The moment Xiling spoke, many people present held their breath.
They knew what this meant. This was no simple duel between Soul Masters, but a decisive battle that wagered the survival of the entire Douluo Star plane.
If they lost, it would be no exaggeration to say that Douluo Star would be doomed beyond redemption.
Thirty powerhouses above the rank of Super Douluo—this was already close to half of the entire Federation's strength.
"Mr. Speaker, this concerns the fate of the plane. Every one of us here is duty-bound."
"But how exactly do you intend to deploy us? And where will the decisive battle take place? Will that Abyssal Sage King be able to descend across planes?"
The one who spoke was Yu Guanzhi, commander of the Central Legion.
His question voiced the thoughts of everyone present. This was the most urgent issue at hand.
Xiling glanced at him but did not answer immediately. Instead, he raised a hand and drew through the air.
A massive topographical map unfolded in the center of the council chamber. It was a panoramic projection of the Far North.
The sudden display left many people baffled. Before anyone could ask, Xiling said, "The decisive battle will take place in the Far North."
"The Far North?" Yu Guanzhi frowned, his gaze sweeping over the projection. "Mr. Speaker, the Abyssal Passage is in the Endless Mountains. Why choose the Far North as the battlefield?"
"Because I do not believe the Abyss would be foolish enough to fight us in the Endless Mountains. They will certainly open up a new battlefield."
"And the bitterly cold Far North is sparsely populated, making it undoubtedly the best choice."
Upon hearing that, Chen Xinjie immediately rose to his feet, his expression grave. "Mr. Speaker, are you saying that the Abyss