Douluo: One man returns, Fan Tianyin smashes Tang San to death

Lu Yu frowned and asked tentatively, "What are your plans next? Are you going to other cities in the Jialuo Empire to help, or are you going to look for your family?"

Cheng Yufeng rubbed his forehead, his eyes full of struggle: "I want to help, but I'm afraid of being considered a deserter... I also want to find my family, but I can't even remember where they are..."

His voice was filled with pain, and he held his head with both hands, as if he had a splitting headache.

Seeing him like this, Lu Yu felt soft in his heart, and he gently hugged his shoulders and whispered, “Don’t worry, Yufeng.

Why don't you come with me for a while?

Perhaps I can help you regain those lost memories."

Cheng Yufeng was stunned for a moment, then looked up at Lu Yu, a hint of gratitude flashed in his eyes, and he nodded: "Okay... I'll go with you."

In the next few days, Lu Yu and Cheng Yufeng headed towards other cities in the Galao Empire.

All we saw along the way were traces of war: villages reduced to ruins, broken armor scattered across the fields, and the air was filled with the smell of scorched earth.

Lu Yu gradually realized that the situation in the Garo Empire was far more serious than he had imagined.

The offensive of the Wuhun Empire was as surging as a tide, and the defenders of the Jialuo Empire were almost defeated. In less than a month, many cities had fallen and many generals died on the battlefield.

Lu Yu's brows furrowed more and more, and he began to think about how to deal with the situation.

The strength of the Wuhun Empire far exceeds expectations. If a breakthrough is not found as soon as possible, the Jialuo Empire may not be able to hold on for too long.

A few days later, they arrived at a border city of the Garo Empire.

Although the city had not been breached, the atmosphere was depressing, there were few pedestrians on the streets, and the defenders' faces were full of fatigue and anxiety.

Lu Yu and Cheng Yufeng stayed in a simple inn. During their stay, Lu Yu collected information through various channels, trying to understand the current situation.

The news is both good and bad.

On the bright side, several sects have pledged to aid the Garo Empire, and the Tiandou Empire has also sent a team of strong men across the Tiandou Forest to provide support.

What was even more surprising was that the soul beasts in the Tiandou Forest took the initiative to make way for them, allowing the team to arrive quickly and injecting a glimmer of hope into the Garo Empire.

However, the bad news is also heartbreaking.

The second prince of the Garo Empire was killed in an assassination attempt, many cities fell completely, and the defending army was almost wiped out.

The only thing to be thankful for was that the Second Legion of the Garo Empire, under the leadership of the Dark Iron Armored Dragon Family, successfully broke through, captured several cities, and temporarily stabilized part of the war situation.

But this victory seemed insignificant under the powerful offensive of the Spirit Empire.

According to reliable information, the Xie Yue siblings of the Wuhun Empire have joined forces and are leading a large army to advance into the inner territory of the Jialuo Empire.

What is even more disturbing is that the Wuhun Empire has also sent many Titled Douluo to the battlefield in person, intending to completely crush the Jialuo Empire with the force of thunder.

Lu Yu stood at the window of the inn, overlooking the bleak scene in the city, with a lot of thoughts in his mind.

The strength of the Wuhun Empire was beyond imagination, while the weakness of the Jialuo Empire made him feel powerless.

He turned to look at Cheng Yufeng, who was wiping his sword with his head down, his eyes still a little confused.

Lu Yu took a deep breath and secretly made up his mind: "No matter what, I have to find a way to turn this situation around... Not only for the Jialuo Empire, but also for Yufeng and for those who are still holding on."

Lu Yu stood in a courtyard on the west side of the Jialuo Empire. The afterglow of the setting sun shone on the bluestone ground, reflecting the outline of his slender figure.

His gaze passed through the city wall outside the courtyard, staring at the faint smoke of gunpowder in the distance, his brows furrowed, his worry hard to hide.

The war in the Garo Empire has been going on for several months, and the offensive of the Wuhun Empire is as surging as a tide, far exceeding the estimates in the intelligence.

The soul masters stationed outside the city were exhausted, and the cracks on the city walls gradually deepened with day after day of attack and defense, as if silently telling of the precariousness of this empire.

Lu Yu's fingers gently stroked a jade pendant around his waist, which was given to him by an old friend many years ago. It felt cold to the touch, but it always allowed him to find a trace of peace in his chaotic thoughts.

It's not that he hasn't thought about taking action himself.

As a time traveler, he had some grasp of the direction of the plot in this world, but now, the whereabouts of Bibi Dong, the commander of the Wuhun Empire, is a mystery, and her strategic deployment is as elusive as fog.

Lu Yu once tried to deduce her plan, but every time he got to the key point, he always felt that the clues were broken, as if an invisible hand was fiddling with the chessboard.

