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Liu Guanfeng did not dare to be negligent and brought his Fang Tian Hua Ji to his chest. Little Black rushed forward, while the City Defense General wielded his dual blades with great force. Liu Guanfeng's Fang Tian Hua Ji was also a heavy weapon, so the two were locked in a fierce battle, neither side able to gain the upper hand.
The City Defense General was one of the stronger opponents Liu Guanfeng had encountered. His dual blades moved in a tight formation, forcing Liu Guanfeng to focus on defense. This was Liu Guanfeng's usual strategy; he needed to understand his opponent's strengths and weaknesses before seizing the opportunity for a decisive counterattack.
Meanwhile, in another skirmish, xp had firmly taken the upper hand thanks to the physique of his divine beast. Although the opponent was also a Divine Knight, he was merely a junior Divine Knight. The inherent strength and agility of magical beasts surpassed that of humans. Additionally, his Mount had already been killed by Hank Niu, so despite being able to engage xp, he could only defend himself and was steadily being suppressed by xp's power.
At this point, Liu Guanfeng and the City Defense General had exchanged over thirty blows. The City Defense General grew increasingly alarmed; how could someone so young possess strength comparable to his own? How had he trained? Who was his master? Why was he unaware that such a powerful individual existed in this world?
It wasn't that he was unaware; rather, Liu Guanfeng had always maintained a low profile and had risen from a small nation like Starfall Kingdom. For someone like him, who lived in Bixi City, aside from the Divine-Level Experts among the Four Great Empires, even guardians from kingdoms like Hua Xing would be looked down upon.
Throughout these thirty exchanges, Liu Guanfeng gradually discerned his opponent's tactics. He sensed that after their frontal clashes, the City Defense General's recovery time had slowed slightly, likely due to the inertia of swinging two large blades.
As they clashed again, the City Defense General swung his Greatsword desperately at Liu Guanfeng. At that moment, Liu Guanfeng dodged using his body and pushed the Greatsword aside with his Fang Tian Hua Ji. Due to inertia, the City Defense General's body was thrown off balance, exposing almost his entire back to Liu Guanfeng.
Seizing the opportunity, Liu Guanfeng swept horizontally with his Fang Tian Hua Ji, striking the City Defense General squarely in the back with a loud "bang." The City Defense General felt darkness envelop him and spat out a mouthful of blood.
Meanwhile, the Divine-Level Expert fighting xp noticed that their general had been hit and panicked. xp took advantage of this moment to launch a series of fierce attacks, causing the opponent to become flustered. In an unguarded moment, xp struck him in the back with his tail; like the City Defense General, he also fell to the ground after spitting blood.
Liu Guanfeng had no intention of killing them outright. He stood before them and said, "I know you are acting under orders, so I won't take your lives here. You may return but remember to tell your master that I, Liu Guanfeng, will not fear any form of threat. Even assassination requires capability. You are the first wave sent to ambush me; I will spare your lives this time. However, if similar incidents occur in the future, I will kill one for each attempt without mercy. Now leave."
"Do you know who we are following orders from?"
"You already told me last time. If I'm not mistaken, your master should be the king within Bixi City. However, even so, I will not give up what is in my hands unless I am dead."
"Then I won't say anything more. Take care." With that, the two supported each other and returned to Bixi City.
Liu Guanfeng no longer needed to hide, riding with Hank Niu on Mount back home along the official road. As evening approached, Liu Guanfeng saw a group of people running from a distance, led by Shangguan Junhong and Shangguan Jinglei. Behind them was a dense army, and Liu Guanfeng estimated there were at least thirty or forty thousand people. Seeing the dust on Shangguan Junhong's face, Liu Guanfeng felt a surge of emotion; after all, his sworn brother truly valued his life.
When Shangguan Junhong spotted Liu Guanfeng, he quickly dismounted from Mount and rushed to Liu Guanfeng's side. "Elder brother, are you alright?"
