The Sixth Princess

Lightning Realm: Perfect.

Thunder Light Transformation Dragon Technique: Perfected.

Gu Jinlai looked at the two fully upgraded skills and nodded slightly.

The Demon Emperor of Dragon's Cry has already gathered Demonic Beasts in Dragon's Cry Valley, his intention to invade is obvious.

A major battle is inevitable between Wind and Rain City and the Demonic Beasts army led by the Dragon Cry Demon Emperor.

To ensure absolute safety, Gu Jinlai have had to invest sufficient pure light into the lightning field and the lightning dragon transformation technique.

Unfortunately, one of the two great supernatural Divine Ability of Liyang Cave Heaven is a kind of escape technique, which overlaps with the Thunder Light Dragon Transformation Technique, while the other, Thunderstorm, is a kind of area-of-effect attack Divine Ability.

If it were a single-target attack type lightning-based divine Divine Ability, he would probably max it out without hesitation.

"I recently reviewed the True Immortal inheritance of Liyang Cave Heaven. Compared with the True Immortal inheritance, the biggest advantage of the Eternal Furnace is that it is endless. In terms of explosive power, it is not as good as the Liyang True Fire Technique. Of course, this does not mean that the Eternal Furnace is not powerful, but that the carriers are different. The True Immortal inheritance... even the Void Immortal inheritance, all rely on their own Dao to trigger the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth to launch an attack. They possess an indestructible will, the Dao, and a series of factors such as the Great Dao of the outside world. The Eternal Furnace... does not need any of these."

This Gu Jinlai.

The Eternal Furnace is a cultivation Cultivation Method with extremely low requirements.

It doesn't even have any requirements regarding the external environment.

Similarly, because it lacks stringent requirements, and because its vessel is the cultivator themselves, rather than the Great Dao of Heaven and Earth arising from their own path, its power appears somewhat...

Nothing special.

Yes.

The power of the Eternal Furnace was indeed rather unremarkable in the eyes of a True Immortal residing in the world.

Like nuclear bombs, how can their energy compare to a thunderstorm, a volcanic eruption, or a large earthquake?

Faced with the immense power of heaven and earth, this ultimate weapon of Blue Star is still extremely small.

However, it has little power and few limitations.

If all the Spiritual Qi in the world is stripped away and the great laws of the world are blocked, the power of a true immortal will inevitably plummet.

But the power of the eternal furnace remains completely unaffected.

Similarly, when illusory immortals and true immortals unleash their great Divine Ability, it is equivalent to using their own Dao to leverage the Dao of Heaven and Earth, releasing attacks that exceed their own power by ten, dozens, or even hundreds of times, resulting in enormous consumption.

But the eternal furnace...

It can almost be described as endlessly regenerating.

Gu Jinlai, the power of the Chaotic Star Body, though equivalent to a Saint, has allowed it to sweep through the Chilong Territory, which only a Void Immortal wielding a divine weapon could conquer, thanks to the almost limitless energy supply of the Eternal Furnace.

Dozens of saints joined forces to kill the Void Immortal, but they couldn't do anything to him.

That's the point.

"Demon Emperor, Demon King, I'm not afraid at all. No matter how many come, I can handle them all by myself. The key is that Dragon Cry Demon Emperor... Right now, I've maxed out my Lightning Domain and Lightning Dragon Transformation Technique. I wonder how much of a gap there is between me and the Dragon Cry Demon Emperor."

Gu Jinlai at the two perfect skills, but since he hadn't won, he lacked confidence.

After a moment, he turned his gaze to the Divine Light of the Departing Fire, which he had only recently "comprehended".

Both the Lightning Domain and the Lightning Dragon Transformation Technique utilize the energy of the Chaotic Star Body, but a fully matured Chaotic Star Body cannot cause trouble for long.

However, he "improved" the Divine Light of Fire, using the energy of the Eternal Furnace to waste it however he wanted.

