12: God-level evolution! Soul Sword Master Bai Xiao, the hero has arrived!

In a flash, it was the morning of the third day.

The time for the monster siege, which the Lords jokingly called “the first lesson of the semester,” was rapidly approaching.

The air itself seemed to be filled with a heavy, pre-storm stillness.

On the city walls, a 肅殺之氣 (aura of killing intent) permeated the atmosphere. Patrolling soldiers tightly gripped their weapons, their gazes vigilantly sweeping the distant horizon.

Thanks to the widespread adoption of cultivation techniques and high-intensity hunting training over these three days, most of the soldiers in the territory had broken through to the second tier, with a significant increase in their strength.

Su Jin stood at the highest point of the Lords Manor, overlooking the territory below, which was beginning to take shape.

After the Refugee Camp was upgraded to max level, the efficiency of recruiting people greatly increased, coupled with the human survivors rescued from Nigu Forest over the past two days.

Now, the territory had nearly three thousand residents, supporting various basic constructions and logistical operations.

Warehouses, barracks, and other buildings had all been upgraded to Level 2.

The watchtowers at the four corners were also upgraded to Arrow Towers.

Together with the Freezing Arrow Tower in the center of the territory, they formed a preliminary defense system, with everything being prepared for the impending siege battle.

With a thought, Su Jin called up the Lord’s territory information.

【Lord】: Su Jin

【Territory】: Infinite City

【Level】: 2

【Buildings】: Warehouse (Level 2), Archer Barracks (Level 2), Cavalry Barracks (Level 2), Infantry Barracks (Level 2), Engineering Corps (Level 2), Refugee Camp (Bronze-tier, Upper) (Level 6), Lingshu Sword Pavilion (+), Walls (Level 2), Arrow Towers * 4 (Level 2), Freezing Arrow Tower * 1

【Resources】: Wood (3.7 W), Stone (2 W), Iron (1.9 W), Soul Coins (170)

【Residents】: 2987

【Exclusive Troop Type】: Spirit Pivot Sword Servant * 5

【Reputation】: 0

【Evolution Points】: 8880 (Exclusive)

【Normal Troops】: 【Heavy Shield Guards (Bronze - Upper)】 * 11, 【Halberd Warrior (Bronze - Upper)】 * 10, 【Strong Bow Soldier (Bronze - Upper)】 * 10, 【Swift Feather Archer (Iron - Upper)】 * 200, 【Tie Jia Bu Bing (Iron Armor Infantry) (Iron - Upper)】 * 200

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The expansion of military strength was the most direct result of the high-intensity clearing operations over these three days.

Furthermore, Level 2 barracks ensured that newly recruited soldiers immediately possessed second-tier strength.

His gaze finally landed on the 【Evolution Points】 section; over eight thousand Evolution Points should greatly enhance the territory's strength.

Su Jin's gaze shifted to Bai Xiao, who stood not far away by the battlements.

This guy, ever since he was summoned, had never shown much emotion, always maintaining a cold, unapproachable demeanor.

However, his strength was genuinely the strongest in the territory.

As Su Jin's first summoned exclusive troop type, his potential was clearly far beyond other units.

Bai Xiao was now a third-tier expert.

Not only was he the only third-tier unit in Su Jin's territory, but looking across all the Lords who had descended in this generation, he was also very likely the only troop unit to have reached the third tier currently.

He must be prioritized for enhancement, and his potential thoroughly unleashed!

“Assemble the army, let’s hold the Sublimation ritual, it’s a good opportunity for pre-battle mobilization,” Su Jin then ordered.

Before long, apart from the necessary patrols and sentry posts on the city walls.

All other soldiers in the territory were gathered on an open space next to the Lords Manor.

In the center of this open space, a brand-new high platform rose from the ground.

The high platform was constructed from neatly stacked bluestones.

It was about ten meters in diameter, with a smoothly polished surface, and simple runes carved along its edges.

This caused the high platform to subtly emit a peculiar energy fluctuation.

This was the Sublimation Platform, a place specifically for carrying out troop evolution rituals in the future.

It was also Su Jin's stage to display the Lord's power and solidify the army's morale.

