Fantasy: After transmigrating, I effortlessly became a god.

Chapter 411 The Fierce Dragon Strikes

"Snake gallbladder soaked in wine is very nourishing."

Zheng Qian's words were like a resounding slap to Lie Long's face. The black-robed man was a level above Zheng Qian, yet he still killed him and took out the snake gall to soak in wine.

"Zheng Qian, you are too arrogant." Lie Long gritted his teeth. He felt no pain or sadness at the death of the man in black robes.

However, Zheng Qian took the snake gall in front of him, which was a slap in the face, and he was furious.

"What a coincidence, I am an arrogant person. If you're not convinced, come on, kill me." Zheng Qian gestured to his neck, his mouth crooked, his eyes squinting, looking down on Lie Long.

"Arrogant, die." A fiery leopard, its four paws treading on flames, charged at Zheng Qian without hesitation. In their hearts, Zheng Qian was not qualified to challenge the Fiery Dragon.

Meanwhile, in the heart of human territory, within the Great Hall of the Radiant Legion, the atmosphere was heavy and tense. This was the gathering place of human wisdom, and also the last line of defense protecting the peace of this land.

General Zhao Nuo, with a sharp scar across his left cheek running from his eye to the corner of his mouth, wore silver armor and a white cloak emblazoned with the characters "Radiance." He sat upright in the main seat of the meeting, his eyes reflecting both admiration for Zheng Qian's heroic deeds and deep concern for the unknown challenges ahead.

"Gentlemen," Zhao Nuo's voice was steady and powerful, echoing in every corner of the hall, "Zheng Qian single-handedly challenged the alliance of the three races, successfully blocking the gate for twenty-four hours, demonstrating the indomitable spirit of the human race. However, we must be soberly aware that the three races will not give up easily. They will inevitably send even more powerful experts to try to kill Zheng Qian in order to save face."

Lieutenant General Ma Yi, a lean man with eagle-like eyes, immediately stood up upon hearing this. His long sword trembled slightly, as if responding to its master's fighting spirit: "General, I am willing to personally lead an elite squad to secretly protect Zheng Qian and ensure his safety. As long as I, Ma Yi, have a breath left, I will never allow any demon expert to succeed!"

Colonel Zhao Feng, a burly warrior with skin as hard as iron, followed closely behind and spoke: "I agree with Lieutenant General Ma Yi's opinion. But we must be fully prepared, not only to protect Zheng Qian, but also to guard against the three races taking the opportunity to launch a large-scale invasion. I suggest strengthening the patrol and defense capabilities of Youfeng Rift Valley, and at the same time mobilizing all heavy defensive facilities within the legion to be ready to deal with any emergencies."

Phantom Forest, a graceful and pretty female colonel, spoke slowly, her voice soft yet carrying an undeniable firmness: "We cannot afford to be complacent in intelligence gathering and tactical planning. I will personally lead my squad to infiltrate the Void Transformation Cliff to gather the latest information on the three races, ensuring we can prepare in advance. At the same time, we will use our illusionary techniques to be ready for a demon race counterattack at any time, opening an escape route for Zheng Qian."

Inside the meeting room, the crowd was abuzz with discussion, each suggestion filled with deep consideration and unwavering faith in the future of humanity. General Zhao Nuo listened to their remarks, a warm feeling welling up within him. He knew that it was precisely because of these loyal, brave, and wise generals that humanity had been able to stand firm through countless crises.

"Very good, everyone's suggestions are very pertinent." Zhao Nuo nodded in satisfaction and said, "We must not only protect Zheng Qian, but also use this incident to demonstrate the unity and strength of our human race to the demon race. Issue the order: the entire Radiant Legion is on high alert. Zheng Qian's heroic act is the pride of the human race and an example for all of us!"

"Yes." Everyone stood at attention and answered. They knew that Zhao Nuo wanted a living Zheng Qian, a Zheng Qian who could embody the image of a hero.

“Ma Yi, you are not leading an elite squad, but 50,000 elite soldiers of the Anti-Deception Army to protect Zheng Qian and ensure that he can safely return to the fortress after the gate-blocking battle ends.” Zhao Nuo’s voice was firm and powerful. His decision was like a lightning bolt that pierced the night sky and illuminated everyone’s hearts.

"Yes, General! We guarantee to complete the mission!" Ma Yi snapped to attention, saluted, and turned to mobilize his 50,000-strong direct army to attack the treacherous army.

Everyone looked at Ma Yi with envy. They had long wanted to fight their way to Huaxu Cliff and experience the thrill of the battlefield, and were just waiting for General Zhao Nuo to give the order. In the end, this task still fell to Ma Yi and the Strange Army.

The Radiant Legion's Ghost-Slaying Army quickly assembled; their cultivation was profound, and their combat power unparalleled. Fifty thousand soldiers set off from Dawn Cliff, embarking on their journey to Void Transformation Cliff. On Dawn Cliff, the sun cast countless golden rays, draping these valiant warriors in a sacred glow.

