Chapter 438: Chapter 298: The Foundation of Breaking Through the Taoist Palace Realm
“The Star Dynasty’s army will enter the Ancient Beast Mountain Range in three days. The scouts report that the Star Dynasty’s army seems to have been attacked by mysterious forces and has suffered heavy losses.”
In the Imperial Study Room, Gu Yi came to report. Gu Yang, upon hearing this, looked slightly surprised.
He could not understand which forces had the courage to intervene in the war between the Divine Martial Dynasty and the Star Dynasty at this time.
Gu Yi’s expression changed slightly. He took out a Jade Talisman from his storage ring and, after reading the information within it, his face changed immediately.
“Your Majesty, there is news from the Hidden Guard in Guxing State that the Taixuan Dynasty sent troops against the Star Dynasty a few days ago, capturing dozens of cities in Tiankui Prefecture in one sweep.
The Star Dynasty, enraged, dispatched its first King General Yang Xuan to lead the Seven Killings Army straight towards Tiankui Prefecture!”
Gu Yang’s expression also changed slightly.
Just like the Star Dynasty, the Taixuan Dynasty was also an ancient empire of considerable strength.
What surprised Gu Yang was that the Taixuan Dynasty would launch an attack on the Star Dynasty at this time.
Earlier, the army led by Jiang Chen had been attacked by mysterious forces, and now the Taixuan Dynasty was waging war against the Star Dynasty. It all seemed too coincidental, as if some unseen force was secretly aiding the Divine Martial Dynasty.
This news naturally shocked Gu Yang.
He quickly calmed down.
No matter which force was secretly acting against the Star Dynasty, it was currently of no disadvantage to the Divine Martial Dynasty.
After all, the enemy of my enemy is my friend. If someone was willing to weaken the Star Dynasty’s strength, Gu Yang was more than pleased to see it happen.
“Continue to gather intelligence on all movements of the Star Dynasty.”
After Gu Yi left, Gu Yang addressed the eunuch at the door: “Summon all military officers above the third rank to see me immediately.”
The eunuch respectfully obeyed the order.
A group of military officers, led by a middle-aged general, came together.
“Your subjects pay respects to Your Majesty!”
“I’ll be brief. The main force of the Star Dynasty has been ambushed by mysterious forces and has suffered significant losses, but their numbers are still vast. In three days, the army led by Jiang Chen will enter the Ancient Beast Mountain Range.
On this journey, I want you to use the Evil Suppressing Nine Cities as your base and prevent them from stepping a foot into the Nine States!”
Gu Yang commanded sternly.
The Nine States were the foundation of the Divine Martial Dynasty; Gu Yang did not want the war to erupt within the Nine States.
Regardless of victory or defeat in the Nine States, the cost would be immense.
That was not a situation Gu Yang wanted to see.
By keeping the battlefield in the Ancient Beast Mountain Range, the damage could be minimized.
The officers naturally obeyed the order.
“Yan Yun, you will be the commander for this battle, overseeing all operations in the Evil Suppressing Nine Cities. Remember, I have only one requirement: do not allow a single person from the Star Dynasty to step into the Nine States!”
Gu Yang’s gaze fell on the middle-aged general leading the group. His appearance was unremarkable, but his steadfast expression and military demeanor were evident.
At a time when Shi Zhen and others were leading troops to attack the Guiyuan Dynasty, there were not many generals in the court who could independently handle matters.
Yan Yun was one of the most outstanding among them.
Like Shi Zhen and others, Yan Yun had been by Gu Yang’s side, fighting battles since the founding of the Divine Martial Dynasty.
Yan Yun’s cultivation talent was also extremely remarkable.
Though he had not entered the Tiaoist Palace Realm, his cultivation had reached the peak of the Ninth Layer of the Divine Transformation Realm.
Without reservation, it could be said.
Yan Yun’s cultivation was among the forefront within the Divine Martial Dynasty.
If not for Shi Zhen’s advancement using pills, his current cultivation would be inferior to Yan Yun’s.
“I will do my utmost, even at the cost of my life, to prevent the Star Dynasty’s army from stepping onto our Divine Martial lands!”
Yan Yun loudly declared, cupping his fists.
Someone could not help but ask: “Your Majesty, do we have any accurate information on the force that ambushed the Star Dynasty’s army?”
“It is unclear. The attackers have been very secretive, and we have little information. However, the Taixuan Dynasty has now declared war on the Star Dynasty. Though their timing is uncertain.
The fact that one dynasty’s declaration of war signifies an advantage for our Divine Martial Dynasty.”
Gu Yang smiled slightly. His words caused everyone to change their expressions.
The Taixuan Dynasty’s declaration of war on the Star Dynasty was the best news they could hope for.
Having another force willing to attack the Star Dynasty significantly alleviated the pressure on the Divine Martial Dynasty.
Yan Yun also asked: “Now that the Star Dynasty is approaching with great momentum, should we withdraw our troops from the Guiyuan Dynasty?”
Gu Yang said coldly, with his hands behind his back.
This time, to fight the Guiyuan Dynasty, the Divine Martial Dynasty had already paid a great price. Withdrawing now would render all previous efforts wasted.
It was too late for the army to retreat and provide aid.
Rather than waste time, it was better to hasten the attack on the Guiyuan Dynasty.
With Shi Zhen’s strength and a Great Saint Weapon in hand, dealing with the Guiyuan Dynasty was more than adequate.
Seeing Gu Yang’s resolute attitude, the others could say nothing more.
Initially, upon learning of the Star Dynasty’s deployment, Emperor Han was overjoyed.
In his view, since the Star Dynasty had sent troops, the Divine Martial Army within the Guiyuan Dynasty would be sure to withdraw immediately.