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"Divine General, that is the Plague Army. Are you sure you want to take action?"

Just as many had expected, most of the Heavenly Soldiers were unwilling.

Previously, they had served Heaven and Earth, but the results were not favorable.

Now, under a new master, they were immediately tasked with such a dangerous mission.

It looked like things were the same as before.

Even if they went on this deadly venture, things might not end well for them later.

"Everyone..." This time, Three-Eyed did not issue a forceful command.

Instead, he clasped his hands and said, "We were all colleagues before, like brothers who were ostracized. My own brothers suffered greatly with me, yet gained little benefit, while many outsider brothers initially surrendered to me. But later on, I couldn’t ensure a good outcome for them. For that, Yang is remorseful."

Speaking thus, Three-Eyed clasped his hands together and performed a deep bow.

Everyone hastily returned the gesture. Three-Eyed was a just person, often speaking up for them.

If there were any Heavenly Soldiers of demon origin who still felt any respect for the Heaven’s Court, it would surely be this person.

"Sir, there’s no need for such courtesy. Back then, it wasn’t your fault; it was that..." Many wanted to speak but stopped themselves. After all, saying bad things about Elder Long now seems inappropriate.

"Back then, I was poor at judging people, causing suffering to various brothers.

But this time is different," Three-Eyed said seriously.

"Chen Qing is definitely not like Elder Long, and this occasion is not intentionally laid upon us—it requires us. If we deploy other commanders, suspicions would arise beforehand. Even outsiders are certain that Chen Qing can’t command us, thus daring to be so bold! "

Everyone was momentarily stunned. Indeed, if Chen Qing had complete control over them, the Plague Army would not dare to use Dark Devour so easily, relying on the belief that they wouldn’t act recklessly, would they?

"I ask all of you, in this scheme, Old Liu has already destroyed half of the Demon Realm. Allowing the Plague Army to return only leaves the Demon Realm mortally wounded. Later, they will surely rise again; thoroughly defeating them becomes countless times more difficult. With Elder Long’s disposition back then, he would surely let them retreat to maintain balance, to keep observing from the sidelines, but Chen Qing wouldn’t do that. "

"What he seeks is different from Elder Long, and what he wishes to accomplish differs from Elder Long’s intentions.

I believe in him, so Yang will definitely descend to annihilate them this time.

Yang will not force you brothers. After all, Yang’s judgment wasn’t great back then, and I can’t be certain I’ve chosen the right person this time.

If you are willing to follow Yang, I can only guarantee that after this battle, everyone will be Yang’s brothers.

Even if it costs Yang’s life, I will ensure you receive what you deserve! "

With these words, former members of the Combat General Department responded one by one.

They were all familiar with Three-Eyed’s character; if not extremely confident, he would never make promises lightly!

The subordinate affiliates of the Twenty-Eight Constellations exchanged glances, and soon, more than half began to respond.

"Afraid of nothing!" A strong-willed female voice sounded: "I trust the Divine General. Whether you believe it or not is up to you!"

It was none other than the White Tiger Star Lord speaking, the female general who once opposed Elder Long.

Among those of demon origin in Heaven’s Court, she reached the highest rank.

Everyone knew she was a battle-maniac, a gambler against adversity.

If she’s willing to bet, what do they have to fear?

A transformation was imminent; if a heroic leader could truly lead them to light, they too would not choose negligence. Everyone understands the consequences of neglect—this world will not allow you to muddle through quietly. To secure a promising future, one must fight for it!

In no time, the generals responded, and golden light shone, filling everyone with power!

Amid the crowd’s confusion, Chen Qing’s voice came.

"This is the rule of the Divine Path Sect: the greater your confidence, the stronger the Power of Faith will be. Whether you have faith in me or in the Divine General, it is the same. Together, we are bound by fate, like grasshoppers on a string. Chen Qing entrusts this to you!"

"Rest assured, Master!" White Tiger Star Lord laughed heartily: "Old Liu can destroy three armies on his own; if we can’t take down one army, we truly have lost face!"

"Indeed!" chimed in one of the Heavenly Generals: "To dare use Dark Devour—to truly underestimate us!"

"Thus... I await your triumphant return here!"

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"Sir, look at the sky!"

The people of the Morgan Family had just assembled their forces to retreat, only to see beams of golden light descend from the sky. A powerful pressure swept down, filled with overwhelming battle intent, causing Morgan’s people to tense up instantly!

"How could this be?" Morgan furrowed his brow. He had insiders within Heaven’s Court and had bribed many of demon origin. They clearly informed him that Chen Qing could not command them.

The Plague Army was the most avoided by everyone. Even with Dark Devour in play, it posed immense danger. A slight misstep would lead to a plague-infested death. Such a threat, even Elder Long at his peak found difficult to command his troops against. What prowess does Chen Qing possess?

Even humans find it hard to believe Chen Qing holds such influence.

But reality was just as it appeared—golden light descended and the swelling battle intent stifled the air around the army.

"Three-Eyed?" Morgan’s face grew dark. "You once served Elder Long as a lapdog, and now have become Chen Qing’s lapdog, leading your men to their deaths, just for some recognition?"

In an Oriental manner, he scanned the crowd carefully searching for his insiders. But everyone wore helmets, making it difficult to pinpoint those past insiders!

What’s truly happening?

"It’s too late to sow discord now..." Three-Eyed sneered: "I know what you’re looking for, but no need. No one will confess. Even if you identify them, I’ll pretend not to see it.

After this battle, there will be no evidence; everyone remains loyal warriors vanquishing foes heroically—isn’t that right, everyone? "

"Heh heh!" All the Heavenly Generals burst into laughter.

Indeed, the Divine General fits their likings best; yes, everyone enters the battlefield risking lives for a better future. Former betrayals are trivial. As long as all these opponents perish today, who can prove I was once an insider?

"Kill!!"

"Three-Eyed, have you thought this through? Daring to attack us means suffering severe losses—at least tens of thousands will die to capture us!"

"In war...who expects no casualties?" Three-Eyed replied coldly: "Do you think we feared dying and hence dared not battle you?"

"We fear dying without value; and with Dark Devour gone, dying holds little consequence—we’d merely reincarnate. Our Master would naturally favor those fallen in battle, not your concern. But those dying under your command, they won’t guarantee reincarnation this time, will they?"

"You?!?" Morgan fumed with rage, but before speaking, he saw that formidable woman raise her spear: "Surrender and you will not be killed!!!"