Chapter 3: Total Annihilation

The sudden death of Mu Geitu completely caught Hong Lang and Ling Tian off guard, and the gruesome manner of Mu Geitu's demise was so shocking that both Hong Lang and Ling Tian were left in a daze, standing still for a long time without moving.

The red wolf uttered only a single word, and the cold long sword pierced through his throat, a spray of blood blossoming in the air, exceptionally dazzling.

Little did they expect that within the span of a mere cup of tea, the seemingly divine Muguitu and the invincible leader were slain before their eyes, with the adversary suffering only minor injuries in return

The Red Wolf saw the mocking smile at the corner of Mu Xian's mouth, and an uneasy feeling flashed through his heart. Then, instinctively, he stretched out his arms to draw the bow, but upon doing so, the Red Wolf's expression changed drastically.

"Xian'er, it is not safe ahead, hurry back!" Thinking of the fact that the Red Wolf had already reached the Condensation Realm, and that there were dozens of members of the Fire Wolf Gang lying in ambush in the dense forest behind the Red Wolf, Ling Tian could not help but feel anxious

While Hong Lang and Ling Tian were lost in thought, Mu Xian had already picked up the black long sword, Mu Gui Tu, that had fallen to the ground and was rushing straight towards Hong Lang.

At this moment, Hong Lang finally understood the true reason behind Mu Guitu's swift defeat. It was not that Ling Tian had concealed his strength, but rather that Mu Guitu had suddenly lost all his power, which provided Ling Tian with an opportunity.

The fine steel bow in the hands of the Red Wolf is forged from meteorite materials, with the bow itself weighing over 800 pounds. This bow was crafted using the entirety of the Red Wolf's life savings after reaching the Condensation Realm. With this meteorite fine steel bow, the Red Wolf can easily challenge opponents of higher levels and effortlessly suppress mid-stage warriors of the Condensation Realm, thereby gaining widespread fame.

In just a matter of a dozen breaths, those who had originally charged towards Ling Tian all fell, dead beyond recovery

Upon seeing the steel meteorite bow and ironwood arrows in Ling Tian's hands, and noticing the unabashed killing intent in his eyes as he looked at the books, the expressions of the members of the Fire Wolf Gang turned exceptionally grim

Faced with the massive bow raised by the red wolf, Mu Xian's lips curled into a mocking smile. His body showed no signs of hesitation as he rapidly tapped his feet on the ground, his speed increasing once more, transforming entirely into a blur of shadows.

Just as Ling Tian was about to ask Mu Xian what was going on, he noticed that Mu Xian's body was collapsing straight towards him. It was at this moment that Ling Tian realized there was not a trace of color on Mu Xian's face, and a faint trickle of blood was seeping from the corner of Mu Xian's mouth, while Mu Xian's eyes had already closed.

Rao felt a chilling sword aura emanating from his throat, and a trace of panic finally flashed in the eyes of the red wolf, who also let out a silent cry.

Isn't Mu Xian a waste who has been cultivating for over ten years yet remains at the initial stage of the physical realm? How could someone at the initial stage of the physical realm possibly possess such speed? Even someone at the initial stage of the condensation realm might not be able to reach Mu Xian's speed, right?

"Master Ling, as the saying goes, two fists cannot defeat four hands. We know that your skills are profound, but we have a full forty people here, and you have a burden by your side. Are you sure you can handle us?" After a moment of silence, one of the members of the Fire Wolf Gang asked with a cold expression.

Immediately afterward, the body of the red wolf crashed to the ground, kicking up a cloud of dust

However, at this moment, the steel bow, which usually serves as a great asset to the Red Wolf, has become a burden. When the steel bow cannot be drawn, it is less useful to the Red Wolf than an ordinary long knife.

In an instant, blood splattered in the dense forest, and the sounds of screams rose and fell, creating chaos.

A barely perceptible faint explosion suddenly erupted beneath Mu Xian's feet, causing his tall figure to sway slightly. In the next moment, Mu Xian had transformed into a fleeting shadow, appearing before the black long sword that Mu Gui Tu had dropped.

