Behind them are the remnants of Fang Zhaonan and the Demon Sect army, and in front is Humen Pass, which occupies a natural barrier. The Eastern army was in a dilemma for a while, and was even forced to attack Humen Pass.
Although later on, the remnants of Fang Zhaonan suddenly rebelled and helped the Eastern Army attack the Demon Sect army, but the scale of this battle was too great and the outcome could not be decided in a short time.
Every time the time dragged on for another day, the generals of the Eastern Army became a little more impatient. In the end, they were so aggressive that they divided their troops into two groups, one to resist the Demon Sect army and the other to attack Humen Pass.
But in this way, the strength was dispersed, resulting in poor results for both sides. In the rush to determine the winner, a general of the Eastern Army even mistakenly fell into a very simple tactical trap, which led to the defeat and siege.
The Demon Sect army hacked and killed, and the morale of the Eastern army was greatly reduced.
Humen Pass, where corpses were piled up in mountains, was like an unbreakable natural chasm, separating the Dongfang Army from the headquarters of the Dongfang Family, making countless soldiers feel powerless.
At the same time, the Zhang Jiajun and the Demon Sect army were unstoppable in the south, rolling over one city after another like a tsunami.
The Zhang Jiajun, who had not been on the battlefield for more than ten years, had fought bravely at sea and returned from a long absence. Facing a defender that was far weaker than themselves, there were also a group of top masters in the world to assist them, and they cooperated internally and externally. Even when attacking a large city, even the super masters of the Demon Sect
They appear again and again. With the right time, location, and people, the battle situation is completely one-sided...
"Brother, those ministers in the imperial court who advocated sending troops have often disappeared without explanation in the past few days, so that no one dares to propose military strategies. The two Jiedu envoys who are affiliated with the imperial court are not able to make plans with their words and excuses!
"
On the top floor of Lingtian Pavilion, Dongfang Changwei was angry and sad at the same time.
Worrying about Dongfang Jingting, this elegant second elder personally took over the intelligence and responded to requests for help. After a few days, he looked more than ten years older, with a haggard look on his face.
At this moment, of course, the Dongfang Family could not sit still and wait for death. As early as when the military situation in the south was in critical condition, they actively contacted the court to form an alliance with the rebels.
However, the influence of the Demon Sect on the imperial court is too great. In today's Eastern Zhou Imperial City, no secrets can be hidden from the Demon Sect. Anyone who proposes to send troops to obstruct the Demon Sect's actions will be visited on the same day without having to wait until the next day.
The dead are dead, the missing are missing, it is completely lawless.
Dongfang Changkong said angrily: "What's going on with those two Jiedu envoys? Don't you know the meaning of lips dying and teeth cold?"
Hearing this, Dongfang Changwei laughed miserably and said: "Of those two people, one of them wants to go to war. But the other is Zhang Jiaquan's former subordinate. He only came to power a few years ago. Now that he thinks about it, the Demon Sect's push is indispensable behind it. With him in check,
The one who wants to go to war dare not move at all."
Dongfang Changkong shouted unwillingly: "Where are those grandsons from the Rebellion Army Alliance?"
Dongfang Changwei closed his eyes: "There are a total of five rebel alliances, but the combined strength is only as strong as Zhuo Mufeng's, and each has his or her own agenda. When I heard that it was Zhang Jiajun, I saw my Dongfang family again.
The situation is clearly showing. Three factions have not intervened yet, but two factions have actually taken the initiative to help the Demon Sect attack my Dongfang Family. If this trend continues, I am afraid that the other three factions will take action soon."
Silence, deathly silence.
Never before had Dongfang Changkong felt that the wind in Lingtian Pavilion was so cold, penetrating his bones and chilling his soul. He raised his head and screamed, punching the wall with cracks, gritting his teeth and saying: "Zhuo Mufeng
!”
Others saw him getting angry, but did not say anything to stop him, or even pay more attention. Compared to the precarious situation of the Dongfang Family, what if Lingtian Pavilion was demolished?
