Morale was very important. They did not have a valid reason to attack. If they failed to crush their enemies with overwhelming strength, it would only make the people who were trying to take advantage of the situation hesitate.
Everyone was rational. The battle had nothing to do with glory, dignity, or life and death. Everyone was drooling over Fanxue Mountain's wealth, hoping to get a share of the loot.
If a single faction was unable to claim the loot on their own, they would form an alliance.
They were weak and cowardly, and they were afraid of being punished by the country and the Enforcement Union. If they could not win the battle in one go, the alliance would soon fall apart.
"What the hell is Lin Kang up to?" Zhao Jing asked coldly.
The battle between Lin Kang and Mubai had yet to come to an end.
They had heard Mubai's cry of agony not long ago. Normally, the battle between the two famous Magistrates should have come to an end, since they had killed an important member of the other side. It was crucial for the current situation. Otherwise, why would so many people from different factions not attack the villa?
The others were waiting for their leaders to take out the Super Mages of Fanxue Mountain so they could make their move.
"The Moon Talismans are consumed by destructive spells. Brother Zhao Jing, don't worry," Nanrong Ni said when she saw Zhao Jing's concern.
Zhao Jing nodded.
A few more minutes did not make much of a difference. They had to decide the outcome of Lin Kang's battle, so the North City Army could take the lead.
Lin Kang's North City Army was the main force. If they were not worried about being punished by the leaders of Feiniao City, they would have charged at Fanxue Mountain without worrying about casualties.
However, Fanxue Mountain was not a sea monster, nor was it a real traitor. Lin Kang and the factions behind him were the ones who had accused them of the crimes. It was normal for factions to fight among themselves in an era where resources were scarce. However, they could either swallow the other factions to strengthen themselves, or back off in the face of overwhelming odds. If both sides ended up seriously injured, no official or Councilman would be able to explain themselves to the authorities and the people.
Why would they fight among themselves when the sea monsters were right in front of them?
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"Chief, the later you make your move, the better it will be for us. Everyone knows you're the strongest person in Fanxue Mountain. If you don't make your move, we'll have an extra shield to back us up. We don't think Fanxue Mountain will lose no matter how the battle turns out," the carpenter whispered to Mofan.
"I understand what you mean, but we have experienced Zhao Jing's strength. Now that he has the Moon Talisman, once he makes a move, I can't continue watching." Mofan replied.
"If you trust me, let me deal with him first. The longer you stay here, the more power you have for the patrolling elites," the carpenter said.
Zhao Jing was already ready to make a move, and his eyes were also staring at Mofan.
Mofan was the leader of Fanxue Mountain. Once they killed Mofan, they would be left without a leader. Everything would be a lot simpler.
Mofan shook his head.
Zhao Jing had dared to challenge their entire team in the outskirts of Lanyang City. He had inflicted serious injuries on both Mubai and Zhao Manyan. Even though Zhao Manyan had set up the Formation of Thunderous Drums in advance, the guy's strength was still insane.
Mofan had never witnessed the carpenter's strength, but Mofan's instincts told him he was no match for Zhao Jing.
That being said, Mofan was not in a rush. He was a lot calmer than Zhao Jing. He was well aware of the enemy's motives, and he knew they were stuck in a dilemma after failing to take down the enemy for so long.
Take the Northern Legion as an example. The Northern Legion was going to fight Fanxue Mountain. If they won, the Northern Legion would have to bear the blame, and the soldiers would not benefit from it.
On the other hand, if the Northern Legion lost, they would simply retreat. Fanxue Mountain would not kill them all. They would at most kill Lin Kang, the Vice Commander, and the others who had given the orders, and change their leaders.
Besides, the battle between the Black and White Magistrates had yet to come to a conclusion.
"Who can see what's going on inside the blood mist?" a major general of the Northern Legion asked.
"I don't know, I think the mayor has won the battle. I wonder how the leader is doing now. Hopefully, he's still alive," a captain who used to serve in the South Wing Battalion said.
"(Sigh), what the hell is going on?"
Vice Commander Zhou Yi came over with a dark face. He glanced at the hesitant soldiers and snapped, "Are you tired of living? How dare you question the morale of the army?"
"Vice Commander Zhou, you shouldn't say that. We are all smart people. We can't just follow the orders of our superiors. Mayor Lin has only been with us for a year. We've never disobeyed his orders. We'll do whatever he wants us to do. We'll do whatever he wants us to. We won't even frown if he wants us to die in the naval fortress, but if he wants us to kill the people of Fanxue Mountain … "the major general was not in a low position, either. He was amused by the Vice Commander's attitude.
"What do you mean? Isn't it true that Fanxue Mountain is a traitor?" Vice Commander Zhou Yi snapped.
"In terms of procedure, even if Fanxue Mountain has committed treason, the Enforcement Union and the Chairman of the Enforcement Union should have personally stamped their names on the case. Our North Gate Army can only eliminate Fanxue Mountain after receiving the order from the capital. The seals of the City Lord and a few Councilmen aren't enough," the major general scoffed.
"You … do you think I won't kill you right now!?" Vice Commander Zhou Yi's face was filled with murderous intent.
"Of course I do, but our brothers aren't blind, nor are we brainless. We are willing to risk our lives for the mayor, since he's our direct superior, but Vice Commander Zhou Yi, you have to understand something. Mubai is the leader of the South Wing Battalion. His position is the same as yours. If … I'm saying if, the mayor is accidentally killed in the battle, you and Mubai will be in charge of the Northern Legion, "the major general said calmly.
"The leader of the South Wing Battalion might not be able to command us directly, but he has the right to veto your decisions. If we kill him and his family under such circumstances, isn't that equivalent to rebelling?" another Captain spoke up.
"Vice Leader, please don't make things difficult for us. When I was defending the Magic City, my family was left behind in the north of the city. The whole city was hypnotized by the sea monsters. Fanxue Mountain was nowhere to be seen. My family of seven was wiped out. How can our brothers bear to do it? "An officer said with a hint of pleading in his voice.
Many of the people in Feiniao City had migrated here from other places. Fanxue Mountain was the only host when they first arrived. Many people were indebted to Fanxue Mountain, let alone the military officers whose families were protected by Fanxue Mountain.
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