Seeking Martial Dao in All Reborn Lives

Upon hearing Zhao Xuanqi, the others immediately understood what he meant.

Everyone present would be divided into three groups, with Zhao Xuanqi forming a group of his own. His goal was to draw the enemy’s main forces to himself. By shouldering the greatest pressure, he would reduce what the other groups faced, mitigating their disadvantage.

It was an insane plan. The others found it hard to believe. The disparity between their forces and the enemy’s was immense. ’How could Zhao Xuanqi dare to propose such a thing? Does he really have the confidence to face the full force of the Neon masters’ encirclement all by himself?’

It was simply unbelievable.

"Isn’t this plan too reckless? Your strength is undeniable, but you’ll be hopelessly outnumbered. If something happens to you, the Neon masters will turn on us, and the situation in Jinmen will spiral completely out of control."

Bi Celestial Mansion frowned. He had heard of Zhao Xuanqi’s accomplishments, but he had never fought him personally. Because of this, he didn’t fully trust him. This plan was tantamount to placing the entire fate of Jinmen on Zhao Xuanqi’s shoulders. If anything went wrong, the consequences would be unimaginable.

"In this situation, you have no choice but to trust me. If you have a better plan, feel free to suggest it."

Zhao Xuanqi said calmly.

The others fell silent once more.

As things stood, there truly were no better options. A direct confrontation would be foolish.

Of them all, only Zhao Xuanqi was in peak condition. The others would be hard-pressed to muster even eighty percent of their strength.

The Martial Arts Association Headquarters was the Three Elders’ home turf, allowing them to draw upon the Power of Feng Shui and its Arrays. However, these Arrays had their limits. The people within them were the most crucial component—the core of the Array itself.

When a man’s killing intent erupts, it can overturn heaven and earth.

When the time came, the combined Intent of nearly ten Neon masters at the Harmony level would be unleashed. Their killing intent alone would overwhelm and disable any Array. Therefore, there was no home-field advantage to speak of.

The only way was, as Zhao Xuanqi had said, to take the initiative. They had to strike first, destroy the enemy’s key facilities, and leverage the various military forces in Jinmen to catch them completely by surprise. Only then, in the chaos of their hasty response, might an opportunity arise.

’Besides,’ the others thought, ’with Zhao Xuanqi drawing all the enemy’s fire, the pressure won’t be on us. If things get truly dangerous, our chances of escape would be much higher. In a direct confrontation, on the other hand, we might not even be able to retreat if the situation turns sour.’

’Since he’s confident enough to take on the greatest risk, why not let him try? The situation in Jinmen is already dire. No matter what they do, it’s a desperate gamble.’

"I agree with this plan. We will cooperate fully."

Qi Hongxuan and the men from the Phoenix Army were the first to speak up. They had personally witnessed Zhao Xuanqi force back three masters. They believed his plan was not baseless; he might actually be able to pull off something so incredible.

"I agree as well."

Meanwhile, after a brief discussion, Meng Dongtai and Cao Ying also came to a decision. One of them was still recovering from severe injuries, and the other had lost an arm in the previous battle. Their combat capabilities were severely limited. For them, avoiding a clash with the enemy’s main force was the best possible outcome.

"In that case, we’ll proceed with this plan."

Bi Celestial Mansion, with a slight frown, could only agree to the plan.

"Then let’s get moving, everyone. The Neon Influence won’t give us any time to prepare."

Li Ping said gravely.

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The smell of gunpowder filled the air in Jinmen. Meanwhile, the other Five Nations’ concessions were closely monitoring the developing situation.

After all, the outcome of this conflict would have a tremendous impact on each of their nations’ interests in the Divine Land.

At the border between the Jili Empire and Hans Federation concessions, in the center of an unremarkable ballroom, sat five Westerners at a round table.

They were impeccably dressed in suits, with gleaming leather shoes and meticulously combed hair. Some wore monocles and held canes. On the table before them were exquisite pastries, and the rich aroma of coffee wafted from their cups.

Despite the late hour, the ballroom bustled with activity. People came and went, constantly delivering intelligence reports from all over Jinmen.

The five Westerners at the table were the consuls for the Five Nations’ concessions in Jinmen: the Jili Empire, the Hans Federation, Gaul, the USK, and Saint Sha.

The situation on the Western Continent was currently in turmoil. Entangled interests and rising friction meant the Five Nations were, to some extent, hostile to one another. This prevented them from sparing the resources to intervene in Jinmen, forcing them to reach an agreement with the Neon Empire instead.

However, their hostility on the Western Continent didn’t preclude cooperation. At least when it came to protecting their mutual interests in the Divine Land, they had common ground.

Regardless of how the situation in Jinmen unfolded tonight, they had to ensure their own interests were not harmed. Uniting was their best option for self-preservation.

"I must say, I didn’t expect the National Salvation Association’s intelligence network to have penetrated even the upper echelons of the Neon Concession. To have detected the plot in advance and saved the masters from the various armies... their intelligence capabilities are truly alarming. It seems the situation in Jinmen is shifting once again. I wonder what you all make of it?"

The consul from the Jili Empire, a white-haired old man, was the first to speak.

"They’ve only bought themselves a moment’s respite. The Neon Nation’s overall strength still surpasses the local forces in Jinmen. According to our intelligence, though the masters of the Divine Land were lucky to escape the last raid, they were severely wounded. I imagine they’ll be unable to stop the next offensive."

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