One Pound Meat, One More Attribute Point

Invisible barriers suddenly surged from the ground, blocking the path of the two.

On the barrier, a rotting worm was fixed, its mouth gaping open like a directionless giant snake.

It seemed to sense something unusual.

The decaying body of the worm suddenly lunged forward, its mouth closing in a bite towards the two.

Boom!

The moment the two rows of sharp teeth clashed.

A strong light burst forth, like swords shooting out.

Followed by a tremendous explosion that shredded the monster's head, the force unabated, heating and expanding the air, a ball of orange flame appeared above the barrier. The shockwave surged like continuous tides, washing over the void again and again. The roaring sounds were incessant, and the entire sky and earth shook violently.

After a long moment.

Su Heng expressionlessly lowered his smoke-trailing fingers.

A huge indentation appeared on the barrier before them, glimmering with strands of red light.

Streams of chaotic energy wafted out from it.

"It seems that the way forward has been cut off," Su Heng's brow slightly furrowed, expressing some disappointment with the situation.

However, Li Hongxiu was seriously inspecting it, and at this time said, "But it may not necessarily be the case."

Looking at the surprised expression in Su Heng's eyes, she explained, "Inside the Blood Realm, there is a type of low-rank demon called the Grub Demon which can further expand the range of the Mythical Battlefield. If Liao's memories are not mistaken, the Mythical Battlefield might have incurred damage over the sealed years, and its environment was forcibly divided. At that time, just requiring the Grub Demons for repair might be enough to reopen the path."

This was something that indeed touched upon an area of Su Heng's ignorance.

However, he recalled that during the descent of the Mythical Battlefield on Skull Plain, there indeed had been something that helped to accelerate the process on the other side.

That demon seemed exactly to be the Grub Demon, which based on what Li Hongxiu had mentioned, might be utilized in the current circumstances.

Since trying wouldn't be too time-consuming, Su Heng immediately decided, "In that case, we'll do as you have suggested. I'll reorganize Liao's memories later and send them to you."

"Good!"

Li Hongxiu nodded.

She was clearly very happy to be able to help Su Heng.

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With Su Heng's permission, Li Hongxiu invested more spiritual power into the Mythical Battlefield.

In the world of black fog, she opened up a huge portal.

Armies of Dragon Guards and Demon Cultivators headed to every corner of the Mythical Battlefield, clearing out demons and tallying up resources for further construction endeavors. The Grub Demons mentioned by Li Hongxiu were also summoned in large numbers; these were half-human, half-insect creatures.

Standing up, they were only about one meter tall, their backs carrying thick carapaces.

On their insect-like mouths were two powerful mandibles.

Though average in strength, their bloodline granted them an innate talent allowing these monsters to bite apart the barriers of the Mythical Battlefield.

Once their work was done, other demon laborers would carry massive hammers and rusty nails, stabilizing the torn void amidst deafening booming noises.

For a time, the entire Mythical Battlefield was filled with the sounds of hammering, ringing lively and busy.

Su Heng stayed to watch for a while.

He noted that although these Grub Demons were small, their progress was by no means slow.

At this rate, it was estimated that it would take less than a month to link with the next Mythical Battlefield.

Despite the method being somewhat crude, it was undoubtedly an improvement over the prior headless fly-like state. However, the novelty of the work soon wore off, and Su Heng began to feel bored after just half a day. Knowing Su Heng lacked patience for such matters, Li Hongxiu took the initiative to say, "You can leave the matters here to me."

Su Heng patted her on the shoulder, "Remember to notify me if you encounter any trouble."

And then he leisurely left this Mythical Battlefield.

He flew towards the Jiang Er region.

Passing right above Central State, Su Heng wondered about the current situation of Ji Huaxi, whether she was working as diligently as Li Hongxiu. With this thought in mind, he decided to take this opportunity for a surprise inspection. If everything was in order, then well and good, but if there was any slacking... then he would have to punish her properly, a spanking would be in order.