This made him feel powerless - although he had memories and experiences from his previous life, in the face of absolute strength, those so-called "prophets"

Looks so pale.

The wooden door of the courtyard creaks

The door was pushed open and Cheng Yufeng walked in.

He was dressed in black, with a sword at his waist, and his steps were steady but a little anxious.

Lu Yu turned around and looked at his face. There was a hint of excitement in Cheng Yufeng's expression, as if he had brought some important news.

"Lu Yu, latest information."

Cheng Yufeng's voice was low but clear, "The Wuhun Empire's First Legion suddenly retreated. Hu Liena personally led the troops and abandoned the siege of the three border cities of the Jialuo Empire."

Hearing this, Lu Yu raised his eyebrows slightly, and a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes.

He pondered for a moment and asked, "Retreat? What's the reason?"

Cheng Yufeng walked up to him, took out a secret letter from his bosom and handed it to him: "Something happened in the Xingluo Empire.

Dai Mubai, the second prince of the Star Dou Empire who had disappeared for a long time, raised an army in the southern part of the Wuhun Empire and captured three cities in succession.

It is said that he may have the support of the Haotian Sect and Tang San behind him."

Lu Yu took the secret letter and scanned its contents. The handwriting was neat and the words were concise, but every word was shocking.

He slowly put down the letter, and the image of Dai Mubai emerged in his mind - the stubborn and proud young man, whom he had met several times.

Now, Dai Mubai's sudden rise has undoubtedly given the Garo Empire a chance to catch its breath.

The Wuhun Empire's military forces were dispersed, and the pressure on the Jialuo Empire was relieved. This was unexpected good news.

However, Lu Yu was not completely relaxed in his heart.

He murmured softly: "Dai Mubai... Haotian Sect... Tang San..."

These names were arranged and combined in his mind like chess pieces, trying to piece together a bigger picture.

He knew that although Dai Mubai was strong, it was not easy for him to fight against the huge power of the Wuhun Empire.

The support from the Haotian Sect might allow him to gain a foothold, but whether it can last is still unknown.

Seeing him lost in thought, Cheng Yufeng couldn't help but ask, "Lu Yu, what are you going to do? The Jialuo Empire is still waiting for your decision. Will you continue to help, or do you have other plans?"

Lu Yu refocused his gaze and looked up at Cheng Yufeng with a hint of determination in his eyes.

He said slowly: "Yufeng, you know, in this world, strength is the foundation.

The deterrent power of a powerful person far surpasses the support of hundreds of ordinary spirit masters."

Cheng Yufeng was stunned for a moment, then he understood what he meant: "You mean... give up helping in the battle?"

Lu Yu nodded, his gaze turning towards the distant mountains outside the courtyard, his tone calm but with unquestionable determination: "The expansion of the Wuhun Empire has been temporarily hindered, and Dai Mubai's uprising has bought us time.

If I act rashly now, it can only temporarily relieve the pressure, but it cannot change the overall situation.

Instead of doing that, why not seize this opportunity and improve your own strength?"

He paused, and the advice given by the remnant soul of Qilin emerged in his mind.

That remnant soul had told him that if he could fully absorb the soul bone sealed within his body, his martial soul would undergo a qualitative leap, and he might even break through to the level of a Title Douluo. However, in the past, because he was worried that the Martial Soul Empire would become too powerful, he always focused his energy on maintaining the balance of power and did not dare to go into full seclusion for a long time.

Now, a brief easing of the situation has given him an opportunity.

"I decided to go to the Star Forest."

Lu Yu's voice was low and firm, "There is the opportunity I need.

Yufeng, you, Ma Hongjun, and Meng Yiran stay on the periphery and guard the retreat for me.

I will go into the depths of the forest alone and practice in seclusion."

After hearing this, a hint of worry flashed across Cheng Yufeng's eyes, but it was quickly replaced by trust.

He nodded: "Okay, I believe you.

However, the depths of the forest are full of dangers, so you... must be careful."

Lu Yu smiled slightly and patted his shoulder: "Don't worry, I know my limits."

In the next few days, Lu Yu quickly arranged everything.

He temporarily handed over the affairs of the Garo Empire to Ma Hongjun and others, and set out for the Star Dou Forest alone, carrying a simple bag.

As the sun sets, his figure disappears in the mountain mist, leaving only a trail of shallow footprints behind him.

Time is like running water, fleeting.

A year later, the scene outside the Star Forest was very different from before.

There is now a spacious campsite next to the once lush forest, where Ma Hongjun, Cheng Yufeng and Meng Yiran are stationed.

There was a bonfire burning in the middle of the camp, and the firelight reflected on the faces of the three people, each with a different expression.

