Chapter 415: Disbanding the Hall

Have you ever seen Qingxi County at four in the morning?

Cheng Feng says he has.

And from up in the sky, at that.

Cheng Feng, who had originally intended to spend the night at Heimu Prefecture, had been bothered by an unlucky envoy from the Red Lotus Sect.

He was now in no mood to stay in Heimu Prefecture at all.

There were too many powerful factions within Heimu Prefecture.

Wei Zhuang, who was on the surface the leader of the Hong Sect, was merely a Martial Artist at the Organ Refining realm.

Adding in Cheng Feng himself, who was about to break through to Organ Refining,

their top-tier combat strength was far too thin.

If a Martial Artist at the True Qi Realm were to show up, the leaders of the Hong Sect would likely be wiped out in one go.

Lacking a sense of security, Cheng Feng could only bury his head in hard work to develop.

Once he put in more effort and advanced, he would have solid confidence.

From having no strength to truss a chicken to achieving success in martial arts,

Cheng Feng understood the bitterness within it.

Fortunately, there was still a little help from the Panmian.

"Soon, it will be here soon."

Having just finished a fight and feeling not the slightest bit sleepy, Cheng Feng

rode the Sun, silently watching the silhouette of Qingxi County in the distance.

Just as he was preparing to return to the familiar hilltop to land,

he saw an endless stream of black shadows on the ground in the distance, rushing toward Qingxi County.

Like ants, they swarmed over.

Cheng Feng's heart skipped a beat.

No way?!?

Such a coincidence???

Under the long-distance zoom display of the Sun,

this group of ant-like black shadows finally revealed their distinct forms.

In the front was a group of old, weak, and disabled soldiers clad in tattered armor, holding wooden sticks and wooden forks.

Although that group of old, weak, and disabled soldiers was in rags,

their bodies thin and frail, their complexions sallow and yellow,

their eyes bulged with a pale green, looking just like the pupils of evil ghosts.

Cheng Feng's heart grew heavier; he stared fixedly at that group of old, weak, and disabled soldiers. The hope and pale green in their eyes intertwined, forming an eerie contrast, as if they were driven by some force, pushing forward regardless of everything.

"They must have been starving for several days... Is this someone forcing them to be used?" Cheng Feng speculated inwardly.

And the soldiers behind them, with uniform steps and an imposing momentum like a rainbow, were clearly elite troops who had undergone strict training, driving the old and weak in front.

In the center of the military formation, a banner fluttered in the wind.

In the center was a Red Lotus, resembling fresh blood.

On the horizon, the first ray of dawn had yet to emerge, but the dawn of Qingxi County seemed to be shrouded in a thick haze.

Inside Qingxi County, lights flickered, and the residents were still in their dreams, completely unaware of the impending crisis.

Cheng Feng clenched his fists and issued a direct command: "Land directly at the Hong Sect martial arts field."

The Sun landed steadily on the Hong Sect martial arts field. Cheng Feng jumped out of the cabin door quickly and looked around. Everything in the Hong Sect still appeared so peaceful, as if the coming storm were just a hallucination.

But he knew that this peace was only temporary, and the crisis was approaching step by step.

He walked quickly toward the main hall of the Hong Sect, calculating in his heart how to deal with this sudden crisis.

Even though most of the Hong Sect's combat strength had been dispersed in advance,

there were still some who had not left and were stationed here.

"Must gather the members of the Hong Sect as soon as possible and prepare for defense."

"Someone, beat the assembly drum."

Before the guards in the courtyard could offer a greeting, they hurriedly cupped their hands in salute and went to beat the drum.

"Dong, dong, dong."

"Dong, dong, dong."

"Dong, dong, dong."

Every disciple present in the Hong Sect gathered quickly.

Outside the Hong Sect, there were people cursing about being disturbed from their dreams, but after seeing that the drum sounds were coming from the direction of the Hong Sect, the voices gradually died down.

Looking at the many disciples below the steps,

Cheng Feng said coldly: "Where is the person in charge who remained?"

A sturdy man in black clothes stepped forward, cupped his hands, and said: "Reporting to the Sect Master, Li Yang is in charge here, awaiting the Sect Master's orders."

Looking at the man before him, Cheng Feng was surprised; Li Yang was also considered one of the seeds, yet he hadn't gone to Hong Village.

But the situation was urgent now, and there was no time to ask the disciples in the city about so much.

"Li Yang, hear my order: from this moment on, order all remaining disciples in the city to assemble, open the armory, one weapon per person, and be ready to defend against the enemy at any time."

Li Yang was stunned, but he reacted quickly.

"Yes, Sect Master."

"Arrange the matters first; Li Yang, come with me."

Very soon, Li Yang's figure appeared hurriedly before Cheng Feng.

