Claiming the Throne of Gods, Starting from the Rebirth of Nezha
Chapter 249 Mo Family Brothers

Chapter 249: Chapter 249 Mo Family Brothers

Lu Xiong refused to surrender even unto death. Fei Zhong and You Hun, however, were eager to surrender, but no one paid them any mind at this moment.

When Jiang Ziya returned victorious to Zhaoge and reported to Ji Fa, Ji Fa ordered the execution of the three men as an offering to the heavens, sending their souls to the Enfeoffment Platform.

Jiang Ziya’s military power was intimidating since the freezing of Qi Mountain, attracting heroes and elites from all over to Xiqi.

However, he was not in good spirits. The scouts he had sent out days ago had just returned this morning, corroborating what Nezha had said—that behind Lu Xiong were the Mo Family Brothers from Jiameng Pass.

Since Mo Lishou, along with the Flower Fox Mink, was protecting the emperor in Zhaoge, the army was now led by the three brothers.

The three men bid farewell to Hu Sheng, and with a deafening cannon blast that shook the Nine Heavens, their massive army set out, marching grandly toward Xiqi.

As the army advanced, dust flew, flags flapped in the wind, blades and spears formed a forest, and swords and halberds danced like dragons.

The army led by the Mo Family Brothers not only had powerful and strong soldiers but also maintained strict military discipline. Their battle tactics were all expertly derived from military strategies.

They traveled day and night, passing through towns and states, crossing mountains and valleys, all the while covered in dust.

Jiang Ziya, meanwhile, discussed strategies with his generals. Soon, a scout brought news: "Marshal, the Mo Family Brothers are encamped at the north gate!"

At this, Huang Feihu stepped forward and said, "Marshal, the Mo Family Brothers previously served under my command when we campaigned in the East Sea."

Jiang Ziya nodded. Huang Feihu had already mentioned this in private, but having him now speak of it publicly was meant for the other generals and to mentally prepare Ji Fa about the formidable foes they faced.

Unfortunately, Ji Fa was bedridden after being beaten by Nezha. All day, he discussed with San Yisheng how to govern the nation and become a wise ruler, with no chance to witness his own display of heroic prowess here.

He said, "Continue."

"Yes!" Huang Feihu continued, "The eldest of the three is Mo Liqing, standing at eight feet tall, with a face like a living crab, dark with a blue hue, and hair and beard as tough as copper wires.

He wields a long spear and favors foot over horse combat. He also has a secret treasure sword named ’Qing Yun Sword.’

On this sword are carved the talisman seals of Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind.

When this sword is swung, a black wind arises, hiding countless weapons within it. Those who touch it have their limbs shattered and turn to dust.

If it summons fire, golden serpents dance in the air, black smoke fills the skies, and fierce flames scorch the heavens, with no one able to withstand it!"

All who heard this grew serious. Huang Feihu then continued: "The second brother, Mo Lihong, wields a Hunyuan Umbrella. Embedded in it are treasures like the Grandmother’s Lu, Grandmother’s Seal, and Grandmother’s Jade, along with a Luminous Pearl, Bichen Pearl, Bihuo Pearl, Bishui Pearl, Cooling Pearl, Nine Curves Bead, Dingyan Pearl, and Wind Stabilizing Pearl. These pearls form the phrase ’Loading Heaven and Earth.’

Once the umbrella is opened, the skies darken, the sun and moon lose their light, and a mere twist will turn the world upside down, causing the heavens and earth to tremble!"

In the tent, everyone gasped in awe.

Huang Feihu continued: "The third brother, Mo Lihai, wields a long spear and carries a pipa on his back. The pipa has four strings, representing Earth, Water, Fire, and Wind.

Plucking these strings brings forth wind and fire, and its power is no less than that of the Qing Yun Sword!

As for the fourth brother, Mo Lishou, who did not come this time, he wields double whips and carries a spiritual object resembling a white mouse named ’Flower Fox Mink.’ When released, it immediately transforms into a white elephant, grows wings, flies into the sky, and wildly seizes and devours people from the army, showing extreme ferocity!

Not long after this discussion, another scout brought news: "The Mo Family Brothers are outside the city challenging us to battle."

Jiang Ziya, apprehensive about the Mo Family Brothers and the risk of defeat, hesitated.

Nezha, standing nearby, said: "Uncle Master, do you mean to say that just because the Mo Family Brothers are formidable, we should not fight? Do you not always say that the will of heaven lies with Zhou and that we must adapt to circumstances? Did not our ancestor also say that in times of difficulty, aid will come from eight directions?"

Jiang Ziya then came to his senses and ordered the Five-direction Banner to be raised, assembling all the generals into their formations to march out of the city for battle.

The two thick, heavy gates of Xiqi City opened slowly, emitting a deep rumbling sound, as if the heavens and earth were shaking.

Blue flags fluttered in the wind, their patterns gleaming coldly in the sunlight, and the murderous aura soared to the Nine Heavens!

