Chapter 233: Chapter 233: Abducting the Real Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master

Chu Ming’s heart was stirred.

The cultivation techniques he had obtained before seemed to lack any part concerning the Lower Realm Eight Meridians, except for the Blood Evil Technique of the Blood Shaman Sect.

The Blood Evil Technique was the only complete Upper Meridian Unlocking Realm cultivation technique he currently possessed, including the Upper Realm Main Twelve Meridians and Lower Realm Eight Extraordinary Meridians.

However, the meridian unlocking method of the Blood Evil Technique involved devouring large amounts of blood and organs, gathering Blood Shaman Sect’s Qi, and then using Blood Evil Qi to break through the meridians.

This method was not suitable for him, and he would not attempt it.

"Master, where can I obtain the lower realm cultivation technique?"

"..." Xiang Yue fell silent, "A hundred years ago, even within Xirong County, there was no complete Upper Meridian Unlocking Realm method, The Tiger and Python Body Refining Technique can be said to be the number one cultivation technique in the county."

"To obtain a Lower Realm Meridian Unlocking technique, or even a Bone Marrow Cleansing Realm technique, one must go to the Qin Capital and be recognized by the Astronomical Bureau to be taught."

"Let me put it this way, in the Great Qin Dynasty’s thirteen prefectures, treasures abound, and many places may present opportunities. You have a chance to obtain a lower or incomplete Lower Realm Meridian Unlocking technique, but a complete Bone Marrow Cleansing Realm technique can only be possessed by the Astronomical Bureau."

"The Astronomical Bureau..."

Chu Ming knew this institution, a place that truly gathered the experts of the dynasty, overseeing the organization of the Great Qin Dynasty’s thirteen prefectures.

It surprised him that the Bone Marrow Cleansing Realm technique was so strictly controlled, only taught by the Astronomical Bureau.

Even avoiding the Astronomical Bureau, a complete Lower Realm Meridian Unlocking technique throughout the dynasty is extremely difficult to find.

No wonder the Blood Shaman Sect sought an alternative path, using the Blood Evil technique to break through meridians.

This is troublesome...

"However," Xiang Yue continued, "this is merely a surface phenomenon, a false appearance deliberately created by the Astronomical Bureau."

"Do you know what the so-called orthodox cultivation technique of the Astronomical Bureau means?"

"Even if the cultivation technique of the Astronomical Bureau is orthodox, those not recorded by them are not."

"The Great Qin Dynasty’s thirteen prefectures, vast and resourceful, countless extraordinary individuals have emerged throughout history, how could the Astronomical Bureau possibly control everything?"

"Perhaps, in some inconspicuous place, there lies a Lower Realm Meridian Unlocking technique, or even a Bone Marrow Cleansing Realm technique."

"This place could be an undiscovered secluded treasury, or perhaps a declining ancient family, severed from inheritance due to the lack of talented descendants..."

"Or maybe, a prodigious individual individually comprehended and deduced a mystical technique never before existed."

Xiang Yue spoke to this point, staring at Chu Ming intensely.

Chu Ming, upon hearing this, slowly relaxed his brows, and then bowed in salute: "Thank you, Master, I understand."

The master’s intention, the Astronomical Bureau attempts to control all martial artists with techniques and defines the so-called ’orthodox techniques’.

But actually, outside the Astronomical Bureau, there exists Lower Realm Meridian Unlocking techniques, or Bone Marrow Cleansing Realm techniques, just deeply hidden and extremely difficult to find.

Brief silence.

"Master, there is one more thing, disciple needs to inquire."

"Speak."

"The battle in Yangjia City was meticulously planned by the Blood Shaman Sect, aimed to have Master and Kuirong Zhi’s forces engage in combat, while they take the opportunity to abduct the Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master."

Chu Ming disclosed the contents of the letter obtained from the Blood Shaman Sect’s Blood Envoy Chi Jue.

"The Blood Shaman Sect wants to abduct Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master?" Xiang Yue narrowed his brow, falling into contemplation.

It was only for a moment, he flashed a look of regret.

With Kuirong Zhi’s army pressing Yangjia City strongly, and the rear camp emptied, the Blood Shaman Sect likely succeeds.

He regrets that it was not the Tiger Armor Army that succeeds.

