When I woke up, I wanted to go home.

While Zhu Chongjiu was cultivating day and night in the Divine Void, in the royal palace of the Ruixue Kingdom, a group of princes and ministers were frowning. King Lai Xun, sitting on the high throne, was roaring angrily: "What are you emperor-level experts doing? Do you think we can only rely on ordinary soldiers to fight a war?"

Don't talk to me about battlefield rules. You're all cowards in the face of battle and making excuses. If the rules allowed three or five Emperor-level beings to fight one Emperor-level monster, you would have been yelling and screaming by now.

Why can't we learn from Wei Tianxing and his group? Wei Tianxing alone has killed nine Emperor-level demonic beasts in seven months. If it weren't for the thirty-odd Emperor-level experts led by Wei Tianxing holding them off, the Emperor-level demonic beasts of the vast icy snowfield would have laughed their heads off long ago!

Of these thirty-odd Emperor-level experts, some were senior members of the academy, some were veteran officials of the court, and most of the rest were independent cultivators without official positions or sects. It was truly the most ridiculous thing in the world!

Don't tell me that a strong military leader needs to command battles. If all the soldiers are gone, who can he command as a commander without troops?

Don't even tell me that powerful figures in the palace need to oversee the overall situation. If the country is about to fall, what kind of oversight can they possibly provide?

Which other prestigious families, relying on the blessings of their ancestors, are acting arrogantly and domineeringly in this peaceful and prosperous era? If they fail to contribute this time, I swear that when the border town is breached, I will make sure they are homeless first!

The Duke of the Kingdom has been severely wounded by the Demon Lord for dozens of days and is now on the verge of death. There is no one willing to take his place. Whoever I send will be in trouble!

The situation at the front is now extremely precarious. More than half of the nearly one million troops in the eleven major cities have been lost, and the Emperor-level demon beasts are challenging them. Apart from Wei Tianxing and his group, no one has responded to the challenge!

According to my spies, Wei Tianxing can fight up to three Emperor-level demonic beasts a day!

There are no fewer than three hundred Emperor-level generals and commanders at the front lines, along with powerful individuals sent by various prestigious families!

You are all outstanding, truly pillars of the Snow Kingdom!

In that case, I hereby declare that three days from now, I will lead the Ruixue Royal Legion to the border battlefield to oversee the battle!

Within three days, all Emperor-level powerhouses in the Ruixue Kingdom who are able to get out of bed must rush to the border battlefield and obey my command!

Anyone who disobeys will be dealt with directly by my Shadow Order!

As King Lai Xun finished speaking his last words, fifteen elders emerged from behind the high throne, each exuding a profound aura and possessing strength at the high-level Emperor rank or above!

King Lai Xun glanced at the assembled princes and ministers in the main hall, snorted coldly, flicked his sleeve, and turned to head towards the inner palace!

After King Raihun left, the princes and ministers in the hall began to discuss the matter, with some believing that the king's actions were too radical!

Some believe that everything should be done according to certain rules and regulations!

Some angrily retorted: "The king is right! Everyone is living a life of wealth and comfort, and now they are terrified of dying!"

King Raihun arrived at a room in the harem!

The room was filled with a strong smell of medicinal herbs. King Lai Xun pushed open the door and went straight to the bed, where the Duke of the Kingdom was lying!

At this moment, the Duke of the Kingdom was barely breathing. When he saw King Lai Xun, he forced a smile and bowed to the king.

King Nusheng of Lai Xun asked the apothecary beside him in a low voice, "Why is there still no improvement? Have you tried all the rare and precious herbs brought back from Shenxu?"

The pharmacist bowed and replied, "Your Majesty, the Duke was not injured by the demon lord's physical body, but by an energy that parasitizes the Duke's body. This energy is constantly trying to devour the Duke's soul and consciousness!"

Alas! Forgive my incompetence, Your Majesty, I cannot expel this energy. You can only fight against it by consuming your own flesh and blood. Every day, I can only use some Emperor-level demon beast flesh and blood and rare treasures to enhance the flesh and blood that Your Majesty consumes!

It's just unknown how long the Duke can hold on!

After hearing this, King Raihun said in a deep voice, "Go down."

After the pharmacist left, the Duke whispered, "Your Majesty, this is the tenth or so pharmacists you've consulted. They all give the same diagnosis and treatment. Please don't make things difficult for them!"

King Lai Xun said to the Duke of the Kingdom with a worried expression, "Don't worry, I will definitely find someone to cure you. I have sent people to the other four continents, firstly to seek support, and secondly to see if we can find a way to cure you."

The Duke of the Kingdom chuckled softly and said, "Then thank you, Your Majesty. I don't want to die either; I'm still in my prime."

After making a joke, the Duke of the Kingdom asked, "Since I returned, have the men at the front lines been less obedient? With the Demon Lord appearing, have you sought help from the Peace Merchant Guild?"

Upon hearing this, King Lai Xun's face, which had been slightly smiling, darkened again!

You don't need to worry about that. Just focus on recovering. Oh, and I came to talk to you about something. I won't be able to visit you in a few days, so please take care of yourself!

King Lai Xun turned and walked towards the door, saying as he went, "The founding king of Ruixue was able to lead everyone to defeat the demon lord, and I am no less capable. Just wait for me to come back and have a drink with you!"

As the voice lingered on the receding figure, the Duke sighed inwardly, "Every king of Ruixue has been excellent, but the officials have become worse with each generation!"

