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"Ah."
Wang Yi sighed and said, "Since that's the case, I will make my move now!"
"Arrogant."
Dar was furious upon hearing this. Seeing Wang Yi's calm demeanor, as if he didn't take him seriously at all, his eyes flashed with killing intent. Just as he was about to strike, a bright light suddenly appeared before him. The light grew brighter and brighter until it covered his eyes. His pupils rapidly contracted in shock, and then he saw that the area was filled with Blood Mist.
"Ah!"
In the next moment, Dar let out a piercing scream as an arm fell from the air, and a shower of blood rained down like beautiful poppy flowers.
"You..." Dar looked at Wang Yi in horror, unable to speak for a long time. What kind of strength was this? He had no power to resist in front of him; it was truly terrifying.
"Whoosh."
Wang Yi moved swiftly, crossing a hundred feet in an instant. He grabbed Dar by the shoulder like an eagle catching a chicken and threw him to the ground, allowing him to emit a shrill scream while calmly looking at Wanyan Sheng.
"This general... Wanyan Sheng pays respects to Lord Wang." Wanyan Sheng looked at Wang Yi in fear, regretting deeply that he had forgotten about the most outstanding figure of the Song Dynasty and had even sent Dar to seek death recklessly.
"Wanyan General, does it seem that there is no one left in my Song Kingdom?" Wang Yi's expression turned cold as he directed his gaze at Tuoba Hong. With a wave of his hand, Tuoba Hong immediately felt an overwhelming suction force enveloping him. He couldn't help but cry out in shock, trembling as he looked at Wang Yi in terror and said, "Please forgive me, Lord Wang!"
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Wang Yi waved his hand again, and Tuoba Hong was instantly bound by an invisible force and thrown to the ground, spitting out a mouthful of blood.
"Wanyan General, is it possible now?" Wang Yi asked calmly as he looked at Wanyan Sheng.
“Lord Wang, please forgive me, and spare Tuoba Hong.” At this moment, Wanyan Sheng no longer had any trace of his previous arrogance; he was sweating profusely and his voice trembled.
“The Jin Kingdom has been defeated. I think it’s time for you to withdraw your troops,” Wang Yi asked with a fierce gaze and a calm voice.
“Lord Wang, please stop and spare General Wanyan,” Zhao Kuangyin slowly rose and spoke gently.
Upon hearing this, Wang Yi relaxed his grip, and Tuoba Hong immediately collapsed to the ground like a boneless water snake, gasping for air, looking at Wang Yi with fear in his eyes.
“General Wanyan, according to the agreement between our two nations, please inform Wanyan the Great to withdraw the troops,” Zhao Kuangyin said.
“It’s too late for Emperor Zhao,” Wanyan Sheng laughed maniacally. “I believe that our Jin Kingdom's army has already breached Meng Pass and will soon reach Fengdu.”
“What did you say?” Zhao Kuangyin's expression darkened instantly as he asked sternly. A powerful aura of a Transcendence Realm Fifth Layer Expert emanated from him, enveloping Wanyan Sheng. Under this terrifying energy, Wanyan Sheng collapsed to the ground, cold sweat pouring down him, completely powerless to resist.
“Hahaha…” Surprisingly, Wanyan Sheng remained undeterred and nearly shouted, “Our Jin Kingdom's army has breached Meng Pass and will soon arrive at Fengdu. By then, your entire Song Kingdom will be trampled underfoot by my Dajin Kingdom's warriors…”
“Crack!”
Zhao Kuangyin's expression hardened as he directly grasped Wanyan Sheng's throat. With a snap, blood surged forth, and the latter's breath ceased.
“Urgent report!”
At that moment, a shout suddenly came from outside the training ground.
Everyone was taken aback as they saw a bloodied warrior staggering towards them. “Your Majesty, Meng Pass has fallen! The Jin Kingdom's million-strong army has already advanced into Fengdu.”
“Where is Yue Yi?” Zhao Kuangyin asked in a deep voice.
“General Yue fought fiercely against the enemy but was shot dead by the arrows of the Jin Kingdom's army,” the warrior gasped.
“Report…”
Suddenly, another long voice rang out: “Your Majesty, General Wanyan Kang of the Jin Kingdom has personally led a million troops as vanguard and has appeared three hundred paces outside the city.”
