Zhennan Pass Falls, Haotian Sect Destroyed, Bibi Dong's GiftThump!
Above the purplish-black sky, the thunderous roar gradually subsided. Then, a dark black spot of light plummeted straight down, rapidly enlarging as the enormous Haotian Hammer crashed into the mountains to the left of Zhennan Pass.
"This is?"
At Zhennan Pass, as the enemy leader, King Lan Hao, fled, the resistance of the Heavenly Dou Empire's soldiers weakened, and the battle gradually subsided. Noticing the loud noise that made the ground tremble slightly, countless people stared in horror in the direction from which the noise originated.
Before they could react, four more Haotian Hammers fell from the sky and crashed onto the ground near Zhennan Pass.
"Is that the Haotian Hammer? His Majesty won?"
Chrysanthemum Douluo glanced at it, then looked up in surprise.
More than ten titled Douluo finally reacted, and in pairs, they rushed towards the direction where the five elders of the Clear Sky Sect had fallen.
Immediately afterwards, a slender figure slowly emerged in the purplish-black sky.
Holding a massive, purplish-black demonic scythe, her purple dress was spotless, exuding unparalleled nobility. In the strong wind, her clothes fluttered, and her long purple hair also flowed in the wind. Her eyes glanced indifferently at the battle situation on the ground, cold and domineering.
There is a kind of imposing presence that makes people afraid to look directly at it.
"Zhennan Pass has fallen. All troops that attacked Zhennan Pass may rest in place. Troops outside Zhennan Pass that have not yet entered the city, with the Soul Master troops as the vanguard, shall immediately pursue and kill the Heavenly Dou rebels and annihilate the enemy forces."
"Let's go immediately!"
A clear, cold voice echoed in the sky, plunging Zhennan Pass into a long-lost silence. But immediately, deafening cheers erupted outside Zhennan Pass. Correspondingly, there were many disgruntled soldiers on Zhennan Pass.
Bibi Dong's orders were not problematic. The only point of contention was whether ordering the troops waiting outside Zhennan Pass to pursue would cause some delay and potentially miss the opportunity to strike. However, with numerous Soul Masters acting as the vanguard, the time it would take for the troops to enter the city could be made up for.
However, taking Zhennan Pass was a great achievement, but taking the territory of the Tiandou Empire after taking Zhennan Pass was an even greater achievement.
It's no wonder that the soldiers who finally made it to Zhennanguan Pass looked dissatisfied.
Bibi Dong held immense prestige in everyone's hearts, not to mention that she had just defeated five titled Douluo from the Haotian Sect. With the momentum of her great victory, no one dared to disobey her.
With Bibi Dong's order, the Soul Master troops took the lead, guiding the regular troops along the narrow path behind Zhennan Pass, relentlessly pursuing the deserters of the Heaven Dou Empire.
Simply capturing Zhennan Pass isn't enough; a sufficient strategic buffer is crucial. Bibi Dong's primary task now is to defend the Star Dou Great Forest. If she rushes forward and Zhennan Pass falls again, this battle to seize the city will have been for nothing. Before leaving the Heaven Dou Empire, Bibi Dong has one more thing to do.
At Zhennan Pass.
Exhausted soldiers were cleaning up the battlefield, which was covered in blood and devastation, with the stench of blood filling the air.
"Teacher, the five Title Douluos from the Clear Sky Sect have been brought here. What should we do with them?"
On the city wall, Hu Liena spoke respectfully to Bibi Dong.
Bibi Dong slowly turned around. The Rakshasa Demon Scythe in her hand had disappeared, and the Papal Scepter had returned to her hand. Her cold, icy eyes swept across the room.
Five titled Douluo from the Clear Sky Sect, led by Tang Xiao, were forcibly pressed to the ground by Ju Gui and his group. Their faces were deathly pale, and the Second and Fourth Elders even had broken limbs and were extremely weak. When they saw Bibi Dong, a deep despair extinguished the vengeful rage in their eyes.
