CHAPTER 208: CHAPTER 205: DISCUSSION_1

"I’m just a hair’s breadth away from breaking through to the Saint Realm!"

Within the secret chamber, Qin Wudao opened his eyes, from which two rays of golden light shot out. An ephemeral golden dragon’s shadow could be faintly seen, wreathed in a terrifying aura that caused ripples in the Void. He had reached the Peak of the Heaven Realm!

Since becoming the lord of the Divine Court, his cultivation speed had increased fivefold. Coupled with the dense Spiritual Energy, he had easily broken through two minor realms. He was only one step away from reaching the Saint Realm.

Unfortunately, breaking through to the Saint Realm is difficult—it requires comprehending the Power of Laws, and I’m still lacking a little!

"Time to get some fresh air!"

Qin Wudao stood up, stretched, and pushed open the door of the secret chamber, revealing two figures built like pyramids.

"Your Majesty!" Dian Wei and Xu Chu saluted, their voices resonating.

"Rise. Has anything major happened in the court lately?" Qin Wudao asked with a smile, his mood exceedingly good.

The two exchanged a look. Dian Wei scratched his head; he had always stood at the doorstep, blissfully ignorant of matters beyond it and thus uninterested in court affairs.

Xu Chu, in contrast, often moved about outside. He spoke in a hushed tone, "Your Majesty, just a few days ago, the ’Abyss Guard’ captured spies from foreign forces in the western part of the Divine Court, mainly from the Heavenly Wolf Tribe and the Black Snake Tribe! After interrogating them, we learned they are plotting an attack on the Qin Dynasty!"

Upon hearing this, murderous intent filled Qin Wudao’s eyes. His cold voice echoed in the sky, "These insignificant foreign races dare to covet the Qin Dynasty? They’re courting death!"

Feeling the chilling killing intent, Xu Chu instinctively shrank back. "It seems the Thunder Divine Court, Wind Divine Court, and Langya Sect have also sent spies to the Qin Dynasty. However, none have been captured!"

Qin Wudao’s eyebrows furrowed slightly. Dealing with these three forces was no easy matter, especially the Langya Sect. Known as a haven for sorcerers, it had existed for three million years.

"’Summon Zhuge Liang, Yuan Tiangang, Wang Yangming, Jia Xu, Li Ru, Zhao Yun, and others for an audience!’ Qin Wudao commanded, his voice grave and cold.

So what if they’re difficult to deal with? The Qin Dynasty today is no longer the old Light God Court. If they dare to invade, they die!

"Your command shall be followed!" Xu Chu saluted and left to relay the order.

「One hour later!」

「Imperial Study!」

The summoned ministers sat on either side, their expressions somewhat solemn. The recent incidents at the border had put considerable pressure on all of them.

"Gentlemen, let’s discuss the border situation," Qin Wudao said from the imperial throne, his majestic voice echoing through the hall.

"Your Majesty, after capturing the spies from the Heavenly Wolf Tribe and the Black Snake Tribe, I immediately organized men to investigate both tribes. We discovered signs of troop deployment in both!" Jia Xu stepped forward, his voice soft, his expression grave.

"What about the Thunder Divine Court, Wind Divine Court, and Langya Sect?" Qin Wudao wasn’t particularly concerned about the relatively minor Heavenly Wolf Tribe and Black Snake Tribe; his main focus was on the Langya Sect.

"Er... the spies we sent into Langya Sect are all out of contact. As for those sent into the Thunder Divine Court and Wind Divine Court, they are all under surveillance and have yielded nothing!" Jia Xu said, his face slightly embarrassed. It could be said that the work of the Hidden Guard had not achieved substantial results.

"I understand. Closely monitor the Thunder Divine Court, Wind Divine Court, and Langya Sect! As for the Heavenly Wolf Tribe and the Black Snake Tribe, if they dare to covet the Qin Dynasty, then they have no need to exist anymore!" Qin Wudao tapped his fingers on the armrest, commanding in a deep voice.

Information inherited from the Light God Court indicated that the strength of the Heavenly Wolf Tribe and the Black Snake Tribe was roughly equal. Apart from their Clan Leaders being Second-Stage Saint Kings, they only had three or four First-Stage Saint King elders. With the Qin Dynasty’s current strength, exterminating the Heavenly Wolf Tribe and the Black Snake Tribe would be relatively easy.

