Xingluo Empire!
As one sect after another was destroyed or submitted under the onslaught of the Holy Spirit Cult...
The entire royal household was now in a state of high alert...
Within the imperial palace, the faces of the Daijin were filled with anxious and worried expressions, as they began discussing fervently...
"Our Xingluo Empire has lost at least one-third of its sects to the Holy Spirit Cult's destruction, with some choosing to submit; if this continues, the Xingluo Empire might very well perish!"
"Indeed, even though our Xingluo Empire's military might is formidable, it's no match for the powerful Soul Masters; we must urgently find a way to sanction the Holy Spirit Cult!"
"Otherwise, we should take the initiative to deploy troops to suppress the Holy Spirit Cult. Although we cannot resolve them completely, we could at least hinder their continued growth!"
"First, the former emperor fell. Now, the great sects have been annihilated. Where, oh where is the Xingluo Empire to turn?"
Dai Yueyan, seated on the throne, looked somewhat grim and uncertain...
Clearly, he was aware that the hearts of all his Daijin had become unsettled, some already harboring thoughts of surrender!
But as the new Emperor of the Xingluo Empire, he would not allow such an outcome!!
With this in mind, he glanced sidelong at the Ultimate Douluo-level powerhouse guarding by his side...
Instantly, the latter understood and a terrifying pressure filled the air, spreading instantly to envelop the entire imperial palace...
All the Daijin felt a heaviness on their backs and clenched their teeth as they half-knelt on the ground...
Dai Yueyan's icy gaze swept over each of the Daijin, "I no longer wish to hear those treacherous words that sow discord. Otherwise, regardless of past contributions to the Xingluo Empire, you will all be charged with the crime of treason!"
A chill ran through the hearts of the Daijin. "Yes, Your Majesty!"
Seeing their response, Dai Yueyan then waved his hand...
In an instant, the oppressive aura that had filled the imperial palace vanished into nothingness...
The Daijin's faces finally eased somewhat, but they were still subdued by the emperor's resolute actions and dared not utter any more disheartening words!
Dai Yueyan paused, then declared loudly, "Now, transmit my orders, immediately muster the troops, and launch an attack on the known locations of the Holy Spirit Cult, and ensure they are utterly eliminated!"
This battle was inevitable!
Otherwise, all the people of the Xingluo Empire would lose faith in this nation!
Even though they knew it was far too rash, the Daijin could only respectfully say, "Your Majesty is wise!"
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After the Daijin had all left, only Dai Yueyan remained, seated silently on the throne within the imperial palace...
The Ultimate Douluo responsible for his protection pursed his lips and comforted, "Your Majesty, you needn't worry too much. As long as I live, I'll not allow anyone to threaten you!"
A touch of emotion flickered in Dai Yueyan's eyes, but still, he clenched his fists and said, "But... I am the Emperor of the Xingluo Empire. Now I can only watch helplessly as our empire is eroded bit by bit, utterly powerless! The taste of that is sheer agony!"
The Ultimate Douluo took a deep breath and suggested, "Your Majesty, perhaps we could request assistance from the Douluo Continent. Surely they would not stand by and watch the Xingluo Empire fall to the Holy Spirit Cult!"
Once the Xingluo Empire becomes a possession of the Holy Spirit Cult, the Douluo Continent would be next!
Upon hearing this, Dai Yueyan bitterly smiled, "I remember when my father was in office, he sought assistance from the powers of Douluo Continent, but almost all the help he received was perfunctory!"
None of the powers were willing to sacrifice their high-end combat forces for assistance...
The Ultimate Douluo fell silent, for he too knew this was indeed the case!
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Shrek Academy, Sea God's Pavilion!
Turbid World looked extremely solemn, "Now a third of the sects in the Xingluo Empire have been destroyed, yet the royal household has not made the slightest move!"
"Clearly, the foundation of the Holy Spirit Cult has become strong enough to contend with the empire!"
Elder Ya'li nodded slightly, "Hmm, after so many years of development, the Holy Spirit Cult's high-level combat power may not have changed much, but the number and overall strength of evil Soul Masters have likely increased several-fold!"
Even at Shrek Academy's zenith, it might not have been possible to eradicate them!
Feng Wu Yu propped his chin in thought and said, "If the Xingluo Empire falls to the Holy Spirit Cult's evil clutches, our Soul Land will also be hard to escape this disaster! Should we discuss with other powers about providing support?"
Cai Yue'er shook her head, "That's unrealistic. Whether it's the War God Hall or the Spirit Pagoda, or any other force, under such a tense situation, it's simply impossible to send out core forces to provide support!"
"Any unexpected occurrence could bring irreplaceable damage! The Holy Spirit Cult surely understands this, which is why they dare to act so boldly in the Xingluo Empire!"
Long Yeyue nodded and agreed, "Elder Cai is right. Unless the Xingluo Empire can offer sufficient benefits, no power will take such a huge risk to provide support!"
That includes Shrek Academy, which has a sworn enmity with the Holy Spirit Cult!
Yuan En Zhentian sighed, "We can only wait and see what actions the newly appointed Emperor of the Xingluo Empire will take in the face of this predicament!!"
However, just then, a knock sounded at the door of the Sea God's Pavilion…
As the elder with the highest seniority, Long Yeyue, with her beautiful eyes narrowed, said, "Enter!"
Clearly visible, Wu Changkong, looking grim, pushed the door open and walked in…
As his former teacher, Turbid World was the first to speak, "Changkong, why have you come? Is there something wrong?"
If it wasn't for an extremely important issue, teachers usually wouldn't interrupt a Sea God's Pavilion meeting!
Wu Changkong bowed slightly and said gravely, "Teacher, Elders, the news of the Pavilion Master's fall has leaked! Now all the students of Shrek Academy are discussing it!"
Upon hearing this, the faces of the Elders in the Sea God's Pavilion underwent subtle changes…
Only Ya'li sighed helplessly, "Has the news of Yun Ming's death finally come to light?"
As the most powerful Soul Master in the Sea God's Pavilion, Yun Ming's death would surely terrify the students of Shrek!
Long Yeyue looked at Ya'li and suggested, "Ya'li, since you are Yun Ming's wife, you decide how to handle this."
Seeing this, naturally, the other Elders of the Sea God's Pavilion had no objections…
Ya'li did not refuse and said to Wu Changkong in a low voice, "Changkong, please summon all the inner and outer court students to the plaza, I will find a way to conceal the truth!"
The students may know about Yun Ming's fall, but they do not know the reason for his fall!
After all, the attack of a Twelfth-Grade Soul Guidance Shell is enough to cause huge panic!
Wu Changkong nodded, "Yes, Elder Ya'li, I will inform the teachers to gather the students!"
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