146: Chapter 146: He has undoubtedly fallen into the demonic path!

Empress Wu watched this, her heart filled with emotion.

How was this still the cold, ruthless, and powerful Queen of Yin from the past? Her current appearance made her look like a completely different person.

Su Rui thought for a moment and quietly sent a voice transmission to Xiao Ruofeng, asking him to arrange two more tents.

However, Li Hanyi refused to let go of his arm, clearly afraid that Zhu Yuyan would sneak closer during the night.

Su Rui was helpless and could only let her have her way.

Zhu Yuyan could only leave resentfully, her departing figure looking lonely.

"Then I should also take my leave." Empress Wu stood up with a smile. "Meeting Mr. Su has been a long-awaited pleasure; I hope we can become closer in the future."

Before leaving, her eyes sparkled as she cast a seductive glance at Su Rui.

Li Hanyi immediately became alert, her gaze turning sharp.

"Rest assured, I only have you in my heart."

Once they were alone, Su Rui pulled her into his arms and let her sit on his lap, one hand encircling her slender waist.

"Husband... don't, don't be like this..."

Li Hanyi's face was flushed as if she were drunk, her heart racing uncontrollably, and she could no longer focus on any other thoughts.

...

The next morning.

Xiao Ruofeng had a solemn expression as he listened to the scout's report.

"Report—The Demonic Cult's army is only fifty li away from Qingyun Terrace!"

The kneeling scout's voice was loud and clear, and the entire area fell silent.

Lei Mengsha and Ye Eagle's faces were tense.

"Immediately notify all military camps!"

Xiao Ruofeng gave the order in a low voice and then looked at the two of them. "I intend to take the initiative and attack. What do you think?"

"Doing the opposite of what's expected?" A sharp light flashed in Ye Eagle's eyes. "Those demonic brats will never expect us to strike first!"

"But the enemy has many experts. Attacking rashly might be risky," Lei Mengsha frowned.

"No need to worry." Xiao Ruofeng shook his head. "Reinforcements from the major Sects have arrived. According to reports, the people from Snow Moon City will arrive by tomorrow at the latest."

"Snow Moon City?" Both Lei Mengsha and Ye Eagle were startled.

"It seems the Demonic Cult has completely infuriated them this time," Xiao Ruofeng sneered.

"It might not be entirely for that reason," Lei Mengsha interjected in a steady tone. "The Demonic Cult has been rampaging all along the way, slaughtering everyone who didn't submit. Many neutral forces were wiped out, which is what provoked public outrage."

At this moment, she no longer showed her usual innocent and charming demeanor, only the bearing of a great general—calm and decisive.

This is how the Pillar of State Grand General of Northern Li should be.

"Although Ye Dingzhi is strong, with the State Preceptor, the Former Head of the Five Grand Eunuchs, and the Head of the Five Grand Eunuchs restraining him, he won't be able to interfere with the main battlefield," Xiao Ruofeng said slowly.

"It's better to take a gamble. Even if we can't win, we can still make them lose some men."

Lei Mengsha nodded in agreement.

Ye Eagle naturally had no objections either.

After learning that Xiao Ruofeng was prepared to launch an offensive, the various military commanders weighed their options and decided to cooperate.

After days of fierce fighting, the Demonic Cult's Origin Qi was greatly depleted, and their remaining forces were only a few tens of thousands.

Meanwhile, the Northern Li allied forces were several times larger than the enemy, giving them a clear advantage.

As long as those top-tier experts didn't personally take the field, they were almost invincible in a frontal confrontation.

The army then pressed forward in full force, their blades pointing directly at the enemy formation.

Upon receiving the news from Xiao Ruofeng, the State Preceptor's expression shifted slightly, and after a moment, he whispered:

"Let's go. This battle must not be lost."

Although he had no chance of winning against Ye Dingzhi alone, if the three of them worked together to restrain him, they could still hold their own.

Naturally, the Demonic Cult also had scouts out.

When the scouts urgently reported the approach of the Northern Li army, cold sweat silently trickled down Mo Qixuan's forehead.

Time was tight, and there was no time to construct a defensive line; their only option was to meet the challenge.

