Chapter 191: Decisive Battle and Flag Ceremony.
Xingluo City, the capital of the Xingluo Empire for millennia, had been a force to be reckoned with. Countless generations had participated in its construction and defense. For an empire renowned for its military might, the city's construction was impeccable. Its walls, a hundred meters high, were teeming with armored soldiers and even boasted numerous large defensive equipment. From a distance, it resembled a steel fortress.
If it were merely ordinary soldiers or low-level spirit masters, Xingluo City would have been a formidable barrier, a formidable barrier like a natural moat. But this was the Douluo Continent, a fantasy world where high-level spirit masters could exploit their spirit abilities to break through defenses, Titled Douluos could ignore these defenses, and in the eyes of the gods, these defenses were as shabby as paper.
That day, the Spirit Empire's forces had assembled, a million strong, divided into various blocks and positioned before Xingluo City.
At the forefront were the Elephant Armor Sect's spirit master corps, renowned for its defensive prowess. Cavalry, infantry, heavy armor, archers, shieldmen, and other types of soldiers were deployed according to plan.
On the newly constructed platform, Bibi Dong, the Emperor of the Spirit Empire and the Rakshasa God, personally commanded the troops. Beside her stood the Angel God Qian Renxue, and below them sat more than a dozen Titled Douluo. From the Spirit Empire's six great priests to all the elders, all gathered there.
Bibi Dong, perched atop the platform, gently waved her hand, and a spirit master produced Emperor Bibi Dong's handwritten order and began to recite it. This spirit master was clearly extremely powerful, and her voice was resounding. Both the Spirit Empire's troops and the Star Luo Empire's troops on the opposing city walls could hear it clearly.
"By order of His Majesty the Emperor of the Spirit Empire, the Dai family of the Star Luo Empire has repeatedly launched wars and engaged in excessive militarism, resulting in the deaths of countless civilians. To unify the entire continent and safeguard the freedom of all spirit masters and civilians on Douluo Continent, our Spirit Empire is now conquering the Star Luo Empire."
"Dugu Bo, formerly a guest official of the Heaven Dou Empire, has repeatedly poisoned civilians, causing countless deaths. Tang Lie, a remnant of the Haotian Sect, has betrayed his loyalty and slaughtered our Spirit Empire soldiers."
"Although these two are Titled Douluo, their crimes are heinous and they are the scum of the spirit master world. We now execute them as a sacrifice to the great cause of our Spirit Empire."
As soon as these words were spoken, the entire army erupted in excitement. Titled Douluos used to be held in high esteem, so now killing these two as a sacrifice was truly inspiring.
Dugu Bo, in particular, enjoyed a poor reputation among spirit masters due to his prowess with poison and the title of Poison Douluo. Many feared him, and dared not speak out. Now that he had been executed as a sacrifice, it was clear that the Spirit Empire was formidable.
At a single command, Dugu Bo and Tang Lie, their spirit powers sealed, were forced onto the platform and knelt there, facing the soldiers in front of them and also facing Xingluo City. Spirit masters with good eyesight in Xingluo City could even make out their faces.
Morale within the Xingluo Empire was relatively low, especially among the Shrek and Clear Sky Sect members. Dugu Bo was a close friend of Tang San's, a guest at Shrek Academy, while Tang Lie was an elder of the Clear Sky Sect, holding a high rank.
The faces of the people in the Clear Sky Sect were sullen, even a bit distorted.
Tang Lie was the last remaining elder of the Clear Sky Sect and a representative of the radical faction, enjoying considerable popularity within the sect.
Of course, Tang Chen was the most heartbroken. He had finally met an outstanding disciple, only to be met with such a scene. "That's Tang Lie! I can't believe the Spirit Empire is so cruel, sacrificing a disciple of our Clear Sky Sect."
As for Dugu Bo, despite being a close friend of Tang San's, he had also provided him with considerable assistance. However, their relationship is far inferior to the original novel. Dugu Bo never provided the immortal herbs, and his importance to them is far less.
Tang San himself gritted his teeth, "I can't believe the Spirit Empire is so cruel and despicable, sacrificing my family and friends."
Yu Xiaogang quickly spoke up, "Xiao San, calm down. The Spirit Empire's actions are clearly intended to disturb you. If we rashly rush to rescue them, we'll fall right into their trap."
"Teacher, don't worry, my heart will not be confused. On the contrary, my heart will be even more determined. I, Tang San, swear that I will destroy the Spirit Empire in this life and avenge everyone!"
On the high platform of the Spirit Empire, after reading out the crimes of the two, the two soul masters with sword spirits put their swords on their necks.
The soul master who read out the charges against the two spoke again: "His Majesty the Emperor is merciful. Now I will give you two one last chance. If you are willing to surrender to my Wuhun Empire, you still have a chance to survive."
When Tang Lie heard this, he cursed: "Wuhun Empire, if you have the guts, just kill me. I, Tang Lie, am upright and will not beg for mercy like you bastards even if I die. How can you be a hero for Bibi Dong, a god, to deal with us mortals? I, Tang Lie, will not let you go even if I become a ghost." Hearing this, Dugu Bo also spoke: "Although I am not a good person, I am also a well-known figure. I am a guest of the royal family of Tiantou Empire, and I still have to save face. Even if I die, what does it matter? Kill me if you want. I will never frown."
The people on the platform looked cold, and obviously did not care about what the two said.
Following a command, two executioners struck Tang Lie and Dugu Bo in the necks, their heads torn apart instantly. Blood gushed forth, and they died instantly.
The audience watched the splattering blood and the flying heads, and cheers erupted in applause!
"Long live the Spirit Empire! Long live His Majesty!..."
The cry echoed through the heavens and earth, resonating for a long time.
At this moment, Emperor Bibi Dong rose, and so did the others around her. Clad in golden armor and a golden crown, her face a breathtaking beauty that captivated everyone.
A melodious voice, imbued with infinite magic, echoed throughout the army: "Soldiers of the Spirit Empire, for the great cause of our Spirit Empire, all of you fight with all your might."
Then, a mighty horn blasted, signaling the start of the final war. Countless armies began their orderly march toward Xingluo City.
All the Titled Douluo present bowed to Bibi Dong and quickly flew to their respective military camps. They were the main force in this war and the backbone of each army, with Golden Crocodile Douluo serving as the army's Grand Commander and Chief Commander.
Shield Soldiers and Heavy Armored Soldiers marched in the forefront, each branch of the army interconnected and coordinated with each other.
On the Xingluo Empire side, the White Tiger Emperor and the Empress, fully armored, stood atop the city wall: "Soldiers of the Xingluo Empire, for the Xingluo Empire, for its people, for the glory of the Empire, kill these invaders."
At the command of the White Tiger Emperor, all the soldiers cheered: "Long live the Xingluo Empire, long live the White Tiger Emperor!..."
All the armies were mobilized, and the final decisive battle finally broke out.
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