Man on the ark, forced to become king

"Besides that unknown power, it's life force, a very strong life force... Could it be?"

Thinking of a certain possibility, the old master frowned, realizing that he was probably overthinking it.

As for vitality, at most it's about healing or flesh regeneration?

The secret medicines and techniques of Yan Kingdom can also achieve similar effects; otherwise, how can humans fight against alien demons if each wounded soldier takes several months to recover?

Perhaps the treatment methods at the Golden Tree are cheaper and more effective?

"It's vitality."

Lin Lu didn't say it directly, but kept it a secret: "Even among the Golden People, there are different levels. The lowest level of Golden Tree Blessing can only improve the user's physical strength, without much change. If it is a truly complete Golden Tree Blessing, then... what is the most troublesome ability of the demonic species?"

Troubling abilities of demonic beings? There are too many to list.

Bewitching people, providing unbelievable ways to become stronger, polluting the region... and so on.

However, the most significant impact is on their ability to revive.

If it weren't for the fact that the resurrection of those evil things is impossible to guard against, we could simply crush them with absolute violence. Many creations or spells that are unusable due to that ability could come in handy.

Could it be...

“That’s right. Since it holds the power over life, how could it be limited to the superficial appearance of flesh and blood regeneration? The blessing of the complete Golden Tree can also grant people the ability to resurrect.”

"As long as the soul has not been extinguished, the dead can return to the Golden Tree and be resurrected with the power of the Golden Tree, returning in their prime."

resurrection!

Upon hearing those two words, the old Celestial Master's pupils dilated dramatically, his face filled with astonishment and disbelief.

Is there really a way to bring the dead back to life in this world?

If the soul is immortal, it can be reborn and return in its prime. This is even more terrifying than evil spirits and monsters!

If such power were applied to the northern frontier battlefield, then Yumen Pass would be an invincible fortress!

Everyone can be resurrected, so why should the soldiers of Yan Kingdom fear alien demons?

"Of course, this kind of resurrection is not without its limitations. The soul is different from the body. Each resurrection will consume part of the soul and it will take a long time to recover. If it is used too much, the person will be ruined. Even if resurrected, he will only be a mindless walking corpse."

"That's how it should be, that's how it should be. What doesn't come at a price?"

Upon hearing Lin Lu's explanation, the old master breathed a sigh of relief, feeling that this was the right way to do it.

If there were truly no restrictions and infinite resurrections, then he would have to reconsider the Golden Tree issue.

Even so, the Golden Tree is still very important to the Yan Kingdom!

If it were Ursus, those barbarians would most likely choose to take control of the Golden Tree, or destroy it if they couldn't.

But the Yan Kingdom is different.

The mighty Yan Dynasty embraces all rivers!

This vast land has stretched for thousands of years, and there have been countless talented and extraordinary people throughout its history.

Although the Golden Tree is powerful, the Yan Kingdom can accommodate it!

Rather than becoming enemies with the Golden Tree due to an uncertain possibility that hasn't even shown a hint yet, establishing in-depth cooperation with the hope that one day the Golden Tree can be completely integrated into the Great Yan is the best choice and the choice that best serves the current interests of the Yan Kingdom.

A thousand thoughts flooded his mind. After a moment of contemplation, the old master quickly made a decision.

"Mr. Lin, to be honest, my Yan Kingdom desires the Flame of the Hunting Gods, and as for the Golden People... is there any way we can discuss it?"

"Oh? The Celestial Master intends to have the people of Yan enter my Golden Tree?"

"That's true."

"Isn't the Celestial Master afraid that the blessing might be poisonous? This is a strategically important border region; we can't easily trust anyone, can we?"

Lin Lu did not immediately agree, but instead asked back.

If Yan Guo were willing, he would naturally want to plant the Golden Tree at Yumen Pass. A battlefield that has lasted for hundreds or thousands of years is like a huge restaurant with unlimited supply for the Golden Tree. Why wouldn't it eat there?

However, while he could eat, he couldn't be too obvious about it, lest the Yan Kingdom become wary.

"Mr. Lin is open and honest, and he has told me everything, good and bad, merit and demerit. If that's the case, why can't I believe him?"

The old master stroked his beard and smiled, then directly stated his thoughts.

"Sir, please speak frankly. What are the conditions for becoming a citizen of the Golden Tree? I know that the blessing of the Golden Tree is no ordinary thing and cannot be given easily. Therefore, I only wish to secure ten spots for the soldiers on the border. If you have any requests, please feel free to make them. I still have some influence in the court."

And such good things?

To Lin Lu, the old master's words were like, "I'm a fat sheep, come and slaughter me!" It was as if the words "fat sheep" were written all over his face.

Then why be so polite?

