Seizing Destiny From Heavens Hands-Chapter 479: Spreading Rumors and Attempting to Subvert the Outpost Shall Be Punished According to Fortress Law

Chapter 479: Spreading Rumors and Attempting to Subvert the Outpost Shall Be Punished According to Fortress Law

Zhong Baisheng flicked his finger lightly, injecting a wisp of blood energy into the map.

Outside every outpost, red dots representing enemies immediately appeared.

In the vaster darkness beyond, even more red dots surged forth like a tidal wave.

A heart-shaking sense of pressure filled the air.

Zhong Baisheng spoke calmly, “Thanks to our routine patrols and purges, there aren’t many demon clan settlements nearby. So this time, the demons surrounding our outpost consist of only two Peak True Demon Lords and around a million lesser demons.”

“With the strength of the four of us, it’s more than enough to wipe them out.”

Then he changed the subject. “However… just now, I’ve been in touch with the other outposts. They’ve all been surrounded by demons as well.”

“But it’s only a siege. There’s been no attack. It’s as if they’re waiting for something.”

Zhong Baisheng said in a low voice, “The demons have been dormant for a long time. Now, suddenly, they’ve launched this wave of rage like a storm. They must have come prepared.”

“If any of you have thoughts, feel free to share.”

Ning Tianying said with concern, “I worry that a Great Demon Lord might appear.”

“If a Great Demon Lord takes action personally, we’ll be hard-pressed to resist.”

Xiong Yuanshan followed up, “Also, I think we need to pay attention to the third-layer outpost, especially the passage connecting the third and fourth layers.”

“If that passage is seized by the demons, we’ll be like an island adrift at sea, eventually drowned by the tide.”

Wang Xing’an waved his hand broadly. “Don’t worry. I frequently contact the third-layer outpost. It’s difficult for demons to form settlements there. Even if a Great Demon Lord gave the order, there’s no way to gather a million lesser demons there.”

The people in the hall were somewhat reassured.

Shen Mo remained silent throughout.

This assault from the demon clan was one unseen for a thousand years.

With the cunning of a Great Demon Lord, there’s no way they wouldn’t target the Demon Suppression Guards’ rear lines.

It’s just that the Demon Suppression Guards hadn’t detected it yet.

That day was bound to come eventually.

However, based on the life panels, it seemed fortress lords like Zhang Longxiang weren’t entirely unaware of this.

They were simply playing along with the enemy’s schemes.

Moments later, Shen Mo and the others reached a consensus.

Night patrols at the outposts would be strengthened.

Pill supplies for every Demon Suppression Guard would be increased.

Communication with neighboring outposts would be ensured, especially with the third-layer outpost.

What surprised the Demon Suppression Guards was—

The demons that had rushed over from the depths of the fourth layer only camped at a distance, watching the outpost from afar.

Many True Demon Lords flew through the sky, spreading demonic energy, but they did not act rashly.

It seemed as though they were still waiting for something.

Such a massive army pressing at their gates kept the Demon Suppression Guards in a constant state of high alert and anxiety.

Their minds grew abnormally fatigued.

Even so, they forced themselves to stay sharp and watch the demons’ movements closely.

Fearing that at any moment, a sudden attack would be launched.

But such days did not last long.

Three days later, a disastrous piece of news arrived.

The largest outpost on the third layer—jointly guarded by the Blood God Fortress and Howling Moon Fortress—known as the “Blood Moon Outpost,” had fallen the previous night!

The formation protecting Blood Moon Outpost was a top-grade Heaven-rank formation called the [Ten Thousand Beasts Blood-Transforming Leviathan Array].

Activating it required not only an enormous amount of top-grade spirit stones, but also vast quantities of demon beast blood.

Normally, the array only ran at ten percent of its full power.

At full strength, it could condense a blood-energy leviathan, capable of holding off a Great Demon Lord for at least half an hour.

That amount of time would be enough for a cultivator in the Manifestation Realm to arrive and drive the Great Demon Lord away.

Yet even such an impregnable outpost still fell.

Several Demon Suppression Guards inside had been parasitized by demons. They self-destructed at the formation’s core, destroying the [Ten Thousand Beasts Blood-Transforming Leviathan Array].

The Fifth Great Demon Lord, An Wuyue, acted personally. Using his authority, he spread thick mist and completely enveloped the Blood Moon Outpost.