If the Tiger Armor Army could capture Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master, then this battle could be deemed won without fighting, and even later could intimidate Kuirong Zhi for considerable benefits.

However, Kuirong Zhi’s rear camp is not so easily approached.

Among the Tiger Armor Army, only Xiang Yue himself is at Meridian Unlocking Realm, while Huo Buyan, Guan Zhen, and several commanders are merely at Refining Organ Realm.

Refining Organ Realm, incapable of deep infiltration into the enemy’s camp.

Considering this, Xiang Yue glanced at Chu Ming, an odd sparkle flashing through his eyes.

This extraordinary disciple of his is at meridian unlocking realm, with an astonishing prowess, even having a record of killing within the same realm, seemingly capable of deeply infiltrating the enemy’s camp.

But this action...

Too risky, way too risky!

Surely, there are experts protecting Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master, while the Blood Shaman Sect prowls for opportunity!

Chu Ming, cannot go!

Xiang Yue dismissed the thought of abducting Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master, his gaze returning to normal.

"Based on your mention, you only have three days’ time, with already utilizing a day and a half on the way, use the remaining time to return quickly, I will be fine here."

Given Chu Ming’s terrifying growth speed, Xiang Yue believed it would not be long before this disciple rivals him, making it unnecessary to take such an immense risk for a young horde lord.

Chu Ming, upon seeing his master’s expression change, guessed something in his mind.

"Disciple takes his leave."

"Fang Xiao resides at the east of the city."

"Thank you, Master."

Departing from here, Chu Ming did not head to Fang Xiao, but instead directly left the city, rushing towards the north.

He understands the importance of Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master, and can also perceive his master’s desire to capture that Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master.

Moreover, he certainly cannot let the Blood Shaman Sect succeed with their plan.

Concealing his form, all the way heading northwards, it wasn’t long before he perceived the Kuirong Zhi army advancing through the yellow sands.

Rough estimation, at least two hundred thousand.

The Tiger Armor Army numbers are around twelve or thirteen thousand, a significant gap between the two forces.

Chu Ming briefly paused, circumventing the enemy forces.

The larger the army pressing Yangjia City, the emptier the rear camp must be.

He cannot halt the advancing steps of two hundred thousand enemies, but there’s someone who can — captured by the Tiger Armor Army, Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master!

Circumventing the pitch-black mass of the army, Chu Ming continued his advance north.

Shortly after, [Sword Gourd Spirit] located Kuirong Zhi’s camp.

At this moment, the enemy camp was in chaos, large detachments heading southeast.

It appears that the Blood Shaman Sect has succeeded?

Chu Ming slightly furrowed his brow, concealing his form, plunged towards the southeast.

Qi Blood surged, speed suddenly increased.

Pursuing over thirty miles, [Sword Gourd Spirit] detected three potent presences.

Three Meridian Unlocking Realm experts!

Two individuals around Eight Meridian Passage from the Blood Evil adherents, one...

"Twelve Meridians! Upper Meridian Unlocking Realm at Perfection!"

Chu Ming’s expression altered.

Upper Meridian Unlocking Realm at Perfection... pretending to be unconscious... dressed like Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master...

Connecting several information points together.

"The Blood Shaman Sect did not capture the real Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master!"

It seems Kuirong Zhi knew of the Blood Shaman Sect’s abduction plan, intentionally dispatched a Upper Meridian Unlocking Realm expert at Perfection to disguise.

Chu Ming halted, flipping his palm to retrieve a round bead and a letter.

The round bead was a Tracking Bead, the letter was acquired during the slaughter of Blood Shaman Sect’s Chi Jue in West Wind Valley.

Holding the letter close to the Tracking Bead, he released a stream of Primordial Qi, injecting it into the round bead.

Buzz——

[Tracing] activated, and sure enough, there was a response from the Tracking Bead.

The direction of the response was exactly where the two Blood Evil Sect members were heading.

Confirming he could track the two from Blood Evil Sect, Chu Ming put away the letter and the Tracking Bead, a smile curving his lips.

He glanced southeastward, then turned without hesitation, heading towards the Kuirong Zhi Camp.

There was a great possibility that the Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master was still in the camp!

Now was the time when the enemy camp’s defenses were truly insufficient.

Returning to the enemy camp, Chu Ming went straight to the central area of the camp.

[Sword Gourd Spirit] covered the area, quickly detecting someone in a central tent, engrossed in reading.

