RPAGF Chapter 172 Initial Success of the Alliance
Chapter 172 Initial Success of the Alliance
"Sister Li, don't you feel... the atmosphere is a little strange?" Jiang Ye scratched his head, breaking the brief celebration.
Ye Shuli withdrew her hands from the others and looked around.
Yeah, that's weird.
So weird.
Just moments ago, everyone was united and eager to swear an oath of brotherhood, but now they looked like wilted eggplants, listless and with shifty eyes.
An eerie silence hung in the air, like the calm before a storm, making people uneasy.
"Those guys who were shouting the loudest just now, why are they acting like gourds with their mouths sawed off now?" Jiang Ye lowered his voice and whispered in Ye Shuli's ear, "Their faces change faster than turning the pages of a book. It's a pity they're not in the opera."
Ye Shuli didn't reply, her delicate brows furrowed slightly, a lingering gloom hanging over her heart.
She keenly sensed that this seemingly united alliance was actually fraught with undercurrents and hidden dangers.
Everyone's face was filled with their own little thoughts, as if they were all plotting something.
Sure enough, it wasn't long before someone started causing trouble.
"In my opinion, the command of this joint force belongs to our Xuantian Sect!" An old man in a blue robe, with an air of otherworldly wisdom, stroked his beard and said proudly.
He is the leader of the Xuantian Sect, named Xuan Qingzi. His cultivation has reached the peak of the Spirit Venerable realm, making him one of the top experts among the crowd.
"Sect Leader Xuan, you are mistaken," a burly man with a full beard stepped forward and said in a deep voice, "Our Tianlang Clan has protected the peace of the continent for generations. In terms of seniority and strength, this command should be held by our Tianlang Clan!" He was the patriarch of the Tianlang Clan, named Lang Xiaotian, and was also a peak Spirit Venerable expert.
These two, one relying on his age and the other on his family's power, neither willing to submit to the other.
They argued back and forth, their faces flushed and spittle flying everywhere.
People around them began to take sides and whisper among themselves, creating a chaotic scene.
Ye Shuli rubbed her temples, feeling utterly overwhelmed.
They haven't even started fighting the monsters yet, and they're already fighting amongst themselves. How are they going to get along from here on out?
She took a deep breath, stepped forward, and tried to mediate: "Seniors, with a formidable enemy at hand, we should..."
"Little brat, who gives you the right to speak here!" Lang Xiaotian rudely interrupted her, his face full of disdain.
Although Xuan Qingzi didn't speak, he looked at her with a condescending gaze, clearly not taking her seriously.
Ye Shuli sneered inwardly, but remained outwardly calm.
Fine, you won't listen to me, huh?
We'll just have to wait and see.
Jiang Ye stood silently behind Ye Shuli, clenching his fists.
Although he usually acts carefree and irresponsible, he is very reliable when it matters.
He sensed Ye Shuli's emotional fluctuations and gently patted her shoulder to comfort her.
Ye Shuli turned to give him a "calm down" look, then looked at everyone and slowly said, "Since both of you seniors want command..." She paused, a meaningful smile appearing on her lips, "How about we have a contest?"
Ye Shuli cleared her throat and began to analyze the situation calmly.
Her gaze swept back and forth between Xuan Qingzi and Lang Xiaotian, as if she were examining two pieces of merchandise.
"Sect Leader of Xuantian Sect, your sect excels in magical attacks, and your ability to subdue enemies from a distance is quite formidable." Her voice was clear and resonant, and everyone could hear it clearly.
Upon hearing this, Xuan Qingzi paused in stroking his beard, and his ears perked up slightly.
"As for the Sirius Clan, each member is strong and robust, unmatched in close combat. There's no need to fight for command," Ye Shuli said confidently, arms crossed.
Her words pierced through the tense and oppressive atmosphere like a sharp arrow.
"We can do it this way: when encountering the enemy, the Xuantian Sect will provide ranged magical cover, the Tianlang Clan will charge into battle, and other forces will provide support. In this way, everyone can give full play to their strengths, wouldn't that be wonderful?"
Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes lit up.
The whispers instantly turned into approval of Ye Shuli's plan.
Xuan Qingzi and Lang Xiaotian also stopped arguing. Xuan Qingzi's face showed some approval, while Lang Xiaotian scratched his head and said in a deep voice, "Hmm, little girl, this method is not bad." The people around Ye Shuli all cast admiring glances at her, their gazes so intense that they seemed to melt her.
Jiang Ye stood to the side, his eyes filled with love and admiration.
He crept up to Ye Shuli like a little tail and suddenly took her hand.
Ye Shuli's face flushed slightly, the blush resembling the sunset.
The somewhat oppressive atmosphere around them seemed to be dispelled by the sweet scent, and they became relaxed.
Just then, a scout came running from a distance, looking flustered.
Before he could even stand still, he shouted, "Something's wrong! The source of the crisis..." Ye Shuli turned around abruptly, her eyes instantly turning serious.
The news brought by the scouts was like a bolt from the blue, leaving everyone speechless for a moment.
"The source of the crisis... a new dangerous force is gathering!" He gasped for breath, his face pale, as if he had witnessed a horrifying scene.
Fear spread rapidly like a plague, and the relaxed atmosphere just moments before froze instantly, with tension and unease written on everyone's face.
Ye Shuli's heart sank suddenly, and a strong sense of oppression enveloped her once again.
She could feel time slipping through her fingers, and every second became incredibly precious.
The source of the crisis, like a giant vortex, is constantly devouring the vitality of this continent.
She must act quickly to prevent this disaster from happening.