“This is disastrous. Meng Pass is the first line of defense for our Song Dynasty and also the last barrier. Now that the Jin Kingdom has breached Meng Pass, they can march southward unimpeded and reach Fengdu in less than three days. What shall we do?”
“General Yue Yi is the pillar of our Song Kingdom, the great support of our nation. With his death, I fear there will be no one left to lead our troops.”
“Sigh, it seems we can only ask Zhen Nan Wang to lead the army now.”
Before he finished speaking, a commotion erupted among the civil and military officials, all filled with panic.
“Silence!” Zhao Kuangyin waved his hand and glanced around, speaking sternly.
“Father, the Jin Kingdom's army is pressing in. Please make a decision soon,” Zhao Xuan stepped forward and bowed.
“Father, please calm down. With General Wanyan Kang's army advancing, we still have some time to prepare. We should choose a general to lead the defense of Fengdu,” Zhao Ling said respectfully.
“Who among you is willing to lead the troops to intercept the Jin Kingdom's army?” Zhao Kuangyin's gaze was sharp as he scanned everyone present. Each person instinctively shrank back, seemingly afraid that Zhao Kuangyin would call their names.
Seeing this, Zhao Kuangyin's expression darkened ominously as he angrily asked, “Is there really no one willing to serve me in leading the troops for the country?”
"Father, Wanyan Kang is known as the greatest general of the Jin Kingdom, having fought on the battlefield for decades and being well-versed in military affairs. Ordinary people would likely find it hard to resist." Zhao Xuan stepped forward and bowed to Zhao Kuangyin, saying, "I ask Father to release Uncle Liu and let him lead the troops into battle."
"The ministers agree."
The civil and military officials all bowed in unison.
"Zhao Huang, in this time of crisis, please prioritize national affairs. Moreover, Zhen Nan Wang has shown kindness to us; I ask Zhao Huang to allow someone to redeem themselves through merit." Wang Yi stepped forward and spoke loudly.
"Very well." Zhao Kuangyin's expression changed several times as he gritted his teeth and said, "Chen Gonggong, immediately send someone to summon my sixth brother and bring him to see me."
"Yes," Chen Gonggong replied with a bow.
"Father, the Jin Kingdom is advancing aggressively. The total number of the Fengdu Army is only about five hundred thousand, while the Jin Kingdom's vanguard alone consists of a million troops. Meng Pass has already been occupied by them, and it is likely that a continuous stream of Jin Army will enter our country. I ask Father to issue an order for all the vassal states to come to the aid of the kingdom." Zhao Xuan bowed again.
Zhao Kuangyin nodded and then issued one command after another, sending out eight hundred urgent reports to various counties in the Song Kingdom.
"Criminal Zhao Hong and Zhao Bin pay their respects to Your Majesty, wishing Your Majesty long life."
At that moment, Chen Gonggong appeared leading two prisoners dressed in prison clothes.
One was tall with thick eyebrows and piercing eyes; despite wearing prison garb, he exuded an aura of power that made others hesitant to look at him. He was none other than Zhen Nan Wang Zhao Hong. Beside him was Zhao Bin, whose face was somewhat gaunt but whose expression was even more resolute.
"At ease," Zhao Kuangyin said calmly.
"Thank you, Your Majesty."
Zhao Hong and Zhao Bin bowed and said, "We do not know why Your Majesty has summoned us, what orders do you have?"
"Zhao Hong, listen carefully. The army of the Jin Kingdom has breached Meng Pass, and General Wanyan Kang personally leads a million troops advancing towards Fengdu. Now I appoint you as the Grand Marshal of the Lower Army, commanding six hundred thousand troops from the capital to redeem your sins. You must go to Border City to confront the enemy and ensure that the Jin Kingdom's forces are held back thirty miles from Border City," Zhao Kuangyin declared.
Border City is a hundred miles from Fengdu and serves as the last bastion of defense. If Border City falls, the Jin Army will sweep southward unimpeded, reaching Fengdu directly. At that point, even Divine Descent would be powerless.
"What?" Zhao Hong was taken aback for a moment and quickly bowed again, saying, "Yes."
