'It's done.'

Qing Yu reached out and withdrew the True Qi, his expression calm.

The "Heavenly Scroll" had already completed a cycle within Ji Chengtian's body. From now on, as long as Qing Yu activated the "Wasteful Scroll" in front of Ji Chengtian, he would have no power to resist.

Although there's no control method set, having this assurance is enough.

'Villain Points increased by fifteen thousand, which means letting a Supreme cultivate the "Soldier Armor Martial Scripture" yields fifteen thousand points?' Qing Yu glanced at the system interface.

Since the plan entered its later stages, Villain Points have been continuously rising. Especially since the massacre feast in Shu Province began, it hadn't settled.

Though it has only been changing by single digits, occasionally increasing by dozens or hundreds, over time it still accumulates into a significant harvest.

Just like now, Qing Yu, who had originally exhausted his Villain Points, now had over forty-eight thousand points, and they're still rising.

'People dying due to the "Soldier Armor Martial Scripture", those cultivating it, all bring me Villain Points. And, judging by the trend, it seems there are warriors of the Divinity Realm involved.'

'System, purchase the "Divine Scroll".'

As soon as the words were spoken, a scroll of scriptures transmitted into his mind, various profound principles continuously absorbed by Qing Yu.

With this scroll, Qing Yu has now collected the six scrolls of Waste, Life, Split, Heaven, Earth, and Divine, more than half of the eleven "Soldier Armor Martial Scripture" scrolls.

'Very good.'

Qing Yu's figure drifted away with the wind, disappearing into the distance.

As for Ji Chengtian, with his Life Force, he wouldn't die. After a day or half, he would basically regain mobility and return to Hou Qian.

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At the edge of the grassland, armies were arrayed.

On one side was naturally the Northern Zhou army stationed at the grassland, their military formation neat, exuding an impressive military presence.

On the other side, things were less presentable; it appeared to be a rebel army. Though they numbered heavily, they were a mixed group, with remnants of the Golden Wolf Han Court and Peacock Remnants from the Western Regions.

Peacock Remnants have had a difficult time in the Western Regions over the years. Not to mention armor, even weapons were not standardized; a single unit could comprise eighteen different types of weapons.

Only the monk soldiers at the rear from Nalanda Temple had any semblance of discipline and a commanding presence.

If it weren't for Shiva's support, despite their numbers, the Northern Zhou army could defeat them within a day.

'Such a disgrace, truly shameful.'

In the sky, Shiva's Eye on Mie Tian's forehead opened wide, as if ready to unleash Destructive Fire at any moment.

'It's an inevitable situation. You're aware of our clan's plight. At least, they have individual strength as some assurance,' Shitian said helplessly.

The Western Regions had always been a lawless land, harboring numerous ruthless individuals. On this terrain, everyone was vicious and combative, fighting daily for survival.

How could there be resources to train Peacock Remnants in such circumstances?

'The Western Regions have always been resource-poor. Our clan barely survives, so we need the fertile lands of the Central Plains,' Shitian mused, gazing at the expansive grasslands in the distance.

Even the grasslands are better than the Western Regions. At least there's no shortage of water on the grasslands.

'Retreat,' Fantian suddenly announced.

'Hmm?'

The other two cast surprised glances at Fantian.

'Have Elder Shiming and his party failed?' Mie Tian pondered briefly, understanding Fantian's rationale for such a move.

According to the original plan, if Elder Shiming succeeded, then an official battle would commence on this front as well. With Shiva's strength, they would invade the grassland. But now, the evident failure signified the breakdown of the plan.

'The Array Plate lost contact; Elder Shiming's side must have failed, but...'

Fantian said, 'Elder Shiming's defeat equates to Shengde Emperor's defeat. At worst, he suffers heavy injuries. Shu Province is now amidst a bloody battlefield, we withdraw and instead infiltrate Shu Province to seize opportunities amidst chaos.'

Shu Province, currently a killing field, provides an excellent opportunity. If Peacock Remnants discreetly occupy Shu Province, then a breach in the blockade over the Western Regions opens up.

Subsequently, the Western Regions' resource plight could be alleviated.

This is the true reason Fantian agreed to assist Elder Shiming. Should Elder Shiming's side win, Peacock Remnants would attack the grassland; if they lost, switch targets to Shu Province, adjoining the Western Regions.

Regardless of the outcome, Peacock Remnants have opportunities to exploit.

'What about these Golden Wolf Han Court folks?' Shitian asked.

'Have them cover the retreat, serving as our account to Northern Zhou,' Mie Tian replied without hesitation.

For Peacock Remnants to exit safely, the Northern Zhou army must be dissuaded from pursuit. The remnants of the Golden Wolf Han Court present an excellent bargaining chip, satisfying Northern Zhou while preserving Peacock Remnants' interests.

'Alright.'

Under Shiva's command, Peacock Remnants silently retreated, abandoning the Golden Wolf remnants already ahead.

Of course, there were clever individuals among the Golden Wolf remnants who noticed the retreat of Peacock Remnants, but under the intimidating glare from Shiva above, seeing the retreat didn't change anything.

On the Northern Zhou front, as commander, Xu Tiecheng also observed the enemy's division, immediately ordering, 'The opponent has conceded, advance.'

'Boom, boom, boom...'

With orderly, powerful steps, Chen's Army, a war beast dormant on the frontier for several days, commenced. Today, this place was destined to be stained with blood.

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'The Witch King died tragically, the Southern Border suffered a severe depletion of Primordial Energy this time.'

Mu Cangsheng stashed the intelligence in hand, chuckling with some schadenfreude.

'This isn't necessarily a good thing; the Witch King's death attests to Qing Yu's formidable nature. He's a far greater threat than the Southern Border,' a figure cloaked in the Ten Thousand Ghosts Emperor Robe remarked, speaking with a haunting tone.

'Even if the Witch King lived, Qing Yu remained just as strong. With the Witch King's death, the Southern Border will draw closer to us, so I said the Witch King's death is a good thing.'

'But remember, the Southern Border is the hereditary enemy of your clan.'

A fierce gleam crossed Mu Cangsheng's eyes.

The Southern Border was where the Ji Family's ancestors exiled them, destined to be a bitter vendetta against the Ji Family. Although Mu Cangsheng no longer bore the Ji name, he never forgot the Ji blood flowing within him.

'Of course, I won't forget. Ha, those descendants of sinners dreaming of snatching the "key" from my hands, it's pure fantasy,' Mu Cangsheng retorted with a cold laugh.

For the Southern Border Witch Clan to meddle in the Central Plains affairs, they had their own pursuits. Judging from the current situation, besides returning to the Central Plains, their goal was to acquire the "key" in Mu Cangsheng's possession.

'The evolving situation is becoming increasingly interesting, but regardless of whether it's the Southern Border's Witch Clan sinners or Northern Zhou's former Wang Dynasty remnants, ultimately, they will only serve as the stepping stones for the Ji Family's resurgence. The era of the Wang Dynasty began with the Ji Family and will return to the Ji Family.'

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