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"Defeating you means I can take over as the Black Thunder Captain?"
The three thousand troops in the training ground were momentarily stunned by the statement. Vice-Captain Geng Xiong's eyes lit up immediately upon hearing it.
In his view, although Mo Yu was a clan member raised outside the clan and might possess some talent, his strength couldn't possibly amount to much. While the Patriach Lei Ying had shown favor to Mo Yu, outsiders might suspect that even the Patriach could misjudge someone's worth.
Moreover, Geng's Clan had been vying to replace Mo's Clan for years, and Geng Xiong had been eyeing the Black Thunder Captain position with particular greed. Hearing Mo Yu's words now, he couldn't remain calm.
The training grounds became subtly restless.
The three thousand soldiers wore looks of shock, muttering among themselves, clearly stunned by the challenge Mo Yu had issued.
Even the division captains of the Black Thunder Banner standing beside Geng Xiong were momentarily dumbfounded. After exchanging glances, they saw traces of absurdity reflected in each other's eyes.
What sort of strength did Mo Yu possess to make such an audacious claim? They knew that Geng Xiong had been coveting this position for quite some time.
However, they didn't think Mo Yu was a fool. Since the Patriach favored him, he clearly wasn't some reckless, incompetent nobody. This implied that he must have some special ability—something that gave him the confidence to issue such a bold challenge.
Lei Qingning lightly bit her lip, her charming eyes flashing with contemplation.
This new captain seemed to harbor the ambition of uniting their Black Thunder Banner's three thousand troops. His challenge might have been a tempting bait to accomplish that goal.
What audacity.
Though she didn't know what Mo Yu relied on, his displayed poise surprised her. Truly worthy of being the captain handpicked by the Patriach.
Meanwhile, Mang Dian's eyes flickered with thought. Having known Mo Yu for two years, he was well aware of the latter's talent and cunning.
In Mang Dian's estimation, Mo Yu had likely broken through to the Dou Zun stage by now. If that were the case, he might not be at a disadvantage against Geng Xiong.
Of course, Mang Dian thought that achieving Dou Zun within two years was already monstrous—especially considering Mo Yu had grown up outside the clan and hadn't benefited much from its resources.
But if Mang Dian learned that Mo Yu had already reached the five-star Dou Zun level, he would undoubtedly be shocked speechless.
At this moment, Geng Xiong's gaze flickered before his eyes locked in determination. A cold smile played across his lips as he slowly stepped forward.
"If the Captain insists, then don't blame me for being rude," Geng Xiong sneered.
"However, I hope the Captain keeps his word and voluntarily steps down to request reassignment from the Patriach afterward. After all, none of us would dare offend our superior in front of the Patriach."
With a leap, Geng Xiong landed on the high platform, his landing shaking the ground slightly. His deep, thunderous voice rolled through the air like crashing lightning.
Taking a step forward, his body erupted with a torrent of gray lightning, bursting forth like a flood. His previously slender frame grew rapidly, and within moments, he transformed into a three-zhang-tall thunder giant.
"Black Thunder Captain, be cautious. Geng Xiong practices our Lei Clan's advanced Dou Technique, Minor Thunder Avatar. It's extremely powerful—enough to best even some three-star Dou Zuns," Mo Feng whispered with concern.
Mo Yu nodded faintly, his gaze steady as he observed Geng Xiong's massive thunder-imbued form. Calmly, he replied, "Don't worry. If he can defeat me, I'll resign as the Black Thunder Captain myself. At that point, I doubt anyone else would be more suitable for the role."
"But if he wants to claim the position, he'll have to beat me first."
"Ha! Then I thank the Captain for his generosity," Geng Xiong chuckled coldly, dismissing Mo Yu's confidence as empty words.
In his mind, only a handful of Lei Clan youths could confidently defeat him. And this Mo Yu—an outsider—might have some talent but ultimately lacked the resources to grow. How strong could he possibly be?
With this thought, gray lightning surged across Geng Xiong's skin, forming patches of dark lightning marks over his flesh.
A powerful and indomitable aura spread outward.
Wasting no time, Geng Xiong unleashed his full power.
