"Da Qin's move is indeed a good way to win people's hearts!"
Outside, some people scoffed, believing Da Qin's actions were self-serving.
"Speaking of which, humans who have not yet appeared in the world are quite adept at playing games. Look at Da Qin, this move will surely make many humans submit to them."
"Perhaps they will then complain and seek sympathy."
"Hmph! Da Qin, with only one late-stage Emperor, dares to try and gain popular support and gather luck. They are too impatient with this move!"
Some sneered, recalling the previous actions of the Desolate Hall, which backfired and had the opposite effect.
"Heh heh, it's not necessarily so. The humans of this era already feel a sense of closeness to Da Qin. Now that Da Qin is doing this, perhaps there will be unexpected gains."
Many people outside criticized Da Qin's actions, but they only discussed it in private, not daring to make it public. After all, everyone's emotions were already stirred by the content on Da Qin's official website. If anyone expressed dissent, they would surely be attacked by the masses.
However, contrary to everyone's expectations, Da Qin's official website continued to broadcast information about the sacrificed warriors without any other actions.
Countless people were paying attention to Da Qin's official website, especially the people of Da Qin. They hoped Da Qin would say something at this time. Even if they were to call on people scattered across various locations to return to Da Qin, many would likely be willing.
But Da Qin's official website remained inactive until the next day, when it finally changed.
A live broadcast appeared on the website, and it wasn't limited to that. On this day, all video websites and television channels were broadcasting the same image.
In the picture, the capital was solemn and draped in black and white. On the square of the Qin Palace, countless warriors and civilians, with white armbands, waited in silence.
On the city walls of the Qin Palace, the Qin Lord, dressed in black with a white armband, stood solemnly.
In the distance, a seemingly endless procession was slowly approaching, clad in white mourning clothes, holding portraits or urns.
Some of the sacrificed warriors had their remains, but more did not. Only their photos from when they were alive were present.
"Send off the heroes!!!"
The Qin Lord shouted, his eyes slightly red, tears welling up.
"Send off the heroes!!!"
Tens of thousands of people on the Qin Palace square roared in unison, as gun salutes echoed.
Solemn music filled the entire square.
The white procession slowly walked across the square. Leading the way was Li Xiaotian, holding Long Yi's portrait.
Long Yi was an orphan, never married, and had no descendants.
In this world, the closest people to Long Yi were his brothers in the Dragon King Hall, like Li Xiaotian.
"Big Brother, I've already thought about it. When our Dragon King Hall is established in the war zone and we have more War Gods, I'll retire, find a secluded mountain village, marry a good girl, and live a peaceful life."
"Big Brother, this batch of new recruits is a bit arrogant. Our Dragon King Hall can't have people like this. So, you focus on improving your strength, and I'll handle these small matters. Since these people have joined our Dragon King Hall, I guarantee I'll fix their bad habits!"
"Big Brother, heh heh, I really envy you. You've muddled through and gained a daughter. She's really adorable every day. Sigh, I don't even have a wife. I really wish Heaven would skip my single status and just give me a daughter directly."
Memories of Long Yi flashed through Li Xiaotian's mind, causing him immense pain, as if being pricked by needles.
Long Yi was the first to follow him, fighting all over the war zone, risking their lives together. In the end, he couldn't enjoy good days before dying in battle. This filled Li Xiaotian with guilt and regret.
"Big Brother, let me send off Brother Long Yi. When I first joined the hall, I was just a young kid. Brother Long Yi taught me martial arts and how to survive in the war zone!"
Long Fifteen followed behind Li Xiaotian, tears streaming down his face. A man's tears are not shed lightly, but when emotions run deep, all pretense is forgotten.
Li Xiaotian looked at Long Fifteen, nodded, handed him Long Yi's portrait, and said.
"Our brothers are all gone, only we are left. I want you all, no matter what happens, never to die! Even if you can't win, even if you are captured, never take your own life. Wait for me to save you!"
"Okay!" Long Fifteen nodded, wanting to say something to comfort Li Xiaotian, as he understood that Li Xiaotian was suffering more than anyone at this moment. But he opened his mouth and found no words.
"Long Yi, my good brother, travel slowly on your journey. Wait for me to kill all the people of the Sixteen Sects and accompany you on your way!"
Li Xiaotian shouted, his eyes filled with murderous intent. He had to destroy the Sixteen Sects!
"Long Yi, can you hear me? One day, Big Brother will lead us to kill all the bastards of the Sixteen Sects, so you won't be alone on your journey!"
Long Fifteen also shouted, his eyes red.
"Brother Long Yi, your death will not be in vain. I will build a tomb for you with the skulls of the Sixteen Sects. They will atone for their sins even after death!"
Kong Wenbin gritted his teeth and spoke. His dominance had returned, and he had even benefited from misfortune, now possessing the strength of a mid-stage Emperor. If Li Xiaotian hadn't been in a coma, he would have gone out alone to hunt the Sixteen Sects long ago.
The reason Long Yi self-destructed had a lot to do with him.
As if a fuse had been lit, many people in the crowd shouted, calling out the names of their fallen comrades.
"Wang Er, watch me from above. I'll kill at least ten people from the Sixteen Sects as your escort! You won't die in vain!"
"Liu Ke, you little brat, you've become a great hero. Our Qin Lord is holding a state funeral for you, hahaha, you can rest in peace!"
"Chen Sansheng, do you see? Our Da Qin is powerful now, with over a dozen Emperor-level experts. We no longer need suicide squads when fighting enemies!"
"Qi Xiaodong, brother, are you doing well over there? After you left, I've been through three major battles and killed thirteen enemies!"
"Zhang Haibo, your family has been found, and they are all safe. Your son said that his father is a great hero, and he will join the army in the future!"
On the square, countless people were shouting, expressing their emotions. Some wept, reminiscing about the past, while others, with flushed faces, roared, vowing revenge for their comrades.
Those watching the scene through the live broadcast couldn't help but shiver. Especially the people of the Sixteen Sects, even the Emperor-level experts, felt an inexplicable chill down their spines.
The fanatical attitude of these people from Da Qin made them somewhat fearful.
"The heroes have sacrificed for Da Qin, and Da Qin is eternally grateful!"
The Qin Lord shouted, then bowed slightly and called out.
"Send off our heroes!"
"Send off the heroes!"