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Chapter 1804: Chapter 470: Emperor’s Disciple (Part 2)

"This is the Mystic Armor Department, Dragon Shield Seventh Tower."

Qingxuan turned around and said to Li Hao and Shi Miao: "In Dragon Gate City, we have four departments and eight armies! These four departments are Heaven, Earth, Mystic, and Yellow. Each department is divided into Armor A and Armor B. Those who excel are Armor A, and those who are average are Armor B."

"These four departments correspond to Immortal King Realm leaders. Normally, having just broken through to become a king at the First Level of the Immortal King Realm, you should be at the bottom tier of the Yellow B Department."

"But as the disciple of the Emperor, you cannot be judged by conventional standards. If you were to compete, you might even make it into the Yellow A Department, but as someone of your talent is the future pillar of the True Realm Ten Thousand Clans, we must protect you. So, we break convention and place you in the Mystic Armor Department!"

Qingxuan continued: "These four departments correspond to two levels each. For example, the Yellow Department ranges from First to Second Level of the Immortal King Realm, while the Mystic Department ranges from Third to Fourth Level!"

"Upon reaching the Sixth Level of the Immortal King Realm, you enter the Heavenly Armor Department! Anything beyond the Sixth Level is the rank of Commander!"

"Below the Immortal King Realm are the eight armies, containing both the True Immortal Realm and the Immortal Monarch Realm, with the Immortal Monarch Realm serving as generals and the True Immortal Realm as soldiers."

Upon hearing Qingxuan’s explanation, Li Hao immediately gained an understanding of Dragon Gate City’s combat forces. He looked around at the building and couldn’t help but ask:

"This is Dragon Shield Seventh Tower, is there a First Tower or Second Tower?"

"That’s correct."

Qingxuan nodded, "There are a total of ten towers, each with nine levels, and each level has nine Immortal Kings forming a formation together!"

"This is the Dragon Shield Tower. Aside from it, there are also Dragon Killing Tower and Dragon Blood Tower, each responsible for different duties on the battlefield. The Dragon Shield Tower mainly takes on defense, so most of the Immortal Kings here, the realms they control, and the cultivation techniques they practice are adept at defense rather than offense, making it perfect for your protection."

Qingxuan explained.

Li Hao’s eyes slightly narrowed, realizing that the battlefield here was far larger and more organized than any he had encountered before. He had thought that as an Immortal King, his role on the battlefield would simply be to lead a charge, not expecting such detailed divisions of responsibilities.

Thus, it seems, that once the battle begins, the battlefield becomes even more perilous; even Immortal Kings cannot move freely but only become a small part of the grand scheme.

"Junior Brother, although you’ve just broken through and become a king, never underestimate the battlefield. This is the border of the Eastern Domain, the place of real wars."

Long Qingge said with utmost seriousness, "Once on the battlefield, you must follow commands, do not pursue or charge recklessly, and also avoid being too ostentatious. Otherwise, if strong beings from the Ancient Demon notice you, it will be extremely dangerous!"

Li Hao nodded, acknowledging that the battlefield here affects the safety of an entire domain, determining the survival of countless beings, and that Immortal Kings here might as well be fireflies, only shining a bit brighter than others.

"Both of you, husband and wife, are in Dragon Shield Seventh Tower, so you can look after each other."

Qingxuan said to Li Hao and Shi Miao.

Upon hearing this, Shi Miao suddenly found the Dragon Clan member much more pleasing to the eye, a smile emerging on her face.

"Come out, all of you, there’s a newcomer reporting in."

Qingxuan commanded the tower in front of him.

His voice was authoritative, reverberating out, and soon, from the third to the ninth level of the towering building—a structure akin to a giant peak—seven figures flew out one after another.

Roar!

Above their heads, a low dragon roar echoed, emanating boundless might and evil qi, vibrating towards Li Hao and Shi Miao.

Li Hao slightly raised his head, seeing a black-scaled dragon with eight claws, a long wound under its abdomen with its scales broken and scabbing, seemingly a wound beyond healing. It swooped down with overwhelming power, exuding fearsome evil qi.

But Li Hao, having experienced countless battles on his journey, was unaffected by the evil qi. He remained composed, the momentum only lightly stirring his hair.

"Hmm?"

Long Qingge’s eyes narrowed, sensing the intention in the dragon’s roar—a show of authority to the newcomer. His eyes narrowed once more.

But before he could get angry, his wife’s voice echoed in his mind, advising him to watch the events unfold and not interfere.

