Upon learning this news, Ning Fengzhi, who was at the front line of the Star Luo Empire, frowned deeply and immediately found Crown Prince Dai Mubai of the Star Luo Empire and told him about it.
" Sect Master Ning, what did you say? My father... he's passed away?" Dai Mubai's eyes were filled with disbelief.
"Yes, the Spirit Hall chose to launch a surprise attack on the Star Luo Imperial Palace this time. Three Titled Douluo joined forces, and your father and the Empress sacrificed their lives to protect the palace," Ning Fengzhi said slowly.
After hearing Ning Fengzhi's words, Xing Dai Mubai froze on the spot. He never expected that his father would leave this world in such a way. His eyes were red and tears streamed down his face. He suddenly knelt on the ground and kowtowed in the direction of the Star Luo Empire. His heart was filled with self-blame and regret, but there was also a faint trace of joy.
"Father, it's all my fault for being unfilial and failing to protect you..." Dai Mubai almost sobbed uncontrollably, his heart filled with pain. Ning Fengzhi went over and helped Dai Mubai up.
"Your Highness, now is not the time to be sad. You must pull yourself together; you still have responsibilities to bear."
Dai Mubai looked up at Ning Fengzhi, "What should I do? I have absolutely no idea what to do." Ning Fengzhi a deep breath, "We need to stabilize the situation in the Star Luo Empire as soon as possible. At the same time, we must also counterattack the Spirit Hall. Since they dared to attack our palace, we must make them pay the price."
"A country cannot be without a ruler for a day. Now that war has broken out, the most important thing is to ascend the throne as soon as possible, become the new emperor, and stabilize the situation," Ning Fengzhi said, expressing his thoughts.
Dai Mubai gritted his teeth, a resolute glint in his eyes. "Then let's do it this way." Ning Fengzhi nodded. "Without further ado, let's proceed with the coronation ceremony immediately." In the temporary palace on the front lines of the Star Luo Empire, Dai Mubai underwent a simple coronation ceremony, becoming the new emperor of the Star Luo Empire. He vowed to avenge his father and make the Spirit Hall pay for their actions.
Dai Mubai knew that he was now the emperor of the Star Luo Empire, and every decision he made would affect the entire war situation. He needed to be more mature and calm. After Dai Mubai's coronation ceremony, he immediately mobilized the entire army. He wanted to convey this message to everyone, letting them know that the Star Luo Empire had a new emperor, and that they would not collapse because of the loss of their former emperor. Instead, they would be more united and determined.
"Sect Leader Ning, I hope you can stay by my side. I need a person of great wisdom, and you are the best candidate," Dai Mubai said to Ning Fengzhi.
"Your Majesty, my arrival here is the result of discussions within the Alliance, so I will not leave easily. Moreover, I volunteered to come to the Star Luo Empire front, since the Star Luo Empire army is stronger and has a better chance of breaking through the Spirit Hall Empire's defenses sooner," Ning Fengzhi explained with a smile.
"In that case, I thank Sect Master Ning." Dai Mubai said immediately. "Sect Master, how should we counterattack the Spirit Hall now?" Ning Fengzhi pondered for a moment. " The Spirit Hall probably thinks that we have lost our will to fight because of this sneak attack. Next, they will continue to attack us, intending to defeat us in one fell swoop."
We need to develop a comprehensive plan to show them that we are not so easily defeated.
"What are your thoughts, Sect Master Ning?" Dai Mubai asked.
Ning Fengzhi smiled slightly, "First, we need to stabilize the morale of the army and let them know that even though the late emperor has passed away, you are still here, and the Star Luo Empire still exists. Second, we need to strengthen the protection of the imperial palace and cannot allow them to attack so recklessly any longer."
Dai Mubai nodded. " Sect Master Ning is absolutely right. So, what should we do next?" Ning Fengzhi smiled and said, "We can adopt a strategy of luring the enemy deep into our territory in the upcoming battle."
"Lure the enemy deep into our territory?" Dai Mubai, somewhat puzzled. "Yes, lure the enemy deep into our territory." Ning Fengzhi nodded. "We can have the frontline troops feign a rout to attract the Spirit Hall's Soul Master to pursue us, and then lead them into our trap."
"That's a good strategy." A determined glint flashed in Dai Mubai. "Then let's make the arrangements immediately." Ning Fengzhi nodded. "There's no time to lose, let's make the arrangements right away."
Just as the Star Luo Empire was employing a strategy of luring the enemy deep into their territory, Bibi Dong sat in the Papal Palace, quietly reviewing the battle reports from the front lines. She said in a deep voice, "This surprise attack caused some chaos among the Star Luo Empire's frontline troops, but it didn't achieve the effect I expected. It seems Ning Fengzhi has some skill; he stabilized the situation so quickly."
"Send the order: all Titled Douluo are away from the capital must return to the Papal Palace."
In the days that followed, Dai Mubai and Ning Fengzhi of the Star Luo Empire adopted a strategy of luring the enemy deep into their territory. They successfully led several pursuing Soul Douluo from the Spirit Hall into a trap, then concentrated their superior forces and annihilated them in one fell swoop, despite losing over a thousand soldiers. This victory greatly boosted the morale of the Star Luo Empire, and they were no longer in a situation where they were being suppressed by the Spirit Hall.
However, in the days that followed, the Spirit Hall sent several more Soul Douluo to the front lines, and the Star Luo Empire lost several cities in succession. The Soul Douluo- level combat power put enormous pressure on the Star Luo Empire's front-line troops. But Dai Mubai did not give up. He and Ning Fengzhi continued to develop more detailed plans, hoping to turn the tide.
In the ongoing battle between the two sides, countless people have lost their Life. The war has entered a fierce stage, and no one can predict who will be the final victor. This war continues.
Amidst the vortex of war, Dai Mubai and Ning Fengzhi sat in a makeshift tent, facing a sand table, deep in thought. "The number of Soul Douluo in the Spirit Hall seems to be increasing. Our army can no longer play a significant role against these high-level Soul Master working together," Ning Fengzhi said, frowning.
Dai Mubai clenched his fist. "We must come up with more solutions, otherwise, we can only watch helplessly as they get closer and closer to us."
"I have a plan, but it needs to be discussed between the Alliance, since my idea is a bit crazy," Ning Fengzhi said slowly.
"What's your plan?" Dai Mubai asked curiously.
"Most of the Spirit Hall's forces are currently deployed elsewhere, leaving Spirit City vulnerable. Since the Spirit Hall dared to launch a surprise attack on the Imperial Palace, why don't we launch a surprise attack on the Papal Palace instead?"
(End of this chapter)