57 King Wu

Attributes, Inner Power Technique: Thunderfire Inner Power Technique, Level 1500.

Realm: Rank 7. The Thunderfire Heart Technique has been upgraded, and the realm has also reached Rank 7.

The seventh rank is a leap; for demonic beasts, the seventh rank is the Demon King. For ghosts, the seventh rank is the Ghost King.

The Six Doors and the Embroidered Uniform Guard—the seventh rank refers to the top-tier officials of their respective departments. They don't act lightly, but when they do, it's for a major event!

Now that you've reached the seventh rank, you can be called a Martial King. A king cannot be granted such a title lightly!

At the seventh level, one can stand in mid-air without activating any cultivation techniques. They can materialize spiritual energy into swords, spears, or even darts, flying horses, or cranes. They can harm people without attaching themselves to any object. There are also sinister techniques specifically designed to damage the soul. These also require the seventh level to use.

At this moment, my mind wanders freely. I stand suspended in mid-air.

"Seventh rank!" exclaimed Yun Su and Bi Yunyan.

Two pills, equivalent to [number] kill points. That's really expensive!

The Thunderfire Heart Technique was activated. The flames, which I remembered as orange-red, were now pure white. At first glance, I mistook them for sword energy.

Then, with a gentle tap, the artificial hill in the courtyard was struck. Instantly, there was no earth-shattering explosion. But the artificial hill burst into flames. The flames roared, crackling with lightning. It quickly turned to ashes.

The Samadhi Fire, at 1500 degrees Celsius, can melt iron quickly and turn a person to ashes instantly. Lightning is especially effective against evil spirits, ghosts, and the supernatural.

From then on, starting from the seventh rank, Martial Kings were born.

In this small border region, in Huangtu County, a Martial King was born with such simplicity. From level 5 to 6, many people were trapped; from level 6 to 7, an even greater number were trapped.

Some Qiongqi beasts never even reach the fifth rank. Even if you accumulate resources and surpass the fifth or seventh rank, without extraordinary opportunities and exceptional talent, you cannot cross this threshold.

In a typical large city, breaking through to the seventh-tier Martial King level would require considerable preparation.

If he truly succeeds in breaking through, all the forces in the city will surely come to offer their congratulations. This is not only a testament to the strength of a Martial King, but also a guarantee of the city's safety.

Ordinary evil cultivators, knowing that King Wu is here, would think twice before causing trouble. Would they disturb King Wu's enjoyment or dignity?

Ordinary ghosts would flee in terror at the mere sight of his vital energy. Therefore, King Wu was extremely important to even large cities.

He slowly approached the girls. "Thank you." This saved them a lot of trouble.

"Brother, congratulations! Congratulations!" Yun Su hugged his neck, cheering like a little nightingale. "I was worried that Sister Yun Qing's arrival would put a lot of pressure on you. But now it seems there's no problem at all."

"Brother, I knew it! The Medicine Palace made a fortune. If they knew their pills could casually create a Martial King, they'd probably go crazy with joy." Yun Su leaned close, no longer the pampered princess, incomparably noble and beautiful! But a young woman.

Although Tu Fanghua didn't understand the specific meaning of "standing in mid-air," she was very happy to see Yun Su and Bi Yunyan so excited and incoherent. The stronger Shen Lang became, the happier she was.

Bi Yunyan crossed her arms, her pretty face pressed against the wall. Somewhat incredulous, she said, "My lord, you really have broken through! Congratulations, my lord!"

"I should thank you all. Without your good fortune, I wouldn't have broken through so quickly." The three women were overjoyed, their eyes crinkling with laughter.

At this moment, the cells feel very satisfied. They no longer experience the frequent hunger they used to have. Moreover, they have stored up much more energy.

He took out a box of ginseng herbs from his spatial ring and started eating them. He still felt his cells weren't full, but he wasn't as hungry as before.

"Brother Chen, there's one more thing. Father sent his elite guards, the Thousand Riders, with Sister Yunqing. They're all fourth or fifth rank. However, you'll have to support them yourself from now on."

Hearing this, he was startled. He didn't interrupt, but listened patiently as the beauty continued her story. Yun Su watched her lover remain unmoved, feeling a surge of admiration! This army of a thousand men, though not ten thousand, still had considerable daily expenses! Bi Yunyan and Tu Fanghua also listened quietly and attentively.

He straightened his clothes. Then, after thinking for a moment, he said, "These thousand or so cavalrymen are those that Father voluntarily followed after he no longer wanted to manage the army, so he kept them."

Yun Su continued, “The Yun family, the army—I should have guessed it long ago. Could Su’er be General Jinlong, the one who slays demonic dragons with a single stroke, and terrifies ghosts and gods with a single strike! I was fortunate enough to hear my teacher speak of the general's prowess back then, and I was completely captivated. I have long admired him!”

Hearing her lover praise her father so highly filled Yun Su with sweetness. She snuggled even closer, shifting to a more comfortable position and continuing to lean against him!

He continued in detail, "But later, peace returned to the land!"

"Hehe," she chuckled to herself as she mentioned the word "peace."

Then he slowly continued, "Later, the Holy Emperor's martial prowess was unparalleled, rarely seen in the world. But martial artists do not cultivate immortality, and besides, according to Father, how can royalty achieve immortality?"

What happened after that, Father never said. Once, after returning from there, he was furious, his beard bristling with rage! He cursed for an hour! After that, he stopped caring about it.

He surrendered the imperial seal! He only kept a thousand men! That person was quite good to Su'er, but later, as she grew up, she felt a bit oppressed there. So she didn't want to go anymore, and went less often!

He Chen nodded without asking further. He casually remarked, "I suppose Su'er found the big city too complicated and came out to relax!"

"Hmm, brother is so clever," the beauty in his arms smiled mischievously, so adorable! It's a pity we can't see her all the time.

"So, this time they're coming out as part of Su'er's dowry," he teased casually. "Brother, you're so mean! How can you say that? I'm not enough already, do you want a dowry too?"

"Haha, Qu'er is incomparable to me. I was wrong. I apologize!" Yun Su nodded, her voice rising and falling, pretending to accept the apology.

Seeing this, Bi Yunyan and Fanghua laughed so hard they were practically lying on the table, completely losing their composure! Her waterfall-like long hair, elegant dress, and tight-fitting animal skin armor with floral patterns were all hidden by her long hair.

As the two slowly raised their hair, Yun Su continued to explain, "Father must have his reasons for sending out a thousand men this time. With Sister Yun Qing leading them out, some people will feel more at ease knowing that Father is alone."

Secondly, Father himself had no constraints or concerns! The affairs of the royal city were far too complicated. And Sister Yunqing was quite a beauty!

"Su'er underestimates the person you've chosen!"

"Brother, you've misunderstood! Sister Yunqing wouldn't be as easily fooled as Su'er! If you have any ability, it's your ability. Su'er has never intended to interfere too much!"

At this moment, these words can only be repaid with a tight embrace; there is no other way to repay them.

Love filled the air, and then, another sleepless night! Two hours later, everything quieted down! I drifted off to sleep sweetly.

As for returning to Hualin Town today, I'll have to break my promise. Plans really do never go as expected!