Ling Tian, upon seeing this, let out a cold snort and then unhesitatingly nocked an arrow on the bow.

In that moment, the scene of Mu Guitu being split in half by Ling Tian with a single strike flashed instinctively in the mind of the Red Wolf

Brothers, this Ling Tian is merely at the high level of the Condensation Realm. He must have exhausted all his strength in killing Elder Six and the leader. At this moment, he is already at the end of his rope, and now he is just putting on a show to intimidate us. We must not fall for it. " The member of the Fire Wolf Gang who had just spoken shouted angrily and then led the charge forward.

Due to Mu Xian's fragile veins, he is more susceptible to injuries and bleeding than ordinary people. Therefore, Mu Yuanshan and Tang Qiluo prepared a large quantity of Tiger Blood Pills for Mu Xian's protection

Hearing the angry shouts and commotion coming from deep within the dense forest, Ling Tian furrowed his brow. He held Mu Xian with one arm while using the other to pick up the black longsword and the steel meteorite bow that had fallen to the ground. After retrieving the quiver from the red wolf, he swiftly retreated back to the location of the carriage.

Although the cultivation resources promised by the elders of Mu Xian are enticing, one must also have their life to enjoy them

In a moment of surprise, the red wolf found that Mu Xian was only a step away from him, and the black sword in Mu Xian's hand was less than ten centimeters from his throat

Feeling the power within him rapidly dissipate, the red wolf's eyes were filled with unwillingness and regret. In the final moment of his life, the red wolf instinctively recalled how he had previously looked down on Mu Xian, recalling the scenes of teasing Mu Xian like a cat playing with a mouse.

The Red Wolf and Ling Tian fell into a state of daze, but a striking cold gleam flashed in Mu Xian's starry eyes behind Ling Tian.

Tiger Blood Pill is an extremely popular healing elixir on the market. It is crafted using the blood of the Flame Demon Tiger as the main ingredient, combined with the spiritual herbs Blood Python Branch and Iron Sutra Ginseng. It is highly effective for martial artists at the Condensation Realm and below, not only capable of rapidly restoring internal vitality but also providing immediate healing effects for external injuries

Mu Xian's sudden movement immediately startled the dazed Red Wolf and Ling Tian, but upon seeing Mu Xian's almost imperceptible figure, Red Wolf and Ling Tian fell into a state of stupor once again

It was at this moment that the Red Wolf and Ling Tian finally realized what Mu Xian intended to do

After placing Mu Xian in the carriage, Ling Tian finally threw the Tiger Blood Pill into his mouth and began to rest with his eyes closed

At this moment, Mu Xian had already run to the middle of Hong Lang and Ling Tian. Hong Lang was confident that he could end Mu Xian's life with an arrow before Mu Xian got close to him. At this distance, even if Ling Tian wanted to intervene to save Mu Xian, he would be powerless to do so.

In the eyes of the members of the Fire Wolf Gang, Mu Guitu, as a powerful figure at the peak of the Condensation Realm, can completely suppress Ling Tian; although the Red Wolf leader's strength is only at the mid-stage of the Condensation Realm, possessing the Steel Meteorite Bow is sufficient to restrain and intimidate Ling Tian, making today's ambush almost certain to succeed

The red wolf paused for a moment, then the corners of its mouth curled up slightly, and a cruel smile flashed in its eyes. "Kid, if you had honestly stayed behind Ling Tian, I might not have been able to do anything to you. Since you have chosen to come over and seek death, do not blame me for being merciless."

