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

Chapter 226 Greatly Increased Strength and the Expedition

As Lu Ming walked out of the secret room, the female official in green was indeed there.

"Greetings, Your Majesty. Congratulations on your successful completion of the seclusion."

Lu Ming waved his hand, signaling the other person to rise.

Then he asked, "Where is the Empress?"

"Your Majesty, both empresses are currently in Donghuang Palace," the female official in green quickly reported.

Lu Ming nodded.

They headed straight for the Eastern Phoenix Palace.

The female official in blue followed closely behind.

On the way, Lu Ming slowly asked, "How has the strength of my Great Yu soldiers improved these days?"

"Your Majesty, General Wu Han and the others have already entered the True Immortal Realm, General Lü Peng has also broken through to the Profound Immortal Realm, and your personal guards have now all broken through to the Heavenly Immortal Realm, with most of them in the middle stage of the Heavenly Immortal Realm. More than 200,000 people in various units have broken through to the early stage of the Heavenly Immortal Realm, and the rest are in the Feathering Realm."

The city guards have now all entered the Tribulation Realm.

The army's strength has improved very rapidly.

Today, the Great Yu is no longer a small force in Donglin Prefecture; it can be said to have the strength to contend with the two major powers.

After a moment of contemplation, Lu Ming asked, "Has anything else happened this year?"

"There's nothing too important happening within the Great Yu territory. The battle between Immortal Official Lin Mu and the Tianheng Sect is still ongoing, and both sides seem to be really fighting. However, it's still in a stalemate. Also, City Lord Shi Yu has been visiting Great Yu very frequently lately."

I have been living in the palace for more than three months now.

They sent many gifts to the Crown Prince and the Princess.

They are all quite precious.

Li nodded, indicating his shortcomings.

They had already entered the inner palace while they were talking.

"Fuguang, get down here! If you misbehave again, I'll beat you up."

It sounds like Yu Muyun's voice.

The other person, who was usually dignified, now spoke with anger, clearly quite upset.

When you look in that direction.

Upon closer inspection, several people were standing ahead, and Yu Muyun was among them. She was wearing a red phoenix robe, and her long hair was styled in an updo, adorned with gold ornaments that shone brightly in the sunlight.

She tilted her head back, looking at the roof, revealing her glistening neck.

Li Xirou was wearing a white dress and holding a little girl in her arms.

She was also wearing a white dress.

Carved from powder and sculpted from jade.

She has two pigtails on her head, which makes her very cute.

Upon seeing the other person, a feeling of blood connection rose in Lu Ming's heart.

City Lord Shiyu was also there; her perfect figure stood out in the crowd.

Wearing a long red dress that accentuated her curves, she was now covering her mouth and laughing.

On the roof, there was a child wearing a bright yellow short jacket, with his head shaved all around except for a tuft of hair on his forehead.

It was grinning and shaking its little head, laughing.

"The Crown Prince has run up to the roof again," the female official in blue said helplessly.

Lu Ming raised an eyebrow.

When he looked over, he discovered that his son's cultivation had already reached the Golden Core Realm, and he was only one year old.

I don't know what level I'll reach after I grow up.

Then, Lu Ming stepped forward and said with a smile, "It's nothing for a child to be a little naughty. There's no need to hit him at such a young age."

As they were talking, Fu Guang on the roof and Wang Shu in Li Xirou's arms also noticed Lu Ming, and the two children's eyes lit up.

Then they ran over.

"Daddy!"

Fu Guang somersaulted off the roof.

Wang Shu jumped into Lu Ming's arms, but was a step too slow, and her little mouth twitched as if she was about to cry.

Lu Ming picked her up.

Only then did he stop crying and start laughing.

Looking at the two children, Lu Ming smiled and said, "How did you recognize me?"

“We’ve always known you were our father,” Wang Shu said, clutching the hem of her clothes.

The women also saw Lu Ming.

Li Xirou smiled and said, "These two children are so clever, they're so affectionate with you!"

while talking.

Lord Shiyu walked up.

"Greetings, Emperor Yu. I hope my unauthorized visit has not disturbed you."

“You are my good friend, how can you say I’m bothering you?” Lu Ming said with a smile.

Li Xirou stepped forward and said, "Sister Yunjin has taught us how to make a lot of delicious food during this time. We'll make some for our husband later."

Lu Ming smiled and said, "Okay, then let's try it today."

As he spoke, he walked toward his bedchamber.

As soon as they entered, the women got busy.

Lu Ming was playing with the two children.

As expected of reincarnations of spirits, they are not only highly talented but also exceptionally intelligent. Lu Ming casually taught them some things, and they learned them immediately.

This brought him a sense of relief.

In a few years, his own children will be able to share his burdens.

