Daqin Zhentiansi

The news of the recapture of Liangyuan Domain was like a thunderclap from the heavens, shaking the entire Yongtian Continent.

Inside the Imperial Ancestral Temple, bells and tripods rang out in unison.

Emperor Yuankang personally presided over the ceremony and bestowed the title of "Third-Class Marquis of the State" upon the seven most outstanding generals in this battle, including Qin Wuyai and Ouyang Shucai.

Eight other generals were promoted to the rank of Earl of Military Merit.

From ordinary soldiers to officers of all ranks, all members of the Heavenly Guard were rewarded according to their merits.

The generous rewards—gold, silver, land, cultivation resources, and even household registration in the prefecture—shocked the court and the public.

But this time, not a single censor raised any objections.

The Qin Dynasty placed the greatest emphasis on military achievements.

His merit in expanding the territory was worthy of being enshrined in the Imperial Ancestral Temple.

During the sacrificial ceremony to Heaven, as Emperor Yuankang read the sacrificial text, the Great Qin Dynasty's Grand River of Fortune manifested and surged above the imperial city, even more magnificent and grand than before, its golden light illuminating thousands of miles.

The sky was cloudless, and a sweet rain containing pure spiritual energy and life force descended, covering the entire imperial city and its surroundings.

The people cheered with joy, many of the injured and sick recovered, and practitioners felt their bottlenecks loosening.

This is a direct manifestation of the harmony between heaven and earth after the prosperity of the Great Qin Dynasty and the recovery of lost territories, and a divine revelation of the Great Qin's right to unify Yongtian Continent!
This scene terrified the spies from various countries who had infiltrated the imperial city, and the news quickly spread throughout the world.

The fall of Liang Yuanyu was like a final, heavy blow to the heart of Murong Zhao, the emperor of Northern Yan.

With his clone severed and his cultivation greatly diminished, he could no longer suppress the restless Heavenly Demon Palace.

In despair and panic, Murong Zhao had no choice but to completely submit to the Heavenly Demon Palace behind him and beg for reinforcements.

Taking this opportunity, the Heavenly Demon Palace revealed a hidden trump card.

Ouyang Xu!
This "deceased" eldest son of Ouyang Shucai has now returned to Yongtianzhou with an eerie and terrifying aura.

He was appointed vanguard by the Heavenly Demon Palace, leading a million-strong Heavenly Demon Army composed of the Heavenly Demon Palace's elite troops, modified demon soldiers, and even demonized ferocious beasts to the northwestern border of Northern Yan!
The demonic aura soared to the heavens, and the people of Northern Yan trembled with fear.

Faced with the overwhelming force of the Qin Dynasty and the pressure from the Heavenly Demon Palace to borrow passage or troops, the Emperor of Northern Yan sent his son-in-law, Ouyang Ming, the Earl of Zhenxi, who had "meritoriously quelled the rebellion," to the front line.

He was ordered to lead the remaining 100,000-strong Zhenxi Army of Northern Yan, which still possessed considerable fighting strength, to garrison the strategic passes in the northwest.

Ostensibly intended to defend against a possible westward advance by the Qin Dynasty, it was in reality a means to monitor and buffer the Heavenly Demon Army, and also served as a shackle to restrain Ouyang Xu.

A brutal infighting between the two brothers is now inevitable.

The question of Liangyuan's allegiance has completely shattered the delicate balance among the powerful nations, prompting urgent discussions among the rulers and ministers of each country.

Western Qi.

Deep within the palace grounds.

Jiang Yuanliang's face was ashen.
"Liangyuan has been lost... The Great Qin is training troops in the east and expanding its territory in the west, with their iron hooves moving in unison. Their ambition to annex Yongtian is as clear as day!"

"I have a low opinion of that Marquis of Qingyang. He is able to stir up trouble in Donghan and attract the world's attention while quietly building up his tremendous military achievements in expanding territory!"

Jiang Yuanliang's words caused all the surrounding officials to lower their heads.

Just as Jiang Yuanliang said, all of their eyes were fixed on the Eastern Territory and on Marquis Qingyang.

Liang Yuanyu had sent a message earlier, but no one took it seriously.

Until this point, the entire Liangyuan region was pacified and returned to the Qin Dynasty. The changes in the situation of the five kingdoms and three regions on Yongtian Continent caught everyone off guard.

"Issue a general order to the northern border: double the number of soldiers conscripted for farming and land reclamation, and at the same time, intensify the investigation into Zhang Qingyang's whereabouts in the East China Sea... He must die before the Qin Dynasty's fortune returns to the sea!" Jiang Yuanliang's voice trembled slightly.

He felt a chill run down his spine and was genuinely terrified by the far-reaching nature of Zhang Yuan's scheme.

He will never be at peace as long as Zhang Qingyang is alive!
Nan Zhao.