Ma Hongjun sat cross-legged on a big rock, holding a branch in his hand, fiddling with the fire out of boredom.

His face looked more mature than a year ago, but his eyes were filled with obvious anxiety. "It's been a year, why hasn't Lu Yu come out yet? The Star Dou Forest is so dangerous, is there really something wrong with him?"

Cheng Yufeng was sitting opposite him, wiping his sword. He looked up when he heard this and said calmly, "Don't scare yourself.

You know Lu Yu's strength. If he dares to go in alone, he must be confident."

Meng Yiran sat aside, holding a short bow in his hand, looking into the depths of the forest from time to time.

Her expression was calmer than Ma Hongjun's, but she could not hide her concern: "Yufeng is right, Lu Yu never does anything without confidence.

But...sister-in-law, I'm still a little worried."

"sister in law"

This name came out of her mouth with a bit of teasing, but also revealed intimacy.

After hearing this, Ma Hongjun couldn't help but roll his eyes: "Come on, Yiran, you and Yufeng have been calling each other that, and you've almost gotten used to it.

If Lu Yu heard this, he would probably be so angry that he would laugh."

Upon hearing this, Cheng Yufeng's lips curled up slightly, but he didn't respond. He just continued to wipe the sword.

The firelight reflected in his eyes, calm but with a hint of complexity.

During this year, the external situation has undergone earth-shaking changes.

The expansion momentum of the Wuhun Empire was frustrated. The First Legion suffered heavy losses in Dai Mubai's surprise attack, losing five cities in succession, and had to temporarily withdraw its offensive against the Jialuo Empire.

However, even so, the Wuhun Empire still occupies seven cities of the Jialuo Empire, and its profound foundation is feared.

With the help of various major forces, the Garo Empire managed to stabilize its position, deployed heavy troops in key cities, and vigorously trained soul masters in an attempt to accumulate strength for future counterattacks.

Dai Mubai, the former second prince of the Star Dou Empire, has now become a force that cannot be ignored.

He gained a firm foothold by conquering five cities, and had the strong support of the Haotian Sect behind him.

According to rumors, Tang San often appeared in his military camp, which made all parties pay more attention to his future.

At the same time, the rise of pharmacies has become another eye-catching change.

This originally low-key force absorbed ten Titled Douluo in just one year, and the number of ordinary soul masters increased dramatically, becoming the second largest force in the Wuhun Empire.

There are rumors that there is an Extreme Douluo hidden behind the pharmacy, which adds a bit of mystery to the game between various forces.

The peace outside the Star Forest did not last long.

On this day, two teams appeared near the camp almost at the same time, breaking the tranquility here.

The first team came from the Spirit Hall. More than ten people were wearing uniform black robes and looked very imposing.

The leader was an old man, and the fluctuation of his soul power showed that he was at least a Soul Douluo-level warrior.

The purpose of their trip is to investigate the long-standing legend of the "mythical beast" in the Star Dou Forest.

rumor.

It is said that traces of Qilin have appeared many times in the depths of the forest. The Spirit Hall has sent out many exploration teams for this purpose, but no one has returned.

This time, they were clearly well prepared.

The second team was led by Liu Erlong, the dean of Lanba Academy.

She was dressed in a fiery red robe, looking heroic, and was followed by several elite soul masters from the academy.

Liu Erlong's trip was also for the "Qilin"

Coming from rumors.

She had heard that the Qilin, as a divine beast, could only recognize specific soul masters, and Lu Yu's connection with the Qilin made her suspect that all this might be related to him.

Meng Yiran recognized Liu Erlong at a glance.

She stepped forward quickly and bowed respectfully: "Dean Liu, I am Meng Yiran, a student of Lanba Academy.

I heard you were coming to the forest to investigate, and I...I wanted to go in with you to find Lu Yu's whereabouts."

Liu Erlong looked her up and down, with a glint of admiration in his eyes: "Good, girl, you have courage.

Since you are from Lanba Academy, then come with us."

Cheng Yufeng also stood up and said in a deep voice, "I'll go too."

Ma Hongjun waved his hand and said firmly: "You guys go, I'll stay here.

Lu Yu will definitely come out, I have to wait for him here."

Liu Erlong nodded without further persuasion.

She took Meng Yiran, Cheng Yufeng and others and slowly walked into the depths of the Star Forest.

Ma Hongjun stood alone in the center of the camp, staring towards the forest. The light from the campfire danced on his face, reflecting a persistent belief.

At the entrance of the Star Dou Great Forest, the air was filled with a strong scent of grass and trees, mixed with a faint smell of blood, as if every inch of this ancient forest was whispering of danger and the unknown.

Sunlight filtered through the branches of the ancient, towering trees, dappling the ground and illuminating the figures of the Blue Tyrant Academy group. (End of Chapter)