Journey to the West: Starting from Changing Sun Wukong’s fate
Chapter 1042 - 708: Several Generals Put Pressure, Opportunity Given by Xiu Huang_2

Chapter 1042: Chapter 708: Several Generals Put Pressure, Opportunity Given by Xiu Huang_2

Lord of Tianfeng City hesitantly said: "I will carefully consider this matter. You may leave now."

Lord of Tianfeng City didn’t notice the slight change in General Lin’s expression, but General Lin still saluted and left.

"Hmph! As Water General said, the City Lord is clearly biased towards General Shan. Now that both generals have brought this matter to light, yet the City Lord remains unmoved..."

This strengthened General Lin’s resolve to put General Shan in his place, believing that if General Shan is not suppressed today, it would bring trouble upon him in the future.

Just as he stepped out of the City Lord Mansion, he encountered General Ze.

"General Lin!"

"General Ze!"

They exchanged bows, and then General Ze asked, "General Lin, the matters you typically handle rarely require you to directly engage with the City Lord. What brings you to the City Lord Mansion today?"

General Lin hesitated for a moment before replying: "Lately, there have been some rumors circulating in the military camp. I came specifically to discuss them with the City Lord to suppress these discussions."

General Ze nodded: "That is indeed troublesome, but this matter is quite widespread. We might not be in a position to say much."

After a bow, they said their goodbyes. General Ze didn’t give too much thought to this matter, unlike General Lin.

After seeing Lord of Tianfeng City, General Ze followed the usual procedure and reported his situation.

Afterward, he mentioned the matter: "City Lord, I saw General Lin here to discuss military affairs, correct?"

The City Lord’s expression changed, thinking the three were in cahoots, not realizing General Ze was speaking casually.

"Yes, he did bring up the military affairs. With rumors flying around, it indeed needs to be addressed."

The City Lord thought these three were applying pressure to punish General Shan to clear the air.

So, when it came to General Ze, he had no choice but to compromise; otherwise, it might spark public outrage.

General Ze was also a bit surprised, not expecting the City Lord to truly plan to deal with General Shan.

Before long, General Shan received orders from the City Lord.

"What, what? The City Lord wants to demote me temporarily?"

General Shan was furious, not expecting the City Lord to act against him.

"Hmph! The City Lord clearly doesn’t trust me, believing I have ties with Free Heaven Country!"

General Shan felt resentment, surprised that the City Lord would really punish him, thinking it was due to the Free Heaven Country.

Little did he know that it was the efforts of Water General and General Lin that led to his demotion.

Now, General Shan was reduced to Deputy General. Although still residing in General Shan’s Mansion and retaining his power, his rank was officially lowered.

The Deputy General beside him consoled: "General, do not be angry. This might be the City Lord’s tactical move. If nothing is done, rumors will spread in the military camp."

"Hmph! After all I’ve done, now I’m being demoted because of Water General. I refuse to accept this. I must prove to the City Lord that he cannot do without me!"

General Shan clenched his fists but had no immediate solution.

Meanwhile, at the Bei Family, the news quickly spread.

"Didn’t expect Water General to perform so flawlessly, already exceeding our expectations. General Shan was demoted, and clearly General Lin harbors prejudice against General Shan as well."

Ping Xiao smiled faintly; often, things surpass their imagination.

They might fall short of expectations, or exceed them.

The affairs of the world change rapidly, and this time it favored him.

The Bei Family Head quickly asked: "What should we do next?"

"As His Majesty said, undoubtedly General Shan will be eager to prove himself, so let’s give him an opportunity to do so."

Ping Xiao smiled slowly and then ventured deeper into the Bei Family.

Troubled, the Lord of Tianfeng City found that with General Shan demoted.

And Water General not holding a General rank, the attack on Free Heaven Country had to be postponed.

Moreover, the conflict between General Shan and Water General intensified rather than subsided; recently, Water General seemed increasingly dissatisfied with General Shan.

Despite General Shan’s demotion, Water General appeared relentless.

Unbeknownst to the City Lord, this was all part of Water General’s plan.

The more he expressed anger, the more it proved Water General had no ties with Free Heaven Country, distracting the City Lord.

"Bad news for the City Lord, traces of Free Heaven Country were found in Yunwai Town!"

One day, a subordinate hurriedly reported to the City Lord.

The City Lord stood up abruptly: "Why attack Yunwai Town?"

Yunwai Town, not a large one, was nonetheless part of Tianfeng City’s territory.

The staff officer speculated: "Based on my analysis, they intend to surround Tianfeng City by taking the town."

"Order to drive all demon chiefs of Free Heaven Country out of our borders. They grow bolder, first the Yuanqing Sect, now the towns!"

The City Lord clenched his fists in anger, but now wasn’t the time to attack Free Heaven Country.

General Shan, upon hearing the news, was overjoyed, knowing his chance to earn merit had arrived.

"How many enemy forces?"

General Shan quickly questioned his subordinates.

The subordinate reported: "Only over a thousand. They’ve occupied Yunwai Town and will soon fully garrison, so the City Lord seems anxious."

General Shan sneered; this was clearly a chance to earn merit.

"A mere thousand? Let me lead five hundred men to expel them!"

Confident, General Shan believed this skirmish couldn’t hinder him.

Though the Deputy General was concerned, he followed General Shan.

Riding fast, they reached outside Yunwai Town.

In the distance, Free Heaven Country’s forces boasted, even raising their flag on the highest spot.

"General, Free Heaven Country intends to use surrounding towns to encircle Tianfeng City."

General Shan sneered, looking down on Free Heaven Country from the bottom of his heart.

"So what? They’ve suffered losses before, and now just aim to distract us, so charge!"

General Shan led the charge into the town.

It was Xiu Huang guarding the town. Seeing General Shan, he showed no fear.

"Brothers, fear not; so I shall face them!"

Xiu Huang led his men to clash head-on with General Shan.

Arrogantly, General Shan said: "Xiu Huang, we’re old opponents, better surrender and avoid a rout!"

Xiu Huang laughed: "General Shan thinks too much; do you think we make such efforts just for this town?"

Hearing this, General Shan frowned, sensing something ominous.

But it was too late; as he turned, he saw two figures approaching.

As they came closer, they turned out to be the Bei Family Head and Ping Xiao.

"You two..."

General Shan was shocked, realizing he had been tricked.

He never imagined the Bei Family Head would be so bold, attempting a pincer attack!

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