The veteran struggled desperately with all four limbs, trying to break free, only to discover in horror that Li Xuancang's hand was like cast steel. No matter how much strength he used, he could not move an inch.
His Mid Body Tempering Stage cultivation was as fragile as a child's before Li Xuancang.
"Lord Li, Liu Dadao spoke without thinking. Please, for the sake of the many enemies he has killed, spare his life."
At that moment, Battalion Commander Liu Qingyun spoke loudly, pleading on Liu Dadao's behalf.
As soon as he finished speaking, those who had caught the signal in his eyes followed suit.
"My lord, Liu Dadao has killed many enemies. Even if he has no merit, he has endured hardship. Please spare him."
"My lord, Liu Dadao only acted on impulse and offended you. But his crime does not warrant death."
"Please show mercy, my lord, and spare Liu Dadao's life."
"..."
Li Xuancang swept his gaze around. There were quite a few people pleading for mercy, all of them Centurions, Squad Leaders, and Five-Man Leaders.
Li Xuancang's gaze was sharp as a blade as it swept over every veteran present. His voice was icy and bone-piercing, striking fear into their hearts.
"There is no room for disobedience in my military orders. I fought my way from an ordinary soldier to the rank of Thousand-Man Commander through blood and battle, commanding you by merit earned on the battlefield. Whoever dares defy orders will share his fate."
As his words fell, he exerted a slight force with his hand.
The scar-faced veteran convulsed in agony, his eyes filled with terror of death. He realized that Li Xuancang truly intended to kill him.
That trace of arrogance born from his seniority was utterly shattered, leaving behind only endless fear