The Northern County Princess looked at Lu Fan, feeling a sense of shock. She hadn't expected him to become so powerful after years apart. She recalled that when they had previously gone to the imperial capital, Lu Fan's strength was not much higher than hers.
"Marshal, the people of the Hell Dynasty are too arrogant. We cannot let this matter rest!" Several generals from Jiuzhou City cupped their fists. "We are willing to go to the territory of the Hell Dynasty and seize the Hell Marshal's banner!"
"We are also willing to go!" Others stepped forward, fearless of death.
"With you all, the Heavenly Court will surely defeat hell!" Lu Fan nodded with satisfaction. With such courage from the people of the Heavenly Court Dynasty, how could they be defeated by hell?
Meanwhile, within the Hell Dynasty's ranks, the Five Ghosts of Hell were heavily wounded, their expressions grim. "It is our incompetence. We beg for Lord Wuchang's punishment!" The Five Ghosts knelt on the ground, their eyes filled with fear.
Inside the Hell Dynasty's camp, there was only a coffin. The Five Ghosts knelt before it, daring not to show any disrespect. Suddenly, the coffin lying there stirred. Two figures, emanating a sharp aura, floated out from within. One black and one white, they appeared before the Five Ghosts, casting an eerie atmosphere around them.
"You failed in your duties and dare to still be alive!" Hei Wuchang's voice rang out, filled with killing intent. Within the Hell Dynasty, Hei and Bai Wuchang held noble status and possessed immense power. These Five Ghosts were naturally insignificant in their eyes.
"We beg for your forgiveness, adults. Grant us another chance, and we will surely reclaim the Heavenly Court Dynasty's Marshal's banner!" The Five Ghosts quickly clasped their fists, their expressions grave and even fearful. They knew well that if they failed this task, their lives might be forfeit.
"Failure is not worthy of life!" A hoarse voice echoed, and blood splattered within the camp. The Five Ghosts met their demise. The people of the Hell Dynasty were filled with dread, looking at Hei and Bai Wuchang, they all knelt down, daring not to overstep.
"Greetings, Lord Wuchang!"
"Greetings, Lord Wuchang!"
"Greetings, Lord Wuchang!"
The shouts continued, but Hei and Bai Wuchang paid them no mind. As vanguards of the Hell Dynasty, they were determined to lead the charge. If they could not capture the Jiuzhou City Marshal's banner, how could they report to their superiors?
"Go to Jiuzhou City and seize the Marshal's banner!" Hei and Bai Wuchang's voices were cold. The people of the Hell Dynasty nodded in agreement, their resolve as firm as death. Now that they were about to act, they held a determination to die, which seemed to be their duty.
Within Jiuzhou City, the Yunhai City Lord, seeing the situation was amiss, hurried to Lu Fan. "Marshal, the vanguard of the Hell Dynasty has already made their move. Should we dispatch other guards to protect Jiuzhou City!"
"Jiuzhou City's forces are weak, but I am here to oversee it!" Lu Fan shrugged. "So there is no major issue, and you need not worry too much!" The Yunhai City Lord nodded, his expression still solemn. He understood this point very well. If Jiuzhou City fell, it would undoubtedly be a severe blow to the Heavenly Court Dynasty.
In an instant, numerous soldiers of the Hell Dynasty surged towards Jiuzhou City like a tide, leaving a trail of blood wherever they went. The people of the Heavenly Court Dynasty did not evade. Their eyes were filled with unwavering resolve. If the Hell Dynasty charged towards Jiuzhou City, they would have to trample over their corpses. They had never hesitated about this.
Lu Fan looked at the tragic scene before him, his expression turning cold. He then said to Xue Long, "Protect the Marshal's banner!" Having said that, Lu Fan's figure suddenly charged into the fray, clashing with the many generals. As the Marshal, his participation alongside the generals in repelling the enemy would have a significant effect. Lu Fan had never doubted this.
"Marshal!" The Xue Long eunuch frowned slightly, his expression growing more serious. He hadn't expected Lu Fan to be so direct. "Will he be alright?" The Northern County Princess frowned. "If something happens to the Marshal, the entire battle situation might be reversed!"
"Don't worry, there shouldn't be any problem!" The Xue Long eunuch chuckled lightly, having considerable confidence in Lu Fan's strength, otherwise, he wouldn't have spoken like this. The Northern County Princess nodded. Although she was full of worry, at this point, there was nothing else they could do.
"Everyone, follow me and kill the enemy!" The Northern County Princess shouted, and her figure also plunged into the enemy ranks. To alleviate pressure on other strongholds, Jiuzhou City's defenses were the weakest, thus their pressure was immense.
"When do we take the Marshal's banner?" Bai Wuchang's voice rang out as he looked towards Hei Wuchang. "The Marshal's banner is important, but if we can capture the Heavenly Court Dynasty's Marshal, it will be a great contribution to us!" Hei Wuchang let out a cold laugh, his gaze fixed on Lu Fan's location. They were both veteran generals of the Hell Dynasty, with extraordinary strength.
"Since that is the case, let us act and capture the Heavenly Court Dynasty's Marshal!" Bai Wuchang immediately burst into laughter. He could clearly sense that Lu Fan was merely a Martial Emperor, not even having reached the Immortal Emperor realm. This made them even more perplexed. How could such a person become a Marshal? Did it mean the Heavenly Court Dynasty had no capable individuals left?
"Marshal, be careful!" Hei and Bai Wuchang made their move. The Yunhai City Lord shouted, his voice filled with concern. He could clearly sense that these two were targeting Lu Fan. In the blink of an eye, Hei and Bai Wuchang appeared before Lu Fan, a smile on their lips. "You are the Marshal of the Heavenly Court Dynasty? You look like nothing special!"
"The Black and White Impermanence of the Hell Dynasty!" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "You have quite the audacity to appear before me like this!"
"Who do you think you are!" Hei Wuchang sneered. "You haven't even reached the Immortal Emperor realm. Could it be that the Heavenly Court is devoid of talent, and they sent you to fill the ranks!" Lu Fan's lips curved slightly upward. He didn't take it seriously at all, finding it rather amusing. Hei and Bai Wuchang dared to act this way only because they saw his low cultivation. For him, this was also a great opportunity.
"Senior Xue Long, guard the Marshal's banner. I will handle these two!" Lu Fan's lips curved upward, his eyes sharp, as if nothing in the world mattered to him. Xue Long nodded slightly. Although Hei and Bai Wuchang were at the Half-step Immortal Emperor realm, Lu Fan would not be in danger. After all, Lu Fan's true combat strength was such that even an Immortal Emperor realm expert might not be able to do anything to him. More importantly, Lu Fan possessed the Linglong Treasure Pagoda, making his strength extraordinary.
"Capture him, and we will have achieved great merit!" Hei Wuchang let out a cold laugh, transforming into a black mist and vanishing from his spot. When he reappeared, he was already in front of Lu Fan, his fist striking towards Lu Fan with immense power.
Boom... With this booming sound, Hei Wuchang's figure was violently sent flying, blood seeping from the corner of his mouth. He could never have imagined that Lu Fan could repel him.