190: Chapter 190 Voluntary Defection

"Your Majesty, King of Qin, I have heard that your strength is immense and your combat power is incomparably formidable, far surpassing those who Cultivate at the same level. You are simply the legendary, invincible God of War. I wonder if I might spar with you!"

After exchanging a few pleasantries with Yang Juncheng, Prince Zhenbei looked at him with a smile and said.

Prince Zhenbei was originally just a Disciple from a humble background. The reason he was granted the title of Prince was because of his immense strength, possessing the cultivation level of a Spirit Refining Grandmaster, and his extremely fierce combat power. He could take on ten at once, sweeping across the Great Qian Empire without any rivals, and was undoubtedly the number one powerhouse of the Great Qian Empire.

As the number one powerhouse of the Great Qian Empire, the role of Prince Zhenbei's strength and combat power was significant.

It is no exaggeration to say that as long as one has sufficient strength, one can single-handedly form an army, rival a nation, and suppress the entire Great Qian Empire, or even the entire world.

Prince Zhenbei wanted to know if Yang Juncheng was the Child of Luck of this world, and testing Yang Juncheng's strength and combat power was all it would take.

"Prince Zhenbei is the number one powerhouse of our Great Qian Empire. Since Prince Zhenbei has personally proposed to spar with me, how could I possibly refuse!"

Hearing Prince Zhenbei's words, Yang Juncheng smiled slightly and responded softly.

After receiving Yang Juncheng's affirmative answer, a flash of excitement crossed Prince Zhenbei's eyes, and he immediately ordered his thousand personal guards to retreat.

Seeing this, Yang Juncheng also ordered his thousand personal guards to step back, clearing a space for the two of them to fight.

"Kill!"

Seeing that Yang Juncheng was ready, Prince Zhenbei let out a roar. A powerful Battle Intent rose from his body, and waves of terrifying Killing Intent surged forth, condensing into a Sword of Slaughter that slashed down toward Yang Juncheng.

However, just as this Sword of Slaughter neared Yang Juncheng's side, it was shattered by the Killing Intent radiating from Yang Juncheng, which felt as solid as reality.

"What terrifying Killing Intent!"

Looking at the Killing Intent on Yang Juncheng that felt as solid as reality, a look of shock flashed in Prince Zhenbei's eyes, and he couldn't help but exclaim.

While Prince Zhenbei was exclaiming, Yang Juncheng formed his right hand into a fist and, carrying terrifying power, struck toward Prince Zhenbei's body.

Bang!

Amidst a crisp sound of metal colliding, Yang Juncheng's fist struck Prince Zhenbei's body. The terrifying power erupted instantly, sending Prince Zhenbei flying and crashing heavily to the ground. His steel armor shattered silently, turning into a sky full of steel fragments that splattered in all directions.

Glancing at his armor which had turned into countless fragments, a look of shock flashed in Prince Zhenbei's eyes, and he couldn't help but exclaim: "Your Majesty, King of Qin, you were actually able to defeat me in a single blow. Your strength is too terrifying!"

After his exclamation, Prince Zhenbei knelt on one knee before Yang Juncheng and loudly pledged his loyalty: "Your subordinate, Director Zhao Tian, is willing to join under your command, Your Majesty, King of Qin, and serve you. Please grant me your permission, Your Majesty!"

Seeing Prince Zhenbei's actions and hearing his words, Yang Juncheng smiled slightly, stepped forward, reached out both hands, and helped him up, saying: "To be able to gain the loyalty of Prince Zhenbei is my honor, Yang Juncheng. Please, rise quickly!"

After receiving Yang Juncheng's affirmative response, Prince Zhenbei said respectfully: "Your Majesty, let me introduce the situation of our Prince Zhenbei's Mansion to you, so that you may have a clear understanding of our Prince Zhenbei's Mansion!"

"Under the jurisdiction of our Prince Zhenbei's Mansion are the thirteen commanderies of the Northern Province, with a population of approximately fifty million!"

