Fantasy: Unparalleled Prince, Conquering the Heavens!-Chapter 762 - 756: Deploying Troops_1

"Yang Zaixing's formation of the army corps was done with my full approval!" After hearing Wang Jian's words, Qin Wudao explained.

He knew Wang Jian's concern. Yang Zaixing now commanded the Sky Sword Pavilion's army and held a high position, which naturally led to questions about his loyalty to the Qin Dynasty. After all, not everyone can remain true to their original intentions in the face of power.

"My dear minister, I intend for Yang Zaixing to lead the army to unify the Red Dragon Starfield. What are your thoughts?" Qin Wudao then placed the memorial on the imperial desk and asked casually.

"This..." Wang Jian's mouth fell slightly open. After a moment of contemplation, he bowed and replied, "With General Yang's strength, unifying the Red Dragon Starfield should be easily accomplished!"

His words neither supported nor opposed the idea; they were more a statement of fact. He knew that although the Emperor seemed to be consulting him, a decision had already been made. As a subject, he could not disobey the Emperor's order.

Furthermore, there was another crucial factor: Yang Zaixing was still trustworthy and capable of leading an army in battle. Otherwise, even if it meant losing his head, he would admonish the Emperor to his dying breath!

"Issue the order! Command Yang Zaixing and his troops to unify the Red Dragon Starfield!" Qin Wudao commanded calmly, not mentioning Yang Zaixing's specific appointment again.

He was aware of Yang Zaixing's capabilities. Hailed as the fiercest general of the Song Dynasty and highly regarded by Yue Fei, his name, etched in the annals of history, attested to his formidable ability to command troops in battle; he was undoubtedly a capable military leader.

But the rules cannot be changed! The Qin Dynasty, in its development, had long established a comprehensive system for promotion based on military merit. As the sovereign, whose words carried imperial authority, he could disregard the regulations and directly promote Yang Zaixing. However, doing so would not only damage his own imperial authority but also be an insult to Yang Zaixing.

"Your Majesty is wise!" Upon hearing this, Wang Jian secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He had genuinely feared Qin Wudao might directly appoint Yang Zaixing as a corps commander.

Currently, the Qin Dynasty's army was limited. Even court veterans and the generals of Liang Mountain had not all been assigned armies. To hastily appoint Yang Zaixing, who lacked sufficient military merit, would undoubtedly cause discontent.

At the same time, he committed Yang Zaixing's name to memory. With his understanding of Qin Wudao, Yang Zaixing would likely be appointed as a corps commander after unifying the Red Dragon Starfield, becoming a titan in the army.

"Furthermore, let each army corps choose their own opponents and declare war on the All Clans!" Qin Wudao leaned forward, picked up the imperial pen, and on the report Wang Jian had submitted, wrote the character 'Approved.' The word shimmered with golden light, its unrivaled imperial power suppressing the heavens and earth in all directions.

"As Your Majesty commands!" Wang Jian's expression turned solemn, his face alight with fervor as he saluted.

In the Heavenly Court of the Qin Dynasty, what was most important?

Undoubtedly, it was military merit. After achieving extraordinary accomplishments, besides promotion, titles, and abundant resources, there was another honor that held an irresistible allure for military officials: entry into the Martial God Temple.

Since Bai Qi, Zhao Yun, Lv Bu, and Li Yuanba were deified, all the generals at court were not only envious but also fiercely determined to be the next to enter the Martial God Temple.

It was an honor! More than that, it was the goal they pursued!

"Your Majesty, Jia Xu requests an audience!" At this moment, Xu Chu, who was patrolling outside, walked to the entrance of the hall and called out.

Qin Wudao was momentarily surprised. Why has he come? he wondered. Could it be intelligence regarding the All Clans?

"Let him in!" Qin Wudao commanded.

"Yes, Your Majesty!" Xu Chu responded, and then silence fell.

A few breaths later, Jia Xu walked hurriedly into the imperial study. He glanced at Wang Jian and reported in a grave tone, "Your Majesty, the latest intelligence indicates that the Ice Wing Clan has requested aid from the 'Hall of All Clans' and is preparing to activate the 'Star Devouring Array'!"

Both Qin Wudao and Wang Jian's expressions changed slightly; clearly, they had both heard of the infamous 'Star Devouring Array.'

"The All Clans know they are inferior to the Qin Dynasty's Heavenly Court in terms of powerful experts, so they thought to use arrays to defend against us. This is indeed a sound method, however..."

