Systemless Villain

Chapter 96 Darkness Rebirth

Long Tian's intense focus was on the four remaining individuals. He swiftly sprang into action, targeting one of them with his lightning-fast attack. His razor-sharp claws closed in on a vital part of the person's body.

Clank!

Despite his incredible speed, his attack was deftly blocked by a skilled swordsman, causing the man to stagger momentarily from the sheer force behind it.

Not wasting any opportunity, Long Tian struck again, his claws slashing across the man's body.

Claw!

The deep and grievous wound inflicted by the claw strike reached the man's heart, and in the blink of an eye, he collapsed lifelessly to the ground.

The remaining trio grew increasingly serious. "Attack them together!" one of them shouted, his voices tinged with urgency.

Without hesitation, the three moved in unison toward Long Tian. Yet, Long Tian remained remarkably composed. Lightning enveloped his entire body, and in the next moment, three lightning bolts descended from the sky, striking the trio and rendering them immobile.

Observing this opportunity, Li Yue'er took the initiative to engage. The Uchigatana in her hand blazed with blue flames as she advanced upon one of their assailants, driving her blade into his heart.

Stab!

Not content with a single strike, she swiftly moved on to the other two, repeating the lethal maneuver.

Stab!

Stab!

Her blade bore the grim evidence of its deadly work as the final assailant fell, his life extinguished.

Long Tian offered a smile. "You're becoming increasingly adept, I see. That's commendable, but remember not to succumb to the darkness and become a merciless killing machine," he advised.

"I understand; I'm just trying to be better," Li Yue'er replied earnestly.

Long Tian nodded in approval. "Alright, it appears my lightning display has drawn a crowd," he remarked, gesturing towards the outpost where additional torches flickered to life, and more individuals emerged.

"Ensure you stay beside me," he cautioned.

Li Yue'er nodded, and together they made their way toward the outpost.

As they approached the entrance, where several people stood guard, Long Tian harnessed his lightning power, releasing bolts from both his hands.

Bang!

The colossal lightning bolt struck the five individuals at the forefront, even obliterating the gate in its path.

Without hesitation, they entered the outpost.

Amidst the complex, numerous people encircled them, emerging from the buildings.

"This won't be a walk in the park. Let me grant you a buff," Long Tian suggested, reaching out to touch Li Yue'er.

In the next moment, a surge of electric energy enveloped her body.

Li Yue'er felt a peculiar sensation; despite the electrical currents coursing through her, there was no jolting shock.

"What's this, Long Tian?" she inquired.

"It's a buff. At the very least, it will make you immune to long-range and iron attacks and bolster your combat abilities," Long Tian explained.

"I see. Thank you, Long Tian," Li Yue'er expressed her gratitude, her smile reflecting her determination.

"Don't thank me just yet; keep an eye on your surroundings," Long Tian cautioned.

Li Yue'er scanned her surroundings. Numerous individuals had encircled them, but the chilling sight was not their presence but the lifeless bodies strewn across the ground.

At the same time, a burly middle-aged man, occupied with devouring a piece of meat, made his appearance.

"Well, well, what do we have here? A young man and a young woman? I'm certain we're in for a delightful meal tonight," he remarked, his grin dripping with menace.

As tensions rose, a multitude of people began emerging from the buildings, surrounding Long Tian and Li Yue'er. Their wicked grins betrayed their overconfidence.

"Attack them," the burly man ordered.

With that command, they pounced upon Long Tian and Li Yue'er as a relentless mob.

On the other hand, Long Tian, his eyes aglow with the fury of lightning, summoned bolt after bolt from the sky, immobilizing those they struck and causing others to crumple to the ground.

He allowed the technique to continue, the lightning strikes relentless, as he wielded his Uchigatana in battle.

Meanwhile, Li Yue'er unleashed her own onslaught using the sword bestowed upon her by Long Tian. Although she remained at the body tempering realm, she had mastered several potent techniques under Long Tian's guidance. Enhanced by the lightning buff, her strength surged.

Bang!

Bang!

Bang!

Clank!

Clank!

The cacophony of battle echoed through the dark forest, with Long Tian and Li Yue'er taking the lead as lightning continued to strike.

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As the night grew darker, Long Tian and Li Yue'er continued their relentless battle, killing the bandits outpost one by one.

Originally numbering more than 70, only around 30 adversaries remained.

Long Tian showed little sign of fatigue; the majority of the bandits were at the body tempering level, and the strongest among them possessed only the qi Foundation realm of cultivation. Engaging them proved to be relatively straightforward.

