Taking Up the Post

This is truly a testament to the emperor's boundless grace.

Lu Qingfeng looked at Lan Feihu and the other thirteen generals. Lan Feihu, with his huge mouth and fangs, was the first to step forward and grinned, saying, "This humble general Lan Feihu, is willing to follow the Prince Consort."

Lan Feihu and Lu Qingfeng had a deep connection, which most of those present knew.

He was the first to step forward, and no one questioned him.

"Thank you, General Flying Tiger."

Lu Qingfeng was also delighted.

Lan Feihu's strength is among the top in the Third Realm, and he has rich experience in leading troops in battle, and is exceptionally brave. With Lan Feihu accompanying us on this trip to Yuan Lake, we will surely be safe.

After Lan Feihu leaped out.

Of the remaining twelve generals, one more stepped forward.

This man was broad-shouldered and burly, dressed in armor, wearing Golden-Winged Crow Treasure Crown, holding a sword in his left hand and a trident in his right, and was exceptionally heroic.

"This humble Yuan Bi, is willing to follow Your Highness!"

General Yuan Bi!

This man is no less capable than Lan Feihu, and ranks among the top generals of the Min River Water Palace. While Lan Feihu is known for his bravery, Yuan Bi is an exceptional military commander, excelling in troop management, battle formations, and strategy!

"Thank you, General Yuan Bi!"

Lu Qingfeng thanked him profusely.

With the assistance of generals Lan Feihu and Yuan Bi, there was no longer any worry about governing Yuan Lake.

"Good!"

"I hereby appoint you two as the naval commanders of Yuan Lake, of the fifth rank, each commanding 1,500 Min River Water Army, and subject to the orders of the Yuan Lake Water Lord."

The Min River Dragon Lord spoke loudly, raising his hand and sending two beams of Golden Light soaring into the sky. Two more general General's Seal fell into the hands of Lan Feihu and Yuan Bi, respectively.

Just as the Min River Dragon Lord had to report to the Shanghe Dragon Sorrow River Dragon Palace to bestow the title of a fourth-rank water god upon Lu Qingfeng had no authority to bestow titles upon a fifth-rank deity of Yuan Lake. If he wished to bestow a title, he would have to report to the Min River Water Palace and request a decree.

The Min River Dragon Lord, however, went straight to the task, receiving an imperial decree.

The inner palace of the Dragon Palace.

Min River Dragon Lord, Chi Yin, Dark Frost sat facing each other, while the Tortoise Chancellor stood hunched over, waiting to the side.

"The prince consort has just been promoted to the Soul Condensation. With the Dragon Lord promoting him like this, there will likely be many objections within the Dragon Palace." Chi Yin frowned, his voice booming.

The Min River Dragon Lord shook his head and said, "Yuanyou Divine Communion Palace has produced many talented people, who have entered and exited the Qi Kingdom's court and become generals and prime ministers. The Nine Radiant Extreme Fire Sect's path Destiny Cultivation is extraordinary. Seventy percent of the generals in the Qi Kingdom are more or less closely related to the Nine Radiant Extreme Fire Sect. The two sects have taken root in the Qi Kingdom and in the court and army, and their development is too fast. The Dragon King ordered me to curb it, but my Min River Dragon Palace has only been established for a short time. Apart from the two Daoist brothers who have a very close personal relationship with me, no cultivators of the Fourth Realm are willing to come and join us."

"Since Guangyuan has such talent and ability, I will lend him a hand. If he can reach the Fourth Realm, he will have a better chance of defeating the two sects."

These words were spoken.

Chi Yin also fell silent.

He knew that the Min River Dragon Lord, having reached a dead end, had come to the Sorrow River Dragon King and was entrusted with the important task of controlling the Min River. His aim was to create an opening in the Qi Kingdom and infiltrate the court and military government controlled by the Yuanyou Divine Communion Palace and the Nine Radiant Extreme Fire Sect.

But this is by no means an easy task.

If things don't go well, it's inevitable that the gods and ministers of the Sorrow River Dragon Palace will criticize them.

"But Yuan Lake is located near Jiulang Mountain. Those nine wolf cubs took advantage of the fact that no one was around on the Min River to occupy a lot of the water. Although the Dragon King drove back Jiulang Mountain after taking office, Yuan Lake and other places are still full of demons and monsters."

"I fear that Jiulang Mountain will disregard its reputation and make a move when the prince consort goes there."

Chi Yin voice.

"It's not that bad."

