Decisive Battle Approaches

Langtian City.

Compared to its former prosperity, Langtian City has lost its former glory as the second largest city under the Langya Pavilion these days, replaced by a heavy sense of desolation.

Still dressed in pristine white, Xiao Han sat cross-legged on the top floor of the City Lord's Mansion in the center of Langtian City, gazing at the distant scenery, his heart as calm as a still pond.

"Pavilion Master, the last group of people has already evacuated from Langtian City," the Second Elder said solemnly from behind.

As the site of an impending major battle, Langya Pavilion had no intention of hiding it from the world. As a result, many people had already left upon hearing the news. After all, money can be earned again, but once life is lost, it is truly gone.

Just now, the last group of residents had left, and the entire Langtian City had once again become a fortified stronghold.

Since the establishment of Langtian City, it has experienced several wars. However, the most dangerous time was when the Soul Hall and the Heaven Demon Phoenix Clan launched a joint attack. There were not many powerful figures to speak of.

But this time the situation is completely different. Their opponent is the Soul Clan, the most powerful force in the world, without exception!

If not handled carefully, this war-torn city could be reduced to ruins, and if bad luck strikes, there may be no possibility of rebuilding it.

As the sun sets, the blazing sun, about to disappear below the horizon, paints the sky a crimson hue, a magnificent and beautiful sight to behold from afar.

Xiao Han couldn't help but ask, "Second Elder, do you think we can win this time?"

Upon hearing this, the Second Elder grinned and said, "Pavilion Master, aren't you just asking a question you already know the answer to?"

"If we cannot win, why would you lead our Langya Pavilion into this war?"

Xiao Han's composure and caution are renowned throughout the Langya Pavilion. He would never have started a war without absolute certainty.

Xiao Han laughed and said, "Pavilion Master, I am Xiao Clan Descendant. Sooner or later, I will have to face the Soul Clan, won't I?"

"If Your Pavilion Master has nothing else to do, you may have some tea here." The Second Elder turned around and said, "This old man still needs to prepare to inventory the spoils of war!"

They clearly didn't take Xiao Han's words seriously. In the Second Elder's view, their Pavilion Master was simply bored.

Failure? Their Langya Pavilion hadn't experienced the pain of defeat for countless years, though they had certainly tasted the bitterness of victory.

"This old man..."

Seeing the Second Elder leave without warning, Xiao Han couldn't help but smile. He hadn't expected this old man to have so much confidence in him!

Their first meeting was inside an Ancient Ruins. He had snatched the treasure that the red-haired old man had his eye on. After leaving the Ruins, the Second Elder and his underlings surrounded Xiao Han.

In the end, he easily defeated the entire sect with just one gun, not only without creating any enmity, but also gaining a subordinate to command.

Even when Langya Pavilion was first established, the other party decisively disbanded the sect and took his confidants to join him, successfully gaining a position as an elder of the Langya Pavilion.

This was also the thing the Second Elder was most proud of in his life, and he often boasted that he had a keen eye for talent and had caught a good time.

"How could we possibly lose this time..." Xiao Han said, his eyes slightly dazed.

Even if it's just for the sake of those behind me, I can't possibly lose!

"What are you thinking about!" Just as Xiao Han was lost in thought, Ye Jianxin's voice suddenly rang in Xiao Han's ears.

His clothes fluttered in the wind, and his long hair was casually tied up with a hairband. Combined with his handsome and extraordinary appearance, he had the air of a reclusive sword immortal.

"Of course it's about stepping down and retiring," Xiao Han said calmly.

"Retire?" Ye Jianxin nodded in agreement. "That is indeed your idea."

He could often hear Xiao Han whispering in his ear, saying that he must pass on the throne as soon as possible, so he could slack off and live a carefree life.

"We'll go together then! The Fierce Qi Continent is so vast, it's definitely worth exploring."

"However, before retiring..." Ye Jianxin's tone shifted, a somewhat malicious smile appearing on his face.

"Why don't you go and greet those guests yourself?"

Xiao Han's gaze sharpened slightly as he stared at a certain point in the space above. He smiled faintly and said in a clear voice:

"Since you're all here, why not show yourselves?"

"Hahaha~"

"Ice Saint, how have you been?" As Xiao Han finished speaking, ripples spread through the void, and more than a hundred powerful figures appeared, the leaders of which were the patriarchs of the surviving Ancient Races.

"So many powerful individuals, truly worthy of being Ancient Races." Ye Jianxin exclaimed in amazement as he surveyed the team composed entirely of Dou Sheng Expert.

On average, almost every Ancient Races had around thirty to forty Dou Sheng. Even though the Yao Clan suffered heavy losses of Dou Sheng Expert, it still had more than ten Dou Sheng Expert left.

