Chapter 276: The Upheaval in Lake Doron City, Successfully Breaking Through to Tier 5! (6000)

Many civilians, soldiers, and even officers in Lake Doron City donned their respective masks.

Then, they began a frenzied slaughter of the companions they had spent day and night with!

In the sky, under the chanting of that yellow-robed bishop, all residents, regardless of where they were, could only kneel respectfully on the ground.

The City Lord of Lake Doron City was also an extremely terrifying powerhouse, with two loyal guards by his side.

One was Knight Captain Redidas, and the other was the mage Gennadi.

He remained calm in the face of danger and ordered: "All soldiers, organize your formations and converge on the City Lord's Mansion area!"

"The methods of these cultists are very bizarre; do not trust those around you."

Under his command, all the soldiers launched a counterattack!

The Lake Doron City Lord joined forces with his two guards to strike!

With a sweep of the City Lord's sword, a sword aura several hundred meters long instantly swept across the entire street, and all members of the Church of Light along the way were torn to pieces by this single strike!

The Knight Captain rode a giant black panther, transforming into a swift black shadow. Wherever he passed, those cultists didn't even have time to react before discovering their bodies had been severed in two.

"Puff! Puff, puff!"

The mage was even more terrifying; he waved his magic wand, and a casual strike was a terrifying area-of-effect spell, blasting large groups of cultists to pieces!

Seeing the situation gradually stabilizing.

The Lake Doron City Lord breathed a sigh of relief, "Fortunately, I believed what Lieutenant Declan said and transferred Redidas and Gennadi back from the Eternal Frost Main City in advance."

"Otherwise, Lake Doron City would really have been conquered by these cultists today."

But just at this moment.

They suddenly saw thousands of terrifying figures appearing on the distant city walls.

They were tall and withered, with milk-white skin, armor covered in white frost, and holding rapier-like swords made of ice crystals.

These creatures stood there, and the terrifying cold air continued to spread, even freezing the city walls directly.

White mist constantly spewed from their mouths, and these white mists carried a strong aura of curses!

"Roar!"

A strange low roar sounded.

The next moment, these figures surged out like a tide.

All walls, buildings, and soldiers along the way were frozen into ice sculptures the moment they were touched by their ice crystal swords or sharp claws, and then shattered on the spot.

Seeing this, the Lake Doron City Lord's pupils shrank sharply.

"Damn it! It's the army of Ice Nest Monsters!"

"These insane cultists even summoned such monsters!"

A strong sense of crisis emerged in his heart!

The City Lord knew how terrifying Ice Nest Monsters were, and they had reached such a scale!

With the power of their Lake Doron City, they absolutely could not stop so many monsters!

However, that was not all.

After the army of Ice Nest Monsters entered the city and began the slaughter, a huge black snake, dozens of meters long, also rushed out!

"Hiss! Hiss!"

This black snake rampaged through the city, knocking all the soldiers flying!

Soon, the black snake caused a large number of casualties in the city.

The Lake Doron City Lord was just about to have his Knight Captain deal with that black snake.

Just then, three beings wearing red robes with terrifying auras walked towards them.

The Lake Doron City Lord's face changed instantly!

"You… not only summoned the army of Ice Nest Monsters but also dispatched three red-robed bishops!"

"It seems you have been plotting against Lake Doron City for a long time!"

One of the bishops snorted coldly, "City Lord, our Church of Light has given you many chances, but you remain stubborn. This is of your own making!"

The Lake Doron City Lord said disdainfully, "Are you people worthy of making me submit?"

"His Majesty the King will never let you off. You guys, no matter where you hide, get ready to face the wrath of His Majesty the King!"

The three red-robed bishops said no more and all attacked fiercely!

Not only that, a bright light emerged from their bodies, causing the strength of these three red-robed bishops to skyrocket.

The Lake Doron City Lord, Knight Captain Redidas, and the mage Gennadi were all suppressed!

Now the situation in the city was completely chaotic.

