"The Tian Xing Federation is unjust, bringing calamity to Douluo. Under the blessings of the Sea God, all evil shall bow."
In her office, Ju Zi—whose weaker aptitude relegated her primarily to managing the Tian Xing Federation's administrative affairs—recited the intelligence report in her hand. Initially stunned, she soon curled her lips into a mocking smile.
Recently, for some unknown reason, the previously stable situation across the Douluo Continent had erupted with numerous rebellions. However, these uprisings were swiftly quelled by the overwhelming might of the Tian Xing Federation.
But as time passed, this strange phenomenon did not subside under the federation's dominance; instead, it grew increasingly intense. Recently, many cities had already fallen into the hands of these rebel forces.
Detecting something amiss, Ju Zi immediately ordered the Tang Sect to gather intelligence on these rebel factions.
Though those behind the rebellion believed they were well-hidden, the Tang Sect was no longer the once-famous organization that operated openly. Under Tang Ya's leadership and Ye Wen's guidance, the sect had adopted an infiltration strategy. Members now permeated nearly every industry, and the organization was no longer limited to martial cultivators—even ordinary civilians could join. However, their identities were kept strictly confidential, only being contacted when necessary.
This intelligence on the rebel forces was gathered by Tang Sect members who had infiltrated their ranks.
Though Ju Zi knew the enemy was weak, she quickly suppressed her disdain.
After all, Ye Wen had taught her even a lion uses its full strength to catch a rabbit—if she underestimated them and things went awry, it would be humiliating.
Because the infiltrators within the rebel forces were low-level cultivators, they couldn't access core intelligence about the rebellion.
However, as Ju Zi reviewed each piece of intelligence, her expression grew increasingly grave.
Setting down the reports, she lightly tapped her jade-like fingers on the expensive desk made from ten-thousand-year-old soul beast materials.
"Something's wrong, seriously wrong. Knowing how many high-level combatants the federation has, how dare these rebels act so boldly?
And now, Title Douluo-level forces have already fallen to these people, yet this doesn't seem to be their limit. Moreover, they aren't aggressively expanding their control over the Douluo Continent—it seems like they're waiting for something."
Ju Zi's bright eyes sparkled with insight as realization dawned on her!
Suddenly, she quickly stood up and called out loudly to her secretary outside the door, "Miya, hurry and check if any First-Class Administrators dealing with the rebellion are requesting combat support!
No, first monitor whether the federation's highest-level combatants have received distress signals and are heading out to assist!"
The vast Douluo Continent couldn't possibly place all administrative burdens on Ju Zi and the other women. Local governance was handled by First-Class Administrators, equivalent to city lords, who resolved matters independently before submitting monthly reports. During this time, Tang Sect members secretly audited their actions to prevent corruption. Only when a First-Class Administrator encountered problems beyond their ability to handle would they escalate the issue to Ju Zi and her peers.
The minimum requirement to become a First-Class Administrator was Title Douluo-level strength.
Of course, additional exams were required—mere strength without intelligence wouldn't meet the standards of a Tian Xing Federation official.
Though being an administrator was a tough job, the resources one could obtain were considerable. Many Title Douluo willingly embraced the role.
The lost Title Douluo-level forces mentioned earlier were, in fact, First-Class Administrators.
This news had already spread among the administrators. Therefore, when rebellion incidents occurred within their jurisdictions, First-Class Administrators immediately reported and requested support.
After all, while Title Douluo-level strength remained formidable, it no longer carried the same level of deterrence as it did ten thousand years ago.
And the fact that these rebels dared to act under the noses of Title Douluo indicated either recklessness or extreme confidence!
With her deeper understanding of the situation, Ju Zi discerned a more profound secret hidden within their rhetoric.
[Sea God]
Ordinary civilians treated The Tale of Shrek's Seven Monsters as a fictional story, but Title Douluo and high-ranking individuals like Ju Zi knew the Sea God was real.
Using the Sea God's name to incite rebellion, with phrases like "all evil shall bow," was telling.
Who exactly were they referring to as "all evil"? Anyone with a brain could easily deduce the target.
At this moment, Ju Zi almost laughed in anger.
"The Tian Xing Federation is evil? What a joke!
Since the federation's establishment, there has been no war on the Douluo Continent. Following Master's teachings, we prioritize humanity, establish schools, offer free spirit awakening, and strive to ensure no one dies of hunger!
If such a nation is considered evil, then what does that make the Douluo Continent of the past ten thousand years? A living hell?"
While inwardly mocking those hiding behind the Sea God's name, Ju Zi's secretary Miya entered with the compiled intelligence.
Currently, the highest power in the Tian Xing Federation was held by the so-called Three Sovereigns. Their specific titles were based on the names of the former empires. Xu Yunhan should have been called the Sun Moon Sovereign, but as he was still young and unable to exercise his authority, Ju Zi temporarily governed in his stead.
Thus, she was respectfully addressed as "Cloud Harmony Douluo" and "Cloud Harmony Empress Dowager."
The "Cloud" came from Xu Yunhan's name, while "Harmony" reflected the public's respect for Ju Zi's commitment to peace through federal planning.
"Your Majesty Cloud Harmony, the intelligence summary is ready.
The First-Class Administrator of Daluo City in the Star Luo Region has issued a distress signal, indicating that this rebel force includes Super Douluo-level combatants and requesting reinforcements.
Considering the presence of Super Douluo-level enemies with unknown trump cards, we immediately notified Lord Xuan Yue and Lord Xiao Ding. Both have already set out to provide assistance."
Hearing that two peerless combatants had gone to assist, Ju Zi didn't feel relieved. Instead, her brows furrowed deeply.
Due to the divine trials, many sisters were scattered across the continent, making the likelihood of two of them coincidentally being near Daluo City extremely low.
Still, the two sisters who had responded were strong enough to give Ju Zi some room to salvage the situation.
"Send out orders immediately. All Title Douluo-level forces surrounding Daluo City must drop everything and head there to reinforce them. There's a trap in Daluo City! Not a moment can be wasted!"
Secretary Miya, startled by the urgency of the command, quickly bowed and rushed out of the office to relay Ju Zi's orders.
At this moment, Ju Zi's expression was grim. She wasn't entirely certain if there was truly a trap.
But everything was too coincidental.
From the sisters conveniently near Daluo City to the rebels' choice of location.
Even if there was only a one-in-ten-thousand chance, Ju Zi couldn't risk letting her beloved sisters fall into danger!
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