In the beginning, he was ranked alongside An Shigeng as a spoiled brat.

"In that case, my Zhang family's Bloodthorn will send two hundred men to assist two commanders of ten thousand to launch a surprise attack on Silla and Baekje."

Once the strategy was agreed upon, everyone began to take action.

As for those who went to the alliance, they were the Empire's number one sword saint - Gai Nie, Bai Ze Shenjun Cui Wenhao, one of the Zhang family assassins, and the six sword slaves of the Luo Wang assassination group!

As for why there are so many swordsmen?

Because of Fu Cailin, top swordsmen held a prominent position in the three kingdoms of Goguryeo!

Therefore, the Empire's First Sword Saint's arrival at the alliance is a show of utmost sincerity. When the Empire's powerful army appears along the coast, Silla and Baekje will surely send troops immediately.

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"Master, news has just arrived from Jiangnan."

The Great Qin Empire, in alliance with the Zhang family, assembled over a hundred large Fujian ships and an army of one hundred thousand, and set sail from Donglai County to conquer Japan!

"Having killed so many people, the Japanese Emperor fell on Peach Blossom Island, and tens of thousands of warriors at the Penglai Dojo haven't appeased his anger yet, and now he wants to destroy the country?"

Fu Cailin, dressed in splendid attire and possessing an extraordinary demeanor, couldn't help but frown.

This was absolutely not what he wanted to see. If Japan were destroyed, given the ambitions of any emperor in the empire, Goguryeo wouldn't be far behind.

As for the Zhang family?

With such a huge commotion caused by the appearance of the divine weapon, how could Fu Cailin not know? However, the direction he sensed was in Japan.

I just received the specific news, which followed the death of the Japanese Emperor on Peach Blossom Island and the annihilation of tens of thousands of people at the Penglai Dojo by the Zhang family.

I thought this matter was over, but I never expected that Zhang Xiaoshan would join forces with the Empire to destroy Japan.

"Junchuo, Junyu, Junqiang, you will accompany your master to Silla."

There's a saying in the Central Plains: "If the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold." Once Japan is destroyed, the Empire's next target will be Korea. Therefore, we absolutely cannot allow the Empire to destroy Japan.

"Yes, Master!"

Upon hearing the phrase "if the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold," the three female disciples, all well-versed in Central Plains culture, naturally understood the implications.

Therefore, they set off for Silla overnight. Later, on the way, Fu Junzhuo and Fu Junqiang separated and went to Baekje.

However, just as Fu Junzhuo arrived in Baekje, Gai Nie also arrived at the Baekje royal palace, a courtyard resembling a landlord's mansion, via a steam speedboat to conduct alliance diplomacy.

"Gai Nie, the foremost swordsman by the side of His Majesty the Emperor of the Great Qin Empire, greets Your Majesty!"

The people merely bowed once, after all, the area of ​​Baekje was not even as large as a county of the empire, and even the royal palace was like a landlord's mansion.

At this point, Gai Nie had already begun to doubt Zhang Xiaoshan's strategy.

Instead of resorting to tricks and schemes, a direct, forceful attack would be far more effective.

Even if Baekje managed to muster tens of thousands of troops, they would be a disorganized rabble, utterly vulnerable.

"The Great Qin Empire is renowned overseas, and Baekje has long admired it. May I ask what brings you here, envoy?"

The one who answered was a nobleman who was fluent in the official language of the Central Plains and acted as a translator.

"I came specifically for the alliance."

This time, the empire dispatched 100,000 armored soldiers, with the Zhang family providing over a hundred large Fujian ships, to cross the East China Sea and conquer Japan, passing right by Baekje.

Therefore, the empire wanted to invite Silla and Baekje to act as guides, while simultaneously forming a three-way alliance to attack Japan and divide up the island nation of Japan.

2.0 What?

Upon hearing this, all the nobles of Baekje looked at Gai Nie in disbelief.

What was even more shocking was the sheer size of the empire's army this time: hundreds of large Fujian ships and an army of 100,000 men, such a massive force crossing the East China Sea.