"The complete blessing of the Golden Tree is indeed precious. Nowadays, there are only a handful of people qualified to possess the complete blessing of the Golden Tree. The difficulty of being resurrected is immense. The stronger a person is, the greater the consumption required for resurrection. If it happens too frequently, it will be a great burden on the Golden Tree. I believe the Celestial Master can guess this without me saying it."

"However, alien demons are the enemy of mankind. Yan Kingdom's refusal to let them out is admirable, and the Golden Tree will not keep them to itself."

"Ten is a bit too many, how about five? As for what we need... there's nothing we need, just send some source stones to make up for the consumption."

I won't say how much, I'll just give you what you think is appropriate. After giving you such a big benefit, I'm sure you wouldn't feel comfortable giving too little, right?

Lin Lu extended five fingers and gave her response with a faint smile.

Scarcity increases value. Since the cooperation has just begun, it's impossible to offer too much or be too generous. Once Yan Kingdom tastes the benefits, they will naturally come back to us in the future, taking the initiative to increase their investment and seek more.

In a seller's market, this unique transaction means he has no worries about not getting a good price; the value only increases over time.

By the time the Golden Tree has fully grown with the support of the Yan Kingdom, it will be too late for them to regret it.

"Five...that's fine too."

After a moment's thought, the old master nodded in agreement.

The fighting in the northern border region is fierce, and five slots are far from enough. However, since this is the first time the two sides are cooperating, it is not appropriate to ask for too much.

Trust is something that needs to be built up gradually.

Once we get to know each other better, we'll definitely be able to get more. Taking five now to test the waters and see how it goes isn't a bad thing.

"Regarding the Flame of the Hunting Gods, it will take some time to craft the corresponding artifacts, as for the materials..."

Having settled the issue of the number of spots, Lin Lu changed the subject and moved on to another problem, looking somewhat troubled.

The old celestial master understood and immediately waved his hand, saying, "All the materials and expenses needed to make the artifact will be handled by Wei boy. You don't need to worry about it, sir. When I return to the court, the source stones you need will be transported to Longmen."

"However, it is inconvenient for this old man to stay here any longer. How about having my young apprentice accompany you as a liaison?"

Giving gifts, money, and even people as gifts?

How spacious!

Lin Lu almost couldn't help but give the old master a thumbs up. Look at how well he handled this matter! He was so generous and straightforward!

Having his apprentice act as his eyes and ears might be a bit of a hassle for others, but for him... well, with the person staying here, it's uncertain who he'll listen to in the future.

The direct descendant of the Celestial Master is of extraordinary value.

"That's certainly possible for me, but isn't the Celestial Master's disciple supposed to be working at the Dali Temple in Yan Kingdom?"

"I'd rather not take the position of Vice Minister of the Court of Judicial Review."

With a wave of his hand, the old master determined the future of his young apprentice.

In his opinion, how could a place like the Dali Temple be as good as being with Lin Lu?

No matter how high you rise in rank in the imperial court, it's all the same. Besides, you become like those you associate with; those cunning and treacherous fellows are not easy to deal with.

The Golden Tree is different here; there are no restrictions from the imperial court, and people can come and go freely.

Moreover, Lin Lu is a master no less than him. There are also many strong people in the Golden Tree, including a true god, as well as Dewdrop, which is of great benefit to thunder magic cultivation. Isn't this much better than being bullied by those birdmen in the court?

He is stationed at a strategic pass in the northern frontier, so he doesn't have much time to teach his disciples. It would be great if he could learn a trick or two from Golden Tree later when they become more familiar with each other.

Even this old man is extremely envious of the Golden Tree's secrets!

How could we possibly let such a golden opportunity slip by?

"atmosphere!"

What else could Lin Lu say? She could only give the old man a thumbs up.

He was extremely satisfied with the exchange.

The Golden Tree only gave away a tiny bit of something, but in return it received real gold and silver. Not only did it avoid conflict with the Yan Kingdom, but it also established a relationship and became a partner with great potential for the future. Could there be anything more comfortable than this?

"So, happy working together?"

"Haha, it's a pleasure doing business with you!"

Using the golden liquid as wine, Lin Lu and the Old Celestial Master picked up the teacups on the table, drank them down in one gulp, smiled at each other, and were both very satisfied. It was a scene of great joy for both host and guests. The Old Celestial Master's eyes narrowed with laughter, clearly showing his happiness.

Lin Lu was delighted by the substantial benefits of this cooperation. He saw a glimmer of hope for the safety of the Yan Kingdom, a problem that had plagued the Great Yan for hundreds of years, in this small Dragon Gate. The Great Yan Kingdom could continue to exist, as stable as Mount Tai!

How could the old master, who had dedicated his life to the country, not be happy?

If he weren't so busy, he would have even called up a few old friends and had a good drink!

Chapter Fifty-Three: The Tragic Imagination of the Qilin Girl

A storm that could have affected the future of Longmen, or even caused Longmen to change hands, vanished without a trace.