Chapter 203: First Region Merger, Targeting from Other Regions

"What kind of mysterious Great Lord Cao Xing is he? What level is he? Is he stronger than our commander?"

Hearing this question, Ding Liang pondered for a moment.

Then he replied: "We aren't too sure about the strength of Great Lord Cao Xing either, but I estimate… he has likely already broken through to the Third Rank, right?"

Upon hearing this, the chat channel fell silent for a moment.

Then, a wave of questioning voices followed.

"How is that possible!?"

"Even Great Lord Jiang Qingyun from District 171 has only just reached level 16, and he is still a while away from level 20!"

"Exactly, exactly! The experience required for each level up after that is just too much!"

At this moment, Jiang Qingyun from District 171 jumped in.

He said: "Are you saying that Cao Xing from your district has already broken through to the Third Rank?"

This Jiang Qingyun had a high reputation.

So, as soon as he spoke, it attracted the attention of a large number of Survivors.

Others also began to question Ding Liang one after another, challenging the authenticity of his words.

Ding Liang replied: "I don't know, but given the speed of Great Lord Cao Xing, level 20 should be a very simple matter."

"A very simple matter?"

Jiang Qingyun replied with interest: "Is that so? Then tell me, what level is this Cao Xing at now?"

His tone was condescending, as if he were questioning his own subordinate.

Ding Liang said: "I said it already, I don't know."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Qingyun's tone immediately became displeased.

"If you don't know, why are you spouting nonsense here?"

"Do you have any idea how much experience is needed to level up once you get to the later stages?"

"Even among the commanders of our major districts, the fastest has only just reached level 16. To think you would claim that Cao Xing has already broken through to the Third Rank—what a boast!"

Berated by Jiang Qingyun, Ding Liang was speechless.

He didn't know why simply mentioning Cao Xing seemed to have angered the other party, causing him to be inexplicably attacked by this Jiang Qingyun.

But he wasn't going to take this from Jiang Qingyun, so he directly replied: "Why are you getting so worked up? Just because you can't do it doesn't mean others can't."

"The strength of Great Lord Cao Xing is recognized throughout our District 174. Just a few days after the level leaderboard was released, he had already reached level 10."

Meanwhile, seeing Jiang Qingyun questioning Cao Xing, the Survivors of District 174 also chimed in one after another.

They posted in the chat channel one after another.

"Brother Ding Liang is right. Just because you can't do it doesn't mean others can't."

"Exactly, acting like you're the best in the world and no one else can be a higher level than you."

"So what if Great Lord Cao Xing is stronger than you?"

The Survivors of District 174, who usually didn't speak much, poured out at this moment.

Even Jiang Qingyun's messages were instantly drowned out.

Seeing this scene, the Survivors from other districts were immediately astonished.

They discussed it privately.

"Who is this Great Lord Cao Xing? His popularity seems a bit terrifying!"

"Yeah, he hasn't said a single word, yet he has so many people from District 174 speaking up for him. That's really impressive!"

"Indeed… this kind of cohesion, even legion commanders like Gao Yiyi can't achieve it."

At this moment, facing the indignant Survivors of District 174, Jiang Qingyun didn't say a word. Instead, he took out something that looked like a horn and clicked to use it.

Then, a regional announcement appeared.

Regional Announcement: "Survivor Lord: Jiang Qingyun has used an Ice Dragon Horn (Small). For the next six hours, a portion of the territory will be free from Ice Nest attacks. Please, Lords in this section, arrange your development time reasonably."

Seeing the information above, everyone fell silent for a moment.

It seemed they hadn't expected Jiang Qingyun to use such an item right off the bat.

He seemed to be showing off his strength.

A moment later, Jiang Qingyun posted in the chat channel: "There is no point in talking more; strength isn't something you just brag about."

"If this Cao Xing is truly as powerful as you all claim, then let him stand out himself and use an Ice Dragon Horn for us to see."

"If he can withstand a large-scale attack from Ice Nest Monsters, then I will acknowledge his strength."

Hearing this, the Survivors of District 174 had strange looks in their eyes again.

Because many days ago, Cao Xing had already used an Ice Dragon Horn once. Such a challenge was no longer a problem for him.

Besides, did Cao Xing need him to acknowledge his strength?

Seeing the Survivors of District 174 remaining silent, Jiang Qingyun sneered: "Do you see the gap now?"

"True top-tier Lords all have the strength to deal with large-scale Ice Nest Monsters at this stage."

"If you can't do it, you might as well shut up."

"By the way, the Wangjiang Pavilion Legion is recruiting a large number of powerhouses starting from today. Join us and let's build the number one legion of District 17!"

"Of course, the weaklings of District 174 don't need to join. Since you worship that Cao Xing so much, just go hang out with him."

"Also, remember to tell that Cao Xing, don't think that the matter of him killing Fang Long is just going to end like this!"

