Douluo Continent II: The Peerless Tang Sect: I, Huo Yuhao, join the Sun Moon Sect

Even if these powerful figures don't personally get involved to reap the benefits and appear innocent, who can guarantee that their families, disciples, friends, and so on are also innocent?

Even Dai Hao, who held immense prestige in the military, did not take any internal purging measures to address this matter. As someone who had secretly seized command of the Allied Forces over a long period of time, he was even less likely to do such a thing.

With a formidable enemy at hand, war could break out at any moment.

Therefore, the primary task at present is to fight against the evil Sun and Moon Army. Some internal problems can be left to be addressed at a later time.

Tang Feng stubbornly shook his head: "No, Elder Xuan, those outer disciples will definitely not agree to this. One of their purposes in coming here is to make some contributions to the Allied Forces. I cannot arbitrarily deprive them of their right to contribute to the Allied Forces."

"What does it matter whether they agree or not!" Xuanzi snapped, his words flying out like a machine gun. "Tang Feng, you are the Second Elder of the Haotian Sect, and a powerful Super Douluo. Do you expect to be subservient to a bunch of ordinary people? Who is the elder, you or those outer disciples?"

"Besides, what's wrong with sending these outer disciples back to the sect? To put it bluntly, once war breaks out, they'll be cannon fodder. No position can guarantee their safety. You don't want to see the outer disciples of the Haotian Sect suffer heavy casualties, do you?"

Tang Feng's expression turned serious, and he said in a deep voice, "Elder Xuan, I must correct you on one point. I am indeed an elder, but outer disciples are an extremely special existence in the Haotian Sect."

"As I said before, before Tang San left this world, he instructed the Clear Sky Sect to treat the outer disciples well. I have always agreed with this. According to what Tang San said before he left, although the outer disciples are all ordinary people and weak in strength, they are equal to the inner disciples, elders, and even the sect leader in terms of personal dignity."

"Although I could use my status as an elder to force them to return to the mountain gate, this would undoubtedly go against the outer disciples' will to resist the evil Sun Moon Empire and could damage their dignity. Therefore, in order to avoid such a thing from happening, I respect their wishes and would not issue such a humiliating order."

Upon hearing this, Xuanzi was furious. He thought to himself, "Could Tang San's ancestor have something wrong with him? Why does he keep telling the Clear Sky Sect to treat outer disciples well and talk about personal dignity and equality? Isn't this just redundant?"

If Tang San's ancestor himself had been an outer disciple, and therefore hoped that the Clear Sky Sect would treat outer disciples well, then he could understand. After all, Tang San's ancestor might indeed do such a thing if he could empathize with the situation.

However, neither official history nor unofficial history records that Tang San's ancestors ever served as outer disciples.

This is very problematic.

Could this be a pre-arranged excuse by Tang Feng, intended to allow the Haotian Sect to profit from it?

The more he thought about it, the more likely it seemed, and finally he could only grit his teeth and say, "Tang Feng, are you really not going to budge an inch? I have my own difficulties too, can't you be a little understanding?"

Tang Feng frowned: "Elder Xuan, I hope you can understand that compared to those 'outsiders,' our Haotian Sect is more trustworthy."

Don't forget, we supported your power grab. Even though you've held us hostage for a long time, if the experts of the Haotian Sect and other reclusive figures don't continue to support you, the throne you've seized will surely collapse in an instant.

In fact, it was not easy to control Xu Jiujiu and command the allied forces. Even if people were sent to guard Xu Jiujiu day and night, all the allied generals still needed to meet with Xu Jiujiu regularly to exchange military information.

If Xu Jiujiu is prevented from meeting with the Allied generals for various reasons, or if Xu Jiujiu makes some underhanded moves, it will inevitably arouse the suspicion of the Allied generals and may expose the power grab.

If it weren't for the support of the Haotian Sect experts and other reclusive powerhouses, who agreed to stand with Xuanzi through thick and thin, thus allowing Xuanzi to hold the overall interests hostage, how could Xu Jiujiu have cooperated so readily?

It should be understood that without these reclusive experts, the allied forces would undoubtedly be defeated. However, if Xuanzi were to actually command the allied forces, there might still be a chance of victory.

For Xuanzi, he not only needed to rely on these reclusive experts to consolidate his power, but also needed them to lay a trap to deal with Kong Deming.

Xuanzi's face darkened, but he finally made his choice: "Fine, I agree. Those low-risk, lucrative positions will be given to your Haotian Sect's outer disciples. Let the Star Luo and Dou Ling experts suffer, and let Xu Jiujiu bear the infamy!"

There was no other way. Although this would cause resentment between the Star Luo experts and the Dou Ling experts, affecting the overall strength of the allied forces, he had no choice but to agree to their demands.

.......

Star City.

The Imperial Palace.

Xu Jiawei looked at the Mighty Douluo Cheng Gang and asked, "How is the construction of the defensive fortifications on the outskirts of Star Luo City progressing?"