Despite gathering the power of five Title Douluos, they were still utterly defeated by Bibi Dong, completely powerless to fight back.
Moreover, everyone was poisoned, and whether they could survive was a question.
"Bibi Dong, even with the combined might of five Title Douluos from our Clear Sky Sect, we are still no match for you. Our defeat is not unjust. Taking our heads is the best testament to your unparalleled achievements!"
Tang Xiao looked at the corpses of Haotian Sect disciples scattered all over the city wall and was overcome with grief. Although he had left behind the seeds for the Haotian Sect's resurgence, seeing so many Haotian Sect disciples die in front of him caused a suffocating pain to engulf him.
The other four elders of the Haotian Sect, upon hearing Tang Xiao's words, murmured a few times, their eyes gradually dimming, but remained silent.
Perhaps they should have died long ago when the Haotian Sect chose to live in seclusion, otherwise they wouldn't have had to endure the near-extinction of the Haotian Sect.
The twelve Title Douluos of the Spirit Empire couldn't help but look at Bibi Dong, each with a different expression.
They were surprised, doubtful, or disappointed.
Is the once number one sect in the world about to be destroyed?
Bibi Dong withdrew her gaze, looked south towards the Star Dou Great Forest, and said calmly:
"Satiate them, and from now on, the Haotian Sect will cease to exist in the world."
"Tang San and Tang Hao have disappeared without a trace. They must have fled to Heaven Dou City. Chrysanthemum Ghost, Spirit Kite, Serpent Spear, and Porcupine, the five of you will come with me to Heaven Dou City. Ferdinand and Salas, the two of you will stay at Zhennan Pass to guard it. As for the rest of you, after the soldiers at Zhennan Pass have rested for a day, we will take them back to the capital immediately."
Upon hearing Bibi Dong's order, everyone felt as if their minds were about to explode.
The fact that the Clear Sky Sect was destroyed so easily was unbelievable to everyone; secondly, sending five Title Douluos to Heaven Dou City seemed a bit too hasty. They had just won a battle and only needed to proceed step by step to bring the entire Heaven Dou Empire under their control.
Finally, wouldn't it cause a mutiny if the soldiers at Zhennanguan were allowed to rest for a day and then return immediately?
You must understand that the area behind Zhennan Pass holds immense merit, enough to change the lives of countless soldiers! Even though these soldiers are merely laborers, asking them to give up readily available benefits will inevitably cause them discontent!
"Teacher, isn't it somewhat inappropriate to order the soldiers back to the capital?"
Seeing this, Hu Liena cautiously offered a reminder.
Bibi Dong didn't turn around, nor did she answer the questions on everyone's minds. Instead, she coldly said:
"If anyone is unwilling, then they might as well die."
Everyone froze, even the five Title Douluos from the Clear Sky Sect on the ground.
What exactly does this crazy woman want to do?
Soon after, Tang Xiao and his four companions were dragged to the city wall. Their bodies were infected by Bibi Dong's deadly poison, rendering them unable to exert their full strength. They could only let the enemy press their heads against the city wall.
"Execute them!"
With a clear, cold shout, the five sword-wielding Soul Masters summoned their Martial Souls, and as their Soul Power surged, they slashed down fiercely.
The setting sun was like blood, and in the eyes of the despairing soldiers, the cold corpses of the Heaven Dou Empire soldiers were reflected, along with the joyful smiles of the Martial Soul Empire soldiers.
Blood splattered, and with several sounds coming one after another, five heads lay silently on the ground, blood flowing everywhere, staining the gray robes of the Haotian Sect members red.
The glory of the Clear Sky Sect for tens of thousands of years has come to an end. Tang Chen, Tang Hao—names that once shook the continent—have all faded into history. The once unparalleled number one weapon spirit has also lost its luster, becoming merely a stepping stone on Bibi Dong's legendary path…
"Take the soul bone!"
At a command, the corpses of several titled Douluo of the Clear Sky Sect were completely dismembered. Amidst the envious gazes of countless people, soul bones were extracted one by one, then sealed and sent to Martial Soul City.
