Chapter 2189 - 2192: Emperor Xuan's Transformation

Qin Tian actually intended to prevent the Dragon Clan from intervening in this matter.

He didn't want to be the mantis.

Three days later, although Chen Huan and the Barbarian Clan's forces had not yet reached their designated positions, Qin Tian had already ordered Xu Kuan to lead the eighty thousand cavalry troops, equipped lightly, to charge directly towards the Imperial City!

He knew that the Dragon Clan must have noticed his movements and was surely making some preparations.

However, no matter what, as long as he could capture the Imperial City in a lightning battle, taking it in one day.

The Dragon Clan would have no time to react, and everything would be in vain!

Once he had taken the Imperial City, should the Dragon Clan dare to send troops westward, that would be a provocation against Qin Tian, and Qin Tian could directly send his troops!

The eighty thousand cavalry troops roared out.

Meanwhile, Zhao Lanjin's ten thousand elite troops arriving in batches were like a sharp sword, piercing straight into the heart of the Imperial City!

Eighteen thousand soldiers, attacking from two routes!

In the Imperial City, Qin Yan also received news from Qin Tian. Seeing the two armies rushing in, he began to prepare secretly, ready to act.

"Your Majesty, Qin Tian has dispatched his troops!"

"Two armies, one advancing from the east, and another appearing out of nowhere from the west side at Xiao Qing Town!"

"Two armies, one of seven to eight thousand, another of around ten thousand, are expected to reach our Imperial City gate in just half a day's time. Please make a decision soon!"

The State Preceptor, bringing the latest military intel, hurriedly reported to Emperor Xuan at the Imperial Palace.

At this time, Emperor Xuan was seated with two elders in a side hall.

The side hall was exceptionally quiet.

The State Preceptor stared at these two elders, recognizing them as the remaining non-ascended members of the Elder Council of the Tianyuan Dynasty—

The former King Chu! King Luo!

He bowed to the two, but they did not cast a glance his way.

"I understand. Go tell the Great General to have the Imperial Capital Army prepare for a decisive battle."

Contrary to his usual behavior, Emperor Xuan seemed remarkably calm, as if he had foreseen such a day.

"Two ancestors, the fate of our Tianyuan Dynasty now entirely depends on you two!"

After dismissing the State Preceptor, Emperor Xuan rose from his seat, bowing deeply with utmost sincerity to King Chu and King Luo.

"The thousand-year history of the Tianyuan Dynasty, marked by glorious moments, now sees the emergence of the traitor Qin Tian. He intends to change the dynasty's name to Qin, his own surname, indicating that he is self-willed and selfish, disregarding everyone in our Tianyuan Dynasty!"

Emperor Xuan respectfully said, "I implore you, ancestors, for the survival of the Tianyuan Dynasty, please kill Qin Tian."

King Chu and King Luo exchanged a glance.

King Chu inhaled deeply, saying, "Originally, we were preparing for focused cultivation, seeking greater opportunities in the Immortal Domain for a better stage."

"But since we haven't ascended and face the traitor Qin Tian, as former ministers of the dynasty, I must intervene."

King Luo agreed, "Rest assured, Your Majesty. Although Qin Tian is a master in the Flying Immortal Realm, before us, he is nothing. Just wait for him at the Imperial City; what storm could the junior Qin Tian possibly stir up?"

Hearing this, Emperor Xuan was overjoyed and said, "In this case, I thank you ancestors on behalf of billions in the Tianyuan Dynasty!"

He bowed courteously once again.

But after sending off the two ancestors, Emperor Xuan's expression shifted from a smile to one of menace.

In his gaze, there seemed to be a murderous intent.

"Qin Tian, since you wish for a decisive battle, to court death, then I shall fulfill that wish. Come, fish die or net rends? You lack the capability!"

He walked out of the grand hall, promptly heading to the Imperial City gate, intending to personally arrange the defense.

...

"Your Majesty, the Dragon Clan still remains inactive."

When Emperor Xuan reached the gate tower of the Imperial City, the Great General reported to him, "According to the reports I've received, Qin Tian seemingly anticipated the Dragon Clan, deploying a force to collaborate with the Barbarian Clan's forces to intercept the Dragon Clan. Should the Dragon Clan make any moves, while they may not win, they can at least stall them. Therefore, from my perspective, relying on the Dragon Clan is no longer feasible; we can only rely on ourselves."

Standing on the gate tower, Emperor Xuan said, "I knew all along, Long Tianwu is a smart woman. She couldn't possibly assist us at this time. Her thoughts are nothing more than seizing more of the Tianyuan Dynasty's land... This woman is quite terrifying, and no matter who triumphs between me and Qin Tian this time, facing her afterward will be very troublesome."

"Your Majesty, we will certainly win!"

Hearing this, the Great General immediately encouraged Emperor Xuan.

Upon hearing this, Emperor Xuan chuckled coldly and said, "The crucial point in the battle for the Imperial City no longer lies in us but in whether those two ancestors can suppress Qin Tian. We can only assist from the side, unable to help."

"Great General, you understand, as do I, that if the War God were here, perhaps we could defy fate, but with his demise, losing my arm, my level of cultivation is no match for Qin Tian. We can only... pray for our ancestors to display their mighty powers."

As the great battle approached, Emperor Xuan grew increasingly calm.

After ascending to the throne, his personality changed dramatically, becoming moody, bloodthirsty... all because, as the Fourth Prince, he struggled immensely to ascend and claim the throne. Yet after ascending, he discovered the Tianyuan Dynasty was already a mess. Since becoming emperor, he hasn't had a peaceful night's sleep.

If he could redo it all, he might make different choices.

But, it was all impossible now.

Quieting down at this moment, he regained the composure he had as the Fourth Prince.

The Great General noticed the change in Emperor Xuan and asked, "Your Majesty, in your opinion, can the two ancestors subdue Qin Tian?"

Emperor Xuan said, "Among the two ancestors, King Chu's strength surpasses Qin Tian's, while King Luo's strength is comparable to Qin Tian's. If they join forces, a two-on-one scenario should have a ninety percent chance of victory."

"However, it was heard previously that there was a Daoist from the Immortal Domain in Qin Tian's ranks, invincible, rumored to have been injured in the battle against the Demon Clan. Recently, there has been no news of them, and it is unknown if they have recovered."

"If that Daoist hasn't come with Qin Tian, we have considerable chance of winning."

"But if they have, then..."

Emperor Xuan said, looking up at the sky with azure clouds, "A mere Spiritual Domain, how could it compare with the Immortal Domain? The people of the Immortal Domain are just too strong... This is why so many elders seek to venture into the Immortal Domain; that is where true power gathers."

"In the face of those from the Immortal Domain, we are like ants. Heh... Leave it to fate!"