Golden Ranking Appears, My Empress Turns Out to Be Wu Zhao

[Advisor Ranking – Rank 4]

[Wei Liao]

[Nation: Qin Dynasty]

[Potential: Top Advisor of Nine Provinces]

[Strategy Rating: Five Stars]

[Strength: Super First-Rate]

[Reward: 1x Intermediate-Tier Advisor Skill Card, 1x Spiritual Power Enhancement Card, +15% National Fortune]

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Jia Xu narrowed his eyes as he looked up at the ranking in the sky.

Wei Liao.

This man's reputation was well-known to him.

Back then, when Ying Zheng unified the Six Kingdoms and established the Qin Dynasty, Wei Liao had played an indispensable role.

Moreover, this man was extremely well-hidden, and his strength was immeasurable.

He was one of the most easily overlooked individuals.

Most critically, at present, the one in control of the Qin Dynasty's Black Ice Platform was none other than him.

Compared to the Former Black Ice Platform Leader, Black Shadow, Wei Liao's methods were far superior.

Furthermore, during the recent time spent in the Northern Song Dynasty Territory, his own Secret Intelligence Division had clashed with the Black Ice Platform multiple times.

Both sides had wins and losses.

This only made Jia Xu even more cautious of Wei Liao.

In the future, when their two nations became enemies, this person would be a major threat.

He had to keep a close watch on him while time still allowed.

He needed to probe and gather more intelligence.

That way, when war broke out between their countries, he could make the necessary adjustments.

He shook his head.

Clearing his mind of distracting thoughts.

The priority now was to focus on the battlefield between the Great Li Kingdom and the Northern Song Dynasty.

Using the Northern Song Dynasty to destroy Great Li Kingdom would make things much easier for the Vast Sea Dynasty once it eventually annihilated the Song Dynasty.

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General Wu Jie Military Tent.

Numerous generals of the Song Dynasty looked warily at the monk before them.

"You are Great Li Kingdom's Duan Siping?"

"You slaughter our Great Li Kingdom citizens and now seek to destroy our Great Li Kingdom. Your sins are beyond forgiveness!"

"Prepare to die!"

Duan Siping couldn't even be bothered to reply.

Not a word of nonsense.

He immediately unleashed a killing blow.

The sooner he eliminated these people, the sooner the Northern Song Army would fall, and the safer Great Li Kingdom would be.

The Six Meridian Divine Sword was instantly activated.

The terrifying sword aura was blinding and razor-sharp.

At the forefront of the attack was none other than Marshal Wu Jie of the Northern Song Army.

Whoosh!

At the moment when Wu Jie's life was hanging by a thread.

Boom!

A vast surge of inner force clashed with the terrifying sword aura.

The shockwave of the attack spread rapidly.

The entire military tent was blown away in an instant.

All the other generals nearby were thrown flying.

But immediately after, a gentle force protected them.

They remained unharmed.

"It's Lord Huang Shang from the Imperial City Division!"

All the generals on site immediately recognized the newcomer.

Their expressions turned to joy.

Their lives had been saved.

"Marshal Wu, I will handle Duan Siping myself. You are to immediately lead the army to attack Great Li Capital and eradicate the Great Li Kingdom entirely!"

"If there are any top-tier fighters obstructing your path, the Imperial City Division will deal with them!"

"Thank you, Lord Huang!"

"This marshal will now proceed to destroy the Great Li Kingdom."

Wu Jie responded decisively, bowed, and left with the other generals.

Duan Siping's expression turned grim.

He wanted to intercept them.

But in the next moment, Huang Shang's deadly assault was already upon him.

"Lord Huang Shang, what must we do for the Song Dynasty to cease its aggression toward the Great Li Kingdom?"

"No matter the cost, the Great Li Kingdom is willing to pay."

"We only hope the Song Dynasty will leave us a way to survive."

Huang Shang snorted coldly.

"A way to survive?"

"When the Great Li Kingdom joined forces with the Tibet Kingdom and Western Xia Kingdom to attack the Song Dynasty, why didn't you leave us a way to survive?"

"If not for the deep foundations of the Song Dynasty, we would've already been destroyed by you."

"Since you have shown the ambition of wolves, don't blame the Song Dynasty for being ruthless."

