Chapter 319

Chapter 319: Chapter 318 Logically speaking, given Luo Weike’s strength, even if Dao Gejian used his most powerful move, he should not have been able to injure Luo Weike so easily for two reasons. First, Luo Weike really wanted to help Li Wang; they were comrades-in-arms. Luo Weike and Li Wang had spent many years together at the border, and they shared a profound brotherly bond. Second, Luo Weike had not expected that Dao Gejian, who was already fatally wounded with a pierced chest, could still launch such a powerful attack.

Luo Weike’s carelessness put him in a very dangerous situation. He was struck by the palm wind and sent flying backward. Meanwhile, Dao Gejian’s palm left a phantom image in the sky as it directly struck the airborne Luo Weike. The sheer force of the energy shattered the thick branches of trees on the ground as if they were nothing. Had this palm strike hit a person, it would have undoubtedly turned them into a heap of flesh.

Bang!

At the critical moment, Ye Tianchen flashed into action. His right hand tightly clenched, infused with the peak strength of the King-level Superpower Realm. Dao Gejian was not an opponent to be underestimated. Moreover, this palm strike was his last while he still breathed, incredibly powerful and filled with all his resentment and fear of death. This was his final strike in life.

Boom!

The clash of fist and palm ensued. Ye Tianchen stood his ground, unchanged, his right fist still punched towards the sky. Dao Gejian spat out blood from his mouth due to the shock, and his left palm was smeared with blood. The contest between him and Ye Tianchen was decided.

Bang!

Bang!

Li Wang and Dao Gejian’s figures separated, each standing ten meters apart from each other, still stock-still and staring down their opponent. Whether it was Li Wang’s mouth dripping blood or Dao Gejian’s chest bleeding onto the ground, staining a large area red, both men stood firm. This was the demeanor and contest of masters, where even in death, they would not let their enemy live.

"Such a powerful young man, if we had more like him in Japan, that would be wonderful!" Dao Gejian said with a look of astonishment as he glanced at Ye Tianchen.

After saying these words, Dao Gejian fell into a pool of blood, unable to hold on any longer. His heart ceased to beat. As Dao Gejian fell, Li Wang also collapsed. His wounds were as fatal as Dao Gejian’s, and although he still had fighting strength, it was all a forced effort, waiting for Cang Lang and the others to arrive. As the captain of the border special forces, he had fulfilled his captain’s duty and served his country with his best action.

As Li Wang fell, Luo Weike was the first to rush over and support him, frowning as he asked, "Are you alright, lad?"

Everyone knew Luo Weike’s question was redundant. Li Wang could not survive, his heart having been pierced. He could barely hold his breath and not die immediately because his physical condition and the formidable Inner Strength of the Ancient Martial Sect supported him, otherwise, he would have fallen and expired long ago. Even Luo Weike himself felt a sense of sadness as he asked the question, knowing full well that Li Wang’s chest wound had completely penetrated his heart, split in two, and even Zhang Yide could not heal such a wound.

"It’s alright, but you must hurry. About ten thousand meters ahead, there is a deep canyon. I have accurate information that this time Japan has dispatched people in alliance with the Sword Pavilion masters, and they have established their base there. Their goal is to break through the Black Mist Forest border and cause international disrepute to China, while also gaining some information on border defense. This is very advantageous for their invasion of our China!" Li Wang, a man of iron and steel, despite his severe wounds and blood flowing from his mouth, spoke without stuttering. Sёarᴄh the Novelƒire(.)ne*t website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

"Don’t worry, now that we’re here, we’ll definitely rescue the rest!" Cang Lang said.

"Anyone involved in this incident, I’ll make sure none of them survive," Ye Tianchen said coldly.

Li Wang looked at Ye Tianchen, having seen him defeat Dao Gejian with a casual punch. He was also extremely surprised by the young man’s combat power. It was hard to believe that someone around twenty years old possessed such formidable strength, something Li Wang was witnessing for the first time.

"You’re very strong, young man, but you must not be careless. Dao Gejian is not the strongest member of the Sword Pavilion this time. I heard that this operation is commanded by one of the elders of the Sword Pavilion, at least among the top ten masters. It won’t be easy to defeat him," Li Wang cautioned.

"I will give my all in the fight. If I can’t take these people’s lives, what’s the point of Ye Tianchen being here!" Ye Tianchen said with a stern expression.

"Are you Ye Tianchen?" Li Wang asked in surprise.

"Yes, Captain Li Wang, you’re a senior to me. Thank you for everything you’ve done before!" Ye Tianchen said with a slight smile.

