"Cao Zhi" looked up at "Liu Xiu'er" with a face full of adoration.
At this moment, his eyes were shining, no longer like a "brave general" with an unyielding spirit who would fight to the death, but more like a "fangirl"!
"Cao Zhi" roared excitedly.
"My Lord, Ten Thousand Victories!"
His "Purple Gold Dao Soldiers," were equally full of admiration, their eyes sparkling with excitement, and they shouted together.
"My Lord, Ten Thousand Victories!"
The entire group had turned into "fangirls"!
Even more unexpectedly was the reaction of "Cao Pi" on the periphery.
"Cao Pi" was also extremely excited. He felt like he had found the value and meaning of his life.
He also cheered loudly along with them.
"My Lord, Ten Thousand Victories!"
His "Tiger Leopard Dao Soldiers" cheered as well.
"My Lord, Ten Thousand Victories!"
Another group of "full fangirls"!
...
Huh?
"Cao Zhi" suddenly snapped back to reality. He looked in the direction of "Cao Pi."
"Second Brother, when did you get here?"
Just now, "Cao Zhi" had been engrossed in the tense battle and hadn't noticed "Cao Pi"'s arrival at all.
"And Second Brother, why are you also calling my Lord 'My Lord'?"
This was what puzzled "Cao Zhi" the most!
In his memory, "Cao Pi" had already entered the "Great Xin Dynasty Army" for training and would soon become a full general appointed by the "Great Xin Court."
For a future "full general" of the court to call a "rebel leader" "My Lord," didn't that seem out of place?
Uh...
"Cao Pi" paused slightly.
He clearly hadn't expected "Cao Zhi" to ask such a sharp question.
However, "Cao Pi" was, after all, an elder brother and valued his reputation.
He would never admit that "Liu Xiu'er"'s imposing presence had completely conquered him.
Where was his elder brother's authority?
"Cao Pi"'s mind raced. In less than a second, he thought of countless excuses. Finally, he optimized and integrated them, choosing the most foolproof explanation.
"Because I just swore an oath that whoever saved you, I would serve him as my Lord and wholeheartedly dedicate myself to him!"
Heh heh, perfect!
"Cao Pi" silently gave himself a thumbs-up.
I'm such a "clever little devil"!
Who knew that at this moment, "Liu Xiu'er"'s calm voice rang out.
"General, you misunderstand. It wasn't I who saved General Cao just now, but my master who made the move and saved General Cao!"
Huh?
"Cao Pi"'s eyes widened.
So, who exactly was this "Master"?
As if sensing "Cao Pi"'s doubt, "Liu Xiu'er" explained to "Cao Pi" while urging the "cosmic stars" to pursue the "Imperial Army."
"Master's cultivation is profound and his abilities are boundless! Do you see these cosmic stars filling the sky? These were summoned by my master to save me!"
Rumble!
A clap of thunder boomed across the sky!
The heavens and earth were shaken, enraged!
However, "Liu Xiu'er" paid no mind, and continued speaking with immense admiration.
"Master cares for me immensely, constantly watching over my safety. When he saw I was in danger, he immediately acted... The most miraculous thing is that Master can also allow me to control the cosmic stars filling the sky. It's too amazing!"
"Liu Xiu'er" pushed his palms forward, and the "cosmic stars" surged towards the "Imperial Army" ahead.
This time, Commander Li Dian had no intention of engaging in a large-scale battle and had only brought twenty thousand troops to show face.
These twenty thousand troops were in dire straits. After several rounds of bombardment from the "cosmic stars," they were almost annihilated.
Even Commander Li Dian himself was severely wounded, his arms blown off. If not for his "quick thinking" and timely escape when things turned south, he would have suffered the same fate as the "ash-faced Nascent Soul cultivators" and been completely killed.
This battle was a complete victory for the "Righteous Army"!
The "Imperial Camp" lost both its wife and its soldiers!
Not only did they suffer losses in soldiers and generals, but they also implicated and caused the deaths of three "Fourth-Rank Celestial Masters" from the "Imperial Observatory."
This was no small matter.
Commander Li Dian, severely wounded, was captured by people from the "Imperial Observatory" immediately after he barely escaped back. He endured excruciating torture through soul extraction and refining, dying a truly tragic death.
Furthermore, the "Imperial Observatory" had now officially set its sights on the "Righteous Army."
The conflict between the "Imperial Observatory" and the "Righteous Army" had officially begun.
However, these were all matters for later.
Now was the time for "Liu Xiu'er" and his companions to enjoy the "fruits of victory"!
"Liu Xiu'er" bowed respectfully towards the sky.
"Thank you, Master!"
As he bowed, the spiritual light filling the sky slowly dissipated, and the "cosmic stars" returned to the endless starry expanse.
The "Grand Magus's performance" had come to an end!
This "miraculous scene" left everyone dumbfounded.
"Cao Pi," in particular, began to revere this "Master."
My Lord's Master is so powerful, he must be a supreme being secretly nurturing and protecting my Lord!
Yes, my Lord is truly the "Child of Destiny." I must assist my Lord and bring peace for ten thousand generations!
"Cao Pi" quickly made up his mind. He strode to "Liu Xiu'er" and knelt respectfully.
"My Lord, Cao Pi wishes to serve you with all his might!"
"Liu Xiu'er" looked at "Cao Pi" and said with some difficulty.
"General Cao, I have already told you clearly. It was not I who saved your third brother, but my master who saved him. According to your oath, you should serve my master!"
Is my Lord rejecting me?
No, absolutely not!
"Cao Pi"'s mind whirred like a small engine. In a few seconds, countless thoughts flashed through his mind.
Soon, "Cao Pi" found the optimal solution.
"My Lord, do you think your Master would accept me? Your Master possesses unfathomable cultivation. I, a mere Golden Core cultivator, am not even worthy of carrying his shoes!"
"Liu Xiu'er" shook his head and said.
"Master is benevolent and generous. He never discriminates against cultivators of lower cultivation levels. He has many Golden Core cultivators serving him!"
Uh...
"Cao Pi" was speechless.
My Lord, you and your Master are not playing by the rules!
Could it be that I really have to serve that "Master"?
No, my Lord, I want to be your man! I don't want to serve anyone else!
"Cao Pi" was about to try to persuade him again when "Liu Xiu'er" spoke.
"However, Master prefers peace and quiet over activity. If you were to seek him out rashly, you might displease him."
Ah, that's better!
"Cao Pi"'s eyes lit up, and he said excitedly.
"My Lord, since your Master cannot accept me at this time, I will stay by your side for now! In any case, I must fulfill my oath. If I cannot serve your Master, then I will serve you!"