Dominating Martial King

Adding the previous ’East Heavenly King’ Wang Tiandong, ’God-Killing Doctor’ Li Zhen’e, ’Golden Snake Heavenly Monarch’ She Huayu, he has already defeated five on the Heavenly List, killing four of them. It is said that he is currently fighting against the twenty-second on the Heavenly List, and the outcome is not yet decided—"

Zhangsun Ruoli’s complexion darkened, and a hint of fear appeared in her pupils.

Her emotions were extremely complex at this moment.

Zhangsun Ruoli knew those on the Heavenly List were clearly targeting her mother to prevent Wen Suyi from achieving enlightenment.

Chu Xisheng’s ability to defeat and kill these people is obviously good news.

However, Chu Xisheng chose a northern route, detouring through Juzhou Liang City County!

Even if Zhangsun Ruoli were to guess with her heel, she could figure out this person’s purpose.

Once Chu Xisheng safely arrives in Liang City, the situation they have been struggling to maintain is bound to collapse.

"What are you afraid of?"

Zhangsun Ruoli let out a soft snort: "Although I haven’t witnessed the battle myself, from the intelligence received before, it’s clear these people didn’t put forth their full strength!

They must have been forced by All Gods, only taking action to block Chu Xisheng out of no choice, yet they would rather destroy their corporeal bodies than remain under the Forbidden Technique and Divine Contract enforced by All Gods, unwilling to hinder my mother’s achievement of enlightenment!"

Her hand rested on the sword, as ghostly flames flickered in her eyes: "I have fought with Chu Xisheng before. Once Chu Xisheng loses the Enemy Intent and Kill Intent that boosts his combat power, his combat strength is at best only at the level of the top thirty on the Heavenly List; I can easily defeat him!"

The people inside the tent were half skeptical upon hearing this.

Zhangsun Ruoli had already been defeated twice by Chu Xisheng’s hand, each time worse than the last.

Such words coming from Zhangsun Ruoli carried no persuasive power at all.

Were those people really not exerting their full strength?

It might be possible for one or two, but surely not for all five to hold back?

One after another, consecutively defeated and killed, surely they don’t each have a dharma gate for resurrection?

Just at this moment, several crisp sounds of clapping emerged in the tent.

"High regard, Princess! This is just what I wanted to discuss with all of you generals. Wang Tiandong and others were driven to desperation, either breaking their weapons themselves or feigning death to escape, all to free themselves from the Divine Contract and Forbidden Techniques. Chu Xisheng’s power does not need to be overly estimated."

Zhangsun Ruoli glanced sideways, scowling, and grasped the hilt of her sword: "Qin Sheng?"

The person was actually ’Silent Annihilation Spear Commander’ Qin Sheng, currently sitting among the various generals in the tent, seated at Zhangsun Bingquan’s left side.

Previously, Zhangsun Ruoli was overwhelmed by distracting thoughts and failed to notice.

She guarded herself with a sword in hand, casting a sharp gaze over to Zhangsun Bingquan.

Zhangsun Bingquan smiled wryly: "The Great Priest personally recommended him, saying to follow Emperor Jianyuan’s orders and discuss matters with us. I thought there was no harm in listening, so I let him in."

The Great Priest he referred to was the Cang Xuanyin, chosen as the Great Priest from the Taiyin Divine Sect.

Given their precarious situation, their only ally was the Taiyin Divine Sect, who had approached them not long ago.

Furthermore, Zhangsun Bingquan had taken the ’Nine Heavens Divine Yin Pill’ but had yet to activate the Divine Yin Bloodline; now, he could only pray for the Moon God’s divine gift, awakening the Divine Yin and swiftly advancing to ’First Grade Upper’.

Therefore, Cang Xuanyin’s recommendation was utterly irresistible.

While Zhangsun Bingquan spoke, an unconcealable fierceness flickered deep in his pupils.

He was deeply dissatisfied with his current predicament.

Gui Haoyuan and Zhangsun Ruoli were somehow caught up in a scheme, tearing apart Extreme East Ice City into ruins!

As the Young City Lord, he is now not only unable to inherit Ice City but reduced to a homeless dog, and even his bloodline and cultivation are suspended mid-air. 𝐟𝕣𝕖𝐞𝐰𝕖𝚋𝐧𝗼𝚟𝐞𝕝.𝗰𝐨𝐦

He was coaxed into taking a quick path but failed to succeed, unable to advance or retreat.

Zhangsun Bingquan was furious, yet could only endure with all his might.

Zhangsun Ruoli frowned slightly, then sneered coldly at Qin Sheng: "What does your Dog Emperor want you to say? Hasn’t he harmed us enough?"

She too understood that Cang Xuanyin’s recommendation could not be declined; however, it did not mean they had to obey the Taiyin Divine Sect’s orders unconditionally.

Qin Sheng then solemnly cupped his fists: "Earlier, I already informed the Young City Lord that my purpose here is to extend an offer of submission."

