The Melee Begins

Since they could not reach an agreement, only one option remained.

That was to fight!

However, once they started fighting, the battle would naturally turn into a melee. There was no possibility of targeting the Soul Clan without targeting the Yao Clan.

The Yao Clan would not cease attacking the Gu Clan just because the Gu Clan targeted the Soul Clan.

Everyone wanted to reap the benefits while others fought.

Therefore, either everyone acted together, or no one acted at all. The Soul Clan was not stupid; they would not foolishly charge at the front and make Wedding Dresses for the Yao Clan, Thunder Clan, and other Gu Clan members.

Though they truly did have a grudge against the Gu Clan.

When it came to kicking someone while they were down, the Soul Clan would be letting themselves down if they hesitated even slightly.

Thus, there was no need to think about it. The battlefield against the Soul Clan was destined to be the most dangerous.

Moreover, they also had to deal with the Yao Clan at the same time.

The Gu Clan was not a monolith internally, either.

There were no naysayers.

Not merely because of their positions.

It was also because such words would shake morale.

No one wanted to die so unjustly.

Besides, even if they surrendered, the Soul Clan would not spare them. In plain terms, there had never been any room for retreat between them and the Soul Clan. That was true for both sides.

However, they did not understand Gu Xun'er's approach.

"There are clearly better ways to handle this."

"Either make a tactical transfer and fight the Soul Clan one-on-one."

"Or reveal the secret realm and leave safely."

"I would like to ask Miss Xun'er what reason drove you to make such an