But soon, Wang Jian's expression returned to normal, a cold light flashing in his eyes. This was indeed a ruthless tactic.

Ordinary ascending forces would hardly have powerful Array Masters in their ranks. And the power of an Array Master could alter the outcome of a battle. It was no exaggeration to say that a single Fifth-Rank Array Master deploying an array outside the Red Dragon Starfield could annihilate the Qin Dynasty's Heavenly Court.

"The plan proceeds as intended!" Qin Wudao stated coldly. "I will have Zuo Ci accompany the army into battle!"

Zuo Ci was a Sixth-Rank Array Master, comparable to a Grandmaster of the Dao of Formations. Deciphering a Fifth-Rank Star-Devouring Immortal Array would naturally pose no problem for him.

Since the All Clans wish to rely on Array Masters, then I shall let them discover what it truly means to try to steal a chicken, only to end up losing the rice!

「Sky Sword Pavilion」

High above, Xiao He, dressed in official robes, held an imperial edict in his hand and announced loudly, "By Imperial Decree! The Heavenly Sword Immortal is conferred as a Third-Rank Imperial Retainer of the Great Qin. The Sky Sword Pavilion shall not be disbanded and, under the Imperial Court's administration, its Dao lineage shall be passed down through generations!"

Below, the Heavenly Sword Immortal led his many disciples, kneeling on both knees in a respectful salute. "Your servant accepts the decree!"

ROAR!

Above the Sky Sword Pavilion, the Fortune Dragon let out a long roar, bursting from the Sea of Fortune. Its colossal body disintegrated into countless points of light that drifted towards the Nine Provinces.

At the same time, a majestic surge of Fortune descended from the heavens, landing upon the Heavenly Sword Immortal.

Such a potent blessing of Fortune! The Heavenly Sword Immortal was astounded.

He had initially thought that joining the Qin Dynasty's Heavenly Court would slow his cultivation. But upon sensing it just now, he discovered his cultivation speed was several times faster than when he was the master of the pavilion. This shows that the Fortune and development potential of the Qin Dynasty's Heavenly Court are even more terrifying than he imagined!

"Senior, from this day forward, we are all one family!" After reading the imperial edict, Xiao He descended and said with a smile.

"Haha, one family now!" The Heavenly Sword Immortal laughed heartily.

Behind him, many elders wore complex expressions: some joyful, some sorrowful, some dazed.

They vividly remembered just a few days prior, when Xiao He had visited the Sky Sword Pavilion as an emissary, both sides were of equal standing.

Yet now, the Heavenly Sword Immortal had been conferred as a Third-Rank Imperial Retainer, and the Sky Sword Pavilion had become an institution of the Qin Dynasty's Heavenly Court, effectively becoming Xiao He's subordinate.

"An Imperial Order has arrived!" Just then, another resonant voice echoed from afar, accompanied by a grim, killing aura that made the very stars tremble.

Who could this be? The Heavenly Sword Immortal wondered, slightly taken aback.

Xiao He looked up at the starry sky, seeing a Colonel dressed in blood-red armor, a jade pendant at his waist, holding a tiger-hilted sword aloft, rapidly approaching. "A Scout Colonel from the Ministry of War," he observed. "It seems the war is about to begin!"

Imperial edicts delivered by Scouts from the Ministry of War usually pertained to matters of war. Scouts in such positions were Colonels at the very least. They wielded formidable cultivation and, though not in direct military command, were solely responsible for relaying orders.

Within the crowd, Yang Zaixing, dressed in a long robe, had eyes that shone brightly, a formidable general's aura emanating from him. Finally! It's here!

Arriving at the Sky Sword Pavilion, the Scout Colonel produced a scroll from his robes and read aloud, "By Imperial Order! The Sky Sword Pavilion is to coordinate with Yang Zaixing to unify the Red Dragon Starfield!"

"This subordinate obeys!" Yang Zaixing strode forward and knelt on one knee before the Heavenly Sword Immortal.

Then, his imposing figure shot into the sky like a cannonball. Standing high above, he roared, "Come!"

WHOOSH! WHOOSH! WHOOSH!

Several streaks of light flew from the distant mountain peaks, carrying fierce Evil Qi. They transformed into a helmet, gorget, pauldrons, battle robe, cuirass, and a bronze heart-mirror, equipping Yang Zaixing piece by piece.

Finally, a battle spear tore through the void, rending heaven and earth. Like a blazing sun, it radiated limitless killing intent as it landed in Yang Zaixing's grasp.

"All generals, heed my command! To war!"