"Your Majesty, the construction process is proceeding extremely smoothly!" Cheng Gang's face showed a serious expression. "It will probably take another half month for this rock-solid defensive fortification to be completed. Even if the allied forces suffer another defeat on the front lines, the impregnable Star Rocino defense line will make the Sun and Moon Army suffer!"

Upon hearing this, a smile appeared on Xu Jiawei's face.

Although the allied forces had already gathered at the front lines, full of confidence and ready to launch a counterattack.

After experiencing a crushing defeat, Xu Jiawei learned his lesson and realized that he couldn't put all his eggs in one basket and had to be prepared for the coalition's defeat.

Therefore, recently, he directly ordered the construction of a defensive fortification called the Star Rochino Defense Line and prepared to station a Soul Master Corps on the Star Rochino Defense Line in order to resist the Sun and Moon Army that might attack after the Allied Forces were defeated.

Thanks to the fact that the Soul Masters and Soul Mentors are far stronger than ordinary people, the efficiency with which everyone built this defensive fortification was also extremely high.

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Moreover, to ensure the defenses were strong enough, Xu Jiawei even mobilized a large amount of precious metals and materials from the royal treasury to build fortifications.

In addition, the soul-guided cannons deployed inside the defensive line can bombard the air. Ordinary soul masters cannot even fly over the defensive fortifications, let alone destroy them. This is enough to stop most of the enemies.

In this way, even if the Sun and Moon Army can defeat the Allied Forces again, it will still be affected by the impregnable Star Luo Qino Defense Line, which will slow down the progress of the war and create as many opportunities as possible for the Star Luo Empire to turn the tide.

Of course, Xu Jiawei was still reluctant to use the Star Luo Qino defense line. He preferred that the allied forces display their might and defeat the Sun Moon Army, as this would best serve the interests of the Star Luo Empire.

"By the way, Cheng Gang, have Dai Luoli and Yun'er returned to Xingluo City yet?" Xu Jiawei suddenly asked, his smile fading considerably.

Cheng Gang paused, frowned, and fell into thought before finally shaking his head firmly: "No."

"Immediately send someone to Xingyun City to have Dai Luoli and Yun'er return to Xingluo City!" Xu Jiawei's expression suddenly became solemn. He reached out and rubbed his tightly furrowed brows. "Now the White Tiger Dai family has suffered heavy losses, and Huo Yuhao refuses to acknowledge his ancestors and change his surname back to Dai. Instead, he has chosen to travel with the evil Sun and Moon people."

In this way, Dai Luoli is actually more suitable to inherit the title of Duke of White Tiger. In any case, the Dai family now needs a leader!

As for Yun'er, with her strength, she wouldn't be of much use on the perilous battlefield. It would be better for her to return early to avoid encountering danger outside.

"Yes, Your Majesty." The Mighty Douluo Cheng Gang nodded respectfully, then immediately flew out of the palace to carry out Xu Jiawei's instructions.

.........

Late at night, the sea.

The wind howled, the rain poured down, and blinding lightning surged like dragons in the leaden clouds, illuminating several ships below and coating them with a salty white.

A deafening rumble of thunder rang out, mingling with the sounds of wind and rain, as if a giant were roaring an earth-shattering fury from the sea.

Huge waves surged, and all the ships in this ocean-going fleet bobbed and swayed on the waves.

On the largest ship in the fleet.

An old man, dressed in black armor, with gray hair and a face full of wrinkles, stood on the deck, as steady as a mountain. He gripped the long sword at his waist and stared straight ahead.

The old man was shrouded in a pale golden shroud, protecting him from the wind and rain.

"Grandpa Zhu! The wind and rain are too strong outside. You've been guarding the fleet for several days now. Why don't you go back to your room and rest? We'll guard the fleet." A rough male voice sounded behind the old man.

A group of officers dressed in jet-black armor, also with pale gold soul-guided shields, walked over. The leader was a tall man with a thick beard, who looked like a human-shaped iron tower from a distance.

The leader looked at the old man, a look of worry in his eyes.

The old man said calmly, "No need, Dai Yuan. I am a titled Douluo with extremely strong physical abilities, and I am also the leader of this fleet. Naturally, I need to check the situation outside. If there is any unusual activity, I can deal with it quickly."

His Majesty and Princess Jiujiu trust me and are willing to entrust me with the task of exploring the new continent. I must not let His Majesty and Princess Jiujiu down and must find a way out for the Star Luo Empire!

"Your injuries from fighting the sea spirit beast a few days ago haven't healed yet. I'll stay here; you go back and rest, and take good care of yourselves."

He is the head of the Zhu family of Xingluo, named Zhu Qifeng. He is a level 93 Title Douluo and the strongest in the fleet. Naturally, he has to take the initiative to shoulder the responsibility of protecting the fleet.

