Also just a small conflict!"
Yan Feifan nodded: "Don't worry Lu-ge, I'll make it ironclad."
"Good. Stay safe out there."
Lu Ding then looked up at Wang Qingge standing in the sky.
Their eyes t.
She wasn't the quickest on the uptake, but she was direct.
Raising her little wooden sign:
[Speak, I'm listening]
"Raise the banner."
At Lu Ding's command.
Wang Qingge waved her sign, unfurling a ghostly banner that spread dark mist across the sky, filled with wailing spirits and howling wraiths!!!
This spectacle made every unorthodox Qi Refiner yearn in admiration!!
If only they could possess such an artifact!!
Powerful and impressive-looking.
Amidst their awe.
Lu Ding floated past the crowd to the forefront.
All eyes were on him now.
Leading thousands in a night assault.
This feeling.
Was entirely new to Lu Ding.
Today was his first ti too - like a bride getting on her wedding sedan.
To say he wasn't excited would be a lie.
Adjusting his mindset, Lu Ding declared: "Ashore we kill, leaving no stone unturned!!!"
His aura erupted!!
Stirring monstrous waves.
BOOM!!!
As Lu Ding charged forth, dark figures surged behind him.
Their eyes gleaming with madness in the darkness.
Like starved beasts breaking free from cages.
They advanced with the force of a collapsing mountain and raging sea.
Eerie winds howled, dark energy swirled, ghostly wails mixed with bestial roars.
Ferocious demonic beasts rampaged forward.
Terrifying zombies burst from coffins.
Clay jars containing wild ghost soldiers were smashed open.
Blood-soaked artifacts were drawn forth.
By day, deities wrought havoc - the orthodox way.
By night, corpses and ghosts brought chaos - the unorthodox path of Great Han.
Mastering both righteous and wicked.
Flourishing day and night.
Still dare oppose Lu Ding?
If the dayti battle didn't hurt enough to deter you.
Then the nightti battle will teach you what the fuck true cruelty ans!!
anwhile.
On the other side.
In the Wu Island command center.
A room full of Qi Refiner commanders from Tai Island, Zhenla, and Hetu sat in conference.
At the head.
A powerfully built man sat with crossed arms, broad-shouldered like a tiger.
He was the supre commander here.
Suzuki Oshima.
Today's eting was to relay White Eagle's instructions on dealing with Lu Ding, and discuss future battle plans.
Suzuki Oshima addressed them: "White Eagle has ordered us to focus on eliminating Lu Ding. Our superiors have entrusted us with this mission."
"Any suggestions?"
Soone imdiately responded: "From today's battle, Lu Ding clearly leads from the front."
"To defeat such a reckless brute, we need only crush him head-on. It would also showcase Tai Island's might!"
"Easier said than done, but for you, Suzuki-sama, it's different. With 'General Stripe-Tiger' by your side, your combat prowess is unmatched. Handling Lu Ding should be effortless."
Flattery first - always elevate the superior.
Then the practical: "But for insurance, we could wait until tomorrow when Tanaka-sama brings 'Scholar Stripe-Special'."
"Combining the tiger and ox's essence, we can defeat - even kill - Lu Ding in one strike!"
Others nodded in agreent.
Given Lu Ding's profile, they couldn't devise better tactics.
A direct battlefield confrontation seed simplest, most effective, and most satisfying.
As for whether they might lose...
Soone voiced concerns: "Lu Ding's strength is extraordinary. Past intelligence is obsolete - judging by how he handled Sato today, he's formidable!"
Hearing this.
The original proposer retorted: "I don't deny Lu Ding's strength!"
"But I refuse to believe he can withstand 'General Stripe-Tiger' and 'Scholar Stripe-Special' combined. These are entities from Great Han's own mythology."
"Moreover, they were gifts from the Tianli Sect's leader. Pity he's since cut ties with us for unknown reasons."
Suzuki Oshima stood up: "No one claims Lu Ding is weak. Frankly, facing him alone, I can't guarantee victory."
"But with my 'General Stripe-Tiger' and Tanaka's 'Scholar Stripe-Special' working together, I'm 100% confident we can kill Lu Ding!"
The room affird Suzuki's confidence.
Then a previously silent Hetu expert spoke: "But your 'Scholar Stripe-Special' won't arrive until tomorrow. Could he co tonight? I fear Lu Ding might attack."
"His records show he's utterly without martial honor!"
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