LRAB Chapter 71 Morax's Decisiveness
Chapter 71 Morax's Decisiveness
Chapter 71 Morax's Decisiveness
Back in the day, during the Liyue Demon God War, there was a saying that "a Celestial army of less than ten thousand, or ten thousand, is invincible." With equal numbers, no army could rival the Celestial army, and very few could even contend with the Thousand Rock army.
Compared to the fragile and timid humans, the celestial beasts have a far greater advantage. Originally, the immortals roamed the mountains and forests, hunting and fighting as their daily routine. Even humans, who were granted power by the demon god, were like sheep caught in the midst of a tiger's attack when faced with the immortals' onslaught, utterly unable to compete.
Star Luo National Master Zheng Sen, or rather, Ausel, closed his eyes, a look of despair flashing across his face. Back then, so many demons and gods, so many heroes, on the continent of Teyvat, all ultimately fell. The mighty Thousand Rock Army and the Immortal Clan's iron cavalry swept across the vast land, unifying the world, leaving behind a trail of bloodshed for the people of Yunlai.
He once had so many followers and so many people in the Cloud Sea region! But now only Liyue Harbor remains, standing there. He hates Liyue Harbor, and he hates those humans who betrayed him and surrendered to Morax!
Unexpectedly, that mighty steel army that once traversed the continent of Teyvat has, in a sense, been brought back to this world by Morax. Is it possible that everything that happened during the era of the Demon God Wars is destined to repeat itself?
Intense resentment and bitterness seemed to materialize in Ausel's blood-red eyes.
"Morax! I'll be waiting for you right here."
Ausel raised his head, looked in the direction of the Heavenly Dou Empire's army, and slowly spoke.
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Zhongli's Thousand Rock Army and Immortal Army broke through and marched south, quickly entering the territory of the Star Luo Empire. They were heading straight for Star Luo City, aiming to strike at its heart!
For a time, the battlefield across the continent took on a somewhat bizarre form. On one side, the Star Luo Empire's army advanced step by step from other directions, approaching the direction of Tian Dou City. On the other side, the Thousand Rock Army and the Immortal Army penetrated deep into the Star Luo Empire's territory, leaving devastation in their wake and crushing all who stood in their way.
In just half a month, Zhong Li received thirteen swan tokens from Tian Dou City, requesting him to return and provide assistance. Zhong Li threw all of these tokens into the fire.
"Hmph, this old man Xueye is so corrupt and senile! Are all our achievements in battle going to be ruined because of this old man's cowardice?"
Ma Hongjun said this while chewing on a piece of roasted meat, his mouth dripping with oil.
They were now in a manor in the Star Luo Empire. They had once been grand dukes of the Star Luo Empire, but had now been liberated by the warriors of the Thousand Rock Army and the Immortal Army. The warriors slaughtered all the cattle, horses, and livestock in the manor, took out the fine wine from the cellar, and drank and ate heartily, thoroughly enjoying themselves.
In fact, obtaining supplies from the Heavenly Dou Empire was already difficult due to their deep penetration into enemy territory. Furthermore, the Heavenly Dou Empire's army, which they had previously followed, had been left far behind and was unable to keep pace with the Thousand Rock Army and the Immortal Army warriors.
"An army marches on its stomach." This saying doesn't seem to apply entirely to the Thousand Rocks Army and the Immortal Clan Army now. Their mobility is simply too fast, and their adaptability is extremely strong. The method of sustaining themselves through war is enough to allow them to advance all the way to Star Luo City, making supply lines less important.
Along the way, they have eliminated hundreds of thousands of enemies and corrupt elements who hindered the holy war, and have seized countless spoils of war. They have also carelessly abandoned and burned countless supplies.
Wherever they passed, Nandou City, the second largest city in the Star Luo Empire, a place of extravagance and luxury where countless nobles gathered, had been completely reduced to ruins. The wealth that the nobles had plundered from the people and the treasures that the cunning commoners had hoarded had all become the spoils of the warriors, and these enemies had been buried in the ruins.
"Your Majesty, please get in the carriage!"
An attendant looked at the worried Emperor Xueye and sighed inwardly, saying...
Not long ago, under the guidance of the new prime minister, Navilette, the courtiers offered their advice, which led to today's trip.
The Star Luo Empire's army is getting closer and closer to Tian Dou City. Moreover, the Star Luo Empire's army is advancing steadily, and the Tian Dou Empire's counterattacks are becoming increasingly limited. Even recalling the troops that previously cooperated with the Fifth Prince Xue Li has not been enough to reverse the situation. Today, Tian Dou City is almost on the verge of collapse.
So, not long ago, under Vilette's leadership, the court officials suggested that Emperor Xueye should follow his example and personally inspect the army outside the city to boost morale in preparation for the upcoming battle to defend Tiandou City. Emperor Xueye had no choice but to agree.
However, before boarding the carriage today, Emperor Xueye's eyelids twitched for some reason. It was as if something bad was about to happen.
"well"
Under the questioning gazes of several attendants, Emperor Xueye finally sighed and boarded the carriage. However, his hand remained gripping his scepter; after the carriage started moving, his mind not only did not relax, but became even more tense.
"Your Majesty, Pinggaoling is just ahead! We are less than two miles away from Xinlitun, where our army is stationed."
"It was reported by one of the attendants in front."
"Yes, I understand."
Emperor Xueye closed his eyes and spoke calmly. However, the tip of his scepter was already soaked with sweat. For some reason, the inexplicable unease he felt upon hearing the name "Pinggaoling" intensified.
"kill!"
Just then, a battle cry suddenly rang out from all directions; Emperor Xueye's pupils shrank sharply, and he gripped the scepter in his hand tightly in an instant, feeling a sudden tightness in his chest.
The moment he stepped out of the car, he saw a handsome man in a blue robe, also holding a scepter, surrounded by clusters of deep blue light.
"I despise all that is lofty and great."
On September 7th, the "Pinggaoling Incident," which shocked the mainland, broke out. In a single day, the Heavenly Dou Empire was turned upside down, almost resulting in a change of dynasty.
After swearing an oath by the Douling River, Prime Minister Navelette launched a coup during Emperor Xueye's military review. Almost the entire royal family of the Tiandou Empire was wiped out in a single day, and Emperor Xueye's fate remains unknown. From that moment on, Prime Minister Navelette controlled the entire Tiandou Empire's court!
(End of this chapter)