The Legend of the Devil
Ch. 198 - A Vengeance

Three days before the arrival of the group of Bloodthirsty and wealth-hungry Killing Wolves, a tense atmosphere enveloped the village. The villagers were anxious and afraid that the fate of those who returned depended on the cruelty of the looters.

Amidst Xue Zhan's preparations and the resistance group to face the Killing Wolf, the village was struck by an unexpected quarrel. Residents who had not known Xue Zhan accused him of being one of the subordinates of the group they were fighting against.

As the three walked out of the wine shop, several men in their 40s intercepted their way and said they wanted their property returned because it was their right.

Some of them felt suspicious and disbelief towards Xue Zhan's presence, regarding him as a spy or traitor working for the Killing Wolf. Fear and insecurity made the villagers suspect each other and led to tensions that culminated in a dispute. Several people began to gather on the street to see the dispute.

"I don't want to know, maybe with your friends you can do as you please but now you're alone. If you want to fight with me, I'll fight. Give me back all my money if you don't want to die today."

One of them chimed in because he was stuck. "I wouldn't hesitate to kill you if you didn't give us our rights back immediately."

Tang Tim cut in between Xue Zhan and some of the residents who were emotionless.

"What the fuck, he came here to help us. Why are you corrupting him?"

"Where possible! The government won't bother taking care of a rat like you! Move aside."

Tang yin was pushed so hard that he fell.

Conflict began among the villagers. Arguments and accusations intertwined in every corner of the village, Some believed that Xue Zhan was really a member of the Killing Wolf, whereas others insisted on giving him a chance to prove his goodwill.

Xue Zhan knew that it was not easy to believe in foreigners especially if they were always getting threats and terror, it was important to gain the villagers' trust to fight the Killing Wolf as they could also help him execute his plan to get rid of the Killing Wolf.

He tried to explain his intentions and plans to them.

Yet some residents remain adamant on their skeptical views. They demanded evidence that he was completely uninvolved with the Killing Wolf and felt that Xue Zhan had to prove himself before they were willing to support him.

Fierce and emotional conversations occur, and it is difficult to reach a consensus. Tang Yin and her brother were furious at that.

Amidst the strife and distrust of the villagers towards Xue Zhan, a respected old man emerged as a wise voice. He is the most trusted person in the village, known for his wisdom and long life experience.

Wisely, he spoke to the villagers to give Xue Zhan a chance, viewing it as their chance to finally escape the ruthless grip of the Killing Wolf that had tortured them for so many years.

The old man stood in the middle of the tense crowd of villagers and with a voice of decisiveness.

"We have lived in fear for a long time. Will you live in the same state forever, until your grandchildren?"

Everyone stared at each other. Even the residents who were peeking out from behind the windows fell silent.

The man stressed that they have been living in fear and injustice for years, and that there is currently someone who offers hope and opportunity for change.

Sometimes they have to take risks to achieve better changes. He said that if they remain in distrust and allow misunderstandings to prevail, they may miss the rare opportunity to end their suffering.

The old man begged them to give Xue Zhan a chance, because maybe that was the best way they had to break free from the constant torment.

Slowly but surely, the wise words of the old man seeped into the hearts and minds of the villagers. They begin to consider and reflect on what has been said. They realize that in this life, no courage and change can come without risk. In their deep despair, they felt that it was possible that Xue Zhan was their last hope to end the torment they had endured.

Finally, with the encouragement and advice of the respected old man, the villagers agreed to give Xue Zhan a chance.

With the help of that man Xue Zhan finally managed to win the trust of the majority of the villagers. They realized that they all had the same enemies and that Xue Zhan was acting for good. Together, they put aside their differences and disagreements, banding together to fight the Killing Wolf.

Three days later, just as Xue Zhan had already said, the Killing Wolf and his army came back to the village. The villagers looked terrified.

On the usually crowded streets, now only hastened footsteps and whispers of fear were heard. The faces of the villagers were filled with anxiety and uneasiness.

The previously peaceful and serene village suddenly felt a sense of dread that struck as the news of the presence of the Killing Wolf army spread like wildfire devouring the dry forest. The atmosphere of the village changed drastically to tense and gripping.

On the streets, villagers were whispering with worried faces. They huddled in the market, looking through the merchandise with anxious looks. The sound of quick and hasty footsteps rang out at every corner. Some shops and homes have been shut tight, showing fear of a real threat.

Among the crowd, there was a group of people who had gathered secretly. They spoke in a sinister tone and whispered about the cruel acts committed by the Killing Wolf army. The fear lingered tightly in their hearts, how not, how many people had become victims of the group's cruelty.

