307: Postwar

Xuanhuan World.

Within the Immortal Dynasty's borders.

A mountain range shrouded in Immortal Qi.

An ancient, traditional pavilion hung precariously on a cliff.

This was the temporary meeting place for the Ditu Battle Team.

Jinhua, who had achieved a Fifth-Grade Patterned Medicinal Pill, was covered in injuries, her face pale, as she weakly sat down on a bamboo chair.

The other attendees were also covered in injuries, looking to be in poor condition; some were even so severely wounded that they required external assistance for breathing.

"The losses are a bit heavy."

Ditu's main captain, a Sixth-Grade Flower Medicinal Pill, with the game nickname "Overlord Fist," now missing an arm, spoke with a heavy tone but a smile on his face.

"Everyone, let's tally this time's losses."

As his voice fell, many teammates began to tally:

"Fifth-Grade Medicinal Pill 'Raging Red Lotus Pill' used, 'Afterglow' retrieved. Here, this is it."

"Fifth-Grade Medicinal Pill 'Divine Speed Hundred Refinements Pill' used, Afterglow not collected."

"Fifth-Grade Talisman 'Divine Martial Qi Breaking Talisman' used, Talisman paper exhausted."

"Fifth-Grade..."

Listening to each report and receiving the remnants of used items from his teammates.

Overlord Fist couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

Consumables like Medicinal Pills and Talismans, once they reached Fifth-Grade, became similar to Magic Treasures, showing a huge difference from previous grades.

After a Fifth-Grade Medicinal Pill was used, it would leave an Afterglow behind. If collected with unique methods, it was considered a precious treasure, and with skillful handling, its grade might not even drop below Fifth-Grade.

Talismans were the same; as long as their power wasn't fully depleted, preserving the Talisman paper and retaining its rhythm allowed for continued inscription.

Therefore, in ordinary Golden Core battles, it might seem like many consumables were used, but in reality, as long as one could retreat safely, resources could be replenished.

But this time, the battle was too intense, with too many transitions and too little time, so no one had time to collect the consumed materials.

The losses were indeed quite significant.

However... "So, what about the gains?"

At this, the team members also reported their gains:

"Killed one Golden Core from Red Rain."

"Killed one Golden Core from Green Grass."

"Killed one Golden Core from Seiya; another Golden Core's Physical Body was completely destroyed, but its soul escaped using special means."

"Killed two Golden Cores from the Thunder Team."

"Killed four Golden Cores from the Mad Dragon Battle Team."

"Killed six Golden Cores from the New Edge Battle Team."

"Killed..."

Listening to these reports, Overlord Fist's lips curved upward, almost bursting into boisterous laughter.

Ditu's operation this time was not for Divine Abilities, Magic Treasures, or resources.

It was solely for hunting the Golden Cores of other professional battle teams.

This specific positioning allowed them to seize opportunities better in chaotic battles, striking with full force when others weren't thinking of a fight to the death.

Veteran battle teams had Golden Cores fall, and recently rising battle teams, those whose Golden Cores were formed by throwing money and resources, suffered even more massive casualties.

"I imagine after this battle, those hot-headed clubs that threw money around will quiet down."

Jinhua smiled, "They should realize that Golden Cores temporarily built with money are ultimately just superficial."

Everyone from Ditu laughed.

Having entered the Xuanhuan World earlier than other battle teams, they had accumulated far more in terms of Cultivation Technique Legacy, Alchemy and Artifact Refining, or other unorthodox methods.

They were far beyond what the newly rich upstarts could compare to.

"Hunting their Golden Cores and completely suppressing them. Although not many Golden Cores from those four battle teams died, the newly emerging battle teams will no longer be able to threaten us."

Overlord Fist stood up, looking out from the pavilion at the beautiful scenery of the Great Mountain.

"Resources will only flow to those who already have them. After this battle, our Ditu will be completely stable.

"If the rumors are true, once Yaoguang's technology matures, the Xuanhuan World will usher in a brand new major version. Time will no longer be an obstacle. By then, our Ditu..."

Overlord Fist's expression subtly changed, transforming into one of longing and anticipation, with immense excitement hidden within: "We can truly become a genuine powerhouse in the Xuanhuan World, with a Legacy of hundreds, thousands, or even tens of thousands of years!"

All his teammates were also excited.

At this moment, a somewhat untimely voice spoke:

"By the way, this battle's scope was too broad. Almost the entire Immortal Dynasty territory, and even the Western Great Desert, were affected by Golden Core methods.

"Great River City is fine; the state-stabilizing seal and we have an understanding, letting us act freely. He can rebuild Great River City with a wave of his hand later.

"But other areas are completely destroyed. Should we help rebuild?"

Overlord Fist looked towards the source of the voice; it was a young man, a newcomer to Ditu.

Overlord Fist laughed heartily, "Rebuild? We are professional players, aren't we? How could we go and rebuild cities like life-skill players?"

The young man paused, then continued:

"These cities are important game resources, and many players were affected, not to mention countless native NPCs who were completely wiped out.

"Should our Ditu set an example and show goodwill to the player community?"

Overlord Fist thought for a moment, then shook his head, saying:

"No need, absolutely no need.

"You must have read the posts and watched the videos, right?

"Players will always only discuss our combat power, only the extent of our methods.

"They enjoy discussing the skill differences between us Golden Cores, the pros and cons of Magic Treasures, the levels of Divine Abilities.

"As for everything else, it's not important.

"As long as we maintain an image of invincible Golden Cores to the outside world, that is the best image.

"Few players will blame us for destroying cities and killing people.

"After all, that was just the aftermath of a Golden Core battle, done out of necessity.

"Moreover, this is just a game. They might even be excited if they get caught in the aftermath."

Not just Overlord Fist, but the other teammates present also felt it didn't matter.

Even the young man, after careful consideration, also felt that this matter was indeed insignificant.

Players, when they pay attention to professional players, naturally only care about combat power.

Even if someone truly developed hostility towards them, what could they do?

Just complain, become an online hater, that's all.

It wouldn't shake Ditu's hegemony... Meetings similar to Ditu's continued to be held.

Due to the need to consolidate the battle team's remaining resources, all chose to hold physical meetings in safe locations rather than virtual ones.

Some battle teams achieved their goals in the war, even exceeding them, but others fell into decline.

As for the Fourth-Grade Natal Divine Power that triggered the war.

Ultimately, Ye Chun was still one step ahead, allowing him to leave with Tian Chi Ling.

However... Southern Mountains.

Ye Chun looked at the woman before him, trembling slightly, somewhat in disbelief.

"You mean there was no Fourth-Grade Natal Divine Power at all?"

Tian Chi Ling, under the Mind Control Technique, had a somewhat vacant gaze, but her answer was quick:

"That's right, there has never been a Fourth-Grade Natal Divine Power. That was just a lie my Tian Family fabricated to seek Golden Core protection."