Chapter 369: with translation of chapter title

Zhao Fengyun heard the drum sounds and understood.

He raised his head to look at Wei Qing, a hint of respect flashing in his eyes.

Although they were opponents, at this moment they felt a mutual admiration.

"Pass the order, withdraw the troops!"

Zhao Fengyun also gave the order.

The soldiers of the Ye Sha Army, upon hearing the order, like the Feather Forest Army, began to withdraw from the battlefield in an orderly manner.

On the battlefield, dust flew up, and the soldiers of both sides let out a sigh of relief.

The armies of both sides were like two giant dragons; after a brief clash, each returned to its own camp.

On the battlefield, smoke and dust gradually cleared, leaving only the lingering fighting spirit and the faint war drums from afar.

Although the duel between Lu Bu and Ran Min ended without a clear winner, both sides understood that this contest was only the beginning, and the real battle lay ahead.

As both armies withdrew, the land originally filled with killing intent returned to tranquility.

But everyone knew this tranquility was only temporary; a greater storm was brewing.

Wei Qing rode his horse back to the formation, his expression still solemn.

Although this Feather Forest Army of mine is merely an external aid to the Da Qian dynasty, at a critical moment their performance will directly affect the entire battle situation.

"General, why withdraw the troops now?"

A commander asked, puzzled.

"The purpose of our campaign is not to fight the Ye Sha Army to the death, but to share some of the pressure from the Ye Sha Army on behalf of the Da Qian Grand Preceptor Gu Changqing."

"The goal has been achieved; we should not linger in battle. We must preserve our strength for future needs."

Wei Qing took a deep breath and explained.

At this time, Zhao Fengyun also returned to the Ye Sha Army's camp.

He gazed toward the direction of Minglong Pass, a hint of solemnity flashing in his eyes.

The real battle will unfold there, and for this detachment to escape is no longer simple.

Next, under Wei Qing's containment, they may not be able to help Ye Wuhun inside Minglong Pass.

"Pass the order: the entire army, rest and standby."

Zhao Fengyun's tone conveyed a sense of heaviness.

In the near future, his detachment will have multiple skirmishes with the Feather Forest Army.

Describing the Luozhou battlefield at this time, Cangzhou Inspector Su Ye, after agreeing to help the Da Qian dynasty by holding back the Yellow Turban rebels in Luozhou.

He directly led tens of thousands of troops, along with Zhu Que and Xuan Wu, rushing over from Wu Zhou.

Boom!

A huge sound came from the battlefield; only to see Fang Zhong of Armor Unit Two fleeing in disarray.

His figure on the battlefield looked somewhat lonely, like a lone leaf boat rocking in wind and waves.

"Haha, you Qian dogs are all weaklings!"

A boisterous laugh echoed across the battlefield.

Following the sound, one saw opposite the Yellow Turban army's front, a youthful-faced teenager showing off his might.

That boy was called Red Child; although young, his eyes revealed a ruthlessness and resolve beyond his years.

Red Child wielded a fire-tip spear, his movements agile as wind, having already defeated Fang Zhong, Ze Xi, and others of Armor Unit Two in succession.

His spear technique was sharp; each strike aimed at vital points, making defense impossible.

On the battlefield, he was like a ferocious beast, wantonly trampling the enemy's dignity.

However, the Bull Demon King before the Yellow Turban army's front turned his face dark.

"This little brat! He's too arrogant!"

He glared at Red Child, silently cursing in his heart.

As Red Child's father, the Bull Demon King knew his son's strength was not bad, but the opposing Armor Unit Two obviously had not gone all out.

They were deliberately holding back, letting Red Child show off.

The Bull Demon King knew clearly that if Armor Unit Two gave their all, or sent stronger experts to counter, Red Child would likely have already lost.

At least, he knew the family secret technique of those few of the Five Elements Armor.

He sighed inwardly; though pleased by his son's pride and arrogance, he also felt worried.

On the battlefield, Red Child continued to provoke Armor Unit Two.

His fire-tip spear traced dazzling flames in the air, as if trying to ignite the whole battlefield.

Facing Red Child's provocation and the defeated Fang Zhong returning, Bei Cai before the Cangzhou Army's front remained silent.

