The Unparalleled Sword Emperor Chapter 2621 - 2596: Dividing Under Heaven into Three

Lin Bai drew in a deep breath before asking, "Is it going to be a tripartite world?"

Bai Xiaoxiao replied, "Lin Bai, should Jianghai Region battle the Demon Sect and we claim victory, East Continent's future layout will unfold exactly like this!"

"Shenwu Kingdom of mine shall seize the lands along East Continent's southern borders!"

"Meanwhile, the Great Witch Dynasty and Jianghai Region will push outward, claiming a third of the eastern lands!"

"The last third falls to turbulent realms like the Flaming Dragon Dynasty, Li Dynasty, Qingyu Dynasty, Divine Sky Dynasty, Dynasty of Beasts, True Martial Dynasty, Divine Dragon Domain, Phoenix Song Area, and more, locked in endless strife!"

"Countless overlords will grasp the moment to ascend and battle for dominance!"

"Thus claiming the final third of East Continent!"

"Indeed, your words ring true. Victory ensures East Continent's future shapes into a tripartite standoff!"

"Yet this balance won't endure forever!"

Bai Xiaoxiao declared with a grin.

Lin Bai murmured gently, "Your thoughts are so crystal clear, it's evident you've laid all preparations for Shenwu Kingdom prior to joining East Continent Academy?"

"I suspect you've schemed not just for the tripartite split! Even in defeat, you've devised a path for Shenwu Kingdom to endure under Demon Sect rule, haven't you?"

Bai Xiaoxiao let out a soft chuckle, "Every era of chaos births its heroes!"

Lin Bai warned, "Still, stay wary of Jianghai Region and the Great Witch Dynasty. True, I've aided your grand plan, convincing Sword Domain and Soul-breaking Area's warriors to abandon their holds and flock to Jianghai Region!"

"Yet Jianghai Region stands as one of the Nine Great Domains, harboring the Great Witch Dynasty among the Ten Great Dynasties."

"With hordes of powerhouses flooding in, Jianghai Region and the Great Witch Dynasty will devour them all, skyrocketing to East Continent's mightiest peaks!"

"When East Continent's turmoil erupts, its shockwaves will inevitably rattle Jianghai Region and the Great Witch Dynasty. To claim the southern domains, Shenwu Kingdom must clash as foes with them!"

Lin Bai stated calmly.

Bai Xiaoxiao burst into laughter, "I get it, but Jianghai Region and the Great Witch Dynasty hug East Continent's eastern fringes, whereas Shenwu Kingdom targets the southern expanse!"

"Even if they seek to crush Shenwu Kingdom, it won't happen in a flash!"

"Grant me merely some time, and I'll conquer all of East Continent's south!"

Bai Xiaoxiao affirmed with a beaming smile.

Lin Bai shook his head with a grin, "Looks like you've plotted every detail meticulously—each move, every pawn, all accounted for!"

Bai Xiaoxiao smiled back, "Naturally, this is Shenwu Kingdom's golden chance!"

Lin Bai gazed at Bai Xiaoxiao with a smile, now grasping fully that her enrollment in East Continent Academy served to plot against the Demon Sect purely for Shenwu Kingdom's fortunes.

Within the palace, after hearing Bai Xiaoxiao out, Lin Bai sank into quiet contemplation. Moments later, he inquired, "Are you keeping secrets from me?"

Bai Xiaoxiao's lovely eyes flickered sharply as she denied, "No!"

Lin Bai pressed, "Atop Order Divine Mountain, your face twisted wildly upon hearing the Demon Sect Master and Zhao Yue's names—brief as it was, I caught it."

"Have you encountered the Demon Sect Master before?"

"Or perhaps you know his origins?"

Lin Bai stared into Bai Xiaoxiao's eyes, his voice icy.

Bai Xiaoxiao met Lin Bai's gaze blankly, her features etched with tangled feelings.

