"You're welcome? I'd like to see what methods Fusang has to offer for rudeness!"
"A mere dot on the map, what can they possibly do?"
"Baka, you are mocking us, mocking Fusang!"
"Honestly, we're about to die laughing. Even if we're not the best, aren't we still better than Great Xia relying on a demon?"
"To rely on a demon as a human, to cooperate with a demon, and only then to have a chance to turn the tide. If this story got out, people would laugh their heads off."
"Damn it, how dare you insult Great Xia's Guardian Beast!"
"Um... now is the time of spiritual resurgence, I think we should refrain from hurling insults. Moreover, Great Xia's side represents their faith for five thousand years. We shouldn't speak of this matter in such a way."
"And what Great Xia people said is indeed true. I watched the entire live broadcast of that monster, and it's quite strong."
"Baka, there's a traitor here!!"
...
On the foreign media platforms, as more and more people joined the fray, the incident became known to netizens worldwide.
The matter eventually escalated into a confrontation between nations.
Seeing the arguments intensify, the spokesperson for Fusang stepped forward.
He vehemently condemned the inaction of Great Xia citizens online.
At the same time, he subtly and overtly ridiculed Great Xia's alliance with demons, suggesting it stood in opposition to humanity.
This naturally caused another international uproar.
Great Xia, however, did not back down and fiercely retorted.
At this very moment!
Bai Feng, recuperating in the hospital, listened as his subordinate reported on the international situation.
His eyes were filled with a chilling coldness.
This wasn't the first time such a thing had happened.
Ever since Ao Yuan appeared in Great Xia, many countries had been targeting Great Xia, both openly and covertly.
This targeting reached its peak after Great Xia announced its alliance with certain demons.
Countries largely disagreed with Great Xia's actions, believing that there should be a conflict between humans and demons!
"Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!"
Taking a few deep breaths, and upon learning that Great Xia had already responded, Bai Feng changed the subject. "Where is the current location of that monster?"
To him, the verbal sparring with Fusang was a minor issue.
The most important thing was the safety of Great Xia's citizens.
"It has currently exited Great Xia's borders."
"That's good." Bai Feng breathed a sigh of relief.
"And the entrance to the small world in Shen Province, is it under control?"
"It has been brought under control. Currently, the Myriad Alliance and the Great Xia military have jointly stationed forces there."
"As long as any monster emerges from there, we will take immediate measures to exterminate it!"
"Excellent!"
Hearing his subordinate's report, Bai Feng smiled and nodded.
"Minister Bai, there is one more thing."
As Bai Feng beamed, his subordinate continued.
"What is it?"
"According to our investigation, that monster is likely flying towards Fusang."
"Minister Bai, here is the satellite surveillance map."
Looking down, Bai Feng saw on the projected phone screen that the monster was traversing the ocean, steadily heading towards Fusang.
"Good, good, good!"
Seeing this, Bai Feng repeatedly exclaimed in approval.
"Then, Minister Bai, please rest assured. I will go down and attend to my duties."
"Wait!"
As his subordinate turned to leave, Bai Feng suddenly called him back.
Seeing his subordinate's puzzled look, Bai Feng said with a playful smile, "Publicize the monster's whereabouts."
"Yes!"
The subordinate was somewhat confused by Bai Feng's order, but he nodded in agreement.
After he left, Bai Feng, lying on the hospital bed, looked at the surveillance footage displayed.
His smile widened, and he murmured, "Fusang, Fusang, you had better not disappoint me!"
...
With the announcement, Fusang immediately sprang into action upon receiving this crucial intelligence.
Thousands of well-equipped soldiers were assembled at the location near Fusang's border where the monster was expected to arrive.
Furthermore, the Fusang authorities had specifically set up a live broadcast for this event.
They had two objectives for initiating the broadcast.
One was to respond to the escalating conflict between Fusang and Great Xia on foreign media.
The other was to demonstrate to the citizens of Fusang just how powerful Fusang was in this era of spiritual resurgence.
To let them understand that living in Fusang was extremely safe, and to also deter other nations!
On a military vessel at the Fusang border, a middle-aged man of medium build, balding, and appearing to be around thirty years old, was sternly admonishing the soldiers nearby.
"All of you, guard diligently!"
"Once you spot the monster, eliminate it immediately."
"Let the whole world, let Great Xia, see the might of our Fusang!"
His name was Oda Nobu, and he was the person in charge of this operation.
"Hai!"
Below him, hundreds of soldiers responded in unison.
"Report, Officer, target sighted!"
At this moment, a soldier using a drone to scan the sea surface shouted.
"Good!"
Oda Nobu's eyes lit up, and he roared, "All ships!"
"Full speed ahead!"
"We must capture this monster immediately!"
With that, Oda Nobu glanced arrogantly at the live broadcast camera.
He could see that hundreds of millions of people were already watching the broadcast.
That was nearly the entire population of Fusang.
This certainly meant that many viewers were not from Fusang.
Later, he would showcase his might before the eyes of people all over the world!
The thought of this excited him greatly.
After sailing on the sea for a short while, the Fusang soldiers spotted the monster flying in the air.
"Fire!"
"Fire!"
"Fire!"
Oda Nobu gave the order three times in quick succession!
Boom, boom, boom!
The roar of artillery!
In just an instant, several shells shot into the sky.
They finally landed far out on the sea, their dazzling fiery explosions resembling a 'rainbow' spanning the ocean.
In mid-air, the monster, upon seeing the human presence, had initially intended to detour, not wishing to engage in conflict.
It wasn't that it was afraid, but rather that Mozi had instilled too much fear in it.
Now, seeing humans, it felt they were all formidable and not to be trifled with.
But just as it was about to evade these people...
Boom!
Seeing the shells hurtling towards it, and before they even reached it, the monster felt an overwhelming sense of death envelop it.
Its body trembled, and without a word, it dragged its weary form, dodging the shells, and flew higher.
The next moment!
Boom, boom, boom!
Countless shells fell into the water!
Like a dragon drawing water, they kicked up massive splashes.
The entire sea surface seemed to be shaking.
"Fire!!"
"Keep firing!"
Watching this scene from afar, Oda Nobu's eyes were filled with fervor.
He intended to eliminate this monster immediately!!
To showcase Fusang's prestige!
...