At this moment, below the Sublimation Platform, nearly five hundred soldiers were lined up according to their troop type, and a solemn atmosphere permeated the air.

Mu Yang, Stone Rock, and Zhui Yun, the three captains, stood solemnly at the front of their respective teams.

And Bai Xiao, leading four newly promoted Spirit Pivot Sword Servants, stood at the very front of all the formations.

Li Yi and other retainers lined up on the side, all witnessing this important moment that was about to unfold.

Everyone's gaze was now focused on the young figure on the high platform, their eyes filled with anticipation and reverence.

“Bai Xiao.”

Su Jin’s voice clearly resounded throughout the entire area.

Hearing this, Bai Xiao slightly raised his eyelids and stepped onto the Sublimation Platform. His steps were steady, carrying a unique sense of rhythm.

He came before Su Jin, knelt on one knee, and bowed his head, showing submission and respect.

“I shall bestow upon you the power of advancement,” Su Jin slowly raised his left hand, concentrating his will, and locked onto Bai Xiao.

The ‘∞’ symbol on the back of his left hand suddenly lit up, and a dazzling light, like the rising sun, instantly enveloped Bai Xiao.

Buzz—!

Bai Xiao's body suddenly trembled. The pale green spiritual pressure flames that had previously entwined him like a thin mist.

It was as if highly volatile fuel had been added, instantly expanding and boiling, its color rapidly deepening, transforming into a profound azure blue.

As the flames danced, countless tiny, bright electric arcs burst forth, crackling and popping, like billions of thunder snakes wildly dancing and weaving through the flames!

His long sword, materialized from his Mind World, also underwent a radical transformation at this moment.

The luster on its surface flowed like a living thing, rapidly spreading upwards along Bai Xiao’s arm that held the sword!

Where the light passed, it wasn't just a simple covering, but rather it rapidly condensed and shaped on his body.

In an instant, it formed a tightly fitting armor that adhered to his body!

This armor also presented a deep azure color, with a cold, hard metallic texture.

Its surface flowed with a luster originating from the same source as the spiritual pressure flames, and electric lights flickered across the armor's surface, making it appear majestic and mysterious.

This seemed to be not just an attachment of energy, but more like an extension and solidification of his soul's essence, becoming his new form.

Boom!!

Just as the armor completely formed.

Above the sky, dull claps of thunder suddenly rang out, rolling across the expanse.

It was as if proclaiming that some taboo had been broken, or perhaps, it was resonating with the birth of a power that transcended the mundane.

The soldiers below the high platform, even the second-tier elites, felt a surge of spiritual tremor and oppressive force originating from their very souls.

Mu Yang's usually meticulous face showed a rare trace of astonishment.

Stone Rock even muttered in a low voice, “My goodness…”

Zhui Yun, on the other hand, narrowed his eyes, staring intently at the figure on the platform, his eyes filled with shock.

They could clearly feel that Bai Xiao on the platform was completely different from a moment ago.

It was a leap in life-level; it seemed like a hero? But how could this be…

Su Jin stood still, his expression calm, but a monstrous wave had already surged within his heart!

Nothing else, just because Bai Xiao's attributes after Sublimation were simply too… outrageous!

【Bai Xiao ★ Hero ★ Soul Sword Master (Silver - Lower) 】

【Level: Fourth Tier】

【Skills: Soul Cry Slash, Heart Mirror, Residual Soul Substitute, Dimension Break (Short-range spatial jump)】

【Aura: Ashen Extinction Ring (All allied units' weapons are entwined with pale white flames, applying "Soul Scorch" on attack, dealing bonus Soul and Fire damage, covering a radius of 1000 meters)】

【Domain: Stellar Soul Thunder Hell (When activated, all soul fluctuations within the domain will be converted by sword intent into thunderous prisons.)】

【Description: A Soul Sword Master of the Spirit Pivot lineage, capable of condensing the Mind World into a "Sword Suit" through high-frequency soul resonance, mastering the dual awakening forms of "Soul Release" and "Mind Unleashed (All attributes increased by 150%, a very few exceptional individuals gain additional special abilities)". After being tempered by Sublimation, he has broken through to a Hero unit with immense potential.】