Fifty divine kingdoms opened, and a majestic aura instantly surged from Xiao Yunlong's body like a raging tide.
Including the Grand Elder of Iron Sword Sect, several Iron Sword Sect experts' faces suddenly changed drastically.
"This aura, your strength..."
Before he could finish speaking, Xiao Yunlong had already rushed to the opponent's front and unleashed a punch.
At the critical moment, the Grand Elder had no choice but to grit his teeth and swing his heavy sword to meet the attack.
With a bang, like the impact of a great bell, Xiao Yunlong's punch sent the opponent's iron sword flying.
What was the point of being an old-time Innate Aperture Realm expert? Under Xiao Yunlong's fifty divine kingdoms, he was no match for him, unable to withstand even a single move.
"Damn it!" The Grand Elder roared, his right hand's tiger's mouth already numb from the shock.
However, before he could react, Xiao Yunlong closed in again and struck with his palm.
The Iron Sword Grand Elder wanted to retreat, but it was too late, and Xiao Yunlong's speed was far superior.
In fact, the two were not on the same level, like the difference between a fierce tiger and a lamb.
The Grand Elder was hit by the palm, and his entire body flew out like a kite with a broken string, smashing into the wall behind him, causing several cracks to appear in the wall.
Xiao Yunlong swept past and stomped on him.
"Don't... don't kill me, I beg you, I was wrong, I know I was wrong, please show mercy!"
The Iron Sword Sect Grand Elder, who was lying on the ground like a dead dog, pleaded.
"You know you were wrong now, but it's a pity you were given a chance, and you didn't cherish it!"
As his words fell, Xiao Yunlong stomped down with his right foot, instantly ending the opponent's life.
The remaining three from the Iron Sword Sect, including Wu Si, were all terrified and aghast at the sight.
"Quick, this brat is too terrifying..." The two Iron Sword Sect elders roared, forcing back their opponents, and directly attempted to flee.
Seeing this, Xiao Yunlong picked up the heavy sword from the ground, circulated his divine kingdom power, and swung his sword.
Sword energy like a surging tide swept out, instantly slaying the two Iron Sword Sect elders.
The remaining Wu Si and the Iron Sword Sect Master were completely scared out of their wits, and under the siege of Meng San, Zhuge Wushuang, and others, they were eventually eliminated.
"It's over, it's completely over now!" Chuanlong Ridge Master Long Yan and Baiyue Ridge Master Yue Bucong collapsed onto the ground, their faces ashen.
Xiao Yunlong did not directly attack them. He swept them with a cold glance and ordered, "Senior Meng San, please take these two back and hand them over to the Southern King."
Of course, this was not because Xiao Yunlong dared not kill them, but because these two were Ridge Masters, and it was still necessary to show some respect to the Southern King at times.
"Yes!" Meng San nodded immediately.
Then Xiao Yunlong and his party left and returned directly to the Southern Border camp.
As for how Yue Bucong and Long Yan would be judged and punished, Xiao Yunlong did not inquire further.
For the next three days, while closely monitoring the situation in the Northern Territory, Xiao Yunlong also dispatched Zhuge Wushuang and others to search for the whereabouts of the flute-playing woman from the Wonderful Sound Sect.
However, after three days, there was still no news. The opponent seemed to have vanished into thin air, with no clues found. Instead, the situation in the Northern Territory became increasingly tense.
Even the vanguard of the three northern desert countries, led by the Snow Wolf Kingdom, had already encountered the Northern Territory army. It seemed that the three northern desert countries genuinely intended to invade.
Xiao Yunlong realized that he could no longer delay. He had to resolve the matters in the Southern Border as soon as possible and eliminate the Ridge Masters of Guiyun Ridge and Canggu Ridge before he could return to the Northern Territory.
However, to deal with these two Ridge Masters, a suitable reason was needed. Originally, the flute-playing woman from the Wonderful Sound Sect was a good starting point, but there were no clues to be found.
"It seems that this flute-playing woman was murdered and her body disposed of," Xiao Yunlong thought to himself.
Just then, Xuanyuan Qingfeng reported, "Your Highness King of the North, the situation in the Southern Border has changed. His Highness the Southern King has asked you to come over immediately to discuss important matters!"
"Let's go!" Xiao Yunlong didn't waste any words and waved his hand to walk out.