The soldiers beyond the training grounds all fixed their eyes on the scene.
They were eager to see whether the new Captain could defeat the well-regarded Vice-Captain, Geng Xiong.
If Mo Yu lost, his already thin authority would crumble further.
Feeling the oppressive power emanating from Geng Xiong, Mo Yu remained unfazed. To him, even a nine-star Dou Zun would struggle to defeat him without special means, let alone a mere two-star Dou Zun.
"Minor Thunder Avatar! Mystic Thunder Demon Spear!"
With a sharp shout, Geng Xiong's expression turned serious. Rolling waves of Dou Qi surged around him, condensing into a massive gray lightning spear spanning hundreds of feet. Its sharpness exuded an indestructible aura.
Clearly, Geng Xiong intended to finish this fight decisively with his strongest move.
Clang!
As the gray lightning spear took form, it descended with the terrifying might of a demon god, shaking the air and sending ripples of energy across the training ground.
What shocked the crowd, however, was that Mo Yu remained motionless, his expression calm as he watched the overwhelming attack.
"What is he doing? Has he given up?" Mo Feng bit her lip, her expression tense.
Geng Xiong's move was something only a select few among the Lei Clan's younger generation could withstand. Mo Yu's apparent nonchalance—was it confidence or mere bravado?
"Such a terrifying attack... Can the new Captain withstand it?"
All the soldiers of the Black Thunder Banner held their breath, their nerves stretched taut. Under this crushing energy, even the vast training ground seemed insignificant.
Meanwhile, Xiao Yixian and Qing Lin exchanged glances, faint smiles playing on their lips.
They knew Mo Yu's strength well. While Geng Xiong wasn't weak, he was far from being a threat to Mo Yu.
If not for the need to demonstrate his power and solidify his authority over the Black Thunder Banner, Mo Yu wouldn't even need to lift a finger against such insignificant opponents.
As varied thoughts churned in everyone's minds, the long-awaited clash finally began to unfold.
"Hmph, arrogant fool. The Black Thunder Captain's title belongs to me!"
Geng Xiong's face darkened as he roared, channeling even more Dou Qi into his spear. Its power surged once more as it descended with a deafening roar!
As the demonic spear entered Mo Yu's range of a hundred feet, he finally lifted his hand slowly under countless gazes.
Seeing Mo Yu intending to catch the Thunder Demon Spear barehanded, Geng Xiong's face twisted into a cold smile.
"Such petty tricks," Mo Yu said with a disdainful smile before letting out a cold shout.
"Break!"
As his voice fell, a deafening roar exploded within the Black Thunder training grounds, as if announcing the dawn of a new chapter for the Black Thunder Banner.
The thunderous explosion reverberated across the stone platform, drawing every gaze toward the battlefield.
Amid the chaos, the gray Thunder Demon Spear hovered menacingly above Mo Yu's head, exuding a terrifying aura of power. Geng Xiong's attack, renowned for its strength, was among the best in the entire Black Demon Army.
Yet, under the spear's imposing presence, Mo Yu slowly extended his right hand and gripped the enormous spear tip firmly.
With a cold shout, an overwhelming invisible pressure surged forth, crashing against the spear. The terrifying force caused Geng Xiong's face to twist in shock as he felt an eruption of volcanic strength tearing through the air, producing piercing sonic booms.
What horrified Geng Xiong even more was the seemingly endless nature of this power. Like an unrelenting tide, it eroded the spear's integrity. And at the heart of this overwhelming force was none other than Mo Yu himself.
"Crack!"
Moments later, faint cracks began to appear on the surface of the gray Thunder Demon Spear.
Seeing this, Geng Xiong's pupils contracted. He hurriedly poured all his Dou Qi into the spear, draining his reserves entirely. Yet the weapon, now riddled with flaws like a breached dam, teetered on the verge of complete collapse.
A faint smirk curved Mo Yu's lips.
"Boom!"
His palm tightened around the Thunder Demon Spear.
"Crack!"
With his crushing grip, the spear, filled with terrifying energy, began to twist violently, as though an enormous invisible hand were squeezing it with unimaginable force.
