Film and Television Daqing: Starting with the Heaven-Covering Technique and the Devouring Demon Art

As long as we can hold the city, we can buy more time for Northern Qi.

Furthermore, if the Northern Qi is indeed destroyed, then the Southern Qing's next target will inevitably be our Western Mang.

Therefore, we cannot stand idly by under any circumstances.

After a moment of contemplation, the Western Mang Emperor finally made up his mind and said:

"Very well, as you say. Immediately dispatch 200,000 troops to support Northern Qi!"

At the same time, strengthen the defenses of the city; we must defend our territory.

Upon hearing the Western Mang Emperor's order, Ba Tuolin immediately knelt on one knee and said, "Yes, Your Majesty."

With the Western Mang Emperor's order issued, the entire court once again sprang into action.

Ministers began preparations for war, and a decisive battle that would determine the fate of Western Mang was about to begin.

……

In Dongyi City, nestled within a vast, lush bamboo forest, lies a simple, rustic thatched cottage.

This bamboo forest is like a secluded paradise. Within a radius of several miles, there are almost no traces of human activity, with only some wild animals occasionally wandering through it.

The reason is simple: this place is where Si Gu Jian, the Grandmaster of Dongyi City, secluded himself for cultivation.

Whoosh!

Suddenly, a lithe figure shot through the bamboo forest like an arrow released from a bow, displaying lightness skills.

Immediately afterwards, he performed a nimble somersault and landed lightly outside the thatched hut in the bamboo forest.

The visitor was none other than Yun Zhilan, the eldest disciple of Si Gu Jian.

"Master, the Emperor of Nanqing has led his army from Qingdu on a campaign to conquer the Qi Kingdom."

Furthermore, he personally accepted the challenge you launched at the border between the Southern Qing and Northern Qi kingdoms!

Yun Zhilan knelt on one knee, his expression solemn, and reported the current situation to the thatched hut in front of him in a respectful tone.

"Achieving victory in one battle? Trying to wipe out the Northern Qi Kingdom in one fell swoop? Hmph, with Grandmaster Ku He in charge, it's not going to be easy!"

A majestic voice came from the waterfall behind the thatched hut, as if it came from the heavens above. The one who spoke was none other than Si Gu Jian, the Grandmaster of Dongyi City.

Then, after thinking about the current situation of the Northern Qi Kingdom, he said to Yun Zhilan:

"Yun Zhilan, you must immediately go to the border of Northern Qi and assist the army in defending the city."

"Even Li Yunqian couldn't destroy Northern Qi, yet you, a mere child, think you can? That's wishful thinking!"

"Yes, disciple obeys!"

Yun Zhilan respectfully accepted the order, and then immediately used her lightness skill to fly to the outside of the bamboo forest where a mount was already waiting. Yun Zhilan mounted the mount and quickly left.

After Yun Zhilan left, a terrifying burst of true energy, typical of a late-stage Grandmaster, suddenly erupted from the thatched hut.

Rumble!

With a deafening roar, the thatched hut exploded, sending dust flying and leaving a huge hole in the ground.

Immediately afterwards, a short figure emerged from the dust.

The dark figure flashed again, and he had moved from the location of the explosion to above the bamboo forest.

The man was wearing a black robe, which made him appear mysterious and solemn.

Two sharp swords hung at his waist, gleaming with a cold light, as if ready to be drawn at any moment.

His face, weathered by time, revealed a detachment and indifference towards life.

The sword technique that Ye Qingmei taught him was an inhuman sword technique that required practitioners to sever all emotions and love in order to master it.

When he encountered a bottleneck on his path of cultivation and could not move forward, he resolutely chose an extreme method—to slaughter all his relatives.

It was with this ruthless power that he comprehended the current Four Directions Sword Intent and broke through to become a Grandmaster.

However, this breakthrough also eroded his humanity, and now only a few things in the world can capture his attention.

Heavenly Saint Emperor, humph!

What an arrogant and presumptuous title!

Let me see if you truly deserve this title.

call out!

In an instant, Si Gu Jian's figure disappeared into the bamboo forest like lightning, like a dazzling shooting star streaking across the night sky and vanishing into the endless darkness.

In the northern border region, Yongzhou, Li Chengtian successfully took over the Yongzhou Tai Army.

He decided to let the army rest for a day before marching directly north and into the territory of Northern Qi.

The Southern Yunzhou of the Northern Qi Dynasty was adjacent to Yongzhou, and what lay in front of them was the first formidable pass of the Southern Yunzhou—Shuofang City.

In this battle, Li Chengtian led an army of 400,000, including 100,000 central troops from the capital.