The moment they set off, the entire world seemed to tremble. Fifty thousand soldiers marched in perfect unison, their momentum like an unstoppable torrent, sweeping forward. They radiated a powerful fighting spirit and determination—a yearning for victory, a defense of their homeland, and boundless reverence for Zheng Qian, the hero of the human race.

The gate-blocking battle, initiated by a single person, will make Zheng Qian's name known throughout the world, making him the most dazzling new star.

"For humanity, for glory, advance!" Accompanied by rousing slogans, 50,000 soldiers streaked across the sky like shooting stars, heading straight for the Void Transformation Cliff. Their aura was so powerful that even the clouds in the sky gave way, as if the heavens and earth trembled at this force.

This war, which was started by Zheng Qian alone, has now evolved into a silent contest between the human and demon races.

"The Radiant Legion has been mobilized, and it's actually Ma Yi and his Ghost-Slaying Army. It seems Zhao Nuo is very concerned about Zheng Qian's safety." Xiao Zhi looked at Ma Yi, who had set off from Dawn Cliff, with a smile in his eyes.

Zheng Qian's extraordinary talent was truly unprecedented in his life. Zheng Qian had been fighting without rest, yet he possessed inexhaustible spiritual energy, stamina, and blood energy. His fighting tenacity was enough to make any legion offer him excellent conditions to join their ranks.

Yun Youzi glanced at Ma Yi and asked, "Oh, who is this Ma Yi?"

"Quick Blade Ma Yi, a pseudo-god level one expert, is the second-in-command of the Radiant Legion at Dawn Fortress. Apart from General Zhao Nuo, he is the most powerful. And his 50,000-strong Strange Army is also one of the top armies in the Wind Rift Valley." Xiao Zhi explained. He thought Zhao Nuo would send Zhao Feng or Lin Ying, but he didn't expect him to send the even stronger Ma Yi, which was beyond his expectations.

"The Strategic Alliance and the Radiant Legion jointly protect the Gloomy Rift, which is not only a cooperative relationship but also a competitive one. Newly emerging prodigies are like fresh blood, and both major forces need to continuously absorb this fresh blood if they want to develop. The benefits brought by a powerful prodigy are unimaginable, so Zhao Nuo sending his second-in-command has a deeper meaning." Yun Youzi looked at Xiao Zhi with a calm yet meaningful expression.

The Strategic Alliance is already weaker than the Radiant Legion. If they don't strengthen their efforts to absorb prodigies and pay attention to talent cultivation, their development will inevitably fall short of the Radiant Legion.

“I know, that’s why I asked you, what conditions does Zheng Qian need to join the Strategic Alliance? Just name your price. Even the position of Alliance Leader, I’ll hand over to him once he’s grown up.” Xiao Zhi stared at Yun Youzi; he really admired the combat power Zheng Qian had displayed.

In Xiao Zhi's opinion, Zheng Qian's extraordinary talent was even greater than that of Yun Youzi.

"We'll see!" Yun Youzi made no promises. In his view, the Youfeng Rift Valley was too small for Zheng Qian to develop here.

On Huaxu Cliff, Zheng Qian killed a Yuren. His figure was as upright as a pine tree, and his eyes flashed with an indomitable light. He pointed his sword at Lielong and said, "You dog, you keep sending others to their deaths. If you have the guts, come up here yourself and fight to the death."

Lie Long was fully armed, his golden armor gleaming in the sunlight. He gripped a sharp spear tightly in his hand, the tip of which seemed to leap with flames, exuding a chilling killing intent.

"Zheng Qian, you really want to challenge me?" Lie Long's voice echoed like thunder across Huaxu Cliff, every word filled with power.

Zheng Qian smiled slightly, lightly touching the ground with the tip of his sword, his tone full of confidence: "Lie Long, although you are the elite of the Flaming Leopard Clan, in front of me, Zheng Qian, you are nothing but a chicken and a dog. Today, I will use the Dragon Scale Void-Piercing Sword to cut you down before the cliff!"

"I'm giving you this chance." Lie Long strode forward, leaving a trail of fiery footprints in his wake.

Lie Long, the great demon's own son, finally stood up and confronted Zheng Qian.

Lie Yi's tense nerves finally relaxed. With Lie Long going into battle, he knew the gate-blocking battle was over. As a prodigy of the Zen Demon Realm of Huaxu Cliff, Lie Long was no match for Zheng Qian, who was only at the Dragon Transformation Realm, or even Zheng Qian, who was at the Liquid Aperture Realm.

"Heh heh, courting death." Huang Jinzhong sneered repeatedly. If no human expert intervened to save Zheng Qian after Lie Long's attack, he would surely die.

Zheng Qian didn't know how strong Lie Long was; he only knew that Lie Long gave him a very dangerous feeling, so he had to attack first.