In terms of sheer numbers, the Central Plains forces could probably only reach this level if they tied Langya Pavilion and Heavenly Mansion Alliance together.

"We, the strong ones, will go first; the main force will arrive in a day," Gu Yuan said with a smile.

"Thank you all for your support," Xiao Han said, cupping his hands in thanks.

"However..." Xiao Han's tone shifted, and he asked doubtfully, "Aren't you all worried that the Soul Clan might ambush us along the way?"

"Ambush?" Gu Yuan was slightly taken aback, then shook his head and laughed, "Before the decisive battle, the Soul Emperor wouldn't do such useless things."

"After all, the real battleground this time is still with us."

This is a very realistic statement. In such a major battle, most of the others are just there to boost morale and have no ability to influence the war. Even if they have the corresponding battle formation, it won't make a difference!

If the Battle of the Dou Sheng cannot withstand the attack, the others will only become slaughtered piglets.

"But..."

"I never imagined that the renowned Ice Saint of Central Plains was actually Xiao Clan Descendant. We old folks were really blind," Gu Yuan said with a sigh.

Earlier, Xiao Xuan had explained the ins and outs of the matter in a detailed message, which naturally included Xiao Han's identity. At that time, it truly shocked the patriarchs of the various Ancient Races for quite some time.

However, considering the current state of the Xiao Clan, this makes sense. With such a powerful figure supporting them, the Xiao Clan's situation is naturally not bad.

At the same time, everyone was filled with envy; the Xiao Clan was not destined to perish!

Even though he was already half-dead, such a monstrous talent suddenly appeared out of nowhere.

Xiao Han simply smiled in response. Soon, someone came to greet them and arranged suitable accommodations for the many powerful individuals. At this point, only the clan leaders, Xiao Han, and Ye Jianxin remained on the top floor.

Gu Yuan sensed for a moment, then asked with doubt, "Does the Ice Saint know where Xiao Xuan is?"

Before Xiao Han could answer, Xiao Xuan's voice drifted over, and in an instant, he appeared before everyone, declaring, "Of course I'm here!"

"How could we attack the Soul Clan without Xiao Clan present?"

The streaks of Flowing Light from behind arrived in an instant, and when the figures appeared, they were ten distinct formations of a hundred people each. The leaders were powerful and profound, clearly at the level of Dou Sheng.

"This..."

"The Judge!"

Upon seeing the Sword and Shield Emblem on the chests of the formation members and the familiar Battle Armor, the chieftains of the Ancient Races exclaimed in surprise. They unanimously recalled the Xiao Clan's elite legion, which was no less powerful than the Gu Clan's Black Annihilation Army.

"Hehe~"

"With so many people here, it seems my Heavenly Mansion, is quite perfect!"

Then, Elder Yao's voice rang in everyone's ears, followed by a large group of the Heavenly Mansion Alliance experts.

Upon seeing Elder Yao, Yao Dan, the Medicine Tribe Clan Leader, had a complex expression but ultimately said nothing.

"Greetings, Medicine Saint!" Xiao Han said with a smile.

"I dare not accept such praise!" Elder Yao declined repeatedly, sighing, "I never imagined that the Ice Saint was from the same lineage as my disciple."

"No wonder he helped an old man like me so much back then; it turns out there was another reason behind it."

Once again, the Elder Yao recalled Xiao Han's kindness in giving him pills and formulas, and his doubts were finally answered.

"The Medicine Saint has now become Ninth Grade Mysterious Pill, hasn't he?"

"It seems my little bit of stuff is still somewhat useful."

"Mysterious Pill Alchemist?" Everyone turned their shocked gazes to the slightly surprised Elder Yao. He was one of the few Grandmaster Alchemist in the world today. With such a status, he would be treated as an honored guest wherever he went.

The latter then asked in confusion, "How did the Ice Saint know this? I only recently broke through to the next level."

That Ninth Grade Mysterious Pill is still warm and safe in my Storage Ring!

Xiao Han chuckled, "After all, Elder Yao's soul is now close to transformation. Becoming a true Mysterious Pill Grandmaster shouldn't be a problem for him!"

Upon meeting, Xiao Han keenly sensed a similar aura in Elder Yao's soul to that of himself when he was on the verge of a breakthrough. Given the right opportunity, another Emperor Realm Soul would be born on the Fierce Qi Continent, making him the first Alchemist to possess Emperor Realm Soul.

"Alright, enough talk." Xiao Han waved his hand. "Right now, our priority is to work together to fight against the Soul Clan."

Upon hearing this, everyone's expressions turned serious, and they focused their attention on the great battle two days later. After arranging things for the experts from the Heavenly Mansion, Elder Yao also joined in.

Finally, after everyone looked around, Xiao Han, the host, spoke first.