With each generation of development, the Great Yu royal family will surely rise to even greater heights.

The meal was ready in less than an hour.

When placed on the table, it fills the air with fragrance.

Holding the child in his arms, Lu Ming raised his glass and said, "Let's drink to the arrival of Lord Shiyu City."

He raised his glass as he spoke.

The girls, of course, wouldn't refuse.

He immediately drank the wine in his glass.

A rich aroma of wine filled the air.

Accompanied by the aroma of food.

The two children were taken away by the wet nurse.

Lu Ming wolfed down his food. After more than a year of seclusion, he really missed his wife's cooking.

After the food on the table was finished.

He then sat up straight and said.

"I'm going to war in a few days, so I'll have to leave things at home to Muyun and Xirou for now."

Hearing his words, the two women nodded, though somewhat reluctant.

But the City Lord of Shiyu looked surprised and asked, "Is Emperor Yu preparing to expand his territory?"

After all, the current situation in Donglin Prefecture is already fixed.

If we act rashly, we are very likely to be targeted by Lin Mu and Shi Hong.

As soon as she finished speaking...

Lu Ming nodded and said, "Yes, we're about to take action. The territory of Dayu is too small right now, and resources are scarce. If we don't replenish them, it will restrict our development."

"The two sides are currently at a standoff. If we make a move rashly, it could very well provoke a joint attack from them. I think it's better to wait until they decide the victor. As for supplies, I still have some left."

"The City Lord of Stone Rain said slowly."

Li Xirou and the other woman also looked over at the same time.

They were also very worried about Lu Ming's deployment of troops.

If possible, I don't want him to send troops.

However, after glancing at the three women, Lu Ming said indifferently, "We are about to enter a period of great competition. If we don't improve the strength of the Great Yu as soon as possible, then those top sects will enter the Eastern Lin Prefecture."

Then we won't have a chance.

Neither Lin Mu nor Shi Hong are straightforward people; it will probably take decades or even centuries to determine a winner.

This is taking too long. The Great Yu Dynasty can't wait, and neither can I.

After the words fell.

The girls exchanged glances and then fell silent.

This clearly indicates that Lu Ming's words were accepted.

After a moment, City Lord Shiyu asked, "Does Emperor Yu want to compete?" "Since we're already here, if we don't compete, wouldn't we be missing out on this golden age? If others can compete, so can I." Lu Ming's voice was filled with confidence.

City Lord Shiyu nodded. "I will do my utmost to help Emperor Yu."

"Nothing else is needed, just help me guard the Great Yu and prevent any sneak attacks," Lu Ming said slowly.

He was still very confident in the strength of the Great Yu.

Currently, the only difference between the Great Yu and the other two forces is the number of skilled fighters; in terms of army size, the Great Yu is a cut above the other side.

But a skilled opponent can handle it.

Therefore, the army only needs to push forward horizontally.

Today, more than 100,000 Eight-Bull Crossbows have been manufactured, and once deployed on the battlefield, they will definitely be a formidable weapon.

"Yes, I will keep a close eye on the movements of the Great Yu. If anyone attacks, I will arrive immediately," City Lord Shiyu nodded.

After the last attack on Qingyan City.

She had killed all the deputy city lords, and used the seized resources to exchange for a lot of supplies, thus pushing her cultivation level to the Profound Immortal Realm.

His cultivation level is definitely not weak.

Moreover, she is also very strong in combat.

With her help, Lu Ming's life will be much easier.

After discussing these matters, Lord Shiyu City wisely left.

After all, Lu Ming had just come out of seclusion, so naturally he wanted to be intimate with his wife. It would be too rude of him to stay here.

And just after she left.

A burning desire also appeared in Lu Ming's eyes.

He has been very proper during the years his two daughters have been pregnant.

Now, we are finally liberated.

When Li Xirou saw his gaze, a blush involuntarily appeared on her face.

They naturally understand what the other person is thinking.

"It's getting dark, let's get some rest!"

After saying that, he pulled the two women towards the palace.

The two of them didn't refuse, especially Yu Muyun, who followed with a smile.

In the following days, Lu Ming spent almost every day with his two wives and children, and the family enjoyed a rare moment of warmth.

In the blink of an eye, half a month has passed.

Tomorrow is the day we set off.

On this day, while Lu Mingzeng was drinking in his palace, a female official in blue robes cautiously approached and said, "Your Majesty, Lord Baili requests an audience."

"Let him go to the study."

Lu Ming didn't know why Baili Fei was looking for him.

But I knew something must have happened.

"Yes, Your Majesty."

The female official in green responded and then withdrew.

Lu Ming also walked towards the Imperial Study.

When he arrived, he saw that Baili Fei was already waiting outside.

