The Name of Eternals

Chapter 175: Li Tiangang, Come Out and Die!!

Liangzhou, Eastern Territory.

Beyond the Great Wall of Black Stone, the vast expanse of the land could be seen. The sky was overcast with gray clouds, and the grasslands lay still without a breeze. Within the Great Wall, a vast border defense line extended, where patrol teams clad in light armor patrolled back and forth.

In the military camp, Li Tiangang held a military report detailing the recent intelligence on the various regions of Liangzhou.

Half a year ago, there had been a demon attack from the north. Li Tiangang sent a confidential letter to the Xia family, requesting their border troops to assist in repelling the demons. Initially, the Xia family was reluctant to intervene, as it was considered a matter for the Li family. Despite their relatively good relations with the Li family, sending troops across the border was a significant step, one they would only take in the face of a major disaster or city-wide turmoil.

However, Li Tiangang's letter clearly stated that the demon attack was likely a probing effort. If the Xia family chose to stand by and watch, the demons would use the north as a breakthrough point, turning it into a major battlefield. This would inevitably affect Xia family's territory in Jizhou, causing even greater losses.

To make his point, Li Tiangang shared part of Liangzhou's military intelligence, detailing the rigorous defenses of the eastern and western borders, and the presence of a Four Abilities realm expert guarding the southern Tianmen Pass. This convinced the Xia family that the conflict could reach their own lands. They thus joined forces with the northern Liangzhou military to drive the demons away.

Since then, as Li Tiangang had predicted, there had been no further demon sightings in the north.

The Xia family had also witnessed the military acumen of this true dragon of the Li family, marveling at how he had managed to battle the demons in Yanbei under such adverse conditions for over a decade and ultimately emerge victorious.

"Fifth Brother's area has been demon-free for some time. These demons feigned retreat, but it's a clear ruse. The demon tide in Liuzhou has neither retreated nor attacked, making the deception too obvious!"

"Liuzhou is merely a distraction!"

"The true threat from these demons lies in either Liangzhou or Youzhou!"

Li Tiangang's eyes were cold as he looked over the vast landscape of Liangzhou. He had been stationed here for nearly a year. Since his arrival, he had driven back the invading demons in the east, leading to a temporary lull in major attacks, with only occasional incursions.

His gaze swept over the entire province, and beyond, assessing the intelligence from other regions to discern the true intentions of the demons.

This was why, despite the lack of significant battles, he had remained in Liangzhou.

He had seen through the demons' strategy.

"Rebuilding Cangya City..."

Li Tiangang's face darkened as he read the intelligence report. In the south, at Tianmen Pass, Li Hao was in command. He paid close attention to the situation there, but the latest reports gave him little comfort.

Since Li Muxiu and the master of Tianji Tower, Lu Chunsheng, had helped Li Hao drive away the three long-established demon kings from outside the pass, the area had seen an unprecedented calm. During this peace, the once-devastated city had been rebuilt.

This should have been a cause for celebration.

Li Tiangang could understand rebuilding the city. Reestablishing a defensive formation was logical, creating a robust defense line.

However, turning the rebuilt city into an open town, allowing people from various provinces to enter freely, opening the city gates without restriction, and even welcoming many civilians and merchants to settle there, treating this border city as an inland metropolis, was reckless.

Currently, Cangya City was bustling and prosperous, resembling a major inland city. But this was still a border area, prone to demon invasions at any time!

Given the precarious situation in Liangzhou, if demons attacked Tianmen Pass, it would lead to a bloody battle, resulting in countless casualties.

"A little success has made him arrogant."

"Even Hongzhuang is not restraining him. Does she not understand, after so many years of guarding the border, that this false prosperity is a mirage?"

Li Tiangang's face darkened further. Everyone close to that child seemed to spoil him excessively, allowing him to act recklessly.

Second Uncle, Fifth Uncle, Sister-in-law, and now even his battle-hardened sister—all indulged him because of his exceptional talent?

He acknowledged Li Hao's extraordinary talent, surpassing his own, but precisely because of this, indulgence was dangerous!

Given Li Hao's actions, he regretted not intervening sooner.

The prolonged battle in Yanbei had prevented his timely return home, a deep regret he carried.

"Bring me paper and ink."

Li Tiangang ordered. He intended to write a military command to Li Hongzhuang at Tianmen Pass, instructing her to disperse the civilians in the city.

A border city should maintain a minimal population for material exchange. Congregating so many civilians was simply dangerous.

Upon hearing the order, Li Fu immediately turned to fetch the writing materials. Just then, a thunderous roar echoed from the distant border:

"Li Tiangang, come out and die!!"