Judging from the information compiled by all parties, the northern army is blocked outside the Humen Pass. It will take at least more than two months to break through the pass. But how can the Dongfang Family survive more than two months?
The imperial court was weak and incompetent, and the rebel alliance turned around and struck hard, pushing the already shaky Dongfang family into the abyss.
Looking around, we can see that the split of Southern Wu is imminent and they have too much time to take care of themselves. Western Chu is busy fighting for the battlefield of Southern Wu and has no time to spare. Northern Qi is still troubled by the Dark Night Pavilion army. How can it have the time and energy to help the Dongfang family? The only possibility is to sit firmly on Diaoyutai.
Zhongzhou.
More than half a month ago, Dongfang Changsheng wrote a sincere letter asking for help. In order to solve the family's misfortune, he even expressed his intention to surrender for the first time. But so many days have passed, no news has been heard, and Zhongzhou has not been seen.
There are any signs of dispatching troops.
All of this made those who knew the situation feel desperate.
Dongfang Jingting even felt like he was dreaming.
Obviously a month ago, the situation was very good, with successive battles and victories in the north. Seeing that a large territory was within easy reach, Zhuo Mufeng was forced to continue to reinforce and consume the opponent's troops. But in the blink of an eye, the situation took a turn for the worse. Now, the family that was originally so prosperous has actually
To the brink of destruction!
Who can believe it, who will believe it?
Because of the deep hatred between the two parties, the Dongfang family did not even dare to surrender to Zhuo Mufeng, otherwise no one could predict the outcome.
Suddenly, a loud roar rang out, but it was Dongfang Changkong who punched Dongfang Tao in the head. The latter quickly raised his fist to block, and with a roar of air, Dongfang Tao flew into the wall and opened his mouth.
Spurting out a stream of blood.
Dongfang Changkong was about to rush to kill, but his shoulder was pinched by a hand. He turned his head and found that it was Dongfang Changsheng. He said with murderous intent: "Brother, let go, I want to kill this kid. It's not because he is too smart to come up with any plan to kill him."
, how could the family end up in this situation?"
Dongfang Changsheng looked into his third brother's eyes and said calmly: "I am the one who finally made the decision, so just kill me."
"Brother..." Dongfang Chang was so angry that he stamped his feet, but in the end he did not dare to disobey his eldest brother, so he could only snort heavily and did not attack Dongfang Tao again, but his eyes were still filled with deep-seated hatred.
After letting go of his hand, Dongfang Changsheng walked to the map. Under the surprised eyes of several people behind him, he tore the map apart. Then he walked to the railing and let the fragments in his hand fall with the wind, just as he led his family to the direction of the map.
Prosperous ambition.
The cold wind blew against his face, but he didn't feel cold. He looked at the rising and falling clouds in the distance, and the endless exquisite attics, pavilions and mountains and rivers below. He knew that it was heaven and hell, but in an instant. All the past events seemed like a lifetime ago.
Dongfang Changsheng suddenly thought of Mu Cunyi, the young man who was killed by him. What was he thinking before he died? Did he also regret his momentary negligence, which led to the loss of everything?
Several people behind him looked at Dongfang Changsheng and noticed that this unparalleled majestic hero's back had become rickety at some point, as if he had grown old overnight.
Dongfang Changwei had secretly complained about Big Brother's ruthlessness more than once, but when this man really had a hint of twilight and lost his former sharp and domineering spirit, Dongfang Changwei felt sad and panicked, and shouted in a trembling voice: "Brother!
"
Without looking back, Dongfang Changsheng thought to himself: "It's my fault. It's my insistence and arbitrary actions that have brought the family to this day. It's ridiculous that I am always proud of myself, and even consider myself the one who revitalized the family, even at the expense of my wife and son." He and his daughter-in-law, and finally his granddaughter were also sacrificed, but in exchange for the bitter consequences today, hahaha..."