"Sect Master, has the Red Lotus Sect really attacked?"

Cheng Feng did not elaborate, merely nodding.

"Then Sect Master, are we going to be hostile toward the Red Lotus Sect?"

Li Yang could not quite see the situation clearly, but the training had taken effect; when something happened, he would provide feedback and seek out his leader.

Cheng Feng laughed and scolded: "What level are we at, to be hostile toward the Red Lotus Sect?

The rebels are about to attack the city; my Hong Sect disciples cannot just die without knowing why.

Gathering manpower will at least provide a glimmer of survival.

At the very least, the Red Lotus Sect does not have a custom of slaughtering the city.

We can at least protect ourselves for a while.

Li Yang, you take the disciples under the sect to guard the grounds; at least that counts as a defense.

The county soldiers in the city are the ones who have truly encountered big trouble."

Li Yang also knew that this was not something a small fry like him could intervene in; being able to protect himself was already good enough.

"Start a fire, cook, eat your fill, and stand by in full battle array starting now; wait for me to return."

"Yes, Sect Master."

The Sun had long since ascended into the sky and hidden itself.

And Cheng Feng was rushing toward the Martial Arts Hall.

Only before a military formation can one realize what it means that there is strength in numbers.

Tieshan Martial Arts Hall.

Looking at the plaque in front of the Martial Arts Hall, Cheng Feng sighed somewhat: "I don't know if this sign will still be here in the future."

Circulating Blood Qi, he leaped over the wall and entered.

He sprinted to the inner courtyard of the Martial Arts Hall.

Just as he was preparing to knock on the door to report,

he heard Wang Tieshan roar sternly from inside: "Who? Who is outside?"

Cheng Feng was taken aback for a moment.

"Master, it's me, Cheng Feng."

"Cheng Feng? Why are you here so early?"

"Master, there is an emergency!" Cheng Feng replied hurriedly, his tone filled with urgency.

The door opened with a creak, and Wang Tieshan stood at the entrance wearing his undergarments, his expression grim, a flash of surprise in his eyes: "What situation is so urgent?"

Seeing that it was truly Cheng Feng, he then slowly placed the Ring-Pommel Saber in his hand to the side.

Cheng Feng did not enter the door and quickly explained the situation: "Master, the Red Lotus Sect is attacking the city, and Qingxi County is in imminent danger. I just came from the Hong Sect and have already had Li Yang organize the disciples to defend; I came over now hoping you would go with us, after all, there is strength in numbers."

Upon hearing this, Wang Tieshan's brows locked together, and after pondering for a moment, he said: "The Red Lotus Sect is attacking the city? Is this true or false?

This is no small matter. Although the Tieshan Martial Arts Hall has some disciples, most are only beginners, and there isn't much real combat power."

"Master, I know, but the situation is urgent now; every bit of extra strength is an extra bit of hope," Cheng Feng said anxiously.

Seeing that Wang Tieshan had not made a statement, Cheng Feng said urgently: "Master, I would not joke about my own life; I have already arranged for my family to leave."

"Wei'er has left too?"

"Yes, Master."

Wang Tieshan nodded, a flash of resolution in his eyes: "Good, Cheng Feng, you are right. But there are still some disciples in the Martial Arts Hall; I must take them with me."

Cheng Feng responded and turned to walk outside, secretly rejoicing in his heart at his master's reasonableness.

Although the disciples of the Tieshan Martial Arts Hall were not strong, at this critical moment, every bit of strength was precious.

Before long, the disciples of the Martial Arts Hall were gathered at the Martial Arts Arena, each of them showing expressions of panic, clearly feeling uneasy about the impending crisis.

Wang Tieshan stood on the high platform, looked around, and said in a deep voice: "The Red Lotus Sect is about to attack the city, and Qingxi County is facing a crisis.

As the Martial Arts Hall Master of the Tieshan Martial Arts Hall, I will not joke about your lives.

Matters have reached this point; those willing to follow me, stand to the left.

Those who are unwilling, take the silver and go straight home."

Watching the discussion below the platform, Wang Tieshan snorted coldly: "After ten breaths, those who still have no result will be assumed to be going home."

Seeing the old Martial Arts Hall Master's grim expression, it was clear he was being serious.

Most were prepared to follow the Martial Arts Hall Master.

Only a dozen or so who had just joined a few days ago took the silver and left.

Cheng Feng did not force them.

Stop the hand of help.

Respect the fate of others;

this was a rule of conduct Cheng Feng had gradually learned.

This way, it was good for everyone.

Seeing so many people trusting him,

Wang Tieshan laughed: "Good, all of you follow me."

Under Cheng Feng's lead, the group hurried toward the Hong Sect base.