Soon, the group arrived at the Southern King's Palace. Xiao Yunlong then asked, "Southern King, has something else happened?"
Southern King Lu Zhengong nodded and said, "We just received news from the southern border. The army of the Brahma Kingdom is pressing in, and it looks like they intend to invade our Southern Border!"
Deputy Officer Zhou Yun added, "It seems that the Brahma Kingdom is seeking revenge for us killing their Protector Dharma King."
"How many troops did they send, and what are the Southern King's plans?" Xiao Yunlong asked without rushing to state his position.
"A total of 300,000 troops. It is said that the situation in the Northern Territory is also not optimistic, and the three northern desert countries are also stirring. It seems they want to coordinate from north and south!"
Southern King Lu Zhengong snorted, then continued, "As for my attitude, there's nothing to say. If they dare to invade, then we will fight. I even sent away the envoy they sent for negotiations. If they want to talk, they should withdraw their army first!"
"The Southern King has great spirit. My attitude is the same as yours. As long as they dare to step half a step across the border, we will fight!" Xiao Yunlong said in a deep voice.
Deputy Officer Zhou then said, "But Your Highnesses, the current situation in the camp is that most of the troops are controlled by the various Ridge Masters, especially Canggu Ridge and Guiyun Ridge. Although we took over Chuanlong Ridge and Baiyue Ridge a few years ago, they have not yet been integrated. If we rush to respond, we will likely be at a disadvantage."
"This..." Southern King Lu Zhengong became troubled. Thinking that his reign as Southern King was truly a failure, he finally turned to Xiao Yunlong for help with a helpless expression.
Xiao Yunlong's heart stirred, and he suddenly thought of something. He quickly said, "By the way, do we have a sand table map?"
"Of course, it's in the next-door operations room!" Deputy Officer Zhou replied.
"Let's go there first!" Xiao Yunlong said, and led by Deputy Officer Zhou, he walked straight towards the arm, the group following behind him in confusion.
In the center of the side hall was a huge sand table, accurately depicting the entire terrain of the Southern Border, as well as the neighboring countries.
Xiao Yunlong glanced and asked, "Where are the 300,000 troops of the Brahma Kingdom currently stationed?"
"They are stationed at this place, which is a border town in the Brahma Kingdom. It borders Guiyun Ridge, but a small part of it also connects to Baiyue Ridge!"
Deputy Officer Zhou explained truthfully.
"As expected, this way, it will be much easier!" Xiao Yunlong smiled slightly.
"What does Your Highness King of the North mean?" Deputy Officer Zhou asked, and the others present were also bewildered, completely unable to understand the intentions of King of the North Xiao.
King of the North Xiao snorted, "We originally planned to deal with Guiyun Ridge and Canggu Ridge, but we lacked a suitable reason. Since the Brahma Kingdom is going to attack, next, we only need to send some troops to guard all the major traffic arteries from the Brahma Kingdom to Baiyue Ridge. What do you think will happen then?"
Zhuge Wushuang's eyes suddenly lit up, and he was the first to understand, exclaiming, "Master, your move is brilliant! If it really happens as you say, then these 300,000 troops of the Brahma Kingdom will definitely turn towards Guiyun Ridge."
Deputy Officer Zhou was the second to react and continued, "I understand too. Your Highness King of the North wants to shift the pressure to Guiyun Ridge, thereby forcing him to submit and hand over power. A clever plan of 'driving wolves to devour tigers', but..."
He paused here. Deputy Officer Zhou frowned and said, "But if the Guiyun Ridge Master does not submit to us at that time and instead seeks help from Canggu Ridge, what then?"
"It shouldn't happen!"
Southern King Lu Zhengong shook his head. "Based on my understanding of that old man Zagboya, he is extremely selfish and cautious. Without sufficient benefits, he will absolutely not send troops to help rashly."
"Of course, it's not impossible that Miao Rencheng promised him great benefits. In that case, we will send a troop from Chuanlong Ridge to press towards the outskirts of Canggu Ridge from the northeast to create pressure on Zagboya and give him a false impression. Once he sends out troops, we will take the opportunity to sneak into his home!"
"Yes, this is a good method. Southern King is indeed wise!" Deputy Officer Zhou praised.