Li Yue'er, on the other hand, began to feel the strain. She had fought alongside Long Tian tirelessly, and despite the lightning buff, her body tempering level rendered her weaker in comparison.

Meanwhile, the burly middle-aged man, the bandit leader, crushed the meat in his grasp, his face contorted with anger. Dozens of his subordinates had fallen to the hands of two youths, and it fueled his rage.

He descended from his vantage point, accompanied by his five most formidable henchmen.

"You take care of the girl, and I'll handle that brat," he declared.

His five cohorts nodded in agreement and immediately advanced toward Li Yue'er.

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Amid the tumultuous battle, Li Yue'er suddenly sensed another formidable presence. She swiftly pivoted to find five men leering at her with malicious intent.

Instinctively, she prepared herself for the impending confrontation. Observing her readiness, the five men only widened their grins, sensing that Li Yue'er's strength was far below their cultivation levels.

"Don't waste time; we've already suffered significant losses," one of them remarked.

"We understand," the others replied in unison.

Without hesitation, they converged upon Li Yue'er, offering her no avenue for escape.

"My, what a shame, little girl. You're in for an unfortunate fate tonight," one of them remarked, and then immediately launching an attack at Li Yue'er with his sword.

Li Yue'er, on her part, attempted to defend against the man's assault. However, despite her efforts, she found herself overwhelmed by the man's superior strength.

Clank!

Her sword was sent flying, leaving her weaponless. Another man, witnessing this opportunity, swiftly appeared before her and thrust his sword into her body.

Stab!

The longsword pierced her body, thrusting entirely through her back. Li Yue'er's eyes widened in shock as the excruciating pain coursed through her. Tears welled up in her eyes, and in a swift, disbelieving motion, she crumbled to the ground, her eyes remaining wide in stunned disbelief.

"Hey, isn't she already dead? I can't sense any life energy left in her body, which means we can enjoy her," one man said, licking his lips with a lecherous gaze.

"She should be dead. But let's wait for the boss to finish the boy," one of them replied.

The rest of them nodded and turned their attention to their boss, Gui Hu, who was locked in combat with Long Tian.

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Clank!

Clank!

Clank!

Clank!

The resonating clash of swords echoed through the outpost. The thirty remaining individuals watched the battle between Long Tian and their boss, Gui Hu.

Long Tian had to exert considerable effort. Gui Hu's strength was at least at the Nascent Soul level, one realm above him.

At this moment, Gui Hu saw an opportunity and kicked Long Tian, sending him sprawling backward.

With the aid of lightning, Long Tian quickly regained his composure. Yet, as he was about to refocus on Gui Hu, he glanced behind him and saw on a distance with Li Yue'er lying on the ground, blood streaming from her body.

His eyes widened, but before he could react, an attack came from behind.

"Gotcha!" Gui Hu grinned, swinging his sword toward Long Tian's shoulder.

But when it struck Long Tian's shoulder, the sword merely grazed his skin and caused a minor scratch.

His eyes widened in disbelief. "What the hell?!" he exclaimed.

Everyone watching was equally incredulous. Gui Hu's sword had clearly hit Long Tian, yet it had done no harm.

Meanwhile, Long Tian glanced behind him, anger etched on his face.

Simultaneously, thunder rumbled in the sky, striking Gui Hu. However, he managed to evade it, moving like an illusion.

"Hehe, are you angry that your little girl is dead? I'll make sure you suffer the same fate," he sneered.

Long Tian reclaimed his Uchigatana and lunged at Gui Hu once more, accompanied by lightning bolts striking in various directions.

The sounds of the intense battle continued.

However, in the midst of this fight, Li Yue'er, unnoticed by anyone, began to be shrouded in darkness. She slowly rose to her feet with the aid of the dark energy.

A few seconds later, the stab wounds on her body started regenerating through mysterious dark energy. With each passing moment, her eyes slowly opened, with pupils as dark as the night.

Her innocent face had transformed into an icy countenance, her gaze as sharp as someone who had experienced countless battles.

Dark energy cloaked her body, giving her an elegant yet ominous appearance. Her hand moved, and the sword on the ground was enveloped in darkness, floating into her grasp.

As Li Yue'er touched the ground, dark energy continued to emanate from her.

Unbeknownst to anyone, she suddenly appeared behind one of the bandits, her sword gleaming with moonlight.

In the next moment, her hand moved with incredible speed, and when she stopped, the man in front of her had been dismembered into multiple pieces!