Chapter 2248: Siege Assault (Part 4)

Chapter 2248: Chapter 1201: Siege Assault (Part 4)

Although there is a backdrop of these three major forces contending, achieving this is indeed extraordinary.

Now at least 6 factions have been identified entering the fray, with Sheng Yanlin backed by the Patrol Defense Office, the Mo Family of the Ten Great Sects, and the Southern Border Liu Family, a mighty force.

Meanwhile, behind the rebellion led by Sheng Jingxuan stands the United Federation, the Chamber of Commerce, Bone Painting Tower, one of the Ten Great Sects, and the formidable Yiling Academy itself.

Seven forces tangled together; it’s not an exaggeration to call this a grand melee, and amidst this, there are surely trump cards yet to emerge — Yang Xiao is still curious to whom Sheng Yanlin sent his last call for help.

Even at this critical juncture, Sheng Yanlin hasn’t disclosed anything, further piquing Yang Xiao’s curiosity.

However, he can confirm that Dean Sheng is on their side and indeed plans to fulfill his promise, which is enough.

Suddenly, a ridiculous thought popped into Yang Xiao’s mind, could it be that the reinforcements called in were experts from the Black Buddha Mother Sect?

If that’s really the case, then this battle over Yiling Academy would be incredible, with the top four domestic forces joining in; the three major forces and Head of Ten Thousand Religions, the Black Buddha Mother, are all set to appear, destined to be a battle recorded in history.

However, after this thought surfaced, Yang Xiao dismissed it, as it was too far-fetched; calling in experts from the Black Buddha Mother lineage wouldn’t necessarily defeat the three major forces, and even if they won, Sheng Jingxuan’s reputation would be tarnished.

Collaborating with the Black Buddha Mother lineage is almost a capital crime in the world of martial arts.

No wonder the General Bureau made so many arrangements for this battle; the foresight of the big figures in the General Bureau is wise. A single mistake leads to eternal doom, losing Yiling Academy is minor, but the blow to the Patrol Defense Office’s reputation and morale is devastating.

Not long ago, his uncle mentioned that in recent years, the Patrol Defense Office lost too many experts, unable to fill personnel gaps, gradually losing grip against the United Federation and the Chamber of Commerce.

From this matter alone, Yang Xiao can already tell; if it were the Patrol Defense Office at its prime, who would dare provoke them?

The Chamber of Commerce and United Federation aside, even Bone Painting Tower dares to oppose them secretly, truly behaving recklessly.

“The wedding time is set for today at 11:28 AM, and the joint forces of Bone Painting Tower and the Union will enter the city around 10:30.”

“We need to take action before the wedding starts, advance the original plan, the current plan is as follows.”

Hong Anguo turned around, aimed the remote at the electronic screen behind him, and pressed lightly. The screen lit up, quickly showing a map of Yiling City.

“While we hold this meeting here, our personnel have begun sealing the city, nominally to hunt down a crew of fleeing Evil Cultivators.”

“It is now 8:15; by 9 at the latest, we will lock down Yiling City entirely, enforcing martial law across the city. All entrances and exits will be under our control.”

“Within Yiling City, aside from the main Yiling Academy campus, the other three courtyards, various office locations, student and faculty holding areas, etc., will be overseen by our personnel.”

“Additionally, we will fully monitor the territories of the Chamber of Commerce and the Union within the city until you completely seize the Academy. Should there be any disturbances during this period, they will be dealt with immediately.”

“You can depart shortly, according to the plan, arriving in Yiling City around 10 AM today.”

“Your task is to suppress the rebellion as quickly as possible; we’ll intercept the opponent’s support units outside the city to buy you time.”

“But you must act swiftly; the General Bureau has ordered us to resolve the conflict no later than 11. Unyielding determination on Hong Anguo’s face, demonstrating the authoritative pressure of a provincial director.”

Yang Xiao knows what he’s worried about; other than that, the Union’s vice president and Little House Lord of Bone Painting Tower are the toughest challenges, likely to be difficult to deal with.

And since these two groups are mixed together, it proves they have communicated privately, trying to persuade them to leave peacefully won’t work, there is a real risk of fighting.

“Resolve the conflict within an hour,” Yang Xiao nodded.

“An hour is more than enough.” Sheng Yanlin is obviously impatient.

“Mr. Yang, I’ve already had them release the elder from prison — this time, you’ll take him along, considering you’re one of us in the Patrol Defense Office, you need to join the battle and make it seem justified,” Hong Anguo introduced.

This elder was caught by Yang Xiao and his crew in Xiang Ma Town, from the Inner Courtyard of Yiling Academy, a confidant of Pseudo Dean Sheng Jingxuan, who had secretly gathered many experts to ambush Yang Xiao, but unfortunately ran into the Killing God Overlord Spear, Wu Qingcang.

After his plan was exposed, he ran away, hid in Xiang Ma Town, which turned out to be Yang Xiao’s hometown, and ended up being dragged out by Tong Hansui and Ming Yue.

Speaking of Sui, Yang Xiao initially wanted him to come along for revenge, but the circumstances are urgent and highly confidential, so he had to abandon the idea.

He’ll invite him after they capture the Academy, to settle grudges and resentments.

“Finally, Dean Sheng, the General Bureau asked me to remind you that this isn’t family business; it’s a rebellion suppression, and there will inevitably be casualties, so we hope you are mentally prepared.”

“Time is tight; every minute delayed is another minute of risk, so you absolutely mustn’t hold back.”

“Once you’ve made your point clear, gained the moral high ground, act quickly to eliminate the chief culprits, for yourself and for the library elders and students and faculty who’ve been oppressed and deceived all these years.” Hong Anguo reminded.