"Under the command of our Prince Zhenbei's Mansion are 1.2 million elite Zhenbei Army troops. One million of these elite Zhenbei Army troops are currently confronting the Grassland barbarians at the border of the Northern Province, while the remaining 200,000 Zhenbei Army troops are responsible for guarding the thirteen commanderies of the Northern Province!"

"In addition, our Prince Zhenbei's Mansion also possesses an intelligence network that covers the entire Great Qian Empire..."

After hearing Prince Zhenbei's introduction, Yang Juncheng had a clear understanding of the Prince Zhenbei's Mansion. After pondering for a moment, he said softly: "Prince Zhenbei, where is the main force of the Grassland barbarians?"

Hearing Yang Juncheng's words, Director Zhao Tian, the Prince Zhenbei, immediately responded: "Your Majesty, the main force of the Grassland barbarians is at Mangniu County. They possess a total of 600,000 elite troops, personally led by the Grassland King. Their strength is extremely formidable, and our Zhenbei Army cannot defeat them in a short period of time!"

Hearing the words of Director Zhao Tian, Prince Zhenbei, Yang Juncheng said in a calm tone: "Take me to Mangniu County. I want to defeat the main force of the Grassland barbarians, kill the Grassland King, and then take advantage of the momentum to charge deep into the Grassland and thoroughly resolve the threat of the Grassland barbarians!"

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

As soon as Yang Juncheng finished speaking, Director Zhao Tian, Prince Zhenbei, responded respectfully.

Afterward, Yang Juncheng led his million-strong elite army, under the guidance of Director Zhao Tian, Prince Zhenbei, and marched toward Mangniu County on the edge of the Northern Province.

To prevent any accidents, Director Zhao Tian, Prince Zhenbei, sent out countless messengers to have the Zhenbei Army assemble at Mangniu County.

The movement of the Zhenbei Army gathering was discovered by the Grassland King at the very first moment.

Consequently, the Grassland King immediately issued an order for the Grassland armies scattered across various locations to assemble.

In an instant, both the Grassland army and the Zhenbei Army were assembling at Mangniu County, and a massive decisive battle was about to unfold.

At this time, the Great Qian Empire's imperial family, the major aristocratic families and clans, as well as various School factions, all turned their gazes toward Mangniu County, quietly waiting for the outcome of the decisive battle.

Three days later, Yang Juncheng led his million-strong army to the wilderness outside Mangniu County, joining forces with Prince Zhenbei's million-strong army, forming a massive army of two million.

Meanwhile, under the command of the Grassland King, the Grassland army had also finished assembling in Mangniu County.

A full 1.2 million elite Grassland troops were active around Mangniu County, ready to launch an attack on Yang Juncheng's forces and the Zhenbei Army at any moment.

"Send a war challenge to the Grassland King, and arrange for a decisive battle in the wilderness tomorrow!"

Looking at the massive Grassland army in the distance, Yang Juncheng's expression remained unchanged as he gave the order to Director Zhao Tian, Prince Zhenbei, who was at his side.

"Yes, Your Majesty!"

Prince Zhenbei responded respectfully and arranged for personnel to go and challenge the Grassland King to a battle.

Regarding Yang Juncheng's challenge, the Grassland King had no reason to refuse and agreed directly.

The next morning, the armies of both sides ate a hearty breakfast early and arrayed their formations in the vast wilderness.

Waves of terrifying Killing Intent radiated from the military formations of both sides, shooting straight into the sky.

"Although the Grassland barbarian army is powerful, their population is far less than our Central Plains region. As long as we defeat, or even completely annihilate, these 1.2 million Grassland troops, the Grassland barbarians will be unable to threaten the safety of our Central Plains region for a short time!"

"If we take advantage of the momentum to attack deep into the Grassland, we can even incorporate the Grassland into our rule and thoroughly resolve the threat of the Grassland barbarians!"

Looking at the massive Grassland army formation in the distance, a sharp light flashed in Yang Juncheng's eyes as he muttered softly.

After muttering, Yang Juncheng rode a warhorse, moved out ahead of the crowd, mobilized the Five Elements power within his body, and shouted loudly: "I am Yang Juncheng, King of Qin. Grassland King, do you dare to come out and fight!"