Chapter 534: The Four Generals of the Black Demon Army, Entering the Thunder Realm
The next day, as warm sunlight poured into the quiet room through the window, Mo Yu, who was meditating, slowly opened his eyes in response to its warmth. As he did, a strange ripple spread through the space around him, and a unique energy, different from Dou Qi, silently flowed into the center of his forehead, merging with his soul.
"With a specialized soul cultivation technique, the progress in soul training is indeed rapid," Mo Yu muttered to himself, feeling the full sensation between his brows. Over the past few days, whenever he had the time, he diligently practiced his soul cultivation method, and the results were quite significant—he was now just a step away from breaking through to the mid-level of the Spiritual Realm.
Smiling slightly, Mo Yu stood up from the bed, stretched his body, and left the room. After meeting up with Xiao Yi Xian and the others, they left the guest house together. Since their conversation from two days ago, whenever Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin saw Mo Yu, a faint blush would appear on their faces.
Mo Yu simply smiled, shook his head, and gently patted their heads before leading the group outside. The large estate was already bustling with strong individuals from all corners of the land. These people either possessed great strength or came from powerful backgrounds, creating a lively atmosphere as they mingled.
After wandering around the estate for a while, Mo Yu and his group stopped at a spacious tavern. The center of the tavern had a large stone platform, where two figures were currently engaged in a heated battle. The two fighters were at the level of six-star Dou Zong, and their fierce exchanges drew cheers from the crowd.
While the fight might have been exciting to some, it didn't interest Mo Yu much. He and his group found a spot near a window and sat down. As he scanned the tavern, he noticed quite a few strong individuals present.
"Did you gather any information about the Black Demon Army?" Mo Yu asked casually, taking a sip of the tea that the waitress had just served him, while glancing at the fight on the stage.
Now that he was going to interact with the Thunder Clan, Mo Yu knew he needed to learn more about them, especially the Black Demon Army, known for their elite warriors and formidable combat prowess. Since Mo Yu was now the Black Thunder Banner's Captain, he had to understand them better.
"Yes," Xiao Yi Xian smiled and nodded. She exchanged a glance with Qing Lin before softly explaining, "The Black Demon Army holds a high status within the Thunder Clan. Their selection process is extremely strict. Not only must the soldiers be completely loyal to the Thunder Clan, but they must also reach a specific level of strength within a certain age range.
"It's said that the Black Demon Army holds an annual assessment. Those who don't meet the standards are removed, and even the captains must compete in a tournament every few years. Those with the lowest rankings lose their positions. Additionally, since the Thunder Clan values strength, this constant evaluation ensures the quality of the Black Demon Army, which is considered on par with the Gu Clan's Black Abyss Army."
Mo Yu nodded in understanding. He had once led a squad from the Black Thunder Banner, so he knew firsthand that the soldiers in the Black Demon Army were no ordinary fighters. Each one was among the elite, with talent that would make them stand out even outside the Thunder Clan.
"The army is strictly divided into ranks, with eight banner captains. Yesterday, we encountered Mu Mang and the Blue Thunder Captain, who are two of those captains. However, Mu Mang is only the vice-captain of the Silver Thunder Banner. The actual Silver Thunder Captain is his older brother, Mu Zhan, who is a five-star Dou Zun," Qing Lin added.
"So Mu Mang is just a vice-captain?" Mo Yu's eyes narrowed slightly. Mu Mang, with his one-star Dou Zun strength, was only a vice-captain. The Blue Thunder Captain was a three-star Dou Zun, while Mu Mang's older brother, Mu Zhan, was a five-star Dou Zun. From this, Mo Yu deduced that there must be at least 20 or 30 Dou Zun experts within the Black Demon Army, an incredibly powerful force.
"As expected of the Thunder Clan," Mo Yu remarked. While the Thunder Clan members inherited the bloodline of Dou Di, the fact that they could gather such a strong army spoke to their strength.
"Right now, you're not very popular among the young talents of the Thunder Clan," Xiao Yi Xian said with a chuckle. "Many of them see you as a rival in love. I imagine that in the Thunder Realm, you'll have your hands full."
Mo Yu shrugged it off, unconcerned. "If they come at me, I'll deal with them."
Mo Yu was well aware of Lei Fei'er's beauty, and with the Thunder Clan full of talented individuals, it was only natural that many young men would be attracted to her. Not only was she stunning, but she also had a noble background, making her an ideal partner for the elite.
Even so, Mo Yu wasn't worried. He was confident that few could match his strength among the younger generation of the Thunder Clan.
Seeing Mo Yu's calm demeanor, as if he didn't take the Thunder Clan's talents seriously, Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin exchanged glances. A trace of pride appeared on their faces. It was precisely this confidence and charisma that they found so irresistible in Mo Yu.
"Of the eight captains, most see you as their greatest rival. If you run into them, they'll likely look for any excuse to challenge you," Xiao Yi Xian said, smiling. "However, I don't think they're your biggest threat. That would be the Four Generals."
"The Four Generals?" Mo Yu asked, intrigued.
"The real leaders of the Black Demon Army consist of the eight captains, the Four Generals, and the two commanders of the Black Demon Army, known as the Black Demon Marshals," Xiao Yi Xian explained.
"These Four Generals are considered the top talents in the Thunder Clan, known for their brilliance and powerful Dou Di bloodlines. Few in the clan can rival them. Given their potential, they will likely become core members of the Thunder Clan in the future."
