Sheng Zheng and Councilor Duan both wished to enter the fray, but Celestial Xia possessed a method capable of annihilating even one's true body. It was truly alarming.
If they went with external bodies, they would naturally have nothing to fear. Yet now they hesitated, unable to bring themselves to set out.
The two remained silent for a while. Seeing that neither moved, Councilor Duan finally said, "If we truly cannot hold them back, why not take a step back as before? Withdraw to the rear, then return after we have rested and reorganized. In any case, our reserves are sufficient and remain abundant. Even if there is a shortfall, we can ask the rear for more."
Although the two halls no longer supported them with treasures that suppressed the Dao, manpower and resources meant solely for consumption could still be dispatched. After all, this was the general strategy of the two halls. If they refused to provide even these things, then they would have reason to return.
Sheng Zheng's gaze swept back and forth below. Although many places on the Rampart's surface had been breached, it could still hold for a short while. He said, "If we retreat this time, will we be able to return? Our treasures that suppressed the Dao can only maintain an even balance with Celestial Xia. Now that we have lost another four people, even if we avoid them for the moment, do you still think we can overpower them?"
Councilor Duan persuaded him, "Taking a step back is no difficult matter. Celestial Xia's offensive is fierce this time, but it should only be a brief burst of strength. I do not believe they can sustain it for long. There is nothing wrong with temporarily avoiding the edge of their blade."
He said this