The person wore luxurious robes, exuding an aura of unusual dignity.

This was the Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master!

In the dark corner of the tent, there was another presence, strong, seemingly having unlocked the Seven Major Meridians.

It was likely the young Horde Lord’s personal guard.

Outside the tent, numerous enemy patrols were present. Chu Ming hid in the shadows, awaiting the right moment.

He had the ability to slay a master who had unlocked the Seven Meridians, but to avoid drawing a large army, he needed to ensure a quick kill to capture the Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master.

About half an incense stick’s time later, the Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master, seemingly tired from reading, called out the expert who had unlocked the Seven Meridians hidden in the shadows.

"Rong Si, I feel something’s off with this move. Practice it once for me to see."

"Yes."

The two in the tent began practicing martial arts.

The opportunity had arrived!

Chu Ming’s eyes sharpened, his figure flickered, entering the tent silently.

"Hm?"

Rong Si, a master of the Seven Meridians, with extraordinary perception, instantly felt something was amiss.

"Young Horde Lord, step back!" he shouted angrily, several cold lights shooting from his waist.

Swish swish swish——

Three hidden weapons shot toward the side of the tent.

Bang bang bang——

The hidden weapons pierced through the tent but hit nothing.

"Rong Si, the guard?" The Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master frowned and looked.

Rong Si was also momentarily stunned.

Even if the hidden weapons missed, they should have forced the person to surface, right?

But there was no one on that side of the tent.

Was his perception wrong?

Frowning, Rong Si stepped over.

But just as he was about to retrieve the hidden weapons, a chilling aura assaulted from above.

"Not good!"

Swish swish swish——

Three more hidden weapons fired upward.

Clang clang clang——

This time, they didn’t miss. The three hidden weapons struck as if hitting metal, making a piercing noise and sparks flew. 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

Soon after, he saw a blood-red palm descending from above.

At the moment his pupils widened.

Boom——

The red palm fell, like a mountain collapsing, a terrifying shockwave exploded outward.

Crack——

Crack——

Under the red palm, there was the sound of bones shattering.

The Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master stood dazed, staring in shock ahead.

Rong Si, the guard... dead?

Then, a pair of cold eyes turned towards the young Horde Lord.

Terror washed over like a tidal wave, causing the Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master to tremble all over.

"You... you..."

Chu Ming expressionlessly walked up to the Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master, who was frozen on the ground in fright, and delivered a karate chop.

The young Horde Lord instantly felt dizzy, his consciousness blurred, and he fainted.

Chu Ming grabbed a rope, binding the Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master securely, then entered the inner tent.

[Sword Gourd Spirit] sensed, and there were quite a few treasures inside the tent.

"There’s movement in the main tent, come quickly!"

In just a few breaths, the commotion had attracted enemy soldiers.

Chu Ming had no time to see what treasures were inside, he waved his large hand, collecting everything he could.

Quickly, he dashed out of the outer tent, grabbing the unconscious Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master, and summoned golden light to collect the corpse of Rong Si, the meridian-unlocking expert.

Rong Si was already dead, having lost his resistance, akin to a dead object, and could be stored in the Storage Space.

"There’s an enemy! Enemy!"

Numerous Kuirong Zhi soldiers surrounded the main tent.

Dragging the Kuirong Zhi’s Young Master, Chu Ming charged out of the tent like an unstoppable force, killing a hundred soldiers, easily escaping with him.

...

Yangjia City.

Swish swish swish——

Boom boom boom——

Arrows rained down, fire stones like falling stars.

The Tiger Armor Army had already engaged with the Kuirong Zhi’s large army.

At the rear of the Kuirong Zhi army, Jiang Zhan led ten thousand Tiger Cavalry in hit-and-run tactics.

On both flanks of the Kuirong Zhi army, Guan Zhen led the Tiger Armor Army.

Directly ahead, numerous arrows rained down from Yangjia City’s walls.

In the middle of the Kuirong Zhi army.

"Xiang Yue!" Kuirong Zhi’s 200,000-strong army commander Rong Dang shouted furiously.

His empty city strategy had been countered by the Tiger Armor Army’s encirclement; how could he not be angry.

"Relay the order, left and right armies form the Long Snake Array, frontal and rear armies form the Iron Armor Formation!"

"Barbarian Bull Cavalry break through from the rear side of the formation!"