After a simple test, Qin Hao returned to Feng City. He had traveled a long way from Western Liang and had used up some Dili on the way. He couldn't fight Ning Wu directly. That would be of no benefit to him and Wuque.
However, he had gained something from this test. At least he had estimated Ning Wufeng's combat capability. In the Realm of True Self, Ancestor Fox and Ancestor Ning's cultivation was not bad. They could resist Qin Hao's attack together. Although he was confident that he could kill them together, the time it would take was enough to affect or even change the battle situation.
Besides, the other side had more than two Great Emperors of True Self. Ning Tianxing hadn't fought yet.
Qin Hao wasn't too worried about this. Feng City had Holy Emperor Jiang, Sun God, and Wuque. Even if Ning Tianxing had the combat ability to delay Qin Hao, Feng City still had some advantages. Three Great Emperors against two Great Emperors of True Self, it would be difficult to lose.
After Qin Hao left, the rain of fire that fell from the sky exerted immense pressure on Ning Wu. Ancestor Fox and the Ning Clan were well aware that they were no match for Qin Hao in a one-on-one battle. However, since things had come to this, it was impossible for Ning Wu and the demonic beasts to retreat. If they wanted to retreat, they would have to see if the Zheng Clan agreed. This was no longer a small conflict between overlords, but a battle of life and death.
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Feng City, Zheng Imperial Palace.
At this time, in the solemn main hall of the Imperial Palace, many emperors sat upright. The Sword Sect, Scorching Sun Temple, Night Luo Palace, and the Zheng Clan, plus Holy Emperor Jiang, Ancestor Zhan, and Qin Yun, who Qin Hao had brought from Beijiang and Western Liang, were extremely powerful. This gave the Zheng Clan great confidence. Hearing the deafening cheers of the soldiers outside the Imperial Palace, the long-time depression caused by Ning Wu was swept away.
"You suppressed Ning Wu's arrogance with a simple return and boosted the morale of our army. That's your style," Holy Emperor Jiang said with a smile.
The rest of the people in the hall looked very relaxed. Hearing the cheers from outside, they were encouraged.
"The old fox from the Demon Forest is not simple. The old man from the third branch of the Ning family is even stronger. He's already close to the Unblemished Path. So, which one do you want to pick?"
Qin Hao said to Old Monster Jiang. He pressed his palm on the back of the Sun God, and the Red Lotus Tyrannical Fire roared in his body, turning into a powerful vortex of power. Strands of golden Golden Crow threads were constantly moving from the Sun God's body to Qin Hao's palm, as if they were being forcefully pulled over. Finally, they slowly disappeared under his palm.
At the same time, his other hand was wrapped in sparkling water vapor. He placed it on the shoulder of the Yang Spirit. Every time he extracted a wisp of the Golden Crow Dao Flame of the War Tower, he would inject a stream of Tranquil Water into the other party's body to repair the damaged meridians of the Yang Spirit.
Gradually, the Yang God's complexion improved a lot. The worry that had always been between his eyebrows disappeared, and his body felt a long-lost comfort.
"It's all the same."
Holy Emperor Jiang replied with a chuckle. Whether he was at the peak of the True Self or had comprehended a wisp of the Unblemished Path, it made no difference to him who he fought, because it was impossible for him to kill the Great Emperor of True Self with his own strength. After all, the attack power of Old Monster Jiang was limited, and he was not good at fighting.
"Let me deal with the old man from the Ning family." At this time, a young voice sounded, attracting everyone's attention.
"Wuque, you're not serious, are you?" Zong Yun's expression changed slightly as he exclaimed in shock.
"Currently, I've grasped the Emperor's True Self Force, but I'm unable to expand it. I've encountered a bottleneck. This battle might be of help to my Sword Dao and cultivation level," Jiu Wuque explained seriously.
"You will die."
The Yang God shifted his gaze, and a pair of golden eyes stared at Shou Wuque. Putting aside the matter of the Xuanyuan family, this junior from the Southern Region was actually very admirable. But tomorrow's battle was not child's play. No matter how strong Shou Wuque's swordsmanship was, there was still a gap between his will and Ancestor Ning's. One mistake and he would be doomed eternally.
