As fierce clashes between radicalism and caution filled the imperial study of the Heaven Dou Empire.
The Star Luo Empire's center of power was likewise shrouded in a heavy, anxious gloom.
The sudden collapse of the Dou Ling Empire swept through the continent's political landscape like a completely unforeseen hurricane.
The Heaven Dou Empire and the Body Sect's joint decapitation operation in Lingdou City.
Its decisiveness, ruthlessness, and efficiency stunned every observer, especially the nearby Star Luo Empire.
Naturally, the Star Luo Empire could not simply watch as the Heaven Dou Empire swallowed the Dou Ling Empire's legacy alone—a prize capable of changing the balance of power across the continent.
Almost the moment the news was confirmed, Star Luo's border legions entered the highest state of alert.
Its diplomatic channels issued the strongest protests and warnings, while troops were swiftly dispatched.
They seized territory bordering the former Dou Ling Empire, creating a de facto standoff with Heaven Dou's sphere of influence.
However, seizing land was one matter; launching an all-out war was another.
Emperor Xu Jiawei stood before an enormous floor-to-ceiling window, his silhouette appearing particularly profound against the map of the empire's territories.
He absentmindedly toyed with a smooth jade pendant in his hand, his brows tightly furrowed.
"Fight, or make peace? Or perhaps... delay?" This dilemma repeatedly tormented his thoughts.
War? Alarms immediately rang in his mind.
The two nations had always been evenly matched in strength.
With the Body Sect's full support, the Heaven Dou Empire might even hold a slight advantage in terms of top-tier traditional Soul Masters.
Although Star Luo possessed an advantage in Soul Tools and a more complete legion system.
Against surprise attacks from peak experts like Du Busi, along with the Body Sect Soul Masters' formidable combat prowess.
The Star Luo Empire