Three days later, outside the capital of Ruixue Kingdom, King Lai Xun of Ruixue Kingdom was wearing heavy armor and riding a top-tier royal-level "Crimson Blood King Deer". The Crimson Blood King Deer was entirely crimson, with two huge blood-red antlers. It was an ancient spirit beast, ten zhang tall, and could reach a hundred zhang tall after transforming into its true form. It ran like the wind and its combat power was astonishing!

Behind them stood the 100,000-strong Royal Army of Ruixue, each soldier clad in armor and riding magnificent, imposing steeds!

Following King Lai Xun were more than three hundred Emperor-level experts from various factions!

King Rai Xun bowed his head and asked his attendants if all the people who had come had arrived.

The attendant replied that, apart from a few Emperor-level experts who simply couldn't make it in time, everyone had arrived.

King Lai Xun commanded: "Have those Emperor-level beings who haven't arrived yet gather at the border town." Then, with a wave of his hand, he ordered, "Let's set off!"

On the snowy battlefield, an old man at the Emperor level cursed angrily: "These sons of bitches are using the battlefield rules that the Duke of the Kingdom said as an excuse. Not a single Emperor level member will accept the challenge. More than ten of our thirty-odd brothers have already died."

Now another Emperor-level demon beast is challenging us. Are they going to wear us down to death?

Upon hearing this, Wei Tianxing, who was resting with his eyes closed, stood up and said, "I'll go instead!"

Upon hearing Wei Tianxing's words, everyone exclaimed in surprise, "Old Wei, you've already fought two battles in a row. You're injured and your internal energy is almost depleted. Going forward would be suicide. You need to rest!"

One of them said, "Damn it, this time, I'll risk my life to take one of them before I die!"

Everyone was filled with righteous indignation, and they all rushed to be the first to participate.

Finally, looking at the Emperor-level experts before him, each one wounded and weak, Old Wei said, "Since that's the case, let's all go together. We'll die together, so we won't have to see them and get angry. We can close our eyes and be considered to have done our duty to the country!"

After a chorus of approval, everyone gathered above the battlefield. Wei Tianxing roared, "Twenty-six Emperor-level mages from the Ruixue Kingdom, request to fight!"

The twenty-five Emperor-level mages behind them also shouted in unison!

Upon seeing this situation, one of the sixty-odd imperial-level commanders in the central command tent complained, "Isn't this ridiculous? Can't they at least delay? Every day they delay is a day better than nothing."

If all twenty-something of you die at the same time, what will happen when an Emperor-level opponent challenges you in the future?

Another person said somewhat guiltily: "Aren't we going a bit too far? How about we send some Emperor-level experts from the military or aristocratic families to provide support?"

What kind of support? There are demon lords lurking deep within the monster army, ready to pounce. If everyone goes to support them, what will happen to the main army? What will happen to us commanders?

The person who was speaking was shut up after being rebuked!

Because some legion leaders had previously opposed the idea, they were given command in public and imprisoned on the grounds that the minority should obey the majority!

Looking down from the sky, Wei Tianxing saw ordinary human soldiers being slaughtered by demonic beasts, falling in large numbers. This was even after their strength had been enhanced by the resources of the Divine Void!

Without the support from Shenxu, the loss of our troops would not have been less than half; it would have been almost total annihilation!

This time, the entire demon beast army was mobilized under the control of the demon lord. The demon beasts mixed in were even more fearless. Wei Tianxing was heartbroken but helpless. He thought to himself that if Ninth Brother were here, he could definitely turn the tide of the battle. But Ninth Brother was still in Shenxu. Calculating the time, there were still more than two months left, which should be another year!

By then, it's uncertain whether anyone in the Snow Kingdom will still be able to go on hunting expeditions in the Divine Void!

Just as Wei Tianxing was feeling sentimental, twenty-six Emperor-level demonic beasts flew out from behind the demonic beast army, five of which were Emperor-level demonic beasts!

Upon seeing this, Wei Tianxing and his group turned ashen-faced. Wei Tianxing, however, burst into laughter and shouted, "Brothers, it is my honor to have met you all in this life! When my Ninth Brother returns, I will have him avenge me! I, Wei Tianxing, will go ahead!"

The others rushed forward like madmen, and someone said, "Old Wei, you said your Ninth Brother is so powerful, when you get revenge for him, don't forget to kill a few for me too!"

Fifty-two Emperor-level powerhouses fought together.

The battlefield spanned nearly a thousand miles. Because of their battle, both the Ruixue soldiers and the demon beast legion had ceased fighting and were avoiding direct confrontation!

Because everyone was fighting recklessly, the battle ended four hours later. On the Emperor-level monster side, three Emperor-level monsters dragged their broken bodies and flew back!

When they reached the human side, not a single one survived!

At this moment, a voice came from within the demon army: "In order to pay tribute to the Emperor-level heroes, let's cease fire for one day!"

The human soldiers secretly wiped away their tears, silently praying for the thirty-seven human emperor-level powerhouses!

Inside the human army's central command tent, the six commanders breathed a sigh of relief upon hearing that there would be a one-day ceasefire!

Just as King Lai Xun arrived at the border town, a snow eagle landed on his shoulder. Upon hearing the snow eagle's telepathic message, King Lai Xun suddenly stood up, perched on the back of the Crimson Blood King Deer, and roared to the sky, "Cloud Snow City, Cold Snow City, Earth Snow City, Blazing Snow City, Green Snow City, Rain Snow City, you wait!"

Amidst the bewilderment of those around him, King Lai Xun ordered: "Full speed ahead! I need to reach the front lines in five hours. Also, summon the commanders of the six cities of Yun, Han, Di, Lie, Qing, and Yu to the designated location to meet me!"