Liu Guanfeng shook his head. "I'm fine."
"Did anything happen on the way?"
"There were some incidents, but it's all settled now."
"Whose orders were they?"
"Who else in Bixi City could mobilize the City Defense Army?"
"You mean..."
Liu Guanfeng nodded.
"Elder brother, this situation is going to be a bit difficult to handle."
"Don't worry, we'll face the soldiers when they come and block the water when it arrives; everything will be fine."
"Elder brother, let's return to the palace together. I must report this to Father."
Seeing Shangguan Junhong's determination, Liu Guanfeng could only agree. "Alright then, I'll go back with you to see His Majesty."
Thus, Shangguan Junhong and Shangguan Jinglei led tens of thousands of soldiers alongside Liu Guanfeng back to Dragon Glory City. After resting for a night in Dragon Glory City, the four of them set off directly for Dragon Rising City.
A few days later, the four of them arrived at Dragon Rising City. Shangguan Junhong did not make any stops and headed straight to the palace with Liu Guanfeng, while Hank Niu was arranged to stay at Shangguan Junhong's Prince's Mansion in Dragon Rising City. After Shangguan Junhong returned to Dragon Rising City with the heads of Qin Hongguan's subordinates and a group of personal soldiers, Shangguan Ji was overjoyed and believed that Shangguan Junhong had grown up, so he immediately had a residence built for him outside the palace. By the time Liu Guanfeng returned, the residence had just been completed, allowing Hank Niu to rest there.
After being informed by the messenger, Shangguan Junhong and the others met with Shangguan Ji in the study.
At this moment, Shangguan Ji smiled at Liu Guanfeng below him. Despite having only met him once and knowing that he had eliminated such a great threat for his country, Shangguan Ji was very fond of him, especially considering his connection to Shangguan Junhong.
After exchanging formal greetings, before Shangguan Ji could ask any questions, Shangguan Junhong recounted everything that had happened in Bixi City. As he explained, Shangguan Ji's brows gradually furrowed together.
Then Shangguan Ji asked Liu Guanfeng, "Liu Guanfeng, is what the Sixth Prince said true?"
"Your Majesty, it is indeed true."
"Liu Guanfeng, I think it would be better for you to hand everything over to them directly. This way, you will surely gain many benefits. Even obtaining an important official position in Bixi City would be possible, and then you could rise to great heights."
Liu Guanfeng shook his head. "Your Majesty, the reason I cannot return the items is that I made a promise to my four masters. Only that token can fulfill this promise. If I hand it over to them, wouldn't I be breaking my word? Moreover, I would be betraying my master who taught me martial arts and treated me like a son. How could I stand in this world then?"
"But if you don't give it up, you will offend all of Bixi City and possibly even the entire continent."
"Your Majesty, a man relies on the fire in his heart while living in this world. If one only fears and flatters those in power, then what kind of man is that? To fulfill my master's last wish and for my own sake, what does it matter if I go against the entire continent?"
As Shangguan Ji listened to Liu Guanfeng's words, he nodded repeatedly. "Good! No wonder you are a true man who stands tall; you do not bow to power nor yield to difficulties. Well done! I did not misjudge you."
Shangguan Junhong was surprised by Shangguan Ji's words. "Father, are you saying you can help my brother?"
"Junhong, rest assured. As your father has sat in this position for so long, it's been a long time since anyone has made my blood boil with excitement. Today when I saw Liu Guanfeng, it felt as if I had become decades younger. He dares to challenge all of Bixi City by himself; how could I, as the emperor of the Eastern Dragon Empire, be inferior to my own subjects?"
"Your Majesty, a commoner does not wish to involve the Eastern Dragon Empire in this conflict."
