Chapter 467: Chapter 467: Wiping Up the Mess

"Fight!"

After knocking away the assailant who had stealthily approached him, Mo Huai’an, who was presiding over the Killing Array, shouted angrily again.

With the utterance of the Imperial Decree True Words, the array he controlled underwent a new transformation.

In an instant, countless invisible Sword Qi surged into the sky, weaving a dense net around Mo Huai’an.

Those black-clad infiltrators who had sneaked into the Killing Array found themselves ensnared in a deadly trap after enduring the first wave of attacks.

They were mercilessly sliced open by the sharp Sword Qi, dismembered bodies and limbs scattering, blood splattering everywhere.

Accompanied by abrupt, piercing screams, a dozen or so black-clad figures lay dead on the ground.

The horrific deaths of these individuals frightened the remaining enemies.

Shrill whistles echoed, signaling their retreat.

It was at this moment that Zhang Yuan, who had been standing guard on the rock, made his move.

His figure flitted like a Deceitful Charm, disappearing into the dense night in the blink of an eye.

The next moment, a dazzling flash of the Taowu Saber cut through the darkness!

A desperate scream followed.

The echoes had barely faded when, dozens of paces away, the Sword Aura reappeared!

Left, right, south, north, near, far—fierce and unparalleled, the Sword Aura rose and vanished unpredictably!

But with every flash of the sword, there was often a scream or half a scream.

Before long, tranquility returned to the surroundings.

Mo Huai’an stood in the center of the array, forming a Magic Formula with his hands, vigilantly scanning the area.

The campfire beside him crackled, casting bright light on the ground littered with corpses.

After a moment, a figure emerged from the darkness.

Mo Huai’an instinctively clutched a Talisman.

But he immediately released it.

Because he saw that the newcomer was Zhang Yuan.

Zhang Yuan, holding the Taowu Saber, said calmly, "A few got away."

In fact, for him, killing all the scattering enemies wasn’t a problem.

The Red-eyed Crow circling in the night sky could easily lock onto enemies on the ground, ignoring the darkness.

It was just a matter of spending more time and effort.

But as Mo Huai’an’s Guardian, Zhang Yuan’s primary task was to ensure Mo Huai’an’s safety.

So he let a few of the fastest runners go.

However, Zhang Yuan also gave the Gray-toothed Lynx the order to pursue them, leaving the outcome to the War Beast’s capabilities.

Mo Huai’an secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

The Young Mage only now realized that due to tension, his hands and feet were slightly twitching.

Now that he relaxed suddenly, he felt a bit weak.

"Have a sip."

Zhang Yuan pulled out a Silver Wine Flask from his bosom, handed it over, and smiled, "The first time killing is always like this. You’ll get used to it after a few more times."

Mo Huai’an was out on his first trial and couldn’t have practiced killing within the sect.

Zhang Yuan saw through his current state and completely understood.

Mo Huai’an exhaled deeply, took it, and said, "Thank you."

He curiously glanced at the Silver Wine Flask in his hand.

Unlike ordinary wine containers, this flask was flat, resembling a wall bottle, crafted exquisitely, and felt heavy in his hand.

Mo Huai’an didn’t know that this Silver Wine Flask was custom-made by a Master Craftsman at Zhang Yuan’s request, based on memories from his past life.

It was undoubtedly unique in this world.

Mo Huai’an tried unscrewing the cap, hesitated a moment, and then took a big swig from the flask.

"Cough, cough, cough!"

He hadn’t expected the liquor to be so strong; a fiery liquid choked down his throat, making his insides feel like they were on fire.

Tears flowed out as he coughed!

Zhang Yuan couldn’t help but laugh.

The strong liquor in the flask was a thirty-year-old brew, bought from the best tavern in Lin Xian Manor.

Mo Huai’an awkwardly wiped the tears from his eyes and realized he now felt warm all over; the discomfort from killing had vanished!

The Young Mage, eyes shut, took another sip and exclaimed hoarsely, "Good wine!"

"This flask is yours."

Zhang Yuan chuckled, "It’s new; I haven’t used it before. Keep it as a memento."

Mo Huai’an nodded vigorously, feeling a warm rush in his heart.

At this moment, Zhang Yuan started cleaning the battlefield with the Taowu Saber.

Besides the enemies dismembered by the Killing Array, he would give an extra slash to any knight whose body was intact.

Just in case someone was playing dead. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

Unfortunately, with Mo Huai’an nearby, Zhang Yuan couldn’t use the Divine Nest’s ability to reap Source Material, leaving him regretful over the missed opportunity.

At that moment, a corpse on the ground suddenly sprang to life, lunging at the nearby Zhang Yuan with a Longsword.

It was Huo Zhennan!

The Military Guard Leader of Huo Family Castle regretted deeply at this point.

After being injured and falling from his horse, terrified by Mo Huai’an’s array, he pretended to be gravely wounded.

There was a chance to escape when Zhang Yuan went to pursue the remaining enemies.

But having witnessed Mo Huai’an’s array massacring the elite Hidden Guards, he was too frightened to move, losing the best chance to escape.

Now, seeing Zhang Yuan heartlessly slashes corpses, Huo Zhennan couldn’t maintain his act and lashed out in desperation for survival.

He didn’t expect much from his sneak attack, just hoping to buy some time.

Yet reality proved far harsher than Huo Zhennan imagined.

As Huo Zhennan leaped up, Zhang Yuan instantly countered, swinging his Profound Soldiers at the opposing Longsword.

Clang!

The Taowu Saber effortlessly severed Huo Zhennan’s weapon, and the Sword Aura, infused with the fierce Power of True Essence, grazed his shoulder.

"Ah!"

Huo Zhennan’s right arm flew high, blood spraying several feet away.

In agony, his face contorted, and driven by survival instincts, the Tier Four expert turned to flee.

But in the next moment, Huo Zhennan felt a chill at the back of his knees.

He lost balance, collapsing, finding two bloody lower legs behind him!

"Spare me!"

Even with iron will, Huo Zhennan couldn’t endure such relentless agony.

Rolling on the ground, he wailed for mercy.

Zhang Yuan stepped on the Military Guard Leader of Huo Family Castle and said coolly, "I ask, you answer. If I’m satisfied, you’ll get a quick death."

Huo Zhennan, recalling the thief who died at Fierce Tiger Hall, was filled with despair.

This was karma, a cycle of retribution.

He lost all will to resist, answering Zhang Yuan’s questions weakly.

And ultimately got a swift death.

Zhang Yuan didn’t waste much time on the Tier Four expert.

As he finished cleaning the battlefield, the Gray-toothed Lynx returned.