Sword Shatters Stars

Chapter 107 Heavenly Martial Corps - Northern City!

He would occasionally kick the tree in a fit of whimsy, and he kept talking to the tree for several days.

Finally it stopped.

The group traveled for another ten days, slowing down to observe more and search more places along the way.

They traveled another two thousand kilometers, but still encountered no extraordinary events.

However, the number of groups of Heavenly Martial Souls they encountered along the way was increasing.

I also encountered two teams of Heavenly Warriors with a group of Heavenly Martial Souls.

But I've never seen a mutant beast.

I've never seen a village before.

When they encountered another group of people, they asked how to get to the nearest village.

"You came from the south?"

"This whole area must be barren mountains and wilderness!"

"How would I know? The Heavenly Martial Corps has searched two or three thousand kilometers to the south. Who would go there? None of the three major organizations have built villages there!"

Upon hearing this, Lin Xiufeng and his group were filled with dismay and frustration.

The group looked at them with pity, pointing north:
"Head north, and in about a hundred kilometers we'll find the Northern City of the Heavenly Martial Clan. Take a good shower and rest there. Poor three beauties, you've had such a bumpy journey!"

Lin Xiufeng thanked the group, and they quickened their pace, heading straight for the northern city.

The closer you are, the more often you'll encounter passersby.

If you ask, nine out of ten people will be willing to give you directions.

Although one or two out of ten of them misled people and gave them wrong directions...

If I weren't in such a hurry to go to the northern city to wash up, eat, and rest, I would definitely go back and have a friendly chat with these bastards!
As the outlines of buildings gradually appeared on the horizon, a carefree spirit shouted excitedly:
"Finally, we don't have to live a primitive life anymore!"

He ran ahead recklessly, even turning back to urge them to run faster.

Zhao Youyue and Lin Qiru quickened their pace, and Fang Yuan also sped up.

Lin Xiufeng lagged behind, observing as more and more northern cities came into view ahead.

This is a city made up of wooden and stone structures.

Looking around, you can't tell how many households there are.

Lin Xiufeng activated the miniature robot to scan and record images of the city. After analysis, it was confirmed that there were more than 5,000 buildings.

Moreover, the building's footprint is larger than usual.

I once saw the largest city in the world, the Second Elder City, but compared to the Northern City, it was just a backward little town.

While marveling at the strength of the Tianwu Group, Lin Xiufeng subconsciously had a thought:
'With so many people residing in the northern city, there must be even more mutated beasts being kept in captivity nearby!'

'Hmm, it seems they've come to join the Heavenly Martial Clan. It's best to avoid that thought.'

Renxing was almost at the city gate when he turned around anxiously to urge him on:

"Commander, hurry up! Aren't you in a hurry to take a bath together?"

Near the city gate, many people's eyes immediately turned to this place.

So much so that Zhao Youyue felt embarrassed to point out that Renxing's use of language was inappropriate and could lead to misunderstandings.

"Here we come!" Lin Xiufeng quickened his pace and ran to the city gate, where he saw many envious or jealous eyes following him for a while.

Upon entering the city, the group inquired about inns and headed straight there to find lodging.

After getting ready, we discussed it and decided that we should take a shower first.

Anyway, the weather is cold in rainy years, so it's more comfortable to eat and drink after washing up.

The bathing area is quite large, with private bathtubs.

Lin Xiufeng said she wanted a room, and Zhao Youyue said, embarrassed and annoyed, "Who wants a private room with you?!"

Lin Xiufeng said impulsively, "Didn't you just shout about a couples' bath at the city gate? Come on!"

"Zhao Youyue! Your man is flirting with me! Aren't you going to do anything about it?"

He glared at her recklessly, then pulled Lin Qiru inside.

"You're such a smart aleck! You're so stubborn that you've already agreed, and I..." Zhao Youyue kicked him in annoyance.

"Of course you'd stop her!"

Lin Xiufeng chuckled and kicked him back, then shook his head, indicating that they should go to the private room.

Zhao Youyue ignored him, snorted, and went off to chase after Ren Xing and Lin Qiru.

Seeing that Fang Yuan hadn't gone in yet, Lin Xiufeng couldn't help but ask him:
How did you know you needed to wait for me?

"Because you didn't pay for the private room, you obviously anticipated that Zhao Youyue wouldn't go."

Fang Yuan's speculation was reasonable and well-founded, and Lin Xiufeng clasped his hands in front of him to show his admiration.

The three people, including Zhao Youyue, who had run inside, ran out again, shouting to make way for the private room.

Lin Xiufeng was still wondering why the three women had run into the private room again. Lin Xiufeng went inside and saw a large pool with many people soaking in it…

Okay, he's pretentious, he's out of touch with reality!

Lin Xiufeng turned around and went to a private room to take a bath with Fang Yuan.

