In the recent Western Regions battle to extinguish Buddhism, Lei Jun proved that he could not only rival the Ninth Heavenly Layer cultivators but might even win against them, possibly killing the opponent.
This is a critically important distinction.
For a long time, the key figures of the noble families, even including Prince Zhao Zhang Teng, have tried to avoid gathering together.
Thus, pulling one hair would move the entire body; if someone is constrained, others can adapt.
Adaptation is not about rescue but about acting freely without reservations.
As such, it creates a bond that helps balance the power within the Tang Court, preventing them from easily cutting down those in power.
But the current problem is that even if they divide themselves, Empress Zhang Wantong's side is quickly gaining enough manpower.
Having manpower doesn't just mean pairing off for battle.
As the defender, simple containment might suffice, but as the attacker, it won't work.