White flags fluttered like clouds, and the dust from the ground rose and filled the air, as if the very earth was boiling for the upcoming great battle.

Black banners waved, and dark clouds of war energy rose and fell.

Almond-yellow flags were waved, and righteousness marched forth from the center.

Jiang Ziya, wearing a Fish-tail Gold Crown and a Daoist robe, rode a four-in-one mount to the front lines. Seeing the four tall and fierce figures before him, with unusual features, he also tensed up and asked, "Are you the Marshals of the Mo Family?"

Mo Liqing stood with his spear, his eyes like torches, ignoring Jiang Ziya’s words. His voice thundered, "Jiang Shang! As a minister of the Shang Dynasty, you fail to guard your homeland, willingly causing chaos, harboring traitors, and destroying the court’s laws. You even kill ministers in Xiqi, commanding an area—this is a grand rebellion!

Today, the heavenly troops are here. If you do not surrender and accept capture, when our great army crushes the city walls and grinds you to dust, it will be too late for regret!"

Jiang Ziya initially felt nervous, but as Mo Liqing railed at him, he instead felt a calm resolve.

With a serene expression and deep, pond-like eyes, he replied slowly, "Marshal, you are mistaken. We uphold the law and serve the public. We are ministers of the Shang, enfeoffed in the western lands. How can you call us rebels?

The court has listened to slanderous words, repeatedly attacking Xiqi. Victory and defeat are the court ministers’ own doing.

Xiqi has not violated any of the five passes. Today, you unjustly accuse us; how can we, ministers and sovereign, accept such humiliation!"

Mo Liqing, enraged by his words, turned ashen and shouted angrily, "Do not twist words! Disaster is upon your nation, yet you dare speak so arrogantly!"

Before he finished speaking, he strode forward, his spear moving like a Jiao Dragon emerging from the sea, straight at Jiang Ziya.

At this critical moment, from the left flank, a thunderous voice shouted, "Halt! Do not charge our formation!"

Nangong Shi rode swiftly, the steel blade in his hand flashing with cold light, striking towards Mo Liqing.

The clash of blade and spear sent sparks flying as the fierce battle erupted between foot and horse.

This display of valor by Nangong Shi amazed Han Dulong standing beside Nezha. He remarked, "Did I see correctly? Nangong Shi, although just at the God Absorption Realm, dares to fight Mo Liqing head-on?"

Nezha explained, "Without special cultivation techniques reaching the Three Flowers Gathering at the Top and Five Qi Chaoyuan realm, even a Golden Immortal’s body is not stronger than a Golden Core Realm body."

Yang Jian also nodded, "Nangong Shi indeed possesses extraordinary qualities. With ancient demon blood in his veins, his physical strength surpasses many Golden Core Realm cultivators, and his skills are exceptional. He is truly Xiqi’s greatest warrior."

Xue Ehu frowned, "That can’t be right. The gap between the God Absorption Realm and the Golden Immortal Realm is vast. Even the Loose Immortal Realm has barriers blocking the Immortal Dao. One glance from Mo Liqing would have killed him. Didn’t Mo Liqing use the Primordial Spirit Sword Technique? Even my brother wouldn’t have withstood it; how could Nangong Shi?"

Nezha replied, "I lent Nangong Shi a treasure called the Purple Gold Head Ring that can block Primordial Spirit Techniques. As long as they only contend in martial prowess, he can hold on for a while. But if Mo Liqing realizes and uses Daoist skills, Nangong Shi will immediately perish."

Yang Jian said, "Precisely, it is time for us to act."

With the Mo Family Brothers at the Golden Immortal Realm and equipped with strange treasures, Xiqi’s only equivalences — Nezha and Yang Jian, had to step in.

Yang Jian led his horse out of the formation, followed closely by Nezha.

Nezha was also curious about this figure of legendary renown, to see his true capabilities.

Yang Jian charged out, dispersing Mo Liqing’s Daoist technique with a finger-thunder technique, saving Nangong Shi at the last moment, and then countering Mo Liqing himself.

Nearby, Mo Lihong also entered the fray, facing a silver-armored young general from Xiqi’s army eager to test his mettle against him.

Thus, with the world in turmoil, heroes rose in succession!

Yet, at that moment, Mo Lihong’s killing intent surged. He saw the young general was merely mortal and disdained to fight him, just glaring from a distance of a hundred paces, causing the young hero to fall dead from his horse.

As it is said:

With flames of war rising,

Hero’s blood remains undried.

Where does the loyal soul go,

While bones chill alone in the wild.

Mo Lihong advanced to assist his brother but was stopped by Nezha. Seeing Nezha standing on his Wind Fire Wheel, Mo Lihong’s pupils contracted as he coldly spoke, "Well, Nezha! Just in time!"

This content is taken from fr(e)ewebn(o)vel.𝓬𝓸𝓶