Zhao Xuan had never expected that after merely half a year of not paying attention to outside affairs, Spirit Hall had already swept across more than a third of the continent. Even with the two great empires of the north and south joining forces, they were still completely unable to resist.
At this moment, Spirit Hall was attacking Heaven Dou in the north and Star Luo in the south. Fighting on two fronts had not revealed the slightest sign of decline; instead, it had only grown fiercer, with the momentum to swallow mountains and rivers.
"A month ago, Bibi Dong ascended the throne as emperor in Spirit City. With Spirit City as her capital, and the surrendered kingdoms, duchies, and land seized from the two great empires as her foundation, she established the Spirit Hall Empire."
"She personally led the army and captured Heaven Gate Pass, Heaven Dou Empire's first line of defense. Then she led the army to attack Ling Yun Pass. According to the last intelligence received from outside, Ling Yun Pass likely will not be able to hold out much longer."
"When did the last intelligence arrive?"
"Three days ago."
"Three days ago?"
Zhao Xuan furrowed his brow slightly. Three days was neither particularly long nor short, and he had no idea whether Ling Yun Pass was still in Heaven Dou Empire's hands.
However, Zhao Xuan was certain of one thing: he could not remain in seclusion any longer. If anything happened to Ling Yun Pass in the next few days, Heaven Dou Empire would have only Jialing Pass left as a natural barrier. Spirit Hall's blade would then be pressed directly against Heaven Dou Empire's throat. Once it was cut, Heaven Dou Empire would collapse instantly.
With that thought, Zhao Xuan no longer hesitated. He said