Old Chai actually recognized who Wu Jinliang was disguised as from someone's clothes, but he also doubted whether he had made a mistake. The person seemed shorter, so the clothes should appear larger, but why did they still fit perfectly?

He also noticed an issue, realizing that most people had changed into battle armor, except for Xiao Sheng.

He found their behavior rather peculiar and had no idea what they were up to, unsure if following them blindly would be problematic.

Shi Chun took this opportunity to contact Mulan Jin and Ming Chaofeng, using dual confirmation to verify the position of reinforcements from the three factions.

As he expected, both sides indeed pinpointed the locations of the three factions' hidden forces.

This was his intention. Previously, he informed the three factions of where to penetrate the encirclement.

This implicitly revealed that Wei Mo's East Victory Team was also involved.

Mulan Jin, though initially intending to stay aloof, couldn't help but send a communication asking: Why would Wei Mo help you?

Implying: What benefit did you offer Wei Mo?

Shi Chun found it amusing, thinking they would hold their composure and not ask, and immediately replied: I'm launching from their side, once surrounded forces make a move to intercept, that will be the signal for the Heavenly Court Army to assist.

This message left Mulan Jin astonished. What nonsense, launching from Wei Mo's forces, not from the Heavenly Court side?

On second thought, he realized that they hadn't actually said they were launching from their side, it was their own assumption from the start.

After rereading their response, he had initially asked why Wei Mo would help you, and that was the response he got.

After a bit of reflection, he suddenly realized something and hurriedly asked: Are you sure you can escape from him?

Shi Chun knew he understood the implication, speaking with clever people was straightforward, so he replied: Uncertain, but worth trying. Only when I fall into his hands, he agrees to help. Please, Commander, speak favorably to the Commander on my behalf.

This was a gamble. Mulan Jin, holding the Communication Talisman with a slightly serious expression, finally turned to Manxi, transmitting: We overthought it, Shi Chun isn't borrowing our path, he's cutting through Wei Mo's East Victory forces.

What? Manxi turned back in shock, his face also darkening, and questioned in transmission: What's his intention? Is he playing us? Once he goes through Wei Mo's side, he'll fall into Wei Mo's hands, even if he obtains the Magical Treasure, what does it have to do with us?

Mulan Jin replied: Commander, ease your mind, that's why he could engage the East Victory forces for help, he's using himself as bait.

Manxi was slightly stunned. After a bit of thinking, he generally understood but still complained: No matter how you use bait, if you're in Wei Mo's hands, the obtained Magical Treasure will fall into Wei Mo's possession.

Mulan Jin said: Wei Mo previously sent people to hunt him down, he should understand the consequences of going there. Whether he obtains Li Hongjiu or the Magical Treasure, Wei Mo won't let them go, possibly including his life. He's risking his life, surely he has his own plan, just keep an eye out for it.

Manxi glanced twice at Mulan Jin after that last sentence, realizing it was in support of Shi Chun. Since the dignitary said so, their status disparity clearly set, he didn't press further, but neutrally said: It's all uncertain, unclear what he's up to, what do we do now?

Mulan Jin: No tricks. He said, when surrounded forces make a move to intercept him, that's our signal to assist.

That made it simple, Manxi thought for a moment and didn't say more, issuing orders, instructing the leaders of relevant hidden forces.

Inside the cave, as Shi Chun put away the Mother-child Talisman and turned around, Wu Jinliang, now disguised, approached discreetly, whispering: I can only maintain for half an incense stick's time at best, will it be enough?

He was referring to the duration of his transformation; half the time had already nearly elapsed with their ordeal.

Shi Chun nodded slightly, "It's enough, a quick errand."

He called the group with a shout, "Alright, let's go!"

The group emerged from the cave. Shi Chun handed an extra set of battle armor to an East Victory handler outside, pointed at Xiao Sheng, and said, "He said the armor is uncomfortable, didn't want it, so fine, leave it to him."

The handler took the armor and used a Mother-child Talisman to report above; they were indifferent.

No one forced Shi Chun's group to wear battle armor; it was their request, and Tao Zhi's side naturally didn't care.

Shi Chun glanced around, "Lead the way now."

The two handlers saluted ten comrades hiding in another earth cave, returning an extra set of armor, then arose and flew off. They led the way as Shi Chun's group took flight in pursuit, relying solely on their own mana for flight, without using Wind Scale.

Old Chai frequently looked around, unsure what was happening, just tagging along in his confusion.

Flying not particularly high, essentially keeping within tens of feet above ground.

Despite low altitude flight, near their destination, they couldn't escape surrounding vigilant eyes.

The handlers led them, avoiding flying directly over other forces.

Noticing many diverse groups gathered here, Old Chai felt inwardly alarmed, increasingly confused.

Meanwhile, at the Beiju Team's Command Center, an observer suddenly reported to Lan She, "Commander, the forces surrounding Li Hongjiu reported that a batch of East Victory Team people have entered into Li Hongjiu's encirclement."

All parties are keeping a close watch on this; even if they can't consume the whole meat themselves, they don't want it stolen by others. Suddenly, an influx of troops is a sensitive matter, worrying that experts might infiltrate and disrupt the balance.