In terms of individual combat power, the Demonic Cult soldiers were indeed superior to those of Northern Li.

But now they were outnumbered, and with the enemy's back against Heavenly Apocalypse City, their morale was high, and everyone was prepared to fight to the death.

Whether in terms of troop numbers, terrain, or morale, they were at a disadvantage.

The only turning point lay with the hidden experts within the cult and the few external reinforcements who had been secretly invited.

"Cult Leader Ye, please show yourself!"

Just as the Demonic Cult had finished arranging their formation, a clear shout rang out from a distance.

Ye Dingzhi leaped forward and stood at the front of the formation.

After seeing that the newcomer was the State Preceptor, a hint of sarcasm appeared at the corners of his mouth:

"So it's the State Preceptor of Northern Li in person. You are quite a rare guest."

The State Preceptor stared at him, his heart tightening.

Devilish Qi surged around Ye Dingzhi's body, and his eyes were as deep as an abyss—he had undoubtedly fallen into the Demonic Path.

But strangely, he was clear-headed and had not lost control.

"I have long heard of your great name, Cult Leader. Today, I wish to experience your high-level Moves."

"Stop putting on an act. We've met before; there's no need for these formalities."

Ye Dingzhi's gaze swept over the two people behind the State Preceptor, and he recognized their identities at a glance.

Before he finished speaking, a demonic sword took shape, and the Demonic Immortal Sword Technique was unleashed through the air.

The State Preceptor didn't dare to take it head-on. He flickered away, leading Ye Dingzhi toward the edge of the battlefield.

Seeing this, Tyrant, who was watching from below, turned his head toward a person nearby dressed in a black robe and wearing a bronze mask with a dragon pattern:

"Big Boss, Ye Dingzhi is one against three; I'm afraid he won't last long.

Will you take action, or should I?"

His tone was cautious, not out of loyalty, but because he was afraid that the plan would change and affect his own interests.

"I never personally kill people."

An indifferent voice rang out leisurely.

Tyrant curled his lip and said no more. He leaped up and sped toward where the four were fighting fiercely.

"Shuang'er, the three of you advance with the main army!"

"As you command, Master!"

Young Master Yu watched Tyrant's receding figure and chuckled:

"Greed is hard to satisfy. Even if one's cultivation reaches the heavens, they ultimately cannot escape their Heart Demon."

His tone seemed both detached from the world and tinged with mockery.

Qin Shuang and the other two glared at him upon hearing this, but they were held back by Li Hanyi.

Fury flashed in Conquering Cloud's eyes, but he was also quietly pulled back by Qin Shuang.

This person's Aura was unfathomable, on the same level as their Master, and certainly not someone to be easily provoked.

Young Master Yu smiled and turned away, his figure gradually vanishing into the wind and sand, his destination unknown.

Once Ye Dingzhi was successfully drawn away, Xiao Ruofeng immediately ordered a general offensive.

The various experts of Northern Li quickly intercepted the Demonic Cult's powerhouses, and the battle instantly entered its most intense phase.

On a low hill at the edge of the battlefield, Su Rui stood with Li Hanyi and the others, quietly observing the situation.

Empress Wu watched the slaughter below and suddenly spoke: "With your ability, you alone could decide the outcome. Why do you stand by and watch?"

Her tone was calm, but it couldn't hide a hint of inquiry.

Su Rui glanced at her and asked in return, "This is a grudge between Ye Dingzhi and Emperor Mingde over a woman. Why should I interfere?"

Empress Wu lightly tapped Li Hanyi's shoulder. "What if it were her who was taken away?"

Li Hanyi's face darkened, and her gaze instantly turned cold.

Su Rui laughed. "Then I would first find out who has grown tired of living."

His gaze lingered on Empress Wu's face for a moment, then he turned back to the battlefield and whispered:

"The State Preceptor and the other two won't be able to delay Ye Dingzhi for long."

Immediately after, a tall figure leaped into view, and Su Rui's pupils constricted slightly:

"World Association... Tyrant?"

Despite the great distance, Su Rui's eyes were like torches; not a single detail on the battlefield escaped his notice.