Soldiers were fighting frantically, but they were being unilaterally crushed by the army of Ice Nest Monsters.

A group of men in black were constantly slaughtering the civilians!

There was also a black snake, constantly rampaging and biting soldiers to death!

As time passed, a large number of residents fell into pools of blood, and the towering aura of blood permeated the city.

Many residents, perhaps too terrified by the scene before them, actually broke free from control and wanted to flee the city.

However, that golden barrier trapped everyone inside!

They could only watch as those cultists caught up and killed them on the spot!

With the death of more and more living beings, the towering blood aura had dyed the golden barrier blood-red!

And the soldiers of Lake Doron City were becoming fewer and fewer.

This was an unfair battle.

The Church of Light had planned this for a long time; they had long since targeted the military strength and the power of the experts in Lake Doron City.

In the sky, the yellow-robed bishop continued to chant.

"Fallen people, please remember, anyone who wishes to block the Eternal Light will inevitably be devoured, it will not wait, and it will never cease."

"All sinners will be burned by the Eternal Fire, whether beggar or prince, human or non-human, powerful or weak."

"As long as you violate its commandments, do not follow the instructions of the Church, or believe in false deities, you will all turn to ash in the radiance of the light. Therefore, live in the truth of the Eternal Light, and obey the members of the Church—for they are your shepherds."

"Under the Eternal Light, all your sins are revealed; repent to the God of Light!"

As his bewitching voice rang out.

Those ordinary residents gradually stood up.

Including children and women hiding in basements or some corners, all stood up involuntarily.

While murmuring, "I am sinful," "I want to repent."

They personally dug out their own eyeballs.

And then stuck their fingers into their own heads, beginning to stir frantically!

"Gurgle… Gurgle…"

Various yellow-green liquids flowed out from their hollow eye sockets.

And under this extreme pain.

This group of people actually grinned, revealing a terrifying smile!

This kind of crazy behavior was chilling just to look at.

The soldiers of Lake Doron City were completely terrified.

Screams of pain, indulgence, and despair echoed through the night sky!

This time, the Church of Light had planned for a long time.

Amidst bursts of angry roars.

Lake Doron City, destroyed…

(PS: The main plot of the next volume is the siege battle~)

The next day.

A system notification appeared.

[Survivor, please note that you have passed the 15th day of the official period. There are 2 days left until the end of the points leaderboard…]

[Weather forecast: Sunny today, light breeze…]

Cao Xing opened his eyes.

"Only two days left?"

"There's nothing much to do in the next few days, so I can stay inside and wait until the points leaderboard ends before going out."

He quickly made up his mind and then looked at the beauty beside his pillow, saying, "Muxue, do you want to sleep a little longer? There's nothing to do this morning."

The beauty in the quilt draped a warm, smooth long leg over him and shook her head gently.

"I'll get up with you."

"Alright."

After speaking, the two had already put on their clothes and then washed up briefly.

Cao Xing took Liu Muxue out of the territory.

All the residents were waiting respectfully on the side.

Including those Goblin laborers.

Ever since Cao Xing displayed his powerful strength last night, the gazes of these residents looking at him carried an increasingly fanatical air.

At this time, Du An walked over and said, "Lord, according to your instructions, the Intermediate Mechanical Factory has been completed."

A smile appeared on the corner of Cao Xing's mouth again.

He took a [Primary Farmland Construction Blueprint] from his backpack and learned it with a clap of his hands.

Then he looked at Du An and said, "Well done, Du An."

"Today, continue as we discussed last night; go and build the Mage Tower, the Knight Hall, and build more residential houses so our new members have a place to live."

"Also, pull some people to go to the back of the territory and reclaim two plots of fertile land, with an area of about 18 meters by 18 meters."

"Then send someone to build a well nearby."

The 18-meter by 18-meter farmland had an area of over three hundred square meters, enough for Cao Xing to plant [Cold Dew Rice] and [Kulin Barley].

