Chapter 141: The Slaughter Begins, Chen Changsheng Alone Resists Two Holy Lands
Chapter 141 – The Slaughter Begins, Chen Changsheng Alone Resists Two Holy Lands
Gongsun Huaiyu was naturally pleased with the arduous task Chen Changsheng had set before her.
However, she quickly sensed that something was amiss.
“The only forces in this region capable of shifting the tides of battle are the Golden Light Cave and Gale Inn.”
“But Su Tian and the others merely intend to pass through. Conflict is not a certainty!”
“If those two sects choose to retreat into their shells like cowards, won’t I be left with no field to display my martial prowess?”
Faced with Gongsun Huaiyu’s doubt, Chen Changsheng flashed a thin, predatory grin.
“Developing a bit of foresight, I see. You have finally learned to weigh the next step of the fated path.”
“If the Golden Light Cave and Gale Inn cower in their holes, then once Su Tian and Zi Ning have put Mad Dragon Fort to the torch, your rear guard will become the vanguard. You will devour those two factions whole.”
The revelation struck the group like a thunderclap. They stared at Chen Changsheng, eyes wide with astonishment.
This part of the orchestration had never been spoken of until now.
Noticing their stunned gazes, Chen Changsheng spoke coolly, “Why do you look at me so? You surely didn’t believe I moved against Mad Dragon Fort over mere whispers and petty rumors?”
“If it were simply a matter of blood-debt and revenge, I could have handled it alone. At most, it would have cost me a few extra days. Why would I bother with such an elaborate orchestration?”
“My true hunger is for this entire expanse of land.”
“This territory sits at the junction of three Holy Lands, serving as a buffer for us all.”
“Logically, the factions here should be split, each supported by one of the three great powers.”
“But over the last few centuries, the Kunlun Holy Land has grown bloated and overreaching, eventually stripping the Purple Mansion Holy Land of its control over this domain.”
“What I am doing now is reclaiming what was lost.”
“When the day comes to contend for the Heaven’s Mandate, the Purple Mansion Holy Land will hold the initiative.”
After hearing Chen Changsheng’s cold analysis, the usually silent Feng Yuxiu finally spoke.
“Kunlun and Yaoguang might stand by while we dismantle Mad Dragon Fort.”
“But if we lay hands on the Golden Light Cave and Gale Inn, those two Holy Lands will not sit idly by.”
“We do not possess the strength to resist a counter-strike on two fronts.”
Chen Changsheng merely smiled. “No. We have another force entirely to suppress those two Holy Lands.”
“What force?”
“Me.”
“I shall sever the interference of Yaoguang and Kunlun. Your task is to seize these three territories within that window of time.”
“Three hours to annihilate Mad Dragon Fort. I shall grant you nine more for the Golden Light Cave and Gale Inn.”
“Within these twelve hours, not even the Sovereign of the Heavens himself shall interfere with your slaughter.”
“As for the state of the world after those twelve hours—that depends on your own efforts.”
Chen Changsheng stood up, stretching his limbs with a casual elegance before preparing to depart from the main host.
Seeing this, Yang Feng called out to him.
“Holy Son, even if the top masters of the Middle Heavens are occupied with the Undying Bone, Jiang Ping and Fu Yao still sit in their holy lands. Are you truly confident you can hold them back?”
In response to Yang Feng’s doubt, Chen Changsheng said calmly, “I, Chen Changsheng, say they cannot cross, so they shall not cross.”
“I trust you all. I hope you will not disappoint me.”
With that, Chen Changsheng’s figure gradually faded, then vanished completely.
Chen Changsheng had left, and the mood among the group grew even heavier.
He had built a grand stage for everyone. If this mission succeeded, all would become renowned throughout the world.
Yet this “grand stage” was also a touchstone.
Whether heroes or cowards, none could hide their true nature upon it.
…
At the border of the Kunlun Holy Land.
Looking at the boundary marker before him, Chen Changsheng clicked his tongue and said, “Little Black!”
“This is likely to be a tough battle. I’ve raised you for so long; when the fight starts, you must help me!”
“Woof!”
Hearing Chen Changsheng’s words, Little Black in his arms barked once, then gave him a sidelong glance.
It seemed to say, “You’re asking a sick dog for help? You’re even more of a dog than I am.”
Seeing this, Chen Changsheng sighed helplessly. “You ungrateful little thing. I really can’t count on you at all.”
As he spoke, an identical “Chen Changsheng” appeared out of thin air.
This “person” was none other than Chen Changsheng’s True Self.
“I’ll leave Little Gold to you, and the Taotie Root Bone as well. With these two great weapons, you should be able to stall Fu Yao.”
Taking the items from Chen Changsheng’s hands, the “True Self” rolled its eyes and said.
“You are me, and I am you. Our hearts and minds are connected. Why waste so many words?”
“Given Gongsun Huaiyu’s relationship, Fu Yao probably won’t go all out.”
“You’re the one who needs to be careful. If something goes wrong on your end, I won’t be able to hold out.”
“Understood. Now go.”
The two Chen Changshengs exchanged a few more words, then the “True Self” Chen Changsheng flew off into the distance.
Watching the departing figure of his True Self, Chen Changsheng found a clean spot and sat down.
Given Chen Changsheng’s current cultivation level, his True Self could not stray more than a thousand li from his body, nor could it last more than twelve hours.
It was precisely for this reason that Su Tian and the others had only twelve hours.
“Boom!”
The battle between Su Tian and Mad Dragon Fort erupted swiftly.
The massive commotion was clearly felt even by Chen Changsheng, hundreds of li away.
Yet at this moment, Chen Changsheng paid little attention to the distant conflict, leisurely petting Little Black instead.
…
Mad Dragon Fort.
“Everyone, our Mad Dragon Fort has not offended the Purple Mansion Holy Land. Why do you…”
“Thud!”
A disciple of Mad Dragon Fort retreated while trying to negotiate with Su Tian.
But before he could finish speaking, Su Tian snapped his neck.
After dealing with some minor pawns, Su Tian, his eyes blazing red, wasted no time. He led two hundred men in a fierce assault on Mad Dragon Fort.
This battle demanded speed and decisiveness. Every moment of delay meant greater danger for his comrades.
Thus, he had to exploit Mad Dragon Fort’s lack of preparedness to deplete their strength as much as possible.
Under Su Tian’s unexpected attack, the two-hundred-strong force swiftly captured three of Mad Dragon Fort’s strongholds.
Meanwhile, Ye Hensheng and others led another four hundred men in flanking maneuvers from both sides.
However, no matter how fast Su Tian moved, Mad Dragon Fort was still a formidable sect. Two hundred men could not completely conquer it in a short time.
Formations rose from the ground one after another, and the deep sound of war horns echoed throughout Mad Dragon Fort.
Elders and elite disciples who had been in secluded cultivation flew out to defend.
Faced with a counterattack from enemies several times their number, Su Tian remained unflustered. After all, leading troops into battle was nothing new to him.
How could the Co-equal King of Xuanwu Kingdom not know how to command an army?
“Body cultivators to the front! Formation teams, break their formations quickly!”
“Inner sect disciples, hold off the Elders of Mad Dragon Fort! War beasts, clear out the low-level cultivators! Outer sect disciples, follow me in the charge!”