Upon seeing Lu Ming, he quickly stepped forward and bowed, saying, "Greetings, Your Majesty."

"Let's go inside and talk." Lu Ming walked inside.

I had just sat down.

Before the palace maids could bring the tea...

Baili Fei hurriedly said, "Your Majesty, we have run out of immortal crystals. Almost all of the crystals mined last year were sent into the secret realm. We now have less than 100 million immortal crystals, but we already have quite a few experts under our command who have entered the Heavenly Immortal Realm."

Their cultivation requires the supply of immortal crystals.

It costs about a hundred yuan each month, and the annual consumption reaches more than 200 million immortal crystals. Adding in the consumption of some generals, it would take at least 300 million immortal crystals a year. Moreover, the amount of medicinal materials for refining golden pills has also increased.

It requires about 30 billion crystals every year.

"Currently, the supply is completely insufficient; some elixirs have already been discontinued."

Baili Fei's arrival at this time had only one meaning: the finances of Dayu were on the verge of collapse.

Your Majesty, please think of a solution quickly.

Lu Ming raised an eyebrow. He knew that the Great Yu's finances were tight, and the seven Immortal Spirit Realms were truly money-devouring beasts.

But I never expected it to come to this.

After a moment of contemplation, he said, "I am aware of this matter. I will find a solution regarding the immortal crystals as soon as possible."

After saying that, he continued, "Have all the resources I asked you to send to the border been delivered?"

"Your Majesty, everything has been transported there. All the equipment, provisions, elixirs, and the last of the immortal crystals are now being deployed at the border," Baili Fei hurriedly replied.

Lu Ming nodded. "That's good. It's over now. You can go back now."

"Yes, sir!" Baili Fei replied and then carefully left.

Then, Lu Ming asked the female official in blue outside the door, "Where are the troops from each division? Have they gathered at the border yet?"

"Your Majesty, they all went to Qingyan City yesterday. That place is the closest to Xiyun City under Shi Hong's command, and the city is guarded by a Xuanxian Realm expert."

Lu Ming nodded.

Then he said, "Pass down the order that the army be divided into two parts, with Wu Han as the left-wing marshal and Xun Feng as the assistant, along with three million city guards and two hundred True Immortal Realm retainers, to launch a major attack on the cities occupied by Shi Hong."

Zhang Mu, as the Right Route Marshal, with the Sharp Metal Division and the Fire Division as his assistants, led three million city guards and one hundred True Immortal Realm retainers to launch an attack on Lin Mu's forces.

Tell the Imperial Guard to accompany me to the border tomorrow.

Lu Ming did not intend to follow any army. He planned to lead his personal guards to infiltrate the enemy's center and kill Lin Mu and Shi Hong, as long as the two of them were killed in battle.

The entire Donglin Prefecture is about to fall into my hands.

When the time comes, he will show everyone who looked down on him that he, Lu Ming, can also dominate a region.

It should be understood that in the early stages of this great trend, anyone who can occupy a prefecture is definitely considered to have made a name for themselves.

Even the overlords supported by those sages are nothing more than this.

Most importantly, the flames of worldly desires have now been suppressed to a minimum.

Obtaining the Nine Cauldrons has become of paramount importance.

Obtaining the Nine Cauldrons is the only way for the Great Yu Dynasty to protect itself.

In other words, none of the parties have taken him seriously yet, and no one has really made a move against him. If they were to actually attack him, given the current strength of the Great Yu, he would surely be utterly defeated.

Therefore, unifying Donglin Prefecture was something he had to do.

He intends to use these massive resources to elevate the strength of the Great Yu Dynasty to a new level.

"Yes, sir!" Upon receiving the order, the female official in blue carefully withdrew.

After she left.

Lu Ming also went to the inner palace.

He prepared to say goodbye to his wife and then leave.

Nothing happened that night, and early the next morning, he drove his carriage to the palace gate.

At this moment, tens of thousands of personal guards had already gathered together.

Their cultivation levels were all at the Celestial Immortal Realm.

Even Zhang Meng, who had broken through to the True Immortal realm, was greeted by Lu Ming with respect when he first met him. Lu Ming said, "Your Majesty, all the members of the Imperial Guard have arrived."

Lu Ming nodded.

"Let's go!" After saying that.

They headed towards the teleportation array, with the others following closely behind.

"Buzz!"

As an astonishing light screen appeared on the formation, it covered everyone.

Their figures vanished from the spot.

when it appears again.

We're already at Heishan Pass.

Here, a large number of troops are heading towards the area beyond the pass.

It was pitch black, and there was no end in sight.

It turned out that Wu Han and his men had already dispatched troops.

Lu Ming stared at the army, a hint of melancholy in his eyes. After this battle, he wondered how many of them would be able to return.