Chapter 216: The Power of Faith

"The lord—how long has he been in Kuangsha City! My younger brother just joined the legion, how could he possibly match the strength of other continents… sob sob… Kuangsha City is doomed, my home is gone too."

"What can you do? Surrendering to other continents won't get you taken in; stop whining and just wait to die!"

The turbulent situation in Kuangsha City makes the Beastfolk in the city anxious, a heavy feeling as if the day of death is approaching.

Lin Manzhi sits inside the carriage frame on the back of a gray elephant, heading toward the Lord's Residence, and all she sees are the Beastfolk's terrifying wails of mourning.

They lack confidence in themselves, so they conclude that the new lord cannot protect Kuangsha City.

The other lords' territories are richer than Kuangsha City; those who come to fight over this desert, if they win, won't take these ferocious Beastfolk of Kuangsha City, and perhaps a sack of the city may even occur.

Lin Manzhi feels her mood grow heavy as she watches.

Now the people in Kuangsha City think they only need to deal with Sajin Continent, unaware that the lords of Lei Ting Continent and Xing Yuan Continent have also marched their armies toward Kuangsha City.

She knows the terrifying pressure that powerful opponents place on everyone's mind; three continental coalitions attacking a single city—anyone would deem it a certain loss.

Lin Manzhi believes Mo Lie will not lose, but no one knows that, so people's hearts are uneasy.

How the people of Kuangsha City think of her, whom she originally didn't intend to intervene for.

But she thinks, the three great lords bring their legions from different directions to encircle Kuangsha City, Mo Lie is about to lead his legion into the desert to simultaneously face the three ability‑wielding lords; if the army's morale is affected by the citizens of Kuangsha City…

…that would be a certain defeat.

She will handle the food issue; besides that, seeing the still panicked citizens of Kuangsha City, Lin Manzhi also wants to do something else—boosting the troops' morale is necessary.

With a belief in inevitable victory in their hearts, people can emit unexpected, limitless, powerful strength.

……

Lin Manzhi is going to the battlefield together with Mo Lie.

In the desert outside Kuangsha City.

Amid the deep, resonant, lingering horn calls, the eleven armies of Kuangsha City's lord Mo Lie have finished assembling.

The Speed Camp Beastfolk legion, the Strength Camp Beastfolk legion, the ferocious beasts, the Sand Camp Beastfolk legion, and towering Beastfolk warriors of immeasurable height in the golden desert together formed a breathtaking sight.

This isn't the first time Lin Manzhi has followed Mo Lie into a legion; this time Mo Lie, unlike before, specifically arranged a comfortable carriage for her.

No, calling it a carriage is inaccurate; it's more fitting to call it a moving, moving castle.

Four gray elephants at the front raise their long trunks, eight ostrich‑beasts lift their necks forcefully, like the giant beasts of Giant Beast Nation pulling a splendid, gem‑inlaid two‑story house as they stride across the sand.

Guarding sand wolves on the side emit low growls; at this moment Lin Manzhi and Mo Lie stand atop a constructed high tower, able to overlook the legions below, and because they are elevated, the Beastfolk behind the army can also see the small specks above.

Dressed in black, Mo Lie stands expressionless beside them, his black hair and garment edges fluttering in the wind, quietly lowering his gaze to watch his warrior troops, like a proud and mighty leopard.

Following his gaze outward, Lin Manzhi sees nothing but Kuangsha City's armies.

Between each legion stand Beast‑transformed warriors, towering and massive like small hills; black panther banners with golden backs flutter in the wind, exuding a feeling unlike any cold or hot weapon—this is the Beastfolk's blood‑soaked combat style relying on their immensely powerful bodies.

They wait for their lord to order departure, and their lord Mo Lie lowers his gaze, his azure eyes turning to Lin Manzhi beside him, his low voice carrying a hint of interest: "Shall we begin?"

Lin Manzhi takes a deep breath, nods heavily, then proceeds up the stairs.

The day before the army gathers to depart, she thought of how to soothe and uplift the troops' morale.

The Beastfolk revere deities; even though Kuangsha City lies in a barren desert, its Beastfolk have not abandoned their faith.

Before battle, they perform rites to the Sky God and the Earth God.

Lin Manzhi, clad in a spotless white long dress, wears a thorn‑styled Sapphire Crown atop her jet‑black hair, holds a golden scepter set with a ruby, and ascends the platform step by step, appearing like a deity's favored child under the azure sky.

The vegetables, melons, and whole exotic beasts offered to the Beast God were placed on the altar early; over 110,000 Beastfolk warriors fell silent, tilting their heads upward toward the female on the high altar.

All the warriors wore bewildered expressions, staring incomprehensibly at the figure above; a vague unease rose in their hearts about the upcoming battle.

What is this…??

Under the crowd's bewildered gaze, Lin Manzhi walks to the sacrificial platform, stands aloft, as if the whole world has become only the sound of wind, causing her heart to race uncontrollably.

She raises the scepter in her hand.

At this moment, the male beast warriors gathered around the altar, half‑naked with muscular torsos exposed, each with a large drum before them, beat out a grand, majestic melody.

The drumming, like repeated strikes into their hearts, awakens the troops from their confused unease.

When the troops receive the lord's battle order, they feel insecure, thinking they'll soon face the Beastfolk from Sajin Continent—can we truly win?

Even if the lord possesses earth‑type abilities, still… the Lei Ting Continent lord controls lightning, Lord Cha Lan of Sajin City hardens his fur into rigid armor, and Lord Yin Xuan of Xing Yuan City has terrifying strength; just naming them makes everyone's hearts tremble with uncontrolled fear.

If we send such fearful, unambitious warriors onto the battlefield, we will lose before even fighting; Lin Manzhi, who had shown a hint of timidity before the hundreds of thousands, now clenches her teeth and resolves to persist.

She takes a deep breath, reaches for a crystal cup filled with agave liquor, lifts it toward the sky, offering the tribute to the Sky God, and her clear voice rings out amid the fierce wind:

"One cup offered to the Sky God, praying that the Heavenly Beast God may bless the warriors of Kuangsha City, infusing bravery into their chests, cleaving the enemy lines and conquering the battlefield…"

Amid the drums, the female voice from the high platform spreads, exploding in the ears of nearby troops like fireworks; the bewildered Kuangsha City warriors instantly show shocked expressions.

Never before have Beastfolk asked the Beast God for blessings; they listen to the faint voice above, staring dumbly upward as if struck by awe.

From afar, the troops also hear the recounting of those ahead, spreading like wildfire; everyone's spirit is jolted by something.

The massive legion falls into silence.

The wind blowing through makes everyone feel as if truly blessed by the Heavenly Beast God; excitement and courage flare up in their hearts in an instant.

Mo Lie stands below the platform, sensing the army's completely altered momentum; his deep, azure eyes stare at Lin Manzhi above, imprinting this scene deeply into his soul, never to be forgotten.