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Whoosh!

Su Heng descended from the sky.

In a blink, he directly appeared in the plaza in front of Taihe Palace.

The square, paved with white marble, echoed with uniform sound at this moment.

Black armor towered like mountains, long spears stood like forests.

Members of the Imperial Army, towering over three meters, were being trained.

The movements of their hands were precise, mundane at first glance, seemingly unworthy of mention.

But upon closer observation, one could see their thick arms and thighs trembling uncontrollably, like tightly strung bowstrings, with viscous sweat trickling down their cheeks like summer streams.

They were enduring an unimaginable pressure, and faintly, one could hear the creaking of bones and muscles.

The source of this immense pressure came from a Golden Dragon circling above the square.

Flakes of golden light sprinkled from the body of the Golden Dragon, merging into the bodies of these Imperial Army soldiers during this process, guiding them through some kind of transformation.

On the high platform at the end of the square, Ji Huaxi, dressed in Red Armor with a long spear in hand, and her likewise red hair coiled at the back of her head, looked gallant, just like a formidable female General.

"Stop!"

Ji Huaxi raised her hand to issue an order, "Well done, today's training is over; go rest up."

As a dragon's cry echoed, the Golden Dragon circling in the sky also dissipated from view.

The soldiers on the square showed expressions of relief, their bodies seemingly drained. Yet, relying on their tremendous willpower, they kept the formation, saluting toward Ji Huaxi before arranging themselves into two columns and disappearing one by one into the vast expanse of the plaza. After watching them leave, Ji Huaxi was about to return to the Taihe Palace to deal with political matters, when she suddenly caught a glimpse of a tall and burly shadow out of the corner of her eye.

Startled at first, she relaxed once she recognized Su Heng, "Why do you have time to visit me today?"

"Surprise inspection." Su Heng glanced in the direction of the departing soldiers, "Those were..."

"The new generation of Imperial Army soldiers I'm training." Ji Huaxi straightened her chest, replying with a hint of pride, "They have all undergone the Dragon Guard transformation procedure you initiated, and have also fused with some Dragon Qi. Plus, their innate talents are extremely strong, making them far superior to the former Imperial Army. Even if what happened before recurs, they will not suffer such a defeat again."

"I remember that Dragon Qi is fundamental to your lineage's cultivation; you're actually willing to share it with others?" Su Heng was surprised.

However, Ji Huaxi answered, "They are all just external things. Moreover, you have imparted the Eight-Nine Mysterious Skill to me, and clearly, you are much stronger than my father. I am not a fool; why would I make such a short-sighted decision?"

Su Heng grinned.

As the first person besides Su Heng to have entered the path of the Eight-Nine Mysterious Skill,

Ji Huaxi obviously had a somewhat special status in his eyes.

"You are sensible," Su Heng said bluntly.

"Oh, right." Ji Huaxi also smiled, but she seemed to think of something, and her expression quickly became somewhat solemn.

"I was planning to find you in person, didn't expect to meet you here. However, it's good timing. Some things have recently happened here, and I should discuss them with you."

"What happened?" Su Heng was interested.

"Dragon Qi is closely related to the rise and fall of a Dynasty. Although the Dynasty is now in a state of restoration, the current scene is one of thriving prosperity. As the Dragon Qi increases, I have witnessed some visions that have never been recorded. After much contemplation, I suspect they are related to those Descenders." Ji Huaxi took a step forward, coming to Su Heng's side and extended a hand.

With a crisp snap,

She unlocked the armor on her arm and hung it on her belt.

Her fair and slender fingers were exposed, glistening under the sunlight.

Su Heng looked down and indeed, her hand was beautiful, like an exquisitely crafted piece of art, but to share spiritual power, such steps seem unnecessary. Without much thought, he reached out and held her hand lightly; it was cool to the touch, and then a series of fragmented images appeared in Su Heng's mind.