Starting as a centurion, he fought his way through the chaos of the world.

Chapter 155 Huge Gains
Lu Ming's voice caused everyone from the various sects on the island to tremble.

His expression also became complicated.

The force of their attack gradually diminished.

"I surrender!" Finally, someone spoke first. It was an elder from the Angry Dragon Sect. Their sect leader had already died in battle, but what puzzled Lu Ming was that...

This person, as an elder, possesses a cultivation level of the mid-stage of the Purple Mansion realm, making him even stronger than their sect leader.

And after the first person spoke.

The others also dropped their weapons.

"I surrender too!"

There is no such thing as absolute loyalty between sects.

Now that the first person has surrendered, there will be a second.

Moments later, the battlefield was filled with a dark mass of people kneeling on the ground.

The disciples of those sects all chose to surrender.

When Lu Ming looked over, a look of satisfaction appeared in his eyes.

There are sixteen Purple Mansion Realm cultivators, three Divine Transformation Realm cultivators, nearly a hundred Golden Core experts, four to five hundred Core Condensation Realm cultivators, and nearly three thousand Qi Refining and Foundation Establishment cultivators.

It's a very large force.

If he had it in his hands, within the Great Yu territory, he might not be able to fight against the major sects, but he should be able to protect himself without any problems.

As for annihilating the King of Langya, it's impossible before his cultivation breaks through to the Nascent Soul Realm.

"Everyone must suppress their cultivation and register."

Wang Han and Hu Fei, lead your men to search all the major sects; take everything you can.

"As ordered!"

Upon receiving the order, the two quickly responded and then withdrew.

Then, the island became calm.

A large number of sect members were gathered together, their cultivation levels were suppressed, and their names, cultivation levels, and preferred techniques were registered.

Wu Han and his group then began to confiscate the assets of the various sects.

Having roamed the coastal areas for so many years, Black Mountain Island must have amassed quite a lot of spoils.

Lu Ming was really looking forward to this.

"My lord, this is the Black Mountain leader's storage ring." Lu Ming had just landed.

Zhang Meng walked over with a grin.

"Oh, let me see." Lu Ming smiled and took the storage ring. Someone like the leader of Black Mountain would definitely keep all his valuables in a ring.

After taking stock, it was clear that the forces on Black Mountain Island must have made a considerable profit.

But I never expected them to be so wealthy.

The Black Mountain leader's storage ring contained a staggering five million spirit stones.

With these things in hand, the Xuan Shui Dan should now be secured.

There is also a low-grade spiritual artifact, the Golden Silk Futon. Sitting on it to cultivate can calm one's mind and increase cultivation speed by more than ten times.

It's quite a good item; it can be placed in a secret room for me and my wife to practice.

Then there are all sorts of crafting materials.

There is also a warship called the Wrathful Dragon Ship, a high-grade magic weapon.

It can unleash the combat power of a Golden Core cultivator at sea, so it's not bad.

After taking stock, Lu Ming realized that he had actually made a profit this time.

However, rogue cultivators like the leader of Black Mountain were still rather poor, and didn't even have a decent spiritual artifact.

However, having enough spirit stones is fine.

Once we return, we can not only refine the Profound Water Pill, but also set up the Great Spirit Gathering Array in various cities.

With these, the war potential of his subordinates will be enhanced.

It can be increased in a short period of time.

"Bring some drinks." After Lu Ming took out the items from the Black Mountain leader's storage ring, it was already dark.

On the beach, bonfires were lit.

He found a spot by a fire and sat down.

Zhang Meng quickly placed a jar of wine next to Lu Ming.

After taking a sip.

Looking around, he wondered, "Where are Wu Han and the others?"

"We've gone to help raid those sects; quite a few people inside are still plotting to resist," Zhang Meng said hastily.

After nodding, Lu Ming said nothing more.

After checking the system store, a smile appeared on his lips.

This time, although not many people were killed, their strength and ruthlessness were not weak, and the points they gained were close to 400 million.

The leader of Montenegro alone contributed 50 million points to him.

He was indeed a vicious person.

Just then, Zhang Meng continued, "My lord, after dark, many families and sects along the coast have come looking for us and are now waiting for your summons near the island."

They said they were willing to offer us spirit stones as tribute, only asking that their ships be allowed to trade in coastal waters.

Lu Ming raised an eyebrow.

He had completely forgotten about that.

There are quite a few families and sects in this area, if they are willing to pay tribute.

What a huge sum of money that will be!

He felt that this was definitely an opportunity for the Marquis's mansion to take off.

I couldn't help but feel a little excited, but I tried my best to calm myself down.

After a moment of contemplation, he said.

"Make them wait."

If we meet right now, wouldn't it make me seem too hasty?

It's still necessary to give these people a break.

