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Yes, even if Lu Chen and the Treasure Guardian Beast teamed up, they would still not be a match for the Dragon Clone. No one inside the Naval Base could possibly defeat the Dragon Clone.
This is truly thanks to the Treasure Guardian Beast, as both it and the Dragon Clone belong to the ancient Divine Dragon bloodline. There exists a subtle sense of kinship between them, even though they can no longer claim any familial ties due to their opposing factions.
It is for this reason that the Treasure Guardian Beast sensed the presence of the Dragon Clone from afar and issued a warning to Lu Chen.
Otherwise, whether it was Lu Chen or anyone around him falling into the hands of the Dragon Clone would lead to disastrous consequences, bringing unimaginable trouble to Lu Chen, who already has many enemies.
As the leader of Yuanrong Immortal Island and one of the Four Great Sect Ancestors, Divine Dragon's Hideout possesses profound cultivation. Although the Dragon Clone is merely a split body, it has already received the true teachings and dedication of Divine Dragon's Hideout.
The Dragon Clone is connected to Divine Dragon's Hideout's Intentions and is considered one of its most prized powers. Typically, if Divine Dragon's Hideout needs to go out, leaving a clone stationed at Yuanrong Immortal Island is sufficient.
However, although Lu Chen and his companions are not a match for the Dragon Clone, they do not dare to recklessly invade the Naval Base or attempt an assassination due to their fear of Yang Qi Flame from hundreds of thousands of troops.
With this in mind, Lu Chen immediately devised a plan: he instructed all core members not to venture out lightly or go off alone to avoid being ambushed by the Dragon Clone.
If the Dragon Clone wishes to lie in ambush outside the Naval Base, so be it; after all, Lu Chen and his group are relying on the Naval Base as their stronghold and are not overly fearful of him.
Once Lu Chen issued this command, everyone he brought along immediately understood and resolutely decided not to leave the Naval Base for any reason. They developed a strong sense of vigilance and defense, forming an impenetrable barrier against any attempts by the Dragon Clone to exploit weaknesses.
In fact, Lu Chen himself has too many troubles; he must remain vigilant wherever he goes, as he never knows when an enemy might come knocking.
The Naval Minister's Residence is hidden within the city. Here, Lu Chen can find temporary peace. Even if someone knows he is here, they would not dare to cause trouble easily, especially with Adolf's hundreds of thousands of naval troops guarding it—no one would want to intrude lightly.
As for those who are fearless in front of such a massive army and wish to enter, they must consider giving Adolf some face; otherwise, once they arrive, there will be no chance of leaving—they will inevitably be detained.
In front of hundreds of thousands of troops, even the most powerful Qi Master would be exhausted. As for cultivating one's soul, that is even more impossible; they simply cannot get close.
In the days that followed, Lu Chen had more time to oversee Chen Qilin's Mechanism Base, witnessing the grand ship's construction nearing completion, rising majestically.
As the dock was blasted open, endless seawater rushed in, allowing two super ships to slowly float up, buoyed by the water, and begin their trial runs steadily.
Lu Chen stood with Princess Zhulan and others on either side of the strait, personally coming to watch the ships test the waters. When they saw the ships sailing smoothly in the sea, everyone couldn't help but exclaim in awe; the scene before them was nothing short of a masterpiece.
Lu Chen also couldn't help but sigh in admiration. After months of hard work, he finally saw his efforts rewarded as everything fell into place.
That night, Lu Chen held a grand banquet at the Naval Minister's Residence, mainly to celebrate with the old rascal Chen Qilin. Sun Zizhao from Yuyang City also arrived just in time. The Naval Minister's Residence was brightly lit all night, filled with lively music and dancing, creating an atmosphere of immense joy.
The next day, Lu Chen and others began discussing plans for setting sail. This voyage was a significant challenge filled with uncertainties; even Lu Chen felt nervous as his heart raced.
The ultimate goal of this expedition was to retrieve the Exogenous Stone core that could provide perpetual power. Having experienced its power through a Source Power Walnut, Lu Chen understood its significance.
If they could salvage that Source Stone from the East Sea and harness its potential, the scene would be magnificent—perhaps reminiscent of the glorious Refining Era from three thousand years ago. Just thinking about it stirred excitement within him.
After discussions between Lu Chen and Chen Qilin, they decided to carry essential supplies like fresh water and food. In terms of manpower, they planned to bring three thousand craftsmen and five thousand Youth aboard.
Both craftsmen and Youth would receive a stipend per head since this journey might take a long time, ensuring they had no worries back home.
Of course, Lu Chen's entourage was indispensable, including Princess Zhulan and Yue Shaoting, who were now willing to follow Lu Chen in his endeavors.
The reason for bringing three thousand craftsmen was that once the Source Stone was retrieved, they could start constructing more machinery right on the ship without needing to return to land. They could even equip each person with a set of Nether War Armor if necessary.
