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[The royal tent of the allied forces of Qi and Wu.]

[Xiang Che and Chen Chao dominated the first position; the former was domineering and powerful, the latter arrogant and unrestrained, their magnificent and imposing presence sweeping across the land like a whirlwind.]

This left everyone present with a heavy heart.

[Fan Li and Cao Jin, as the Grand Commandant and Chancellor of their respective kingdoms, also harbor treacherous and unpredictable intentions.]

"Pang Hai has fallen from the Celestial Realm; tomorrow we will attack the city and destroy Chu."

[Xiang Che, clad in black armor, exuded a powerful and domineering aura, his tone brooking no argument.]

Chen Chao remained unmoved, his eyes even displaying an arrogant disdain: "The Overlord is mighty! What kind of young marshals are they? I can kill them like weeds with a flick of my wrist."

Flattering words, however, can be interpreted as sarcastic and provocative.

[Suddenly, Xiang Che glared fiercely at him, but Chen Chao remained unfazed and confronted him, the atmosphere instantly becoming tense.]

[Fan Li's hoarse voice broke the tension between the two.]

"Although Pang Hai has fallen from grace, his military strategy remains. With the strength of Xiangyang's troops and its formidable passes, a reckless attack would likely result in heavy losses and would be an unwise move."

Xiang Che's expression was indifferent, but a hint of arrogance and self-importance could be seen in his eyes.

Chen Chao laughed heartily: "I wonder what brilliant idea Elder Fan has?"

Despite his name containing the character for "rough" (莽), Chen Chao is actually a man of deep and unpredictable schemes, employing ruthless, cunning, and despicable methods.

[Especially his shameless and reckless nature, typical of an old rogue.]

[Often leaving one feeling helpless.]

Fan Li bowed modestly, his sinister gaze fixed on Cao Jin: "Where is Gong Si?"

Cao Jin's eyes were clear and bright, his face aged yet elegant.

"You want to combine the power of both Gong Si and Pei Qingyu, two celestial beings?"

Fan Li nodded, his eyes cold and sharp.

"To achieve victory in one decisive battle."

【"good."】

Cao Jin did not refuse.

The morning sun cast its warm light upon the ruins of the battle-scarred earth, its rays unable to conceal the stark, disturbing crimson that stained the landscape.

The city of Xiangyang was quiet; the civilians who had been engaged in logistical support and military transport were dismissed from their corvée labor.

Even soldiers were allowed to lay down their armor and weapons without charge.

This was Pang Hai's order; he did not want the war to involve the civilians, nor did he want to force his soldiers to die with him.

His response was silence and unwavering resolve.

Whether generals or soldiers, having realized their dire situation, they found themselves strangely calm and at peace.

With all distractions cast aside, only the final, heroic battle remains, to live up to the passion of having lived this life.

For them, being able to follow the young marshal in raising an army in the past was an opportunity to be able to accompany him in his heroic death.

Isn't this a fortunate thing?

Pang Hai, his black robes billowing like ink, stood firm against the city wall, wielding his powerless sword.

Though he has fallen from grace, his brothers behind him remain his unwavering support.

You wore a dark blue robe, your figure elegant, and you too were holding a sword.

[Looking down upon the massive army, it surges forth like a torrent, trampling the earth.]

The dust trembled, the air seemed to freeze, the ground shook, and rubble flew everywhere. A terrifying military force disrupted the heavens, spreading like a dark cloud of death.

Xiang Che, clad in black armor, wielded a halberd; Chen Chao, in dazzling golden armor, stood before him.

The two powerful warlords of Jiangnan personally led their armies, numbering in the hundreds of thousands, in a fierce formation, as they pressed towards Xiangyang.

A dangerous aura permeated the air; it grew icy and bone-chilling, sending shivers down one's spine and making one's hair stand on end.

Not a single soldier in Xiangyang showed fear in their eyes.

[Only a final, resolute fight, a willingness to sacrifice oneself for the cause.]

"All soldiers..."

The powerful and majestic sound echoed through the sky, revealing its unrestrained and untamed spirit.