He wore heavy black rhino armor, held a meteor spear, rode a black rhino steed, like a moving iron fortress, giving an impression of immovability.

At this moment, Bei Cai's gaze was stern; he urged his horse forward slowly.

The black rhino armor gleamed with a cold light in the sunlight, as if containing endless power.

The meteor spear in his hand seemed alive, its tip pointing at Red Child, emanating a fierce aura.

Seeing this, Red Child showed a contemptuous smile.

He raised his fire-tip spear to meet Bei Cai's meteor spear.

Clang!

The two spears clashed, producing a metallic ringing, sparks flying.

"Hmph, even the Qian dogs' turtle shells dare to clash with me?"

Red Child sneered.

Bei Cai remained expressionless, unmoved.

He stirred his vigorous qi, and on the Black Rhinoceros Armor a thin water curtain seemed to rise, tightly wrapping his body.

Hong Hai'er's fire-tip spear pierced the water curtain, as if sinking into a mire, unable to advance an inch.

"Impudent brat!"

Bei Kai gave a cold shout, his Meteor Spear shaking violently, shaking Hong Hai'er's fire-tip spear aside.

He seized the moment, charging on horseback, his Meteor Spear turning into a silver light straight for Hong Hai'er's throat.

"Ding! Detected Bei Kai's Five Elements skill, Furious Torrent activated!"

Furious Torrent: Shatter demons, quell violence; destroyed in the Furious Torrent, calm as mirror water; this is the exclusive skill of the Water Armor Black Rhinoceros Armor, effects differ per person.

Effect One: When fighting a single enemy, martial force +5; for each additional enemy, martial force +2 more; this effect can trigger on up to four enemies.

Effect Two: Furious Torrent's piercing finishing move, after activation martial force instantly +15.

Note: After the finishing move activates, other martial force boost effects of the Furious Torrent skill cannot stack.

Effect Three: Seal Tag, after being heavily wounded by the Black Rhinoceros Armor's finishing move, continuously seals one of the opponent's skills, with a chance to permanently seal.

Effect Four: Armor Unit Two, lone spear and horse, when alone facing enemies, martial force +3 again.

Current Bei Kai base martial force 104, weapon Meteor Spear +1, warhorse Black Rhinoceros Foal +1, current Five Elements skill activated, martial force +4+4, current Furious Torrent skill effect one activated, martial force +5, current alone facing enemy, effect four activated, martial force +3 again.

Current Bei Kai martial force rises to 122!

Hong Hai'er's expression changed, his body agile as the wind, instantly dodging Bei Kai's fatal strike.

He flashed, moving behind Bei Kai, the fire-tip spear bearing scorching flames stabbing toward Bei Kai's back.

"Ding! Hong Hai'er's Meditative Absorption skill activated!"

Meditative Absorption: Meditative Absorption True Fire, burns everything, power immeasurable, possessors of Meditative Absorption True Fire have a chance to awaken, effects differ per person..

Effect One: Meditative Absorption True Fire blessing, at battle start Hong Hai'er's martial force +7, this bonus lasts the entire battle.

Effect Two: Flame Critical Strike, when Hong Hai'er's battle intent burns to a certain degree, can activate one Flame Critical Strike, increasing own martial force by +5, while imposing a 2-point martial force suppression on a single enemy. This skill can be activated only once per ten rounds.

Effect Three: Flame Ring Protection, the Meditative Absorption True Fire qi surrounding Hong Hai'er can form a qi shield; when receiving enemy projectile or ranged attack, can block one attack and counter with 1-point martial force suppression. This effect can trigger only once per battle.

Effect Four: Flame Spread, in group battles Hong Hai'er's Meditative Absorption True Fire can spread to multiple enemies, imposing a continuous 1-point martial force suppression on all enemies, lasting the entire battle. If enemy numbers exceed 3, suppression increases by another 1.

Current Hong Hai'er base martial force 105, weapon Holy Infant Fire-tip Spear +1, warhorse Fire Spirit Foal +1, Meditative Absorption skill effect one activated, martial force +7, effect two activated, martial force +5, reducing Bei Kai's martial force by 2 points.

Current Hong Hai'er martial force rises to 119!

Current Bei Kai martial force drops to 120!

(End of chapter)