Son-in-law Heaven Emperor Xiao Yi-Chapter 1613 - 1582: Seven Kill and Po Jun

On the road from Yunjing City to Wuyuan City.

Xiao Yi led the elite of the Judgment Camp forward unimpeded, with not much distance left to Wuyuan City.

Gazing into the distance.

One could vaguely glimpse a grand silhouette emerging on the horizon.

It was unmistakably the imposing Wuyuan City, blocking the strategic passage.

"Your Highness Saint Heir, two Saint King Ten Layers generals, Xue Qinghe and Zheng Xiaoyu, of Wuyuan City, are currently leading the Ninth Army Corps’ Qi Sha and Po Jun divisions, camping on the Wuyuan Plains..." A soldier from the Judgment Camp rushed back urgently, speaking in a somber tone.

Tan Huajian smiled and said, "It seems that the news from Yunjing City has already reached Wuyuan City. They’re already arrayed and waiting for us!"

Xiao Yi grunted in agreement, "How do the divisions Qi Sha and Po Jun rank within the Ninth Army Corps?"

"These Qi Sha, Po Jun, and Tan Lang are the three divisions focused on combat. Additionally, there are the Taiyin Shaoyin, Sun Shaoyang, forming a total of seven divisions, each led by a master at the Sanctuary King Realm Tenth Layer. Because of this structure, even our Zhen Tian Legion dares not casually attack Wuyuan City!" The Zhen Tian Legion and the Ninth Army Corps could be described as rivals, sworn enemies. Tan Huajian was thoroughly familiar with the strengths of the Ninth Army Corps.

Xiao Yi raised an eyebrow, finally understanding why everyone objected when he suggested attacking Wuyuan City.

Qi Sha, Tan Lang, Po Jun, and other seven divisions, each led by a Saint King Tenth Layer master.

This configuration far surpasses the prowess of the Zhen Tian Legion.

"Your Highness Saint Heir, are you planning to take the initiative and attack?" Tan Huajian asked.

Xiao Yi shook his head, "No rush for now, we’ve been marching briskly without rest, let’s allow the brothers a break first."

They had marched tirelessly without a moment’s pause.

Even Xiao Yi felt somewhat fatigued.

In contrast, the enemy lay in wait, well-rested.

Launching an attack now is not opportune.

Meanwhile.

Within the camps of Qi Sha and Po Jun Divisions.

Generals Xue Qinghe and Zheng Xiaoyu of the Qi Sha and Po Jun Divisions, were currently sitting around a stove, savoring golden roasted beast meat emitting a brilliant glow.

Empty wine jars were strewn about, no fewer than a dozen in number.

Though each jar was empty, a strong fragrance of wine lingered.

"Xiaoyu, the Army Commander assigned us to guard the front lines, yet here we are drinking. If the Army Commander finds out..." Xue Qinghe expressed with concern as he gnawed on the beast meat in his hand.

Zheng Xiaoyu waved dismissively, "Qi Sha and Po Jun are our trusted troops. Who would bother reporting us? Besides, what are the Judgment Camp and Xiao Yi? You and I, even when not entirely sober, could crush them single-handedly, let alone worry?"

"But Xiao Yi did defeat Yunjing City and even killed Huo Changtian..." Xue Qinghe frowned, feeling that Zheng Xiaoyu underestimated their opponent excessively.

"Huo Changtian?"

Zheng Xiaoyu sneered, full of disdain, "That Zheng Xiaoyu is not from the Four Sacred Lands, merely a Loose Cultivator. Though he’s at the Ninth Peak of the Saint King Realm, just a minor step below us, in real combat power among our Ninth Army Corps’ seven generals, anyone could crush him single-handedly. Rest assured!"

Xue Qinghe found sense in his words.

The seven generals of the Ninth Army Corps were all from the Extreme Bliss Heavenly Palace, like Xu Tianle.

Extreme Bliss Heavenly Palace.

The top sect in the entire Blissful Heaven Realm.

Always looked down on Loose Cultivators and family powers.

Glug glug glug!

Zheng Xiaoyu downed several gulps of strong wine, exclaiming in satisfaction, just as a silver-armored lieutenant entered. Frowning slightly, he asked, "Zheng Li, you’re supposed to be on reconnaissance, what are you here for?"

Zheng Li cupped his hands towards Zheng Xiaoyu, ignoring the alcoholic aroma filling the room, and said solemnly, "Reporting to the Generals, I discovered the scouts from the Judgment Camp. They are resting eight thousand miles from the Wuyuan Plains at Dragon Head Mountain."

"Oh? Have they finally arrived?"

Zheng Xiaoyu’s eyes lit up, then he turned to Xue Qinghe, "Qinghe, didn’t I just say? Xiao Yi isn’t as formidable as rumored. If he truly were, he couldn’t wait to attack us by now!"

"Xiaoyu, we must remain cautious!" Xue Qinghe advised calmly.

Compared to Zheng Xiaoyu, he was more prudent in his actions.

Indeed.

Xu Tianle had selected Xue Qinghe to accompany Zheng Xiaoyu in the campaign.

Zheng Xiaoyu scoffed, possessing the rare Yellow Sand Body. Once in combat, he could unleash Sacred Body Divine Skills, summoning endless sandstorms to fight for him, and with a Sand Body, he was nearly immortal.

Thus.

Zheng Xiaoyu always served as the vanguard in the Ninth Army Corps’ sieges and assaults.

But due to his imperious and aggressive ways, Xu Tianle rarely allowed him to command the troops independently.

Always with Xue Qinghe as a supervisor.

This made Zheng Xiaoyu reluctant to easily refute Xue Qinghe’s ideas, so he said, "Then what do you suggest? Wait in place?"

Xue Qinghe pondered, "This is the best option!"

"Qinghe..."

Zheng Xiaoyu proposed his differing view, "I still think we should strike first. Xiao Yi and the Judgment Camp traveled hastily from Yunjing City, they’re at their weakest and most exhausted now. Surprise assault would be most effective..."

Xue Qinghe shook his head, his voice deep, "How can you be sure they’re not luring us intentionally?"

Seeing the two at an impasse.

Zheng Li interjected solemnly, "Why not let me take a force to probe them?"

"That’s a good idea!" Zheng Xiaoyu nodded, looking at Xue Qinghe.

Xue Qinghe, after a brief deliberation.

Though still not endorsing the suggestion, it was a better alternative than having Zheng Xiaoyu lead an abrupt charge.

Xue Qinghe nodded, "Fine, let Zheng Li take the third battalion to test them first." He paused, then narrowed his eyes, "Zheng Li, challenge the Judgment Camp’s leader Tan Huajian when you arrive."

"Understood!"

Zheng Li nodded respectfully, then withdrew.

Xue Qinghe squinted, watching him depart.

Zheng Xiaoyu nonchalantly said, "With Zheng Li involved, rest assured!"

This Zheng Li was Zheng Xiaoyu’s martial assistant.

Having trained with him from youth at the Extreme Bliss Heavenly Palace.

He had also reached the Ninth Peak of the Saint King Realm, and his combat prowess even surpassed Huo Changtian by a notch. 𝒇𝒓𝙚𝒆𝔀𝓮𝓫𝒏𝓸𝙫𝓮𝓵.𝓬𝙤𝙢

Zheng Xiaoyu had utmost confidence in him.

As they spoke.

Zheng Xiaoyu lifted his wine jar, grinning, "Chances are... before this jar empties, he will have already slain Tan Huajian and returned triumphantly..."