Daily Intelligence System: Don't Kill Me, Honey! Chapter 1663 - 384: The Army Attacks the Mountain, Dragon King Arrives!

The three armies charged forward together, launching a direct assault on Bright Peak.

To breach Bright Peak head-on, one must overcome seven key passes: Iron Blood, Wolf Smoke, Heavenly Peril, Cloud Platform, Jinge, Gusong, and Wangchuan!

Conquering these seven passes upfront allows a straight path to assault Bright Peak itself.

Every one of these seven passes serves a distinct purpose. The initial one, Iron Blood, acts as the frontline barrier, lacking great steepness, so defenders rely on unyielding resolve, clashing with true blades and spears, staking their lives and spilling blood—that's why it's called Iron Blood.

Right after comes the second pass, Wolf Smoke. This so-called Wolf Smoke exists to swiftly alert the mountaintop, mainly functioning as an early warning mechanism by igniting wolf smoke signals to inform the higher defenders of the enemy's advance.

Then arrives the third pass, Heavenly Peril, true to its name; it's a spot of sheer natural hazard, simple to guard yet tough to storm—undoubtedly Bright Peak's premier challenge. Overcoming it demands sacrificing countless lives.

The fourth pass, Cloud Platform.

Cloud Platform, as suggested by its title, lies partially shrouded in white clouds, forming a visual barrier that's hard for foes to penetrate. It offers superb oversight from above, thus frequently doubling as the top command center.

It enables control over the entire battlefield.

The fifth pass, Jinge.

Once Cloud Platform, the fourth pass, falls, Jinge turns into the next defensive stronghold. Its landscape grows even rougher, with certain bottlenecks allowing just a single cart to squeeze through. It stands as Bright Peak's secondary true defensive line, a site of fierce, all-out struggles, and a tactical cushion when Heavenly Peril, the third pass, proves untenable.

The sixth pass, Gusong!

This one's name derives from a prominent welcoming pine tree, providing a level area for buffering, commonly utilized to stockpile supplies essential for all seven passes.

The seventh pass, Wangchuan!

Words are unnecessary. This is Bright Peak's final gateway; if it crumbles, Bright Peak faces doom, much like the Wangchuan River—fail to hold it, and it's a straight drop to the underworld, symbolizing the ultimate bastion.

These represent the seven crucial passes guarding the Zoroastrian Sect’s Bright Peak.

Right then, as the imperial army advanced, the Zoroastrian Sect guards at Iron Blood Pass, the first one, spotted them. Witnessing the Grey Wolf Army and White Deer Army pour in like a raging flood, the two thousand defenders there stood stunned.

They gulped nervously, and before that gulp settled, the Treasure Elephant Army stirred into motion.

As the massive elephants, towering nearly three meters, appeared in terrifying array, everyone froze in speechless dread.

At the same time, the defenders at Wolf Smoke Pass, the second barrier, caught sight too and yelled in alarm: "They're coming, attacking, hurry, ignite the wolf smoke!"

Hearing that, someone rushed to set off the wolf smoke.

Observing the rising plumes of wolf smoke, Mr. Guan from Cloud Platform surveyed the chaos below, seeing the imperial forces launch their onslaught.

Mr. Guan wore a solemn look, flanked by the Five Elements Banner Masters.

The Five Banner Masters' expressions turned grim at that instant.

Mr. Guan thought briefly, then declared, "The imperial army advances with overwhelming force, their intent clearly hostile. All must steel themselves for brutal combat."

The Five Elements Banner Masters responded, "We pledge to stand and fall with the Holy Sect."

Mr. Guan gave a slight nod and called out, "Xing Ran."

"Subordinate present."

Xing Ran, Fiery Fire Banner Master, stepped up with fists cupped. Mr. Guan asked, "Is the Fiery Fire Flag prepared?"

Xing Ran replied, "The over three thousand in Fiery Fire Flag stand ready to live and die for the Holy Sect."

"Excellent. I now issue the Dharma King Order: the Flame Banner Group conceals to the left of Heavenly Peril Pass, awaiting the signal to unleash fire attacks."

"Orders received and followed."

Xing Ran spun around and departed at once, guiding his troops to Heavenly Peril Pass's left flank, poised to ignite flames on command.

Mr. Guan pressed on, "Flood Banner Master Tang Yang."

"Subordinate present."

"I order your Flood Flag to lie in wait on the right of Heavenly Peril Pass. Once Fiery Fire Flag unleashes flames, you follow with toxic water to strike the foe—execute without fail."

"Orders received!"

Flood Banner Master Tang Yang bowed sharply, hastening to ready the Flood Flag's assault.

Likewise, Mr. Guan went on, "Giant Wood Flag, Sharp Gold Flag."

"Subordinate present."

Right then, Giant Wood Banner Master Wen Cangsong and Sharp Gold Banner Master Wu Jingcao advanced forward, their fists cupped in respect.

Just then, Mr. Guan declared, "Giant Wood Flag charges straight at the foes, Sharp Gold Flag unleashes distant barrages—we absolutely must block the imperial forces right at Heavenly Peril Pass."

"Yes."

The pair responded without delay, and Mr. Guan pressed on, "Where is the Thick Earth Flag?"

"Subordinate present."

Thick Earth Banner Master Yan Heng swiftly cupped his fists.

Mr. Guan commanded, "Handle the rolling logs, boulders, traps, and cable paths—all under your watch. Make sure everything functions perfectly."

"Yes."

Yan Heng replied at once.

Now, Mr. Guan called out, "Where are the Twelve Guardians?"

The guardians who hadn't yet ventured into the Ruins all came forward upon hearing him, proclaiming, "Subordinate here."

Mr. Guan ordered, "Lead these leftover thirty thousand Cult Members, work alongside Giant Wood Flag and Sharp Gold Flag, and make certain the enemies perish beyond the gates."

"Yes."

Everyone cupped their fists and answered promptly.

Resistance positions were quickly doled out to all, when suddenly a voice from behind Mr. Guan rang out, "The imperial army nears Iron Blood Pass—shall we send reinforcements?"

Mr. Guan shot back, "Pull everyone out completely from Iron Blood and Wolf Smoke Passes, steer clear of fights—Thick Earth Flag readies the getaway paths."

"Ah, Dharma King, pulling back without clashing—won't that shatter our fighting spirit?"

A Zoroastrian Sect follower behind voiced concern at that point. Mr. Guan fixed them with an icy stare and stated, "The empire dispatched crack troops; lacking defensive advantages at Iron Blood and Wolf Smoke Passes, there's no point throwing away lives for nothing."

With a heavy sigh, Mr. Guan spun around, hands clasped behind his back as he gazed downward, declaring, "Credit where it's due—the court truly pulled out all stops against our Zoroastrian Sect."