CHAPTER 718: CHAPTER 728: COMMANDING THE ARMY

Chu Feng and Yan Qing’s cultivation levels were both exceedingly profound. Coupled with an indifferent facade, they were naturally taken for the Blood God Guards by the side of the Beixie Emperor.

"Under my command, there are a total of 800,000 elite troops, all of which have been summoned this time. There are thirty-two Great Generals, all of whom have already arrived," said the Beixie Emperor to Chu Feng with reverence.

The Great Generals attending the military council session cast doubtful glances towards the Beixie Emperor, then at Chu Feng.

They didn’t understand why the Beixie Emperor was conversing with a Blood God Guard with such a respectful tone.

"Hmm, since everyone is here, let’s begin!"

Chu Feng nodded and walked up to the long table, his gaze coldly sweeping over the thirty-two Great Generals.

"From now on, I shall serve as the Grand Marshal of the Northern Beixie Empire, on orders from the Beixie Emperor, and lead you to complete an eternal dominion," exclaimed Chu Feng, shocking all the officers.

"You’re just a wet-behind-the-ears brat, by what right do you command as the Grand Marshal?" A thickly-bearded Great General stood up to express his opposition.

"Heh heh, by what right? Naturally, it is by true ability," said Chu Feng with a sneer, and he took action as soon as he spoke.

With a flick of his wrist, he struck with his sword towards the thick-bearded Great General.

Whoosh!

The Divine Weapon, under his control, went straight for the opposing thick-bearded Great General.

"You dare to attack? I’m not afraid of you!" The thick-bearded Great General clenched his teeth, also drawing out a broadsword to defend.

However, as soon as he made a move, he realized how far out of his league he was compared to Chu Feng.

He felt a slight chill on his face before even touching Chu Feng’s Divine Weapon; a cold glint flashed by. Moments later, a strand of his thick beard fluttered down from his face.

"This... such exquisite swordsmanship, such formidable strength!" The thick-bearded Great General’s complexion drastically changed with fright, and he dared not make another move against Chu Feng.

If Chu Feng hadn’t shown mercy just now, his head would have already fallen to the ground.

"Marshal Chu not only possesses formidable strength but also superior strategic acumen. Having him lead you into battle will ensure victory in every fight. Listen, Generals, starting from today, all your actions will be commanded by Marshal Chu. Anyone who dares to disobey, or act duplicitously will be dealt with by military law,"

The Beixie Emperor’s life was in Chu Feng’s hands, so he had no choice but to cooperate fully with Chu Feng in seizing military control.

An Emperor stripped of military power is, in essence, no different from a puppet monarch.

"The Commander’s Seal is here, Generals heed my command!" Chu Feng displayed a Pixiu Seal.

This was the highest command insignia of the Northern Beixie Empire, originally held by the Emperor himself.

Yet, it had now fallen into Chu Feng’s hands.

Folded together it forms the Commander’s Seal, split apart, it becomes two Commander’s Seals.

Therefore, it is also known as the Commander’s Seal.

"Your subordinate is here!"

In the military realm, possessing the Commander’s Seal wields supreme majesty. Sometimes, it is even more intimidating than the person of the Emperor himself.

All thirty-two Great Generals stood up in unison, bowing with hands folded in salute, ready to receive Chu Feng’s orders.

Their expressions grew very serious.

The elite troops of the Northern Beixie Empire, whether in military discipline or combat capability, were outstanding. This was because the troops were trained by the Beixie National Master.

It’s a pity that the Beixie Emperor, a complete imbecile, had a decent brain but concentrated solely on insidious schemes and machinations to harm others.

Otherwise, he would spend all his time in frivolous indulgences.

If he had even the slightest bit of ambition, he wouldn’t have easily become a lackey to trash like Ma Quanzi.

Despite having good cards in his hands, he played them terribly.

"A soldier that doesn’t aspire to be a General isn’t a good soldier. A General without ambition isn’t a good General either. You all are battle-hardened Generals of the Northern Beixie Empire; surely you aren’t content to be subjugated by the Great Ma Empire?"