Once the mist dispersed, every single Demon Suppression Guard within had perished.

Not a single wound could be seen on their bodies. They died with eyes wide open in rage.

Thus, the Blood Moon Outpost—this massive third-layer outpost, almost a miniature fortress—was lost.

Even more fatal was that right beside Blood Moon Outpost lay the passage connecting the third and fourth layers.

Its fall meant the passage was now in demon hands!

From this point on, establishing communication between the Demon Suppression Fortress and the outposts on the fourth layer would be nearly impossible.

As time passed, the Demon Suppression Guards stationed at the outposts would exhaust their resources.

Eventually, rebellion would erupt.

Not everyone possesses a strong will or can hold out until the end.

To survive, many are willing to abandon their humanity, revere the demons, and become demonized humans—so-called demonfolk.

Wang Xing’an would travel to the third layer once every two days.

When he brought this news back, Zhong Baisheng, Feng Cang, and the others felt an unbearable weight in their hearts.

The Blood Moon Outpost had fallen.

What would become of the outposts on the fourth layer?

Outside, a Peak True Demon Lord’s voice rang out loudly.

“The Blood Moon Outpost has fallen!”

“The passage between the third and fourth layers now belongs to the demon clan!”

“For five days, we will not attack! You will come to understand your situation!”

“All Demon Suppression Guards within the outpost—surrender and you will not be killed!”

Zhong Baisheng and the others felt their hearts sink.

If this news weren’t revealed, it might be manageable.

But once it was said aloud, it would inevitably stir panic within the ranks of the Demon Suppression Guards, severely damaging morale.

Sure enough, when Zhong Baisheng, Feng Cang, and Wang Xing’an stepped out of the hall, they saw many Demon Suppression Guards whispering among themselves.

Their hearts were filled with doubt.

Some were even saying that all the Demon Suppression Guards on the fourth layer were going to be abandoned.

This further stirred unrest.

As soon as the four commanders emerged, all the Demon Suppression Guards turned to look at them.

“Commander Zhong, is what the demon said true?” One of the guards couldn’t help but ask.

Zhong Baisheng remained silent.

Even if he lied to them now, within a few days—once the outpost’s resources ran dry—the Demon Suppression Guards would learn the truth.

At that time, no one could predict what enraged soldiers might do.

Zhong Baisheng took a deep breath and was about to speak.

But Shen Mo stepped forward and said with authority, “Ning Tianying, Xiong Yuanshan!”

“Here!” The two were stunned but immediately stepped forward.

In their memory, Shen Mo had never commanded them this way.

“When facing a great enemy, unity is more important than ever.”

“Anyone who spreads rumors and tries to subvert the outpost—according to fortress law—shall be executed!”

Ning Tianying and Xiong Yuanshan immediately nodded. “Yes!”

They led their subordinates into the ranks of the Demon Suppression Guards.

Very quickly, those who had been spreading rumors were captured.

Seeing Shen Mo respond so decisively, Zhong Baisheng couldn’t help but feel relieved.

At a time this severe, strict enforcement was necessary.

Shen Mo’s actions were exactly right.

Shen Mo nodded at Zhong Baisheng, then looked around and spoke loudly, “Everyone, even though the Blood Moon Outpost has fallen, it is merely a temporary setback.”

“The demons’ words are deceitful and must not be trusted.”

“We on the fourth layer have so many Demon Suppression Guards who have shed sweat and blood for the fortress.”

“General Zhang will never abandon us! The human race will not abandon us!”

Wang Xing’an said solemnly, “Let me add this—Commander Shen has already been named as the next fortress lord of the Xuanwu Fortress.”

“With Commander Shen still here, there’s no way General Zhang won’t come.”

“Moreover, with the four of us together, those two Peak True Demon Lords are not our match.”

“Everyone, return to your posts. As long as we stand united, the demon clan cannot break through our outpost.”

After this, everyone began speaking up.

“That’s right. With Commander Shen’s talent and capability, there’s no way he’d be abandoned. General Zhang will definitely come to rescue him. And if he’s not abandoned, then neither are we.”

“I heard that Tang Shenting from Azure Dragon Fortress and Shi Mie from Blood God Fortress are also stationed on the fourth layer now. Tang Jinglong and General Shi Tian of the beastfolk wouldn’t abandon them either!”

“Exactly, we can’t give up on ourselves. We must stay united!”

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