Battle Through the Heavens: Beauties Abound Starting with Yunlan and Her Disciples

70: Section 70”Urgent military intelligence from the border! The human army of the Meteorite Empire is rapidly penetrating deep into the Great Desert! Judging by their marching route and scale, their target is clear: they are heading straight for our Holy City! They... they are declaring full-scale war on our Snake-People Clan!”

Meteorite Empire?

What empire is this? It seems... this name didn’t appear in the Original Work?

Yun Xiancheng, who had been standing quietly on the side, seemingly just an ”accompanying family member,” couldn’t help but frown slightly upon hearing this unfamiliar name of a nation.

The plot of the Original Work never mentioned any segment where the Meteorite Empire launched a large-scale war against the Snake-People Clan! Could it be... that his arrival triggered the butterfly effect, causing the historical trajectory of this world to deviate?

Or is this an unseen plot thread, hidden in the background, that was never mentioned in the Original Work? It could also be a difference between world lines.

Although startled, Yun Xiancheng quickly adjusted his mindset. Having gone through so much, he could calmly accept this degree of ”plot change.”

”Oh? Meteorite Empire?” When Medusa Queen heard this news, her face showed no sign of nervousness or surprise. Instead, her phoenix eyes narrowed slightly, flashing with cold killing intent.

”We just reached a cooperation agreement, and now there are more fools seeking death, impatient to show up at our doorstep...” She slowly turned her head to look at Yue Mei, her tone calm but carrying undeniable authority: ”Pass down my command: the Holy City is immediately entering a state of maximum war readiness! All Tribal Warriors, prepare for battle and await orders!”

”Yes! Medusa Protagonist!” Yue Mei accepted the order, not daring to delay even slightly. She immediately turned and hurried away to relay the command. Wow... is the war really about to begin?

In Yun Xiancheng’s heart, an inexplicable feeling of... excitement arose?

Since the original author, Tudou, is very skilled at ”playing to his strengths and avoiding weaknesses,” he usually only touches upon content he is not proficient in. There are few truly large-scale war descriptions in the Original Work; typically, the fight ends after a single battle between powerful figures.

But now, in this world that is both familiar and strange, a large-scale war involving an empire and a powerful race is about to break out... This sudden change made Yun Xiancheng feel a sense of novelty and anticipation.

His unconcealed excitement naturally did not escape the keen senses of Medusa Queen. An interesting, handsome human.

She turned her head with interest to look at Yun Xiancheng, her narrow phoenix eyes carrying a hint of playfulness: ”Human boy, it seems... you are very excited?”

Even by the Snake-People’s aesthetic standards, Yun Xiancheng’s appearance fell into the category of absolute beauty. For a moment, Medusa was slightly stunned.

But the dignity of being the Dou Master quickly brought her back to her senses, and she returned to discussing serious matters.

”Of course.” Yun Xiancheng met her gaze frankly, a confident smile appearing on his face, ”Because this precisely means that the cooperation between us...”

...will become even more stable, won’t it?”

The sudden invasion by the Meteorite Empire, coupled with the potential threat from Dantu Guhe, undoubtedly pushed the Snake-People Tribe into a dangerous situation besieged by internal and external troubles.

Under these circumstances, Medusa Queen’s need for and reliance on Yun Ziyi, this powerful external reinforcement, would naturally increase significantly. Medusa Queen was incredibly intelligent and immediately understood the deeper meaning behind Yun Xiancheng’s words.

She nodded slightly, a hint of appreciation flashing in her phoenix eyes: ”Not bad, little fellow. Your mind works quickly. This Queen enjoys speaking with clever people like you.”

Her gaze scrutinized Yun Xiancheng again. She seemed somewhat surprised that he possessed the cultivation of a Great Dou Master at such a young age: ”Moreover, to be a Great Dou Master at such a young age... your talent is truly exceptional.”

She raised her head, looked at Yun Ziyi, and said with a hint of teasing: ”Lion King, this... ’younger brother’ of yours is quite good.” However, the moment her words fell.

Yun Ziyi extended her jade arm and pulled Yun Xiancheng into her embrace, her posture intimate and possessive. At the same time, she lifted her chin and corrected Medusa Queen in a tone of absolute certainty:

”He is not my younger brother.” ”He is my—Husband.”

140 Entrusting a Great Responsibility

Yun Xiancheng was well aware that Big Lion’s possessiveness and desire were both very strong.

