Mountain Patrol Military Officer
Chapter 239 - 215: Lord Chen (seeking monthly ticket)

Chapter 239: Chapter 215: Lord Chen (seeking monthly ticket)

Chen Yuan stepped out of the door, feeling unusually good.

Having acquired the Dragon Qi Mother Tree and learned the Host Staff’s Divine Power, he used up the remaining points to increase his Tao Fruit progress from 39% to 53%.

With the addition of the Dragon Qi Mother Tree, Chen Yuan’s strength quickly escalated a notch.

In high spirits, Chen Yuan did not forget the contributors and specifically ordered to reward the Yun Family with two thousand jin of Heavenly Pass Demon Blood Meat.

As a token of appreciation for that young member of the Yun Family!

Speaking, Chen Yuan flicked his sleeve, and streaks of Spirit Light flew out.

"Order received."

The guard shouted, calling someone to hurry and move the items.

Before long, in the temporary residence, Yun Chuxiong of the Yun Family, who usually went unnoticed among all the strong men from the Heavenly Pass, felt flattered and bewildered upon hearing the report at the door.

His Yun Family had merit?

Colonel rewarded two thousand jin of demon meat?

It seemed to be the only portion!

While he was flattered, he was also somewhat bewildered.

As it happened, he felt a bit ashamed; his Martial Arts Realm was only that of the Heavenly Pass Tao Seed Realm, and in the recent battles following Chen Yuan, his role was limited, thus he had a low presence.

The lord treating him so well made him somewhat moved and also thankful for his son Yun Tiansheng’s earlier advice to follow the General out of the pass, experiencing the cruelty outside, which unknowingly altered his mindset and significantly boosted his strength.

Not long ago, Chen Yuan also bestowed upon them a vial of Blood Essence each.

Now it was two thousand jin of demon flesh.

No words could describe.

Meanwhile, after issuing the order, Chen Yuan initially wanted to test the newly learned Divine Power but decided against it, sitting in the hall, resting one hand on his head and the other on the side table, his fingers lightly tapping, his eyes contemplative, thinking about the next plan.

He actually wanted to go alone, to rush to Weiyuan City thousands of miles away, to make a great slaughter, and to complete the Tao Fruit as soon as possible.

But two variables made him hesitate.

One was a message from Commander Pei, saying that the Imperial Court of Sacrificial Worship had sent two Chamberlains, preparing to venture to the Ten Thousand Mountains—a journey of six or seven thousand miles; by the time the message arrived, the officials from the court must have set out.

The second was about the slain Old Fat Yi, a Tao Fruit-level, referred to by the demons as one of the "Twenty-Eight Elders", presumably holding a certain status in the Ten Thousand Mountains; the information divulged by this demon was clearly extraordinary.

As he lightly tapped his fingertip "thud thud thud", a soldier swiftly entered and reported, with a rustle, he kneeled on one knee, hands in front.

"General, General Chang and three other leading seniors from sects request to see you!"

Chen Yuan stopped tapping his fingers, raised his head, his gaze flickering, "Please invite them in and serve tea!"

"Yes!"

In no time, Changshan and three others from Sect Heavenly Pass entered.

The beautiful woman from the Su Nu Sword Sect, Master Liao Kong from the Golden Cicada Temple... all were originally supporting Chishui Prefecture but later, when Chen Yuan and five others counter-attacked Weiyuan Pass and stirred Chishui Prefecture, they came to support together with Changshan, all three being Taoist Soldier powerhouses.

"Lord Chen!"

Changshan, with his thick eyebrows and big eyes, had a slight smile.

"Lord Chen!"

The other three from Heavenly Pass also paid their respects, and if one observed carefully, one could detect a slight subtle change in their demeanor and attitude towards Chen Yuan, more respectful, or rather, earnest.

Because Chen Yuan had now ascended to the Tao Fruit Realm!

Before, they were all in the Taoist Soldier Realm, and everyone supported the frontline based on moral duty, and there were no distinctions or hierarchical relationships; essentially, they treated each other as equals.

Previously, they fought against the Six Mountains Demon-shining Clan together, and Chen Yuan took a leading position, influenced by the prowess and tactics of the Ninth Mountain’s Colonel, but now, they were truly convinced.

