Chapter 329: The Eve of the Great Battle…
In the backyard of Xiao Manor, Xiao Yan stood atop a high pavilion, his gaze sweeping across the brilliantly lit city before settling on the distant mountain range shrouded in darkness. Unconsciously, his fists clenched beneath his sleeves.
Tomorrow… would be the day of reckoning against Yun Lan Sect. This was not just about the so called Three Year Agreement it was about avenging the Xiao Clan's blood feud!
He dared not predict the outcome of this battle, nor did he dwell on it. After all, his teacher, Yao Lao, was with him.
Yao Chen had assured him there was nothing to worry about this battle was a sure victory, with no possibility of failure.
And yet, despite his master's unwavering confidence, an inexplicable sense of unease gnawed at Xiao Yan's heart.
Was something unexpected going to happen tomorrow?
Pressing his lips together, he exhaled deeply, shifting his gaze downward to the Xiao Clan members below, who were tirelessly training and shouting in low voices.
Despite their relentless efforts to strengthen themselves, the clan's survival depended entirely on tomorrow's battle.
If they won, the Xiao Clan would rise as one of the most powerful noble families in the Jia Ma Empire.
If they lost, the Xiao Clan… would be completely annihilated.
But was Yao Chen's promise of absolute victory really true?
And what about that legendary Medusa Queen?
Just how powerful was the Snake People Tribe's Guardian Elder?
In the end, it all boiled down to one thing he was still too weak.
So weak that, despite coming to the capital, he hadn't even had the qualifications to meet those two figures who would determine the course of tomorrow's battle.
Weakness… was the original sin.
But now, he was curious
Just how beautiful was the infamous Medusa Queen, known for her captivating yet deadly charm?
Was she even more stunning than Xun'er, the woman who hated him to the core?
Or perhaps even more dazzling than
The indifferent Ya Fei of the Mitel Clan, who had refused to do business with him.
Xiao Yu, his own relative, who had once kicked him.
Xiao Mei, who had looked down on him countless times.
And even Xiao Yi Xian, who had nearly gotten him killed in the Magic Beast Mountain Range?
…
Wait a second.
Why were all the women he had been interested in so ruthless to him?
At least in the Chu Yun Empire, he hadn't encountered any woman he liked.
Otherwise, he might have vomited blood from frustration by now!
But even now, unrest was stirring in the other two major neighboring empires.
Was all of this… really just a coincidence?
Three adjacent empires facing turmoil at the same time?
Could it be that Soul Hall wasn't just targeting the Xiao Clan?
And what was the true meaning behind the ancient jade piece on his chest?
Perhaps… he needed to find someone who could explain everything to him.
Wait
Xun'er was always so mysterious.
Could she be from an ancient clan as well?
Was she also after his jade?
And what about Wu Gan, the man who was always by Xun'er's side?
Could he also be from the same ancient clan, both scheming to obtain his jade?
As he pieced the thoughts together, Xiao Yan felt his head throbbing.
What exactly was the Xiao Clan?
And what was the true significance of this jade?
Even his mysterious old teacher, Yao Chen, had no clue.
Or… did Yao Chen know something but was keeping it from him?
Was he merely a pawn being toyed with by his master?
"Just wait, old man! One day, I, Xiao Yan, will turn the tables and let you experience the torment of being burned alive!"
Meanwhile, in a grand golden palace
"Great grandfather, the imperial army of 100,000 elite soldiers has already been stationed near Yun Lan Mountain.
The moment the battle begins, we will completely seal off the entire mountain."
"Additionally, among our strongest forces besides you and You Hai Shen Jiao, the two Dou Huang powerhouses we have three Dou Wang experts who have been secretly trained by the royal family for years.
This is the full extent of our empire's might!"
Under the flickering torchlight, Empress Yao Ye reported in a low voice to Jia Xingtian.
Jia Xingtian nodded, though his expression remained bitter.
This time… they were truly betting everything on this war.
In the previous battle, he had refrained from using You Hai Shen Jiao and the three Dou Wang fighters, preserving them as a last resort to protect Yao Ye and her sister Yao Yue.
But now, they had both chosen to fight to the death.
There was no turning back.
Even someone as experienced as Jia Xingtian, who had lived through countless battles, felt a deep unease.
The stakes this time were simply too high.
"Yao Ye… in your opinion, what are our chances of winning?"
After a long silence, Jia Xingtian glanced at both Yao Ye and her younger sister, Yao Yue, who was hiding in the shadows.
"Great grandfather, you needn't worry.
Our alliance is not weak.
And with the Snake People Tribe's might, as well as the sheer confidence on Lord Yan Zun's face, I firmly believe
Victory is ours!"
Yao Ye's bright eyes gleamed with conviction, and she smiled confidently.
Jia Xingtian sighed.
As expected asking Yao Ye was pointless.
She was normally calm and calculating…
But when it came to Yan Zun, she was completely blinded by love.
It was love at first sight, and she had fallen head over heels into the inescapable abyss.
Looking at Yao Ye, then glancing at Yao Yue, Jia Xingtian suddenly felt a massive headache coming on.
The radiant princess of the empire was hiding behind a pillar, eavesdropping on their conversation.
Her bright, spirited eyes sparkled with absolute faith.
Her delicate fists clenched tightly as she whispered to herself:
"Big Brother Yan Zun will definitely lead us to victory! Absolutely!"
Jia Xingtian:
"I… I…"
"I'm going to die from stress!"
Was the Jia Ma Empire doomed to have no successor?!
No! I must act!
After this battle, he would definitely find a way to persuade Hai Bodong…
To whisper sweet nothings about the royal sisters into Yan Zun's ear.
Wait, what exactly should he say?
"The royal sisters come in a pair, an Empress and a Princess… their charm is unmatched!"
Ugh…
I feel dirty.
Meanwhile, the Mitel Clan
"Hai Lao, our clan's elite forces are fully assembled.
We await your command to join forces with our allies and engage in a life or death battle with Yun Lan Sect!"
In the grand hall, Ya Fei stood before Hai Bodong, reporting earnestly.
Lying back in his chair, Hai Bodong lazily sipped his tea, completely relaxed.
With a wave of his hand, he chuckled:
"Ya Fei, no need to be tense.
Lord Yan Zun told us to watch the show, so that's exactly what we'll do."
"This time, I called everyone back not to fight
But to enjoy the spectacle!"
Ya Fei nodded.
She had witnessed firsthand Hai Bodong's unshakable faith in Wu Tian.
He had been lounging and drinking tea for two days, while everyone else ran around preparing for war.
If Hai Bodong said watch the show, then so be it.
She had no interest in merely being a clan leader.
If she wanted to be Wu Tian's woman, she needed to aim higher.
Her ambition was no longer limited to this small clan.
She was already thinking beyond
To ruling over the Jia Ma Empire and the Tagor Desert after the war.
(End of Chapter)
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