Bai Ze, butcher!
What of it?
The court ordered the four commanderies of Jingzhou to dispatch troops to attack Yu Province. Has Yong’an Commandery not followed orders?
As for the ten-day deadline, it was set by Bai Ze, not the court. What’s there to fear?
Moreover, Hongtu is not a remnant of the sects. Others tremble at the re ntion of the Inspectorate, but being at the peak of second grade, why should he fear them?
This is why he dares to be so reckless.
If it reaches His Majesty, he might cry a bit, plead his case, and perhaps receive so sympathy and comfort.
Everyone knows that the crying child gets the milk!
"Good, good, truly good!"
Bai Ze laughed angrily, his fury reaching its peak, and his murderous gaze now had no restraint.
The people from these commanderies simply don’t take the Inspectorate seriously.
Ultimately, it’s because their ancestors had rits and their strength is formidable, so they act with impunity.
"Alright, that’s enough, the battle is close at hand, and before fighting the enemy, we’re already having internal strife? Then let’s not fight at all, go ho!"
The speaker was the Commander-in-Chief of Fenglin Commandery, Ou Yezi, also at the peak of second grade.
At this mont, he dug his ear lazily.
"Hey, Old Ou, I don’t want it to be like this, but there’s nothing I can do. Didn’t you see Marshal Bai’s gaze? It chilled my liver." Hongtu feigned a grievance.
"Yes, Bai Ze, restrain yourself. This isn’t your Inspectorate, and we’re not your subordinates. This is... not good! Very bad!"
Ou Yezi, with an attitude like he’s advising for their own good, almost drove Bai Ze to fury!
As for the remaining commanders of the two commanderies, though silent, they watched the spectacle with amused faces.
The four commanderies of Jingzhou are intricately connected, practically inseparable.
Bai Ze had anticipated this long ago, but didn’t expect them to be so brazen, not considering him as the Commander-in-Chief.
"Indeed, I also think this is bad."
At this mont, a voice ca from outside, and soon a middle-aged man in white appeared—it was Bai Qi.
"And I believe if His Majesty knew of your conduct, he wouldn’t be pleased either."
At this mont, his gaze swept over the four, but even with His Majesty’s na cited, these n remained unyielding.
"Hmph!"
Bai Qi snorted coldly in his heart, and in the next mont, a yellow imperial decree appeared in his hand as he shouted, "Convey His Majesty’s decree: Jingzhou’s four commanderies must unconditionally cooperate with Bai Ze, or face punishnt for treason!"
"What?"
The four imdiately couldn’t sit still, staring intently at the decree in Bai Qi’s hand.
"What now? Surely you four don’t think I have the gall to forge this?" Bai Ze taunted, and then shouted, "Why aren’t you accepting the decree?"
"Yes! We respectfully comply with His Majesty’s decree!"
Though unwilling, the four had no choice but to compromise and accept the decree.
At this mont, Bai Ze felt a clear sense of relief, his previous anger dissipated. When sending Huang Yun to the four commanderies initially, he had already prepared and let Bai Qi consult National Preceptor Qi Lin.
To obtain this decree.
Otherwise, he really couldn’t make these people comply.
"Jingzhou’s four commanderies, receive orders. The army will rest for a day and march the day after!" Bai Ze commanded.
Too many days have been wasted; they must swiftly reach Celestial Water Commandery, but there is still one more task to complete before going.
"Understood! We’re leaving!"
The four replied perfunctorily and then departed the camp.
Outside the camp!
"Hmph, this is outrageous; he dared to use His Majesty against us! This bastard is really a dog!"
The Commander-in-Chief of Yunmo Commandery, Jiang Ke, who had been silent, arrogantly cursed.
Though he hadn’t reached the peak of second grade, he was only in his early thirties, and according to his father, he even had a chance at first grade.
This was his source of arrogance.
"Brother Jiang, won’t you be a bit more discreet; everyone can hear you." Ghost Crane, Commander-in-Chief of Hai Ze Commandery, clad in black, chuckled.
"So what?"
Jiang Ke shrugged indifferently, wanting the two brothers to hear, as if challenging them.
The four commanderies stood as one. Even if fighting were necessary, they wouldn’t fear.
Moreover, each of their families had illustrious battle rits.
In Great Xia, they feared only His Majesty; no one else had the qualification!
"Enough, let’s keep appearances, since His Majesty’s decree is here. Let’s head to my place to discuss what cos next!"
Hongtu interrupted the two n.
...
In the camp, Bai Ze’s brother naturally overheard the conversation, but...
"Let it go! Brother!"
These people are inherently troubleso; achieving this is satisfaction enough.
Bai Qi saw him about to anger again and could only advise him thus, then continued to ask, "You ntioned in the letter that Xuan Er received a disciple, who possesses Divine Footwork?"
"Yes!"
"Hidden away by Ye Yilan, so tomorrow we’ll demand him!"
The more Chen Xuan ans to Xuan Er, the more Bai Ze refuses to let him go.
Once on the battlefield, it would be his word that carries weight.
If an incident arises, and he dies at the hands of the Loyal Army, it depends on Xuan Er’s ability to endure.
Others might think he’s solely focused on killing Xuan Er, but the true reason?
Xuan Er’s talent is too exceptional!