Before long, five long rainbows streaked across the sky above Zhennan Pass, flying towards the direction of Tiandou City.
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Night falls and the bright moon rises high.
Amidst a lush expanse of reeds, the river flows quietly, filled with the chirping of insects.
The group of dozens of people hid in the reeds, holding their breath and concentrating. Although they were extremely exhausted, they dared not make a sound.
Finally, after the commotion on the riverbank had faded into the distance, someone finally spoke in a low voice:
"Third Brother, where else can we go?"
Staring at the ball of mud in front of him, Oscar said with exasperation:
"Fatty, things have come to this, so stop saying discouraging things. Can't you just be quiet and let the mistress think things through?"
Over the years, the extravagant lifestyle of the Heaven Dou Empire completely corrupted Ma Hongjun. Perhaps due to his martial spirit, Ma Hongjun indulged himself, gaining considerable weight and becoming almost spherical. Covered in mud, he resembled a perfect mud ball.
Under the cover of night, Tang San could no longer maintain his elegance and nobility; his long, blue robe, as smooth as water, was now covered in mud. Even his once-proud, light blue hair was now filthy.
Tang San gave a bitter smile, gazing at the ever-present bright moon in the sky, and said dejectedly:
"Xiao Ao, you don't need to try to save face for me. We lost at Jialing Pass, and then at Zhennan Pass. We've lost again and again. As the King of Lan Hao, I can't escape the blame. Now I'm separated from my teacher and the others. It seems like there's nowhere left for me in this vast world."
Anticipating the imminent collapse of Zhennan Pass, Tang San and his companions chose to leave immediately. However, they hadn't expected the Spirit Empire's pursuit to come so swiftly. In their hasty escape, they were scattered. He lost contact with Yu Xiaogang and the Golden Iron Triangle, and now their fate is likely grim.
Now, the army of the Spirit Empire has already advanced ahead of them, and the towns of the Heaven Dou Empire have surrendered at the mere mention of their name. Even if they escape to Heaven Dou City, they will only be able to eke out a living.
At Zhennanguan Pass, he had exhausted all his strength.
Imperial guards, disciples of the Haotian Sect, disciples of the Tang Sect...
Even if Di Tian launches a beast tide, causing the Martial Soul Empire to withdraw its troops, without the Clear Sky Sect, can he still suppress the forces in the Heaven Dou Empire that oppose him?
He wasn't the only one numb; the Seventh Elder, who had lost an arm, had also fallen silent ever since Zhennan Pass was breached.
As a former Title Douluo, he was aware of the battle between Bibi Dong and the sect leader and his four brothers in the sky, and he was completely suppressed! He was not stupid. Since Bibi Dong dared to lead five Title Douluos to attack Tian Dou City, it meant that the five Title Douluos of the Clear Sky Sect posed no threat.
The most likely scenario is that all five people are already dead.
Thinking of this, the Seventh Elder couldn't help but feel a deep sense of sorrow.
"Let's go back to the Haotian Sect..."
The Seventh Elder said, as if possessed.
Everyone looked over in surprise, and Ma Hongjun asked in confusion, "Senior, where is the Haotian Sect now?"
Oscar glared at Ma Hongjun, and just as he was about to apologize to the Seventh Elder, a glint of light flashed in Tang San's eyes:
"No, Fatty, the Seventh Elder is talking about the former secluded place of the Haotian Sect! Although the Haotian Sect has left, some of its elders still remain there, making it a safe haven. However, there are pursuers everywhere now, and any slight movement will be noticed, making it impossible to leave."
At this point, everyone's eyes dimmed.
Even with Tang San's unparalleled wisdom and resourcefulness, he was helpless in this desperate situation. After a long silence, Oscar spoke:
"Mistress, take off your clothes..."
Before Oscar could finish speaking, Tang San, who had anticipated this situation, said decisively:
"No way! Little Ao, I understand what you mean, but we Shrek Six Monsters never abandon each other. How can we let you lure away the pursuers alone?"
