Atlas of Heaven and Man.

Chapter 1296 Dawn Breaks, Gale Rises

In the central chamber of the Sky Beast, representatives of the various Throne Fighters who came to participate in the battle had all arrived.

At this moment, a huge map of Weishu Prefecture was displayed on the screen in front of the delegates, marking the specific locations of the thirty-six administrative centers and seventy-two scenic spots.

Cassian stood in front of the screen, bathed in its glow, explaining the situation to the visitors.

"According to the reliable information we have gathered, the secret ritual mainly used by the Tianji Sect for defense is called the 'Starry Constellation Secret Ritual'."

This set of secret rituals can weaken external long-range attacks and has the functions of confusing observation, disrupting direction, and confusing perception.

The secret ritual is mainly divided into three parts: outer, middle, and inner. The defensive capabilities gradually increase from the inside out, thus forming a vast secret ritual field covering the entire continent..."

The representatives present were all amazed; they had never seen a secret ritual space of this scale before, it was truly a miracle. It was said that the Celestial Secrets Sect had spent hundreds of years setting it up, and the cost was astronomical.

While marveling at what they saw, they transmitted the information they witnessed to their own airships through the field, and at the same time explained and analyzed it to the Throne Fighters and combat personnel behind them.

Someone then asked, "Are those pivot points the key?"

Cassian said, "Yes, in our judgment, the key points of the secret ritual lie in these."

Those scenic spots are just simple nodes, but each of these administrative centers was built with great effort by the Tianji Sect. Each one can be considered a military fortress, and the surrounding believers have all received basic military education. What we need to do is eliminate these administrative centers before we can break in.

Like peeling an onion, layer after layer.

This analogy is simple and easy to understand, and everyone thinks it's reasonable. Although it's a bit troublesome, the Heavenly Secrets Sect is a behemoth with several Throne Fighters and the advantage of home field. A steady advance can reduce unnecessary risks.

At the same moment, the three Federation Throne Fighters were all in their own cabins, watching the situation on their screens.

They knew that Ranming Zhenren was an inside agent. Although they told Da Shun about it, they did not inform the other countries and companies. They did not even let the Throne Fighters who were dispatched this time know a word to them.

Because the federal government doesn't really trust them; they see these people as just henchmen to achieve their goals.

As a religion, and especially one that excels at mysterious transformations of legendary things, the Tianji Sect has too many mystical and cryptic things. The more people know about it, the easier it is for them to detect it.

Furthermore, after seizing the territory of the Heavenly Secrets Sect, if they want to consolidate their rule, they must be sufficiently intimidating to the followers of the Heavenly Secrets Sect. Even if not in the name of the Federation, they must demonstrate the power of the Federation so that the people on this land will respect them.

They had promised Da Shun that they wouldn't do anything to the Eastern Continent people above, but these were, after all, followers of the Heavenly Secrets Sect, and those hardline anti-Federal elements had to be eliminated.

At the same time, they also need to provide cover for Ran Mingzhen, so as not to expose the identity of the inside agent too early. If they go straight to the crucial points, then everyone will be able to see the problem.

After the basic information was introduced, the representatives stayed behind and began preparations in various aspects.

Cassian glanced at his watch; it was 5:25 a.m., roughly as expected, and they had reached the edge of Weishu Continent.

He looked outwards, and on the distant horizon, a faint gray-blue hue pierced the deep night.

The outline of the land below Tianji Peak in the distance gradually became clear, and the scattered lights dotting it came into view.

The speaker's voice rang out across all the airship channels at that moment:

"Attention everyone, we have entered the territory of the Tianji Sect. The objective of this operation is clear: to return the land that the Tianji Sect has long stolen and occupied to the Federation. Any attempt to negotiate or compromise privately will not be accepted unless the enemy chooses to surrender unconditionally."

Let us, with unwavering action, bring new order and dawn to the people of this land.

As the airship fleet gradually approached, the rising sun gradually appeared, the coolness of the night was dispelled, and the dawn light from the east shone on that solitary peak, reflecting thousands of rays of light, as if it were a magnificent torch emerging from the earth to support the sunlight.

Even those who came with hostility were deeply attracted by the magnificent scene before them.

Pope Elother of the New Light Church stood in the airship, gazing at the radiance, and remarked, "A beautiful sight." He reached out, trying to grasp the torch-shaped mountain peak as if to hold it in his hand.

At this moment, the first administrative center closest to them came into view.

This place is located on the highest hill in the vicinity and is very easy to spot. It consists of more than ten buildings in the Eastern Continental style. The most eye-catching one is a three-story, three-eaved, double-eaved hip-roofed building in the center, surrounded by eaves and covered with various exquisite decorations. It looks magnificent, elegant and solemn.

