Fantasy: Unparalleled Prince, Conquering the Heavens!
Chapter 41: Invasion of the Holy Fire Sect_1

Chapter 41: Chapter 41: Invasion of the Holy Fire Sect_1

"Father, what happened?" Upon entering the grand hall, Qin Wudao quickly asked. All the civil and military officials had their eyes fixed on Emperor Qin.

"The Net reports that the Holy Fire Sect is mobilizing troops on a large scale, and it’s suspected they’re preparing to attack the East Ancient Domain!" Emperor Qin said coldly, his expression grave. In past battles, neither the Holy Fire Sect nor the Qin Empire had deployed Saint Realm powerhouses. However, this time, it seemed they would use their full strength.

The path to immortality had opened, and the struggle between the major factions would only become fiercer. Previously, these were just minor border skirmishes, but now it could be a fight for survival.

"What? The Holy Fire Sect dares to invade again? Haven’t they been scared off by General Bai Qi?"

"Just as the Qin Dynasty has somewhat stabilized, they declare war. They’re trying to take advantage of our vulnerabilities!"

"If they want to fight, then we’ll fight them. Let’s see who’s stronger..."

Upon hearing of the Holy Fire Sect’s invasion, the court erupted. Whether civil officials or military generals, all were eager to fight, brimming with determination. This left Qin Wudao slightly stunned. Is their anger really this great?

However, he was very satisfied with the officials’ attitude. This is exactly how they should react when facing enemies! Fight! Fight fiercely!

"Your Majesty, the Holy Fire Sect has long harbored intentions to attack the East Ancient Domain. I suggest mobilizing a large army and stationing them at Yin Mountain Pass for a decisive battle!" Zhang Gan, gripping his sword, declared with surging killing intent. His tone was even more resolute, proposing a battle to the death before the conflict had even begun.

Yin Mountain Pass was a crucial pass in the northwestern part of the Qin Empire and a key strategic point in the northwestern theater of war. It had the strategic advantage where ’one man could hold the pass against ten thousand foes.’ As long as Yin Mountain Pass held, regardless of the Holy Fire Sect’s numbers, they wouldn’t be able to harm the Qin Empire in the slightest.

But if it fell, the consequences would be unimaginable. The thirty-two cities in the northwest, and their tens of millions of inhabitants, would be completely exposed to enemy attack.

"The Qin Dynasty will enter a level-one state of readiness! All army units are to move to Yin Mountain Pass. If the Holy Fire Sect dares to invade, we’ll cut off their hooves!" Emperor Qin wasted no time, directly issuing the military order, his words filled with boundless killing intent.

All the officials wholeheartedly supported this order. The prestige of the Qin Dynasty was forged through countless battles. As long as you dare to come, we dare to fight. The people of Qin have never feared war!

Like tigers and wolves, they should be in the mountains and forests, engaging in slaughter, massacring the enemy.

"Summon General Bai Qi!" Emperor Qin’s eyes turned stern as he commanded in a deep voice.

A military official standing at the back quickly ran out of the court hall to summon Bai Qi, who was currently overseeing the examinations.

A short while later, Bai Qi entered the grand hall, radiating an intense killing intent. On his way, the reporting general had already informed him in detail about the Holy Fire Sect’s invasion.

"Your Majesty, I volunteer to go to war!" Walking straight to the center of the grand hall, Bai Qi knelt on one knee. His voice was ice-cold, brimming with murderous intent.

"Issue the order: Bai Qi is appointed as the Heavenly General of the Northwest, with Wang Jian, Meng Tian, Sima Cuo, Ren Xiao, and others as Deputy Generals. They will command the armies of the nine commanderies and proceed immediately to Yin Mountain Pass to prepare for battle!" Emperor Qin commanded. Among all the generals, Bai Qi had fought the Holy Fire Sect the most and had earned the title ’God of Slaughter’ on the northwestern battlefield. He was undoubtedly the best choice to lead the army.

"This general obeys the order!" Bai Qi paid his respects and, wreathed in crimson Evil Qi, left the court hall.

Wang Jian, Meng Tian, Sima Cuo, and other military generals also departed. Their dense killing intent stirred the very clouds and winds outside the hall.