"Let me deal with the old man from the Ning family. Young people should do young things. You go and deal with Ning Wu Ming Emperor."
Holy Emperor Jiang took the initiative to shoulder the heavy burden. Makumonji also said, "Think about it again. Ancestor Ning is not someone you can easily defeat."
"I have made up my mind." Shou Wuque's response was very direct. He was not joking.
"This …" Zheng Zu was speechless.
"Okay, you deal with Ancestor Ning."
Under Qin Hao's palm, the sparkling and translucent light of water raged, enveloping the Yang God's entire body. Waves of water flowed around him like small dragons. Then the will of the Way dissipated.
"I shouldn't have said this to you, but thank you."
The Yang God got up and nodded slightly at Qin Hao. His expression was very complicated. He had to avenge his master's murder, but Qin Hao had saved him once.
"No need. I don't know you well. I just helped you for the sake of the battle, just like you chose to join Feng City in revenge for Ning Tianxing's attack on Scorching Sun Holy Mountain."
Qin Hao did not want to cause psychological burden to the other party. He resolved the old damage left by the battle tower. He looked at the crowd and said, "I can understand Wuque's mentality. His situation is the same as mine. To be precise, I do control the power of the Flawless Great Path, but I always feel that there is a little bit missing. I can't completely integrate it with the will of the Emperor. The old man from the Ning family is a bit fierce, but if he is killed by Wuque in this battle, his sword heart will definitely sublimate. I support his decision."
"Good brother." Shou Wuque's mouth cracked into a smile. This was a true friend.
"Alright then."
Makumonji sighed slightly. Soon, the worry in his heart dissipated. Qin Hao was personally involved in this battle. If Wuque was defeated by Ancestor Ning, he should not be in danger.
"In that case, I will deal with the old fox of Demon Forest," said Saint Emperor Jiang.
He could not kill the other party, but vice versa. Moreover, he could prevent Ancestor Fox from affecting the battle. It all depended on whose teammate gained the advantage first.
"Old Jiang, I will leave Ancestor Fox to you. Wuque will deal with the old man from the Ning family. Uncle Mu, Palace Lord Ye …" Qin Hao looked at the two. "I will leave Emperor Ning Wu Ming to you."
"No problem."
Makumonji and Ye Ninghong said at the same time. Emperor Ning Wu Ming had proven his Dao, but they were not ordinary Dao Confirming Emperors. The odds of victory were in their favor.
"Qin Yun, you have just become an Imperial Lord. Ning Wu Ming and Ning Weibai are also Imperial Lords. They are suitable to be your opponents," said Qin Hao.
"Understood." Qin Yun nodded. His supreme Emperor weapon, the Xuanyuan War Halberd, was already thirsting for battle.
"The three Emperor Lords of Demon Forest, the Snow Fox King, the Great Peng King, and the Ice Bear Patriarch, who was injured by me. Surnamed Yang, you have no objections, right?" Qin Hao looked at Sun God and said.
"Three Dao Confirming Emperors. Dealing with them is a piece of cake, but who will deal with Ning Tianxing?"
Sun God's old illness had been cured. It was not a big problem for him to deal with three Dao Confirming Emperors on his own. However, Ning Tianxing's cultivation was not as simple as it seemed. Although both sides had been injured in the battle, he always felt that Ning Tianxing did not use his full strength on purpose.
"Naturally, I will deal with him."
Qin Hao replied with a smile. The rest of the people in the hall also laughed. Now that Dendi was Feng City's commander-in-chief, the commander-in-chief naturally faced the commander-in-chief.
The corner of Sun God's mouth twitched a few times. He wanted to say a few words of warning, but in the end, he did not say anything. He said, "With you, that bastard from the Ning family is finished even if he has great abilities."