But having it displayed in front of outsiders was still somewhat awkward. ”Husband?”

Upon hearing this, Medusa Protagonist’s exquisite face also revealed a genuine look of surprise. Her captivating snake pupils gazed intently at the stunning woman beside her. An inexplicable emotion quietly sprouted in her heart, lingering persistently.

She began to scrutinize Yun Xiancheng before her, thinking internally, *Does this boy truly possess some extraordinary quality?*

Otherwise, how could he attract such a peerless beauty to willingly fall for him? ”Hehe... so that’s the case. Then This Master understands.”

Medusa Protagonist parted her crimson lips and let out a meaningful chuckle.

Her enchanting gaze fell upon Yun Xiancheng once more. A thought had already taken root in her mind: she wanted to properly test this human boy.

”Yun Xiancheng, Your Majesty the Queen.”

”Young Master Xiancheng,” Medusa Queen nodded slightly, her tone carrying a hint of probing.

”Now that the Meteorite Empire has brazenly invaded, intending to seize the territory of our Snake-People Clan, This Queen wishes to fully entrust the command of this war to you. What do you think, Young Master Xiancheng? Do you dare to accept this heavy responsibility?”

Medusa Protagonist’s words, once spoken, fully demonstrated her boldness in trusting the person she employed.

However, Yun Xiancheng knew very well that even if he took on the title of commander, he absolutely could not truly command all the Snake-People. The Snake-People Tribe was internally complex, and the Tribal Chiefs of the major tribes were all unruly individuals. How could they easily obey the deployment of an outsider? He pondered briefly, then said in a deep voice:

”Since Your Majesty the Queen trusts me so much, Xiancheng will naturally do his utmost. However, pardon my frankness, but before I accept this heavy responsibility, I ask that Your Majesty the Queen first inform me of the specific intelligence regarding the Meteorite Empire’s invasion, so that Xiancheng can have a clear understanding.”

Hearing this, Medusa Queen slightly tilted her head, signaling to Yue Mei beside her.

Yue Mei understood immediately, stepped forward, and reported in a solemn tone:

”Your Majesty the Queen, the Meteorite Empire is approaching fiercely this time. They have dispatched a powerhouse of the four-star Dou Huang level to lead the troops. This person is the Vice Sect Master of their empire’s foremost sect, the Falling Moon Sect, and an Imperial General. His strength is formidable and cannot be underestimated.”

”The main invading force is the notoriously fierce First Legion under the Meteorite Empire, boasting a total strength of about ten thousand soldiers. Coupled with the three legions supporting operations on the left and right, the fighting forces spread across four directions, and counting Auxiliary Soldiers and Laborers, they can be called the Twelve Heavenly Armies.”

”The weakest soldiers in the First Legion possess the strength of a Dou Master level. Their Legion Commander has even reached the peak of the Dou Master realm, and their combat power is extremely fierce.”

Yue Mei’s tone was steady as she detailed the intelligence on the Meteorite Empire’s invading army to Yun Xiancheng. She paused, slightly furrowed her dark brows, and continued:

”The Meteorite Empire has always been warlike. But for some unknown reason, their sudden invasion of our Snake-People Tribe this time seems too strange. The underlying reason is truly baffling.”

Medusa Protagonist heard this and waved her hand dismissively:

”Why bother investigating deeply? Just assume they don’t want This Queen to successfully break through to the Dou Sect realm and have come to obstruct it.”

Your Majesty the Queen’s tone was dismissive; she clearly did not take the Meteorite Empire’s invasion seriously. She turned her head, looked at Yun Xiancheng, and continued:

”The fighting forces of our Snake-People Tribe are mainly at the Dou Practitioner level, while Great Dou Master level powerhouses can command a Thousand-Man Battle Team. The overall strength and quality are far inferior...”

”...to the Elite Legions of the Meteorite Empire.”

”If we prepare fully on our home ground, gathering hundreds of thousands of troops should not be an issue,” Yue Mei added from the side.

”I thought the Snake-People Tribe could only muster about ten thousand troops at most. I didn’t expect them to be able to gather hundreds of thousands. Looking at it this way, we actually have the advantage in terms of numbers...”

”...and since this is a defensive battle, the geographical advantage is even more on our side. Since Medusa Protagonist trusts me so much and is willing to give me this chance to prove myself...”