Emperor Zhao Ji of the Zhao state paced back and forth at the Observatory, looking worried.

"The Qin Dynasty's fortune is soaring, and the rain at the Imperial Ancestral Temple is a rare sight throughout history. The Northern Yan's decision to bring in the Heavenly Demon Palace is like drinking poison to quench thirst. We are trapped in a city of sorrow. Are we really destined to become fish on the chopping block of the Qin people?"

Shaking his head and gripping the tortoise shell tightly, Zhao Ji looked at the ministers standing respectfully before him: "Quickly send envoys to discuss the strategy of 'allying with Yan against Qin' again! Also, the verbal and written attacks at the Jixia Academy must not stop; we must shake the morale of the people in Qin's eastern border!"

Compared to Qi and Wei, Zhao's national strength and military power were no match for Qin.

Fortunately, Confucianism and Taoism flourished in the State of Zhao, and there were many civil officials and Confucian scholars. Although the military strength was weak, the writing skills were exceptional.

Eastern Wei Dynasty.

Yuwen Tuo laughed maniacally before the shattered jade steps: "Hahaha! Liangyuan? Just a tiny place! What does it amount to!"

He grabbed a close advisor beside him: "As long as the eastern border remains as solid as a rock, Qin will forever be a trapped dragon! The backbone of Qin lies in the eastern border, and the lifeline of the eastern border rests on that butcher surnamed Zhang!"

Zhang Yuan entered Eastern Wei alone, killed people outside the imperial city, slaughtered the Blood River Demon Sect, destroyed the altar, and led 100,000 young men away.

Despite his actions, the Eastern Wei dynasty was powerless against him; even Wu Daoling, the Nine Yang Sword Immortal, was unable to kill Zhang Qingyang.

For Yuwen Tuo, Zhang Qingyang had become a source of deep anxiety.

Looking at Yuwen Tuo, whose face was contorted with madness, on the jade steps, the ministers below had complex expressions but remained silent.

As more and more sects and forces on Yangtianzhou became involved in the Eastern Wei court, Yuwen Tuo's actions became increasingly out of control.

Even the slightest dissent from a court official could cost them their head.

In the Eastern Wei court today, there are few ministers who dare to speak out.

Yuwen Tuo waved his hand, and the ministers quickly withdrew.

Once the main hall was empty, he turned to look at the pillars, his eyes flashing with cruel and insane light: "Notify the Heavenly Pill Sect that they want 100,000 'living pill materials,' give them to them! But be quick! I want them to immediately refine a Blood Burning Guard!"

Blood-Burning Pill.

This is one of the elixirs that the Tiandan Sect came to Eastern Wei to test.

After consuming this pill, one will have a brief surge in power gained by burning one's life force, but one's soul will be completely destroyed or distorted, turning one into a monster who only knows how to kill.

"Let the Bloodstained Guards stand guard on the inevitable route of the returning hunting army!"

"Tell them there's only one goal: to tear the Zhenhai Ship apart!"

"I will make Zhang Qingyang die a fish's belly!!"

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Deep in the East China Sea.

Zhenhai Ship Bridge.

The faint light of the sound transmission jade shone in the dim light of the bridge of the Zhenhai Ship's top command tower.

The light and shadow, accompanied by the roar of the waves and the deep hum of the ship, appeared exceptionally clear.

Inside the bridge, Yin Jiuyou stood silently like a ghost, while the outlines of several core leaders of the Zhen Tian Division stood solemnly.

"Reporting to Your Excellency!" Through the communication jade talisman, it was the voice of Li Yu, the chief craftsman of the Ministry of Works, his excitement barely concealed, his voice slightly distorted due to the fluctuations of his magical power. "Breaking news from the Eastern Frontier Camp! The entire Liangyuan Domain has been liberated! His Majesty personally presided over the grand ceremony at the Imperial Ancestral Temple, bestowing imperial edicts..."

Seven marquises who govern the country, and eight earls who have rendered meritorious service.

The whole country rejoiced, rain fell from the sky, and the nation's destiny was revealed.

It surged into the cold bridge space like a torrent.

Among the Zhen Tian Si (a military unit), three were granted the title of War Marquis.

Qin Wuyai, the deputy head of the Martial Defense Division, stepped forward to protect the country.

When the Heavenly Guards left the capital, it was with the combined efforts of the entire court.

Now, with the Heavenly Guards' achievement of destroying a nation in a single battle, who can face them directly?

Ye Qingfeng and the others looked up, their faces full of joy.

After this battle, with the reputation of the Heavenly Guardian Division suppressing the world, who would dare to disobey?
However, standing in front of the huge crystal window, the dark figure did not move at all.

The jubilation above Cambridge slowly subsided.

"Master Hou..."

Yu Wanjun clasped his hands in a fist salute and looked at Zhang Yuan. (End of Chapter)