Chapter 611: Not Just a Small Win, But a Huge Victory!
Xuanzi's words made Crushing Star Douluo uneasy, sensing that something unexpected might happen during the Great Counterattack of the Mingdou Mountains.
After all, the last time they had attempted to trap Zhongli Wu, Xuanzi had displayed the same overconfidence.
However, regardless of his personal doubts, Xuanzi was still a Rank 98 Super Douluo the strongest person present and a crucial ally to Star Luo Empire.
For the empire's sake, even if they were marching into hell itself, Crushing Star Douluo had no choice but to follow Xuanzi.
With a bitter smile, he sighed, "Elder Xuan, we'll be counting on you."
Some time later, the Star Luo Army and Heavenly Soul reinforcements finished preparations and set off toward Mingdou Mountain Range.
Soul Masters were the minority most of the army consisted of ordinary soldiers.
As the masses of troops advanced, the sounds of marching footsteps and clanking armor fused together, creating a tense and chilling atmosphere.
The ground trembled slightly beneath their march, even the walls of Yuming City shuddered faintly, causing specks of dust to drift down, swirling like autumn leaves in the sunlight.
On the walls of Yuming City, Princess Xu Jiujiu stood in full battle armor, both hands resting against the stone as she watched the tide of soldiers surge toward the Mingdou Mountains.
Even if the counterattack was successful, many of these men's lives would wither like falling leaves.
After all, war meant death especially in large-scale conflicts between empires.
This was her first time leading an army into battle, and nervousness gripped her heart.
But as the temporary commander, she had to stay composed.
Taking a deep breath, she calmed herself, gripping the hilt of her sword as she declared firmly,
"In three minutes, we set out!"
"Yes, ma'am!" her elite guards and accompanying powerhouses responded in unison, their voices steady and fearless.
Just then, a lively and determined voice rang out behind her.
"Sister! Wait! I'm coming too!"
Xu Jiujiu turned to see a tall, golden-haired girl in custom armor, her eyes filled with urgency.
Sighing, Xu Jiujiu replied,
"Yun'er, the battlefield is far too dangerous. Stay here in Yuming City."
"Why can you go, but I can't?!" Xu Yun protested.
Stepping forward, Xu Jiujiu placed a hand on her younger sister's shoulder, her expression serious.
"I am the acting commander. If I were to stay in the city, communication would be too slow leading the charge myself ensures swift decision-making."
Xu Yun frowned. "But I am the Captain of the 3rd Battalion of the 7th Division in the Sixth Reserve Corps! I have real combat ability, too! I can show those Sun Moon bastards what Star Luo is made of!"
Xu Jiujiu's face hardened.
"Enough. As a ranking officer, you should follow orders. As acting commander, I order you to stay put."
Xu Yun's eyes widened in disbelief.
Just as she was about to argue further, Xu Jiujiu's cold expression silenced her.
"Captain of the 3rd Battalion, how should you address me?"
Xu Yun was momentarily stunned, then reluctantly muttered,
"…Commander."
"Good. Then obey orders. Stay in Yuming City."
Seeing no way around it, Xu Yun sighed. "Fine. I'll follow orders."
Satisfied, Xu Jiujiu softened her tone.
"I know you want to fight, but the battlefield is unpredictable. If something were to happen to you, how could I face our brother?"
After a brief pause, she continued,
"Instead, I have an important mission for you watch over and protect Dai Luoli. He is the most suitable candidate for the next White Tiger Duke. Nothing must happen to him."
Xu Yun nodded. "Understood."
Protecting Dai Luoli was an important task, and she wouldn't refuse.
But deep down, something felt strange.
After all, she had appointed Dai Luoli as her personal guard.
Shouldn't he be the one protecting her?
And now, she had to protect him instead?
She tilted her head in confusion but said nothing.
Taking a moment, she activated a soundproof Soul Tool barrier, then asked in a low voice,
"Sister, are you sure we can win this battle? Even with Shrek's reinforcements, Xuanzi's track record doesn't inspire confidence…"
Given Shrek Academy's relentless propaganda, the Sun Moon Empire had always been depicted as a powerful, evil force one that only Shrek could stand against.
But now, Shrek Academy's reputation was in shambles, thanks to Xuanzi's past failures.
Even students' families were abandoning the Academy, with many dropping out entirely.
As a result, Xu Yun had serious doubts about Xuanzi leading this mission.
Xu Jiujiu smiled confidently.
"Don't worry. We're not relying on Xuanzi for protection just for killing. And when it comes to killing, he rarely fails. Based on our intelligence, I can tell you this much: We have the advantage!"
Her eyes gleamed as she declared proudly,
"This won't just be a small victory it'll be a crushing, overwhelming win!"
Mingdou Mountains – Sun Moon Empire's Outpost
High in the sky, Xuanzi and his team advanced like stormwinds, heading toward the Mingdou Mountains.
Moments later, they arrived at their target.
Taking the lead, Xuanzi boldly entered the enemy's high-altitude Soul Tool detection range.
Alarms blared instantly.
He had been spotted.
But Xuanzi was unfazed.
Instead, his Martial Soul activated his massive horns gleamed sharply, muscles bulging like a mountain range, and a thick aura of earth energy surrounded him.
Two yellow, two purple, four black, one red nine dazzling Soul Rings emerged!
BOOM! BOOM! BOOM!
Countless Soul Tool cannons fired from below, launching a tidal wave of artillery at Xuanzi, aiming to erase him from existence.
But as a Rank 98 Super Douluo, how could he fall so easily?
With a cold smirk, he unleashed his earth attribute Soul Power, sending out golden spheres of energy like a shower of meteors.
They streaked across the sky, racing toward the high-altitude detectors and incoming cannon fire
The Great Counterattack of the Mingdou Mountains had begun!
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