Human Clan Defender-Chapter 404 -s 171 to 173 South Nether Prefecture Defender Envoy (Three-in-one Thanks to Alliance Hierarch ’Passing Without Thanks’ for the reward)_2

Chapter 404: Chapters 171 to 173 South Nether Prefecture Defender Envoy (Three-in-one Thanks to Alliance Hierarch ’Passing Without Thanks’ for the reward)_2

The injuries Ji Tianlu sustained from Shimohe had not yet fully healed.

Fu Lan said, "The Heaven Alliance’s intent to rebel is now clear as day. The fall of Baiyue City is just the beginning; their next targets will undoubtedly be South Sea City and Mountain-Breaking City. This matter must be addressed by Defender Ji as soon as possible. Otherwise, once the Heaven Alliance’s army arrives, I fear it will be challenging to deal with!"

Her words were spoken diplomatically.

In reality, in Fu Lan’s view, Mountain-Breaking City simply did not possess the strength to withstand the Heaven Alliance. If the Heaven Alliance’s army were to arrive, the fate of Mountain-Breaking City would be no better than that of Baiyue City. Even if Shen Changqing were in Mountain-Breaking City, it would be the same. Have we not seen three King Rank Defender Envoys join forces, only to be utterly defeated by Shimohe? Shen Changqing is, at most, equivalent to one King Rank Defender Envoy. Plus Ji Tianlu, who has not fully recovered from his injuries, how could they be a match for Shimohe?

Upon hearing this, Ji Tianlu did not respond but turned his head to look at Shen Changqing. "What are Elder Shen’s thoughts on Defender Fu’s words?"

"There’s no doubt about the Heaven Alliance’s rebellion," Shen Changqing paused, then continued, "Baiyue City has been taken, and the Heaven Alliance’s momentum is currently strong. They appear powerful, but in truth, the Alliance is merely strong on the outside but weak on the inside. The members of the Heaven Alliance are the various sects from the South Nether Prefecture. The strongest among these sects are at most at the Grandmaster Realm. Those who can truly reach Grandmaster Peak are very few. Thus, the strength of the Heaven Alliance does not lie in having united most of the South Nether Prefecture’s sects, but rather in that Great Sun Mahavairocana, Shimohe. If we can undermine the invincible stance Shimohe has established, then the Heaven Alliance will pose no threat."

After he finished speaking, and before Ji Tianlu could respond, Fu Lan interjected, "Elder Shen’s words are certainly not wrong, but the problem lies in who can contend with Shimohe. Although he hasn’t been active for long, his few recorded achievements are immensely shocking. Within the Demon-Subduing Division, unless a powerful figure from the Capital City steps forward, there is hardly any chance of dealing with Shimohe."

She had heard quite a lot about Shen Changqing’s deeds. His talent could be considered the strongest since the founding of the Demon-Subduing Division. It was precisely because of this, in Fu Lan’s view, that it was inevitable he would be somewhat proud and arrogant. Astounding talents naturally possess their own pride; that’s normal. But in the face of a powerhouse like Shimohe, mere pride would be useless and could even backfire. If Mountain-Breaking City were truly careless and consequently fell to the Heaven Alliance, then South Nether Prefecture would become the Heaven Alliance’s domain.

Out of consideration for Shen Changqing’s dignity, Fu Lan spoke more tactfully.

Regarding this, Shen Changqing merely smiled faintly.

Ji Tianlu nodded in agreement. "Elder Shen has a point. The Heaven Alliance seems ferocious, but in reality, it is strong on the outside but weak inside, and its success or failure entirely depends on Shimohe. Speaking of which, Elder Shen has also broken through the limits to reach the Great Grandmaster realm. As a fellow Great Grandmaster, I wonder if you have any assurance against Shimohe?"

His demeanor was quite serious. 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

Since the battle of Mountain-Breaking City, Ji Tianlu had accepted a fact. That was, in terms of strength, he was not Shen Changqing’s match. In his view, if anyone in South Nether Prefecture had a chance against Shimohe, it would be Shen Changqing. The rest didn’t stand a chance. That included even himself and Yun Venerable.

Shen Changqing’s expression was calm. "Shimohe is a powerhouse from eight hundred years ago. His breakthrough into the Great Grandmaster realm occurred much earlier than mine, and his foundation is unfathomably deep. Without a true confrontation, I cannot be too certain. But there is one thing that is for sure. Even if I cannot overcome him, he definitely cannot overcome me."

"Elder Shen..." Fu Lan was just about to say something.

But before she could speak, she was interrupted by Ji Tianlu’s voice. "If Elder Shen is so confident, then that’s enough!"

Judging by his expression, he was clearly greatly relieved. Looking at Xun Qu’s and Xing Yi’s expressions, they appeared nearly the same.

Seeing this, Fu Lan found it preposterous. Shimohe’s strength was evident to all; she wondered if Ji Tianlu and the others had been blinded by anger, to actually believe Shen Changqing could contend with Shimohe. Instinctively, Fu Lan wanted to speak up and stop them. But then, after some thought, she ultimately decided to hold her tongue. Even though she was also a Defender Envoy, she ultimately belonged to Baiyue City, not Mountain-Breaking City. Furthermore, Ji Tianlu, as the Dominator, had agreed with Shen Changqing’s statement. If she were to say anything more, it would only annoy them.

Therefore, Fu Lan simply kept silent.

Shen Changqing looked towards Du’er and Xing Yi. "Has the Heavenly Inspection Guard received any news about the Heaven Alliance?"

No sooner had his words ended than Xing Yi stepped forward with a salute. "The Heavenly Inspection Guard has been continuously tracking the Heaven Alliance’s movements. Based on their actions, it seems their intention is to form an offensive line, thereby aiming to dismantle South Nether Prefecture’s resistance. Baiyue City was the first to be struck because it is the most forward. Next, South Sea City is in the middle position, while my Mountain-Breaking City is the last. If I am not mistaken, the Heaven Alliance’s next target should be South Sea City. If they bypass South Sea City and directly attack Mountain-Breaking City, they risk being caught in a pincer attack, which would put them in a passive situation."