"Even you, Duan Siping, will not escape this time!"

"Prepare to die!"

"I've heard that you created a technique called the Six Meridian Divine Sword, said to be quite formidable. Let me see it for myself!"

"Huang Shang, you're truly pushing me too far."

"If you won't leave me any leeway, don't blame me for fighting to the bitter end!"

Whoosh whoosh whoosh!

Three sharp sword auras shot out from Duan Siping's three fingers.

Even Huang Shang felt a shiver of dread.

If not for his superior speed and higher Realm, he might've been injured.

However, his Nine Yin True Scripture was no ordinary technique.

Especially after reaching the Mythical Realm, the Nine Yin True Scripture had been elevated to the Mythical-Grade.

Far beyond the incomplete versions circulating in the world.

Boom boom boom!

A fierce battle broke out.

Sword aura and palm strikes ravaged the surroundings.

Everything nearby was reduced to ruins.

The entire military camp was in chaos.

Unfortunately.

The gap between the Heavenly Human Realm and the Mythical Realm was simply too vast.

For a short while, Duan Siping could use his Six Meridian Divine Sword to trouble Huang Shang.

But as time passed.

The disadvantage in Realm became evident.

Boom!

Huang Shang turned into a shadow, instantly appearing before Duan Siping.

A move from the Nine Yin Bone Claw struck directly at his chest.

Pfft!

A mouthful of blood sprayed out.

Duan Siping was sent flying, crashing into the ground.

His heart meridians were damaged.

Had his cultivation not been profound, he would've perished from that strike.

"How... Great Li Capital has fallen so quickly?"

As despair gripped Duan Siping's heart, he heard the sound of siege weapons from afar.

Moments later, the gates of Great Li Capital swung open.

The Northern Song Army charged in furiously.

Clearly, someone inside had betrayed them and opened the gates.

"Duan Siping, it seems your rule over Great Li Kingdom was not as beloved as you imagined!"

"Huang Shang, don't be too pleased with yourself. Do you really think that by destroying the Great Li Kingdom, the Song Dynasty will be safe?"

"With that useless emperor Zhao Ji on the throne, the Northern Song Dynasty's destruction is only a matter of time."

"You too, Huang Shang, will suffer the same fate as I."

"I'll be waiting for you in hell, to see if your end will be any better than mine!"

Duan Siping, now heavily injured and powerless.

His kingdom, the Great Li Kingdom, had also just been destroyed by the Northern Song Dynasty.

He was completely engulfed by despair and hatred.

Especially toward Huang Shang, who had ruined everything.

If not for his interference.

He could've killed those Northern Song Dynasty's generals.

The Great Li Kingdom might still have had a chance of victory.

But now?

Everything was over!

Duan Siping closed his eyes in despair.

"Hmph, Duan Siping, you were once a formidable figure. Dying by my hand today is not a disgrace."

Huang Shang sneered.

He raised his hand again and unleashed the Great Demon Subduing Fist.

Aimed straight at Duan Siping's heart.

This time, with Duan Siping's current state, there was no way he could survive.

But at this critical moment.

Another figure suddenly appeared.

Instantly blocking Huang Shang's strike.

The terrifying counter-force even pushed Huang Shang back several steps.

And in that fleeting moment.

The mysterious figure grabbed Duan Siping by the collar and rapidly flew away.

His speed was astonishing.

Even Huang Shang couldn't react in time.

The two vanished without a trace.

"Who was that?"

"Such terrifying strength!"

Even Huang Shang was shaken.

The other's strength surpassed even his own.

It seemed the intruder had no intention of lingering in battle.

The main goal was clearly to rescue Duan Siping.

Was it simply to recruit a powerful fighter?

Or to use Duan Siping for actions that defied the Song Dynasty?

Either way, the destruction of the Great Li Kingdom had been accomplished!

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On a distant hill above the battlefield.

Jia Xu and others had witnessed the entire confrontation.

"Interesting. An unexpected surprise!"

Jia Xu smirked.

"Lord, who was the one who saved Duan Siping just now?"

"To have the strength to repel Huang Shang in a single blow, that person must be at least in the Mythical Realm."

"Which dynasty did he come from?"

"The Ming Dynasty? The Qin Dynasty? Or the Tang Dynasty?"