The dignified East Continent Dendi had swept through the six barbarians and settled the eight wastelands six hundred years ago. The souls of Emperor Lords could be found everywhere under the Sunset Arrow, including his two masters. Any one of Qin Hao's achievements was enough to make people slap the table and praise him. Dealing with a small Ning Tianxing, he naturally did not need to remind him.
"Well, it's settled then."
Holy Emperor Jiang stood up and said. The peak combat strength had been dealt with. The rest was not a concern. With the rock-solid defensive strength of Feng City, no matter how fierce Ning Tianxing's army was, it would be difficult for them to break through in a short time. By then, the victory and defeat of this group of Emperor Lords would have been decided.
"It's good, but what about us?"
Zheng Zu spread out his hands helplessly. His pair of pitiful eyes scanned the crowd. He was also a Emperor Lord. He should do something, right?
Moreover, this battle was for the Zheng family. Why did it seem like he had become an outsider?
"Yes, my lord. What about me?"
Zhan Guang He's expression was also very uncomfortable. He had come all the way here from Xiliang, but in the end, the opponents were arranged. Was he allowed to watch the battle?
"Of course, I have my reasons for this arrangement. Guang He, you and Zheng Zu will support the battle at any time and guard against Ning Tianxing's backup," Qin Hao said.
Ning Tianxing and Yao Lin only had this little strength?
Not really.
At least, Qin Hao still remembered that the Ning family had a fifth bloodline. Although the fifth bloodline's Emperor Lord, Ning Lengjue, had lost to Emperor Ning Wuming and Patriarch Ning Cangsong had died, the fifth bloodline's organization was still intact. There were many Emperor Dao experts and should not be underestimated.
Qin Hao was not clear about the relationship between the two bloodlines of the Ning family. It was better to be cautious. If the fifth bloodline suddenly joined the battle, with Zhan Guang He and Zheng Zu holding the fort, Ning Lengjue would not be able to cause too much trouble. He would not be flustered when the time came.
"Alright."
Zhan Guang He was obedient to Dendi, and Zheng Zu had no objections. Qin Hao's foresight was very accurate. Zheng Zu indeed had to be cautious of the fifth bloodline of the Ning family.
"Master, have you been well all these years?"
After everything was arranged properly, Blood Emperor Su Yongfu finally dared to speak. He was not afraid of anyone, but he respected Qin Hao.
"Everything is fine."
Qin Hao patted Old Demon's shoulder. Back then, everyone had risked their lives to save him and Weiwei in the Valley of the Gods. He still remembered the unforgettable scenes.
"Let's take a walk outside. The master and servant have parted for more than 20 years. They must have a lot to talk about." Divine Emperor Jiang nodded at Qin Hao and stepped out of the hall first.
"Let's go and check the city's defenses and defensive equipment."
Zheng Zu pulled Zheng Qingchi and walked out with majestic steps, not giving Zheng Qingchi any chance to catch up with Qin Hao.
Sword Sect, Ye Ninghong, Sun God, and other figures left one after another. Soon, only Qin Hao and Old Demon were left in the hall.
"Master, I am so happy to see that you are fine."
Old Demon had an evil personality and was not a sentimental person. However, at this moment, in front of Qin Hao, his eyes could not help but turn red.
"It's fine. Han 'er and Weiwei are fine. Due to the lack of time, I could not go to the Medicine Valley to bring Gou' zi and Su Jin. Su Jin is not good at socializing with others. He has been cultivating in the Medicine Valley for the past 20 years and honing his Luminous Brilliance Great Dao of Rhythm."
Qin Hao and Old Demon sat facing each other. The two armies were facing each other outside, but the master and servant were chatting casually. A sense of warmth filled the hall.
Qin Hao and Old Demon chatted for a long time. They did not mention Bao 'er and only talked about their past. Laughter echoed in the hall from time to time. At first, the Old Demon sealed himself in the medicine refining pot to avoid the Heavenly Dao Samsara. He wanted to possess Qin Hao but was forced to become the Emperor's servant. Although he later returned a strand of Su Yongfu's divine soul and severed the unequal contract with the Old Demon, their master-servant relationship did not change in the end.