The Min River Dragon Lord's eyes were deep. "Jiulang Mountain must also think about its own descendants. If they go too far and anger me, even if I can't kill those nine wolf cubs, I will definitely slaughter all the descendants of Jiulang Mountain. That will be enough to make them wary. At most, I will use some methods in secret. With Lan Feihu, Yuan Bi and three thousand naval troops Guardian, there is nothing to worry about."

For the sake of a genius who has not yet matured, no force would go to such lengths as to cause mutual destruction or even a fight to the death.

How about Aperture Opening in a day?

So what if it took seven years to Soul Condensation?

Advancing to the Fourth Realm involves countless obstacles; it is no easy feat!

"It's good that the Dragon Lord knows what's going on."

Chi Yin nodded and said no more.

Dark Frost, who had been silent all along, suddenly spoke up, "The Prince Consort's Human Soul has been condensed, and the next step is to condense his Earth Soul. The Dragon Lord has sent the Prince Consort to take charge of Yuan Lake, which is probably also for his own training."

Min River Dragon Lord has not yet spoken.

Upon hearing this, Chi Yin slapped his forehead and exclaimed in realization, "That's it! In the path of Nature Cultivation, the Earth Soul condenses the Daoist Domain, recording past experiences. Although the prince consort is exceptionally talented, he lacks experience, and it is truly inappropriate for him to continue staying in the Dragon Palace. Going to Yuan Lake, governing the seven thousand miles of Yuan Lake and handling the divine affairs of a hundred thousand miles, is an experience that even the ruler of a prefecture in the Qi Kingdom cannot match."

Chi Yin cultivated the Fate Dao and hadn't thought of this for a moment.

Dark Frost said calmly, "The prince consort is naturally gifted. After training in the position of the Yuan Lake Water Lord and achieving the Earth Soul, he will surely be a leader in five thousand years. His cultivation in the Third Realm will be smooth sailing from now on."

"Father went to the Sorrow River Dragon Palace early on to ask for the position of Yuan Lake Water Lord for my husband, and then bestowed the title when my husband's Human Soul was condensing. He must have had a plan in mind to help my husband condense a perfect Earth Soul."

Above the dark clouds, Lu Qingfeng rode Golden Tiger and Ao Le White Dragon, traveling side by side. Behind them, Lan Feihu and Yuan Bi each led 1,500 Min River Water Army.

The large group headed east towards Yuan Lake.

"My father treats me very well."

"In a way, I benefited from Le'er's success."

Lu Qingfeng laughed as he looked at Ao Le on the White Dragon.

Over the past ten years.

Min River Dragon Lord Lu Qingfeng no shortage of cultivation resources, as the Dragon Lord of the Minjiang River had bestowed upon him treasures such as the Ten-Thousand-Year Ice-Soul Jade Meditation Cushion, Body-Nourishing Incense, Golden Tiger Seal, and White Dragon Seal at will. The Refined Grade "Golden Tiger White Dragon Talisman Art" was also a given, capable of leading to the Third Realm of Nature Cultivation. Within the Qi Kingdom, only the secret manual of the immortal sect "Yuanyou Divine Communion Palace" could surpass it.

It can be considered one of the best in the entire Qi Kingdom.

A sixth-tier Law Artifact nothing special to Lu Qingfeng, but even ordinary cultivators in the Third Realm would desperately seek one. Lu Qingfeng, having only just begun his cultivation journey, was bestowed with such a treasure. Even cultivators from prestigious sects would never receive such treatment.

This time.

The Dragon Lord had even prepared a fourth-rank divine position for him well in advance, which truly showed his deep gratitude.

"Husband, please don't tease Le'er."

Today, Ao Le was dressed in a blue robe with a sword at her waist, exuding a rare air of heroism amidst her gentle demeanor. After ten years of companionship, her relationship with Lu Qingfeng had transformed from initial shyness to intimacy and affection.

Hearing Lu Qingfeng's words, Ao Le smiled and said, "Father values my husband because he is exceptionally talented and has a bright future, not because of Le'er."

"Your Highness is right."

"When I first saw Your Highness, I was immediately struck by your Celestial Person, which is why I hurriedly invited you back to the Dragon Palace."

The couple were talking, while Lan Feihu's raspy voice boomed from behind.

Beside Lan Feihu, Yuan Bi glanced sideways, a hint of sarcasm playing on his lips—

"What a sycophantic Flying Tiger General!"

He chuckled inwardly, but showed no sign of it.

