I can bless thousands of magical powers.

When introducing the Wutai tribe, Li Shiwen's expression was extremely solemn.

There was even a hint of apprehension in it.

It wasn't that he was cowardly or afraid of trouble, but rather that this barbarian force had expanded rapidly in recent years, posing an increasing threat to Danyang City.

Although Danyang City was built to the standards of a fortress, and after Shang Jingtian took over, he set up a great array to exterminate evil and destroy demons in the city, gathering the power of a thousand Dao soldiers, even a god-level expert would be defeated.

As for ferocious beasts and monsters, they are basically wiped out no matter how many come, making the place as impregnable as a fortress!
However, there is no fortress in this world that can never fall, and the recent civil unrest in the city is the best proof of that.

The situation was extremely dangerous, but fortunately, Li Heng, who was in charge, remained calm and turned the tide at the critical moment.

That's what prevented things from getting out of control.

Although there is no direct evidence, the garrison can basically conclude that this matter is inextricably linked to the Wutai tribe, and it is highly likely that the latter orchestrated the plot.

It should be noted that a large number of barbarian experts appeared near Daocheng at that time. If the garrison had not activated the great formation in time, they might have been able to launch a sneak attack.

If Danyang falls, the consequences will be unimaginable!

"The sect has sent a message..."

Li Shiwen continued, "We will dispatch two Daoist generals and five hundred Daoist soldiers to provide support. They should arrive in three days at most!"

Zhang Yuan nodded—he already knew about this.

It is clear that Shang Jingtian attaches great importance to Danyang City.

The fact that Zhang Yuan was sent to take over the post of garrison commander shows that the government trusts him.

It can't be said that Zhang Yuan was used to fill a hole!
Zhang Yuan thought for a moment and said, "I'll give you half a month to finish everything I asked you to do before, and then I'll go and meet with the Wutai tribe."

In fact, Zhang Yuan would prefer to go tomorrow, but considering the current unrest in Daocheng and the lack of power in the city, if he were to leave, Li Shiwen and the others might not be able to control the situation.

As the saying goes, to repel external aggression, one must first pacify internal strife. Once Danyang City is stabilized, it will be time for him to take the initiative.

Zhang Yuan never imagined that he would remain in the city, unmoved like a mountain!
But to Li Shiwen, his words were like a bolt from the blue: "Sir, you're not joking, are you?"

So shocked was he that the naval officer became incoherent in his speech.

Zhang Yuan didn't take it to heart and smiled, saying, "I never joke!"

If Kou can go there, so can I!

Only by truly inflicting pain on the enemy, or even crippling them, can we deter them from easily offending Danyang City again.

As long as Zhang Yuan is stationed in Danyang City, the Wutai tribe will have to cower like turtles!
"It would be impolite not to reciprocate. So many brothers cannot have sacrificed in vain!"

Li Shiwen was stunned.

The former garrison commander, Li Heng, was a hero, but he never thought of taking the initiative to attack the Wutai tribe.

After all, with the strength of Danyang City's one thousand Dao soldiers and three thousand auxiliary soldiers, once they left the protection of the fortress's great formation, they wouldn't even be enough to fill the teeth of this powerful barbarian force.

Zhang Yuan's "arrogant words" greatly affected Li Shiwen.

Reason told this garrison staff member that the young Zhang Yuan was completely ignorant of his own limitations and his boastful talk was utterly ridiculous.

However, the overwhelming aura that Zhang Yuan displayed at this moment gave him an extremely strong sense of shock.

At this moment, Li Shiwen was absolutely convinced that Zhang Yuan could really do it!
The garrison officer, regaining his senses, knelt and bowed to Zhang Yuan without hesitation: "I am willing to die for you, sir!"

"Effective death is unnecessary."

Zhang Yuan reached out and helped him up, saying, "You just need to do your job well."

Seven days later, a long procession entered Danyang City.

This team was led by two fifth-tier powerhouses, and consisted of five hundred Dao soldiers and one thousand auxiliary soldiers. They also brought two hundred cartloads of food, weapons, and other supplies. In addition, there were five cartloads of silver!

Needless to say, the two fifth-rank soldiers and the five hundred Dao soldiers were sent by Shang Jingtian to replenish the strength of the Danyang Dao Camp.

They were supposed to arrive four or five days ago.

However, due to the orders received here to switch to escorting supplies, a few days were lost.

The arrival of this team immediately restored the gradually stabilizing city of Danyang to its former state. The restless people were instantly calmed down, and even the streets became lively again.

Zhang Yuan assigned the task of training the Daoying (military battalion) to four deputy generals, and also entrusted Li Shiwen with many affairs of the garrison headquarters.

He set off on his own to the territory of the Wutai tribe.

In fact, the deputy generals did not understand Zhang Yuan's actions at all.

As the garrison commander, Zhang Yuan was responsible for the defense of this strategic pass. He should have stayed safely in Daocheng to prevent enemy invasion.

Taking the initiative to attack the enemy is not the job of a garrison commander!
Moreover, Zhang Yuan didn't bring any people with him.

He was all alone!

No matter how much the others tried to persuade him, Zhang Yuan remained steadfast in his resolve.

"I'll leave this to you."

Zhang Yuan patted his deputy general Lü Xiong on the shoulder and said, "Make sure you keep a close watch on the house. I'll be back in ten days at most."

"Your subordinate obeys!"

What could Lü Xiong say? He obediently bowed his head and resigned himself to his fate.

In the past few days, Zhang Yuan, who had just arrived, seemed to be indifferent to everything, leaving all kinds of work to him and Li Shiwen.

However, whenever barbarian sightings appeared near Daocheng, the newly appointed garrison commander would personally lead the battle.

Slaughter the enemy without leaving a single survivor.

None of his men survived!
Perhaps they were too afraid of being killed, or perhaps the barbarians received a message, because they haven't appeared in the last few days.

Based on past experience, the Wutai tribe, having suffered a great loss, would temporarily cease hostilities.

They'll make a comeback after some time.

However, Zhang Yuan didn't follow the usual plan at all; he was going to cause trouble in the barbarian territory!
Even someone as proud as Lü Xiong could only submit to such a superior.

A group of people watched as Zhang Yuan mounted the gray-toothed lynx, then leaped down from the high city wall, landing steadily on the ground outside the fortress.

Before long, it disappeared from everyone's sight!

Zhang Yuan rode his mid-level mystic beast southward along the deep canyon.

Because there are no trade routes here and few travelers come and go, the canyon is overgrown with weeds and dense forests.

Zhang Yuanquan was able to avoid taking unnecessary detours thanks to the "navigation" provided by the red-eyed crows in the sky.

But once he rushed out of the canyon, the terrain ahead suddenly became open and flat, and a vast plain appeared before him.

A gentle breeze caresses the face, carrying the fragrance of earth. In the distance, the winding river ripples under the sunlight, resembling a jade ribbon coiled around the earth.

Zhang Yuan, perched on the back of the grey-toothed lynx, gazed into the distance and could vaguely see an even more expansive body of water.

It's such a pity that such a wonderful place has been occupied by barbarians! (End of Chapter)