Human Clan Defender-Chapter 360 -s 148-149 With Me Here, Unbreakable (Two in One, Ask for Monthly Votes)

Chapter 360: Chapters 148-149 With Me Here, Unbreakable (Two in One, Ask for Monthly Votes)

From Xing Yi, Shen Changqing finally gained a comprehensive understanding of the situation within Mountain-Breaking City’s jurisdiction.

When Xing Yi finished speaking, Shen Changqing slowly asked, "So you’re saying that in the past, although there were some Demon Evil activities within the Demon-Subduing Division’s jurisdiction, they weren’t particularly intense, and have only recently become frequent and active?"

"Precisely." Xing Yi nodded.

Shen Changqing found a stone stool and sat down, then gestured to the empty seat opposite him. "Steward Xing, no need to stand. Sit down and let’s talk."

"Thank you." Xing Yi sat down opposite him.

Once Xing Yi was seated, Shen Changqing continued, "Other than Mountain-Breaking City’s Demon-Subduing Division, have there been any movements in other parts of South Nether Prefecture?"

"Some time ago, Demon Evil movements had already become frequent within the jurisdictions of South Sea City and Baiyue City."

"So you mean the Demon Evil activities in South Sea City and Baiyue City predated those in Mountain-Breaking City?" Shen Changqing grasped a key point.

Xing Yi nodded in response.

At this, Shen Changqing fell into deep thought.

It was inevitable that the Demon Evil would take action. If he were in the Demon Evil Clan’s position, he wouldn’t miss such an excellent opportunity either. It had been a hard-won chance for the Myriad Buddhas Sect to rise, suppressing the Demon-Subduing Division’s flourishing power and inflicting heavy losses upon its forces. It would be truly strange if the Demon Evil didn’t seize this opportunity.

"There’s no doubt the Demon Evil Clan will take this opportunity to attack the Demon-Subduing Division. However, South Nether Prefecture’s terrain is vast. If the Demon Evil were to launch a full-scale offensive, the forces required would be immense. But if they were to eliminate us one by one, their losses would be significantly less."

Shen Changqing’s expression remained calm.

Hearing this, Xing Yi’s expression flickered. "Does Elder Shen think the Demon Evil Clan intends to strike one of the three Demon-Subduing Divisions?"

"If you were part of the Demon Evil Clan, would you choose to wage a full-scale war against South Nether Prefecture, or would you defeat them one by one?" Shen Changqing countered with a question.

When he finished speaking, Xing Yi nodded thoughtfully. "Indeed. Compared to waging a full-scale war against South Nether Prefecture, defeating them one by one would certainly maximize benefits. Moreover, the Myriad Buddhas Sect is currently in the ascendant, and its attitude is still unclear. If the Demon Evil Clan were to launch a full-scale attack on South Nether Prefecture now, it might provoke a backlash from the Myriad Buddhas Sect, which would be even more detrimental."

"The Myriad Buddhas Sect is currently opposed to the Demon-Subduing Division. But frankly, it hasn’t actually abandoned the Human Clan to side with the Demon Evil Clan. When it comes to dealing with the Demon Evil, the two factions have no need to fight to the death. However, from the fall of the Defender Envoy to the Demon-Subduing Division’s current heavy losses, reconciliation between the two factions is destined to be impossible. A single mountain cannot harbor two tigers. Great Qin has dominated the world for over three hundred years and will not tolerate any power within its territory that doesn’t submit to its control."

Shen Changqing said, "Defeating us one by one is inevitable. What we need to ascertain now is which Demon-Subduing Division is the Demon Evil Clan’s true target: our Mountain-Breaking City, South Sea City, or Baiyue City. If they make no move, then so be it. But once they prepare to attack, it will be with overwhelming force!"

Upon hearing this, Xing Yi’s heart grew heavy. Yes. If the Demon Evil refrained from attacking, all would be well, but once they did, the onslaught would certainly be significant. The recent assault on the Capital City demonstrated this clearly. Lesser Demon Evil, needless to say, were numerous. Even many Demon Evil of higher rank appeared. The Eternal Alliance Master, who had remained hidden for a long time, eventually took action personally. Fortunately, Dongfang Zhao’s strength was astounding; despite such an aggressive assault by the Demon Evil, he single-handedly repelled them all. However, the Demon Sealing Tower was also invaded by traitors, and a Great Demon sealed for a long time broke free. This showed that while the Demon Evil Clan might not seem like a major threat when inactive, their power is earth-shattering once they truly resolve to strike. Currently, the strengths of the three great Demon-Subduing Divisions in South Nether Prefecture are almost entirely exposed. If the Demon Evil Clan decides to attack, the forces they amass will surely be no weaker than the evident strength of these Demon-Subduing Divisions.

While Xing Yi was silent, Shen Changqing inquired about a few more things. After a while, he consolidated the information and noticed something amiss.

"So, to summarize, the Demon Evil first became significantly more active in Baiyue City and South Sea City, and only then in our Mountain-Breaking City?"

"Exactly." Xing Yi nodded, then, as if a thought struck him, he asked, "Elder Shen, are you suggesting..."

"If you were a member of the Demon Evil Clan, and had three major Demon-Subduing Divisions before you, what preparations would you make if you were to target one of them?"

"I would definitely act covertly, ensuring the other two Demon-Subduing Divisions wouldn’t notice." Xing Yi responded without hesitation.

Shen Changqing asked, "And if covert actions weren’t possible?"

"Then I’d use other means to tie them down, temporarily preventing them from disengaging..." As he spoke, Xing Yi abruptly paused, a look of shock dawning on his face. "Elder Shen, are you saying that the Demon Evil Clan is preparing to strike our Mountain-Breaking City, and the current situation in the other two Demon-Subduing Divisions is merely a smokescreen?"

He himself had only received this information recently, so he hadn’t had time for a deep analysis. Shen Changqing’s words now seemed to lift a layer of fog from his mind.

Shen Changqing pondered for a moment, then said, "This is merely my speculation. We can’t be one hundred percent certain for now. But assuming the Demon Evil Clan’s true target is indeed Mountain-Breaking City, they shouldn’t be intensifying their activities here at this time, as that would only heighten our vigilance."