The villagers held their breath. A few people who dared to approach the troops with their hearts pounding.

They pleaded for the generosity of the Killing Wolves but the cold and indifferent gazes of the Killing Wolves confirmed that they were completely indifferent to the suffering of all of them.

The death penalty for anyone who dared to resist caused fear to expand even further. The village that was once full of crowds and life was now filled with fear and despair. Villagers feel trapped in a slow-killing threat, hoping to become slightly extinct amid the darkness that threatens them.

After learning about the Slaying Wolf's behavior from the villagers, Xue Zhan began to think of a smarter plan to drive him out of the village.

The owner of the wine shop said that in this village they had a great blacksmith, who was, Xue Zhan immediately went to the weapons craftsman's house in the village and had them make some equipment that he would later use to perfect his plan to get rid of the Killing Wolf and his troops.

Luckily the craftsman had the same abilities as the rumors and was able to make strange things that he had thought of.

He also requested that the blacksmith make some weapons and protective suits for the villagers to use. But that doesn't mean they have to get into a fight. After seeing for themselves the condition of the men in the skinny, helpless village, Xue Zhan was reluctant to ask them to join a real fight. That sounds very dangerous to him. Those three days he made the best use of it to complete all his plans.

At sunset, the village fell silent, as if giving in to shackling fear. The gripping atmosphere continues and haunts the villagers, keeping them awake in a night filled with darkness and uncertainty.

After all his weapons and equipment were ready, Xue Zhan gave an announcement to the entire village. When the Shadow Wolves reappeared they would together finish off the group and make them run away.

Xue Zhan and the weapon craftsman set the strategy. The Tang Brothers also took part in the planning of the rebellion that they never thought of for life.

Xue Zhan was indeed a little crazier than them.

Evening before, but the cool air does not give peace at all. Dozens of villagers gathered after days and even months of confinement inside their homes.

They knew the Shadow Wolf would come back tomorrow. However Xue Zhan made sure they did not have to pay 15 more gold coins.

The desolate and desolate village road became even more crowded as the army of Killing Wolves came. There were guards on the side of the road, while the villagers were hiding behind the doors and windows of their wooden houses. The sound of footsteps and the movement of the iron armor resounded loudly in the air, creating a sense of fear for the villagers.

They began to move forward with heavy strides, intimidating the villagers with every move. They will certainly seize the property of the population by force, stealing food and valuables. From behind the windows, the eyes of the residents stared filled with fear and despair.

In the midst of the army, there was a big and fat man leading them.

The man had a sharp face and was drowned between his fat skin, making him look like a lump of meat compared to a true Killing Wolf. His sharp eyes stared at each house with a gaze full of threats, and his sadistic smile gave the villagers goosebumps.

Meanwhile, some citizens were peering out of the window, trying not to attract the attention of the Killing Wolf army.

When the Killing Wolf and his army reached the front of the village, Xue Zhan and the weapon craftsmen began the action.

As the Wolf Killer army reached the middle of the city road, from the houses on the side of the road appeared dozens of weapons that were at first glance like cannons but made pottery with metal and wood. Nevertheless it was made beyond ten. Then from each side of the road dozens of young men covered in thick armor and weapons began to arrive to drive the way in and out.

The Killing Wolf and his army looked surprised at that. "What the fuck is this dairy cow? Why are they so brave to oppose me? They didn't know what would happen if they did this?!"

Get on the blackhead immediately.

For a moment the residents began to be frightened by the voice full of anger.

The Killing Wolf instantly ruled to attack with its full weapon.

"You trying to trick me?! How could anyone be able to create a firearm in a single night only with a scrap metal capital?! You will not be able to buy it, even buying my fear will not be able to! How dare he act so arrogantly in front of me, you will all get the consequences!" the man's heavy wrath until the skin of his cheeks flushed out. A weapon as expensive as that makes no sense if it is owned by a destitute village like this. He himself could not have collected it.

The Killing Wolf and his army finally instantly realized that they had been deceived, they were enraged and searched around in this rebellion. But they can't find it anywhere.

Some people started to wonder what happened next and where Xue Zhan was. The young men in full protective armor began to retreat as the army of Killing Wolves began to press forward with weapons.

"Indeed you can't buy the real one, but the explosion can make you grin until the burrow."

The voice appeared suddenly, the Killing Wolf traveled the entire place with the tail of its eyes and its breath instantly choked. Someone was behind him.