”...then Yun Xiancheng will respectfully obey and accept this heavy responsibility!”

Yun Xiancheng looked confident, his tone carrying a trace of eager, unrestrained boldness.

Seeing this, Medusa Queen’s beautiful eyes flashed with admiration, and she nodded slightly:

”You have guts, very good. However, the chiefs of the eight major tribes under my command are all untamed individuals. They may not easily obey your orders... Whether you can win their trust depends on your own ability.”

Your Majesty the Queen’s tone was calm, yet it held a hidden meaning, clearly reminding Yun Xiancheng that although the command authority had been handed over to him, whether he could truly grasp it

still depended on his own methods.

”Yue Mei, you brought them here. For the next few days, you will be responsible for entertaining them well,” Medusa Queen suddenly changed the subject and instructed Yue Mei.

As soon as these words were uttered, it already implied that Your Majesty the Queen had the intention to retreat and did not wish to waste any more words on this matter.

Yue Mei, with her keen mind, instantly understood Your Majesty the Queen’s meaning and quickly responded respectfully, ”This subordinate understands. Your Majesty, please rest assured, Yue Mei will ensure Young Master Xiancheng and his party are well-entertained and will not be neglected.”

Medusa Queen nodded in satisfaction.

”Since that is the case, this King will take her leave,” Your Majesty the Queen said, then prepared to stand up and depart. Seeing this, Yun Xiancheng quickly bowed, respectfully saying, ”Respectfully seeing off the Protagonist.”

Afterward, Yun Xiancheng, along with Big Lion and Xiao Yan, followed Yue Mei out of the Snake-People Royal Palace. ”You unknown little thief, do you really have the ability to lead troops in battle?”

As soon as they left the main hall of the royal palace, Yue Mei couldn’t help but raise her eyebrows, her tone filled with suspicion and scrutiny, as she questioned Yun Xiancheng. Clearly, she still had doubts about the Queen so easily handing over command to an outsider.

Xiao Yan, who was beside them, also looked at Yun Xiancheng with a hint of curiosity and softly asked, ”Senior Brother, have you had experience leading troops in battle before?” Hearing this, Yun Xiancheng merely smiled nonchalantly, shook his head gently, and said in a relaxed tone:

”Experience leading troops in battle, I truly haven’t. But then again, aren’t there Master and Senior Purple Wing to back me up?”

”Besides, don’t the Snake-People Tribe here also have eight Dou King level powerhouses stationed? On paper, their strength doesn’t seem weaker than the Meteorite

Empire’s invasion; we might as well confront them head-on.”

”Although that’s true, the other seven Tribal Chiefs might not obey you, young man,” Yue Mei still seemed uneasy and spoke up.

He rolled his eyes, then suddenly reached out a slightly frivolous, thieving hand, pinching Yue Mei’s delicate cheek. A playful smile appeared at the corner of his mouth as he teased,

”Chief’s words... are you saying Yue Mei, that you are willing to obey my orders?”

Such a bold move naturally made Yue Mei blush, her face flushed with a hint of anger. She was about to open her mouth and scold Yun Xiancheng, ”Little thief, how disrespectful!”

However, when she felt Big Lion’s ambiguous gaze beside her, the words caught in her throat. She could only glare fiercely at Yun Xiancheng as a warning.

”You little girl, you’re not bad, your looks are alright, and you’re pure. If you behave well, I’ll let you be my Husband’s... concubine’s maidservant,” Big Lion said, her red lips parting slightly, her tone languid.

Xiao Yan, hearing this, covered her mouth with a light laugh, her eyes curving into crescents, and chimed in with interest:

”Our family, ah, is truly getting more diverse in species, Master, don’t you think?” Whether you behave well or badly, in the end, it’s still the fate of a ’concubine’s maidservant’!

Listening to Big Lion’s matter-of-fact words and Xiao Yan’s slightly teasing tone, Yue Mei couldn’t help but grumble inwardly.

What is all this?! She, the dignified chief of the Snake-People Tribe, when did she fall to the point of becoming someone else’s concubine’s maidservant? And for an unknown little thief at that? This is simply outrageous!

If Xiao Yan and Big Lion knew her inner thoughts, they would probably chuckle. In fact, they were doing it for her own good.

Because they had long felt that Medusa should become their sister.

And this snake woman would certainly not dare to call Medusa her sister, so she could only be a maidservant. In any case, they would all be serving Yun Xiancheng.

