In the Zhao Kingdom, in a huge mountain range that stretched for tens of thousands of miles, two huge cities stood on a wide plain.
The huge white city was fifty to sixty feet tall, and its entire body was made of some kind of light silver brick. Looking from afar, the entire city sparkled and gave off a majestic feeling.
However, at this moment, the outer walls of the city were full of potholes, and there were even cracks of different sizes in some places. Some were only the size of a fist, while the larger ones were several feet wide.
Opposite the huge white city stood a huge black city. The walls of the huge black city were intact, and there were no signs of damage.
In the huge black city, in a black palace that was more than a hundred feet tall, a group of high-ranking members of the Underworld Corpse Sect gathered together to discuss something.
Sitting at the head of the table was the only Yuanying cultivator of the Underworld Corpse Sect, Huang Yan. He swept his dignified gaze across everyone present and said in a deep voice, "According to the information that our spies in the Zhao Kingdom have sent back, the Zhao Kingdom and the Wu Kingdom have reached an agreement. The Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom plan to move their sects to the Wu Kingdom, and the Wu Kingdom will give up an area for the Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom to govern."
"What? The Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom want to move their sects to the Wu Kingdom? "Hearing this, Xie Xuehong and the others' expressions changed, and their faces were full of disbelief.
"Master, the Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom have gathered a large number of people here. Why would they suddenly retreat? Could this information be wrong? "Xie Xuehong's beautiful eyes turned as she asked.
"Yes! Martial Uncle Huang, we just fought with the Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom two days ago. Their resistance was very tenacious, and it doesn't seem like they want to retreat. "Du Hai nodded in agreement.
"The Xi Liang Kingdom has been attacked by the Myriad Demon Sect and several other sects. They have already withdrawn all of their reinforcements. The Zhao Kingdom and the Five Sects of the Wu Kingdom won't be able to hold on for much longer. Last time, Martial Nephew Wang and the others caused trouble in the Wu Kingdom, causing the cultivators of the Wu Kingdom to panic. The sects of the Wu Kingdom are worried that the same thing will happen again, so they took the initiative to divide a region for the Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom. This way, there will be five more sects in the Wu Kingdom. Although it will be a bit crowded, their strength will increase greatly. If we want to take over the Wu Kingdom, it won't be that easy. After fighting for so long, the Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom have also lost a lot of people. Those Foundation Establishment cultivators are the capital for the Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom to make a comeback. They have already returned to their headquarters. The Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom are packing up their things and escaping. I've already discussed with the Fellow Daoists of the Three Sects of the He Huan Sect. We plan to send a group of people around the front lines and infiltrate the rear to prevent the Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom from escaping. According to the agreement, our Underworld Corpse Sect must send at least two Core Formation cultivators and over a hundred Foundation Establishment cultivators. Who is willing to go? "
"Infiltrate the rear? Master, with just a few Core Formation cultivators, I'm afraid it will be very difficult to stop the Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom from escaping. What if the Yuanying cultivators of the Zhao Kingdom are driven to desperation? "Xie Xuehong frowned and carefully said.
"Don't worry, the Three Sects of the He Huan Sect have already sent a Yuanying cultivator to lead the group. As long as the Yuanying cultivators of the Zhao Kingdom don't attack, they won't attack either." Huang Yan explained.
Hearing this, everyone looked at each other, but no one had any intention of speaking.
If they fought on the front lines, they would be able to escape as long as they didn't encounter too powerful an enemy. But if they went to the rear lines of the Zhao Kingdom, their ancestors wouldn't be by their side. If they encountered Yuanying cultivators, it would be dangerous.
"What, no one is willing to go?" Huang Yan's expression sank.
Hearing this, Xie Xuehong's face showed slight hesitation. She nodded at Du Hai and was about to open her mouth to agree. At this moment, a tall middle-aged man and a black-clothed youth with delicate facial features walked in.
The middle-aged man joyfully said, "Martial Uncle Huang, Senior Martial Brother Wang didn't die. He has returned."
"Martial Uncle Huang." Wang Changsheng respectfully bowed to Huang Yan.
"Good, good, good. It's good that you've returned." When Huang Yan saw Wang Changsheng, his face lit up with joy.
When Xie Xuehong and the others saw this, they looked at Wang Changsheng with envy. How could they not see how much Huang Yan valued Wang Changsheng?
When Wang Changsheng's soul tablet shattered, Huang Yan thought that Wang Changsheng had perished and was disappointed for several days.
"You can leave for now. Martial Nephew Wang, stay behind. I have some questions for you. "Huang Yan waved his hand and instructed.
Xie Xuehong and the others nodded and turned to leave.
Soon, only Huang Yan and Wang Changsheng remained in the hall.
"Martial Nephew Wang, where have you been all this time? Why have you only returned now? The Core Formation cultivators of the Yin Sifting Sect and the Harmonious Bond Sect have returned several months ago. "
Wang Changsheng calmly replied, "When I was attacking a medicine garden in the Wu Kingdom with Fairy Mu, we were ambushed by Yuanying cultivators. Senior Martial Brother Zhou died on the spot and I was lucky enough to escape. I've been recuperating since then and only returned after my injuries were healed."
"What? You were ambushed by Yuanying cultivators? No wonder you didn't return. " Huang Yan's face revealed a trace of understanding when he heard this.
After a moment of uncertainty, he said, "Martial Nephew Wang, the Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom are preparing to move their sects to the Wu Kingdom. After some discussion, we decided to have the Yuanying cultivators lead a group of Core Formation and Foundation Establishment cultivators to bypass the frontlines and delay the Five Sects of the Zhao Kingdom. Our Underworld Corpse Sect is lacking in manpower. Can you lead a group of Core Formation and Foundation Establishment cultivators?"
