Chapter 9: Slaying the Bandits, Battling the Heavenly Elixir

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At the peak Earth Elixir cultivation level, in the current situation, it was neither here nor there.

But since Lin Fan had kindly helped, Ge Yan naturally could not refuse. Just as he was about to speak, a deafening crash suddenly resounded.

The ancient gate of Long Spine Pass, which had stood for centuries, was violently forced open.

The shouts and battle cries of numerous bandits flooded the ears of the soldiers. Ge Yan’s eyes flashed with cold light. He immediately raised his battle knife and shouted loudly, “Soldiers, follow me to face the enemy!”

With that, he led the charge, taking the first step and leaping forward.

Ge Yan’s figure was like a fierce tiger descending the mountain, his blade flashing like lightning, instantly tearing through the night sky.

To the soldiers’ eyes, he was like a shooting star, illuminating the hope in their hearts.

“Kill!”

The roar was like thunder, shaking everyone’s soul. Soldiers raised their weapons and followed the iron-blooded commander as they charged at the bandits.

In the blink of an eye, intense battle erupted. Swords and blades clashed, sparks flying everywhere, blood mingling with light to form a breathtaking scene.

Though Ge Yan was powerful, the bandits also had formidable Earth Elixir cultivators, and a single one managed to hold him back.

Another Earth Elixir cultivator was besieged by nearly ten Heavenly Elixir armored soldiers.

Though it was called an assault, it was really a desperate bid to buy time with their lives.

A Heavenly Elixir expert’s strength far surpassed ordinary men; even faced with ten skilled opponents, they could fight with ease.

Lin Fan clenched his fists tightly, knowing that the Grand Elders and others were hiding in the shadows.

However, unless absolutely necessary, the Grand Elders would not intervene.

Their purpose was to protect Lin Fan.

If they revealed themselves, it would surely alert those who sought to ambush him.

Therefore, this battle had to rely solely on the soldiers within the pass.

Perhaps stirred by the soldiers’ fervor, a fiery light flickered in Lin Fan’s eyes. He suddenly leapt down and struck down an Earth Elixir bandit with a mighty blow.

His entire body was enveloped in flames and mist, the intense aura causing those nearby to stare in astonishment, assuming it was due to his mastery of fire-elemental cultivation.

Lin Fan’s cultivation had reached the peak of Earth Elixir, and having once been a peak Heavenly Elixir expert, his strength was naturally far beyond that of ordinary Earth Elixir warriors.

The youth’s fierce presence quickly drew the bandits’ attention.

How could they not notice an Earth Elixir peak cultivator who seemed untouchable in battle, whose every move left opponents defenseless?

“You’re strong, kid!”

Just as Lin Fan fought with exhilaration, a cold, sharp voice suddenly came from the side. Following it was a powerful aura. Without hesitation, he dodged to the side.

Whoosh!

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