269: Tame the dragons, the lord's majesty cannot be challenged!

Tang Ketian subconsciously hid behind Numinous Flower, muttering softly, "This big guy looks so fierce..."

Numinous Flower clasped his hands together, his expression solemn.

He could feel that the overbearing power within General Ao Zhan's body far exceeded others of the same Rank; truly worthy of the Dragon Clan.

Hua Li held her zither, seemingly calm and composed, but a hint of seriousness flashed in her captivating eyes.

She knew very well that this battle would determine the status of their new heroes in the territory.

Bai Lingyue stood to the side, a faint smile playing on her lips, her cool gaze fixed on Mo Yan, filled with absolute trust.

In her opinion, this challenge had no suspense from the very beginning.

The focus of the entire audience was Mo Yan.

With one step, his entire aura suddenly changed.

At this moment, he was the divine mountain suppressing this Heaven and Earth!

A heavy sense of oppression, centered on him, instantly enveloped the entire training ground.

This was the absolute suppression of Rank!

As a Lv10 Cultivator, his Physical Body had been tempered by Heaven and Earth Spiritual Qi for a long time, and its strength and density had long exceeded the scope understandable by the Qi Refinement Stage.

General Ao Zhan's expression drastically changed!

That pressure made his proud Dragon prestige like a wisp of smoke in a strong wind, scattered without a trace.

"This... this is impossible!"

A storm raged in his heart; without time to think, he gathered all his strength into his arms, crossing them over his chest, forming the strongest defensive posture.

And Mo Yan's fist had already arrived.

It was a seemingly unremarkable straight punch.

In Tang Ketian's eyes, this punch was soft and seemed to lack power.

In Numinous Flower's eyes, this punch returned to simplicity, containing some profound Dao that he could not comprehend.

In Hua Li's eyes, this punch left General Ao Zhan with no retreat, forcing him to take it head-on.

But in General Ao Zhan's golden vertical pupils, this punch was constantly enlarging!

He wanted to dodge, but his body was pressed by the coercion and couldn't move.

He wanted to roar, but not a single sound came out.

He could only watch, wide-eyed, as that seemingly ordinary fist struck his arms.

Immediately after, a terrifying force passed through his arms and slammed into his chest.

"Pfft—!"

General Ao Zhan's body arched backward, a mouthful of golden Dragon blood gushed out, and he was sent flying backward.

Boom!!!!

He violently crashed into the training ground's wall, letting out a deafening roar.

Dust filled the air, debris flew, and a human-shaped indentation appeared prominently on the wall.

The entire audience fell silent.

Tang Ketian's small mouth formed an "O" shape, her eyes widened, and her bow almost fell to the ground.

The muscles on Numinous Flower's face twitched uncontrollably, and the veins on his hand, which held his prayer beads, bulged.

The charming smile on Hua Li's face had long vanished.

The tips of her fingers, holding the zither, were slightly pale from excessive force.

Is this man... a monster?

That was a Dragon Clan member!

The Dragon Clan, known for their powerful Physical Body!

And he was... defeated by one punch...?

Instantly?

Mo Yan smoothly retracted his fist.

He calmly looked at the smoking indentation on the wall.

The dust gradually dispersed.

General Ao Zhan slid down the wall like a pile of mud, collapsing onto the ground, countless bones broken throughout his body, and most of his dark golden Dragon scales peeled off.

He struggled, trying to lift his head, but in the end, he only futilely moved his fingers.

His golden vertical pupils, once filled with arrogance and wildness.

Now, only confusion, pain, and... fear remained.

Mo Yan walked over step by step, looking down at him, his shadow completely enveloping him.

"One punch, and it's over."

"Now, can you still stand up?"

General Ao Zhan's lips trembled.

He was defeated, defeated without suspense, defeated utterly.

The opponent didn't even use any techniques; merely with the power of his Physical Body, he crushed all his pride.

"It seems you can't stand up," Mo Yan's tone remained calm.

"Then, according to the agreement..."

General Ao Zhan's body trembled violently, a hint of despair flashing in his eyes.

Mo Yan, however, changed the subject, squatted down, took out a Medicinal Pill radiating rich vitality from his Talent Space, and roughly shoved it into General Ao Zhan's mouth.

"Your life is mine now."

"From today onwards, you are Cangming City's First Battle General."

"If I tell you to charge, you must tear through the enemy's lines."

"If I tell you to defend, you must guard the city gates to the death for me."

"Do you understand?"

The Medicinal Pill melted upon entering his mouth, quickly repairing his shattered internal organs and bones.

General Ao Zhan felt the power surging back into his body, looking at the calm face before him.

His proud head finally bowed.

"...Yes, Lord."

[Prompt: Hero "General Ao Zhan" Loyalty +30! Current Loyalty: 90!]

[Prompt: Hero "General Ao Zhan" is wholeheartedly convinced, activating a hidden trait.]

[Dragon's Vow: When the Lord personally gives an order, General Ao Zhan's all attributes increase by 20%, and he will absolutely not disobey the order.]

Mo Yan stood up, his gaze sweeping over Numinous Flower, Tang Ketian, and Hua Li.

The three of them simultaneously lowered their heads, not daring to meet his gaze.

At this moment, no one dared to show any contempt or attempt to test him.

This young Lord, in the most direct and overbearing way, showed them what it meant to submit.

The commotion in the training ground ended in a shocking manner.

When General Ao Zhan, with the help of the Medicinal Pill, shakily stood up and silently walked behind Mo Yan, like the most loyal guard, everyone understood.

Mo Yan was the sole and unquestionable monarch of this land.

"Follow me, all of you."

Mo Yan said nothing more, turning and walking towards the meeting hall of the Lords Manor.

Bai Lingyue, Gun Gun, and the four new heroes followed closely behind.

Tang Ketian followed step by step, her eyes filled with little stars as she looked at Mo Yan.

Hua Li, on the other hand, lowered her gaze and minimized her presence, but in her heart, she was rapidly calculating her future position.

Inside the meeting hall.

Mo Yan sat in the main seat, his gaze sweeping over everyone below.

"From today onwards, all of you are core members of Cangming City. The future development of the territory cannot be achieved without your efforts."

He didn't say too many polite words, going straight to the point.

"Now, I will arrange everyone's responsibilities."

Everyone's spirits lifted, and they held their breath.

Mo Yan's gaze first fell on Numinous Flower.

"Numinous Flower."

"Your subordinate is here," Numinous Flower clasped his hands together and bowed in response.

"On weekdays, you will be responsible for overseeing the Spirit Gathering Cultivation Tower within the Xumi Realm," Mo Yan said, "Your Buddhist Cultivation, with your steady Heart-Nature, is perfectly suited to guide them in properly using the Cultivation Tower, preventing them from rushing for success and suffering Qi Deviation.

"At the same time, you can also use the Spiritual Qi within the tower to refine your own Cultivation."

"Amitabha," a hint of joy flashed in Numinous Flower's eyes, "I respectfully obey the Lord's command; this humble monk will not fail your trust."

The Spirit Gathering Cultivation Tower, such a Cultivation Holy Land, was an unparalleled Opportunity for him.

It was most fitting for him to oversee it.