Such a young Tao Fruit powerful man, coupled with extraordinary daring and tactics, they could foresee his limitless achievements.

Chen Yuan saw the four people arrive together, stood up, steadied himself with his armrest, and then gestured invitingly with his hand, "Colonel Chang, and the three Taoist friends, please have a seat."

Subsequently, he asked someone to serve tea.

As everyone sat down, he also sat back down, his gaze sweeping side to side, his voice carrying a hint of an apology,

"During yesterday’s battle, I did not have the time to attend to you all. Is everyone well?"

Changshan slapped the armrest and laughed heartily, "Those beasts yesterday were only concerned with fleeing. I managed to seize the opportunity and slaughtered one of them. I even tasted its flesh and blood yesterday."

Hearing this, Chen Yuan clapped his hands and laughed, "Colonel Chang, you were indeed in luck!"

Changshan’s thick eyebrows raised slightly as he looked toward Chen Yuan and waved his hand, "What’s that worth? It’s nothing compared to your divine prowess, Lord Chen. You even killed that old Demon of the Tao Fruit. I just shared in the spoils."

Chen Yuan gave a slight smile, "We are all our own people here; there’s no need for such extravagant praises." As he spoke, his expression became more open, and he glanced at the other three Sect Heavenly Pass figures,

"Colonel Chang and the three Taoist friends came to see me, is there something you need?"

"Hmm!" Changshan nodded and directly stated his purpose, "Now that Lord Chen has already crushed the Devil Race’s offensive, it seems unlikely that Six Mountains will launch an attack anytime soon. Myself and the three Taoist friends should return to Chishui Prefecture. I have my troops there, and the three friends have their disciples. Being away for too long might lead to unexpected issues."

Chen Yuan listened and showed no surprise, nodding in agreement.

The four had left Chishui Prefecture several days ago to support him.

"Indeed, for the safety of Guang’an Prefecture and the wellbeing of thousands, you fought for several days across land and water. I haven’t been able to show my full appreciation, I hope you will understand!"

These words from Chen Yuan were mainly for the other three Sect Heavenly Pass figures, ensuring that the proper formalities were observed.

"Lord Chen, you give us too much credit."

"We dare not!"

"....."

However, at this moment, Chen Yuan changed the topic, his eyes flickering, and his tone darkening, "However, before you leave, there’s something I need to address!"

Upon hearing this, the four people immediately turned serious.

"Lord Chen, is there a new situation?" Changshan, as Colonel, was particularly astute.

"Yes!"

"Firstly, this morning I received a message from Commander Pei, people from the Central Plains Court have arrived. Two Chamberlains are preparing to personally go to Ten Thousand Mountains to negotiate with the Devil Race."

"Secondly, it’s about what that Demon said yesterday. You might have heard as well, the Devil Race could be scheming something, engaging in a tug-of-war with my Mountain-cutting Army."

"In any case, I am not optimistic about the royal negotiations with the Devil Race; they definitely have something up their sleeves. Be extra careful when you return, keep each other informed at all times, so that both prefectures can respond promptly."

Upon hearing about people from the Zhonggu Yuan Court arriving, Changshan initially showed some joy, for no one really enjoys war, but upon hearing the rest from Chen Yuan, his brows furrowed again.

Indeed!

After a long pause, he nodded slowly, "I will keep an eye out."

Saying so, he stood up.

The other three Sect Heavenly Pass figures also stood up, exchanged glances, still pondering over Chen Yuan’s words.

Chen Yuan also stood up, and then, pulled out a few bottles from his sleeve, "Before you leave, I don’t have much to give. Not much else, but plenty of that beast’s flesh and blood, take it."

"Brother Chang obviously need not be polite with me. As for the three Taoist friends, I admire you, please accept this modest gift. Even if you do not consider it for yourselves, think of the disciples who came to support."

Changshan was very pleased with Chen Yuan’s words and accepted them directly, "Then I will not be polite, I won’t feel bad eating big."

He also joked, lightening the mood.

The other three did not hesitate either and accepted the gifts, feeling even more favorable towards Chen Yuan.

No matter how ruthless he was towards the demons, he was always exceedingly courteous towards them.

"Then we shall take our leave!"

Changshan clasped his hands together.

Chen Yuan returned the gesture!