Everyone then understood Oscar's meaning. Oscar's physique was very similar to Tang San's, and since it was dark and they couldn't see each other clearly, if Oscar wore Tang San's Blue King clothes, then he would be the 'Blue King'! In that case, he could escape and draw away the pursuers, giving Tang San a chance to leave.
"Yes, Xiao Ao, we're all brothers. We'll live together and die together!"
Ma Hongjun frowned, his small eyes squeezed shut and completely invisible.
Oscar shook his head and said:
"No, Fatty. Now it's either all of us die, or a few of us die. We have to make a choice. Besides, I'm a food-type Soul Master with innate full Soul Power, a once-in-a-century talent. Even if I'm captured, they probably won't kill me, but will imprison me."
"So, I'm not in any great danger."
Immediately, he turned to look at Tang San and said emphatically:
"Little mistress, don't forget, you still have Xiao Wu's revenge to settle. What's the point of dying so easily? Stop being so soft-hearted and take off your clothes!"
Tang San remained silent for a long time, his face filled with pain. After an unknown amount of time, Tang San finally nodded and said:
"Okay, I promise you."
Before long, King Lan Hao appeared, and countless soldiers chased after him like madmen. The reward for capturing King Lan Hao was unimaginable!
In the reed marshes, Tang San and his companions seized an opportunity, killed several soldiers of the Spirit Empire, changed their clothes, and swaggered out of the encirclement, slowly heading towards the Clear Sky Sect.
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Tian Dou City.
Heaven Dou City is more than 600 li away from Zhennan Pass. At the speed of a Title Douluo, it would only take a few hours to arrive. When the five Title Douluos appeared in the sky above Heaven Dou City, the already turbulent city immediately fell into chaos.
Some forces that wanted to attach themselves to the Spirit Empire raised the banner of rebellion and rushed towards the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace; while the army loyal to the Heaven Dou Imperial Family resisted step by step, but without the suppression of the Clear Sky Sect and the Tang Sect, and with the most elite imperial guards being transferred away, they were no match for these rebels.
A day later, in the Heaven Dou Imperial Palace, standing on this palace that symbolized the majesty of the Heaven Dou royal family, Chrysanthemum Douluo held his breath and respectfully addressed Bibi Dong:
"Your Majesty, Empress Tiandou has committed suicide by hanging."
Upon hearing this, Bibi Dong turned around abruptly, a startling rage flashing in her cold eyes, burning into Chrysanthemum Douluo's eyes, who quickly lowered his head.
"pity······"
Bibi Dong slowly turned her head and coldly uttered two words.
Chrysanthemum Douluo was utterly puzzled. The Heavenly Dou Empress was dead, so what was there to regret?
"The Heavenly Dou Empress is dead. Who is left in Heavenly Dou City now?"
Bibi Dong asked.
Chrysanthemum Douluo organized his thoughts and replied:
"Your Majesty, yesterday's internal strife in Heaven Dou City wiped out all forces loyal to the Heaven Dou royal family. Now, all that remains are some old nobles who want to join us. Those Soul Masters who opposed Tang San have been expelled from Heaven Dou City and should return to their original residences."
"However, we caught an interesting person in Yuexuan, Tang Hao and Tang Xiao's sister, Tang Yuehua."
Bibi Dong's face showed no change.
At this point, Chrysanthemum Douluo suddenly stopped, as if he wanted to say something but then stopped himself.
"Just say what you have to say."
Bibi Dong said coldly.
Upon hearing this, Chrysanthemum Douluo, as if going all out, suddenly said:
"Your Majesty, we captured Yu Xiaogang while pursuing the Heavenly Dou Empire. Would you like to see him?"
Yu Xiaogang was a name familiar to the high-ranking officials of the Spirit Empire. He was the Pope's first love, a relationship that ultimately led to the intervention of the previous Pope, Qian Xunji, forcing their separation. Now that Yu Xiaogang was in the hands of the Spirit Empire, they couldn't believe what Bibi Dong might do.
