221: Go to the Demon Forest

Hearing this, Lu Cangqiong was startled.

No matter when, Medicinal Pills were always incredibly precious, something ordinary people couldn't bear to use.

Even as the Young Sect Master of the Fire Cloud Sect, he only had a few seventh-grade rejuvenation pills in his Storage Ring.

Those were meant to turn the tide of battle in life-or-death situations.

Yet, Lu Xingchen actually handed over a seventh-grade Medicinal Pill.

Such magnanimity was truly beyond ordinary people.

Originally, he still harbored some anger towards Lu Xingchen, but after seeing this seventh-grade rejuvenation pill, most of his anger dissipated.

And this was precisely Lu Xingchen's goal.

Lu Cangqiong took the seventh-grade rejuvenation pill, swallowed it, and then sat cross-legged on the ground to recover from his injuries.

Li Hongxue looked at Lu Xingchen with a continuous sparkle in her eyes.

To defeat a Four-Star Martial Ancestor while being a Nine-Star Martial Emperor, this Lu Xingchen indeed had some skill and was qualified to be Her Excellency Xin Huo's Dao Companion.

It was just unknown how long he could maintain this state?

Li Hongxue loudly declared, “Is there anyone else who wants to challenge him?”

The parade ground was silent.

Lu Cangqiong was an old member of the Crimson Tassel Division; everyone knew his combat power, which far exceeded that of an ordinary Five-Star Martial Ancestor.

Since Lu Xingchen could defeat Lu Cangqiong, it proved he was qualified to become the squadron leader of the Ninth Squadron.

Moreover, he also had a connection with Li Hongxue; who among those present would dare to say “no”?

Li Hongxue loudly announced, “In that case, today's new member meeting is concluded. You may return to rest. Tomorrow at dawn, we will march to the Demon Abyss Forest and fight a decisive battle with Demon Pillar Twilight!”

“As you command!”

Everyone responded in unison.

Then, everyone dispersed.

Li Hongxue walked up to Lu Cangqiong and softly said, “Lu Cangqiong, are your injuries alright? Will they affect tomorrow's battle with Demon Pillar Twilight?”

Lu Cangqiong was utterly flattered.

His goddess was speaking to him, and she was even concerned about him!

In an instant, he immediately felt that the pain from his injuries was gone, and his body was filled with strength.

Lu Cangqiong shook his head vigorously, smiling as he said, “Thank you, Division Commander, for your concern. With Lu Xingchen's seventh-grade rejuvenation pill, my injuries will recover within today and will definitely not affect tomorrow's battle!”

Li Hongxue nodded slightly: “Then rest well and make ample preparations!”

“Understood.” Lu Cangqiong nodded heavily.

Then, Li Hongxue and Lu Xingchen both left.

Stepping out of the parade ground, Li Hongxue patted Lu Xingchen's shoulder and said with a smile, “Lu Xingchen, you're quite impressive! You easily took down Lu Cangqiong. He's been with me for a year; I know him inside and out.”

Lu Xingchen chuckled, “Miss Hongxue, you really went to great lengths to test me. But there's something I must tell you: Lu Cangqiong is not my limit. When we fight Demon Pillar Twilight tomorrow, you will see the real me.”

Hearing this, Li Hongxue raised an eyebrow slightly.

“Is that true? Lu Xingchen, then I'm really looking forward to your performance. But let me say this first, I won't give you any special treatment just because you are Her Excellency Xin Huo's Dao Companion. Tomorrow's battle could result in deaths.”

Lu Xingchen chuckled, “No need for special treatment. A man travels the world; where is not home? Where one dies, where one is buried, all green mountains are the same.”

Hearing this, Li Hongxue's heart trembled.

She hadn't expected such profound words to come from the mouth of this fair-skinned young man, Lu Xingchen.

Li Hongxue nodded heavily and smiled, “What a 'all green mountains are the same'! Well said! Tomorrow's battle, I will surely defeat Demon Pillar Twilight!”

With that, Li Hongxue spread her Dou Qi Wings and departed.

Lu Xingchen also returned to his dormitory.

Just as he lay on the bed, a knock sounded at the door.

Lu Xingchen frowned.

Who is it?

So inconsiderate, disturbing his sleep.

Opening the door, it was none other than Yun Li, whom he hadn't seen in a while.

The impatience on Lu Xingchen's face immediately vanished, replaced by a smile, and he softly said, “Miss Yun Li, is there something you need me for?”

Yun Li softly said, “I heard from the Cangxuan Sect Disciples that Her Excellency War Scarlet Tassel came here to find you. What happened?”

Lu Xingchen chuckled, “Nothing major, just an invitation to join her Crimson Tassel Division.”

Hearing this, Yun Li was greatly surprised: “What? Crimson Tassel Division? I've heard legends about the Crimson Tassel Division; it's the most elite unit within Demon-Rejecting Pass, fighting fiercely against the Demon Race Army on the ground and repeatedly achieving extraordinary feats.”

“But this is truly too dangerous. Joining the Crimson Tassel Division means you'll constantly be fighting surrounded by the Demon Race Army, and one careless mistake could cost you your life.”

Lu Xingchen gave a wry smile, “I'm sorry, Miss Yun Li, I've already agreed, and I've even become a squadron leader of the Crimson Tassel Division.”

Yun Li frowned.

“Lu Xingchen, are you crazy? You dare to take on such a dangerous task!”

Lu Xingchen gave a wry smile, “I can't help it. Miss Yun Li, you should know that I grow stronger through battle. And the stronger the enemy, the faster I improve.”

“With Her Excellency Xin Huo guarding the city walls, the Demon Race will likely not launch another siege. If I continue to stay on the city walls, my Realm will improve very slowly.”

“Therefore, to become stronger, I must join the Crimson Tassel Division and face the Demon Race experts directly!”

Yun Li's eyes reddened.

“Xingchen, you work too hard, always fighting on the front lines. You're so anxious to quickly increase your strength; is it for Her Excellency Xin Huo, or rather, Lin Wanqing?”

Lu Xingchen softly said, “As long as I can protect the person I love, any amount of effort is worth it. My feelings for both of you are the same.”

Yun Li nodded slightly.

“Alright, I want to join the Crimson Tassel Division too!”

Lu Xingchen immediately gave her a sharp tap on the head.

“Don't even think about it; stay put in Demon-Rejecting Pass!”

Yun Li rubbed her forehead, feeling a bit wronged.

“Why can you go and I can't?”

Lu Xingchen said in a deep voice, “Because your strength is too weak; it's not enough for self-preservation. I can take down a Five-Star Martial Ancestor; can you?”

“Alright, alright! Xingchen, I won't cause you any trouble. You must take good care of yourself. It doesn't matter whether we win this great war or not; I only ask that you remain safe and sound.”

Lu Xingchen chuckled, “Don't worry. Your man here has always been robust.”

The two held hands and strolled around Demon-Rejecting Pass for a while, then Lu Xingchen returned to his dormitory to rest.

This time, he was not disturbed again and slept soundly.

The next day at dawn, Lu Xingchen was awakened by the bells within Demon-Rejecting Pass, dressed neatly, and arrived at the parade ground.

Li Hongxue got straight to the point, shouting loudly, “Since everyone is here, let's depart! Location: Demon Abyss Forest, objective: completely annihilate Demon Pillar Twilight!”

“Completely annihilate Demon Pillar Twilight!”

A resounding voice echoed through the parade ground.