Although releasing the divine light of the Fiery Blaze using the power of the Eternal Furnace is somewhat unstable, but...

As long as he doesn't raise the level of the Divine Light of Departing Fire too high, the defense provided by the Cloud Flame Robe, a Dao artifact, shouldn't be a problem.

Upon realizing this, several beams of clear light immediately poured into the divine light of the departing fire.

Divine Light of Fire: Beginner → Minor Success.

After completing the comprehensive upgrade, he dared not squander the remaining light and poured it all into the Chaotic Starlight Body.

This Cultivation Method for transforming innate divine beasts is the foundation of everything.

Gu Jinlai, people have experienced the changes brought about by the growth of their strength in the training room.

Several days later, the Demon-Slaying Token on his body began to vibrate slightly.

"Um!?"

Gu Jinlai immediately took out the Demon-Slaying Token, his eyes lighting up. "My Thunder Magnetic Essence has arrived!?"

He had expected that exchanging for Thunder Magnetic Yuan Gold, equivalent to one-sixth of the Holy Dynasty's total reserves, would inevitably be fraught with difficulties, but to his surprise, it went so smoothly.

It's just that the delivery time has been extended from three to five days, as Jin Fantian had said, to ten days.

He immediately left the cultivation room without notifying anyone else, and flew straight towards the Inner City.

The Inner City still maintains the appearance of a pre-activated defensive formation.

From a high vantage point Gu Jinlai, he surveyed the surroundings, especially after observing the towering buildings atop the city walls for a moment, a hint of realization flashing in his eyes.

"I see."

He uttered a word, then lowered himself and headed towards the city gate.

They did not force their way into the formation and activate it.

"Vice City Lord!?"

Upon seeing Gu Jinlai, the guard at the entrance quickly called out to the people around him, "Make way, make way quickly."

Ignoring everything from Gu Jinlai, they crossed the city gate, quickly entered the city, and headed straight for the Demon-Slaying Hall.

Almost at the same time that Gu Jinlai entered the city, Zhao Hua, who was in the City Lord Mansion, sensed something and a glint of light flashed in his eyes.

At the same time, Zhao Liang, the disciple responsible for part of the city's protective formation, also transmitted his thoughts. "Master, Gu Jinlai entered the city..."

"I know."

"Fang Yan of the Fang Family personally handed his most beloved daughter over to Gu Jinlai, watching her being killed right before his eyes. This scene has ignited a sense of righteous indignation and fear among everyone. Some are even dissatisfied with your decision not to activate the formation to kill Gu Jinlai. Now that Gu Jinlai entered the city, if we can seize the opportunity to kill him, we will surely win everyone's hearts, and no one will be able to shake your position as city lord..."

Zhao Liang said.

But Zhao Hua interrupted him before he could finish speaking, "Gu Jinlai we can no longer judge his crimes with a single sentence as we did before, and take action against him directly without him making any extreme moves... If someone uses this as an excuse, I'm afraid my position will be in jeopardy."

"Everyone in the Inner City has suffered under Gu Jinlai too long. These past few days, they've been living in constant fear. The Mu family, the Zong family, the Wu family, the Su family, and even the Cao family have all suggested to us that we lure Gu Jinlai into the city, activate the power of the formation, and kill him in one fell swoop. Who would..."

As Zhao Liang said this, he quickly realized something. "Jin Fantian!?"

"Hey, this Golden Palace Master has quite the stamina. Even after his son was killed by Gu Jinlai, he can still swallow this insult..."

Zhao Hua sneered, then said, "Alright, it's not time yet. Although the formation has been pre-activated, it will still take three breaths to fully activate. Let's wait a little longer."

"Yes."

Zhao Liang responded.

But at that moment, he seemed to sense something, and his expression changed slightly. "Something's not right!"

"Um!?"

Zhao Hua quickly realized what was happening and suddenly reached out to take out the Sky-Stabilizing Pearl from his hand.

Only...