As soon as these words came out, everyone suddenly remembered that this old man seemed to have done everything for his family since he was sensible. Although he was unparalleled in power, he was lonely. Even to this day, he has lost even his family ties.
"Brother!" Dongfang Changkong shouted excitedly.
Dongfang Changwei's eyes were red with tears, and he said sadly: "Brother, although you are sometimes too harsh and ruthless, in my opinion, you are the most selfless person in the entire family, and you are always thinking about contributing to the family. Brother, everything It's not over yet. Even if we lose all our territory and foundation, we can still find another place and start over. As long as the foundation is not lost, our Dongfang family will rise sooner or later. Even the Demon Sect can make a comeback. Why can't we? "
Dongfang Jingting said in a majestic voice: "Great Elder, please take care of yourself. Why should you worry about temporary success or failure?"
Dongfang Taoyi stood up from the ground and said coldly: "I am willing to die for my family!"
There was another burst of laughter from the front, and Dongfang Changsheng turned around. He seemed to be greatly inspired: "It's true that I am obsessed with success and obsessed with temporary success or failure. You are right, as long as the foundation of my Dongfang family remains, The bloodline is still there, so no matter if you fail today, you will definitely be able to regain your place in the future!
Second brother and third brother, you all take action immediately, mobilize the outstanding blood and masters from the direct and collateral lines of the family, bring all the resources of the family, the faster the better, and retreat from the secret passage at full speed. However, beware of the presence of spies, and do not allow anyone to Out of sight."
Hearing that his eldest brother had regained his confidence, Dongfang Changwei was delighted and asked: "What about the others?"
Dongfang Changsheng narrowed his eyes: "There must be spies from all sides in the family, so we have to keep secrets. In addition, if everyone is gone, how can we hide it from all parties? If a family wants to survive forever, it must make sacrifices. , do you understand?”
Dongfang Changwei still didn't understand the implication. This was to sacrifice the people left behind to protect the selected seeds. He trembled his lips a few times, but it was related to the survival of the Dongfang family, so he didn't dare to say anything this time. .
Not long after, all four people came downstairs and took action to evacuate.
A few days later, batch after batch of elites disappeared in Guiyun Mountain. However, due to the clear hierarchy of the Dongfang family, the disappearing people made up their own reasons, so they did not arouse suspicion in the short term.
When some people discovered something was wrong, Dongfang Changsheng believed that he and his people had successfully escaped from the surveillance of all parties...
In one and a half months, the Zhang Jiajun and the Demon Sect army pushed all the way, with piles of corpses at their feet, and took Guiyun City, where the Dongfang Family was located, from the South China Sea, the East China Sea, and the North Sea.
These three armies seemed to be competing, each rushing faster than the other. Within only three days, they arrived outside Guiyun City and surrounded the vast Guiyun Mountain.
The world is shocked!
Who doesn't know that Guiyun Mountain is the nest and foundation of the Dongfang Family, but in the end, they were beaten to the edge of the nest in the first battle and had no way to retreat.
When the news came out, the world seemed to have seen the unparalleled warlord who had been entrenched in the Eastern Zhou Dynasty for hundreds of years, and even once firmly seated in the Southern Nine Realms, vanished into ashes and ended sadly. I don't know if it was sad or sighing.
Surrounded by a large army, Guiyun Mountain was eerily quiet. The warriors who usually guarded the foot of the mountain and the mountainside shrank to the top of the mountain, and there was a thick formation of energy flowing in the air.
It turned out that after a long period of time, the news of the retreat of Dongfang Changsheng and others was still spread by some people in the clan. Today, the Guiyun Mountain is leaderless and panicked, and it is impossible to organize effective resistance.
The result is obvious. Half a day later, Guiyun Mountain was destroyed. The once arrogant Dongfang family was severely weakened and was nominally wiped out.
Most of the land of the Nine Paths has fallen into the hands of the Seven Paths of Jinghua, and the remaining part is still stubbornly resisting, but judging from the situation, it cannot resist for long.