Lan She made a gesture, and the Heavenly Mirror and Mountain River Map immediately linked up.

Soon, eleven white light spots appeared on the continually enlarged screen on the Mountain River Map, representing the East Victory Team.

Immediately afterwards, the Heavenly Mirror also locked onto this group, twelve people but only eleven light spots, the mirror quickly zoomed in to reveal their faces, it was clear most were disguised, which instantly caught the attention of the Beiju Command Center.

The mirror and Mountain River Map kept a close eye on them, also focusing on the names on the collars, while personnel quickly searched corresponding lists for verification to grasp their origins.

The West Ox Team Command Center, under the direction of Commander Niu Qian, had a similar reaction.

Mostly disguised?

Although the major forces are being closely monitored by all parties, Commander Niu Qian still sharply senses something amiss while focusing on the mirror and Mountain River Map, suddenly saying: "Ask the troops stationed at other positions if they've noticed anything unusual."

"Yes." Someone responded and carried out the order.

At the Heavenly Court Team Command Center, an observer suddenly reported: "Commander, a batch of East Victory troops is intervening in the stalemate siege."

The subordinates, ignorant of the situation, are merely fulfilling their duties, which is understandable.

Manxi raised a hand to stop the frame, not allowing the Heavenly Mirror or Mountain River Map to show any related tracking images, but his gaze slowly wandered across the two screens, concentrating intently.

At the East Victory Team Command Center, Wei Mo was similarly concentrated.

Suddenly, he revealed several Mother-child Talismans in his hand; the ears and eyes from the West Ox Team have sent word that the Beiju Team's mirror and Mountain River Map focus intensely in the direction encircling Li Hongjiu.

Upon receiving this news, Wei Mo nodded towards Tao Zhi.

Tao Zhi immediately directed the mirror and Mountain River Map to coordinate observation at the target location.

Not only here, but also the Nanshan Team and Heavenly Court Team were behaving similarly. After receiving reports from below about East Victory reinforcements, they held back on immediately following with the Mirror and Map screen, fearing their reaction would draw premature attention from other sides.

Only after receiving related attention messages from the ears and eyes of other teams did they quickly order the mirror and map to follow up and focus.

For a time, all five teams' Heavenly Mirror reflections and Mountain River Map images sensitively focused on the same scenario.

Whether it was Manxi and Mulan Jin, or Wei Mo and Ming Chaofeng, watching the glowing spots on the Mountain River Map moving closer and closer to Li Hongjiu, their minds were bound by a vague oppressive feeling, all holding their breath as they stared at the changing giant images.

Especially those who knew, like Manxi and Mulan Jin, felt a tension akin to entering a tiger's den in this scene, starting to admire Shi Chun's courage.

Indeed, it's to be eagerly awaited, because, compared to the situation, it's hard to see where Shi Chun has the confidence to break free.

Seeing Xiao Sheng in the image not wearing battle armor, owing to his understanding of Shi Chun, Wei Mo suddenly felt uneasy, unable to pinpoint why, and he couldn't help but turn back to transmit a message asking: "Is the arrangement at this position finalized?"

Seeing his excessive concern, Tao Zhi hurriedly replied in detail via message: "The twelve units at that position have already been entrusted to the on-site command of the thirty-four centurions led by Dou Jingshan at the forefront, to adapt as needed, avoiding delays due to message relay. Command methods have been unified. Dou Jingshan's cultivation and strength can rank in the top hundred, with decent adaptability; all instructions have been made clear to him, and he's assured that when successful, it'll be a major accomplishment noted, so there shouldn't be any mishaps."

In an army of a million, ranking within the top hundred in strength is no small feat. Wei Mo nodded slightly reassured but continued to closely monitor the minute changes in the image.

With his battle armor, Dou Jingshan looked rather mature, with three-inch facial hair, weathered and wrinkled, indeed aged, frequently glancing back while at the forefront.

He had received the briefing stating the target had arrived.

Though he had heard of Shi Chun decades ago, he had never met him; previously indifferent as it didn't concern him, now, with the top advising prudence, he wanted to know what he looked like.

Soon, a group of flying figures rapidly approached, as they neared, Dou Jingshan suddenly swung an energy wave to intercept them.

The group quickly dove, landing in front of Dou Jingshan.

Dou Jingshan first displayed his token to indicate his identity, then said, "I am Dou Jingshan, this is the front line, who is Shi Chun?"

The guide immediately pointed at Shi Chun, saying, "He is Shi Chun."

Dou Jingshan took a look, realizing even after seeing him, he wouldn't recognize him again; he was disguised.

Knowing they might be under surveillance by external mirrors, Dou Jingshan couldn't rightly ask them to undo their disguise.

Scanning the group, he found almost all were disguised.

Shi Chun gazed into the distance, already able to see the floating siege of dozens of men; although unclear who they are, Li Hongjiu should be among them.

Ignoring Dou Jingshan wasn't out of disregard, but due to the pressing timing, primarily because Wu Jinliang's transformation time was nearly up, there was no time for pleasantries.

He directly took out a Mother-child Talisman, his sleeve concealing it, and first sent a message to Gao Lian who was by Li Hongjiu, containing only two words: Do it!

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