The First Sage of Military Strategists

Chapter 71 Changes in the sky
"I've heard that the Luo family has deep roots in Baiyun County, but I don't take them seriously. I'm already very experienced in this kind of thing, and I'll make sure the Luo family is wiped out!" Qi Yan said casually.

Indeed, the Luo family branch in Baiyun County was a behemoth to the common people, but Qi Yan was insignificant.

The battle lasted less than two hours before the shouts of battle gradually subsided.

The Luo family mansion was in complete disarray; all those who resisted were beheaded.

Although these guards had some fighting skills, they were no match for well-organized, battle-hardened veterans, and thus crumbled at the first touch.

The vast majority of Luo family members simply gave up resistance and were escorted by soldiers to the yamen in batches, including Cheng Xiu.

Next, these people will undergo rigorous investigation until the Luo family's crimes are thoroughly investigated.

Han Qing gazed at the tall, burning building, feeling a mix of emotions.

In just a few days, Baiyun County has undergone a dramatic transformation. Ultimately, it all comes down to having real ability.

"Let's go! Han Qing, you go back to the yamen first, I'm going to the outskirts of the city!"

"I heard that there are hundreds of bandits entrenched in Black Cloud Mountain, divided into more than ten strongholds. It just so happens that I haven't killed anyone in a while, and my hands are itching to do it. I'll start with these bandits!" Qi Yan's face revealed a hint of excitement.

Han Qing's desire to kill is a sign of illness, but Qi Yan is different; she is a born violent maniac who feels restless if she doesn't take action for a while, which may also be a kind of illness.

Seeing Qi Yan's expression, the soldiers following behind him felt a chill run down their spines. It was clear that these bandits were in for a world of trouble.

...

In just one morning, the news of the Luo family's house being raided had spread throughout Baiyun County.

In no time, people gathered in small groups in the streets and alleys, teahouses and taverns, discussing the matter and applauding it.

"Good! The Luo family has been arrogant and domineering, oppressing the people for more than a day or two. I've been looking forward to their deaths for a long time!"

"That's right! Old Zhang, the head of the Chai Gang, was angered to death before the New Year. The young master of the Luo family forced his daughter to become his concubine. This is retribution!"

"I heard that a decisive female general has arrived from above. Only someone like her can deal with the Luo family!"

"With the Luo family gone, many industries in the city will be greatly shaken, and I wonder if our lives will be affected," someone said.

"Don't worry, there's no obstacle we can't overcome."

...

That night.

Snowflakes were falling heavily on Black Cloud Mountain. At the top of the snow-capped peak was a mountain stronghold where hundreds of bandits were gathered, drinking wine from large bowls and eating large chunks of meat.

In the main hall of the mansion, a man with a face as black as charcoal, narrow eyes, a fierce appearance, and wearing a snow-white fox fur coat sat upright in a chair. This was Shan Yunlong, the leader of Black Cloud Mountain.

He raised his glass and took a big gulp of wine, which dripped from the corner of his mouth and splashed freely down his beard.

"Report! My lord, something big has happened in Baiyun County! The Luo family has fallen!"

A young man with a slender build strode into the lobby, his eyebrows furrowed with snow.

"What? The Luo family has fallen?"

"impossible!"

"Just a few days ago, the Luo family sent people into the village to bring us a lot of wine and meat. How could they just throw it all away like that?"

...

Dan Yunlong frowned but didn't say anything, while everyone around him exclaimed in surprise.

"Quiet! What's going on?" Shan Yunlong slammed his hand on the table, and the entire hall fell silent. "I heard that General Qi's daughter, Qi Yan, arrived in Baiyun County and suddenly attacked the Luo family, ransacking their home overnight. Hundreds of members of the Luo family have been arrested and taken to the yamen, and even the county magistrate, Cao Yongliang, has been implicated and is now in prison." The young man quickly explained the matter in concise language.

