When the King of South saw the Tyrant Mech turn around, he instinctively developed the thought of escape.
Because he knew very well that if Ji Xinghe were dead, Li Yuanba would never turn around and charge at them at this moment.
For the Empire, Li Yuanba had his own path to destruction, just as they did for the Federation. For the Federation, they had their own path to destruction, and for the Empire and themselves, they also had the responsibility and obligation to protect themselves.
The King of South didn't want to die, but he knew very well that if he abandons the obvious advantage today and chooses to retreat, what kind of reason Martial Emperor III would use to deal with him.
If he retreats, his three sons and eleven surviving personal guards will all retreat. And if they retreat, there is no need for the more than five thousand Imperial Mechas climbing the mountain to proceed; they would all need to retreat to preserve their lives.