When Wang Changsheng heard this, he pondered for a moment and said, "Of course. But after this matter is over, I plan to return to the sect and enter seclusion to break through to the Yuanying stage."
"What? You want to break through to the Yuanying stage? "Huang Yan's expression changed and he revealed a trace of hesitation.
Wang Changsheng nodded and said with determination, "Yes. If I don't reach the Nascent Soul stage, I won't leave seclusion."
Huang Yan's face was gloomy for a while before he said, "Alright! Once this matter is over, return to the sect and enter seclusion! Remember, your safety comes first. If you encounter an enemy you can't defeat, immediately use the Profound Yin Cloak to escape. When you return safely, the Old Man will give you a big gift. "
"Big gift?" Wang Changsheng blinked and asked curiously.
"Hehe, you'll know when the time comes. Go and rest first! On the day of departure, I'll send someone to inform you. "Huang Yan chuckled and ordered.
"Yes, Martial Uncle Huang. I'll take my leave." Wang Changsheng responded and turned to leave.
"Senior Brother Wang, you're finally back. We thought you had fallen!" As soon as Wang Changsheng walked out, Xie Xuehong greeted him with a face full of smiles.
"Thank you for your concern, Junior Sister Xie. I was recuperating and only came back after my injuries were healed." Wang Changsheng said with a smile.
"Senior Brother Wang, the two of us have already prepared food and wine. Would Senior Brother Wang be willing to come with us?" Du Hai said with a smile.
In response, Wang Changsheng readily agreed. He just happened to want to know about the recent battle situation.
Fifteen minutes later, Wang Changsheng, Xie Xuehong, and Du Hai appeared in an exquisite pavilion with a table full of fine wine and delicacies.
Wang Changsheng exchanged a few pleasantries with Xie Xuehong and Du Hai before asking about the recent battle situation.
Xie Xuehong and Du Hai naturally didn't conceal anything and recounted the events that happened after Wang Changsheng left.
After Wang Changsheng left, the four sects of the State of Qi launched several attacks. Because they didn't have as many people as Zhao, they were at a disadvantage. However, two months later, the Wu Kingdom and Xi Liang Kingdom withdrew their forces. Later on, Xie Xuehong and the others found out that the four sects of the State of Qi sent a group of Core Formation cultivators to the Wu Kingdom and Xi Liang Kingdom to cause trouble. In the Wu Kingdom, the Zhou Clan was exterminated and the Yu Ling Sect's market square and spirit mine were attacked. This caused the cultivators of the Wu Kingdom to panic. The reinforcements sent by the Wu Kingdom were reduced by half. The reinforcements sent by the Xi Liang Kingdom were also reduced, but not as much as the Wu Kingdom.
As a result, the pressure on the front lines was greatly reduced and the four sects of the State of Qi gained the upper hand in the following battles.
A month ago, for some unknown reason, Zhao's forces were reduced by half. After suffering several crushing defeats, Zhao withdrew his forces and defended the city.
It turned out that the Myriad Devil Sect and several other sects had invaded the Xi Liang Kingdom. The Xi Liang Kingdom had already withdrawn all of their reinforcements, so Zhao defended the city. By relying on the might of the formation, Zhao was barely able to resist the attacks of the four sects of the State of Qi.
However, according to Martial Uncle Huang Yan's information, Zhao wouldn't be able to hold on much longer and had already begun to withdraw his forces.
Xie Xuehong and Du Hai also inquired about Wang Changsheng's experiences during this period of time. Wang Changsheng evaded the important points and talked about the trivial points.
"Senior Martial Brother Wang is truly remarkable! You were actually able to escape from the Yuanying cultivators. "Xie Xuehong smiled.
When Wang Changsheng heard this, he faintly smiled and didn't say anything.
"Senior Martial Brother Wang, have you taken a fancy to any female cultivators? How about I have Xuehong introduce a few to you? "Du Hai's eyes flashed as he joked.
Hearing this, the smile on Wang Changsheng's face froze. He shook his head and said, "Many thanks for Junior Martial Brother Du's kindness, but I don't plan on finding a dual cultivation partner for the time being."
After saying this, Wang Changsheng drank the cup of spirit wine in one gulp. He couldn't help but think of Murong Bing's figure.
After not seeing her for so many years, I wonder how she's doing.
"Junior Martial Sister Xie, Junior Martial Brother Du, I'm feeling a little unwell. Let's meet again another day!" After saying this, Wang Changsheng stood up and left.
When Du Hai saw this, he frowned and said, "Xuehong, did I say something wrong?"
Xie Xuehong nodded and suggested, "That should be the case. Otherwise, Senior Martial Brother Wang wouldn't suddenly change his attitude. Husband, you should not mention dual cultivation partners in the future!"
Wang Changsheng sat cross-legged on the bed. He couldn't get Murong Bing's figure out of his mind. He couldn't help but think of every little thing that happened between him and Murong Bing.
The two of them first met in Yuezhou. They participated in the Treasure Seizing Assembly together. They worked together in the Demon Sealing Secret Realm to exterminate demons. They went through hardships together in the sea. There was also Wang Changsheng's promise to Murong Bing under the Peach Blossom Tree.
Unfortunately, in this lifetime, he might not be able to fulfill his promise.
Wang Changsheng sighed softly and shook his head. He no longer thought about Murong Bing.
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