In the final moments of the battle at Moon Capital Pass, the Five Elements Army suddenly leaped down from the mountain walls on both sides, becoming the last straw that broke the camel's back.
Immediately afterwards, the heavy city gates were blasted open, and the Hegemon Cavalry through the pass, transforming into sharp blades as they plunged into the stationed Otherworldly Demon army, sweeping all before them with unstoppable force.
Finally, countless Rune Puppet Legion passed through the Moon Capital Pass, reaping the ravaged Otherworldly Demon legions that had been torn to pieces by the Hegemon Cavalry.
Originally, the Otherworldly Demon wanted to use their numerical advantage to block the pass of Moon Capital Pass and force the Chen Kingdom into a war of attrition.
However, the appearance of the Rune Puppet Legion made them abandon this idea. After all, they felt it was not worth it to use their flesh and blood to consume these steel machines.
"Great! We've finally taken Moon Capital Pass; it wasn't easy!"
Chen Mu landed on the city wall of Moon Capital Pass, looked at the defeated Otherworldly Demon army in the distance, and sighed.
Although he won the battle relatively easily, he did not believe that the Otherworldly Demon were easy to deal with.
He knew very well that the main reason he was able to win this battle was that he had seized the initiative. The Otherworldly Demon were currently engaged in fierce battles with the major powers of the Central Land and had not sent many forces to stop him. This was the main reason.
Regardless, he won this time. Winning means acquiring resources, and with resources comes increased strength, which was his true purpose in starting the war.
Buzz...!
Chen Mu's cell phone suddenly rang, and he quickly answered it.
" Chen Mu, a Late Emperor Level Otherworldly Demon has just infiltrated the Demon-Defending City, intending to attack me."
However, he was quickly discovered, A Huo, wielding the Demon-Slaying Sword, wounded him. He has since escaped.
Chen Zihu's deep voice came through the cell phone.
"Okay! I understand."
After putting away his phone, Chen Mu didn't pay any attention and closed his eyes to rest.
He wasn't surprised that a powerful expert would attack the Demon-Defending City.
Chen Kingdom's lack of high-end combat power is very obvious, so it's completely understandable that the enemy would use this method to test him.
It's a pity they underestimated the power of the Chen Kingdom. If they couldn't even stop a Late Emperor Level, why did they even start this war?
Thus, the Battle of Moon Capital Pass officially came to an end.
Chen Kingdom captured Moon Capital Pass with minimal cost, thanks to his advanced technology, weaponry, and elite troops armed to the teeth. This result surprised many factions.
After capturing Moon Capital Pass, the prestige of the Chen Kingdom soared dramatically, and the people of the Chen Kingdom were overjoyed and extremely proud of it.
When the people of Yi Province learned of this news, they held the Chen Kingdom Chen Kingdom even higher esteem, and its strength was praised everywhere in the streets and alleys.
Chen Kingdom's plan to annex Yi Province immediately became much smoother. Even before the King Who Guards the West's Residence made its move, many city lords in Yi Province began to take the initiative to contact Chen Kingdom, hoping to seek refuge with the Chen Kingdom and obtain protection.
Chen Mu didn't delay. On the third day after occupying Moon Capital Pass, he publicly announced the alliance with the King Who Guards the West's Residence and sent troops to take over Yi Province.
Inside the Xuanzheng Hall in the capital city of the Haotian Empire.
"This Wei Shuang, how dare she!"
How dare they openly ally with the Chen Kingdom, which has violated their territory? Do they really think the royal family doesn't exist?
"If that's the case, then issue my decree to strip Wei Shuang of her military rank of General Who Guards the West and order her to immediately return to the capital to await my judgment."
On his majestic throne, Long Bo listened to the reports from his courtiers and angrily issued his orders.
"Wait... Your Majesty, this is absolutely unacceptable!"
The Right Chancellor stepped forward from the crowd, head bowed, his face filled with loyalty and sincerity.
" Chancellor Jiao, do you have a problem with this?"
Long Bo looked somewhat displeased.
"Your Majesty, over the years, the King Who Guards the West's Residence has devoted itself to protecting the people of Yi Province, suffering countless deaths and injuries, yet it has received no support from the court."
Now that they have lost their military ranks from the imperial court, it's tantamount to completely severing their ties with the court, which is harmful and detrimental to the country!
"You mean... they dare to declare themselves kings?"
Long Bo's expression turned cold, and a murderous glint flashed in his eyes.
"This... I dare not say for sure that they would have the guts to do such a thing, but bringing Wei Shuang back to be punished would only quell our anger temporarily and would not benefit the overall situation."
Long Bo fell silent. Only then did he realize that the King Who Guards the West's Residence was indeed a good subordinate. Although the whole family was stubborn and inflexible, it was still a pity to lose their support.
"Forget it! We'll settle accounts with them after we defeat the Otherworldly Demon."
Long Bo coldly waved his hand, dismissing the Right Chancellor.
"However, this Chen Kingdom does have some tricks up his sleeve!"
You all need to find out as soon as possible whether they have the support of the Temple. If the Temple intends to interfere in the power struggle in Central Land, then the situation is not good.
Yes! Yes!
The ministers in charge of intelligence inside the hall responded loudly.
"By the way, Uncle, are the celestial beings in Heavenly Court satisfied with their stay lately? Have they made any requests?"
"Hmph! They spend their days indulging in pleasure and revelry, what could they possibly be dissatisfied with?"
As for their demands, they simply want various cultivation resources. Is the Emperor willing to give them to them?
The emperor's brother -Wen Dao, spoke with a hint of resentment, clearly dissatisfied with the people of Heavenly Court.
Compared to ten years ago, he looked much more weathered, and his former domineering aura had faded considerably. In recent years, more and more experts from other planes had come, putting him under great pressure.
"This... hehe, Uncle, I know these immortals are not easy to deal with."
The rules in the Heavenly Realm are too strict; they inevitably became somewhat indulgent after descending to earth.
However, regardless of the circumstances, our royal family's enduring power for millennia is all thanks to the support of the Heavenly Court, so we must maintain good relations with them. Making some sacrifices when necessary is also acceptable.
Long Bo offered a reassuring smile, seemingly with a hidden meaning.
"Alright, I know what to do!"
Wen Dao waved his hand impatiently, feeling very annoyed.
He understood what Long Bo meant: although the people of Heavenly Court were ordered to descend to the mortal realm to support the Haotian Empire, they had the right to act independently and were not under the command of the royal family.
When the royal family wants their help, they often have to offer them benefits. However, the royal family itself doesn't even have enough cultivation resources, so why would they be willing to give them away?
Besides cultivation resources, the people of Heavenly Court each have their own hobbies, and the Emperor's intention is to satisfy them as much as possible, whether reasonable or unreasonable...
The Heavenly Realm has strict rules, teaching its disciples to be pure of heart and have few desires, but the more they suppress their desires, the more terrifying they become when they erupt.
Wen Dao was actually very reluctant to do this. His strength had long since reached the current limit of the Pan Emperor Continent. As long as he was still in the Pan Emperor Continent, no one could kill him, so he didn't need to be afraid of anyone.
But for the sake of the empire, he now has to flatter the people of Heavenly Court, which makes him feel very uncomfortable.