64: Stronghold, Protecting the Sect Formation

The news of Xuan Yu Divine Eagle and the other four Ferocious Beasts breaking through to Tier C was also known by the higher-ups immediately.

For a time, the higher-ups were shaken, and people were panicking.

Elder Li, who was dealing with matters, quickly called together various departments to discuss this truly shocking event.

"Four Ferocious Beasts breaking through at the same time? Could it be that Lu Yu has found a way to make Ferocious Beasts break through?"

Some higher-ups responsible for scientific research speculated, a chill running down their spines.

One or two Ferocious Beasts breaking through together would be one thing, but this time, four Ferocious Beasts broke through almost simultaneously, and they all reached the current peak for Ferocious Beasts—Tier C.

If they said it was a coincidence, none of them would believe it.

"Or perhaps Lu Yu obtained some rare heavenly treasures, which allowed them to break through. Lu Yu is a Golden Eagle; what method could he have to make them break through to Tier C?" Other higher-ups retorted, then felt a bit guilty as they continued, "Of course, we can't rule out that possibility either."

After all, Lu Yu was the only Tier B Ferocious Beast they had definitively identified. They couldn't be sure or guarantee what methods and trump cards he possessed.

Many participants in the meeting constantly wiped the cold sweat from their foreheads, a wave of fear washing over them.

Previously, they had tried to resist Lu Yu to the end, though they later chose to compromise, wary of his individual strength.

Now, upon closer reflection, besides his unmatchable strength, he might also possess unimaginable abilities.

To contend with him would be like moths flying into a flame, seeking self-destruction!

Especially with the latest information they had, Lu Yu should have eight Tier C Ferocious Beasts under his command.

Now, with the birth of four more Tier C Ferocious Beasts, he commanded a total of twelve Tier C Ferocious Beasts. Even the several Ferocious Beast lairs they had been closely monitoring could hardly compare!

More than that, they grew increasingly terrified. The stronger Lu Yu became, the greater the pressure on their shoulders.

Elder Li took a deep breath and said solemnly:

"We must now accelerate the research and development of Gene Serum. This is our only chance to contend with Ferocious Beasts. The entire nation must dedicate its efforts to this!"

"Additionally, we must try to find other ways to fight Ferocious Beasts. Since Ferocious Beasts can grow stronger through spiritual energy, we, as members of Blue Star, should also be able to enhance ourselves through spiritual energy. We just haven't found the right path yet."

Hearing Elder Li say this, the others nodded in agreement.

Currently, the third generation of Gene Serum was being developed with great urgency.

Researchers from various regions shared information and data, and they were doing their utmost to provide the necessary Ferocious Beast corpses, spiritual herbs, and so on.

As for the second point Elder Li mentioned, they had already instructed historians and archaeologists to search through ancient texts, attempting to find any clues about cultivating with spiritual energy.

"As for Lu Yu, the best approach right now is to avoid provoking him and try everything possible to keep him stable."

After a moment of contemplation, Elder Li added:

"Also, tell Li Changan and the others to pay close attention to Lu Yu's situation at all times. If Lu Yu makes any demands, try to satisfy them as much as possible."

"Even if the demands are extremely excessive, for the greater good, we can make sacrifices. We don't have much time left!"

As he spoke the last part, Elder Li's face was grim, but his tone was exceptionally serious and decisive.

The others' hearts sank upon hearing this, their mood growing heavier, but they also understood that Elder Li was acting for the overall situation.

After all, Lu Yu and the Ferocious Beasts under his command were growing stronger and stronger.

Especially his last sentence, 'We don't have much time left,' was like a heavy hammer striking their hearts.

As high-ranking officials, they were receiving more and more frequent reports of Ferocious Beasts rampaging and preying on humans in various regions.

However, their methods for dealing with Ferocious Beast attacks were becoming increasingly powerless.

Many cities and scenic areas near famous mountains and great rivers had been completely overrun, becoming havens for Ferocious Beasts.

Furthermore, the situation in other countries on Blue Star was also not optimistic.

Many smaller countries were being completely occupied by Ferocious Beasts, with their populations suffering greatly and becoming food for the Ferocious Beasts.

And many other countries, such as Japan and South Korea, in order to survive and to suppress the ambition in their hearts, chose to surrender to those powerful Tier C Ferocious Beasts, becoming their slaves and allowing themselves to be driven by them. Even if it meant actively offering their own citizens for the Ferocious Beasts to feast upon, they would not hesitate in the slightest.

This also bought them a considerable amount of peace, and at the same time, they seemed to have been granted some method of cultivation by the Ferocious Beasts, causing their strength to skyrocket!

The time left for them was truly running out... In Jiangzhou City, inside the bunker.

As the Xuan Yu Divine Eagle's aura stabilized, they felt the surging spiritual energy within their bodies, slowly opened their eyes, and expressed their heartfelt gratitude with great excitement:

"Thank you, Your Excellency, for your assistance. We vow to follow you through life and death from now on. Should we break this oath, may heaven, earth, ghosts, and gods punish us!"

Seeing this, Lu Yu also looked at them with a surprised expression.

Vowing seemed useless, but the deeper his cultivation became, the clearer he understood that once an oath was broken, inner demons would inevitably arise, making it incredibly difficult to comprehend the fundamental Dao, or even leading to death and the dissipation of the Dao.

The Xuan Yu Divine Eagle and the others had broken through to Tier C. Although they hadn't begun to comprehend the fundamentals, they likely had some premonition.

Yet, they still made such a vow, which showed their genuine submission.

The Firebird and other Ferocious Beasts were surprised by the decisiveness of the four Ferocious Beasts, while also finding them a little shameless.

After all, except for the vast majority of communal Ferocious Beasts, most were arrogant beings, and getting them to genuinely submit was by no means easy.

They actually used the method of making an oath to curry favor and attention from His Excellency.

Immediately, the Firebird and others also bowed in submission, making an oath, willing to follow Lu Yu's side, forever!

The spiritual artifacts and potions Lu Yu had produced were absolutely extremely rare items. They asked themselves, if they had such good things, they would definitely not be willing to take them out.

But not only did he take out so many at once, the key was that he was willing to spend them on them.

With Lu Yu's strength and mystery, following him would definitely bring even greater benefits. Compared to cultivating alone, following Lu Yu was like having a cheat code!

Therefore, the sooner they showed their loyalty, the sooner they could attract Lu Yu's attention and regard.

With all twelve Tier C Ferocious Beasts wholeheartedly convinced, Lu Yu instantly felt a mysterious sublimation within himself, and his golden wings became even more dazzling and brilliant.

Lu Yu was quite pleased. He glanced at them and said, "Alright, I understand your intentions. This is a time of many challenges, and spiritual energy will continue to erupt. If we want to stand undefeated at the peak in the future, we must start preparing now."