141 Armchair Strategist

”No... I mean, all of you!”

Yue Mei looked at the scene before her, feeling a vein throb in her forehead, her voice rising several octaves.

”Her Majesty the Protagonist clearly arranged excellent accommodations for you, so why are you still lingering in my small tent?!”

Her gaze swept over the leisurely Yun Xiancheng, Yun Ziyi who was meditating with closed eyes, and the two little girls who were rummaging through her tent, having a great time. Her heart was filled with annoyance and confusion.

”Cough, cough,” Yun Xiancheng put down his teacup, a ’naturally so’ expression on his face, and explained, ”Chief Yue Mei, don’t misunderstand. We are staying here, naturally, to... well, to better prepare for battle.” Prepare for battle?!

Whose commander prepares for battle by running into the private tent of a female general under his command?! This is simply... simply outrageous! Too decadent!

Yue Mei felt her eyebrows twitch uncontrollably a few times.

It’s over! It seems that in this war against the Meteorite Empire, their Snake-People Clan has already lost half before even starting! To be stuck with such an ’unreliable’ ally...

As if seeing through Yue Mei’s inner grumbling and despair, Yun Xiancheng quickly cleared his throat and put on a sincere expression, explaining:

...Chief Yue Mei, actually, I personally... need your help.” ”Help?” Yue Mei looked at him suspiciously.

”It’s like this,” Yun Xiancheng said earnestly, ”Although my cultivation is decent, when it comes to marching, deploying formations, and commanding battles, to be honest, my experience is still shallow. And Chief Yue Mei, you have long been on the battlefield and are certainly experienced. Therefore, I am staying here precisely hoping to consult you, to make a last-minute effort... oh no, to quickly catch up on war-related knowledge.”

Make a last-minute effort?!

Upon hearing those five words, Yue Mei’s heart sank by half.

It’s over, it’s over! The Snake-People Clan is probably truly doomed this time! Relying on such an ’outsider’ for help is less reliable than hoping for pie in the sky! Although she thought so, even if she had a hundred times the courage, she wouldn’t dare to say it aloud. She could only force out a smile uglier than a cry.

Yun Xiancheng seemed unaware of Yue Mei’s inner collapse. He nonchalantly took out a rather exquisitely crafted simple sand table from his storage ring and placed it on the carpet.

While adjusting the modules representing mountains and rivers on the sand table to roughly simulate the terrain around the Snake-People Tribe and potential combat areas, he also took out some simple chess pieces of various colors and sizes, each representing a different army unit.

”Come, Chief Yue Mei,” Yun Xiancheng pushed the purple chess pieces representing the Snake-People forces towards Yue Mei, while he himself picked up the red chess pieces representing the enemy army. ”

Let’s use this sand table as the battlefield, and the two of us will conduct a simulation. This will also be an opportunity to train my on-the-spot command abilities.”

Yue Mei looked at the seemingly authentic sand table and chess pieces. Although she still had many doubts, since things had come to this, she could only bite the bullet. She took a deep breath and reminded, ”Young Master Yun, I must state beforehand. This sand table simulation is, after all, merely an armchair strategy, and it is far from the ever-changing true

battlefield. One must not regard it as the entirety of war.”

Although she said this, she still perked up a bit. After all, this concerned the fate of the entire Snake-People Clan. She wanted to see just how capable this Young Master, who was highly regarded by both the Queen and that mysterious purple-haired senior, truly was.

On the sand table, the purple chess pieces representing Yun Xiancheng’s commanded 100,000 main Snake-People forces had been utterly routed and scattered by the 40,000 ”enemy” red chess pieces commanded by Yue Mei.

The scene was truly... without any power to retaliate, a gruesome sight. Yun Xiancheng abandoned his armor and weapons, practically being rubbed into the ground.

Although she had easily achieved ”victory,” Yue Mei’s mood at this moment was more bitter than eating Coptis, and she couldn’t be happy at all.

She looked at Yun Xiancheng opposite her, who was deep in thought with his eyes closed, his fingers still unconsciously tracing lines on the sand table, seemingly seriously analyzing the reasons for his defeat. She couldn’t help but secretly swallow.

This level of skill.

Could it be... could it be that their Snake-People Clan was truly doomed this time?!

Just as Yue Mei was feeling disheartened, a burst of laughter and playful noise came from the other side of the tent.