After what felt like ages, Bai Xiaoxiao insisted, "I hide nothing from you!"

"Besides, Shenwu Kingdom's Shadow Department probes the Demon Sect's core base. Once located, I'll alert you immediately!"

"United, triumph in this war will come easily!"

Bai Xiaoxiao swiftly shifted topics, addressing Lin Bai.

Lin Bai gave a nod, "Very well!"

Bai Xiaoxiao added, "Rest up then. I'll handle the setups for Chu Jiangliu!"

Lin Bai nodded faintly.

With that, Bai Xiaoxiao departed the palace, casting a look at Hu Xiner perched on the cliff, before quietly heading to Dragon Raising Island's shoreline, observing the surging waves beyond.

On the sandy shore, Bai Xiaoxiao breathed deeply, eyes shutting in helpless resignation.

Meanwhile, Chu Jiangliu was covertly guarding Bai Xiaoxiao at the head of his troops.

Observing the strained look on Bai Xiaoxiao's face, Chu Jiangliu felt a touch of helplessness himself.

Chu Jiangliu fully grasped the tough predicament Bai Xiaoxiao faced.

Especially concerning the Demon Sect Master!

Following a prolonged hush, Chu Jiangliu stepped out from the darkness, approached Bai Xiaoxiao's side, and cupped his fists as he spoke, "Your Majesty, have you arranged with Sword Prince?"

Bai Xiaoxiao gave a faint nod, "There's not much to arrange. I simply shared Shenwu Kingdom’s upcoming plans with him, but some matters... I really don’t know how to reveal them to him!"

Chu Jiangliu inquired with curiosity, "Does it concern the Demon Sect Master?"

Bai Xiaoxiao nodded lightly, "Chu Jiangliu, he'll lose his mind if he discovers it!"

"The vital issue is... I'm plotting against the Demon Sect at present; if he uncovers the truth afterward, might he resent me?"

Bai Xiaoxiao uttered these words, her features twisted in agony.

Chu Jiangliu chuckled, "Sword Prince surely won't hold it against you!"

Bai Xiaoxiao asked curiously, "Why is that?"

Chu Jiangliu grinned, "For one, both she and Your Majesty rank highest in Sword Prince's heart. He would never harm one to favor the other!"

"Moreover, Sword Prince comprehends better than all that the turmoil ravaging East Continent demands someone to rise and restore order, and with Your Majesty taking the lead, he'll stand firmly behind you!"

"Lest we forget, Sword Prince backed your choice without hesitation upon Order Divine Mountain!"

Chu Jiangliu murmured softly.

Bai Xiaoxiao nodded faintly.

Chu Jiangliu went on, "Yet what troubles Your Majesty, I suspect, goes beyond this dilemma."

Bai Xiaoxiao smiled faintly, "Can you read my mind?"

Chu Jiangliu spoke gravely, "The Demon Sect Master spreads chaos across East Continent now; whatever her motives, her atrocities are unforgivable. Victory in this war means the Demon Sect's downfall, and her inevitable doom!"

"Your Majesty worries about whether to disclose everything to Sword Prince, correct?"

Bai Xiaoxiao paused in silence before saying, "Chu Jiangliu, in your view, should I inform him?"

"Should I speak up, I dread what drastic actions he might take!"

"If I stay silent, and Demon Sect crumbles with her death, Lin Bai will descend into madness!"

"Tell him or not, either path torments me deeply!"

Bai Xiaoxiao squeezed her eyes shut in torment.

Chu Jiangliu advised, "Given Your Majesty's indecision, why force a choice? Let events unfold naturally. I have utmost faith in Sword Prince—he'll navigate this storm masterfully!"

Bai Xiaoxiao replied in anguish, "His journey thus far has been paved with blood and sorrow at every turn; I refuse to let him endure that soul-shattering agony anew!"

"Chu Jiangliu, when Lin Bai lays eyes on her once more, can he truly withstand it?"

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