Li Fusheng said, "Strange. Where did this turtle demon come from? Why did we know nothing about it?"
Chu Jiaoling said, "Everyone, don't you find this strange? This time, the demons' way of fighting us has been completely different. From the very first clash, they began stalling, then launched sneak attacks, then conserved their strength, and now another sneak attack. Though demons are no less intelligent than us humans, they rarely employ such meticulously planned methods."
Tian Ziqing nodded. "I find it strange as well. First luring the tiger from the mountain, then suicidal attacks—they've kept all our advantages from coming into play."
Hong Li pondered for a moment, then said, "What do you mean, Fairy Chu?"
Chu Jiaoling said, "We must change our strategy and reach the Dragon Palace as soon as possible. Moving along at this leisurely pace seems to suit them perfectly. No matter what, catching them off guard can't be wrong."
Tian Ziqing nodded. "Exactly. At most, we won't be able to sweep all these demons into one net. But if we seize control of the Dragon Palace, the Demon Race of the East Sea will never have a chance to rise again. The remaining demons can also serve as sparring partners for the younger generation of our human race."
Among the Ascension Stage cultivators of the Seven Hegemons of the East Sea, Chu Jiaoling had always been the leader, while Tian Ziqing served as the strategist. Although Tian Ziqing's performance in recent battles had fallen short of expectations, her prestige remained. With the two of them in agreement, the others had no objections. The ten treasure ships promptly surged to more than double their previous speed.
"Lord Sea Eagle Emperor, the human treasure ships have suddenly accelerated. Our second, third, and fourth plans haven't been