Xiao Yunlong's sword eyebrows twitched slightly, and he remained silent. In fact, at such a critical juncture, exerting pressure on Canggu Ridge was not a very honorable act, and the methods were even a bit despicable.
After all, if Guiyun Ridge could persuade Canggu Ridge to join forces and successfully repel the Brahma Kingdom's attack, it would be a good thing.
However, there was not much time left for Xiao Yunlong. The situation in the Northern Territory was becoming increasingly critical, and he had to resolve the matters in the Southern Border as soon as possible. Therefore, after thinking about it, he did not speak.
"Since no one has expressed any objections, it's settled!" Southern King Lu Zhengong made the final decision, and then the various forces quickly took action.
Xiao Yunlong, on the other hand, became idle. He thought about it and went to the antique street in the outer city again to try his luck. However, he spent the entire afternoon with no results and finally returned to the camp with some regret.
As soon as he returned to his residence, Xuanyuan Qingfeng came to report, "Your Highness King of the North, news just came back from the front line. Just as you expected, after we stationed our troops at all the major traffic arteries on the border of Baiyue Ridge, the Brahma Kingdom did not dare to come over and instead targeted Guiyun Ridge. However..."
"However, what?" Xiao Yunlong asked.
"However, based on the current situation, the Brahma Kingdom does not seem to intend to mobilize those 300,000 troops. Instead, they have sent 300 Brahma Kingdom warriors, including several Grand Masters from the Brahma Sect, directly into Guiyun Ridge!" Xuanyuan Qingfeng replied.
Xiao Yunlong slightly raised the corner of his mouth and sneered, "Three hundred Brahma Kingdom warriors are enough to give the Guiyun Ridge Master a difficult time. Now that the Iron Sword Sect and Wu Si have been destroyed, the Guiyun Ridge Master lacks heavyweight experts by his side and cannot resist at all. It is estimated that the Brahma Kingdom's experts will soon arrive at the Guiyun Ridge Master's mansion!"
"Yes, according to the spies on the front line, Guiyun Ridge sent a request for help to Canggu Ridge an hour ago, but there has been no movement from Canggu Ridge so far."
Xuanyuan Qingfeng cupped his hands, then added, "By the way, Your Highness King of the North, the Southern King asked me to ask if we should send someone to contact the Guiyun Ridge Master now?"
"Not for now, haste makes waste!"
Xiao Yunlong immediately waved his hand and said, "Go and tell the Southern King to issue a Southern King's decree, ordering Canggu Ridge to send troops to aid Guiyun Ridge and to kill all the invading Brahma Kingdom warriors!"
"Your Highness King of the North, why is this? Didn't we say earlier that we couldn't let Canggu Ridge send troops to aid Guiyun Ridge?" Xuanyuan Qingfeng asked, very confused.
"No need to ask so many questions, just pass on the message as I said. Also, be sure to pay close attention to the movements of those 300 Brahma Kingdom warriors. Once the Guiyun Ridge Master agrees to submit and hand over power, I will act immediately. These Brahma Kingdom warriors dare to invade, and they will never be allowed to leave alive!"
Xiao Yunlong did not explain further but waved his hand. Some things were not something that a small captain like Xuanyuan Qingfeng could comprehend.
Xuanyuan Qingfeng naturally did not ask further. After cupping his hands, he immediately went to the Southern King's Palace and reported everything to Southern King Lu Zhengong.
"I understand, I will arrange it now!" Southern King Lu Zhengong said immediately.
Xuanyuan Qingfeng was stunned for a moment but still asked, "Your Highness Southern King, didn't we intend to prevent Canggu Ridge from sending troops to aid Guiyun Ridge? Why are we now issuing a Southern King's decree ordering the Canggu Ridge Master to act?"
Lu Zhengong smiled and said, "First, you must understand that Canggu Ridge will absolutely not act this time, whether I issue this decree or not."
"Then why do it?" Xuanyuan Qingfeng asked.
"That's because once the decree is issued and Canggu Ridge still does not act, it will be equivalent to violating the King's order. At that time, we will have sufficient reason to act against Canggu Ridge. I never thought that at this critical juncture, the King of the North could still think of this layer. He truly deserves to be called a generation of military gods!"
"Strategizing and killing enemies from a thousand miles away!" Southern King Lu Zhengong said, shaking his head and sighing, "I am indeed inferior to King of the North Xiao!"