Hearing Jiang Qingyun's statement, the chat channel caused a strong sensation again!

"Wow… as expected of our District 171's top powerhouse Jiang Qingyun, he used an Ice Dragon Horn right away."

"Yeah, he is truly decisive and powerful, directly suppressing so many people from District 174. This aura truly has the demeanor of a powerhouse!"

"By the way, what does Great Lord Jiang Qingyun mean? Does he have some grudge with this Cao Xing?"

"Of course there's a grudge, didn't you hear what he said? This Cao Xing seems to have killed Fang Long, and both Fang Long and Jiang Qingyun are the leaders of the Three Heroes Association."

Hearing this person's explanation, everyone had a look of realization.

No wonder Jiang Qingyun scolded them the moment he heard them discuss the name Cao Xing.

"So that's how it is, it looks like this Cao Xing is in trouble."

"Yeah, Cao Xing actually dared to provoke the massive organization that is the Three Heroes Association, and even killed Fang Long. This is a deadly feud now!"

"Jiang Qingyun is worthy of being a leader; his presence is so strong, he directly suppressed so many people from District 174!"

In fact, it wasn't that the momentum of the District 174 Survivors was suppressed.

It was just that there were too many people speaking in the regional channel, and their messages were quickly drowned out.

Many powerhouses from other districts also applied to join his territory because of this Ice Dragon Horn from Jiang Qingyun.

Commanders of other legions also realized this.

The next moment, a system prompt appeared again.

Regional Announcement: "Survivor Lord: Gao Yiyi has used an Ice Dragon Horn (Small). For the next six hours, a portion of the territory will be free from Ice Nest attacks. Please, Lords in this section, arrange your development time reasonably."

The moment the regional announcement appeared, Gao Yiyi also spoke in the chat channel.

Gao Yiyi: "District 172's First Legion, the High Mountains Flowing Water Legion is recruiting. Survivors above the 2nd Rank, private message me. We welcome all fellow citizens to join."

At this moment, the Survivors of other districts understood.

Clearly, after the [Ice Dragon Horn] is used, a regional announcement will appear.

This is equivalent to a free advertisement.

And at this time, when a legion commander stands out and issues a recruitment notice, it will definitely attract many powerhouses.

After all, those who dare to use an Ice Dragon Horn at the current stage definitely possess powerful strength!

Therefore, it wasn't long before—

A dozen system prompts appeared in an instant.

Top powerhouses from various districts, or territories with the strength to resist large numbers of Ice Nest Monsters, all used the Ice Dragon Horn and then immediately issued recruitment notices.

As for Jiang Qingyun's targeting of Cao Xing and the Survivors of District 174, they were quickly thrown to the back of their minds.

Compared to such personal grudges, they were more concerned about their own future development.

Clearly, joining a powerful legion could allow them to obtain better living space.

The major districts were full of enthusiasm, and system prompts rang out one after another.

However, District 174 remained as quiet as ever.

Not a single person used an [Ice Dragon Horn] or issued a recruitment notice.

And the Survivors of District 174 naturally received a lot of ridicule.

Especially the Wangjiang Pavilion Legion where Jiang Qingyun was, which mocked them to the extreme in the chat channel.

Saying they bragged loudly, but in the end, there wasn't even one existence in District 174 that used an [Ice Dragon Horn].

This made everyone feel extremely stifled!

…

Meanwhile.

In a region about three hundred kilometers away from Cao Xing's territory.

A middle-aged man was standing at the edge of his territory, watching the snowy land outside.

A square face with a determined expression, and a hint of ferocity between his brows.

This person was none other than Wu Xinghu.

Beside him, a young-looking man in his early twenties asked: "Big Brother, the guys from other districts seem to be influenced by Jiang Qingyun and have a tendency to besiege our District 174."

"Are we not going to use the Ice Dragon Mark to show off our strength, or recruit some people?"

Hearing this, Wu Xinghu turned around and looked at his territory.

There were hundreds of Survivors who had come to join him, most of them above the 2nd Rank in strength.

These Survivors who came over could be added as residents, and they would also occupy the territory's population.

It was similar to recruiting the indigenous people of this world.

The only difference was that there was no way to see their loyalty.

In addition to these Survivors, there were dozens of powerful recruited creatures in Wu Xinghu's territory.

The entire territory, including the staff, had two or three hundred people.

Clearly, with their strength, they were enough to withstand a fierce attack from Ice Nest Monsters.

However, Wu Xinghu shook his head and said: "Although we have the strength to deal with a large number of Ice Nest Monsters."

"But if we use the Ice Dragon Horn, we can only destroy the Ice Nest the moment it falls."

"There's no way to wait for the monsters inside to hatch before killing them to maximize the benefits."

"Including those commanders from other districts, I estimate they can only use this method."

Speaking of this, Wu Xinghu paused and continued: "I roughly investigated the strength of the Survivors in other districts, and regardless of level or equipment quality, they are much worse than our District 174."