"Qi Yan? I heard that this woman is the only female general in Shu. She has a bold and fierce personality and is a heroine among women! Only she could do something like this!" Shan Yunlong said in a deep voice.

Act first, then report later? Most people wouldn't dare to do that.

Normally, if someone wants to take action against the Luo family, they would have to go through a complicated process, including a trial before taking any action.

Qi Yan essentially skipped this process and took direct action, which was fast, but it carried a great risk. If the follow-up was not handled properly, she herself could get involved.

However, Shan Yunlong had to admit that doing so would indeed bring about the destruction of the Luo family in Baiyun County.

If it's really as described above, it's just a power struggle between forces behind the scenes, and it will ultimately fizzle out.

"Brother, shouldn't we also make plans soon?" a sharp-faced young man next to him asked.

"This madwoman might actually lead a group to attack our Black Cloud Stronghold. However, you don't need to panic too much. No matter how powerful she is, it will take her several days to gather her troops and storm the stronghold. Men, keep a close eye on the movements in Baiyun County. As soon as a large number of troops leave the city, we will immediately disperse to the surrounding twelve strongholds. Today is freezing cold, and the mountain roads are treacherous. No matter how powerful Qi Yan is or how many men she has, what can she do? After a while, when the men and horses are exhausted, she will naturally slink back!" Shan Yunlong sneered.

As soon as he finished speaking, a loud bang was heard, and a large hole was torn open in the dome of the hall. A figure descended from the sky and landed squarely in the center of the hall. A biting wind and snow rushed in from the hole above, and in an instant, many of the drunken bandits sobered up.

"Who?"

"Be bold!"

"court death!"

...

Sonorous!

The sound of blades being drawn rang out in unison. Under the moonlight, hundreds of steel swords gleamed coldly, all pointing at the figure in the very center, yet not a single one dared to step forward.

The imposing aura and oppressive feeling emanating from this figure were too intense, especially the heavy spiked club carried on his shoulder, which made people feel fear.

"Are you Shan Yunlong, the leader of Black Cloud Mountain? Come here and kneel down! Otherwise, I'll slaughter all of you hundreds of people!"

The person who arrived was Qi Yan. No matter how much Shan Yunlong planned, he did not expect that she would go up the mountain alone without anyone with her. Her speed was extremely fast, and the scouts below the mountain were completely unaware of her arrival.

"What arrogance! You must be Qi Yan. You came here alone to kill me? Hmph, there are over five hundred bandits in the stronghold. Do you think you can kill them all by yourself? Do you really think you are a match for ten thousand men?" Shan Yunlong sneered, his hand on the hilt of his sword, ready to strike at any moment.

"Stop arguing! Then I'll kill you first!" Qi Yan moved and suddenly pounced on Shan Yunlong. He was like a gust of wind or a ferocious beast. Just this aura alone made the bandits in front of him feel fear and dare not even breathe.

"Do it!"

With a loud shout, Shan Yunlong drew his sword and retreated.

However, he was much slower than Qi Yan.

The massive, heavy spiked club came crashing down on him. Shan Yunlong raised his sword to block, but with a loud bang, he was slammed into the ground. His upper body exploded, turning into a cloud of blood mist that drifted in all directions.

one move!
The leader of Black Cloud Mountain is dead!

Qi Yan's martial arts skills are unmatched in the small town of Baiyun County, and the force of this blow is something that Shan Yunlong simply cannot withstand.

"The boss is dead!"

A loud shout ignited the fear in the hearts of the martial artists in the hall. The bandits who were charging forward stopped in their tracks and retreated.

But Qi Yan had no intention of letting them off easily, and suddenly charged forward, brandishing her spiked club.

The spiked club was extremely powerful; when wielded, it was an instant kill or injury. One after another, the bodies of the bandits were smashed in mid-air, blooming into scarlet flowers. The mountain wind howled, and the hall was filled with a strong smell of blood.

(End of this chapter)