Upon hearing this, Lu Qingfeng and Ao Le exchanged a glance. Lu Qingfeng then turned to look at the grinning Lan Feihu and nodded repeatedly, saying, "General Flying Tiger, you flatter me. However, I am truly grateful to General Flying Tiger for my achievements today and for being able to marry such a virtuous wife as Le'er."

Ao Le was somewhat shy in front of others.

Hearing Lu Qingfeng praise her in front of others, her cheeks flushed slightly, and she remained silent.

"Hey-hey."

"Your Highness is too kind. The young prince and your husband are a match made in heaven. Even without me, you would have been together sooner or later."

Lan Feihu chuckled and took two steps forward.

Lu Qingfeng listened and couldn't help but chuckle to himself.

Back then, I only saw the Flying Tiger General's boasting and self-satisfaction, but I never imagined that his flattery skills were also extraordinary.

With Lan Feihu around, the journey was filled with laughter and joy, making it anything but boring.

Along the Min River, riding on the clouds.

About two months later.

Lu Qingfeng, Ao Le, Lan Feihu, Yuan Bi, and three thousand Min River Water Army finally arrived at Yuan Lake.

Yuan Lake is located in the lower reaches of the Min River.

With Songmen Mountain as the boundary, the Min River flows to the north, and to the southeast lies the Yuan Lake, stretching for seven thousand li.

"Your Highness, Prince Consort."

"Yuan Lake is just ahead."

Yuan Bi, gripping his sword in one hand and a trident in the other, pointed to the hazy waters ahead and said to Lu Qingfeng and Ao Le, "Yuan Lake is seven thousand miles wide, teeming with countless aquatic creatures and dotted with numerous islands, home to a mix of powerful and lesser demons. I request permission to lead the way ahead to scout out an island and establish a camp. General Flying Tiger will lead 1,500 naval troops to accompany His Highness and the Prince Consort, proceeding slowly behind."

Ao Le looked at Lu Qingfeng.

Lu Qingfeng clasped his hands in a fist salute to Yuan Bi and said, "Thank you for your hard work, General Yuan."

"Your Excellency is too kind."

"This humble general takes his leave."

As he spoke.

Yuan Bi slammed his trident into the ground, and the clouds beneath his feet immediately parted.

Fifteen hundred shrimp soldiers and crab generals, enveloped in clouds, followed Yuan Bi in a grand procession towards Yuan Lake.

Lan Feihu stepped forward and stood guard beside Lu Qingfeng.

We arrived at Yuan Lake.

It's quite far from the Min River Dragon Palace.

With their marching speed and the help of the Min River, they could travel three thousand li a day. After two months, they had traveled tens of thousands of li, which was already an extremely long distance.

We came from the Fenglin Circuit area west of the Qi Kingdom to the South Pass Circuit area.

It is located on the southeasternmost edge of the area under the influence of the Min River Dragon Palace.

One must be cautious in everything.

Seeing this, Ao Le leaped off the Golden Dragon and landed to Lu Qingfeng's right. Holding a sword, her face was serious, and she was on guard. She was the daughter of the Dragon Lord and Dragon Race, and upon reaching adulthood, she had already Core Formation stage.

Comparable to experts in the third realm of Nature Cultivation and Third Realm of Destiny Cultivation.

Their methods are not weak.

Compared to Ao Le, Lu Qingfeng had not yet arrived at Yuan Lake and was far weaker in refining and wielding the Divine Path Seal.

"I have protective treasures bestowed upon me by my father and the two water lords, Luo Lake and Tao River, so there is no need to be so nervous."

Lu Qingfeng smiled at Ao Le.

"It's always better to be careful," Ao Le said earnestly.

"Your Highness is right."

"There are many evil spirits and demons in Yuan Lake, so it's best to be careful."

Lan Feihu also spoke up from the side.

Lu Qingfeng listened but didn't say anything more.

He patted the White Dragon Seal at his waist and retrieved the White Dragon that Ao Le had been riding. Then, he reached out and pulled Ao Le into his arms, and together with Lu Qingfeng, they rode on the back of the Golden Tiger.

"Ah--"

In front of all the soldiers, Ao Le was so close to Lu Qingfeng that she gasped in surprise, her face turning bright red instantly.

"Hey-hey."

Lan Feihu, following behind, scratched his head and glared at the 1,500 Min River Water Army behind him. The men immediately became serious, their eyes fixed straight ahead.

Lu Qingfeng put his arm around Ao Le and whispered in her ear, "It's safer to be closer."

Upon hearing this, Ao Le's face turned even redder, and he felt a pang of shyness in his heart.

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