In addition, Tiger Guard and eight other ninth-rank generals, including Heaven and Earth Profound Yellow and Universe Primordial Wilderness, also accompanied the army on the expedition.

At this moment, inside the central tent, Li Chengtian had taken off his armor, put on a long robe, and sat upright in the tent, discussing some matters with Zheng Qiankun.

Your Majesty, news has come from the spies of the Northern Qi's Internal Surveillance Bureau that the Northern Qi royal family has not made any reaction after learning of our attack, which is very strange.

"I wonder if the Emperor of Northern Qi and the Empress Dowager have some kind of conspiracy?" Chen Pingping entered the tent and respectfully reported.

Chen Pingping paused, observing Li Chengtian's expression. Seeing that his expression remained unchanged, he continued:

"In addition, Si Gu Jian's first disciple, Yun Zhilan, has entered Shuofang City and vowed to reinforce the Northern Qi army to resist our army."

He paused briefly, then continued:

"Furthermore, tomorrow is the day of the decisive battle that His Majesty and Si Gu Jian agreed upon."

"Hmm? Si Gu Jian has already set off? He's arrived just in time."

A cold glint flashed in Li Chengtian's eyes, disappearing in an instant. "We'll start with him tomorrow!"

"What is the condition of the garrison inside Shuofang City?"

"Your Majesty, there are 200,000 troops guarding Shuofang City. Since Shang Shanhu has gone missing, his adopted son Lin Fan is now in charge of the city."

"Our army has sent a declaration of war, but Lin Fan has raised a sign of truce, which means he has not yet received instructions from the Northern Qi royal family and has no choice but to hold the city."

After listening to Chen Pingping's report, Li Chengtian understood the situation and immediately waved his hand, saying:

"They think they can stop the advance of Daqing's army by holding the city? What wishful thinking!"

Li Chengtian's gaze sharpened as he turned to Zheng Qiankun beside him, asking in a low voice:

"How are the domineering mechanical tiger, the domineering thunder chariot, and the domineering giant ballista that Gongshu Chou has built coming along?"

Zheng Qiankun replied respectfully, "Your Majesty, preparations are complete."

Li Chengtian nodded slightly, a hint of satisfaction flashing in his eyes, and said:

"Now that everything is ready, let the soldiers rest and recuperate, and prepare for tomorrow's battle."

He paused and then said:

"Tomorrow morning, after I have killed Si Gu Jian to consecrate the flag, you will launch a full-scale attack!"

Chen Pingping and Zheng Qiankun were startled by Li Chengtian's words, sensing his determination and authority. They immediately bowed and responded in unison:

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

The next morning, sunlight shone on the earth, illuminating the massive army led by Li Chengtian.

Before Shuofang City, Li Chengtian's army stood in dense, orderly, and disciplined ranks.

From the sky, these soldiers resembled giant black dragons coiled on the ground, their imposing presence awe-inspiring.

In the center of the group, a huge purple parasol stood out. Under the parasol, Li Chengtian was dressed in golden armor, holding a shark-tooth sword. He was heroic and upright, exuding an unparalleled aura of majesty, like an unshakable mountain.

Zheng Qiankun approached the purple parasol, bowed respectfully, and reported:

"Your Majesty, all preparations for the battle are now complete. Shall we order the attack on the city now?"

However, just as Li Chengtian decided to stop waiting for Si Gu Jian and was about to issue the order, he suddenly raised his head, looked in the direction of Su Fang City, and said in a calm tone:

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"No rush, let me crush an ant first."

Upon hearing this, Zheng Qiankun was filled with doubt and confusion, but before he could ask, a powerful and majestic voice suddenly came from the direction of Sufang City.

"You brat from Nanqing, do you have the guts to fight me on the battlefield!" The voice seemed to pierce through the air and strike straight to the heart.

Upon hearing these words, which contained a powerful aura, Zheng Qiankun's face showed a look of shock, and his gaze was fixed on the direction of Sufang City.

He secretly assessed the situation and realized that his strength was far inferior to that of the owner of the voice; he probably wouldn't even be able to last thirty moves.

He had always believed that as a Grandmaster, his strength should be comparable to that of Si Gu Jian, Ku He, and others. But now, after personally experiencing Si Gu Jian's aura, he realized that the gap between Grandmasters was indeed so vast.

At the same time, Chen Pingping also heard the voice, and his expression instantly became serious, as if facing a formidable enemy.

He keenly sensed that Si Gu Jian's immense strength was like a towering mountain, giving him a suffocating feeling as if Mount Tai were crushing an egg.

He dared not be negligent in the slightest, and hurriedly walked to the purple parasol, bowed respectfully, and whispered:

"Your Majesty, Si Gu Jian is here."