A once-in-a-century Spirit and Martial Dual Cultivation genius from Divine Movent Sect.
Especially a few days ago, he singlehandedly stord the Loyal Army camp, slaying two second grades, then departed gracefully.
This brought imnse pressure upon Bai Ze.
He suspects he might soon reach the first-grade realm.
More importantly, both he and Bai Qi are at the end of their paths as second-tier cultivators, as stated by National Preceptor Qi Lin himself.
Their enmity is deadly; once Xuan Er successfully breaks through to the first tier and masters Divine Techniques, even the Great Xia will be powerless against him, and his demise will likely co then.
This is likely his only chance.
Force him to act, and by then the entire Inspectorate can deal with him.
So, for himself and for the Bai Family, he must kill Xuan Er before he breaks through to the first tier.
...
Evening!
Today in the City Lord’s Mansion, Ye Yilan is lavishly entertaining the commanders of the four commanderies of Jingzhou.
Inside the room.
All sorts of rare delicacies and spirit wine were in abundance.
"Brother Ye, I have delayed for you by five whole days this ti, greatly offending Bai Ze. How will you thank ?" Bald Hongtu looked at Ye Yilan across the table with a smile.
Ye Yilan raised his cup, drank it all in one go, and thanked, "I owe Brother Hong a great debt this ti, as well as the other three; I will rember this favor. In the future, if there is anything you need, just say the word, and I will not delay!"
This was his arrangent.
Since knowing that Xuan Er would erge from seclusion in half a month, not only did he hide Chen Xuan in the City Lord’s Mansion, but he also contacted Hongtu, instructing him to delay a bit longer.
As long as Jingzhou’s troops have not arrived, Bai Ze can do nothing. Even if he knows Chen Xuan is hiding in the City Lord’s Mansion, he has no ti to cause trouble now.
After all, his mission this ti is to attack the Loyal Army and reclaim Yu Province.
"Just rember it!" That’s all Hongtu wanted. Of course, the most important thing was their interest in Xuan Er.
After all, Xuan Er’s strength was evident to all.
Killing second-tier cultivators was as easy as killing chickens.
If they ever encountered trouble that they couldn’t handle themselves, Xuan Er would be perfect.
This is why they took such a big risk to help Ye Yilan this ti.
"By the way, may I ask, what is your purpose in having us delay this ti?" This intrigued him greatly.
He couldn’t figure it out no matter how much he thought.
Even if it was Bai Ze, he could just ignore him. Is it because of Xuan Er? But His Majesty has already ordered his pardon.
"Ah, I won’t hide it from you, it’s for a young man." These people have been his friends for many years; otherwise, they wouldn’t have helped this ti.
So he didn’t hide it from them now, and they would know in a few days anyway.
There’s no need to keep it a secret.
"Oh...." Jiang Ke was imdiately interested and asked, "What kind of person can make you put in so much effort?"
"Hmm....maybe my future son-in-law! And also Xuan Er’s disciple."
"I see!"
Suddenly, the four of them understood that he had to intervene for both reasons.
"By the way, the army will be dispatched the day after tomorrow, so Bai Ze will probably take action tomorrow. You should be careful."
At this mont, Hongtu was also reminding him.
After all, they were well aware of the issues between Bai Ze and Xuan Er.
And seeing Ye Yilan’s actions, it was obvious Bai Ze also knew about Xuan Er’s disciple, so he would definitely make a move now.
The purpose was to anger Xuan Er, forcing him to act.
Then he would have a legitimate reason to strike against Xuan Er.
"Thanks, I’ve done everything I can, so there shouldn’t be a big problem."
Even if Elder Xuan cannot co out in ti, Bai Ze’s character would certainly cause a scene at the City Lord’s Mansion, but as long as he can’t find Chen Xuan, everything will be fine.
...
anwhile, Chen Xuan slowly opened his eyes in the small courtyard.
He observed the panel before him.
[Skill Points: 16575]
"So few!"
Looking at the skill points, he felt extrely helpless.
"Hmm?"
He noticed the cooldown ti for Divine Techniques had ended.
"The Nine Revolutions Secret Technique should be ready to evolve, right?"
He calculated in his mind; the ti should be about right.
No matter, he’ll know by trying.
"Divine Technique, evolve!" he shouted softly, and the next second, the familiar purple space appeared.
"Sure enough!"
Just as he expected, the Nine Revolutions Secret Technique (Zhen Realm) turned gold again.
"Evolve, Nine Revolutions Secret Technique (Zhen Realm)!"
Instantly, the familiar scene unfolded again.
Dense lines appeared on the golden figure, and the purple light beca increasingly intense.
"Could it really succeed this ti?"
Looking at the intense purple light on the golden figure, although it was a good on, he couldn’t believe it.
After all, having evolved so many tis, he had only succeeded twice.
"Boom!"
The purple space suddenly shook, causing Chen Xuan’s body to sway as well, but his eyes were filled with excitent.
This is....a sign of successful evolution!
"Bang!"
Chen Xuan was directly kicked out of the purple space, his consciousness returning to his body.
"Evolution succeeded!"
"Divine Technique evolution cooldown: one month!"
"The Nine Revolutions Secret Technique has successfully evolved into the Transformation Realm! The next evolution requires a six-month wait!"
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