Soon, the black dragon descended, coming before Li Hao and Shi Miao, its gaze fierce upon them.

"Greetings, Vice City Lord Qingxuan."

The remaining figures also arrived, hailing from various races. All of them bowed to Qingxuan before their figures transformed into either males or females.

Among them, aside from the black dragon, were two women and four men. Above the black dragon’s head, a golden-scaled dragon soared down, its aura concealed, transforming into a graceful noble youth, exuding an air of nobility and luxury.

"Is this the newcomer?"

The six who took human form all scrutinized Li Hao and Shi Miao.

Upon sensing Shi Miao’s aura at the Fourth Level of the Immortal King Realm, their expressions relaxed somewhat. But when they saw Li Hao’s demeanor, they collectively furrowed their brows.

"Vice City Lord, what does this mean?"

A short-statured middle-aged man, with a tuft of hair on his otherwise bald head, asked in puzzlement.

"Rumor has it the newcomer is the disciple of the Immortal Emperor. Which one of them is it?" Another seductive woman in a bright red dress eyed Li Hao and Shi Miao back and forth.

Qingxuan didn’t speak, instead casting a terrifying dragon’s gaze at the black dragon, saying, "Do you have no rules anymore?"

Upon hearing him, the black dragon shivered, withdrawing its evil qi. Its figure blurred, transforming into a young man in a black robe, his demeanor cold, eyes full of dissatisfaction, said:

"Vice City Lord Qing, the lady joining our Seventh Tower is suitable, but this one at the First Level of the Immortal King Realm, is he the so-called newcomer?"

"His name is Haotian, the Direct Disciple of the Dao Origin Immortal Emperor, and that’s his Dao companion beside him. You may have heard of his feats; in the past few centuries, in the Primordial True Realm, the most famous and widely known prodigy is him—comprehending sixty-nine Chaotic Stars in a single session, and in just three hundred years, refining twenty-three Chaos Laws, reaching the pinnacle of the Immortal Monarch Realm!"

Qingxuan’s tone reverted to its chilliness as he recounted numerous tales.

Upon hearing this, Li Hao knew the fact he mastered twenty-four Chaos Laws was only known among the Direct Disciples of the Immortal Emperors he had faced. It had not yet spread publicly.

"He’s the prodigy renowned throughout the Primordial True Realm?!"

Hearing Qingxuan’s words, a beautiful woman with fox ears on her head couldn’t help but cover her mouth in surprise.

"I think I heard of it too."

The youth, appearing as a noble gentleman, seemed thoughtful, his gaze toward Li Hao turning much more serious.

Others showed uncertainty. Engaged in border combat, they weren’t as sensitive to external information, so they hadn’t heard of it.

The fox-eared beauty immediately explained to a few comrades, recounting Li Hao’s deeds, such as comprehending sixty-nine Chaotic Stars in one day and challenging various clan geniuses in the Chaos Dao grounds.

After listening, others were astounded by the stories, aware that Direct Disciples of the Immortal Emperors were prodigies, but didn’t expect such exaggeration!

The black-robed young man’s expression also subtly changed, apparently surprised by the youth’s talents but, even after this realization, still furrowing his brow deeply.

"Vice City Lord Qing, although he’s a Direct Disciple of the Immortal Emperor with unparalleled talent, he’s still only at the First Level of the Immortal King Realm. Assigning him to the Yellow A Department would be fine, but skipping directly to the Mystic Armor Department seems excessive. Even if he comprehends top-tier realms, skipping two levels isn’t plausible!"

The black-robed young man’s tone wasn’t as harsh as before but remained earnest.

Among Immortal Kings, only a few top prodigies could battle across one realm, whether victorious would be uncertain.

Crossing two realms in battle is as difficult as a First Level Immortal Monarch Realm challenging the Tenth Layer!

As for crossing three realms, that’s considered impossible.

Long Qingge, hearing this, wanted to speak but was held back by Feng Qiqi, who signaled him to remain calm.

"Bringing him here is also in hopes you can look after him. With Brother Haotian’s talent, given time, he will undoubtedly catch up with your strides."

Qingxuan said.

Upon hearing this, the seven exchanged puzzled glances, the fox-eared beauty showing a bit of discomfort as well.

"Vice City Lord Qing, this is a battlefield, not a child’s play. We are after all meritorious generals of Dragon Gate City. Acting as a companion for the Crown Prince to study is equivalent to risking our lives for his amusement, isn’t that inappropriate!"

A middle-aged man murmured, looking somewhat displeased.