Conditions

"Ten portions of Immortal Refined Gold?"

This price startled Shang Zhenbei.

Immortal Gold!

That's the key material for creating an immortal golden body.

One such item often costs tens of millions of taels of silver.

It is close to the annual revenue surplus of a downstate.

In other words, the combined resources of an entire state would only amount to one unit of Immortal Gold after a year.

Of course, numbers cannot be calculated in this way.

After all, there are many ways to obtain Immortal Refined Gold, and if there is a gold mine, the cost can be reduced significantly.

After deducting all other costs, the minimum price could even be as low as one million taels per serving.

But...

One heavy cannon for ten portions of immortal refined gold!

This is still an extremely high number.

The entire royal collection of immortal refined gold probably couldn't be exchanged for a hundred or two hundred sharp swords and heavy cannons.

"This price... is too high. I cannot make the decision on my own. I need to report to His Majesty before making a final decision."

Shangzhen North Road.

"That's how it should be."

Gu Jinlai nodded.

After a brief, friendly exchange of pleasantries and lunch, Shang Zhenbei took his leave.

After he left, Jiang Chongshan said frankly, "My royal brother intends for me to use Jiangzhou as a bargaining chip to win over Gu Tianjun, but I know my own limitations. Therefore, Gu Tianjun does not need to worry about what trouble I will bring to Jiangzhou after I become the ruler of Jiangzhou. Jiangzhou is the same as it was before."

Gu Jinlai nodded. "Your Highness, you are very kind. In recognition of your words, if His Majesty really wants to purchase swords and heavy cannons from our Lingxiao City, we are willing to offer a 20% discount."

"20% off..."

Jiang Chongshan gave a wry smile, "Does the cost of a sharp sword and heavy artillery really need to be so high?"

"That depends on the time."

Gu Jinlai said, "Although the Heavenly River Demonic Beasts were defeated in the battle of Yuntian City, a large number of them still remain. The key point is that Star Province is currently facing the threat of the Muzhou Demonic Beasts. We urgently need a large number of Sharp Swords and Heavy Cannons to fight against the Muzhou Demonic Beasts. Under these circumstances, the sale of any heavy cannon could lead to the defeat of a war. Therefore, once the Muzhou Demonic Beasts are eliminated, when the capital comes to buy Sharp Swords and Heavy Cannons from us, the price will definitely be greatly reduced. Perhaps only five portions of Immortal Refined Gold, three portions of Immortal Refined Gold, or even one portion can be exchanged for a Sharp Sword and Heavy Cannon."

Jiang Chongshan originally wanted to say that the price of an Immortal Refined Gold was still expensive.

As it turned out, Gu Jinlai seemed to have read his mind and added, "A book that only records a few thousand words is not worth much money, but what if those few thousand words describe a method that leads directly to Celestial Person?"

After listening, Jiang Chongshan didn't say anything more and nodded, "I understand. In any case, the battle of Lingxiao City wiped out the Tianhe Demonic Beasts and opened up the north and south. This is a great achievement. I don't think there will be any negative comments from the capital about the sword and cannon. Otherwise, it would be a loss of the hearts of the people."

"I hope so."

Gu Jinlai responded with a sound.

The City Lord Mansion of Yuntian City.

Standing in the mansion's training ground, from Gu Jinlai, he would unleash the Great Sun True Demon Body, his entire body seemingly enveloped in a faint golden light.

Within his body, the Eternal Furnace, which had not yet recovered, was slowly operating, supplying energy to temper his physique.

Although the energy intensity is less than one-tenth of that in the steady state, but...

Even this one-tenth is more than enough for Body Tempering Gu Jinlai.

After all, the current Eternal Furnace has a serious power overflow.

Especially when his spiritual awareness rises to the Heavenly Monarch stage, if he were to fully activate the Eternal Furnace, the energy generated would be enough to completely burst him apart.

It's like driving a car with a rocket engine; you have to be very careful when pressing the accelerator.

Once he floores the accelerator, the terrifying power can make the car take off instantly, and then...

The driver couldn't react in time, resulting in a fatal crash.

"It will take at least half a month, or at most a month, for their physique to reach the level of a high-ranking Demonic Beasts."

Gu Jinlai a brief assessment, they quickly came to a conclusion.

Although his physique didn't seem to change much after reaching the level of a high-ranking Demonic Beasts, except that he was a bit faster and stronger, he still needed the Xuan Bird fighter jet to deal with those Primordial Spirit True Lord who could fly, but...

It will be easier, at least when fighting against Demonic Beasts of the same level.

Although he now commands a large army, he no longer needs to personally take action in many situations.

"Speaking of the Great Demonic Beasts Physique... it seems a bit inappropriate to continue using this term. The cultivation system centered on the Great Sun Demon God Body Refining Method must have its own name..."

This question has been considered Gu Jinlai.

Such a title often provides a certain degree of cohesion and centripetal force.

At the same time, it can also change people's prejudice against the Demon God's personal guards.

After all, outside of Star Province, due to decades of propaganda by the royal family, many people refer to the Demon God Warriors as Demonic Beasts Warriors and regard them as an unstable source.

Some cities even prohibit Demonic Beasts and warriors from entering the city.

Because no one knows when Demonic Beasts warrior will lose control of their emotions, unleash their demonic nature, and cause massive casualties in the city.

"Before a Demon God Warrior has condensed a Demon God's body, he can be called an apprentice. Once he condenses a Demon God's body, he is officially called a Demon God Warrior. Based on the strength of his physique, he is further divided into ordinary warriors, intermediate warriors, advanced warriors... When the physique of Demon God Warriors reaches the level of a Great Demonic Beasts... they are called warriors, and are also divided into three levels: ordinary, intermediate, and advanced."

