Chapter 262: Chapter 259: Rebellion of Xuan Snake Clan_1
The City Lord’s Mansion was enveloped in a still-lingering blood mist, the atmosphere incredibly heavy. Outside the main hall, it was deserted; only inside stood six figures. These six were Li Ru, Zhang Jiao, Sima Yi, the Clan Leader of the Bai Family, Bai Peichu, Bai Xue, and Bai Shuang!
"Clan Leader Bai, it’s time for you to make a choice!" Li Ru sat in the main seat with a pill beside him, emanating a black glow.
Bai Peichu remained silent, his expression exceptionally troubled. The events of this day had been a massive blow to him. The great elder Bai Wandou’s betrayal had nearly sent him to Yellow Spring.
After that, Li Ru and his companions forcefully quelled the rebellion. Just when Bai Peichu was silently rejoicing, he was informed that he would have to join a mysterious organization specializing in intelligence gathering.
"Father, if it weren’t for Lord Li, we would be dead. It’s better to live poorly than to die well. Just take the pill!" Bai Xue weakly persuaded.
She saw the situation very clearly; disagreeing with Li Ru’s command meant death, and she didn’t want to die.
"Alright!" Bai Peichu said, deflated. As someone who had already experienced death once, his desire to live was stronger than ever before. Although aligning with Li Ru meant restrictions, at least he would still be alive.
He grabbed the pill on the table and swallowed it!
"Congratulations, you made the right choice. As long as you don’t betray the organization, you’ll gain more than you lose!" Li Ru stood up, a faint smile on his face.
Bai Peichu’s face was bitter as he knelt on one knee, saying, "Greetings, Leader!"
Thus, the intelligence agency of the Qin Dynasty Divine Court in the Middle Region was officially established. It maintained rapid development in the days to come, becoming a significant force.
That very night, Qin Wudao assembled everyone. After discussion, they decided to leave Zhang Jiao and Sima Yi behind to independently develop the intelligence agency in the Middle Region.
As for the others, they were to return to the East Border!
After their rampage in the Kylin Holy Land and the theft of the supreme heritage, the Kylin Holy Land would surely not let it go. They had to return to the Qin Dynasty to face the upcoming challenges.
If the Qin Dynasty’s previous developments were merely small-scale endeavors, then this time, it would determine the survival and future of the Qin Dynasty. Failure in the battle against the Holy Land would mean the country’s destruction. However, if they won, the Qin Dynasty would rise like a phoenix from the ashes, standing at the pinnacle of the East Border, capable of contending with the heroes of this turbulent era.
The next day, Qin Wudao, along with his followers, used the space wormhole in White City to leave the Middle Region!
This return journey was bound to be fraught with bloodshed and challenges!
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After the ’East Border Grand Ceremony’, the stability of the East Border was completely shattered. The leaders of the major forces returned to their factions in shock, immediately gathering their armies in preparation for war.
Many forces that were vassals of the Kylin Holy Land directly declared their independence!
Obviously, the Kylin Holy Land’s actions of sacrificing its subordinate forces for fame and personal gain had thoroughly chilled their hearts.
At the same time, news of the Kylin Holy Land’s deeds spread throughout more than six hundred realms.
For a time, the Kylin Holy Land became a public enemy, and its control and influence over the East Border dropped to an all-time low.
But to everyone’s surprise, in the face of such adverse circumstances, the Kylin Holy Land took no action, as if this event had never happened.
「Qin Dynasty Divine Court, Imperial Capital!」
Inside the Deliberative Pavilion, several court officials gathered, their faces filled with worry.
"Prime Minister, have we received any news from His Majesty yet?" Zhao Yun, clad in armor, paced back and forth in the hall, asking with a worried expression. He wished he could lead the army to the Kylin Holy Land and inquire about Qin Wudao’s whereabouts, but reason told him he couldn’t.
"Not yet!" Zhuge Liang shook his head, his feather fan resting on the table, his face etched with concern.
As news of the ’East Border Grand Ceremony’ spread, many within the Qin Dynasty Divine Court learned of Qin Wudao’s disappearance, and ominous signs had begun to surface.
If Qin Wudao didn’t reappear soon, there would likely be immense trouble!
"Master Jia, what’s the situation with the foreign races?" Zhuge Liang turned his head, looking at Jia Xu, who was sitting in a dark corner, and asked in a deep voice.
"The Heavenly Wolf Tribe is stable, but the Xuan Snake Tribe seems to be in contact with the Langya Sect!" Jia Xu said coldly, his eyes filled with a potent Evil Qi.
"Keep a close watch. Suppress any signs immediately!" Zhuge Liang’s brows furrowed slightly as he spoke solemnly.
The few of them then discussed for a long time, formulating a series of strategies to prevent emergencies. It wasn’t until dusk that they each departed.
In the Xuan Snake Realm, the air exuded a chill. After everyone had rested, several high-ranking members of the Xuan Snake Tribe secretly flew towards a valley.
"Are the preparations ready?" a scholar-like Martial Artist asked calmly, his hands clasped behind his back.
"Six hundred thousand tribesmen are ready to act. But Elder Su, are you sure Qin Wudao and the others are dead? What if..." the newly ascended Xuan Snake King spoke with a touch of concern.
"There are no ’what ifs.’ The Qin Dynasty Divine Court dared to oppose the Kylin Holy Land; they were likely killed long ago. How could they possibly return? You just need to act according to the plan!" the scholar stated confidently.
"Alright!" The Xuan Snake King no longer hesitated, his eyes hardening.
How could the great Xuan Snake Tribe submit to humans? He would annihilate the Qin Dynasty Divine Court, restore freedom to his people, and lead them to power!
After leaving the valley, the Xuan Snake King took a deep breath, retrieved a flare from his storage space, and launched it into the dark night sky, where it blossomed into a beautiful pattern.
Killing intent surged forth!
Numerous terrifying auras shot into the sky, condensing into a dense Evil Qi. The 600,000-strong Xuan Snake Tribe army appeared, arrayed in neat formations, and began a forced march towards the nearest city.
Peace City. This was a newly built city, its name personally bestowed by Qin Wudao!
The intention was for humans and foreign races to live in peace. Unfortunately, the brutal foreign races would not easily submit to humanity.
"Kill!" The Xuan Snake King flew to the front of the army, the power of his Saint King Realm erupting as he rushed towards Peace City.
"Defend! Quickly, defend! Enemy attack!" Upon detecting the enemy, the city, after a brief panic among the 20,000 soldiers stationed there, quickly organized its defenses to meet the assault.
A few soldiers ran towards the City Lord’s Mansion to report.
"A mere foreign race dares to rebel? They’re courting death!" Hearing the soldier’s report, Zhou Cang, the Grand Protector of the Xuan Snake Protectorate, was enraged. Gripping his long blade and emanating a terrifying killing intent, he stormed towards the city wall.
By the time he reached the top of the wall, the Xuan Snake Tribe had already launched their attack. Countless Xuan Snake Tribe members surged towards the city wall like a rising tide, wave after wave.
"Release arrows!" the Deputy General commanded the battle.
Volley after volley of arrows rained down. The formation-imbued arrows pierced the Xuan Snake Tribe members, their blood spraying several feet high like geysers.
The deaths of their kin did not daunt the Xuan Snake Tribe soldiers; they continued to charge!
They all knew that if they didn’t capture Peace City, they would be the ones to die!