The Attack

Amidst the cleared Spirit Forest, Li Huang and his soldiers were journeying back to the city, basking in the triumph of their victory. As they made their way, a Shadow Guard suddenly emerged from the shadows of a nearby tree, kneeling before Li Huang and delivering a solemn report.

"Your Majesty, the Feather Dynasty, the Sword Dynasty, and the Thunder Fist Sect have allied to launch an assault on the Heavenly Flame Dynasty in fifteen days. The Feather Dynasty has dispatched an army of one million soldiers, none above the Nirvana level. The Sword Dynasty's forces are similar, while the Thunder Fist Sect has sent 100,000 disciples, over half of whom are at the Golden Core level, with none exceeding the Transcendent stage."

Li Huang nodded thoughtfully, his gaze icy and calculating as he weighed the potential advantages. With a wave of his hand, he dismissed the Shadow Guard, then began outlining detailed plans for the agricultural and livestock farms within the royal scripture.

He then issued new orders, "Hei Long, take all the Black Dragon Cavalry to the western region. Qing Ying, leave a thousand Shadow Guards in the north to supervise and assist with farm operations. Dispatch the remaining 5,000 to the south and east. In three days, I will send reinforcements to minimize casualties. When the time comes, commence the assault."

Hei Long and Qing Ying respectfully received their orders, bowing deeply before swiftly departing to carry them out.

Li Huang turned to another Shadow Guard. "Have the Golden Throne Army arrived yet?"

"They have, Your Majesty," the Shadow Guard responded promptly.

Li Huang gave a small, satisfied smile, tossing the scripture he'd just completed to the guard. "Deliver this to the Golden Throne Army. They will oversee farm management and the development of these lands. As for the rest of you, return to the city and assist with the farming efforts. I want this completed as quickly as possible."

With a deep, respectful bow, the Shadow Guard accepted the orders and departed immediately. Li Huang then directed his carriage driver to prepare for the journey back to the capital.

As his commanders and soldiers dispersed to execute their respective tasks, the golden carriage carrying Li Huang moved forward, its silence broken by the chime of a system notification.

[Congratulations, Host. You have received kill points totaling 2,451,864,120 from seizing the Spirit Forest and annihilating numerous spirit beasts.]

[Total Kill Points: 2,677,348,010]

Li Huang acknowledged the notification with a slight nod before speaking in an icy tone.

"Purchase 30 million bags each of potatoes and rice for planting. Then upgrade the remaining armies to level 6."

The system responded instantly.

[Acknowledged, Host.]

[Black Dragon Cavalry, Level 6: All members have achieved Transcendent Level 9 cultivation. They are highly skilled in mounted combat, and each rides a black dragon-blooded steed with unmatched strength and speed. These horses can unleash a dragon aura, enhancing both rider and mount, enabling the Black Dragon Cavalry to execute devastating attacks against higher-level enemies. Each soldier has the power of black dragon blood, enabling rapid health regeneration. Summonable up to 5,000 per day. Loyalty to Host: 100%. Unbreakable (Next upgrade requires 10,000,000,000 points).]

[Golden Throne Army, Level 6: All members have achieved Transcendent Level 9 cultivation. This army excels in governance, handling civil and military affairs, and disaster management. Equipped with high-level golden armor that defends against physical and spiritual attacks, they can generate a Royal Shield to repel attacks from higher-level enemies. Summonable up to 5,000 per day. Loyalty to Host: 100%. Unbreakable (Next upgrade requires 10,000,000,000 points).]

[Total Kill Points Remaining: 617,348,010]

Li Huang's gaze lingered on the system interface, a faint smile touching his lips. After a moment of consideration, he decided to strengthen himself further, speaking in a voice as cold as ice.

"Upgrade my cultivation level to Saint, Level 1."

The system confirmed, [Transcendent stages are 10,000,000 points each. Saint levels cost 100,000,000 points per sub-realm. Total cost: 180,000,000 points.]

[Remaining Kill Points: 437,348,010]

Li Huang gave a slight nod, and a powerful surge of spiritual energy began flooding into his body, his form trembling with a terrifying energy as his cultivation level surged.

Transcendent Level 2...

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Transcendent Level 6...

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Transcendent Level 9...

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Saint Level 1!

The intense force of spiritual energy roared through Li Huang's body as he ascended to Saint Level 1. His aura radiated power, filling the golden carriage with a brilliant light, almost as radiant as the sun itself.

After a few moments, the power settled. Li Huang took a deep breath, adjusting to the newfound strength, his eyes gleaming with a vivid crimson light.