Beast Taming: Slaughter Atlas-Chapter 471 - 417: Zhang Yuyan’s Transformation

Zhang Yuyan nearly cried out in surprise at Chu Chen’s calm response.

"You mustn’t act so recklessly."

"Don’t worry, I know what I’m doing. Now that Yan Xiang is dead, surely someone will take his place."

Surprised by his words, Zhang Yuyan quickly asked, "Do you intend to rise to power?"

"Why not."

Hearing his affirmative answer, Zhang Yuyan’s shock deepened.

She took a deep breath to calm her inner turmoil and, after pondering for a moment, said in a low voice, "It’s not impossible. As long as we annihilate these beasts, Bai Pianjiang will certainly consider it seriously."

Chu Chen looked at the battlefield and said in a deep voice, "There’s no rush. Let’s deal with these small fry first." With that, he summoned Feng Shuang and Cage to join the battle.

Once Feng Shuang appeared, it held nothing back and immediately unleashed a Furious Blizzard.

With a rumbling sound, large swaths of Star Beasts fell like wheat being harvested.

Cage, seeing this, didn’t exert its full power. It simply tossed out a few water balls and fireballs to eliminate any stragglers.

Witnessing the rise in Slaughter Value, Chu Chen couldn’t help but smile with satisfaction.

Nirvana and Lei Yao didn’t engage in combat, but they weren’t idle either; they were collecting blood, souls, and the corpses of Monarch-level Star Beasts.

Since entering King Level, Nirvana’s ability to control the Undead had greatly increased; it could now command up to a terrifying two hundred thousand Undead.

Meaning Nirvana had devoured as many as two hundred thousand Undead.

With the two beasts joining, the battle ended quickly. In just a few minutes, the remaining beasts were entirely annihilated.

At this moment, a man with a dark face approached Zhang Yuyan, bowed slightly, and said in a low voice, "Thank you, Commander Zhang, for avenging Commander Yan. We would like to return to the camp and lay Yan Xiang to rest."

This dark-faced man was Ye Zimo, Yan Xiang’s number one commander, and he was at Monarch-level Peak strength.

One could say that Ye Zimo was Yan Xiang’s confidant, and he carried out many unsavory deeds for him.

Zhang Yuyan was about to nod in agreement. After all, in her view, the main culprit was dead, and there was no need to trouble these commanders further.

Chu Chen quickly interjected, "Brother Ye, you’re mistaken. Commander Yan’s revenge is only halfway. How could he rest in peace knowing that?"

Ye Zimo frowned slightly and said, "This young brother makes a valid point. But with those one hundred thousand Star Beasts nearing, staying here would be tantamount to throwing ourselves against a chariot, resulting in our downfall without avenging him. I’m sure Commander Yan wouldn’t want to see that happen." 𝓯𝙧𝙚𝒆𝙬𝙚𝒃𝙣𝙤𝒗𝓮𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

Many nodded in agreement with his reasoning.

Chu Chen, however, remained unfazed and said, "Brother Ye, you’re overthinking. I would never gamble with my brothers’ lives. Since I dare to pursue vengeance for Commander Yan, I naturally have a plan. Rest assured, if you stay and fight together, not only will you avenge Commander Yan, but you’ll also gain significant military merit."

Hearing this, Ye Zimo and the others became visibly tense.

This young man clearly harbors ulterior motives, trying to drag them into the fray.

Yan Xiang’s death was suspicious, and Zhang Yuyan now holds the highest authority. Without her permission, they dare not leave.

Choosing to leave would violate military discipline, giving them a justification to slay me on the spot.

Realizing this, Ye Zimo’s face grew darker, but he forced a smile and asked in a low voice, "Your proposal is tempting, young brother. How exactly do you plan to do this?"

Chu Chen knew he was testing him, but with Zhang Yuyan in command, he had nothing to hide.

"This matter is confidential for now. But rest assured, I’ve shared the plan with the Madam, and she’s quite satisfied with it. If you have further questions, feel free to ask her," Chu Chen said with a smile.

Ye Zimo’s face grew bleaker, realizing they were using Zhang Yuyan against him, yet he had no power to resist and had to unwillingly comply.

"Since the Madam is aware, we trust her judgment. We will certainly follow orders to avenge Commander Yan."

Zhang Yuyan nodded in satisfaction, "Good, you are indeed loyal and righteous. Commander Yan would be greatly comforted if he knew."

Ye Zimo’s response was strained and unnatural.

Zhang Yuyan wasted no time, immediately beginning to reorganize the defenses, awaiting the beast army’s arrival.

After everything was in place, Zhang Yuyan approached Chu Chen and quietly asked, "Ye Zimo and his men are now less than thirty percent of their strength, and with Yan Xiang dead, why keep them?"

Chu Chen scanned the surroundings, ensuring no one was watching, before replying softly, "It’s true Yan Xiang is dead, but Ye Zimo is no saint either. With his considerable strength, who would have a better chance to take Yan Xiang’s place if they safely return?"

Zhang Yuyan suddenly realized that Ye Zimo, being Yan Xiang’s confidant, was greatly trusted by the military. If Bai Lei had to choose between him and Chu Chen for Yan Xiang’s position, Bai Lei would likely choose Ye Zimo without hesitation.

If Ye Zimo became Grand Commander, it would just be another Yan Xiang.

Realizing this, Zhang Yuyan’s face turned colder as she said coldly to Chu Chen, "When the battle starts, find an opportunity to kill all of Yan Xiang’s commanders."

Chu Chen was taken aback, not expecting Zhang Yuyan to have learned so quickly. From being indecisive to becoming decisively ruthless, she was a different person.

But what truly shocked him was that her ruthlessness surpassed his own.

Seeing Chu Chen’s expression, Zhang Yuyan guessed his thoughts, blushing slightly, she explained in a low voice, "Since Ye Zimo is a threat, the other commanders will be too. It’s better to eliminate those who threaten you."

Chu Chen nodded, "Yes, you’re quite right. I’m pleased with your rapid growth. In the army, strength reigns supreme. Before you have absolute power, surviving requires being more ruthless than your enemies."

Zhang Yuyan sighed deeply before replying solemnly, "I understand."

Just then, a scout hurried over.

"Grand Commander, the beast army is nearing."

Zhang Yuyan nodded, then stood and addressed her subordinate commanders, "Prepare for battle. The beast army approaches. Do not take action without my command."

The ten commanders responded with a "Yes."

Zhang Yuyan gestured for them to withdraw.

After they left, Zhang Yuyan said to Chu Chen, "I’ll leave the rest to you. Make it convincing, and when the monster army enters the ambush, we will annihilate them."

"Rest assured, the rest is in my hands."