Longevity: Starting from Refining Gu-Chapter 454 - 263: Winds Rise, Fires Gather, Great Disaster Looms, Everyone Scatters

This battle severely damaged the forces of the Ancient Prince faction of Da Yan who protected Ji Dang, and the younger generation of the Dragon Palace was completely wiped out.

Many small and medium-sized forces, as well as a large number of factions like the Taiping Sect and the Yin Yang Sect’s Evil Cultivators, suffered heavy losses.

There were the northern wolf clans and the southern Demon Clan.

However, the forces that did not suffer much include the Wugen Sect supporting the current Emperor Donghua and the disciples of Wugen Sect under Cao Guanxiu.

The Immortal Court and the Heavenly Master Mansion had sent some disciples, but not many.

That is to say, the Da Yan under the initiative of Emperor Donghua, who actively started this war by awakening Ji Dang, did not suffer significant damage.

On the contrary, the millennia-old Immortal families, who always contradicted Emperor Donghua, suffered devastating losses.

Just like them, the Dragon Palace saw an extinction of its brilliant young generation, and no one within the clan could step into the Ghost Face Realm again.

Though defeated, Emperor Donghua consolidated his rule.

As for the Heavenly Master Mansion and the Immortal Court, those who could leave had already silently departed.

In the Da Yan Alliance Army, the Great Sects had only the Dragon Palace severely damaged.

At this point, Ting Yun clearly understood the situation; the Dragon Palace had been used by these three Great Sects!

If victorious, everyone shares the spoils brought by the new king, with Da Yan leading and little share for the Dragon Palace.

If defeated, the feast of the Dragon Palace awaits them.

The Dragon Palace summoned powerful Sea Clan demons, all of whom died in battle, undoubtedly breeding resentment in their hearts.

The prestige of the Dragon Palace diminished further; it could only rely on Da Yan, the Immortal Court, and the Heavenly Master Mansion to maintain its rule over the North Sea and intimidate the mighty Sea Clan demons.

This required the Dragon Palace to make significant concessions to Da Yan, the Immortal Court, and the Heavenly Master Mansion.

Sitting in his room, Ting Yun couldn’t help but think: the Ao Family indeed ruined the foundation of the Dragon Palace, just as Ying Shenji said!

Being a being worthy of preservation, Ting Yun had already predicted the next events.

That would be Nanli with Chen Qing at the forefront, extending their hands into the dragon race to gradually interfere in the internal affairs of the dragons.

On Da Yan’s side, Li Chonghuan wouldn’t miss this opportunity either.

However, in Ting Yun’s view, Chen Qing, who seized control of the Death Realm, would hold the absolute advantage.

The future scenario likely involves the disciples of the dragon race needing Chen Qing’s approval to advance to the Mystic Gate Realm.

Meaning, the younger generation of the Dragon Palace would likely be followers of the Lord Wen of Nanli.

Chen Qing might be wary of Da Yan, the Immortal Court, and the Heavenly Master Mansion.

Yet, Chen Qing, supported by the three Great Sects, would certainly not spare the Dragon Palace.

It’s not Ting Yun’s fault to respect the future Prince Wen if the Ao Family is incompetent!

Ting Yun successfully convinced himself.

The next day at the council, Yan Xingchen, after presenting his respects, said: "Your majesty, Nanli’s Taiyi’s massive army is only a few hundred miles from our royal Dragon City, and it could arrive at any time!"

Ying Shenji, with her sharp gaze scanning the surroundings, seated high above as the new king of the Dragon Palace, was completely unaware that many of her generals, under the awe of Chen Qing’s reputation, had their own cunning plans.

Now, Chen Qing was feared by all.

Wherever he went, he hardly encountered any strong resistance.

Only Ting Yun slightly resisted for a while.

"What solutions do my dear subjects have?"

Ting Yun took a deep breath and stepped forward, "Reporting to my king! The Immortal Court Divine Son has already sent a message to me!"

Ying Shenji rejoiced, "Speak quickly, what is it?"

Ting Yun said, "The Immortal Court Divine Son congratulated his majesty on his ascension and brought news."

"He recently pretended to leave the Death Realm, which was to mislead Taiyi!"

"Now, he has taken a detour from the northwest to Taiyi’s rear, lying in ambush near Dragon City!"

"As long as his majesty raises the royal flag and summons the allied forces to strike Taiyi hard, our army, holding Dragon City, can advance or retreat. Once Nanli’s army shows signs of defeat, Li Chonghuan will strike out, and our army will surely triumph!"

Daoist Shasheng objected, "This isn’t wise; Taiyi has such authority over the Death Realm, everyone fears him, he must have real skills. Fighting him in the field, fighting the Dragon Cavalry in the field, isn’t it the same as seeking death?"

Ting Yun shouted, "It seems you have been frightened by Taiyi’s mere reputation!"

"Among the generals of the Da Yan Alliance Army, only I have ever stopped Taiyi’s advance!"

"If you dare not go, I will be the vanguard!"

Ying Shenji scolded, "How can you boost others’ morale and destroy your own prestige!"

"However, Li Chonghuan is unpredictable in his actions and cannot be fully trusted."

Ting Yun glared at Daoist Shasheng and said, "If Li Chonghuan knew our army is full of such stupid, cowardly people, he definitely wouldn’t extend a helping hand!"

"Defeated before the battle, how could Li Chonghuan be willing to assist us?"

"He’s taking a risk coming to the enemy’s rear, only to find us possessing such a stable base in Dragon City, completely afraid to attack; he must be very disappointed, and it could really make him reconsider his involvement!"

Daoist Shasheng knelt toward Ying Shenji, "Please, your majesty, make a decision!"

Ting Yun also knelt down and said, "If his majesty wishes to go into battle, this general is willing to be the vanguard!"

Ying Shenji glanced sideways at Yan Xingchen, only to find him staying silent, focusing inward.

After much thought, Ying Shenji finally said, "According to my guess, Li Chonghuan probably wants to sit back and watch the tigers fight; if there’s a chance we could win, he will definitely reach out."

"But if we shrink back within the city, scared by Taiyi, then he will definitely be thoroughly disappointed in us."