Chapter Ninety-One: Li Xiong Has Returned!

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Upon hearing that the Venerable Immortal had arranged the preparations for breaking the formation for each general, Ye Feng could no longer contain himself and turned back.

“Feng’er, I told you to rest. Why have you returned?” asked the Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo in surprise upon seeing Ye Feng turn back.

“Master, your disciple requests permission to lead a squad in a fire assault to join the formation-breaking team,” Ye Feng said firmly, clasping his fists.

“Feng’er, there’s no need to rush. I have already prepared for you to command the reserve force. You will reinforce whichever unit is in peril. For now, just rest. I will inform you after the meeting,” the Venerable Immortal replied.

Ye Feng, however, said, “Master, you may not know that the leader of the White Team’s demon soldiers is Tuo Libao, Left Chancellor of the Myriad Demons Kingdom. In the Yinming Myriad Demons Formation, he guards the Crimson Radiance Formation. This demon is exceedingly cunning; ordinary demon slayers are no match for him. If another general faces him, I cannot rest easy. Therefore, I volunteer to lead a squad to confront him.”

The Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo nodded repeatedly. “Feng’er, you truly have sharp eyes to recognize that white-clad demon general as Tuo Libao from such a distance. Can you identify the other demon generals leading their squads?”

Ye Feng clasped his hands and reported, “Master, I can only make educated guesses. Although the others have changed armor, I can tell by their builds that the demon general in yellow helmet and armor, riding a yellow horse, is Jiutou Jiu, guarding the Void Earth Delusion Formation in the Yinming Myriad Demons Formation. Since the last time he was wounded by me and Marshal Murong at Black Cliff Pass, I haven’t seen him for quite a while. Unexpectedly, he has appeared here at Luoyan Ridge.”

“Oh! What about the other three demon generals?” the Venerable Immortal asked in surprise.

“The demon general in green helmet and armor, riding a green horse, is Miao Junke, guarding the Azure Wood Soul-Chasing Formation. He has been stationed at Luoyan Ridge for over thirty years and is said to have nine lives. We must be cautious dealing with him,” Ye Feng explained.

“We have seen these three demon generals before, so recognizing them is not surprising. But who are the other two?” Marshal Murong Yan interjected curiously.

The Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo nodded eagerly, awaiting the continuation.

Ye Feng reported, “Master, the other two demon generals have followed Miao Xianke and have guarded Luoyan Ridge for many years. The one in black helmet and armor, riding a black horse, is Miao Xianke’s wife, named Hao Meier. She guards the Black Water Shadow Soldiers Formation within the Yinming Myriad Demons Formation. She is a half-demon woman who lost her mother at a young age and was raised by Xiong Jinniu, Right Chancellor of the Myriad Demons Kingdom. It is said that Xiong Jinniu has three adopted daughters who are half-demons; Hao Meier is his second daughter, renowned for her breathtaking beauty and extraordinary demonic power.”

“Oh, such matters!” The Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo expressed astonishment and sighed.

“Deputy Commander Ye, have you actually seen Hao Meier? How do you know she is so beautiful?” Murong Yan, hearing Ye Feng praise the demon woman’s beauty, felt displeased and asked indignantly.

“Not at all. I have never met her personally; I only heard it from others,” Ye Feng hurried to explain, eager to clear any misunderstanding.

“Hmph! You men are always interested in asking about a woman’s looks!” Murong Yan scolded, her words laced with jealousy.

The assembled generals, seeing this young couple’s exchange, wanted to laugh but dared not, holding back tightly.

In the end, Li Yiqing couldn’t contain himself and burst out laughing.

Ye Feng felt awkward upon hearing this and shot him a sharp glare.

“Yan’er, don’t be foolish. Let Feng’er finish quickly. He’s already worked hard enough; you should be understanding,” the Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo interceded, causing Murong Yan to lower her head and fall silent.

“The demon general in red helmet and armor, riding a red horse, is named Di Tailei. He is also a half-demon and guards the Wind-Fire Glazed Formation in the Yinming Myriad Demons Formation. Five years ago, he pledged allegiance to Miao Xianke. Handsome and powerful, he possesses a unique skill—he can leap over three zhang high and glide down to attack his enemies from above, making him unstoppable,” Ye Feng concluded.

As Ye Feng finished, Xiao Ling stepped forward, clasping his fists respectfully. “Venerable Immortal, Marshal Murong, Deputy Commander Ye, I, Xiao Ling, have something to say!”

Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo nodded. “Speak.”

Xiao Ling continued, “When I was in the Myriad Demons Kingdom, I once had dealings with Di Tailei. This demon general is indeed brave beyond compare; he must not be underestimated. I never expected him to come here and aid the enemy against our righteous army!”

Ye Feng’s face lit up with joy upon hearing this. “General Xiao, you really know Di Tailei?”

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Xiao Ling nodded. “Indeed. Back then, I even had some acquaintance with him.”

Ye Feng was overjoyed and reported to Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo, “Venerable Immortal, we have hope of turning Di Tailei to our side!”

The Venerable Immortal was equally pleased. “Oh? We can actually sway Di Tailei? Please elaborate.”