Logically, everyone should immediately go to the source of the crisis to check the situation.
However, Ye Shuli made an unexpected decision.
“We’re not in a rush,” she said firmly, her gaze sweeping over the crowd. “Let’s consolidate the internal strength of the united front first.”
As soon as this statement came out, everyone was shocked.
what?
Aren't you going to check the situation?
What's this little girl up to?
Puzzling, confused, and questioning gazes were all directed at Ye Shuli, as if she were a strange creature from another planet.
"Sister Li, this... isn't quite appropriate?" Jiang Ye was also a bit confused, muttering to himself, "What if we're too late and that dangerous force has become even stronger?"
“Yes, Miss Ye, we understand your desire to solidify the alliance, but the situation is urgent. The most important thing now is to find out the truth!” Xuan Qingzi couldn’t help but advise, stroking his beard, his brows furrowed, looking worried about the country and its people.
"I understand what you're saying," Ye Shuli smiled slightly. Rather than sending people to their deaths, it's better to resolve the internal issues first before discussing the next steps.
"
Everyone was silent.
Although Ye Shuli's words were unpleasant to hear, they were the truth.
Their alliance is like a rag doll pieced together; it looks complete, but it is actually extremely fragile.
"Then... what do you want to do?" Lang Xiaotian asked in a deep voice. Although he was rough in character, he was not without brains.
Ye Shuli's lips curled into a mysterious smile: "It's simple, joint exercises." She looked around, her gaze firm, "Only through the tempering of actual combat can we truly become a powerful team."
The group exchanged bewildered glances, and the atmosphere became tense once again.
Ye Shuli's decision was undoubtedly a high-stakes gamble.
If they win the bet, they will have an invincible team; if they lose, the consequences will be unimaginable.
"Alright! My Sirius Clan will be the first to participate!" Wolf Howling Sky declared first, patting his chest proudly. "I want to see what this little girl is capable of!"
"My Xuantian Sect will also participate!" Xuan Qingzi followed closely behind.
With these two bigwigs taking the lead, other forces also expressed their willingness to participate in the exercise.
In an instant, the atmosphere became lively again, filled with fighting spirit and passion.
Ye Shuli looked at everyone, a faint smile appearing on her lips.
Everything is according to her plan.
“Well then,” she cleared her throat and announced loudly, “the drill shall now begin!”
Jiang Ye walked to Ye Shuli's side and gently tugged at her sleeve, "Sister Li..."
"Don't rush, Xiao Yezi." Ye Shuli's lips curled into a sly smile, her eyes gleaming with excitement. "The show has only just begun!"
With a wave of her hand, she announced the official start of the drill.
Although it was the first time everyone was working together, they were all putting in their best effort and wanted to perform well in this exercise.
The Xuantian Sect's spells poured down like raindrops, their dazzling light illuminating the entire training ground and leaving the audience mesmerized.
The warriors of the Sirius Clan were like a herd of wild horses, rampaging across the field. Every punch they threw was accompanied by a whooshing sound, making everyone feel the shock of their power.
However, problems arose as well. Although the spells of the Xuantian Sect were gorgeous, their accuracy was really not flattering, often accidentally injuring friendly forces and causing a chorus of cries of agony.
The warriors of the Sirius Clan relied too much on brute force and lacked coordination, running around aimlessly like headless flies.
Members of other factions encountered even more problems, either going to the wrong place or using their skills in the wrong direction.
"Oh my god, what's going on here? Are these people here to be funny?" Jiang Ye crossed his arms and shook his head as he watched, not forgetting to complain, "Their coordination is like a hodgepodge, not even as good as my duet with Sister Li!"
Ye Shuli ignored Jiang Ye's complaints and focused intently on observing the situation on the field.
Sometimes she frowned, sometimes she smiled, as if she were conducting a precise calculation.
She kept shouting various commands, directing the various forces to adjust their formations.
"Xuantian Sect, don't unleash your spells randomly! Aim carefully before you throw them!"
"Sirius Clan, don't just charge blindly, pay attention to teamwork!"
"Other factions, watch your positioning, don't block others' path!"
With Ye Shuli's careful guidance and the continuous adjustment among the various forces, the teamwork on the field gradually became smoother.
The spells of the Xuantian Sect have become more precise, no longer harming friendly forces, but accurately striking their targets.
The warriors of the Sirius Clan also began to pay attention to cooperation, no longer fighting alone, but covering each other and attacking together.
Members of other factions gradually mastered the tricks of the trade, stopped making basic mistakes, and began to play their roles.
For a time, the team displayed excellent offense and defense, with seamless teamwork, resembling a true army.
The brilliance of various skills intertwined, forming a magnificent spectacle.
"Wow, Sister Li, you're using some kind of cheat code!" Jiang Ye exclaimed in disbelief. "You actually managed to train these people! It's like turning the impossible into reality!"
Ye Shuli's lips curled up slightly, her heart filled with a sense of accomplishment.
She could sense that the combined forces had made a qualitative leap in strength after this exercise.
The way people looked at her changed noticeably, from confusion and bewilderment to respect and trust.
Just as she was feeling gratified by her achievement, a scout rushed over, panting, and said, "Miss Ye, something terrible has happened! Our supplies... have been sabotaged!"
"What? The supplies were destroyed?" Ye Shuli's expression changed drastically, and she was shocked.
Just as she was about to ask for details, the scout had already disappeared into the crowd.
She glanced at Jiang Ye beside her, but before she could speak, Jiang Ye said with a grave expression, "Sister Li, it seems someone is up to something..."