"Anyway, we have already recruited enough personnel. Before the legion level increases, there is no need to advertise at this time and rush to recruit people from other districts."

"Guarding our base is the most important thing."

Hearing Wu Xinghu's analysis, the young man also nodded.

The young man tentatively asked: "Boss, that person seems to be targeted by Jiang Qingyun. Should we take this opportunity to attack Jiang Qingyun and gain some favor in front of him?"

Wu Xinghu pondered for a moment, shook his head, and said: "No need."

"That person hasn't said anything, and we don't know what he means, so it's better not to seek this kind of attention."

"Some things taken too far will have the opposite effect."

Hearing this, the young man next to him felt moved and nodded respectfully.

The person they were talking about was naturally the recognized strongest in District 174, Cao Xing.

However, he was very low-key. Apart from speaking a few words during trades, he couldn't be contacted at other times.

Moreover, he didn't form a legion and just kept his head down to develop his own territory.

Even in the chat channel, with Jiang Qingyun from District 171 mocking him to the extreme, he was never seen coming out to argue.

Including the other three legion commanders of District 174, Zhou Bo, Qiu Yating, and others, all maintained silence.

…

Meanwhile.

Cao Xing had just finished washing up with Liu Muxue and walked out of the Lords Cabin.

He didn't know about the discussion Wu Xinghu and the others had about him.

However, he saw the grand scene on the chat channel.

"Yo, these guys are all quite active; they seem to have quite a lot of resources on hand."

"That's perfect, I can raise the prices a bit!"

"And this Jiang Qingyun, he's actually another leader of the Three Heroes Association. I didn't expect to run into them so soon."

A faint smile was on Cao Xing's face.

The so-called threat of Jiang Qingyun wasn't taken seriously by him at all.

After all, in order to show off his strength, this idiot had practically revealed the situation of his territory as soon as he showed up.

Through the chat information, Cao Xing learned.

Currently, Jiang Qingyun's legion: Wangjiang Pavilion.

There are nearly two hundred 2nd Rank Survivors, plus over one hundred 1st and 2nd Rank recruited creatures.

As well as a 2nd Rank leader-level creature rewarded from the first leaderboard.

For the entire District 17, this was indeed a quite powerful force.

However, for Cao Xing, this bit of strength was not enough to look at.

He could just send out an Ascalon army and wipe them out directly.

"However, this guy's territory is at least seven or eight hundred kilometers away from me, and it would take a day or two just to travel there."

"Currently, there shouldn't be any chance to go and wipe out his territory."

Shaking his head, Cao Xing quickly threw the threat of this guy to the back of his mind.

With his strength, he was already on a different level from the Survivors.

Thinking of this, Cao Xing had a relaxed smile on his face as he arrived next to the [Market].

As soon as he opened the trading interface, over a hundred thousand consignment messages appeared instantly!

Compared to last night's consignment information, it had directly skyrocketed more than ten times!

"Sure enough, just as I expected, the quantity of various resources on the market has skyrocketed."

"Since that's the case, I can raise the price of Silver Salmon meat a bit more."

"Then, depending on the situation, I'll release some Golden Salmon meat to see if I can fish out the treasures these guys have at the bottom of their boxes."

Cao Xing made up his mind.

However, before that, he needed to understand the market situation first, then decide how to price the [Silver Salmon meat].

He first searched for the recent transaction prices of beast meat, and then searched for transaction information of magical creature meat.

Through a rough statistic, he learned about the recent market conditions.

Among them.

The price of Green grade beast meat was about 100g = 3 ~ 4 Ice Dragon Marks.

Blue grade beast meat was 100g = 8 ~ 10 Ice Dragon Marks.

And Purple grade beast meat was outrageous, starting directly at 100g = 100 Ice Dragon Marks.

You have to know, Cao Xing's previous Purple Wild Boar meat could sell for such a high price because his beast meat had the prefix [Purified] added to it.

Its attributes had completely surpassed ordinary Purple beast meat.

For ordinary Purple beast meat to be able to sell for such a high price, it was a bit outrageous.

And as for Purple magical creature meat, it wasn't even seen in the entire market.

Cao Xing was secretly delighted: "Good, good, good! Currently, it seems that the fish meat in my hands has no competitors, and I can raise the price by another double!"

"For 100g of Silver Salmon meat, I can even set a high price of 400 Ice Dragon Marks!"

Cao Xing looked at his backpack with excitement.

After consumption last night.

There were 81 pieces of Silver Salmon meat left, which could be divided into 810 portions for trading.

There were 9 pieces of Golden Salmon meat left.

Just these 810 portions of Silver Salmon meat could sell for a high price of at least 320,000 Ice Dragon Marks!

A look of ecstasy appeared in Cao Xing's eyes!

This number could be said to be quite terrifying!

It could even directly exchange for 3 Golden Treasure Chests!

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