Volcanic Eruption, the Power of Thousands of Nuclear Bombs

As Li Wei and his group closed in, the atmosphere at the crater grew abruptly tense. They had clearly come prepared, boasting not only a large number of men but also top-tier equipment. A sinister glint flickered in Li Wei's eyes; he was clearly determined to seize the "fruits of victory" that were within his grasp.

However, Liu Yun had been lying in wait, as dangerous as a venomous snake, making him a tricky target to eliminate.

"Hmph, Liu Yun, do you really think you can escape? I've rigged the entire volcano with explosives; let's see where you can hide now," Li Wei shouted, waving his hand to signal Kalon and Pan Ya to begin the setup.

It appeared they were still wary of Liu Yun leaping out from a corner to strike, so they chose not to split their forces to hunt him down, which would have given him an opening. Instead, they opted to use explosives to force him out.

The two Advanced War Generals took small C4 charges from their packs, carefully placing them at key points around the crater. These bombs were designed not to be detonated by the heat of the flames, and their power was meticulously calculated; once triggered, they would not only cause a localized collapse of the crater but also trigger a violent volcanic eruption. The resulting flames and shockwaves would be enough to leave any hidden enemy with nowhere to hide.

Hiding behind a massive boulder, Liu Yun observed everything through a gap, his heart filled with anxiety. They were going for a scorched-earth policy, intending to destroy this place entirely.

As his subordinates moved busily around the crater, the ticking of the C4 charges gradually merged into an ominous melody, signaling the impending crisis. Liu Yun's heartbeat accelerated; he knew full well that the power of these bombs was enough to turn this entire area into ash. The massive Undying Bird Egg before him, while incredibly precious, had become a heavy burden at this moment.

Give up? I can't believe I'm going to die here. Liu Yun asked himself repeatedly, but then he firmly shook his head. This was not just a matter of a treasure; it was about his dignity and conviction as a warrior. He could not simply hand over the fruits of victory, nor could he let the schemes of Li Wei and his cohorts succeed.

I must find a breakthrough! Liu Yun gritted his teeth, his gaze sweeping rapidly across his surroundings in search of a possible escape route. He noticed that although the crater was filled with bombs, it was not without flaws.

If he utilized the terrain correctly, he figured he might have a chance at survival even if the volcano erupted.

Just as Liu Yun was calculating his options, Li Wei's voice rang out again, laced with a hint of smugness and provocation: "Liu Yun, stop your futile struggle. Your retreat has been completely sealed off. You'd better come out obediently; perhaps I'll leave you a way to live."

Upon hearing this, a cold sneer curled the corners of Liu Yun's lips. He knew Li Wei was testing his hand and trying to exert psychological pressure. But Liu Yun had never been one to yield easily.

"You want my life? Then let's see if you have the ability to take it!" Liu Yun stood up abruptly, revealing his position to them. At the same time, his Scale-Reversing War Blade remained hidden in the crevice of the rocks, waiting like a viper for a lethal opportunity.

They wouldn't detonate the C4 charges while they were still in the crater; after all, the resulting volcanic eruption would be equivalent to thousands of nuclear weapons exploding at once. Even they could not contend with the power of heaven and earth, and they would be reduced to dust in an instant.

Seeing this, Li Wei's lips curled into a cruel smile, as if he had already foreseen Liu Yun's defeat.

"Haha, Liu Yun, you finally showed your tail! Today, I'll let you know that it's best not to be too arrogant; you'll die for it sooner or later."

His words were filled with the joy of a successful scheme, as if victory were already in his grasp.

However, those words were perhaps better suited for himself; being too arrogant was destined to lead to a bad end.

Kalon and Pan Ya, hearing this, seemed as if they had been injected with adrenaline, their eyes flashing with bloodlust. Since the target had come out, things would be easy to handle.

They quickly adjusted their formation, moving left and right to pounce on Liu Yun in a pincer movement. Their movements were agile and synchronized, clearly the result of countless real-combat drills that allowed for such seamless coordination.

However, Liu Yun did not show the slightest panic. Just as Kalon and Pan Ya were about to close in, Liu Yun suddenly moved, flashing out from behind the boulder like a ghost. His speed was so fast it was dizzying.

The Scale-Reversing War Blade, hidden nearby, traced a brilliant arc through the air, heading straight for Kalon. This strike contained all his strength and determination, aimed at a single, decisive blow.

Kalon's expression shifted slightly, but he was a battle-hardened warrior after all, and his reaction was swift. He quickly dodged to the side, barely avoiding Liu Yun's lethal strike. Even so, he was grazed by the sharp blade aura, leaving a shallow wound on his chest.

"What a despicable coward!"

On the other side, seeing Liu Yun attack Kalon, Pan Ya did not show weakness. He roared, swinging the heavy weapon in his hand and smashing it violently toward Liu Yun. The weapon whistled through the air, as if it could tear the very atmosphere apart.

Liu Yun let out a cold snort and moved again, choosing to dodge this time. He used his agile footwork to weave through the complex terrain of the crater, evading Pan Ya's heavy blows. At the same time, he did not forget to look for an opportunity to counterattack.

As time passed, the battle between the three grew increasingly intense. The crater echoed with the clashing of metal and the alternating roars of both sides. Every exchange was filled with the tension and thrill of life-or-death stakes.

However, just as the battle was in full swing, a plan suddenly formed in Liu Yun's mind. He noticed that although Li Wei and his men had set the C4 charges, their attention was currently entirely focused on him, which undoubtedly gave him an opening.

As long as I use my Psychic Power to snatch the bomb detonator and trigger the explosives, these people will all die!

This thought flashed through Liu Yun's mind, and his eyes instantly became exceptionally firm. He knew this would be a gamble with his life, but he had no other choice; he had to go all in.

In the blink of an eye, Liu Yun mobilized the War God-level Psychic Power hidden deep within his body. He rarely used this power because it was too overwhelming, and a slight lapse in control could lead to disaster. But now, to turn the tide, he had to give it his all.

Liu Yun's eyes snapped open, his pupils swirling as if containing stars, and an invisible force instantly enveloped the entire crater. Li Wei, Kalon, and Pan Ya all felt this sudden pressure, and they couldn't help but feel terrified, their momentum stalling as a result.

"Young Master, watch out!"

Kalon and Pan Ya shouted in unison. They had guessed Liu Yun's target, assuming he was going to kill Li Wei.

However, it was already too late. Relying on the immense power of his Psychic Power, Liu Yun instantly broke through Li Wei's defenses and snatched the bomb detonator.

"Beep!"

Liu Yun pressed the switch without hesitation. At that moment, the air in the crater seemed to freeze. Everyone held their breath, followed by a violent explosion and the total eruption of the volcano—a power that shook the heavens and the earth, enough to make even a War God turn pale.

The volcano erupted violently, the force blowing away half of the crater. Countless bolts of lightning and a powerful shockwave swept across everything on the volcano; no one within the crater could escape their fate.