Lu Li summoned the seven swords and touched them. The mental energy and Internal Breath he had previously infused into the swords had perfectly merged into the blades, showing no sign of dissipating.
The fact that they can store bioenergy like the human body indicates that the seven alloy swords have become [sacrificial implements].
I glanced at the time; it was exactly 9 p. m.
Only 12 hours have passed since the video was released!
The [sacrificial artifacts] that require 100,000 units of willpower to create have already been completed! And all seven of them together!
This would require far more than 100,000 people; it would likely be several times that number.
The power of will is the power of strong human thoughts, including awe, resentment, awe... and all such thoughts.
In another world, even the Governor of Jinmen would find it difficult to force hundreds of thousands of people to pray and generate their willpower.
It's something you can achieve by simply shooting a short video here on Blue Star, and it even far exceeds the standard.
Lu Li could clearly feel that the alloy sword reacted far too strongly to his mind and Internal Breath; it was more than just a [sacrificial artifact].
Just then, Jessica showed him her phone.
"Millions of views, 100,000 likes, 20,000 favorites, 40,000 shares... and this is just the data from Douyin in China."
If you add up the data from other platforms, the number would more than double.
"No wonder, this far exceeds the standard of '100,000 wishes'."
Lu Li vaguely felt that the "like" was more important.
After all, the "power of will" born from people's thoughts varies in strength.
At this moment, all that is needed is to "Enlighten Spirit, and the seven alloy swords will become genuine "flying swords".
But Lu Li wasn't in a hurry to do that.
"Enlighten Spirit" requires bloodletting and the daily infusion of a large amount of mental energy and Internal Breath, which is quite costly.
The number of likes and views on the video is still increasing rapidly.
The more "willpower" refines the alloy sword, the easier it becomes to Enlighten Spirit; it can even be directly transformed into a flying sword, which would be much more convenient.
Lu Li was naturally happy to save some effort, especially since he was currently short of Internal Breath.
So, he placed the flying sword on the table, letting it undergo further refinement.
He took Jessica's arm and they went to bed early to rest.
I really need to get up early tomorrow; the agreed departure time is 6 a. m.
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The next day, at 4 a. m., Lu Li got up quietly.
After a night of refining, the flying swords had a shiny sheen on their blades, and felt slightly oily to the touch, like something alive.
Lu Li found a metal briefcase used for storing guns, put the flying sword inside, and planned to take it with him when he went south.
Flying swords are primarily for killing and warfare; frequent exposure to bloodshed is beneficial for their formation.
Before leaving, Lu Li went to the courtyard and practiced the White Dragon Whip Technique.
Unlike before, each swing generates Internal Breath from the five internal organs, which then cleanses and refines the muscles and bones of the entire body along the meridians.
Strong muscles and bones promote blood circulation and strengthen the internal organs.
This is precisely the method of cultivating the balance of Yin and Yang, and the continuous cycle of life.
Unfortunately, Lu Li's [Organ Refining] was not even at the minor level, and he could barely complete one round of boxing.
Good morning, Lu Li.
Jessica yawned as she went downstairs, pulling on white stockings as she went.
Lu Li over to help her up and said, "If you don't want to go, then don't go. I'll leave Number 0 here to protect you."
"I want to go~" Jessica straightened her stockings and said seriously:
"I want to stay with you, and also learn a lot from Aurora and Canary."
Joining a presidential campaign team at the age of 15 would certainly provide invaluable experience.
She clenched her fists, and the sleepiness on her face vanished instantly.
"I will become strong so I can be your solid support!"
The little girl spoke all of this in Xia Language, and the two could already communicate fluently in Xia Language.
Lu Li rubbed her head, only to find that Yang Ma had grown taller again, almost 1.7 meters tall without him noticing.
Of course, the White Dragon Whip Technique and Ejiao deserve much credit for this.
After the two packed their luggage, they had "Number 0" drive them to the City Hall.
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The motorcade was ready to depart in front of the City Hall building.
Aurora greeted her, saying, "We must set off for Guadalajara immediately. There has just been a riot there. Be on high alert."
Lu Li nodded and said, "I understand, let's go."
At this moment, Aurora and said, "You can ride in the same car as Teresa."
Lu Li had no objection, so he took Jessica and the two metal puppets to get into the car.
But Aurora called out again, "Hey~ Jessica, come over here with those two wooden figures, let's do it together."
This was clearly an attempt to create an opportunity, but Jessica smiled and didn't seem to care. She waved to Lu Li and left.
Lu Li gave the puppet the order to protect Jessica with all his might, and then got into a Chevrolet SUV at the back of the convoy by himself.
Teresa was indeed already sitting in the back row, and she quickly made way for Lu Li when she saw him arrive.
"Good morning."
Lu Li greeted the girl in white stockings politely but distantly, and then sat down next to her.
The convoy set off, speeding along the intercontinental highway filled with Gobi cacti.
The two, a man and a woman who had engaged in several in-depth conversations, remained silent the entire way.
Teresa raised her hand to close the partition, separating the driver's cab, and then said:
"Thanks to your help, the campaign went so smoothly. The decision we made back then was truly wise."
Lu Li said frankly, "No need to thank me, we each got what we needed. Besides, I have great respect for someone as principled as Ms. Maria."
Teresa stood with her legs together, hands on her knees, and whispered:
"The warrior deserves a reward; he'll be staying in the south for almost a month. You can come find me tonight, or I can come to your room."
"Regarding this... you don't need to force yourself; my wife doesn't want me to be unfaithful either."
The girl never allowed kisses, and Lu Li assumed she was unwilling, so he didn't want to force her.
Teresa paused for a moment before saying, "Wife... do you mean Jessica?"
"No, she's my other wife. Of course, Jessica doesn't like me messing around either."
"The other one..." Teresa was speechless for a moment.
I thought this person was honest and simple, but it turns out he's just a Young Master.
But this Young Master rejected her... Teresa felt a mix of emotions, her feelings were very complicated.
At this moment, Lu Li said:
"The journey was quite long, I suggest you get some rest; you look very tired."
Teresa a bleak smile.
Running for president is no easy task. As her mother's most trusted assistant, she could only sleep three hours a day. Fortunately, she was young and could withstand it.
The wheels jolted, the car was silent, Teresa, lost in thought, finally fell into a deep sleep, her head resting on Lu Li's shoulder.
Lu Li didn't wake the other person. He lit a Calming Incense, then focused his attention on the number of likes on the video while channeling his mind into the Kunlun Mirror.
The magic weapon seems to have reached a bottleneck; no matter how much mental energy is poured into it, there's not much change.
Lu Li didn't pay any attention and continued his daily ritual without fail.
Several hours later, the convoy slowed down and entered the city of Guadalajara.
At that moment, a scream and a curse came from the driver's cab.
Lu Li looked up and saw an overpass in front of him with a long row of mutilated corpses hanging from it.
Slogans were spray-painted on the side, claiming the bodies were those of the local police chief, prosecutor, and others.
The entire convoy stirred, but Lu Li seemed rather excited.
"This is what a general election should look like. The previous petty squabbles were too boring. I hope to see the drug lords' regular army; my sword needs to be nourished with blood."