The State Preceptor, the Former Head of the Five Grand Eunuchs, and the Head of the Five Grand Eunuchs joined forces to besiege Ye Dingzhi, their coordination seamless, barely managing to hold their ground.

However, Su Rui could see at a glance that although Ye Dingzhi was still fighting back with all his might, he was already injured, and quite seriously at that.

Just as the battle reached a stalemate, Tyrant suddenly appeared. His Moves were clean and efficient, directly pulling the Former Head of the Five Grand Eunuchs out of the fray.

The Three Absolute Skills and the Empty Bosom Formula were originally evenly matched, but with one person missing, the pressure on the State Preceptor and the Head of the Five Grand Eunuchs increased sharply. Their Moves already showed signs of decline, and their defeat was beginning to show; it was only a matter of time.

Meanwhile, the top experts of the Demonic Sect and Heavenly Apocalypse fought fiercely on the battlefield, their Internal Energy surging, and multicolored True Qi crisscrossing everywhere.

Ordinary soldiers were also locked in combat, their blood staining the yellow sand.

However, unlike the powerful presence of the experts gathered over there, the Demonic Sect's army was gradually becoming unable to hold on due to their numerical disadvantage.

Right then, Li Hanyi's expression sharpened, and she flickered away, charging straight into the center of the battlefield.

This Move startled the few people beside her.

Su Rui's gaze swept across the battlefield and he immediately understood the reason—Lei Mengsha, clad in red, was in a fierce confrontation with the purple-robed Marquis Ziyi of the Demonic Sect, while Mo Qixuan was moving around on the side to provide support, ready to strike at any moment.

Li Hanyi had clearly sensed the danger.

But although her Sword Intent was sharp and her Aura imposing, in terms of actual cultivation, she was still slightly inferior to Mo Qixuan.

Even so, Su Rui did not stop her.

After all, if there was any danger, he would naturally take action.

To his surprise, seeing Su Rui's tacit approval, Sikong Qianluo gripped her phoenix blood spear and leaped out without hesitation.

"Senior Sister, I'm coming to help you!"

Before she could finish her sentence, she had already charged into the enemy ranks.

This start was like opening a floodgate.

Shi Feixuan, the Su Sisters, and Mu Liangyue followed one after another, throwing themselves into the battle.

Yin Luoxia looked around, quickly handed Ye Ruoyi in her arms to Luo Xian, and then leaped into the air.

Su Rui watched this scene, momentarily speechless.

Beside him, Yue Qing's expression shifted, her heart in turmoil.

How could she dare to rashly join the battle like them? Moreover, if she did take action, which side should she stand on?

She could only silently comfort herself: with Su Rui here, it was not convenient for her to act blindly.

These women were usually gentle and well-behaved around him, like kittens leaning on a person.

But once they stepped onto the battlefield, they were like completely different people.

The three women of the Dark River needed no introduction; they had traveled the Jianghu in their early years, performing countless missions with decisive and even somewhat ruthless methods.

Those accustomed to life-and-death situations never showed mercy when they struck.

Sikong Qianluo was even more exceptionally brave and fierce.

Despite her petite stature, her spear techniques were bold and sweeping, and her Aura was as grand as a rainbow.

The continuous Concept within her body allowed her internal breath to recover extremely quickly, and she did not hold back her True Essence when making Moves.

Two Zizai Realm Disciples of the Demonic Sect had just lunged forward when they were stabbed twice in succession by her and sent flying on the spot, looking wretched. This instead highlighted her heroic bearing as a young general.

Shi Feixuan no longer clung to the compassionate path of saving all living beings, instead focusing on the path of the sword itself.

Although her cultivation had slightly declined, her Foundation was deep. Now that her actions were more in line with her true heart, her combat power could be fully unleashed.

Facing three Demonic Sect experts who were slaughtering Northern Li soldiers, she held them off alone and was not at a disadvantage at all.

Yin Luoxia's performance also made Su Rui nod slightly.

She was currently the only Disciple under Su Rui to have stepped into the Carefree Heaven Realm, yet she showed no signs of arrogance or impatience.