Many candidates participating in the imperial examination were slightly startled watching these generals, radiating such powerful auras, depart. Some of the more astute among them realized that a war might be imminent.

Inside the court hall, Emperor Qin was still busy with deployments: provisions, armaments, and the mobilization of powerful experts.

However, none of this had much to do with Qin Wudao. He didn’t have much say in warfare involving two Dao Domains. After waiting for four hours, he finally left the imperial palace.

Upon exiting the imperial palace, Jia Xu approached him, a sly smile on his face, and said, "Your Highness, I’ve brought the individuals you requested!"

"Let’s go. Accompany me to meet these prodigies from the Hidden Dragon Ranking!" Qin Wudao nodded, a flash of fighting spirit in his eyes. He boarded his carriage and returned to the East Palace.

「At this moment, on the arena platform in the East Palace」

Six young genius Martial Artists stood ramrod straight. A powerful aura surged within their bodies, making them seem like Divine Weapons, ready to be unsheathed to slay enemies at any moment.

"His Highness likely called us here for the Fortune within our bodies. What are your plans?" Wang Lingling, the only female Martial Artist on the ranking and fourth on the Hidden Dragon Ranking, asked with a hint of worry. With light makeup and a white long dress, she had an ethereal air.

"What else can we do? We are now fish on the chopping block; we can only resign ourselves to our fate!" Peng Shizhuang, standing at the very edge, said with apparent indifference. Ranked tenth on the Hidden Dragon Ranking, he knew he couldn’t defeat any of the others present and had long mentally prepared for defeat.

His words plunged them into silence.

They were all familiar with Qin Wudao’s achievements: the foremost prodigy of the Qin Dynasty, the slayer of those with special physiques, one who had achieved the eighth revolution of the Nirvana Realm... Compared to ordinary people, they were exceptionally talented, but compared to Qin Wudao, they seemed far too weak.

"Actually, being defeated by His Highness might be a good thing for us," the usually taciturn Wu Ming suddenly spoke up.

"We are all citizens of the Qin Dynasty. His Highness is the Qin Dynasty’s hope. The stronger His Highness becomes, the more we stand to gain. Losing to His Highness can also be considered a way of contributing to the Qin Dynasty!

"Furthermore, even if His Highness doesn’t seize the Fortune within us, the prodigies from other Dao Domains will come to snatch it away!

"Given that we are all citizens of the Qin Dynasty, His Highness probably won’t make things too difficult for us. However, the prodigies from other Dao Domains will not be so merciful. Fighting them would be extremely dangerous..."

After hearing Wu Ming’s words, the others couldn’t help but shiver as if waking from a dream. They suddenly realized just how precarious their situation was!

"However, whether His Highness can actually seize the Fortune within me will depend on his own strength!"

Suddenly, Wu Ming’s tone shifted. His Nirvana Realm aura erupted as he turned to face the entrance of the hall, sharp Sword Qi shooting from his eyes. He asked loudly, "Your Highness the Crown Prince, wouldn’t you agree?"

Every prodigy possessed their own pride. He knew he couldn’t protect the Fortune he carried, but he wouldn’t just hand it over without a fight.

"Correct. In this world, strength determines everything!" Qin Wudao’s figure materialized at the entrance of the hall. With a few flashes, leaving a trail of afterimages in the Void, he landed on the arena platform, exuding a kingly, domineering aura.

"So powerful!"

Wang Lingling, Zhang Han, Li Tiantai, Gan Zhennan, and Peng Shizhuang all retreated several steps, their hearts filled with shock. They had not yet broken through to the Nirvana Realm and thus couldn’t even withstand Qin Wudao’s oppressive aura.

"His Highness’s fame resounds throughout the lands. Today, I, Wu, dare to ask for your guidance!" Wu Ming’s eyes burned with fervor as he stared intently at Qin Wudao, his battle intent surging. His personality was like his surname (Wu, meaning martial); he was a martial arts fanatic who loved to challenge strong opponents.

"Good! I accept your challenge!" A hint of approval flashed in Qin Wudao’s eyes. He can see that Wu Ming does not possess a special physique, yet has still completed the seventh revolution of Nirvana. This requires indomitable willpower and a hundred times the effort. With an ordinary body, to accomplish what only those with special physiques can achieve! He is truly worthy of being called a prodigy!