While a group of Fire Wolf Gang members were lost in thought, Ling Tian's subordinates continued their actions without the slightest pause, mechanically repeating the motions of drawing a bow and nocking an arrow

Ling Tian had originally prepared to retrieve Mu Xian's body, but what he received instead was such a result and a *picture* book

Meanwhile, Ling Tian finally arrived at the side of Mu Xian and Hong Lang

Only now do you think of escaping? It is too late! Seeing a group of rabble attempting to flee before him, Ling Tian's eyes flashed with a hint of ferocity. He soared into the air, and the steel meteor bow in his hand made a series of "bang" sounds that echoed incessantly

Just seeing the red wolf that died with its eyes wide open and Mu Xian, who was bent over and gasping for breath in place, Ling Tian's mind was somewhat unable to react.

The remaining members of the Fire Wolf Gang were completely intimidated by Ling Tian's cold-bloodedness and cruelty. They shouted in unison and then fled in all directions, no longer daring to charge at Ling Tian.

The red wolf spoke while calmly removing the steel bow from his back, leisurely placing the ironwood arrow on the steel bow.

It is important to note that today's ambush was primarily led by Mu Ge Tu and Hong Lang, while the members of the Huo Lang Gang were stationed in the forest to lay traps merely as a precaution.

Under Ling Tian's gaze, a group of members from the Fire Wolf Gang instinctively lowered their heads or looked around, yet they did not dare to meet Ling Tian's eyes

The red wolf was astonished to find that the primordial energy within him had completely vanished. The massive bow, which he usually handled with ease, now felt as heavy as a thousand pounds, and he could not pull it even a fraction, despite exerting all his strength.

Ling Tian knew that he was about to face a fierce battle, and naturally, he would not be polite with Mu Xian.

A group of members from the Fire Wolf Gang hid in the dense forest, unaware of the truth behind the deaths of Mu Geitu and Hong Lang, and at this moment, they were completely intimidated by Ling Tian's strength

Hong Lang originally believed that Mu Guitu was defeated by Ling Tian in an instant because Ling Tian's strength far surpassed that of Mu Guitu, and that Ling Tian had deliberately feigned weakness to mislead the enemy

They could not help but recall the exorbitant commissions from the elders of the Mu family, as well as Ling Tian's solitary predicament, and a glimmer of greed and determination flashed in their eyes

Only a few crisp sounds of "bang" echoed, and the first few individuals in the front immediately fell in response.

Seeing the Red Wolf coldly smiling as he aimed his bow at Mu Xian, Ling Tian's heart involuntarily leaped to his throat. His body instinctively shot towards Mu Xian, even though he knew that his actions might be in vain.

With a loud clatter, the steel bow in the hands of the red wolf fell to the ground, seemingly mourning for its master

Seeing someone take the lead, the other members of the Fire Wolf Gang, who had long coveted the exorbitant commissions from the elders of the Mu family, followed suit without hesitation

After a group of Fire Wolf Gang members rushed out of the dense forest, they glanced at the composed Ling Tian, then looked at the severed Mu Guitu and the lifeless Red Wolf. They all came to a halt, not daring to approach Ling Tian any further

"Uncle Ling, this is a Tiger Blood Pill, and from now on, it all depends on you." As Ling Tian was left dumbfounded, a voice filled with extreme weakness rang in his ears, and a hot pill appeared in his hand.

Seeing the Ling Tian Arrow piercing through the heart, with every shot hitting its mark, when drawing the bow and nocking the arrow, he not only showed no signs of effort but appeared even more skilled and relaxed than his own leader. A group of members from the Fire Wolf Gang, rapidly charging towards Ling Tian, could not help but exchange glances, their hearts filled with fear.

"If you don't want to die, then get lost. This Shitang Town is not a place for your Fire Wolf Gang to run wild!" As a group of Fire Wolf Gang members' expressions changed unpredictably, Ling Tian had already completely absorbed the Tiger Blood Pill, and his injuries had mostly healed. He coldly glanced at the members of the Fire Wolf Gang and sternly reprimanded them.

Ling Tian let out a cold snort upon hearing this, then slowly picked up the steel meteorite bow and the ironwood arrows that were placed beside him. He said coldly, "You might as well try my archery skills and see how many of you will be left standing when the forty or so of you rush towards me!"