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Elsewhere.

A terrifying figure clutched Duan Siping as they swiftly flew across the land.

Before long, they reached a mountain peak.

Surprisingly.

Another person was already waiting there.

"Bad Marshal, impressive work. You brought him back so quickly!"

"Looks like the Tang Dynasty's Bad People is about to gain another great talent!"

"If used well, he might bring benefits to the Tang Dynasty beyond imagination."

It turned out the one who rescued Duan Siping was the Tang Dynasty's Bad Marshal, Yuan Tiangang.

And the man waiting for him was already his ally.

"Wei Liao, you're giving too much praise. Compared to the Qin Dynasty, the Tang Dynasty still lacks deep roots."

"So this marshal must seek out more talents for His Majesty!"

"Duan Siping built the Great Li Kingdom on his own."

"Though the Great Li Kingdom is small and weak, it cannot be underestimated."

"Moreover, though he's only at the Heavenly Human Realm, his Six Meridian Divine Sword technique is indeed worth cultivating."

"If properly trained, there's a good chance he could advance to the Mythical Realm in the future."

"Of course, that's only if he doesn't betray us."

Wei Liao.

The new Black Ice Platform Leader, had allied with the Bad Marshal.

And judging by their tone, the alliance wasn't recent.

"Bad Marshal, perhaps not."

"A man of his intellect surely realizes that your rescue wasn't out of kindness."

"You stood by while the Great Li Kingdom was destroyed and only saved him at his most desperate moment."

"He may owe you his life, but he won't feel any gratitude."

"In fact, it would be a miracle if he didn't harbor resentment."

"This man may be powerful, but his value is limited."

"Bad Marshal, be careful not to be betrayed in the future!"

Wei Liao glanced at the unconscious Duan Siping on the ground and said coldly.

For now, Yuan Tiangang and his Bad People were useful allies.

There was still value in working together.

If he suffered a major loss, it would disrupt Wei Liao's plans.

"Don't worry, Wei Liao. In this marshal's hands, no matter how cunning Duan Siping is, he won't escape my control!"

Yuan Tiangang clenched his right hand with confidence.

"In that case, I'll say no more."

"Let's move on with our plan!"

"You've noticed it too. The Northern Song Dynasty's sudden shift in strategy, launching a full-scale war against the Great Li Kingdom, clearly shows someone's intervention!"

"Indeed. Their tactics surprised even me."

"A worthy opponent."

"Was it the Ming Dynasty's Military Advisor Division?"

"Unlikely. I've been monitoring them closely, and they're entangled in another matter."

"This time, it's almost certainly the Vast Sea Dynasty's Secret Intelligence Division."

"Jia Xu is no ordinary man. Making the Advisor Ranking is no fluke."

"Most importantly, he's backed by an immense power."

"I think the same."

"While rescuing Duan Siping, I sensed a group closely observing the battlefield from afar."

"I'm certain it was Jia Xu and his Secret Intelligence Division."

At that, both Wei Liao and Yuan Tiangang turned serious.

They didn't fear the Northern Song Dynasty.

But the Vast Sea Dynasty was a different story.

They couldn't afford to be careless.

The Vast Sea Dynasty's power exceeded all expectations.

Only the Tang Dynasty's Bad People and the Qin Dynasty's Black Ice Platform had the potential to stand against them.

That was why, as soon as Wei Liao entered the Northern Song Dynasty Territory and gathered intelligence, he immediately decided to form this alliance.

Alone, even with the Black Ice Platform, he might not be able to contend with the Vast Sea Dynasty.

Especially since all signs pointed to the Vast Sea Dynasty making the Northern Song Dynasty its next target after devouring the Southern Song Dynasty.

Jia Xu's recent series of maneuvers had made that clear.

They had to remain alert and cautious.

If the Vast Sea Dynasty succeeded in eliminating the Northern Song Dynasty, it would pose a great threat to both the Qin Dynasty and Tang Dynasty.

They couldn't allow that to happen.

Unfortunately.

The Vast Sea Dynasty and the Ming Dynasty had not gone to full war.

A disappointing outcome.

However.

There were still ways to stir conflict between them.

If they could provoke the two super dynasties into direct confrontation, it would only benefit the Qin Dynasty and Tang Dynasty.