Fang Yuan said, "Just treat it as a swimming pool, it's nothing."

"If everyone's grime is soaking in water, isn't that just a massive mixing of bathwater from millions of people? Wouldn't it be cleaner to wash with rainwater?"

"The water here..." Fang Yuan's words startled Lin Xiufeng, but after a closer look, Fang Yuan discovered that it was a separate pipe. "...It's independent."

Lin Xiufeng sat down again and complained:

"You're joking now."

"Let it be a gradual influence." Fang Yuan was indeed doing it on purpose.

"The facilities in the northern city of the Tianwu Group are different; it seems they are trying to optimize the standard of living as much as possible."

Lin Xiufeng sincerely exclaimed that with the support of the Tianlan Star government, their strength was indeed outstanding.

"Yes." Fang Yuan didn't show any particular emotion.

Lin Xiufeng had long noticed that neither he nor Renxing seemed particularly enthusiastic about joining the Tianwu Group.

"You and Renxing don't seem very enthusiastic about joining the Heavenly Martial Group?"

"The Heavenly Martial Group is a good way out, but the question is, can a willful personality abide by the rules and stay indefinitely?"

Fang Yuan's concerns are very realistic.

If Renxing can't stay any longer, why would Fangyuan abandon him?

“You can talk to Renxing about your concerns. I suggest that even if you are prepared for the worst, you should stay in Tianwu Group.”

"I can't just abandon my willfulness." Fang Yuan's attitude was very clear.

"She's a Celestial Warrior, and a very strong one at that. Rather than needing your help in battle, wouldn't it be more meaningful for you to be part of the Celestial Warrior Group so that she always has a way out in the future?"

Lin Xiufeng's suggestion left Fang Yuan silent for a moment...

Fang Yuan hadn't thought that way, because his subconscious judgment was that he would eventually lose his willfulness, and he wouldn't be able to stay there either.

Upon closer consideration, I suddenly realized that Lin Xiufeng's words made a lot of sense.

"We'll see. If necessary, I'll discuss it with Renxing."

"Looking on the bright side, if we continue to fight together, and you can't control yourself when you're being willful, we can help coax and persuade you, and we can stay together for a long time."

Lin Xiufeng looked to the future with eager anticipation.

We're getting closer to finding clues about our enemy's identity...

"Will the Heavenly Martial Group still allow us to act together?" Fang Yuan suddenly asked.

Lin Xiufeng was stunned for a moment...

He suddenly remembered school. Was it possible for a few friends to sit together whenever they wanted?
If schools can't do it, how can an organization like the Heavenly Martial Corps possibly succeed?

"We are a five-person Heavenly Martial Team! Each of us is at the peak of the Heavenly Martial Power realm. This little thing is no problem for us?"

Lin Xiufeng regained her confidence.

Fang Yuan didn't want to discourage him, but felt it was her responsibility to remind him.

“Our Breakthrough Heaven Martial Power is high, but we started cultivating late. Only you and Zhao Youyue stand out. It’s enough for them to have you act together.”

"Do you think we would abandon you?" Lin Xiufeng asked, clearly displeased.

Do you think we'll drag you down with us?

Fang Yuan's question made Lin Xiufeng pause for a moment, then he smiled and said:
"An entire regiment is sticking to the same story, preventing us from acting together, and refusing to join the Heavenly Martial Regiment. I refuse to believe it!"

"Perhaps we can reach an agreement, and Zhao Youyue's uncle will also take care of things. But can a promise really stand the test? In the future, we'll be involved in various operations here and there, each assigned to provide support and assistance, and each trip could last for six months, a year, or even longer. In name, we'll be in the same group, but in reality, we'll all be scattered in different directions."

Fang Yuan's calmness was almost like pouring cold water on things.

No, Lin Xiufeng felt it was like pouring ice water on him.

"Will it really be like this?"

"That's how organizations work: the will of an individual must be subordinate to the collective. If an individual's will is not subordinate to the collective for a long time, then that individual does not belong to the collective. Once their unique value disappears, what use are they?"

Fang Yuan simply explained his thoughts clearly.

Lin Xiufeng thought for a moment, then suddenly laughed and said:

"There's still a way! After we reach an agreement, we'll find a hostile region, carve out our own territory, and raise an enemy to maintain our own power!"

Fang Yuan's eyes lit up, and he was in a great mood. He praised her, saying:

"It's feasible! We have plenty of resources to equip and maintain a reliable fighting force! Our general direction is aligned with the Heavenly Martial Legion, and we'll follow orders. At that point, our value in the united front will be sufficient. Instead of forcibly dismantling us, it's better to remain unchanged and stabilize the situation!"

Both of them wanted to target the Tianfan Organization as their adversary, and they discussed more details and ideas, and time flew by.

Until someone knocked on the door and said, "Your companions are waiting outside."

(End of this chapter)