"Pang Hai is fortunate to have you brothers who stood firmly behind him when disaster struck."

There will be no victory celebration after today's battle...

I will meet you all again on my journey to the underworld.

Gentlemen...

"Get ready!"

【boom!!!】

[Pang Hai's cultivation level plummeted, yet he unleashed the full power of his military strategy, even at the cost of his life.]

Annihilate the enemy swiftly and decisively; do not attack.

[With the united will of all soldiers and generals, who fought to the death with unwavering resolve.]

[Unleashing its most powerful and fierce military might.]

Fan Li and Cao Jin exchanged serious glances, their expressions filled with both apprehension and admiration.

Xiang Che's fighting spirit burned fiercely, his domineering nature unparalleled; he only sought a great battle.

Chen Chao narrowed his eyes, feeling that it was best for such a person to die; only in death would he be worthy of respect and admiration.

[If they're alive... then eliminate them as quickly as possible.]

Wei Yuan stood beneath the city walls of Xiangyang, gazing up at the military formations that seemed to alter the celestial phenomena, his eyes glazed over.

That was a complex mixture of piety, fervor, and yearning.

[The war has begun.]

There were no declarations, no back-and-forth shouting, and no need to boost morale.

Everyone knew this was the last, resolute, and fierce desperate struggle before Xiangyang inevitably fell.

The soldiers of Qi and Wu must not be afraid, otherwise, even if the enemy's limbs are broken, they will tear chunks of flesh from their own bodies.

The armies clashed with a deafening roar, the city's defensive formations activated, cannons unleashed a torrent of magical energy, crossbows fired in rapid succession, and talismans released a furious whirlwind of flames...

The soldiers charged fearlessly, and Pang Hai faced a death feast laid out for him.

Xiang Che, bolstering his military power with his domineering tactics, clashed head-on with Pang Hai.

Taking advantage of this opportunity, Chen Chao diverted the enemy's attention, surrounding them without launching an attack.

[In the midst of dire straits, figures in ink and white appeared out of thin air in the sky.]

The four celestial beings joined forces to deliver a fatal blow to Pang Hai.

At its peak, it could even hold its own against Xu Hui when they joined forces.

But now, fallen from grace and fighting alone, his army has shattered.

[Clang!]

He seemed to have anticipated this, ignoring the intense pain caused by the shattered army, and his figure traversed the void, sword in hand.

[Like an inky black streak tearing through the sky, it cleaved out a path of unyielding defiance until death.]

【"unyielding!"】

[A wild, unrestrained, and magnificent voice resonates.]

This is Pang Hai's way, and also his sword.

The word "unyielding" perfectly encapsulates his extraordinary and eventful life.

After Gong Si and Pei Qingyu broke through Pang Hai's military formation, they did not continue their attack.

[Faced with this strike, which could be described as the most heroic in the world.]

Gong Si felt a slight pang of nostalgia; back then, the two of them had desperately tried to escape from her clutches.

Pei Qingyu ignored him, her attention completely focused on the dark blue figure on the city wall of Xiangyang.

[Xiang Che, wielding his halberd, laughed loudly. His domineering and imposing aura materialized into golden light, swooping down towards the indomitable blade.]

Chen Chaomang's lips curled into a slight smile, and he silently slowed down.

He pulled Xiang Che to his side.

Standing atop the city wall, you witness Pang Hai's most dazzling strike, your hand slowly resting on the sword.

[The army's formation has crumbled; the main force, risking their lives, is carrying firearms and talismans to disrupt the city's defenses and launch an attack.]

Without the protection of a large army, the defensive formations under the command of Fan Li and Cao Jin were unable to withstand the attack.

[The most bloody and brutal armed conflict began.]

[Clang!]

A chilling, gleaming sword aura erupted, its unrestrained, fierce, and reckless momentum surging forth.

The heads of the enemy soldiers who had just climbed the city wall flew off.

What harm is there in being born with the Four Realms innate?

[Unable to withstand a single sword strike.]