Chapter 89: Subduing Zhao Yun
“Have Ma Chao fight Yan Gang?”
That old fox really knew how to work his schemes.
In terms of levels and attributes, the current Ma Chao did not have the advantage.
General: Ma Chao
Gender: Male
Rank: Legendary Famous General (Fifth Tier)
Level: 35
Talent Attributes: 510/50
Weapon: Profound Heaven Sky-Piercing Spear
Mount: Claw Yellow Flying Lightning
Hidden Talent: Combination Attack Skill (Activated)
Exclusive Skill: Prairie Conflagration (etc.)
Personality: Battle-Loving
Talent: The More He Fights, the Braver He Becomes.
After the great battle at Zhuo County, the levels of Xiao Wen and the generals under his command had all risen to Level 35.
Moreover, after that battle, the exclusive skills and talents that had previously displayed as “?” had finally been revealed.
Even so, there was still a three-level gap between Ma Chao and Yan Gang.
The last time Ma Chao had managed to kill Cheng Zhiyuan despite being three levels lower, it was not only because of the suppression provided by his higher general rank, but also because of the support of a thousand White Dragon Cavalry.
This time, since Gongsun Zan had proposed the challenge himself, it would naturally be a one-on-one duel.
And that old fellow was extremely skilled at playing little tricks.
Ma Chao was the strongest general under Xiao Wen’s command.
Before Zhao Yun appeared, no one could threaten his position as Xiao Wen’s number one subordinate.
But after Zhao Yun appeared, Xiao Wen had openly shown a strong desire to recruit him.
Successfully recruiting Zhao Yun would undoubtedly threaten Ma Chao’s current standing.
So...
Who could guarantee that Ma Chao would not hold back in the upcoming battle?
Xiao Wen could!
The scheme was clever.
But with one hundred percent loyalty, did they really think that counted for nothing?
“General, are you confident?” Xiao Wen looked at Ma Chao and asked.
Ma Chao’s expression became solemn. After a moment of silence, he replied,
“My Lord truly thinks highly of that youngster?”
“He has potential. He is a talent worth cultivating,” Xiao Wen answered.
“I have complete confidence!”
Ma Chao’s expression sharpened. With a raise of his hand, the Profound Heaven Sky-Piercing Spear appeared in his grasp.
The moment he held the spear, the aura around him became razor-sharp.
At this moment, Ma Chao resembled a peerless sword unsheathed from its scabbard.
“Ma Chao of Western Liang requests battle!”
One hand behind his back, Ma Chao stared solemnly at Gongsun Zan.
Seeing this, Gongsun Zan raised an eyebrow, suddenly becoming interested. He waved a hand and signaled for Yan Gang to step forward.
“Vice General Yan, this man is a high official from the capital. We must not disgrace You Province,” Gongsun Zan said.
Yan Gang nodded without speaking, merely inclining his head.
Then, holding the reins in one hand and a spear in the other, he rode forward.
The two generals sat atop their horses facing one another.
Though the battle had yet to begin, their auras were already colliding fiercely.
“Yan Gang of You Province. Please enlighten me!”
Yan Gang raised his spear and spoke.
The moment those words fell, Ma Chao wasted no time.
A flick of the reins sent Claw Yellow Flying Lightning charging forward while his spear thrust repeatedly.
The Profound Heaven Sky-Piercing Spear pierced through the air, producing sharp whistling sounds as it struck toward Yan Gang.
Yan Gang remained serious and dared not underestimate his opponent. His own spear swept horizontally, intercepting every attack.
Clang! Clang! Clang!
Crisp sounds echoed continuously.
At the same time, damage numbers floated above their heads one after another.
Parry. HP -1.
Parry. HP -0.
Parry. HP -1.
...
The two were perfectly matched.
Spear after spear, they attacked and collided endlessly.
Their auras surged violently, and waves of force spread outward from the center of their clash.
Watching the battle, Zhao Yun’s eyes widened.
This kind of combat scene was exactly the realm he dreamed of reaching.
For now, however, he could only watch.
“Kill!”
Yan Gang roared.
A phantom green wolf appeared atop his spear.
Battle Skill: Wildland Execution!
The wolf phantom manifested and ran through the void, releasing waves of wolf howls before crashing forward.
It slammed into Ma Chao’s spear and forced both rider and horse several steps backward.
Ma Chao was equally unwilling to yield.
As his spear danced, his battle intent rose directly to its critical point.
Combination Attack Skill activated!
Chaos Across the Eight Directions!
A torrential aura surged forth like endless waves, one layer after another, crashing into Yan Gang and forcing him backward.
At the same time, his exclusive skill activated.
Prairie Conflagration!
As the spear thrust forward repeatedly, powerful gusts erupted around him.
Those currents rushed ahead one after another, carrying overwhelming force.
As countless attacks descended, an abnormally scorching aura spread across the battlefield beneath the heavens.
“Take this!”
Ma Chao shouted deeply.
Flames seemed to burn within his eyes.
They were the flames of battle intent, erupting at that very instant and forcing Yan Gang to struggle for breath.
Wave after wave of blazing fire swept forward, causing Yan Gang’s expression to change slightly.
Just as he prepared to unleash his full strength in response, he heard a faint sound.
His head shifted slightly.
From the corner of his eye, he glanced at Gongsun Zan and at Zhao Yun, whose eyes were filled with longing.
A strange look flashed through his brows.
His spear thrust forward.
A green wolf phantom faintly emerged behind him.
Green Wolf Howls at the Moon!
Yan Gang’s spear shot forth with a piercing whistle, meeting Ma Chao’s spear head-on.
Boom! Boom! Boom!
Explosive sounds erupted continuously.
Flames surged and fiery tongues rolled across the battlefield.
Yet just as the two powers continued colliding violently, a figure suddenly entered the battlefield.
With overwhelming force, that person directly suppressed the raging energies.
Who else could it be but Gongsun Zan?
Standing between the two combatants, he grasped a spear in each hand.
By himself, he stopped both attacks simultaneously.
Such strength was truly formidable.
Xiao Wen’s eyelids twitched slightly in shock.
If he remembered correctly, in his previous life, Gongsun Zan had reached Level 70 by the time he died.
Even if he had not reached Level 70 yet, he should still be around Level 50 now.
For a Level 50 general to block the attacks of Ma Chao and Yan Gang was not surprising.
“The victor has already been decided. There is no need to continue this battle. This round belongs to you, my lord.”
“However, whether or not you can take Zilong with you will depend on Zilong’s own wishes. He is my brother, not merchandise. I hope my lord will not take offense.”
Gongsun Zan released the two spears and looked toward Xiao Wen.
Xiao Wen nodded.
“That is only natural.”
Then he walked over to Zhao Yun and looked at the elegant and handsome young general.
“I have long heard of the great Zhao Zilong of Changshan. Would General Zhao be willing to follow me?”
“Me? Am I really qualified?” Zhao Yun froze.
Even he did not understand why so many people had wanted him these past days.
Was he really that remarkable?
If he truly were that outstanding, how could he still be nothing more than a commander of ten men?
“Gold will always shine one day.”
“I am the one who can wash away the dust covering you and allow your brilliance to shine.”
“Are you willing?”
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