Chu Feng began to test the reaction of these men.

So far, the Generals had been performing rather well.

"If Marshal has orders, just command us!"

"Damn it, I’ve long wanted to stop being a Dog slave for the Great Ma Empire!"

"Whatever ideas Marshal Chu has, we will surely execute them with all our strength!"

These Great Generals, each and every one of them possessing a fiery spirit, if it hadn’t been for the cowardly Beixie Emperor insisting on being a servant to others, they probably would have already initiated the fight with the Great Ma Empire.

"Very well, do not make a fuss. Go back and take control of your subordinates, and make ready for battle. At the break of dawn tomorrow, the Great Ma Empire’s army will surely attack the Sword Cloud Royal Capital. At that time, we will act according to the situation."

Chu Feng took control of the Northern Beixie Empire’s army so smoothly without any issues.

After sending off the thirty-two Great Generals, there was still one more thing he had to do, so he simply summoned the Blood God Guard.

It took some effort, but one by one he subdued them.

He placed a Soul Fire Seal on all of them, ordering them to obediently follow commands without daring to disobey. From this point forward, the Beixie Emperor was completely stripped of his military power by Chu Feng, left with no troops to command.

He was virtually left alone and unsupported.

To prevent the treacherous Beixie Emperor from playing tricks halfway through, Chu Feng and Yan Qing stayed directly in the tent, cultivating all night.

The Beixie Emperor often glanced back at the beauties, then at the exit of the tent.

His mind was full of devious thoughts.

He desired those beauties but also wanted to escape, looking for an opportunity to cry out to Ma Quanzi for help.

Chu Feng might be formidable, but in the eyes of the Beixie Emperor, as long as the strong men around Ma Quanzi made a move, they could instantly slay Chu Feng.

Just after the fifth watch, the sound of bugles echoed throughout the camp.

This was the signal to remind the soldiers to wake up.

The Northern Beixie Empire’s army, under the leadership of the thirty-two Great Generals, prepared early. After having breakfast, their weapons shone brightly.

"Boom! Boom! Boom!"

About an hour later, the war drums started beating, signaling that it was time to assemble the troops and forcefully siege the city.

Seeing that the time had come, Chu Feng calmly led Yan Qing out of the tent.

"Beixie Emperor, you’d better not play any tricks. Just follow me obediently and cooperate fully!" Chu Feng glared coldly at the Beixie Emperor.

The latter’s every move during the night had fallen under Chu Feng’s surveillance.

In his heart, Chu Feng sneered, as the usefulness of the Beixie Emperor was almost at its end.

Upon leaving the tent, Chu Feng changed into the Commander Armor and war robe that only a Marshal could wear, and as for his mount, he could only temporarily find the best war horse available.

The fledgling bird was still not ready to be ridden; it had to be raised until it was big enough to be used as a mount.

Yan Qing also changed into the attire of the Blood God Guard, looking handsome and valiant.

This even more highlighted the extraordinary presence of Chu Feng.

On the Reef Tower of the Sword Cloud Royal City, Chu Jianlan accompanied by the Civil and Military Officials, personally ascended the city wall, looking down at the enemy forces outside the city with a worried expression. Dense and numerous troops could be seen, definitely surpassing one million.

What troubled him the most was the mighty force of the Northern Beixie Empire’s army.

Powerful and nearly irresistible.

"Younger brother, if the city falls, I will have lost all face to see you again. I’d rather take my own life here on the city tower. Going to the underworld to be with our parents would be better." Chu Jianlan’s heart was filled with intense sorrow.

The siege began in earnest.

The Great Ma Empire’s army surged forward like ants, charging towards King City.

Cloud ladders, battering rams, and other siege devices were all carried and thrust against the towering city walls.

"Fire!"

After the enemy entered the range, Chu Jianlan gave the order with a wave of his hand.

Unfortunately, it was difficult to shoot them down as the enemies shielded themselves with large shields.