Chapter 520: Chapter 520: Return to Battle (Part 1)
Zhang Yuan turned back to glance at Storm Valley.
He had already left this forbidden place by half a mile, and the fierce winds blowing from the depths of the valley no longer had any impact.
Recalling the days spent in Storm Valley, Zhang Yuan felt a sense of great harvest.
Besides obtaining several Blood Orchids at the heavenly treasures rank, he had made significant progress in cultivating the "Six Harmonies Qilin Body," deeply comprehending the defensive path of this Horizontal Cultivation Technique.
Moreover, Zhang Yuan vaguely felt that the "Six Harmonies Qilin Body" was not just at the level of a Qi Entry Technique.
There was a very high chance that there existed higher Magic Techniques.
Unfortunately, the cultivation techniques Zhang Yuan had mastered capped at Tier Six.
Additionally, he discovered a new extraordinary Genetic Body.
It was the Exotic Snake that could hide itself with incredibly strong defense.
Unfortunately, at the time, the threat posed by this Exotic Snake to Zhang Yuan was significant, and the Divine Nest had no available chambers, so he could only eliminate it directly, unable to accommodate it as a Host.
Otherwise, Zhang Yuan would have gained another powerful aid.
But he had decided that he would return to Storm Valley again in search of the same kind of Exotic Snake.
The next moment, Zhang Yuan unfolded his Body Technique, darting forward like an arrow leaving the bowstring.
Since he had traversed the path once, the way back was already engraved in his memory, so he quickly returned to the foot of the mountain.
Zhang Yuan halted his steps and whistled.
He glanced around but found nothing unusual; the surrounding mountains and forests were calm and quiet.
Thinking for a moment, Zhang Yuan whistled again.
This time the sound was sharper and traveled further.
But he was still disappointed.
Zhang Yuan shook his head with a smile, feeling he might have overthought it.
Ten days ago, he had let go of his steed here, allowing it to fend for itself.
Now, after all these days, hoping to find this fine horse again seemed improbable.
Neigh—
At that moment, the sudden cry of a noble horse reached Zhang Yuan’s ears from afar.
Zhang Yuan’s eyes immediately brightened.
Without hesitation, he unfolded his Body Technique and darted toward the direction of the sound.
A moment later, Zhang Yuan saw Black Cloud Treading Snow galloping out of the mountain forest!
This fine horse appeared somewhat lean, with a scar on its belly, yet its galloping steps remained agile, swiftly moving through the thickets.
It reunited with Zhang Yuan!
Neigh—
Black Cloud Treading Snow suddenly reared up, its front hooves lifted high and then slammed down.
It vigorously shook its head and nudged into Zhang Yuan’s arms.
As if telling its grievances!
Feeling a bit guilty, Zhang Yuan stroked the horse’s large head, saying, "Sorry."
He couldn’t take a steed up the mountain for an adventure.
Unexpectedly, Black Cloud Treading Snow survived in the wild for ten days, suffering only minor injuries and not being eaten by wild beasts.
It was truly fortunate.
Hurriedly, Zhang Yuan took out Healing Medicine Powder from the Storage Space and applied it to its injured area first.
Black Cloud Treading Snow stood obediently, its eyes even showing gratitude and joy, exhibiting great spirituality.
In reality, Zhang Yuan hadn’t spent much time with it.
Yet this black horse seemed to accept Zhang Yuan as its new master, showing strong emotions.
After applying the medicine to Black Cloud Treading Snow, Zhang Yuan took out food like beans, carrots, and pasture, feeding it until full.
After a brief rest, Zhang Yuan rode Black Cloud Treading Snow to hit the road.
Initially, Zhang Yuan was concerned about the horse’s injuries and didn’t dare hasten the speed.
But soon he realized Black Cloud Treading Snow performed exceptionally well, not affected by the external injury at all.
However, just when Zhang Yuan believed he’d return to Nacuoda smoothly,
A cavalry appeared in his sight.
This cavalry of about three hundred riders were armored and armed, forming a battle array on Zhang Yuan’s path home.
An invisible murderous aura surged skywards!
Screech—
Zhang Yuan reined in the horse, looking up at the sky.
He saw several Gray Eagles circling in the high heavens, at times letting out sharp calls.
Without a doubt, he had been targeted long ago!
In such situations, Zhang Yuan was not greatly surprised.
Thinking about it, he knew this cavalry was specifically waiting for him here.
However, such a large formation was somewhat beyond Zhang Yuan’s expectations.
It seemed certain nobles from the Hulan Tribe sincerely did not wish for Wulan Tuya to cure her Innate ailment.
Even if there was just a slight possibility, they were willing to eliminate it at any cost!
Zhang Yuan recalled the dwarf who acted as a persuader before he entered Storm Valley.
He knew this battle was unavoidable!
Yet Zhang Yuan didn’t feel the slightest fear, instead a trace of indescribable excitement arose.
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In the next moment, he suddenly reached out.
He grabbed the Overlord Halberd that appeared out of thin air!
With the long halberd in hand, Zhang Yuan’s battle intent soared.
And beneath him, Black Cloud Treading Snow seemed to sense his aura, snorting uneasily, its front hooves scraping back and forth on the grass, ready for the charge.
Zhang Yuan’s gaze shifted to the cavalry slowly advancing towards him from several miles away.
This cavalry was undeniably Hulan Tribe’s elite force, their actions like a machine, precise and rigorous, the atmosphere of their Battle Array ascending continuously during their advance.
Though Zhang Yuan lacked much experience in cavalry battles, he could understand the enemy’s tactical strategy.
Truth be told, he was under considerable pressure!
But it was precisely this pressure from the opponent that made Zhang Yuan’s battle intent burn fiercely like a flame.
The Extreme Martial Golden Core in his Qi Sea Dantian seemed to be stimulated by something, suddenly transmitting a wealth of information to him.
Instantly, Zhang Yuan felt as if transformed into a general, holding a long halberd among thousands of troops and horses, facing endless enemies in bloody combat.
His muscles tightened, the speed of Qi Blood flowing within him abruptly increased, his pupils turning crimson.
Kill! Kill! Kill!
When the surging killing intent reached its peak, Zhang Yuan squeezed his legs against the horse’s belly, Black Cloud Treading Snow immediately surged forward.
In just a dozen breaths, the speed reached its zenith.
The fierce wind howled past Zhang Yuan’s ears, and he felt as though he was one with the steed beneath him.
The long halberd in his right hand pointed towards the enemy army.
Charging solo into the formation!
The Hulan Cavalry noticed Zhang Yuan’s charging movement, a lance-wielding armored rider narrowed his gaze and immediately raised his lance, shouting loudly, "Intercept the shot!"
Whoosh! Whoosh! Whoosh!
Hundreds of cavalrymen quickly drew guns, picked up bows, nocked arrows, a barrage of Feathered Arrows like a gale swept towards Zhang Yuan, trying to shoot him down during the charge.
These Grassland Cavalry’s Archery skill was excellent, instantly forming a dense rain of arrows over Zhang Yuan.
Facing these swiftly approaching sharp arrows, Zhang Yuan suddenly raised his long halberd towards the sky.
A formless Qi Force exploded at the tip of the halberd!