But to Chrysanthemum Douluo's surprise, Bibi Dong didn't react at all. Instead, after a period of silence, she asked:
Is Liu Erlong here?
Chrysanthemum Douluo was stunned for a moment. Is this what a woman is? Could it be that the Pope wants revenge? He then lowered his eyes, focusing on his inner thoughts, and said expressionlessly:
"Your Majesty, Yu Xiaogang, Liu Erlong, and Flander are all here. They are being transported to Tiandou City. Would you like to see them?"
"Yes, of course I must see him!"
At Bibi Dong's command, the prisoners were transported over at an accelerated pace. Just a few hours later, Yu Xiaogang, Flander, and Liu Erlong were brought before Bibi Dong.
Yu Xiaogang kept his head down, never looking at Bibi Dong. When he was brought to Tiandou City, he was shocked by how quickly Tiandou had fallen, but he also caught a glimpse of that peerless purple figure.
The girl who once held him in her arms now ascended to the papacy, gazing upon the world with the air of a domineering ruler. Her former innocence and naivety, her current ruthlessness—the contrast left him utterly bewildered. But since she had changed, she was no longer the Dong'er he once knew.
"Bibi Dong, even if you win the war, so what? You still lose! Xiao Gang loves me!"
Liu Erlong sneered.
The Blue Lightning Tyrant Dragon Clan was destroyed by Bibi Dong, a grudge she could never avenge. Therefore, the only person she could make Bibi Dong uncomfortable was Yu Xiaogang. She couldn't tell if it was due to jealousy between women or her own hatred.
Bibi Dong did not look at Yu Xiaogang, nor did she answer Liu Erlong.
Leaning on her papal scepter, Bibi Dong quietly walked up to Liu Erlong, bent down, and pinched Liu Erlong's chin with her jade-like hand. In Liu Erlong's astonished gaze, Bibi Dong looked Liu Erlong up and down a few times.
Without saying a word, she approached Tang Yuehua again, scrutinized her for a moment with the same gesture, and then uttered words that left everyone utterly puzzled:
"Yes, those are two very nice gifts."
"Bibi Dong, what do you want to do?!"
"Liu Erlong exclaimed in shock." Yu Xiaogang abruptly raised his head, staring at the woman he had once longed for day and night. Tang Yuehua was also filled with confusion. Bibi Dong was giving them as gifts? To whom? Who was qualified to receive Bibi Dong's gifts?
Bibi Dong did not answer, but instructed Chrysanthemum Douluo:
"Leave Liu Erlong and Tang Yuehua behind and send them to Wuhun City immediately. As for the rest, kill them all."
Bibi Dong's cold words sent a shockwave through everyone.
She's going to kill Yu Xiaogang? Did I hear that right?
Ju Douluo, Yu Xiaogang, Flander, Liu Erlong, and Tang Yuehua all had disbelief written all over their faces.
Yu Xiaogang was struck dumb. He couldn't believe it. They had once shared some feelings, yet Bibi Dong now treated him like a stranger, ignoring him completely and even wanting to kill him. Something inside him seemed to have shattered.
Upon hearing this, Liu Erlong said anxiously:
"Bibi Dong, are you crazy?! If you harm Xiao Gang, I'll go with him. I want to see what else you can give as a gift without me!"
Bibi Dong paused slightly, then turned her head, looked at Liu Erlong, then at Tang Yuehua, and after a moment's thought, said:
"I didn't think this through, Yue Guan. Lock them up. With these few weaknesses, these two will be more obedient..."
These two gifts were naturally for Dai Yao. She had done something she would regret for the rest of her life, but fortunately, Dai Yao ultimately chose to forgive her, though she herself couldn't forgive herself. Since Dai Yao liked women, she would cater to his tastes.
In her original plan, she had three gifts for Dai Yao, but she never expected that the most precious gift, the Heavenly Dou Empress, would be chosen, and she would choose to hang herself.
I hope Dai Yao will be satisfied with these two gifts? (End of Chapter)