"Sixth brother, the safety of millions of citizens in the Song Dynasty and Fengdu depends entirely on you. Do not let me down," Zhao Kuangyin said as he removed his Dragon Robe and personally draped it over Zhao Hong, speaking earnestly.
"Your Majesty, I would dare not serve without risking my life," Zhao Hong replied with a moved expression.
"Your Majesty, I also wish to accompany my father on this expedition to fulfill my duty to the country," Zhao Bin said as he bowed.
"Good. I appoint you as Tiger Might General to accompany your father on this campaign," Zhao Kuangyin nodded.
"Thank you, Your Majesty," Zhao Bin replied with a bow.
"Prince, Wang Yi is waiting here for your good news," Wang Yi said as he led Zhao Ruixue forward with a smile.
"Wang Yi," Zhao Hong looked at Wang Yi with a hint of surprise and said, "I’m so glad you are safe."
"Wang Yi's escape was all thanks to the prince. This time, with the prince personally leading the army into battle, I wish for Wang Yi's triumphant return," Wang Yi said with cupped hands.
"Good." Zhao Hong laughed and bowed to Zhao Kuangyin, saying, "Your Majesty, I shall take my leave."
“Hmm.” Zhao Kuangyin nodded and said, “Don’t worry, Sixth Brother. I have already sent out eight hundred urgent reports, ordering the various counties to come to the aid of the throne. They will arrive shortly.”
“Yes.” Zhao Hong responded and led Zhao Bin away.
“Your Majesty, what about those two?” Chen Gonggong asked quietly, pointing at Tuoba Hong and Dar, who were lying on the ground.
“Kill them and send their bodies to Wanyan Kang,” Zhao Kuangyin said coldly.
“Yes,” Chen Gonggong replied.
“Don’t.”
Tuoba Hong and Dar had long been like lost lambs; they were no match for Chen Gonggong, a Transcendent Realm Expert. In an instant, their heads were severed, and their remains were sent to Wanyan Kang.
“Lord Wang, thank you very much for this,” Zhao Kuangyin said with a cupped fist gesture.
“There’s no need for such formalities, Zhao Huang. Wang Yi is a citizen of the Song Kingdom; this is what I should do,” Wang Yi waved his hand.
“Report…”
At that moment, a long voice rang out.
“Your Majesty, General Wanyan Kang of the Jin Kingdom has sent a letter.” A golden-armored guard knelt on the ground and presented the letter.
“Your Majesty.” Chen Gonggong took the letter and handed it to Zhao Kuangyin.
Zhao Kuangyin slowly opened the Letter, glanced at it, and immediately furrowed his brows.
"Father..."
Zhao Xuan and Zhao Ling both asked.
"Marriage alliance."
Zhao Xuan took the Letter and exclaimed, "This is outrageous! The Jin Kingdom has treacherous ambitions, reneged on their promise to send troops, and now they want a marriage alliance?"
"Your Majesty, our Song Dynasty is rich and strong, with the prince leading the army. How can the mere Jin Kingdom be our opponent? Wanyan Kang's actions only show that he fears our Song Dynasty," said an official with graying whiskers stepping forward.
"Indeed, our Song Kingdom has millions of troops; how can we bow to the thieves of the Jin Kingdom?" another official stepped out and declared loudly.
"That is not correct, Your Majesty. I support the idea of a marriage alliance," said a long-bearded scholar who stepped forward calmly. "Our Song Dynasty only has Meng Pass as a stronghold, and now that Meng Pass has fallen, the Jin Kingdom can march south at any time. On the other hand, our country is in a passive position everywhere; if this continues, we will surely decline. Although Zhen Nan Wang is brave, Wanyan Kang is also a general with many victories and poses a grave threat to our Song Kingdom, which will not be easy to eliminate."
After a pause, he continued, "A marriage alliance is the best opportunity at this critical moment. If we engage in continuous warfare, it will only exhaust our resources and tire our soldiers, ultimately harming the common people. Therefore, I believe that a marriage alliance can avoid war and establish peace between the two nations."
"I second that," another person stepped forward and said, "Your Majesty, if the Grand Princess can marry the Prince of the Jin Kingdom, then in the future she will become the empress of the Jin Kingdom. The two nations will maintain good relations for generations to come, preventing any chaos from occurring. I believe that for the sake of our millions of subjects in the Song Dynasty, the princess would agree."
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