Upon hearing this, Dai Yuan's face broke into a simple and honest smile. He reached out and patted his breastplate, making a clattering sound.

"Don't worry, Grandpa Zhu, all of us brothers have been through thick and thin. We're used to getting injured. As long as we're alive, we'll continue to contribute to the empire until the very end!"

Perhaps because he slapped the breastplate too hard, he suddenly coughed violently, and a flush appeared on his dark face: "Cough...cough...cough...damn sea spirit beast, you went too far. Even the disciple of the Healing Immortal Douluo couldn't heal me quickly enough."

Zhu Qifeng, the head of the Zhu family, glanced at Dai Yuan and said, "Dai Yuan, you're still injured. Don't push yourself. Take your brothers back. I don't want to have to save you when we encounter hostile sea spirit beasts later."

“But, Grandpa Zhu…” Dai Yuan hesitated. As a member of a collateral branch of the Dai family, he was unwilling to give up his duty to guard the fleet because of his own injuries, as this was contrary to the education he had received since childhood.

Before he could finish speaking, Zhu Qifeng interrupted him directly: "What Grandpa Zhu? This is a fleet, everyone has to listen to my orders. I've said it many times. When you're working, use your job title!"

"Yes, General Zhu!" Dai Yuan reluctantly led everyone back to the cabin.

As Dai Yuan and his group gradually disappeared from sight, Zhu Qifeng withdrew his gaze and continued to look ahead. His expression remained calm on the surface, but he was extremely anxious inside. However, as the leader of the fleet, he absolutely could not show his anxiety.

After all, this would shake the morale of everyone in the fleet.

At this moment, his mind was in turmoil.

"The fleet has been at sea for many days, but to this day, it has not even seen a small island. All it sees is the vast ocean. The fleet has also suffered heavy losses due to the attacks of sea spirit beasts. If this continues, this ocean fleet may be completely wiped out. After all, the ocean is boundless, and even a titled Douluo will be no match for some powerful sea spirit beasts."

"Only by finding land can we have a chance of survival."

A few days later, golden sunlight shone on the sea, making it sparkle.

The fleet sailed forward, and a group of people came out of the cabins to the deck for a change of guard. Zhu Qifeng originally wanted to go back and rest for a while. After all, as a titled Douluo, although his physical strength and energy were extremely strong, he was not immune to fatigue.

But as soon as he turned to leave, he caught a glimpse of a lush green in the corner of his eye.

green!

Where does such a lush green color come from on the sea?

He subconsciously turned his head to look in the direction of that lush green, and was overjoyed. He immediately flew from the deck into the air and flew towards that green direction.

A moment later, a land stretching as far as the eye could see appeared before him.

A look of joy appeared on his face.

The beach near the sea is covered with trees that are full of green leaves, and the trees are so large that they have formed a forest.

However, some of these trees are quite unusual.

They actively extend their branches covered with lush green leaves and plunge into the seawater, where green light shimmers and fish and shrimp gather.

Clearly, this is an unknown soul beast.

"We've finally discovered a new continent overseas! I wonder what the situation is like on the Douluo Continent now. But the Empire has a way out. In any case, let's explore this new continent together!" Zhu Qifeng immediately flew back to the fleet.

........

Nebula City, Commander's Tent.

Xuanzi stood with his hands behind his back, looking at a map that was hanging up, with a confident expression on his face.

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Without turning his head, he said, "Princess Jiu Jiu, I have already thought out the next war plan. Next, I need you to convene a meeting to implement my plan within the Allied Forces. After all, you are still the nominal marshal."

After sitting for a long time, she looked at Xuanzi with concern: "Elder Xuan, what exactly is your plan?"

She was genuinely worried that the other party's ingenious ideas would bring unpredictable consequences to the allied forces. If it weren't for the fact that all the reclusive powerhouses who were crucial to the allied forces were now following Xuanzi and holding the interests of the allied forces hostage, she wouldn't have had to bow down to the other party.

Xuanzi said, "My plan is very simple. To put it bluntly, it is to lure the enemy into our encirclement and then ambush them."

"Ambushing Kong Deming, this formidable enemy, is of paramount importance. If we can kill him, the allied forces can reclaim lost territory. Look, so much of the Star Luo Empire's land has been occupied by the Sun Moon Empire. Don't you want to take it all back, and even allow the allied forces to march into Mingdu and establish an unparalleled achievement?"

As he spoke, he pointed at the map, exuding an aura of extreme confidence, as if victory was already in his grasp.

Xu Jiujiu smiled wryly and said, "Elder Xuan, could you please be more specific about the plan? This is war, no small matter. If there is no concrete plan, how can it be implemented?"

Xuanzi patiently explained, "To be more specific, it means spreading the news that I want to seize command and launch a rebellion. As long as you present this as a plan at the meeting, the allied generals will naturally agree and thus cooperate with my actions on the surface."