Douluo: This Legend of the Dragon King is not quite right

Chapter 427 The situation escalates seriously; Emperor Xu rushes to the far north.

Inside the ice cave, it was warm and quiet, and the leaping Heavenly Phoenix True Fire projected the figures of the master and disciple onto the smooth ice wall.

Lu Jun's heart sank as he listened to Hyotei's urgent, tearful words in the Sea of ​​Spirit.

The Ice Jade Scorpion clan may have met with misfortune. This is absolutely devastating news, and it also means that the journey into the forbidden zone ahead will be filled with even greater unknowns and dangers.

"Bing'er, there's no rush. Now that we understand that even greater difficulties await us, we need to adjust our mindset even more. Not only does Lu Jun need to rest, but you and I do too," Xue Di comforted her.

“I just… when I think about my people possibly suffering, I… sigh, it’s all my responsibility.”

Hyotei's voice calmed down a little, but it was still filled with undisguised worry and sadness.

Lu Jun could sense the deep sense of responsibility that Hyotei had for their clan. He sighed inwardly and turned his attention back to reality.

Lu Jun wasn't the kind of person who could easily make promises, because he didn't know if he could actually keep them.

He prefers actions to words.

"You two get yourself in the right state as soon as possible. I'll discuss it with Leng Yaozhu, then we'll rest a bit and set off immediately."

“Okay!” Hyotei nodded quickly and began to meditate.

Lu Jun looked up at Leng Yaozhu, who was carefully baking food, and said:

"When I carefully sensed the residual aura of those Ice Jade Scorpions just now, I also discovered some things that weren't quite right."

"Hmm? What's wrong?" Leng Yaozhu handed the grilled food to Lu Jun and looked at him with a puzzled expression.

"The core of those auras is indeed the ultimate ice unique to the Ice Jade Scorpion, but within that origin, there seems to be a trace of extremely subtle, yet very uncomfortable, evil, dark energy fluctuation."

Lu Jun carefully chose his words, without revealing the existence of Hyotei.

"This completely contradicts the pure and cold attributes of the Ice Jade Scorpion. I suspect that the Ice Jade Scorpion clan guarding the forbidden zone may have encountered some unknown change, or even been corrupted or influenced by some evil force."

Upon hearing this, Leng Yaozhu's beautiful eyes widened instantly, and an expression of disbelief and shock appeared on her face.

She knew all too well the purity and pride of ultimate attribute soul beasts, especially top-tier groups like the Ice Jade Scorpion, whose chances of being corrupted by evil forces were extremely low. If it did happen, it meant that what had happened was absolutely extraordinary!
Her expression turned extremely solemn, and she nodded earnestly:
“I understand, Mr. Lu.”

At that moment, she realized with absolute clarity that in this completely unfamiliar and extreme place, her experience and strength were suppressed to the minimum, and the only one she could truly rely on was this disciple who had repeatedly created unexpected miracles.

"You should meditate first, just preserve your full combat strength," Lu Jun said.

"Ah."

……

Meanwhile, in the far north city.

Dong Zian and Atai have led their subordinates and the Titan Snow Demon Clan in a seven-day, seven-night city-wide search.

However, the results were disappointing.

Apart from the members initially captured and killed, the other Green Skull members seemed to have vanished into thin air, leaving no valuable clues.

Their previous hideout had long been completely wiped out. "Damn it! Where did those mole rats go?!"

Dong Zian slammed his fist on the wall of the temporary command post, his face filled with anger and frustration.

Just as he was complaining to Atai beside him, his highest-level encrypted communicator suddenly rang urgently.

Dong Zian immediately suppressed his anger, his expression becoming extremely serious and respectful, and quickly connected the communication.

On the other end of the communicator came Xu Tiandi's calm voice:
"Zoyasu, what's the situation in the far northern city? Have you found anything from the search?"

Dong Zian immediately straightened his back and, as if reporting military intelligence, gave a detailed report on the situation of the past few days, including the Green Skull members' failed attack on Lu Jun and subsequent annihilation, the capture and soul-searching of two Title Douluo, and the fact that the main force had moved away ahead of time and disappeared without a trace.

Xu Tiandi listened quietly on the other end of the communicator without interrupting.

Only after Dong Zi'an finished his report did he speak slowly, his voice still calm, yet Dong Zi'an felt an invisible pressure:

"The situation is more complicated than expected."

"What's wrong, Speaker?" Dong Zian's heart tightened, and he quickly asked.

Emperor Xu Tian calmly analyzed:
"Although they were accidentally exposed because of their attack on Lu Jun, this proves one thing: the defense system and intelligence network of the Far North City may have been infiltrated or even partially controlled by the Green Skull organization."

“Otherwise, they would never dare to be so arrogant, knowing that Leng Yaozhu and Titan Snow Demon King were both in the city, yet still daring to reveal their identities and attack Lu Jun directly. This shows that they are fearless.”

Upon hearing this, Dong Zi'an immediately felt a chill rise up his spine:
"Then... what should we do?"

Xu Tiandi continued, "According to intelligence, the Green Skull organization's activities in the Eastern Continent are becoming increasingly rampant, and they are now able to effectively suppress our Federation's branch forces in the Eastern Continent."

"This proves that their high-level combat reserves are not much worse than those of the Federation branch in the Eastern Continent, and may even be stronger."

His voice grew increasingly solemn: "Based on this, since they dared to plot to seize the far northern city as a springboard, it means they are confident enough to devour the Titan Snow Demon clan guarding this place, including the Titan Snow Demon King himself."

"In that case, even with you, Dong Zian, the high-end combat power of the Far North City can only barely contend with the other side, and may even be at a disadvantage."

Hearing Xu Tiandi's insightful analysis, Dong Zian broke out in a cold sweat and hurriedly said:
"Then I'll immediately mobilize the main force of my Western Legion to provide support; it should still be in time..."

"It's too late." Emperor Xu decisively interrupted him. "Remote troop deployment takes time, and the Green Skull won't give us that time."

"Now, I order you: immediately organize the local garrison to assist all non-combatants, workers, and researchers in the far north city to evacuate in an orderly manner as quickly as possible. Abandon all unnecessary supplies and prioritize the safety of federal citizens."

Dong Zian was taken aback: "Then, the defenses of the far northern city..."

Emperor Xu Tian continued, "The city in the far north cannot be lost. You and Atai, lead the garrison and the Titan Snow Demon clan, and you must hold the line and await reinforcements."

"And I will personally lead my Imperial Guard to the far north city to reinforce you as quickly as possible."

He paused, a chilling killing intent flashing in his voice:
"I want to personally see what these cowardly villains are capable of that dares to plot against my Sun Moon Federation."

Upon hearing that the Speaker of the Federal Parliament would personally intervene, Dong Zian felt a surge of confidence and security. He immediately stood at attention and responded loudly:

"Yes, Speaker, I guarantee to complete the mission and will defend the northernmost city to the death until your arrival!"

(End of this chapter)