In addition to Princess Zhulan and Yue Shaoting, Lu Chen's trusted allies—including Lian Dashuang and Old Mu—along with the three brothers Lu Renjia and Jiang Youdang would also join the voyage.
As for Great Zhou Fortune King and Tu Youdong, both were skilled individuals with strong Qigong abilities; thus, Lu Chen did not plan to take them along.
After Lu Chen left, the Great Zhou Fortune King might have to return to Fishing Sun with Sun Zizhao. Tu Youdong also needed to rush back to the royal court of Yushan Kingdom, as Princess Zhulan's mother, March Consort, was currently alone in the royal court and might face persecution from Kalan Prince. Therefore, Tu Youdong had to go back to protect March Consort, which would also relieve Princess Zhulan of her worries.
All the preparations had been made, and now they were just waiting to set sail. Due to the significance of this matter, according to local customs, divine beliefs, and the practices of fishermen by the sea, it was essential to choose an Auspicious Day.
This Auspicious Day would be three days later, at the end of the month. It was not suitable for marriage, opening businesses, or moving into new homes, but it was perfect for traveling, breaking ground, and reburial—an absolutely good day.
As night fell, Lu Chen sat alone in the courtyard. The night was like a silver plate, filled with stars, and a cool breeze blew gently. After the winter solstice, the air became increasingly cold; now the nights had a distinct chill.
Lu Chen wore a frown as he pondered when a light footstep approached from behind.
"Sister Shaoting, is that you?" Lu Chen did not turn around but could tell who it was by the sound of footsteps.
"Lu Chen, it's me. You really are getting better at this; you can tell it's me without even looking," Yue Shaoting said slowly, a smile on her pretty face.
Her long hair danced in the wind, and her graceful figure swayed under the moonlight—exquisitely beautiful.
Lu Chen remained noncommittal and sighed, saying, "We've been together for such a long time. If I, Lu Chen, still can't understand every little thing about you, then I wouldn't be Lu Chen."
"Hmm? Lu Chen, you don't seem very happy. Why are you here looking troubled? Did something happen?" Yue Shaoting noticed Lu Chen's lack of a smile and his sigh hinted at something deeper.
Lu Chen leaned back in his chair with a slightly helpless expression. He closed his eyes for a moment before opening them again and said, "Yes, Shaoting, you understand me well. However, there is something I can't let go of; it's a bit difficult for me."
Yue Shaoting furrowed her brows slightly and moistened her delicate lips with her tongue. "What is it that troubles you so much? Can I help you?" she asked.
Lu Chen shook his head and replied, "This is something no one can help with; I have to face it myself."
"What exactly is it?" Yue Shaoting asked with slight concern.
"Dragon Clone, you know what I mean." Lu Chen replied calmly. The Dragon Clone had been lurking near the Naval Base like a fierce tiger, waiting for the right moment to strike. No one knew how much trouble it could cause; it was incredibly difficult to deal with.
"Are you afraid it will come out and cause chaos when we board? That would indeed be quite troublesome," Yue Shaoting responded.
Lu Chen sighed and said, "This is the second time I've felt such fear towards someone. The first time was with Yin Boqing from the Five Element Sect, and you were there too. But this time is different; no one can help us. The Dragon Clone is unfathomable, and if there's even the slightest mistake, we will all die."
Yue Shaoting pressed her lips tightly together, feeling very tense. With just a casual remark from Lu Chen, she understood the difficulties involved without needing much explanation because she was a clever Ming Ren.
"Moreover, that area in the East China Sea seems to be under the control of the Xuan Huang Sect. We will have to pass through there, which might attract the attention of their disciples," Yue Shaoting expressed her concerns.
"Yes, Yuanrong Immortal Island, where the Xuan Huang Sect is located, is a large island itself. The territory it governs in the Southeast and North Sea regions is vast beyond imagination. Our attempt to retrieve Source Stone would be like taking fire from a flame—extremely dangerous. Initially, I anticipated that departing from the East China Sea would lead us past Giant Barbarian Island, so I moved the Mechanism Base into the Navy of Yushan Kingdom to avoid it. Now that we no longer need to worry about Giant Barbarian Island, we must remain vigilant against Yuanrong Immortal Island," Lu Chen explained.
"What do you plan to do then?" Yue Shaoting slowly walked over to Lu Chen, her delicate steps leaving a fragrant trail.
Lu Chen's heart stirred; blood rushed through him. In an unguarded moment for Yue Shaoting, he pulled her into his embrace and emphasized strangely, "If one comes at me, I'll kill one. Am I Lu Chen someone who can be slaughtered at will? Whoever dares to touch my brow will find no place to be buried."
Yue Shaoting suddenly fell into Lu Chen's arms, her face paling in an instant. When she heard those words filled with murderous intent from Lu Chen, she was so shocked that she couldn't speak.
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