This general framework has been established Gu Jinlai.

As for those warriors and above, those whose physical strength has been tempered to a level comparable to Demonic Beasts king are considered war gods.

Demon King!

Mars!

"Gu Chifeng, Gu Luochen, and the others are already intermediate-level warriors. As time goes by, it's not impossible for them to become war gods in the future. Unfortunately, whether it's a warrior or a war god, there's too much room for comparison. They are far behind those who have reached the Spirit Transformation, Primordial Spirit, or Celestial Person."

Gu Jinlai, people have pondered how to compensate for the shortcomings of this system from other aspects.

The so-called "other" aspects are unrealistic, such as his profound understanding and transcendent state of mind.

The only thing to focus on is armor.

After much deliberation, Gu Jinlai have ultimately focused their attention on the Celestial Master.

To be precise, it refers to "spiritual burst," a weakened version of "possession by True Spirit," which originated from the Celestial Master system.

"Could 'Spiritual Burst' be inscribed as a passive skill onto heavy armor? Only a small amount of spiritual energy is needed to activate this skill and maintain it for a period of time?"

Gu Jinlai felt that he needed to take some time to study this carefully with Zhang Lihuo and the others.

After thinking for a moment, he called out, "Chifeng."

"Ancestor."

Soon, Gu Chifeng, who had been waiting outside, walked in and bowed.

"People have deep prejudices against Demonic Beasts warriors. Although our actions are completely different from those of Demonic Beasts warriors, we have to consider the world's acceptance of Demonic Beasts warriors. In order to facilitate future publicity, I have redesigned a system for practitioners of the Great Sun Demon God Body Refining Method. Take it back and take a look, and discuss whether there is anything that needs to be added."

This Gu Jinlai.

"Yes."

Gu Chifeng acknowledged and withdrew.

Not long after Gu Chifeng left, Gu Chaoyang and Cheng Wanli walked in.

"Ancestor, Elder Yu Jin of the Yellow Heaven Sect has arrived and is requesting an audience."

"Ember."

Gu Jinlai said, "Very good, it seems they have figured it out and are coming to negotiate."

After saying that, he waved his hand and turned back to sit down in the main seat.

Soon, Gu Chaoyang brought Yu Jin in from outside.

The Nascent Spirit Transformation from the Yellow Heaven Sect was extremely respectful. "Greetings, Lord Gu. We thank you for your great power in pacifying the Demonic Beasts of the Heavenly River. The thirty million people of Huangzhou will be grateful for and remember your kindness."

"Oh."

Gu Jinlai, he has responded with a single, understated word.

Upon hearing this, Yu Jin had no choice but to bite the bullet and say, "The Heavenly River Demonic Beasts have now been defeated, and the entire territory of Huangzhou has been restored. To express our gratitude for the help and achievements of the Ancient Lord, the elders of our Yellow Heaven Sect have specially arranged for a sumptuous feast to be prepared in Lianxing City to entertain the Ancient Lord and the brave soldiers of Star Province..."

"Although the Heavenly River Demonic Beasts have been defeated, they are far from being completely wiped out. We are far from the time to start celebrating. I estimate that this battle will last for at least another two or three years."

Gu Jinlai spoke slowly and deliberately, while giving Yu Jin a stern look. "Instead of spending this time celebrating, Yellow Heaven Sect would be better off leading his troops north, opening up the Heavenly River, and wiping out Demonic Beasts lurking within its borders."

"Two or three years..."

Ember was speechless.

Three years after three years.

If this continues, nearly a third of the land south of Huangzhou will belong to Star Province.

"Alright, I plan to go to Tianhe for an inspection. Elder Yu Jin, please make yourselves at home."

Gu Jinlai, people have risen and departed.

"Lord Gu, Lord Gu..."

Ember wanted to chase after him.

But Cheng Wanli stopped him and said in a low voice, "Elder Yu, the governor is very busy. If you don't have anything important to say, please step down and don't make things difficult for us."

"Minister Cheng, what exactly is the Lord of Gu's thinking? I don't know..."

"I didn't know either."

Cheng Wanli waved his hand. "But some of the things you Huangzhou have done are quite unethical, which will surely make the governor very uncomfortable."

Yu Jin knew what Cheng Wanli was referring to, and said somewhat awkwardly, "Well... we have no power to influence the decisions of the Supreme Elders."

After saying that, he seemed somewhat Fate Dao, "Then how can we appease Lord Gu?"

"Well..."

Cheng Wanli lowered his voice slightly and said, "Recently, the governor seems to need Immortal Refined Gold for something. You might as well start from this angle."

"Immortal Refined Gold..."

Yu Jin looked slightly pained, but it seemed to be expected. "I understand..."

"There's one more thing."

At this moment, Gu Chaoyang spoke up, looking at Yu Jin with a cold expression. "If I remember correctly, our ancestor had a total of four disciples. One of the female disciples was tricked away by a disciple of your Yellow Heaven Sect named Fang Yichen. Does Yellow Heaven Sect not intend to give us an explanation for this matter?"

"Fang Yichen?"

Yu Jin was taken aback. Although he had no recollection of this True Disciple, but...

He's just a True Disciple.

"How could someone among my True Disciple of the Yellow Heaven Sect commit such a morally depraved act?!"

He agreed without hesitation and said in a deep voice, "Please rest assured, I will give Lord Gu a satisfactory answer."

After saying this, he cupped his hands in a respectful gesture and quickly left, carrying with him the "conditions" for retreating troops that Gu Jinlai.