Leaving aside the ritual and defensive functions inherent in the architecture itself, the artistic beauty of its construction is something that almost everyone can intuitively appreciate.

However, not everyone could appreciate this. When Igor of the Norse Church saw these things, his green eyes showed disgust and dissatisfaction.

He is not only the security consultant for Tawhale Company, but also the head of the Noro National Evangelical Fellowship.

He deeply disliked this territory occupied by infidels, and he also disliked their religious buildings, which stirred within him an extreme urge to destroy. He stood up from his seat, walked out of the cabin, and onto the open deck outside.

After looking ahead for a while, he lowered his center of gravity, spread his legs, and crossed his hands. Gradually, bright light began to flash on his palms. At the same time, active and inactive consciousnesses detected a strong signal of high-intensity energy gathering.

The Throne Fighters immediately realized that someone was preparing to unleash a spiritual shock, and almost simultaneously cast their gazes toward the Tower Whale Company's airship.

Igor's previously thin body had swelled up considerably, and he was enveloped in a crimson-purple light.

His clothes and hair were rising upwards, and even the small objects around him were levitating.

After accumulating energy for a while, he leaned forward and threw the two balls of spiritual energy forward with both hands.

The ball of light flew to the distant capital almost instantly, where a huge, intense, and blinding light suddenly burst forth.

The next moment, a swirling mushroom cloud rose above the administrative center, followed by a deep, muffled thud that shook everyone to their core, causing them to momentarily lose their senses. After a while, the surging air currents caused the airships in the sky to shake violently.

Many people stared with tear-filled eyes and saw that the magnificent building had vanished, leaving behind a huge, charred crater in its very center. Nothing remained around it except for scattered embers and wisps of smoke drifting from the indistinguishable charred remains.

Most of the people present were stunned. It was the first time they had seen the destructive power of the Throne Fighter directly. With just one strike, a fortress-like stronghold was completely destroyed.

This is under the premise of the protection of the secret ritual field. If this layer of protection is not present, the destructive power is estimated to be at least doubled.

However, although Igor's attack was sudden, it marked the beginning of the attack on the Heavenly Mystery Sect. The propellers of the other airships spun and rushed towards Weishu Continent.

Inside the command center of the Sky Giant Beast, Cassian was filled with helplessness and displeasure: "This guy didn't follow the plan." His meticulously prepared battle plan had to be scrapped now.

"All right."

Olin patted him on the shoulder and comforted him, saying, "Since it's done in the name of the people, we can't expect them to act according to our plan. So far, the result isn't bad, is it?"

Cassian suddenly realized something, checked the communication signal, frowned, and asked into the messaging channel, "Hasn't the one from Xiaojue Temple arrived yet?"

The reply was: "The last contact was at 9 pm last night. They said the person had arrived at the southern end of Wei Shu Chau and was trying to come and meet up."

"Strange, why haven't they arrived yet?"

Cassian was somewhat puzzled; even if they had taken a detour by airship, they should have arrived by now.

He asked, "Have you been in contact since?"

"Mr. Advisor, it may be due to the influence of the ceremony at Wei Shuzhou's site that we have not received any more signals or telegrams from the other side."

Cassian had no choice but to wait and could only say, "Keep in touch, and let me know as soon as there is any news."

Almost simultaneously, a flash of light rushed from the sea into the land of the Federation, followed by a figure with magnificent wings.

This is Wanacopa, located at the southern tip of Weishu Continent. Although it is also within the territory of the Federation, it has long been influenced by the Tianji Cult, and the Federation's control is limited to the coastal border.

The people at the land outpost only saw a flash of light, as if something had passed by, but they simply recorded it and then paid no further attention to it.

Since the Celestial Mystery Sect began to use the Star Constellation Grand Instrument, all communications here have been severely disrupted, and they are now unable to make any contact with the outside world.

Chen Chuan looked ahead, and the figure of Tianji Mountain had already appeared in his sight in the distance.

Judging from the timing, he estimated that the Federation's operatives, if they were quick, would probably have already entered Weishu Continent. Fortunately, once they entered land, the dangerous force hanging over them almost disappeared, allowing him to unleash his speed and reach there soon.

But just then, he suddenly realized something and turned his gaze to one side.

A figure stood atop a hill. The person was tall and imposing, with long hair flowing down his back, a golden headband, and wearing the robes of an old-fashioned Zen practitioner.

When the man saw him and noticed him, he put his palms together in a gesture of respect and said slowly, “I am Guangyong from Xiaojue Temple. You are not a part of this world, so why should you enter this filthy place? Please wait here for a while until the secrets of heaven are revealed, then we can proceed.”

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(End of this chapter)