Nine Yang Alchemy Emperor-Chapter 1043 - 1053: Strife for the Alliance Hierarch

Just as Chu Feng was growing extremely impatient, a powerful and overwhelming pressure enveloped the entire side hall. Everyone was trembling with fear, not daring to breathe heavily.

In a blur, several figures appeared.

The middle-aged man at the forefront had eyebrows like javelins, black and white hair, and the whole person was like an unsheathed sharp sword. His gaze seemed to pierce through people's hearts, seeing through everyone below inside and out.

"Is everyone here?" the leading middle-aged man asked, staring at the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu.

Since these people appeared, the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu had been extremely elated.

He had invited people from the Pure Yang Immortal Sect, who would naturally support him.

"Reporting to Master Luo, all the members on the invitation list are present." The Divine Emperor of Xuanwu was very proud because the Xuanwu Heavenly Kingdom used to be just a minor follower of the Azure Dragon Heavenly Kingdom. Its influence and prestige were at the lowest level.

Now, borrowing the powerful presence of the Pure Yang Immortal Sect, the Xuanwu Heavenly Kingdom had invited all the prominent figures of the Divine Martial Continent here.

And not a single one was absent.

This included the Emperors of the other Three Great Heavenly Kingdoms, all of whom had personally attended.

This made the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu feel very prestigious, his heart started to swell.

"Very well, since everyone is here, let's begin!" Master Luo nodded in satisfaction. He sat grandly on the Dragon Chair at the head, his sharp gaze sweeping across the crowd.

"I believe I don't need to introduce myself, as you all know my identity. With the Demons' massive invasion of the Divine Martial Continent, slaughtering humans, our Pure Yang Immortal Sect, though standing in an extraordinary position and not concerning with worldly affairs, cannot sit idly by in such a crisis affecting humanity."

"Cut the idle talk, now announcing the demon-resistant plan devised by our Sect Master. All the Empires and Heavenly Kingdoms of the Divine Martial Continent will form a Demon Hunting Alliance. Regardless of your country's armies or sect experts, all will come under the unified command and dispatch of the Demon Hunting Alliance."

Although it was said to be a discussion of strategies against the demons, Vice Sect Master Luo directly announced his plan as soon as he arrived.

There was no intent to negotiate at all.

"We in the Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country have no objection to the formation of a Demon Hunting Alliance. I just wonder who will take the position of Alliance Leader? And by whom will the specific battle plan be led and commanded?" The Vermilion Bird Emperor spoke ambitiously.

He couldn't help but ask on the spot.

"Our sect's suggestion is as follows: the Alliance Leader should be elected from among the Emperors of your Four Great Heavenly Kingdoms. The command of the strategic battle affairs will naturally be fully handled by the Alliance Leader." Master Luo, with an aloof posture, was not prepared to assume the role of Alliance Leader.

"With seniors like you present, which of the Emperors from our Four Great Heavenly Kingdoms is fit to be this Alliance Leader? In my view, Master Luo is most suitable to take on this role." The Vermilion Bird Emperor was making a strategic retreat. By currying favor with Master Luo first, he hoped to gain Master Luo's support in the upcoming selection for Alliance Leader.

No one here is a fool; though Master Luo would not take on the role of Alliance Leader, it was clear he intended to be the Supreme Alliance Leader.

In other words, whoever became the Alliance Leader, the final decision would certainly be set by Master Luo.

"Haha, rest assured, everyone, though I will not be the Alliance Leader, as long as the demons are not driven back, I will not withdraw, remaining on the scene throughout." Master Luo was clearly pleased by this flattery.

He laughed heartily in front of everyone.

The Divine Emperor of Xuanwu saw the Vermilion Bird Emperor stepping forward to compete with him for the Alliance Leader position, and immediately gave a knowing glance to an Emperor of one of the Empires.

That Monarch caught on, stood up, and saluted Master Luo with cupped hands.

Then his gaze swept over all the attendees present.

"During this human catastrophe, it was due to the efforts of the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu that we could invite the esteemed experts of the Pure Yang Immortal Sect. For the sake of humanity, the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu truly labored diligently, working to the point of exhaustion. In my view, the person best suited for the role of Alliance Leader must not only be highly respected but must also hold a strong sense of responsibility. No one is more suited for Alliance Leader than the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu."

With these words, the Monarch sat down.

"I support making the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu the Alliance Leader!" Another person stood up and voiced their support loudly.

These people were all pre-arranged supporters of the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu. By pushing him into the position of Alliance Leader, they, of course, stood to gain benefits.

When the time came, as long as the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu took good care of the armies or experts of their nations, they would find it worthwhile.

The Vermilion Bird Emperor was naturally unwilling to concede, and gave a knowing glance to the Monarchs of the Empire under his Vermilion Bird Heavenly Country. They immediately tried to push the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu out and themselves in.

As a result, the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu looked on, revealing a sly light in his eyes, his lips slightly moving.

What was said in whispers was unknown.

The two reached a private agreement.

The Vermilion Bird Emperor then called off his efforts, further instructing his subordinate Monarchs to fully support the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu.

In an instant, the reputation of the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu rose dramatically.

"Emperor Chu, do you not intend to vie for the position of Alliance Leader? If we let this old fox, the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu, become Alliance Leader, he will then command the armies and experts of our Divine Baihu Kingdom and the Great Chu Empire to serve as the vanguard and cannon fodder; for our two heavenly countries, this would indeed be extremely disadvantageous."

Though a woman, the White Tiger Emperor had an exceptionally keen mind.

She whispered to Chu Feng.

"As long as Emperor Chu wishes to vie for this Alliance Leader position, I will give my utmost support!" The White Tiger Emperor was very clever, knowing she could not outmaneuver the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu, but Chu Feng could.

When it comes to strength, which heavenly kingdom can rival the Great Chu Empire?

In the skill of military tactics, who surpasses both Emperor Chu and Great Chu's Marshal Wen Shu?

"Naturally, there must be a contest!" Chu Feng, before coming, thought that with the intervention of the Pure Yang Immortal Sect, there would be excellent strategies, rallying the top powers of the Divine Martial Continent to fight against the demons together.

Who knew, before the demon battle even began, humanity was already revealing its ugly side over the contest for the Alliance Leader position.

"I am Chu Feng, Monarch of the Great Chu Empire, and I nominate myself for Alliance Leader!" Chu Feng was equally bold, standing up directly to recommend himself for the Alliance Leader position.

The Divine Emperor of Xuanwu feared nothing more than Chu Feng competing with him for the position.

He thought that Chu Feng would be like the others, desirous of having both positions and praises.

Who knew, Chu Feng did not follow conventional norms at all.

"Since ancient times, the monarch of the world has been elected by the recommendation of various lords. Never has one heard of someone nominating themselves. You're too ambitious, young man; you absolutely cannot take on this Alliance Leader role."

Master Luo stared at Chu Feng coldly.

"How is recommending myself a sign of being overly ambitious? To be immodest, the person who knows Demons best should be me, Chu Feng. This united human resistance against demons is a grand endeavor for the benefit of all beings; it is humanity's last hope. Frankly, the Divine Emperor of Xuanwu's ambition surpasses mine a hundredfold. If he is elected as Alliance Leader, our Great Chu Empire will absolutely refuse to agree."

Chu Feng would not be intimidated by Master Luo. 𝑓𝑟𝑒𝘦𝓌𝑒𝑏𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝘭.𝒸𝘰𝑚

He argued his case rationally.