"Yes, sir!" Zhang Meng said, then carefully retreated.

Lu Ming then began to think again.

He sensed a huge business opportunity in the sea area.

If I can manage this well, I won't lack spirit stones in the future.

At the very least, it can support the development of a large army.

Therefore, they immediately began to think about what to do next.

Before we knew it, it was late at night.

"Clang!" Lu Ming, who was considering how to develop the sea area, heard the sound of chains rattling.

When I turned my head, I saw Wu Han pushing a burly man towards me.

The two are about the same height.

However, the man appeared somewhat thin, with his long hair hanging down.

His clothes were torn, and a chain made of black iron was tied around his collarbone.

However, the arrogance in his eyes remained undiminished.

When they arrived in front of Lu Ming.

Wu Han pointed at the man and said, "My lord, we found him in the dungeon of the Angry Dragon Sect. He is said to be the previous sect leader of the Angry Dragon Sect, with a cultivation level at the peak of the Nascent Soul stage."

Because of his talent and arrogant nature, the leader of Black Mountain feared that he would pose a threat to him, so he launched a sneak attack and suppressed him in the sect's dungeon.

The Angry Flood Dragon Sect Master we killed rose to power through flattery, so he wasn't very strong.

A smile appeared on his face as he spoke.

As soon as Lu Ming finished speaking, the Angry Dragon Sect Master knelt down on the ground.

"Thank you for saving my life, Lord Marquis. I, Helian Nu, am willing to obey your orders from now on."

Lu Ming looked at him.

He looked to be in his thirties, but I knew in my heart that he was probably hundreds of years old.

His bones are broad and large.

It exudes a fierce and untamed spirit.

Clearly, this is a time when one's Qi and blood are at their peak.

Several hundred years of age cannot leave any trace on a peak Nascent Soul cultivator.

Then, the other party's data appeared in Lu Ming's mind.

[Name: Helian Nu]

[Cultivation Level: Peak of Nascent Soul Stage]

[His Deeds: He was a naval commander of the Raging Waves Dynasty, a great maritime power. After being framed by his superior, he led his loyal subordinates to break through the encirclement and escape to the coastal areas, where he established the Angry Dragon Sect.]

He once wiped out thirteen Zifu families along the coast in one night, becoming the first general under the Black Mountain leader.

One hundred years ago, feared by the leader of the Black Mountain Sect, he was ambushed and injured, then imprisoned in the dungeon of the Angry Dragon Sect.

[Mission: Find someone who can protect you, seek refuge with Lu Ming, and repay his life-saving grace.]

[Overall brutality level: 4000 million points]

Killing it will grant 4000 million Chaos Points.

Looking at the other party's information, Lu Ming raised an eyebrow.

It's roughly the same as the information I already know.

Moreover, they are lacking a naval commander, which would be ideal if Helian Nu joined them.

That's not bad, and the other party has a considerable reputation in the coastal area. Thinking of this, he waved his hand.

He gestured to Wu Han to untie him.

"Bang!" A finger snapped out, breaking the chains binding Helian Nu.

The other person, feeling the weight lift off their body, smiled.

After kowtowing to Lu Ming again, he stood up.

"Thank you for taking me in, Your Excellency!"

Although his cultivation level was at the Nascent Soul stage, he dared not show the slightest disrespect in front of Lu Ming.

After all, the other party was someone who could suppress the leader of Black Mountain.

Although his cultivation level was only at the Purple Mansion Realm, he wasn't foolish enough to mistake Lu Ming for a true Purple Mansion Realm cultivator.

A century of living in the dungeon had gradually tempered his arrogance.

Helian Nu now cherishes his free life.

"From now on, you will be stationed on Black Mountain Island. Train 20,000 elite naval troops for me, and I will give you a great credit."

"Yes, Lord Marquis," Helian Nu replied hastily.

As for the original disciples of the Angry Dragon Sect, Lu Ming did not intend to let them stay.

After all, Helian Nu had been suppressed for a century.

However, he still held considerable prestige within the Angry Dragon Sect.

If we keep the original cast, who knows what kind of trouble they might cause?

This is not what he wants to see.

You have to understand that people's hearts can change. Helian Nu may be grateful to me now, but who can say for sure what will happen in the future?

Gaining someone's loyalty is a long process.

It cannot be accomplished overnight.

Then, Lu Ming looked at Zhang Meng and said, "Didn't three Nascent Soul experts surrender this time? Bring them all over."

"Yes, Lord Marquis." Zhang Meng replied and quickly withdrew.

In a short while, three figures walked over.

One of them was none other than Yun He, the City Lord of Fengyun City.

His white robe was now stained with blood and dirt.

His face showed signs of dishevelment.

The other two were both dressed in black outfits.

His clothes were torn, and there was blood on his face.

