Chapter 293: Total War

For enemies who harbor the intention of killing him, Lin Qian would never allow them to leave alive. Only by making them pay a sufficient price could he demonstrate the might of the Hua Xia Empire.

If these enemies could contribute something to the Hua Xia Empire before their death, it wouldn't be entirely in vain.

For example, Qin Feiyu from the Qin Dynasty would serve as a stepping stone for the Hua Xia Empire.

Boom! As Lin Qian received images from his reconnaissance beast, his flight speed increased once again.

Based on calculations, Qin Feiyu had already crashed into the deadly illusionary formation.

At the same time, ten members of the Swift Wind unit, following closely behind the icy barrier around Qin Feiyu, also rushed into the formation.

The seemingly ordinary space suddenly rippled violently, like the surface of a calm lake being disturbed.

Inside the icy barrier, Qin Feiyu realized that he had likely entered an illusionary formation.

As the surroundings changed, blades formed from the formation's power assaulted him like a torrential downpour, making loud crashing sounds.

This formation concealed within the illusion was unexpectedly a killing array. Qin Feiyu's face turned pale. He couldn't understand how he ended up in such a dangerous situation when he should have been safely escaping.

Qin Feiyu felt somewhat relieved that the life-saving talisman inscribed by his father was strong enough to withstand the formation's attacks.

However, he soon noticed that there were ten figures in green armor hiding beneath the barrier, constantly scanning the surroundings and throwing soul-powered short knives.

Seeing them hide under the barrier, Qin Feiyu's mind suddenly flashed with realization. He now understood why those mysterious figures had been throwing knives at his barrier along the way. Although the knives didn't damage the barrier, they had subtly altered his direction.

Earlier, Qin Feiyu hadn't considered this possibility, but now, seeing these ten Swift Wind members using his protective barrier as a shield against the formation, he realized the truth.

Lin Qian had planned this all along, sending him into this deadly formation!

"Who is he really? A Void-breaking Realm cultivator with such terrifying strength, incredible talent, and the ability to bring so many subordinates into the relic!" Qin Feiyu roared inwardly, filled with regret. Why had he provoked such an enemy?

At the same time, he couldn't help but blame his sister, Qin Yiyi. If it weren't for her, he wouldn't have ended up as Lin Qian's enemy.

But now, regret was useless. Qin Feiyu could only grit his teeth and try to figure out Lin Qian's true intentions in sending him into this formation.

Meanwhile, outside the formation, a flash of lightning suddenly struck the ground, dispersing the dust and revealing Lin Qian's figure as he stepped out, gazing solemnly at the formation.

"What's the situation?" Lin Qian asked, his eyes fixed on the formation as he communicated with Zhuge Ming in the Hua Xia Empire.

In the Imperial Workshop, Zhuge Ming analyzed the precise information displayed on the tactical screen and reported, "Your Majesty, this formation doesn't protect the main base of the Swift Shadow Clan and the Invisible Clan. Instead, it guards the passage to the next trial area."

"It's clear that the Swift Shadow Clan and the Invisible Clan don't want anyone else entering the next area. To prevent any accidents, they set up this deadly formation, ensuring that anyone who stumbles into it is killed."

After hearing Zhuge Ming's report, Lin Qian nodded and remained standing, waiting for further reconnaissance.

Just then, a streak of light shot across the sky, quickly arriving beside Lin Qian.

It was none other than Yuan Xiang!

"Kid, what are you doing?" Yuan Xiang shouted as soon as he appeared, his face full of concern.

Lin Qian turned his head and calmly replied, "It's obvious. I'm going to the World's Heart of this Small World, leaving my mark there, and taking control of it."

"Didn't I tell you before? The human race has its own trial paths and steps. If you follow the trials honestly, you'll eventually reach the World's Heart," Yuan Xiang said, exasperated. "Are you trying to drive me to death? I've given you a safe path, and you still insist on provoking the Swift Shadow Clan and the Invisible Clan?"

"But if we do that, won't the Swift Shadow Clan and the Invisible Clan gain complete control of the other half of the Small World?" Lin Qian interrupted, his voice suddenly serious.

Yuan Xiang froze, clearly not expecting Lin Qian to say such a thing.

As Yuan Xiang hesitated, Lin Qian continued, "If that happens, the portal at the core will be secured, but the portals for the human and sea clans might be lost. I believe the Invisible Clan, which took over the Black Blade Fish, used these two portals to infiltrate the Southern Territory and Southern Seas."

Seeing that Lin Qian had accurately described the situation, Yuan Xiang was stunned. He hadn't expected Lin Qian to know so much.

In truth, Zhuge Ming had deduced all of this through research.

As Lin Qian continued to gaze at Yuan Xiang, he asked, "Securing the main portal is important for the safety of the human race. But if the other two portals are lost, things will still go terribly wrong. You didn't ask me to guard those portals; you just wanted me to take the safest path. Senior, though you're a legendary figure, you seem overly concerned about my safety."

"I'm good at reading people, and your concern isn't just about whether the plan will fail or if I can leave my mark on the World's Heart. You're genuinely worried that I might die here due to recklessness."

Lin Qian's words left Yuan Xiang momentarily speechless, unsure of how to respond.

"Some things I can't tell you right now," Yuan Xiang sighed after a long pause.

Lin Qian nodded and smiled, "That's fine. I'll uncover the truth with my own strength, just as I am now."

Yuan Xiang's ethereal form took a deep breath before asking, "Can I at least ask what you plan to do?"

Lin Qian's expression turned solemn as he replied, "Total war!"