A Top Scholar in Everything

Zenith City has fallen.

Although the two Grandmasters had already speculated, hearing it directly from Baiyu was still somewhat unbelievable.

The sense of shock fermented in everyone's hearts.

Zenith City, known as the Undefeated City, had at least more than ten Grandmasters.

Also hidden experts in the dark, and those hidden old monsters within the various families.

Adding all these together.

The number of Grandmasters would probably be around twenty to thirty.

Along with the power of the Bounty Hunter Association, Anomaly Bureau, Eternal Church, two Martial Arts Schools, and the Shelter of Zenith City, how strong was this power?

Even a small country could be toppled.

Maple Leaf County is a critical county in the southern part of the East Prosperity Imperial.

It blocks the Mist Deceit Forest to the west and rejects the Floating Stone Mountain Range to the north.

Therefore, its defense forces have always been extremely strong.

Among the southern counties.

Only Haiqing County, the richest and largest county in the southern region, was militarily stronger.

Now it's been breached by aliens and Exotic Beasts.

It's imaginable how terrifying the power on the other side must be.

Baiyu saw the expressions of slight confusion amidst shock on everyone's faces and couldn't help but explain, "The most impregnable fortress in the world is breached from within.

You should have seen the appearance of those parasitic beings in front of the city walls just now.

With the current detection technology, it's clearly impossible to detect them.

And there are quite a few such parasitic beings in Zenith City, possibly even among the high-level personnel.

At that time, I encountered two students from the student council being parasitized.

Furthermore.

This time, besides driving the Exotic Beasts, the aliens included at least three of those giants, I don't know how these alchemical creatures were made.

But.

Judging from their combat power, ordinary Grandmasters are simply no match for them."

The Nether Emperor and the elder from Golden Rainbow Academy's expressions slightly changed.

Indeed.

If that's the case, it makes sense.

There are spies among the Human Race.

Because the aliens and demons have various means to control people, but the Imperial's screening and testing for spies are extremely strict.

If there appears to be a controlling object undetectable at present.

It's very likely.

The demons would secretly control a large batch of people.

If even a high-level individual is controlled, it could lead to numerous issues.

Not to mention.

Those terrifying giants, a single one is enough to destroy Linjiang City, with three, it's not hard to understand why Zenith City would fall.

"Could it be that the strong ones in Zenith City have already started fleeing?"

Recalling that the Imperial side still hadn't responded.

Pang Fei couldn't help but slam his fist on the table, a fiery anger burning on his face:

"That's a major city, just abandoned like that.

If Zenith City falls, the surrounding towns will be threatened, don't they understand the concept of shared fate?

A county falling into enemy hands.

No one can bear such responsibility."

Baiyu shook his head, "There are still many people in Zenith City, the strong ones from the Martial Arts School and the Church are still fighting valiantly.

However.

For ordinary people like us, staying would only be sending ourselves to our deaths.

Without organization or preparation.

To us low-level Martial Artists, Zenith City is nothing but a meat grinder, we wouldn't even qualify as cannon fodder.

Only Elite Level Martial Artists might qualify as cannon fodder."

The atmosphere in the conference room was heavy.

From Baiyu's words, they understood just how dire the situation in Zenith City was.

Tang Xiaoyu asked somewhat hesitantly, "Don't you have a Legendary Ship? That's the strongest war weapon that even giants fear!"

Baiyu glanced at this big-breasted but simple-minded woman, reluctant to explain: "If I could easily deploy the Legendary Ship, would I have let that giant escape?"

Everyone knew the answer.

A Tier Seven Martial Artist, no matter how talented, can't operate such an ultimate weapon unscathed.

Secretly.

Baiyu surely paid a hefty price.

"Do we really have to retreat?" Pang Fei reconfirmed.

"Yes, and the sooner the better.

I don't know if those Exotic Beasts and aliens will come back.

Once they catch their breath, Linjiang City will certainly face a stormy assault."

Baiyu's tone was firm.

Pang Fei's brows furrowed into a "川" character, and he said solemnly, "But with so much population in Linjiang City, how is it possible to move everyone?

Large-scale transfers will definitely lead to Exotic Beast attacks during the journey.

Not only would the transfer fail, but the scattered people would likely become the most delectable prey for Exotic Beasts on the Desert."

Pang Fei's concern is not unfounded.

Indeed.

Once transferred, that's bound to happen.

The area around Linjiang City has a vast Desert.

Though Exotic Beasts are hunted down annually, their numbers remain significant.

Moreover, these Exotic Beasts.

Compared to those in the Spirit Realm, they bear greater hatred for the Human Race.

Confrontation means a fight to the death.

"Even couples, mere birds from the same forest, would fly away in a disaster. Let alone in this situation, Uncle Pang, you should understand, right?"

Baiyu knew some decisions were hard to make.

But the reality is.

If you can't save everyone, you have to choose the best option.

Life and death are dictated by fate, success or failure is determined by heaven.

"I understand..."

Pang Fei sighed deeply.

"I'll open the Shelter, and however many we can move inside, we will. After that... it all depends on their luck."

The two Grandmasters also felt quite helpless.

The only good news is that during the migration, having a Legendary Ship for protection should reduce a lot of troubles that other towns won't have the luxury of enjoying.

Afterward.

Pang Fei took stock of Linjiang City's giant transport vehicles and population, frowning even more.

The railway lines were long cut off by Exotic Beasts.

In the air.

It was even more a paradise for Exotic Beasts.

Walking on the ground posed too much uncertainty, but it was now their only viable option.

Boom...

Just as they hesitated to make a decision.

A bright, large signal flare suddenly lit up in the distant sky like a second Sun, its dazzling light suspended in the air.

Judging from Linjiang City's perspective.

Most people in Maple Leaf County should be able to see this signal flare.

They were not unfamiliar with the type and brightness of this flare, which signaled the arrival of aid from the East Prosperity Imperial, indicating that the Imperial had already dispatched reinforcements.

"We probably don't need to retreat anymore!"

Pang Fei said excitedly.

Baiyu furrowed his brow; based on what he had seen and experienced, it was impossible for the Imperial to send reinforcements so quickly and swiftly.

The attack from the demons and aliens was indeed sudden and rapid.

For the Imperial to respond and mobilize an army would take at least a few days.

Moreover.

Even a fortress-like Zenith City had fallen, and the demons wouldn't make such an effort just to kill a few and retreat?

This matter.

Reeks of mystery everywhere.

...

"Uncle Pang, have you really decided to stay?"

"I've decided. I am the Garrison Commander of this city, and unless absolutely necessary, I won't retreat. However, I'm not a stubborn person; if things turn impossible, I'll prioritize safety.

This booklet contains information on retired forces from the Celestial Essence war, also friends of your parents.

Among them are those in Haiqing County.

When you get there, you can contact them."

Half an hour later.

Baiyu stood at the entrance of the Armed Department as Pang Fei handed him a small booklet.

He accepted it silently, then fished out a paper doll from his pocket: "In case of mortal danger, you can use it for self-preservation."