"Die." Zheng Qian's figure blurred as he pounced on the raging dragon like a ghost. The Dragon Scale Void-Piercing Sword seemed to come alive in his hands, its sword light flashing as it transformed into a sharp sword beam, aiming straight for the raging dragon's heart.

Lie Long snorted coldly, and suddenly swung his spear. The flames on the spear tip seemed to transform into a fire dragon, colliding with Zheng Qian's sword light in mid-air. With a loud "boom," the aftershocks from the collision of the two attacks spread out, causing the surrounding clouds to tremble.

In their first encounter, the two were evenly matched, but Zheng Qian's gaze grew increasingly resolute. He knew that Lie Long was no ordinary opponent, and that he would have to go all out to kill him.

"Blazing Dragon Roar Breaks!" The dragon was surrounded by flames, its golden armor shining even brighter in the firelight. He took a deep breath, his chest heaving as he absorbed all the spiritual energy in the air, then exhaled sharply, transforming into a blazing fire dragon that soared into the sky with a deafening roar.

Wherever the fire dragon passed, space distorted, and all things withered and died. Even the hardest rocks turned to ashes in this single strike. This was created by the raging dragon using the power of its own bloodline, combined with the essence of heaven and earth's flames. Its power was so great that it could change the color of mountains and rivers and eclipse the sun and moon.

Li Zun clenched his fists tightly. Lie Long was too strong, unrealistically strong: "Lie Long is so strong, can Master defeat him?"

"Don't be nervous. Although Lie Long is very strong, Zheng Qian is not weak either. We must trust him." Li Ming stared at Zheng Qian and Lie Long. He would step in to save Zheng Qian if his life was in danger.

The difference between spiritual energy and spiritual power is vividly demonstrated in Lie Long. Lie Long's combat strength is unmatched even within the Zen Demon Realm.

"Blood Drinking Sword!" Zheng Qian roared, his sword energy as red as blood, incredibly swift. The dragon scales on the Dragon Scale Void-Piercing Sword seemed to come alive, emitting bursts of dragon roars. The sword light erupted once more, this time containing boundless dragon might, as if it would tear the heavens and earth apart, churning like a sea of ​​blood, devouring all life.

Lie Long felt the pressure emanating from his bloodline, and his expression changed slightly, but he did not back down; instead, his fighting spirit intensified. He roared, and flames surged from his spear, transforming it into a massive pillar of fire that clashed once more with Zheng Qian's sword light.

Bang... The two fought fearlessly, their attacks reaching their peak. The clouds and mist on Huaxu Cliff were completely disrupted, and space itself seemed to be torn apart. But at that moment, Zheng Qian's sword light suddenly burst forth with an even more dazzling brilliance, and the roar of a dragon was deafening, actually tearing apart the fiery pillar of the raging dragon.

Lie Long's expression changed drastically; he hadn't expected Zheng Qian to be so powerful. But Zheng Qian was, after all, one of the strongest prodigies in his region, and he wouldn't easily admit defeat. He retreated rapidly, brandishing his spear at the same time.

"Thunder Shadow Strike!" Lie Long's figure shifted abruptly, like a ghost, his golden form leaving afterimages in the void, swift as lightning. He wielded a spear, its tip imbued with the power of thunder—the result of drawing lightning from the heavens and channeling it into the spearhead. With a deafening roar, Lie Long surged forth like an enraged dragon emerging from the sea, his spear slicing through the sky, carrying endless thunder and gale force, striking directly at Zheng Qian.

Zheng Qian did not back down. His figure moved through the clouds like a ghost. The Dragon Scale Void-Piercing Sword in his hand seemed to transform into countless sword shadows, each containing the power to kill a raging dragon.

"Dragon Scale Void-Piercing Sword, kill!" Zheng Qian shouted, and countless sword shadows instantly converged into a huge sword net, enveloping the raging dragon within it.

Lie Long was caught in the sword net, feeling sword beams all around him, each one potentially fatal. He swung his spear with all his might, trying to block the sword beams, but the sword net was too dense. In the end, he was slashed through his armor by a sword beam, and blood gushed from his chest.

He's injured! The Fierce Dragon is actually injured?

Lie Yi and Huang Jinzhong exchanged glances, both filled with deep shock and disbelief. If Lie Long were to be defeated, then the early stages of the battle in the Zen Demon Realm would also be declared a failure.

"Your sword is very heavy." Lie Long distanced himself, his chest bones were shattered, but he didn't even flinch.

Zheng Qian's sword is very heavy, weighing 38,000 jin (approximately 14,500 kg). Ancient and mysterious runes are engraved on its blade, each rune containing a mysterious power. Unfortunately, Zheng Qian has not yet unlocked any of the runes, and can only use it as a heavy sword.

"If it's not heavy, how can I kill you monsters?" Zheng Qian's lips were dripping with blood, and he also felt the life-or-death crisis.

Lie Long was the strongest opponent he had ever encountered, without exception.