Mo Yu nodded. He knew that his achievements at his age made him one of the top talents in the Central Plains, but in the Thunder Clan, where geniuses were plentiful, he wasn't at the top of the pyramid just yet.
Since the Four Generals ranked above the captains, Mo Yu figured that even the weakest among them would be stronger than the captains. Their power likely rivaled that of the Nine Heavens Lords of the Soul Hall.
"Dou Di bloodlines are truly powerful," Mo Yu thought, clenching his fist slightly. "I hope Xiao Yu can awaken some of her Dou Di bloodline during this trip."
For ordinary people, the Dou Di bloodline was almost like a gift from the heavens, capable of changing one's destiny. The reason the eight ancient clans were so powerful was because they had inherited the Dou Di bloodline for countless generations.
Even though Xiao Yu's talent was mediocre, if she could activate her Dou Di bloodline using the Bloodline Reversion Pill, she could potentially match the talents of Qing Tan and Xiao Yi Xian.
"I don't know how the Four Generals feel about you," Xiao Yi Xian continued, "but since Lei Fei'er is the Thunder Clan leader's daughter, she must be incredibly attractive to them. You'll have to be careful."
Mo Yu nodded but didn't take it too seriously. At this point, unless he encountered a Semi-Saint, few could pose a real threat to him.
Three days passed quickly.
When the morning sun bathed Mo Lei City on the third day, the city bustled with activity. Today, the entrance to the Thunder Realm would open, and many were eager to explore the mysterious space within.
As the noise of the city grew, Mo Yu and his group finished preparing and left their guest house. They joined the crowd heading toward the city's center.
At the heart of Mo Lei City lay a massive Thunder Pool, filled with terrifying lightning. The pool stretched so far that it seemed endless, and its ominous aura made those who approached it feel a sense of dread.
By the time Mo Yu and his group arrived, the area around the Thunder Pool was already packed with people. Even the buildings surrounding the pool were crowded with onlookers. Everyone's eyes were focused on the terrifying pool, where armored figures stood guard, their powerful auras preventing anyone from approaching.
"Everyone, the Thunder Realm will soon open. The Thunder Realm is vast, and it's easy to lose your way. If you enter a spatial rift, you may find yourself trapped in the void forever, so please be cautious," an elder of the Thunder Clan shouted from the center of the pool.
"Once inside, someone will guide you to the Thunder Realm's center, the Lei Yang Plain. Additionally, there are Thunder Clan descendants in the Thunder Realm. Do not disturb them, or you may be blacklisted by the Thunder Clan. Is that clear?"
Polite responses echoed from the crowd in acknowledgment of the elder's warning.
"Thunder Clan descendants?" Mo Yu muttered, surprised by the term.
"The descendants of the Thunder Clan are the lowest, yet most important, members of the clan," Xiao Yi Xian explained. "Over countless generations, their numbers have grown. Although they carry the Dou Di bloodline, it is so diluted that it's almost negligible.
"However, sometimes mutations or special circumstances occur, and the bloodline strengthens. When that happens, the descendants' status rises, and they become true members of the Thunder Clan, gaining honor and respect."
"An endless supply of fresh blood. No wonder the Thunder Clan has endured for so long," Mo Yu nodded thoughtfully.
He recalled that the Gu Clan also had its own descendants. It seemed that the eight ancient clans all had vast populations of ordinary descendants.
As Mo Yu and Xiao Yi Xian conversed, the Thunder Pool suddenly crackled with electricity. The crowd felt a terrifying spatial energy radiate from the pool, and with a flash of blinding light, a massive beam of energy shot up from the pool, connecting with the city's protective barrier.
Thunder rumbled, and the space above the Thunder Pool began to tear open, revealing a massive black door leading to the unknown depths of the Thunder Realm.
"The door to the Thunder Realm is open. Please proceed," the Thunder Clan elder announced with a smile.
As soon as the elder spoke, figures shot toward the door in a blur, eager to be the first to enter. Soon, the entire crowd began moving toward the entrance.
Despite the large number of people entering, the door seemed bottomless, with no sign of being overwhelmed.
"Let's go," Mo Yu said with a smile. He led Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin toward the Thunder Pool. The pool crackled with electricity as they walked across it, heading for the space door.
At the door, the Black Demon Army soldiers stood guard, and Mo Yu noticed Mu Mang and the Blue Thunder Captain among them.
Ignoring Mu Mang's hostile gaze, Mo Yu walked past without a word, leading his group through the door.
"Mo Yu, don't get cocky. Once inside the Thunder Realm, someone will deal with you. I'll be waiting to see you crawl back out like a beaten dog!" Mu Mang growled through gritted teeth.
Mo Yu paused for a moment, then smirked. "You're overthinking things, Vice-Captain Mu. Worry about yourself first."
With that, he stepped through the door and disappeared into the Thunder Realm, followed closely by Xiao Yi Xian and Qing Lin.
Watching Mo Yu's disappearing figure, Mu Mang's eyes filled with venomous hatred. "Mo Yu, you've underestimated me. You may act arrogant now, but in the Thunder Realm, someone will put you in your place. I'll be right here, waiting for you to crawl back out."
"You're not worthy of the young lady," he spat bitterly. (End of Chapter)
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