212 Dalong Prefecture Twenty

Now that the Holy Emperor is in seclusion, news has spread. Such probing attacks are coming one after another. Without strong military force to suppress them, unrest will soon ensue.

Whether it's Wanzhou or Dalong Prefecture, if they develop even slightly better, many people will surely come.

Because there are many undeveloped areas here. When the population is booming, it will attract greedy people.

Influenced by his father from a young age, he always earned what he wanted through his own hard work.

Results are achieved through warfare; those who fantasize about obtaining their desires without firing a single shot are utterly foolish.

As long as the Holy Emperor remains hidden, the probing will not cease. If the Holy Emperor truly disappears, war and conflict will likely erupt immediately.

The practice of demonic sacrifice takes place in remote villages and along secluded roads. It involves all sorts of evil spirits and wicked practitioners, marking the beginning of a grand feast for demons and monsters.

At this moment, there is no need to hesitate.

Yun Su thought to herself, 'Not only that, but a special institution could also be established for agricultural production to develop various tools that are beneficial to production.'

However, this would consume a lot of money and delay my lover's cultivation. This is an outcome I do not wish to see.

Seeing Miss Yun's insistence, Captain Guan nodded and agreed, "Yes, Miss, this subordinate will proceed accordingly."

Captain Guan placed himself in a very low position. It should be extremely low.

The Great Dragon Palace has been temporarily captured. They're just waiting for the son-in-law's strength to be felt in the royal city. Now, it remains to be seen how to manage this vast capital.

If this gamble goes wrong, the worst that can happen is a small scar or being exiled.

It remains to be seen who will dare to personally carry out the exile, or who will come armed with a knife.

He had been suppressing his feelings for too long. This time, Captain Guan acted on his impulses, doing so with gusto and exhilaration. A deep-seated pent-up emotion was finally released.

A man should kill. Kill without mercy. A thousand years of immortal deeds lie in killing. A general is one who fights.

My inner spirit burst forth, and I felt a sense of relief. The troubles that had been troubling me suddenly became clear, and a glimmer of a breakthrough seemed to be emerging.

Looking back now, isn't this what it means to have a powerful backer? To have connections? To feel fearless?

This is why, throughout history, all the truly outstanding figures have come from powerful and influential families. Those who rose from humble beginnings have been few and far between—truly a handful.

In that instant of emotion, it seemed as if moonlight had suddenly flowed into his heart, bathing Zhou Sheng in its warmth. The two adjutants dared not even breathe, lest they interrupt their general's opportunity.

Yun Su and the others held their breath, remaining silent and cautious, carefully guarding their surroundings and secretly protecting Commander Guan. A fleeting hint of envy flashed in their eyes.

The two adjutants looked at everyone, holding their breath, their eyes filled with gratitude.

At this moment, the moonlight enveloped everything, its gentle glow flowing like soft water, slowly and steadily seeping in from above. Then, as Zhou Sheng began to bask in the moonlight, it enveloped Guan Xiaowei like a mist.

The strange sight arrived quickly and vanished even faster. Time seemed to tick by; in less than a dozen blinks, the moonlight was instantly revealed.

Only Captain Guan remained, his breath barely visible, as if he were dead, completely still. The surrounding crowd remained motionless, their attention focused.

Suddenly, a gentle breeze blew by, rustling the leaves and causing the grass to sway gently, as if disturbing their sleep.

At this moment, Captain Guan's mind and body roamed freely in the boundless mountains, like a fierce tiger, laughing proudly in the forest, causing all the beasts to bow their heads.

Grasping at a sliver of inspiration, it's as if I've transformed into a tiger. A roar shakes the heavens and earth. Rocks fall, dust fills the air.

A single pounce could cover a hundred feet, leaving not a blade of grass or a leaf in its wake. A single swipe of its sharp claws could shatter mountains; at this moment, it was omnipotent and all-encompassing.

Suddenly, it dawned on me that I had an epiphany. In that instant, my mind returned to normal. At that moment, my muscles felt incredibly painful, yet also incredibly exhilarating.

A pair of sharp eyes opened, gleaming with golden light, shooting straight into the sky.

Looking at the people around him, he immediately realized that what he had just experienced wasn't a dream. It's a pity his talent was still lacking. The opportunity had arrived, but he truly hadn't seized it.

At the moment of regret, I quickly composed myself. At least I had found a way forward. A feeling of immense relief washed over me. The path lay ahead. With hope, there was boundless motivation.

He clasped his hands in a fist salute, bowed deeply, and expressed his gratitude to everyone, saying, "Thank you all for protecting me; I am deeply grateful."

He bowed three times in a row!

Yun Su congratulated him, saying, "Congratulations, Captain Guan! Your future looks promising."

Captain Guan thanked him again.

Everyone else also offered their congratulations.

After chatting for a while, Captain Guan and his men took their leave. Their journey had been very fruitful. Although they hadn't achieved a breakthrough, Captain Guan knew that his strength had more than doubled.

Three swift horses galloped away, disappearing into the vast darkness. Gone, unseen.

They arrived under the stars and moon, covered in dew, with a hint of anxiety; when they arrived, they were full of decisiveness and eagerness; when they left, they were full of fighting spirit, their heads held high, radiating brilliance.

The spring breeze is gentle, and the horse's hooves are swift. The horse seems to sense its master's relief, and its steps instantly become lighter. The moon is full, a gentle breeze blows, and the scent of fresh grass fills the air.

The horse's heart was in turmoil. Halfway through the gallop, Commander Guan gradually slowed his pace, and the horse also gradually calmed down. His rough, deep voice said, "You two have something on your minds. Speak your minds. If you're not satisfied, I won't force you."

The two adjutants accompanying him, despite the cold wind blowing against their faces and the deep night dew, and despite wearing dozens of kilograms of armor, seemed to feel nothing at all.

The horses slowed their pace, following closely behind. Upon hearing this, they quickly dismounted, knelt on one knee, and said in unison, "Your humble servant swears to follow you to the death, General!"

Captain Guan nodded, his expression softening. "You've all been preoccupied with your own thoughts along the way. What are they? Speak them now. Otherwise, I don't want to haggle when it comes to carrying out a mission."

You both know our origins perfectly well. We are the nephew of General Guan from the previous dynasty. We were fortunate enough to have the protection of the elderly general, and even more fortunate to have gained his favor. Only then were we able to cultivate to this level.

Two lieutenants lay motionless on the ground. One of them, with a sword at his waist, seemed to know everything I was told. Bloodstains still clung to the edges of his armor.

He clasped his hands again and said softly, "We are willing to follow the general to the death. Our hesitation just now was merely..."

General, these aristocratic families, especially the major sects, have extraordinary foundations. Even during the reign of the Holy Emperor, they couldn't conquer the three major sects.

This border matter, if it were just about the market town and Huangtu County, would be fine. It's a small area, and the impact wouldn't be significant. But if Wanzhou is included, there might be those who don't practice cultivation who would put pressure on you, sir.