Summary
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Ning Fan is reincarnated into a brutal war-torn world and activates the "God of Slaughter System" after his first kill. He gains experience and martial arts techniques with each enemy defeated, quickly leveling up and gaining new abilities. He quickly realizes he is in a high-martial arts world plagued by an invasion from the Northern Barbarians.
Ning Fan gathers a small group of exiled soldiers, inspiring them with promises of a better future and a chance to escape their lowly status. He strategically leads them on a night raid against a Northern Barbarian camp, achieving a significant victory and establishing the core of his 'Beggars' Army.' He declares that they will fight for themselves, not the corrupt court.
Ning Fan uncovers a map of Central Plains defenses and realizes there's high-level corruption. He uses this information to his advantage and confronts General Liu Futong, who had betrayed the soldiers. After killing Liu Futong and consolidating his power, Ning Fan obtains a position as a fourth-rank guerrilla general, gaining control of Ancheng city, which becomes the first territory for his Beggars' Army.
Ning Fan faces opposition from local dignitaries in Ancheng who were involved in framing his family. He brutally eliminates them, seizing their wealth and resources to expand his army. His actions solidify his authority and provide the necessary funds for his growing forces, surprising Commander Xiao, who initially tried to manipulate him. Ning Fan demonstrates his fearless and strategic approach.
Ning Fan's rapid ascent and ruthless methods draw the attention of the Prince of Zhenbei, who attempts to recruit or eliminate him. Ning Fan also encounters Qingying, a Holy Maiden from the Demon Heart Sect, who tries to use seductive arts and a sleeping potion on him, but he proves immune due to his system's 'Invulnerability to All Poisons' ability. Ning Fan learns of her sect's larger plans for rebellion against the Great Zhou Emperor.
Ning Fan confronts Fan Wushuang, a general under the Prince of Zhenbei, who was responsible for the downfall of Ning Fan's family. He also faces the Prince of Zhenbei's heir, Yang Qingyun, during which he brutally kills Fan Wushuang and his men. The Northern Mang Crown Prince, Li Xingcai, launches a massive 300,000-strong army to besiege Ancheng, specifically targeting Ning Fan. Ning Fan, with his 10,000-strong Beggars' Army, defends the city and, through a daring night raid, defeats and routs the Northern Mang forces, capturing tens of thousands of prisoners.
After his victory, Ning Fan brutally executes all Northern Mang prisoners, earning him the title of "Butcher" and further experience. His triumph at Ancheng causes a stir, and Commander Xiao is forced to acknowledge Ning Fan's power. Ning Fan then leads his elite troops deep into the grasslands, crushes the Northern Mang Royal Court, and kills their Grand Preceptor, further cementing his reputation and expanding his influence. He even takes Li Xingcai captive, forcing her to become his servant.
Ning Fan returns from his conquest of the Northern Mang Royal Court, having sent Mr. Fang ahead to inform Commander Xiao. He confronts the Prince of Zhenbei, who attempts to ambush and kill him. However, Ning Fan has anticipated this and uses the bewitched Yang Qingyun to expose the Prince's treachery. Ning Fan kills the Prince of Zhenbei and his forces, establishing his complete dominance in the Northern Territory. As a result of his unparalleled achievements, the Emperor bestows upon him the title of Marquis of Champion, and Ning Fan takes his rightful place as a central figure in the Great Zhou Dynasty.