The Path of the Martial Arts BOSS-Chapter 1198 - 223: Before the Battle

"Boom boom boom······"

Outside Tianjing City, the war drums thundered. From the Great Zhou to Daqian, this ancient city with a history of nine hundred years, once again faced a cataclysmic disaster today.

The Northern Zhou army had been besieging fortresses for days, advancing with the support of several Divinity Realm warriors. In merely six days, they had marched from Jue Ling Pass to Tianjing, imposing their might on the capital of Daqian.

Compared to the previous sudden attack by three supreme warriors from Japan, this time, the Northern Zhou army was truly at the city gates, bringing hundreds of thousands of troops to lay siege, making everyone realize that Daqian was on the brink of collapse.

"After days of marching, we finally press towards the capital of Daqian."

On the high platform of Northern Zhou's Central Army, several Divinity Realm figures gazed at the towering city walls in the distance, unable to suppress their sighs.

"Three hundred years ago, when Ji Muqing usurped the Zhou and established Daqian, everyone thought Ji Muqing's reign was illegitimate and that Daqian wouldn't last long. But who would have thought Daqian endured and even had a time of dominance over the world."

Mo Guming pressed a hand on his sword handle, laughing aloud: "Later, Ji Muqing attempted to overpower the worldly society, making everyone fearful and provoking rebellion. At that time, some thought Daqian wouldn't last, but who would have thought Ji Muqing would fight the Taoist sect first, then suppress the Buddhist sect, and battle the previous Supreme Taoist for three days and nights, gaining a slight advantage and reigning over the worldly society.

After that, everyone feared Ji Muqing, and we from the Demon Path didn't dare show ourselves, fearing being persecuted.

Later, when Ji Muqing waged war on the Southern Border, some conspired in secret to assassinate the Emperor, but found hardly anyone to join."

"Indeed, I remember my master did not dare to act, but Daqian's pressure was too great, forcing him to act. Before he left, he passed the position of Manor Master of the Seven Absolute Manor to me, even setting down his will, and with a heart set on death, went to Ling Province to respond to the call to assassinate the Emperor." The Seven Extremes Elder also looked reminiscent.

At that time, everyone actually went to Ling Province with the intention of dying in ambush, and many wrote their wills in advance, thinking they wouldn't survive the assassination.

"The same goes for my Grandmaster," Mo Guming said, "Although everyone was determined, in reality, they never thought they could succeed, nor did they expect to actually kill Ji Muqing. Just like three hundred years later, no one would have thought that Daqian, which should have been at its peak, would suddenly take a sharp downturn."

Three hundred years ago, even with the alliance of the Righteous and Demonic paths, they couldn't destroy Daqian, although they killed Ji Muqing, they lost ninety-nine percent of their top warriors.

And today, Daqian, much stronger than three hundred years ago, is still about to fall to Northern Zhou.

It just goes to show that fate is unpredictable, and fortune changes unexpectedly.

Yun Wuyue, holding an Array Plate, slowly stepped onto the high platform, and the Array Plate in her arms gently began to glow, revealing a figure on the platform.

"Daoist Master."

Everyone saluted the figure.

"Tianjing······"

Qing Yu gazed at the capital of Daqian, "Speaking of which, this poor Daoist has never been to Tianjing. Back then, on my way from Ling Province to Northern Zhou for studies, I only glanced at this capital of Daqian from afar."

At that time, Qing Yu was forced by Lu Qifeng to enter the Six Gates, becoming an undercover agent, and went to act as a mole at the Mountain River Academy. It was a time of panic, and even when passing near Tianjing, there was no desire to visit the world's most prosperous place.

Later, after rebelling against the Six Gates, and becoming a mortal enemy of Daqian, naturally, there was even less reason to walk into Tianjing and throw oneself into the net.

Even previously, during the great battle of Tianjing, Qing Yu hadn't entered the city. Such things were somewhat disgraceful, and he hadn't mentioned them. 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

"Back then, this poor Daoist never expected that when I finally set foot in Tianjing, it would no longer be the Tianjing of Daqian." Qing Yu smiled faintly.

"We will do our utmost to capture Tianjing for the Daoist Master." Xuanyin Sword Residence and others said in unison.

It seemed they had resolved to spare no cost, probably even using the Forbidden Technique later.

"Doing your utmost is one thing, but refrain from using Forbidden Techniques," Qing Yu waved his hand, "Mu Cangsheng and the likes are long gone. This poor Daoist has already prepared means to deal with him. The siege today will surely be swiftly successful."

Means?

Everyone looked towards Yun Wuyue, who held the Array Plate.

If there were any means, it might be something this Young Master Yun had brought.

But looking at Yun Wuyue's expression, it seemed even she didn't know what the means were.

"Don't speculate, she has arrived." Qing Yu said indifferently.

A streak of light flew from afar, swept over the army, and landed on the high platform. As the glow faded, a pristine female crown appeared, her Daoist boots lightly stepping, eyes like rippling water falling on Qing Yu, and······

On Yun Wuyue, who was holding the Array Plate.

The two women exchanged glances and nodded, though nothing intriguing happened, leaving the onlookers somewhat disappointed.

"Master Xuanzhen, greetings." Yun Zheng was the first to salute.

"Greetings, Master." All except Yun Wuyue holding the Array Plate greeted Xuanzhen.

Everyone knew Xuanzhen, Qing Yu's senior martial uncle. However, previously they didn't know about the implicit relationship between Xuanzhen and Qing Yu. Today, seeing Yun Zheng, a martial artist of the Divinity Realm, so respectful, these old foxes sensed a clue.

"Greetings, everyone." The female crown returned the salute.

"Xuanzhen will handle Mu Cangsheng, rest assured. As for the others, the War Beast Heavenly Slaughter and Yin Sect Master will deal with them, and the Xuanyin Sword Residence and the Four Swords can capture more than five Divinity Realm warriors.

If things go awry, this poor Daoist will come as well. In this battle, Daqian has not even a slight chance of victory." Qing Yu said.

"No need to trouble the Daoist Master, we will surely capture Tianjing, and clean it up, waiting for your arrival." Seven Extremes Elder laughed.

"That would be best." Qing Yu's figure disappeared in an instant.

"Master is conducting pre-battle meditation, once finished, the siege will begin." Yun Wuyue put away the Array Plate, telling everyone.

Then, she looked at Xuanzhen, softly saying: "Mu Cangsheng is in your hands, Daoist Xuanzhen."

"I will naturally handle Qing Yu's matters with care." Xuanzhen smiled in response.

"That would be best."

After speaking, they both quietly looked towards Tianjing, waiting for Yin Tianxia to finish meditating.

"······" Mo Guming glanced around, suddenly transmitting to Ye Lingshuang, "Doesn't it feel like a storm is coming, there's a sense of urgency."

Ye Lingshuang lightly shook her folding fan, maintaining a charming smile, replied via transmission: "Think of it like that. If you're nervous, you can go take care of your needs."

"I've been fasting for years, no need for that." Mo Guming replied.

"Then shut up and wait, don't say more." Ye Lingshuang transmitted back.

Mo Guming: "······"