"Good, good. Even though I’m stationed at the border, I’ve heard the news from the army saying that there’s an incredibly strong young man from our China. Even Elder Yang and the highest-ranking officials pay great attention to him. Seeing you today, the rumours are indeed true... ah..." Li Wang said with a hearty laugh.

For someone gravely injured and on the brink of death, any minor movement or speaking was a drain on their life. However, Li Wang didn’t care; his nature was cheerful and straightforward. For a master like him, death was no longer something to fear. He had a very open perspective on it.

Thud!

A spurt of fresh blood sprayed out, and Li Wang felt himself nearly unable to hold on any longer, yet he clenched his teeth, his body trembling as he tried to stand. Ye Tianchen, Cang Lang, and Luo Weike were all somewhat shocked by this scene—Li Wang, this iron-boned tough man, truly commanded respect.

Ye Tianchen hurriedly supported Li Wang, helping him to stand. Li Wang looked up at the sky and with a slight smile said, "Even if I die, I will die standing!"

As his words ended, Li Wang’s head drooped, but his body did not fall to the ground. He forcefully supported himself, using the last of his powerful Inner Strength, astonishing Ye Tianchen and the others.

A true man lives as a hero and dies as a legend; even in death, one must not submit meekly but stand tall and resolute. That is the true mark of an iron-boned tough man.

Cang Lang, Ye Tianchen, and Luo Weike all stood side by side in front of Li Wang. Although Li Wang had stopped breathing, the impact this tough man had on them was immense, and there was true respect in their hearts.

"Salute!" Cang Lang commanded in a deep voice.

Clap!

Clap!

Clap!

The three men, Ye Tianchen, Cang Lang, and Luo Weike, gave the most standard and most respectful military salute to Li Wang, paying the highest respect to this assertive man.

Afterward, Ye Tianchen and the others did not stay a moment longer; they rapidly charged toward the deep canyon in the Black Mist Forest. Along the way, they had encountered too much—Ah Tai’s death, Li Wang’s death, all of which greately affected them. This time, Japan had dispatched an elder from the Beichen Katana School, an absolutely top-notch expert, with a straightforward mission to kill all the border special forces and obtain certain information they desired.

This made Ye Tianchen, Luo Weike, and Cang Lang all inevitably worry in their hearts whether the remaining ten elite special soldiers and Han Jie were still alive. They hoped they were alive and waiting for rescue.

To be honest, in Ye Tianchen’s heart, the person he was most concerned about was naturally Han Jie. Although he did not interact much with Han Jie, since he had joined the army, Han Jie had taken great care of him, and then there was the time Han Jie had pretended to be a high-ranking officer to retrieve some documents from the M country. He had been ordered to go and protect her, and they had some arguments at the last moment.

But that would absolutely not impact Ye Tianchen’s impression of Han Jie, a very fine woman, a woman who had shown him kindness. He had to save her. If Han Jie was dead, he would make everyone pay.

By the time Ye Tianchen and the others reached the edge of the deep canyon in the Black Mist Forest, the sky had already started to brighten slightly. As they moved stealthily, Ye Tianchen continuously used his Superpower Perception as a probe, not because they were afraid of these people, but because they were afraid that alarming them might lead to the killing of all those who had not yet been killed.

According to Ye Tianchen, Cang Lang, and Luo Weike’s estimation, the remaining ten elite special soldiers and Han Jie were very likely still alive. The motive of Japan this time was not only to disturb the border of the Black Mist Forest but also to obtain the information they wanted; otherwise, they would not have captured the twenty elite special soldiers and Han Jie if they had the strength to kill them outright.

Ye Tianchen, Cang Lang, and Luo Weike all lay prone in the grass not far away, observing the black-clothed people standing around them, each a skilled fighter. This made them very surprised. It seemed that Japan had really invested heavily to disrupt the border of the Black Mist Forest, even stationing experts to stand guard. This made the three of them even more cautious. Li Wang had informed them that this time, the leader was an elder from the Beichen Katana School, a top-ten expert within his sect, whereas the Dao Gejian, who Li Wang had fought to the death, was only ranked within the top twenty; the difference was like night and day, and they didn’t really know how strong this old man was.

"It’s almost dawn; we need to split up and focus on the rescue!" Cang Lang said softly.

"Mm, if we encounter someone powerful, don’t engage head-on. It’s important to ensure everyone’s safety!" Luo Weike also nodded and said.

"You guys focus on the rescue; I’ll cover the rear!"

Ye Tianchen furrowed his brows as he spoke. He had already sensed an unprecedentedly powerful force stirring. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to come to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for recommendation tickets and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation.)