"An offer of submission?" Zhangsun Ruoli let out a scornful laugh: "Our Changsun Family and Daning are mortal enemies, with millennia of grievances, never-ending! Do you think we would believe this?"

"This moment is different from before! Previously, there was no Chu Xisheng in this Divine Continent. The hatred between the Changsun Family and Daning is not irreconcilable."

Qin Sheng revealed his calm demeanor and presented an imperial edict: "His Majesty comes with utmost sincerity this time; this is a decree written by his own hand."

Zhangsun Ruoli accepted the imperial edict expressionlessly.

Upon opening it and glancing through, her expression slightly hardened.

This edict not only featured Emperor Jianyuan’s handprint and seal but also bore twelve crimson dragon-shaped patterns.

This Dog Emperor was securing a Divine Contract using his ’Twelve Duteen Divine Dragon National Array’.

"The Emperor is willing to appoint the Young City Lord as the Extreme East King, with territories including He Status and Quanlin Island east of Canghai County, inheritable for generations! He also wishes to facilitate Lord Yin God’s selection of the Young City Lord as a Divine Son."

Qin Sheng cupped his hands: "However, this does not come without conditions; the Young City Lord and Princess must cooperate with the court to strike against Changsun Ruolan, eradicating her faction! This matter presents great benefits for the Young City Lord and for all present."

Zhangsun Ruoli felt a stir in her emotions, thinking there were indeed benefits!

At the very least, it could stabilize their subordinate troops, preventing them from being entirely swayed by Changsun Ruolan.

Yet, the Changsun Family and Daning are sworn enemies.

If they were to join forces with the court and attack former Ice City comrades, it’s uncertain whether their subordinates could accept such action?

Zhangsun Ruoli’s expression remained indifferent as she silently observed the generals inside the tent; most appeared conflicted, but only a few frowned deeply, looking discontent.

"Furthermore, the Emperor will appoint the Young City Lord as the Governor of He Status, commanding all naval military affairs, managing the former troops of Ice City, and establishing and overseeing the Henghai, Dinghai, and Zhenhai armies. The Emperor hopes the Young City Lord will leverage naval forces to cut off maritime transportation between the Northern Five States and East State!"

Seeing the hesitation and attraction in Zhangsun Ruoli’s eyes, Qin Sheng’s eyes gleamed: "This is also emblematic of the Emperor’s sincerity; the rebel forces are formidable! The Emperor intends to rely on the Young City Lord, Princess, and all present to quell the rebellion."

Zhangsun Ruoli pondered this deeply.

She considered that Qin Sheng’s words might hold truth.

Emperor Jianyuan was at a time when he needed personnel, unlikely to betray and break his promises in the near future.

Before Chu Xisheng is defeated, they are safe.

Instead, they can leverage Daning’s power to strengthen themselves and recuperate.

Yet she could not agree outright; negotiations were necessary, and she had to find a way to appease the generals below.

Although the Changsun Family and Daning are sworn foes, sworn not to end until one side is annihilated.

Still, the legacy of the Changsun Family must take precedence.

Just as Zhangsun Ruoli was thinking this, two tokens suddenly flew in from outside.

One landed in Qin Sheng’s hand, while the other circled between Zhangsun Ruoli and Zhangsun Bingquan before finally settling in front of Zhangsun Ruoli.

Zhangsun Ruoli held the token in her hand and sensed it, her expression changing instantly.

Chu Xisheng has defeated the fourteenth on the Heavenly List, ’Heavenly Painting Divine Spear’ Li Wudi, killing him in two minutes!

Zhangsun Ruoli’s heart wavered inexplicably.

Is Chu Xisheng’s power really so formidable? Powerful enough to defeat six individuals on the Heavenly List consecutively!

"Do not worry, Princess! This ’Heavenly Painting Divine Spear’ was also not one to willingly be constrained by the Gods; his death must have been caused by other reasons. Truly, Chu Xisheng’s battle capacity need not be overestimated."

Qin Sheng cupped his hands: "All Gods will certainly use their full efforts to prevent Wen Suyi from heading north to Endless Icefield. The real lethal move they have prepared for Chu Xisheng has yet to be activated."

He paused mid-sentence, awkwardly smiling: "Of course, Princess need not be overly concerned; Lord Wen’s ascension is beneficial to all of us from the Human Clan. Various Divine Sects and our Emperor will strive to facilitate it. However, this matter must not be conducted through Chu Xisheng or the Formless Divine Sect’s hands! Furthermore—"

Qin Sheng’s voice paused, becoming cold: "Princess, it’s best to make a decision soon! We must besiege and eliminate Changsun Ruolan in the shortest time possible and promptly withdraw from Tianhai County; otherwise, it could pose a real challenge."

He felt Chu Xisheng would surely perish en route, die at the hands of All Gods! The possibility of that kid safely arriving at Tianhai County was negligible.

However, they cannot leave anything to chance.

Once Chu Xisheng enters the vicinity within a thousand miles, it will not only affect the court’s effort to recruit the Ice City Northern Army but also turn Tianhai County’s court troops into a source of strength for Chu Xisheng.