The Abyss army had yet to arrive, but tension already gripped the entire continent.
Compared with the Sun Moon Empire, which was sharpening its weapons, readying its troops, and building defensive lines, the Three Great Empires reacted far more slowly. For one thing, they had no Heavenly Mirror, so news could not spread promptly, making communication among the Three Kingdoms exceptionally sluggish.
Moreover, although Jiang Hai had notified all Three Great Empires, most people remained half-convinced and might not respond quickly. Even Shrek Academy could not change that. After all, the Three Great Empires were three different nations, and Shrek Academy belonged to none of them. Their interests differed as well. How could joining forces be so easy?
What was more, there were the soul beasts of the Star Dou Great Forest, the experts of several Secluded Sects, and the formation of their own Soul Engineer Legions to consider.
These past few days, Shrek Academy had been working without pause, with not even a moment to catch its breath.
Meanwhile, the Far North army led by Jiang Hai finally reached Dongyang City.
A stunning woman in fiery-red and gold armor was the first to greet them. Her gaze swept over the imposing soul beasts, and a trace of astonishment flashed through her eyes, especially at the sight of the beast kings.
Hundred-thousand-year soul beasts-even in the human world, they were terrifying beings akin to beast kings.
Even Ju Zi had never seen so many soul beasts gathered together before.
"Teacher Jiang, congratulations on returning safely!" Ju Zi stepped forward and spoke respectfully.
Beneath her armor, her skin was as smooth and soft as white silk. After several years, her face had gained a touch of martial resolve. It was easy to imagine how much she had experienced during that time.