"You don't need to say anything. This is not about what you want or don't want. I believe it won't be long before they send someone here. And you and I both know that your willingness to risk danger to break into the prison for revenge on behalf of your parents shows your filial piety. After helping Sun Liang ascend to the throne and being the greatest contributor, you chose not to take an official position, which indicates your indifference to fame and fortune. Your initiative in recommending your subordinate to become the emperor of Five Star Nation shows that you are selfless. Furthermore, during your battle with the Divine Envoy of Huaxing Kingdom, allowing your opponent to rest at their most vulnerable moment demonstrates your generosity. Moreover, just now, Junhong mentioned that you plan to renovate several impoverished areas in the cities, which shows your compassion. As the emperor of Eastern Dragon Empire, how could I neglect a subject like you? If I were to truly abandon you, I believe the people of Starfall Kingdom and Five Star Nation would be heartbroken. So remember, no matter where you go, we, Eastern Dragon Empire, will always be your strongest support. We fear no power."
After hearing Shangguan Ji's words, Liu Guanfeng knelt down on both knees. This was the first time Liu Guanfeng had knelt before anyone other than his parents or master since arriving in this world.
Liu Guanfeng understood that Shangguan Ji's words had clarified many issues. Such an emperor was worth his respect.
Shangguan Ji nodded and said, "Liu Guanfeng, you may rise. This matter is settled. I will not neglect your affairs; however, there is another matter I would like to know if you are willing to undertake."
"Your Majesty, please give your orders."
"This is not something I am ordering; take a look at this first." With that, Shangguan Ji tossed a yellow scroll to Liu Guanfeng. Liu Guanfeng slowly opened it and read the writing on it.
This scroll had an extraordinary origin; it was a mission personally issued by the Dragon King of Dragon Island. The general meaning was that there was a task requiring the assistance of powerful individuals from this world, but the details could only be disclosed upon reaching Dragon Island. Moreover, going to Dragon Island would serve as a selection process; only those who could step onto Dragon Island would qualify to complete this task.
The scroll also stated that anyone who could fulfill the task according to the Dragon King's requirements would be allowed to request one thing from the Dragon King. As long as it was within the Dragon King's capabilities, it could be anything, but there was an age limit of under sixty years old and a minimum strength requirement of being a junior Divine Knight or above.
"What do you think? Are you interested in taking this on?"
"Your Majesty, as a commoner, I do not know what kind of benefits the Dragon King can provide. Currently, I have almost nothing I can request from him."
"Are you not still collecting items?"
"Your Majesty, are you suggesting that the Dragon King can help me gather items?"
"The Dragon King has existed in this world for nearly a thousand years; I believe he has collected quite a number of things. Perhaps he has what you're looking for? Moreover, even if he doesn't have it, you can ask him to help find it. He oversees all the flying dragons and Earth Dragons in this world; their numbers are beyond what you can manage."
"Your Majesty, so you're saying I should give it a try?"
"You should definitely give it a try. You know about my uncle Shangguan Jinglei's situation. After all these years, Dragon Island finally has a mission again. There's nothing wrong with you trying."
"Then I thank Your Majesty."
"No need for thanks, but you don't have to call me Commoner in front of me anymore. Liu Guanfeng, receive the decree."
Liu Guanfeng was taken aback and then said, "Liu Guanfeng receives the decree."
"Liu Guanfeng, due to your contributions to my Eastern Dragon Empire, I now appoint you as the People's King. You will enjoy the status of a prince of the nation and will not need to attend morning court every day. Your task is to focus on the livelihood of our empire's people, and if there are any issues, you can report directly to me."
"I thank Your Majesty." Liu Guanfeng understood that the reason Shangguan Ji was now treating him as a king was solely to show his stance, indicating that he would stand on the same side as him. This made Liu Guanfeng feel immensely grateful.
"Liu Aiqing, I will arrange for someone to assist you in Starfall Kingdom. And in Dragon Rising City, I will build a royal residence for you, which you can move into in three months."
"Thank you for your kindness, Your Majesty."
"If there's nothing else, you may leave."
"I take my leave," "I take my leave."
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