The terrifying sound wave shook the tent flaps.

Li Fu's face changed as he stepped out of the tent. His spirit surged behind him, leaping into the air to look toward the distant border.

There, a small black figure stood in mid-air, wearing a luxurious golden battle robe, with cold, ruthless eyes.

Li Fu's face changed, feeling the immense, ocean-like pressure emanating from the distant figure. With his years of battlefield experience alongside Li Tiangang, he recognized the figure as a demon king at a glance.

Before Li Fu could report, the commotion had already alarmed the nearby border military camp.

Hearing the shout, Li Tiangang's eyes narrowed. These beasts were finally losing patience.

He stepped out, walking out of the camp and straight into the sky.

From afar, beyond the defensive line, the demon king in the luxurious golden robe locked eyes with him.

"You're still here!"

Feng Shanjun, seeing Li Tiangang, felt a sense of relief. He had been harboring a bellyful of anger for days, and finally found an outlet.

That damned kid had wasted one of his lives!

A once-in-a-lifetime chance at reversing fate, gone just like that—it was as if the kid had killed him! "Prepare to die!!"

Feng Shanjun roared, summoning a blazing spear and charging forward.

Inside the defensive line, everyone was shocked.

This was the first time a demon king had attacked the city, challenging them alone—utterly brazen!

"Activate the formation!"

Li Tiangang's eyes were cold, showing no panic. He roared, stabilizing the previously shaken morale.

As Feng Shanjun's spear, blazing with divine light, neared the border, it triggered the formation.

The formation emitted countless golden rays, forming a protective barrier that enveloped the defense line.

Golden runes flowed on its surface, containing the mysterious power of celestial bodies.

Feng Shanjun's attack was blocked by the formation, causing it to tremble. His eyes blazed with fury as he repeatedly struck the formation, making it emit dazzling golden light.

Inside the defense line, the military camps quickly assembled with remarkable efficiency.

Leading the charge was the strongest battalion of the Li family—the Yuanzi Battalion!

Ten thousand soldiers of the Yuanzi Battalion channeled their power into the formation, able to resist a demon king's attack for at least the time it takes to burn an incense stick!

"Yu Xuan, quickly, inform the other battalions to enter full combat readiness. The demon army could strike at any moment!"

Li Tiangang swiftly commanded Yu Xuan.

Yu Xuan, initially startled, quickly understood. This demon king risking everything to challenge them was likely a distraction.

The demon tide outside had not yet appeared, indicating the main demon force might be targeting other parts of the defense line.

He immediately complied.

A series of horns soon sounded from within the defense line, echoing across the area, signaling full readiness.

The entire defense line tightened, soldiers donning armor and taking up arms, ready for battle.

Far in the distance, the ground trembled, as a dark mass of shadows surged forward, like a black mudslide with overwhelming momentum.

Seeing the approaching demon tide, the distant defense line quickly sent out battlefield signals.

Beacons shot into the sky, accompanied by sharp whistling sounds.

These signals were visible to the soldiers on other parts of the defense line.

Li Tiangang noticed as well, confirming his prediction.

"Kill!"

Li Tiangang's eyes turned icy as he faced the demon king continually attacking the formation. He stepped forward, summoning a stored demon spirit from the formation.

However, he did not release the full power of the formation, needing it to fend off the upcoming demon attack.

He only summoned one demon spirit, merging it with his body.

He raised his hand, summoning a brilliant divine blade from the camp. Pieces of armor flew out, attaching to his body.

Shoulder guards, cloak, breastplate, bracers, greaves, boots.

In no time, he was fully armored, holding the divine blade, blazing with divine power.

"Die!!"

Li Tiangang, like an unstoppable war god, charged out of the formation to confront the demon king.

"How dare a mere Three Immortals realm seek death!"

"Just like your wretched son, die!!"

Feng Shanjun laughed maniacally as Li Tiangang stepped out to face him, his expression twisted with hatred.

The flaming spear swept out, distorting the air with its heat.

Harnessing the power of the formation, Li Tiangang's demon spirit unleashed a furious roar. The divine blade, glowing with divine power, slashed forward.

The blade light, like a golden river, cleaved the air, severing the fiery spear.

However, the broken flames turned into a sea of fire, surrounding Li Tiangang.

The intense heat caused the golden runes on the formation to flicker and twist, rapidly consuming energy.

Feng Shanjun suddenly raised his hand, emitting a phoenix cry, spiraling through the air, and lunging at Li Tiangang.

The attack displaced the air before Li Tiangang, his body seemingly teleporting as he closed in! The spear struck down, aiming straight for Li Tiangang's head.