The Baekje nobles immediately looked at the king, their eyes filled with fear.

Is what the messenger said true?

"Naturally, the imperial army will arrive in Baekje in two days."

If Baekje cooperates, everyone will be happy, and they can divide the Japanese islands together; if Baekje does not cooperate, and the empire conquers Japan, then the empire…”

The threat was self-evident.

Immediately, the nobles in the hall began to discuss among themselves, while Gai Nie stood with his sword at the ready.

He knew that Baekje would definitely agree.

Faced with the empire's army of 100,000, Baekje's mere 10,000 Tubungwag had no choice but to compromise if they did not wish to die immediately.

An hour later, as expected, the Baekje ministers reached a consensus to cooperate, sending 5,000 troops and 300 warships (fishing boats) to assist the empire in attacking Japan.

As for the division of profits?

It is naturally the smallest island in Japan, and it is shared with Silla.

This dispelled the doubts of many people in Baekje.

Chapter 651 Zhen Gang VS Fu Junzhuo Finally Meets Fu Cailin

誰？

Suddenly, the Six Sword Slaves looked outside, their eyes flashing with a sharp light, and their killing intent surged forth.

In a daze, the graceful figure of a fairy in white appeared, as if she were a celestial being descending from heaven, and thrust her sword at him.

The incomparably sharp longsword spewed forth its sword light, hissing like a ball of lightning. Its flickering light concealed boundless killing intent. Even Gai Nie couldn't help but be surprised. What a master swordsman!

It should be known that those who can cultivate sword energy are top-notch swordsmen in the martial arts world of Kyushu, equivalent to swordsmen at the level of the Six Sword Slaves.

Unexpectedly, I ran into him in Baekje. Considering Zhang Xiaoshan's information, this should be one of Fu Cailin's three disciples.

And the younger they are, the higher their talent.

choke!

A streak of bright light tore through space, carrying a terrifying aura as it headed towards Fu Junzhuo.

He had just made his move; in a flash, without any fancy moves, he swung his sword at Fu Junzhuo with great force, the sword energy sweeping across like a blade.

Even Fu Junzhuo's pretty face changed, she didn't expect that there would be such a master in the imperial delegation.

Moreover, he is one of the six top gatekeepers!

As an assassin, Zhen Gang's sword is sharp, fierce, swift, and domineering, with attacks as fierce as a storm, giving the enemy no chance to breathe.

Fu Junzhuo's chess-sword technique is about anticipating the enemy's moves and first figuring out the opponent's strategy.

But Zhen Gang's swordsmanship had no unnecessary frills; it was all about simple and direct killing techniques, almost reaching the level of "in martial arts, speed is the only thing that cannot be broken."

With the added sharpness of the True Steel Sword, Fu Junzhuo quickly fell into a disadvantageous position at the same cultivation level.

Inside the hall, the Baekje nobles also saw who the newcomer was.

Many Baekje nobles had seen Fu Junzhuo; she was like a goddess, high above them all, and a master of unparalleled strength.

But now 19 is being overwhelmed by the Imperial Guards, and this is only one of the six great swordsmen of the Imperial Guards.

Inside the hall was Gai Nie, the empire's number one swordsman, a middle-aged scholar who appeared to be a refined gentleman.

"Is this the Swordplay Technique?"

Unfortunately, Zhen Gang's swordplay was too murderous; it was purely a killing technique.

"She made a mistake from the very beginning when she went head-to-head with Zheng Gang."

Gai Nie and the Iron Pen Judge Cui Wenhao commented and observed, showing no intention of making a move.

Instead, the Six Sword Slaves became impatient and wanted to kill Fu Junzhuo.

Therefore, when Zhen Gang failed to subdue Fu Junzhuo within a quarter of an hour, five figures suddenly rushed out.

They were merely escorting Gai Nie to the alliance; they were not required to obey Gai Nie's orders, so there was no need to follow any rules.

The moment the other six sword slaves made their move, another beautiful figure appeared outside the courtyard wall.