Clearly, they suffered a significant loss in the recent battle.

Upon arriving at Lu Ming's side, the three of them bowed in greeting.

"Yunhe!"

"Meng Xiao!"

"Zhang Shu!"

"I've met the Marquis!"

Lu Ming looked the three of them over and nodded.

"Tell me what your special skills are."

They glanced at Helian Nu, who was standing next to Lu Ming.

Then they began to introduce themselves.

Yunhe is skilled in formations and is considered a relatively powerful formation master, with a cultivation level at the mid-stage of the Nascent Soul realm.

Meng Xiao and Zhang Shu are both experts under the Black Mountain leader. They are skilled in water combat and have the same cultivation level of mid-stage Nascent Soul. However, they know a set of combined attack techniques.

He can fight against a peak Nascent Soul cultivator.

Their strength is quite impressive.

"Yunhe, come back with me. You will serve as the array master of the Marquis's mansion from now on."

Lu Ming glanced at the other person and then spoke.

Just in time for the Great Spirit Gathering Array to be set up, having this Cloud River will make things much easier for me.

Yunhe, of course, dared not object and quickly replied, "Yes, sir!"

Lu Ming nodded.

Then he continued, "Meng Xiao, Zhang Shu, you two will stay on Black Mountain Island to assist Helian Nu in training troops and at the same time keep track of the movements along the coast."

The four Purple Mansions and twenty Golden Core experts in the Black Mountain Chief's palace are all left for you; you can serve as generals in the army.

But remember, I need an army, not sect disciples. Don't use your sect's methods to train soldiers.

"If anything happens, follow Helian Nu's instructions."

"Yes, Your Excellency!" the two bowed in response.

"Ding!" However, immediately afterward, Lu Ming threw the two golden hoops onto the ground.

This is also a counterfeit.

He just redeemed it; once someone wears it, they can't take it off.

Unless one has entered the realm of tribulation.

It works very well, but it's a bit expensive.

One golden hoop costs 20 million points, but for now, it's still worth it to exchange it for the loyalty of two Nascent Soul cultivators.

"Put this on."

Meng Xiao and his companion exchanged a glance, realizing that this must be a method Lu Ming used to control them, but there was nothing they could do about it.

People have to bow their heads under the roof.

If I don't wear it now, I'm afraid I'll die here.

"The Marquis has spoken, so put them on quickly!" Helian Nu glared at the two men when he saw their hesitation.

He exuded a faint killing intent.

This scene further confirmed Lu Ming's judgment.

In fact, he had just noticed that these two people seemed to have some grudge against Helian Nu.

Moreover, their strength was quite good, so they were allowed to stay, which served as a check and balance between them and Helian Nu.

As for the golden headband, it's an extra layer of protection.

After all, Montenegro is far from the mainland, so it can be said to be a stronghold in the region.

If we don't plan it out properly...

It wouldn't be good if it got out of my control.

However, now it should be foolproof.

With Meng Xiao and He Lian both involved, plus the entanglement of the old men under the Black Mountain leader, He Lian could only rely on himself to gain a foothold on the island.

As for the latter, he had the golden headband, and was also at odds with the commander-in-chief Helian Nu.

The only way is to stay close to yourself.

After all, from then on, the sea area became one of the important sources of spirit stones for the Marquis's mansion.

It is absolutely essential that we do not lose it.

Meng Xiao and his companion dared not hesitate any longer and quickly put on the golden headbands.

The next moment, Lu Ming began to chant a secret incantation.

"Ah!" The two Nascent Soul experts instantly let out a shrill scream.

Even their heads were deformed from being strangled at this moment.

Pain was evident in his eyes.

The body kept rolling around.

It should be noted that even the Great Sage of yesteryear could not withstand this golden headband, let alone two Nascent Soul cultivators.

Although the golden headband is a high-quality replica.

But that's enough to deal with them.

"My lord, please stop reading. We will always be loyal to you and will never have any disloyal thoughts," Meng Xiao said with difficulty.

Just for a moment.

His face had turned pale.

Lu Ming stopped reciting the incantation.

"Just testing the waters, and it's not bad," he said casually.

The two people opposite them looked lingering fear on their faces.

When she looked at Lu Ming, the awe in her eyes deepened even further.

Helian Nu, however, showed a hint of gratitude on his face.

Lu Ming did not use the golden headband to control him, which was a sign of respect and trust.

"Tap!"

The three subordinates at the Nascent Soul stage have just been subdued.

Footsteps could be heard in the distance.

When Lu Ming looked over, he saw that it was Hu Fei walking over.

As soon as the other party approached, he bowed and said, "My lord, several sects on the island have been searched and their supplies have been inventoried. Please take a look!"

As they were speaking, they handed over an account book.

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