"Shatter!"
The twisting intensified until, under Mo Yu's calm command, the Thunder Demon Spear shattered into countless fragments with a deafening explosion.
The spear's destruction triggered a massive energy storm, which swept across the training grounds like a hurricane. Geng Xiong's body was violently flung backward. He skidded across the ground for several hundred meters before finally stabilizing himself, his face ashen.
His arms, stripped of flesh, revealed white bone, while his aura was so weak that he appeared on the verge of death. Moments later, Geng Xiong lost consciousness.
Outside the battlefield, the soldiers of the Black Thunder Banner stared in stunned silence. Even Lei Qingning and Lei Shi were momentarily dazed.
Geng Xiong, whose strength allowed him to challenge a three-star Dou Zun, had been defeated by Mo Yu in a single strike.
"This… Is this the terrifying power of our new Captain?"
The shock lingered on the faces of the three thousand soldiers of the Black Thunder Banner, and a sense of awe and submission began to take root in their hearts.
In the Lei Clan, strength reigned supreme, and Mo Yu's overwhelming defeat of Geng Xiong showcased his unmatched power. How could such dominance not inspire reverence and loyalty?
Mang Dian's face was filled with astonishment and delight. While he had known of Mo Yu's exceptional talent and extraordinary bloodline, seeing him effortlessly defeat Geng Xiong, a warrior with significant renown in the Lei Clan, still left him deeply shaken.
"It seems the Patriach's decision and Uncle's recommendation were spot on. The Captain truly is a monster..." Mang Dian thought, his admiration and fervor for Mo Yu growing with every passing moment.
Mo Feng and Mo Tao were similarly stunned. Only when a light breeze brushed their faces did they finally regain their senses.
"No wonder clan leader Cangxuan entrusted the position of clan leader to the Black Thunder Captain. His strength is truly remarkable," Mo Feng murmured.
To have so easily defeated Geng Xiong, Mo Yu's strength was undoubtedly at least at the level of a five-star Dou Zun. If he had been raised in the Lei Clan and enjoyed its abundant resources, he might even rival the Four Generals of the Black Demon Army.
It was clear now that Mo Yu was the most qualified candidate to lead the Mo Clan back to glory.
Amid the astonished gazes and respectful murmurs, Mo Yu remained calm. His gaze shifted from the unconscious Geng Xiong to the trio of Mang Dian, Lei Qingning, and Lei Shi.
These three, being just below Geng Xiong in rank, naturally possessed considerable strength. Among them, Mang Dian was someone Mo Yu was especially familiar with.
"Swear loyalty to me, and I'll ensure that within three years, all of you will break through to the Dou Zun realm," Mo Yu declared in a flat tone.
His words caused the trio's hearts to tremble.
"Although you are all at the peak of Dou Zong, your Dou Di bloodline isn't particularly pure, making it difficult to break through to Dou Zun. But I, coming from the declining Mo Clan, have risen to this level, proving I possess extraordinary methods.
Of course, it doesn't matter if you refuse. I merely offered because I appreciate your potential. This opportunity will not come again."
Hearing this, Mang Dian immediately stepped forward, bowing respectfully. "Subordinate Mang Dian pledges loyalty to the Captain and will follow his lead from now on."
Having already admired Mo Yu, Mang Dian was the first to swear fealty, especially given the enticing promise of advancing to Dou Zun.
Lei Qingning and Lei Shi exchanged glances. Seeing Geng Xiong unconscious and weighing the allure of breaking through to Dou Zun, they made up their minds. Relaxing their shoulders, they respectfully cupped their fists.
"Greetings to the Captain. From now on, we pledge our loyalty to you."
Mo Yu's expression remained indifferent as he observed the trio. His gaze then turned to the three thousand soldiers of the Black Thunder Banner.
"And you?" he asked, his voice calm yet commanding.
"Greetings to the Captain! From now on, we pledge our loyalty to you!"
With a deafening roar, the three thousand Black Thunder Banner soldiers knelt on one knee, their voices thundering across the skies in unison, echoing endlessly.
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