Originally serving as the central control point of the array, the Dingkong Pearl seemed to have lost its connection with the city-protecting array at this moment, and could not mobilize the power of the city-protecting array at all.

"Master..."

"Someone has overstepped our authority and taken control of the city's protective array?! That's impossible! As the city lord of Wind and Rain City, besides members of the royal family, who could possibly strip me of control over the array?!"

As Zhao Hua finished speaking, he looked in horror toward the direction of the Demon-Slaying Hall.

"Call out!"

On the other side, Gu Jinlai's figure soared through the air and landed directly in the Demon Slaying Hall.

Inside the Demon-Slaying Hall, Jin Fantian was already waiting.

Upon seeing Gu Jinlai, this peak saint immediately bowed and said, "Ancient Martial Saint, you have arrived. Please come in."

"Has the Thunder Magnetic Yuan Gold from the Holy Dynasty arrived?"

This Gu Jinlai.

"We've arrived. A benefactor personally helped the Ancient Martial Saint gather three thousand portions of Thunder Magnetic Essence in a short period of time and delivered them here."

As Jin Fantian spoke, he led Gu Jinlai toward the Demon-Slaying Hall with a broad smile.

Inside the main hall, two people and several servants were waiting.

Of the two men, one was a middle-aged man who appeared calm, while the other...

She was a woman who looked to be in her early twenties, with long silver hair.

Not just long hair.

Even her pupils were silvery-white, and her entire body was so clean that there were no flaws, and she was so bright that she seemed to gleam.

This peculiar appearance...

"A member of the royal family?"

Gu Jinlai quickly realized something.

"The ancient martial arts master guessed correctly."

Jin Fantian smiled slightly, "This lady is the current Sixth Princess, Duanmu Shan."

"Sixth Princess".

In the Holy Dynasty, those who can be conferred the title of princess are not simply those of royal blood; they must also possess astonishing talent in cultivation.

Only after cultivating to become a saint can one be named a princess or prince and have the qualification to inherit the throne.

The one with the highest cultivation level will be made crown prince.

The woman in front of me, Duanmu Shan, is the sixth in line...

She was probably one of the later members among the princesses and princes.

However, he is, after all, a member of the royal family.

The royal family of the Holy Dynasty emerged from competition within the Six Great Grotto-Heavens. The princesses and princes among them are of a higher caliber than the True Disciples of the Six Great Grotto-Heavens, and are no less than the deputy sect leaders or deputy patriarchs.

This important figure personally helped him deliver three thousand portions of Thunder Magnetic Gold...

"Ancient Martial Saint?"

Duanmu Shan stepped forward and smiled, "I have long heard of the great name of Liyang Cave. I deeply admire the courage and determination of the True Immortals and Void Immortals of Liyang Cave in resisting Demonic Beasts for decades. I thought I would never have the chance to see the immortal faces and demeanor of the senior masters of Liyang Cave in my lifetime. Unexpectedly, the Ancient Martial Saint is blessed by the heavens and actually led the disciples of Liyang Cave to fight their way out of the Demonic Beasts' blockade, allowing me to have the good fortune to see the Ancient Martial Saint here again."

"Your Highness flatters me."

Gu Jinlai said, "I heard from the Golden Palace Master that the three thousand portions of Thunder Magnetic Yuan Gold I exchanged were only able to be gathered and delivered in a few days thanks to the Sixth Prince's efforts in running around. I would like to express my gratitude to the Sixth Prince."

"Ancient Martial Saint, you are too kind. I admire the courage of Li Yang Cave Heaven and appreciate your strength in sweeping through Chilong Territory. Therefore, I sincerely wish to invite you to become my guard commander. I will also make proper arrangements for the people of Li Yang Cave Heaven. In addition, as long as you agree, I will not only provide you with three thousand portions of Thunder Magnetic Essence, but I will also provide you with another three thousand portions."

Duanmu Shan smiled and asked, "What about the Ancient Martial Saint's Will?"