BANG!

Within the hall, a terrifying aura surged skyward.

"Your Majesty, this general requests to lead the battle!"

Nearly all the military officials volunteered simultaneously, their eyes burning with a fervent desire for battle, a yearning to ride forth and conquer the world. To be a general meant leading vast armies, expanding the empire’s territory, and facing death on the battlefield without regret!

"Your Majesty, I am willing to lead the Bei Wei Army to conquer the two tribes!" Yue Fei spoke again. In his previous life, he had always dreamed of reclaiming the sixteen provinces of Yan Yun, but unfortunately, treacherous individuals had thwarted his efforts. In this life, with the Qin Dynasty in a period of expansion, he had a new dream, his sights set on the territories beyond the Qin Dynasty. Mine, all mine!

"Your Majesty, you must choose me this time! I guarantee I can sweep through the Heavenly Wolf Tribe and the Black Snake Tribe within half a year!"

"That’s right! The million soldiers of the Four God Beasts Army are ready at any moment!"

"KILL! KILL! KILL!"

"FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT!"

Zhao Yun, Lv Bu, Bai Qi, and Wang Jian, all kneeling on one knee, roared loudly. Taking advantage of their greater numbers, their combined presence completely overwhelmed Yue Fei.

Seeing this, Yue Fei grew anxious and shouted, "Five months! I will issue a military writ! I will conquer the Heavenly Wolf Tribe and the Black Snake Tribe within five months!"

Zhuge Liang, Yuan Tiangang, Wang Yangming, and the others looked on, dumbfounded. How did these generals, who are usually good friends, turn into rivals just for a chance to go to war?

On the throne, Qin Wudao was also speechless.

Just as he was pondering whom to send, a majestic and powerful voice echoed through the hall, making everyone’s eardrums buzz.

"Your Majesty, let me lead the troops! The Overlord’s Iron Cavalry has just been formed and needs the crucible of battle to be tempered!" Xiang Yu declared confidently. His eyes shone brightly, and he exuded an overwhelmingly powerful momentum that put immense pressure on everyone present, including Zhao Yun.

The only person unaffected was Qin Wudao. He looked at Xiang Yu, hesitated for a moment, and couldn’t help asking, "The Overlord’s Iron Cavalry has just been formed. Are you confident you can deal with the Heavenly Wolf Tribe and the Black Snake Tribe?"

My worries aren’t unreasonable! Only an army that has condensed a military soul can be considered a truly elite legion. The Overlord’s Iron Cavalry has just been established and hasn’t formed a military soul yet; their combat effectiveness is unknown. I don’t want to see the cavalry I worked so hard to assemble be slaughtered by these foreign tribes.

"A truly blooded army must have the courage to break the cauldrons and sink the boats! I intend to forge our military soul in the heat of battle!" Xiang Yu stated solemnly.

Qin Wudao fell silent, not giving an immediate answer. After careful consideration, he decided to trust Xiang Yu.

Trust those you employ, and employ only those you trust! Since I’ve decided to appoint Xiang Yu as general, I must trust him unreservedly.

"Issue the order! The court is to fully cooperate with Xiang Yu. We must strive to annihilate these foreign tribes in the shortest time possible and bolster the might of the Qin Dynasty!" Qin Wudao commanded majestically.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" everyone saluted.

Zhao Yun and Yue Fei exchanged glances, a bitter smile on their faces. They had contended for so long, only for Xiang Yu to reap the benefits. However, neither of them objected. In the presence of the Overlord of Western Chu, they could only consider themselves juniors.

What’s more, we really can’t compete! Xiang Yu’s strength is enough to crush everyone! He alone could annihilate the Heavenly Wolf Tribe and the Black Snake Tribe!

"Thank you, Your Majesty!" A hint of excitement flashed in Xiang Yu’s eyes. After briefly discussing tactics, filled with intense fighting spirit and an overriding, domineering intent, he left the Imperial Study.

A man of action, Xiang Yu led fifty thousand Qin Iron Cavalry toward the Divine Court’s border that very afternoon. Faced with an exceptionally long front line, the advantages of the cavalry became apparent; they reached their predetermined destination in just a day and a half.