Perspective: Bai Yueguang

Although the city was protected by enchantment, it seems that the enchantment was not activated from the beginning. Previously, Fir's students reported that they only went in the direction of the Ais Empire, which means that the cities in the Eastern Continent were not prepared when the first attack came.

This could be seen from the state of the meeting hall in the city tower. The entire meeting hall looked like it had been swept by a storm. Except for some sturdy chairs and tables still in place, decorations on the walls were scattered on the floor, and there was even a fist-sized hole in one of the walls.

The Royal Teacher noticed my gaze and awkwardly smiled. "We have all our energy focused on healing the injured, so the city's restoration has not yet begun, so..."

"I understand, I understand," I said with a smile. "So, please tell us about the current situation."

"Well, since last week, some members of the Aquatic Tribe have been emerging from the sea and continuously attacking humans. Initially, it was just minor harassment by small teams. We sent some military forces to suppress their attacks. Until one day, a few escaped residents rushed into another city to report that a legion of the Aquatic Tribe emerged directly from the seabed and annihilated the troops we had sent, we realized it was no longer just harassment but a full-blown war."

"An army of the Aquatic Tribe? Odd, what was the point of the initial harassment? It would only serve to alert everyone in advance."

"That's what puzzles us," the Royal Teacher nodded. "Do other countries have any news? Or, what about the dragons and elves, any movements from their side?"

"I...I'm not sure. Since the war began, everyone has been actively preparing, paying no attention to other cities. But I believe the Aquatic Tribe must have more targets than just our country."

"That makes sense..."

"What happened next?" Hei Luoli asked. "Did the Aquatic Tribe legion attack?"

"Yes, Your Highness. But we immediately issued evacuation orders through the fastest means possible, directing everyone to gather in the capital. The capital has excellent defense and supply facilities, so we are relatively safe..."

"This was exactly how I designed the city from the beginning," Ligan said. "The city is primarily defensive, with medical facilities, self-sufficient capabilities, and defensive enchantments. However, only the bearer of the royal seal can activate it... I checked before, and fortunately, the city has not been significantly altered. It's a relief, but it pains me that the royal seal was treated as a mere ornament placed on a cabinet."

"The royal seal..."

So this world also has such things, and it's actually a key to mechanisms, quite intriguing.

"Well, not all is lost," Hei Luoli nodded.

"But we don't know what the Aquatic Tribe is up to," Taishi Xi suddenly spoke up. "Although the ancient covenant was broken, enchantments disappeared, and surrounding races likely started invading the Lost Continent. But for now, only the Aquatic Tribe has taken action, and we don't know their intentions. It would be unwise to engage them head-on without understanding their motives."

"Exactly," Ligan also nodded. "It's surprising how swiftly time has passed since the ancient covenant was signed... I wonder how many years you've lived? Did you really start the Lugu Kingdom when you separated from the Lost Continent? That's terrifying, right? But you, having cultivated for thousands of years and only reaching a little over level one hundred, shame on you? Those dragons look way stronger than you, don't they? Oh well, no wonder you all came to the Lost Continent to train, your efficiency is practically non-existent. Learn from us, okay? Just look at Hei Luoli, she reached level fifty in no time, right? Apart from you, there's practically...no one who can match her, right?"

"So the Aquatic Tribe's actions are totally incomprehensible," Hei Luoli remarked. "After all, the elves and dragons are waiting by, and if the Aquatic Tribe exhaust us first, the dragons and elves could swoop in and reap the benefits. Aren't they acting foolishly?"

"The elves...they are not the issue, they never partake in such invasions," Ligan shook his head. "But the dragons and the Aquatic Tribe have always been at odds. If one side gains an advantage, the other will certainly interfere. But now, the dragons and elves are seemingly playing house, and we have no idea what these three races are planning."

"Or...there may be an even more terrifying possibility," I suddenly thought of a scenario. "What if the Aquatic Tribe has acquired power that surpasses the other two races? So instead of facing them head-on, the elves and dragons have decided to let the humans— not just from the Lost Continent, but also from the West and East Continents— engage with the Aquatic Tribe first, then find a way to deal with them?"

"This..." Ligan pondered, furrowing his brows. "That would indeed be the worst-case scenario, as if that were the case, humans would suffer the greatest harm."

"But if humans emerge victorious," I smiled, "they could dominate this world."

"Haha, your ambition is commendable, but it's still challenging without knowing the enemy's situation," Ligan chuckled. "There will surely be a way, moreover..."

I suddenly thought of another organization, Snake Eye. Their goal is to make humans stronger, isn't this a great opportunity?

"Humanity is far stronger than we imagine, much stronger, you just haven't experienced it yet," Ligan continued. "Haha, let's hope so. Ah, if only we had indulged ourselves during this time, most of the world is now engulfed in the flames of war following our training on the Lost Continent. The only benefit is getting to see how the outside world will look in ten thousand years, hahaha."

This old man, why does he seem to be constantly thinking about leisurely activities? Could it be that he spent his entire cultivation time playing?

It's quite possible... I can only wryly smile at that.

"Alright, let's plan our next actions now. Defense is a given, but we also need to communicate with our allies... Do you have Blue Moon terminals?"

"We do...although we rarely used them," the Royal Teacher said.

"Good, but our familiarity with the other regions is limited, namely the Ais Empire, the Chelfa Kingdom, the Witte Empire, and the Rosend Kingdom."

The Rosend Kingdom is now the headquarters of the Blue Moon Company...

"The two most powerful empires from the West Continent...you did go to quite distant places," the Royal Teacher chuckled.

"Believe me, we've been to even farther places. We've returned from beyond the sea... Oh, by the way, there are still ships from the Cui family on the coast, do you know them?"

"The Cui family..." Ligan's expression suddenly changed. "Do they have a formidable suit of armor?"

"Um...yes."

"God...they got here first."

Ligan sighed. "It seems there are many stories between you...but now they hardly pose any fighting force."

"No, the true power of that armor has never been fully unleashed, believe me. If that armor is fully utilized, the user will die."

"..."

I can't help but feel that the armor would suit us perfectly. I guess I need to have a chat with Cui Zhengping.

"Report!"

Just then, a city defense soldier rushed in, his face pale. "What's wrong? Aquatic Tribe or Shadow Legion?"

"N-no, it's much worse than that," the soldier gasped, then continued, "It's...the Shadow Legion, a massive Shadow Legion is heading towards us, and leading the charge is...Li Shuang!"

You...are you really starting to address the Emperor directly?

Wait a minute, Li Shuang?

"It seems that scoundrel wants me to personally deal with him..."

Hei Luoli stood up solemnly. "Let's go, Bai. This is a rare opportunity for a massive brawl."

You make a valid point, but I can't shake the feeling that it's the other way around—they're ganging up on us, right?