There is no nation without a home, and Yun Yiyi understood this perfectly. If the nation perishes, how can the home survive?
"Miss, we are willing to follow you!"
Many experts from the Yun family spoke in unison: "As people of the Dragon Country, how can we stand idly by? Behind us are our elders and compatriots. We must not let the enemy set foot here!"
Yun Yiyi smiled and strode towards the Dragon Country's stronghold.
Seeing more and more forces rushing to the aid of the Dragon Country's stronghold, other experts from the outer battlefield also joined in. They understood this clearly: if the Dragon Country fell, they would have no nation in the future, and how could they find their place in the world?
With the influx of many martial arts masters, the pressure on the Dragon Country's stronghold was reduced. However, under the combined might of several nations, they likely wouldn't be able to hold on for much longer.
After all, the experts from several major nations were not something the Dragon Country alone could resist.
Meanwhile, within the Shadow Organization, several elders sat cross-legged, their gazes fixed on the white-robed elder at the head. This person was none other than the leader of the Shadow Organization, Du Qianqiu.
"The alliance of the three nations this time is definitely well-prepared!" one elder said, cupping his fist. "Valley Master, do you have a plan?"
"Sitting back and watching the tigers fight, isn't that rather interesting?" Du Qianqiu smiled. "The Shadow Organization must not make any rash moves. Let them fight it out!"
"I heard that the Qingyun Sect has also joined the battle!" the elder continued. "In the Dragon Country's time of crisis, the Shadow Organization has not sent any experts to aid them. We might not be welcomed in the future."
"With numerous enemy nations lurking, and the Dragon Country on the verge of collapse, even if they have a chance to breathe, they wouldn't dare to offend the Shadow Organization," Du Qianqiu sneered. "They know this very well! The Shadow Organization has always maintained neutrality. Offending the Shadow Organization would not be a good thing."
"As expected, the Valley Master's analysis is thorough!" the elders cupped their fists. "However, if we do nothing, isn't it too boring!"
"If you are bored, you can go out for a stroll and take a look at the battlefield," Du Qianqiu smiled. "But one thing must be clear: maintain neutrality. Do not conflict with anyone. Reaping the benefits of others' struggles is the best outcome!"
The elder nodded slightly, unable to say more. They could see through Du Qianqiu's calculations.
However, while they were conversing, a figure arrived at the Shadow Organization.
"It's Elder Wuji!"
Du Qianqiu quickly cupped his fist. "Elder Wuji, what brings you here? Is there something important?"
"The three nations have joined forces and have already made their move," Elder Wuji stated directly. "If the Shadow Organization is willing to become an ally and send experts to reinforce them, the speed will be faster, and then the entire Dragon Country will fall into our hands!"
"So, Elder Wuji is here to persuade me to join your alliance?" Du Qianqiu smiled faintly. "This is likely not possible. The Sea Country and the Dragon Country have always had grievances. I can understand your actions against the Dragon Country. However, the Shadow Organization has no grievances with the Dragon Country, and I am also a person of the Dragon Country. How can I rashly make a move?"
"The Shadow Organization has always reaped the benefits of others' struggles!"
Elder Wuji smiled. "The reason the outer battlefield has gradually become stronger is thanks in no small part to Senior Du!"
"What does Elder Wuji mean by that?" Du Qianqiu smiled. "As a person of the Dragon Country, I should defend the Dragon Country's borders. It is already extremely difficult for us not to assist each other."
"You can't speak so righteously!" Elder Wuji smiled. "You must have been looking forward to this situation! Sitting back and watching the tigers fight, reaping the benefits of others' struggles – there's no such thing as a free lunch in this world."
"Elder Wuji, I don't understand what you're saying?" Du Qianqiu shrugged. "Am I not allowed to not act?"
"I am merely offering a kind reminder!"
Elder Wuji smiled. "How would I dare to threaten? After all, this is the business of the Shadow Organization!"
"Since that is the case, I shall not see you out!" Du Qianqiu smiled. "Your desire to annex the Dragon Country may not be as simple as you imagine!"
"You don't need to worry about that!"
Elder Wuji narrowed his eyes. He had come to the Shadow Organization this time to ask Du Qianqiu to take action, but he hadn't expected to be treated with such disdain. A chill ran down his spine.
After Elder Wuji left, the elder beside him said, "Valley Master, your words might have offended him! Will this be disadvantageous to us later?"
"Although the Sea Country is strong, they are hostile towards the Dragon Country, so they won't have the extra capacity to deal with us," Du Qianqiu said with a smile. "We can just sit back and watch the tigers fight; we don't need to worry about anything else."
The others nodded in agreement with his words. With the current animosity between the Sea Country and the Dragon Country, they likely wouldn't pay much attention to the Shadow Organization. Even if Elder Wuji was displeased, he could only suppress it.
Meanwhile, across the entire outer battlefield, all 36 strongholds of the Dragon Country were being invaded by numerous experts, causing endless turmoil. In the land of the outer battlefield, many nations were watching.
The allied three nations of the Sea Country were acting so aggressively against the Dragon Country, as if they were determined to win. If the Dragon Country fell, it would undoubtedly alter the power dynamics of many nations and cause endless ripples.
The Dragon Country was an ancient kingdom with boundless resources and heavenly treasures. This was precisely why it was coveted by other nations.
Within the Dragon Country, the populace was in a state of panic, looking towards the outer battlefield. The signal lights of the 36 strongholds in the outer battlefield were all lit, indicating that many powerful individuals were fighting valiantly within these strongholds.
In an instant, the people of the Dragon Country were filled with apprehension. Many began to pray, for if the 36 strongholds were breached, enemy experts would be able to march unimpeded into the heartland of the Dragon Country, and if that truly happened, the Dragon Country would surely fall.
At the Dragon Country's headquarters, Elder Shense's expression was grim. They had never expected the Sea Country to act so swiftly, directly uniting with other nations to attack the Dragon Country without any warning whatsoever.
"Elder, many elites have been dispatched!" Long Aotian said, cupping his fist. "They are about to rush to the outer battlefield!"
The elders exchanged glances, their expressions heavy. "Tell them to be extremely careful!"
"Rest assured, Elder. They are all well-trained and disciplined individuals," Long Aotian said, cupping his fist. "Currently, there are no more powerful individuals left in the Dragon Country. If not for the Qingyun Sect's reinforcement of the Dragon Country's strongholds, all 36 strongholds would have been destroyed long ago!"
Hearing this, the Fourth Elder frowned. "This matter caught us off guard. We cannot cause disarray. Ninth Elder, Eighth Elder, and Seventh Elder, the three of you will lead the troops to reinforce them. Remember, no mistakes can be made!"
"We obey your command!"
The three elders cupped their fists, their expressions growing even more somber.
"Let me go as well!" the Fifth Elder said. "The war is tense now. Any delay will cause significant trouble."
"That might not be appropriate!" the Fourth Elder shook his head. "If the Great Elder were here, we could all go to deal with it. However, with Elder Dan Dan and others in seclusion, we must guard the Dragon Country's homeland and ensure no incidents occur. This is our foundation!"
"But sending the three of them, they might not be able to hold the line!" the Fifth Elder frowned. "Although the headquarters is important, if the strongholds are lost, enemy experts will be able to march directly into the Dragon Country's heartland!"