Ye Feng nodded and continued, “A few days ago, I inquired among the nearby villagers and learned that Di Tailei and Hao Meier have been childhood sweethearts. Hao Meier was forced to marry Miao Xianke by Xiong Jinniu’s coercion. Since Di Tailei pledged to Miao Xianke, the two have continued their secret affair, but no one dares to report it to Miao Xianke due to Hao Meier’s strong position.”

Upon hearing this, Xiao Ling frowned tightly and disdainfully cursed, “Adulterers, a pair of scoundrels!”

Ye Feng furrowed his brows and instructed Xiao Ling, “General Xiao, when the time comes to break the formation, I order you to persuade Di Tailei to surrender; do not act rashly.”

Xiao Ling was indifferent. “Such a coward, what is there to fear? I’ll just spear him through in one strike if needed!”

The Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo slammed the table and shouted angrily, “How dare you! If Deputy Commander orders persuasion, then persuade! No more nonsense!”

Xiao Ling hastily clasped his fists in apology. “I dare not! I will obey orders!”

Ye Feng still felt uneasy and asked the Venerable Immortal, “Master, at the time of breaking the formation, can another general accompany Xiao Ling? If he acts rashly and kills first before reporting, no need to seek permission!”

The Venerable Immortal nodded. “Exactly so!”

Frightened, Xiao Ling rubbed the back of his head, feeling a chill down his neck, and dared not speak further.

Ye Feng stepped forward to comfort him. “General Xiao, Di Tailei and Hao Meier truly love each other but were torn apart by others. They are pitiful people. Now that they carry on their secret affair, we need not interfere. However, if we can persuade them to rebel on the battlefield, how many losses will our army avoid? How many hardships will be spared from the common people? You must carefully calculate this and understand my earnest efforts.”

Xiao Ling remained silent for some time before sincerely clasping his fists and apologizing. “Deputy Commander Ye, I was narrow-minded and arrogant and failed to understand your good intentions. Please forgive me.”

Ye Feng nodded and stepped aside to listen as the Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo began assigning tasks to the generals.

“Generals!” the Venerable Immortal called.

“All present!” the generals responded in unison.

“Register the demon-slaying techniques you practice with Marshal Murong. This is important,” the Venerable Immortal instructed.

The generals formed a long queue and registered in turn.

During this lull, the Venerable Immortal approached Ye Feng again, advising, “Feng’er, you’ve worked hard. It’s best you rest now. If anything worries you, just tell me.”

Ye Feng hastened to salute. “Thank you for your concern, Master. I am well and it’s nothing serious.”

Seeing Ye Feng insist on attending the meeting, the Venerable Immortal stroked his flowing beard with a smile of approval.

Soon, the generals reported their sect affiliations: Dry Wood, Gentle Water, Fierce Fire, Fertile Earth.

The only missing one was the Radiant Gold sect.

The Venerable Immortal’s brows furrowed deeper as he examined the registration book.

Ye Feng noticed his master’s troubled expression and leaned over to look at the list.

“Master, if only the wild man Li Xiong were here. From what I’ve seen of his demon-slaying technique, it is the Radiant Gold style—unyielding and powerful,” Ye Feng mused, recalling his good brother.

“Oh! You mean the young man killed by the Purple-Robed Demon Lord? That old fiend who committed such a crime will soon meet his own end!” the Venerable Immortal cursed bitterly before falling silent.

The atmosphere in the command tent grew deathly quiet, all generals bowed their heads in mourning.

Just then, a scout burst in, panting and breathless.

“Report! Report… Great news! General Li Xiong… has returned!” the scout exclaimed, his face beaming with joy.

Instantly, everyone was stunned, as if they had misheard.

Ye Feng hesitated briefly, then rushed forward in three quick steps, grabbing the scout’s arms tightly. “You… are you telling the truth? Brother Xiong is really… not dead?”

His voice trembled with emotion, and the scout grimaced in pain under Ye Feng’s strong grip.

Realizing this, Ye Feng quickly released him.

The scout replied, “General Li Xiong is alive! An elder immortal escorted him to the camp gate and is waiting for you to summon him inside!”

The Venerable Immortal hurriedly asked, “What does this elder immortal look like?”

The scout answered, “He wears a white robe, with white eyebrows, beard, and hair like silver threads. Though old in years, his body is strong and his voice loud. His features are kind and amiable, always giving a warm and approachable impression.”

The Venerable Immortal immediately stood, saying, “This must be Senior Brother Jin Ling, the Radiant Gold sect immortal! Let us hasten to welcome him.”

Speaking, he strode out of the tent, with the generals quickly following.

Soon, they arrived at the camp gate.

From a distance, the Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo saw a white-robed elder and loudly called out, “Senior Brother Jin Ling, long time no see! How have you been?”

Ye Feng, upon seeing Li Xiong, was overwhelmed with emotion and hurried forward to embrace him tightly, tears streaming down his face.

“Brother Xiong, your brother missed you so much!”

His voice choked with emotion, unable to contain his joy.

“Young Master Ye, Brother Xiong is well! You… don’t cry,” Li Xiong comforted, gently wiping Ye Feng’s tears.

Meanwhile, after exchanging greetings, Venerable Immortal Xuanhuo took Senior Brother Jin Ling’s right hand. “Brother, come! Let’s return to the tent to talk.”

The generals accompanied the two venerable immortals back to the command tent.

Once seated at the head of the tent, Senior Brother Jin Ling began recounting the story of how Li Xiong was rescued.

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