They avoided the sword fight between Zhen Gang and Fu Junzhuo, and at the same time, amidst the frost of countless sword shadows, they dodged the sneak attacks of the other five sword slaves.

"Six Sword Slaves of Luowang!"

Compared to Fu Junqiang who came to her aid from behind, Fu Junzhuo, who was trapped in the encirclement, immediately remembered the origins of these six terrifying swordsmen.

In particular, the six swordsmen were clearly all around, but there was only one aura.

"Senior sister, are you saying they are the Empire's murder weapon—the Six Sword Slaves?"

Fu Junqiang also knew that this combination of imperial swordsmen was so formidable that only a Grandmaster could defeat them.

"Indeed, six top swordsmen, yet only one aura. There are only a few such bizarre combinations in the world, and one of them is the Six Sword Slaves of the Luo Net!"

Upon hearing this, Zhen Gang immediately gave a disdainful smile.

Unfortunately, it was too late to realize this. Just as Zhen was about to take action, Gai Nie stepped forward.

"Be merciful!"

Looking at Gai Nie, Zhen Gang didn't make a move; he merely restrained his murderous intent.

However, once it goes berserk, it only lasts for a moment.

"and who are you?"

The sword energy, so powerful that even Fu Junqiang couldn't help but change color, was unleashed with a calm and collected manner.

They saw the image of Fu Cailin in Gai Nie, the realm of the Sword Saint where man and sword are one. Fu Junzhuo and Fu Cailin couldn't help but become extremely solemn.

I never expected the empire to deploy such a terrifying force this time.

First there were the Six Sword Slaves of Luo Wang, and now there is an Imperial Sword Saint who is on par with their master. If the power of the Zhang family is added to this...

Hiss...

Fu Junzhuo's heart had become a bottomless abyss, as if hell was staring at her.

"Gai Nie!"

"The Empire's Number One Swordsman, Gai Nie!"

Fu Junzhuo was shocked, but then suddenly realized that there were only a handful of swordsmen in the world who could rival their master.

"Your visit is aimed at my master?"

"Yes and no!"

Gai Nie's indifferent gaze swept over the two of them, and he slowly said:

"If Fu Cailin obstructs the Empire, we will naturally eliminate him as soon as possible; if he remains neutral, the Empire will not make things difficult for him!"

"If the lips are gone, the teeth will be cold."

Goryeo, existing in the gap between the Jin Dynasty and Japan, could not tolerate being surrounded by ferocious tigers.

kill!

As soon as Fu Junzhuo made her stance clear, the Six Sword Slaves instantly unleashed their killing intent, and a terrifying killing aura descended upon them.

Even the Baekje nobles in the hall exuded a gentle, warm aura that permeated the entire space.

"Let go!"

Gai Nie's cold shout suppressed the impending battle.

Zhen Gang glanced at Gai Nie and nodded, after all, Gai Nie's mission was paramount here.

The moment the murderous aura subsided, Gai Nie looked at Fu Junzhuo and gave her a final warning:

"This time, the Empire and the Zhang family have joined forces and are determined to win."

"At least you have your own bed. If you truly anger the Empire, can the mere Yi Jian Shu lineage withstand me, the Luo Wang, or even the Zhang family? I hope you all consider this carefully. Otherwise, you will be dragging Goryeo into an endless abyss!"

Upon hearing this, Fu Junzhuo looked at Gai Nie with extreme apprehension.

Gai Nie and Luo Wang have already firmly suppressed their Yi Jian Shu lineage.

Moreover, there is the unfathomable Zhang family, whose profound and unfathomable strength was evident from the time Zhang Xiaoshan passed through Goryeo.

A book called "Mysterious Ice Force," a supreme martial arts technique comparable to the Nine Mysterious Techniques, was easily bestowed upon Liu Sheng Piaoxu, or rather, the Liu Sheng family, by Zhang Xiaoshan.

Moreover, the Zhang family is now quite powerful, and top experts, even grandmasters, are not uncommon in the Zhang family.

"Thank you, Sword Saint Gai. Jun Zhuo will definitely pass on the message."