After this points leaderboard challenge ended, Cao Xing could officially begin agricultural planting in the territory.

Soon, he would have a farm of his own.

Du An recorded Cao Xing's orders one by one, then said, "As you command! Lord."

After speaking, he quickly left the place.

Cao Xing looked at the old man beside him, "Cao Yi, today you send people to the Mechanical Factory to produce a few transport carts according to the blueprints."

"We will need to use these things when we go to more distant places to mine resources or fight."

The resident Cao Yi immediately said respectfully, "Very well, merciful and powerful Lord, I will do my best to complete the tasks you have ordered."

Cao Xing looked at the few Arctic People, "Da Zhuang."

The simple-minded Da Zhuang walked over carrying a hammer and said happily, "Lord, Da Zhuang is here!"

Cao Xing said, "Today, you will lead that group of Goblin laborers to mine all the mineral veins near the territory."

"As you command, Lord, who is as great as a god!"

Da Zhuang was extremely fanatical about Cao Xing, even comparing him to a god.

After speaking, this Arctic Person turned to look behind him, "Goblins, follow me. Today, I will lead you to work."

Those Goblin laborers saw Da Zhuang and started discussing among themselves.

"Oh! This is an Arctic Person, a creature that likes to live underground just like us."

"By the God of the Underworld, I feel this is the strongest Arctic Person I have ever seen!"

"That's right, the aura on him is so fierce!"

Da Zhuang was secretly delighted to hear these goblins praising his strength.

After all, the reason he could have this physique was that Cao Xing gave him a Primary Heart of Strength, allowing him to successfully advance to Tier 2.

However, even just at Tier 2, he was a top-tier expert to these Goblin laborers.

Da Zhuang said proudly, "Of course!"

"This is a privilege bestowed upon us by the Lord; we Arctic People can also possess extraordinary power in this territory!"

Hearing this, the Goblin laborers were shocked.

"Oh! By the God of the Underworld, this is the first time I've heard of such an absurd thing."

"Yeah, Arctic People possessing extraordinary power, it's simply incredible!"

"The Lord is really good to you."

Da Zhuang laughed proudly, "That goes without saying, our Lord is the best Lord in the whole world!"

"As long as you all work hard, the Lord will reward you too."

The Goblin laborers were immediately invigorated.

"This strong Arctic People lord, we will work very hard!"

"But Smoki, speaking of which, have there been any famous powerhouses among the Arctic People?"

"Fimoki, I don't know."

"…"

Amidst the chattering of hundreds of Goblins, they followed Da Zhuang and left the territory.

Meanwhile, Cao Xing looked at the other combat personnel.

Those Nightmare Archers and Dragon Blood Warriors had gone through a night of fighting.

In total, 27 of them had reached the level 20 cap.

Since they were Tier 2 creatures when summoned, they now needed to advance again.

Cao Xing was not stingy; he waved his hand and exchanged 27 Intermediate Hearts of Strength from the [Dragon Shop] for them.

He once again reaped a wave of loyalty increases.

This group of Dragon Blood Warriors and Nightmare Archers respectfully saluted Cao Xing.

Cao Xing nodded slightly and said, "Alright, now all Wild Boar Warriors, Ascalon Warriors, Dragon Blood Warriors, and Nightmare Archers, continue your training."

"In the afternoon, I will summon another wave of dragon power. For the next two days, we will basically be fighting these Ice Nest Monsters."

"By your command, Lord!"

After speaking, the hundreds of people dispersed in a swarm.

Only a group of Cao Xing's core members remained in place.

"Sarah, Assam, Andrew."

A figure suddenly emerged from the shadows.

And Assam, wielding a legendary weapon, along with Andrew, also stepped forward.

Cao Xing didn't say much more and directly distributed three Expert-level Hearts of Strength from his backpack to the three of them.

"You have all reached the Tier 4 cap."

"Use them now, I hope you can successfully break through to Tier 5."

The three of them didn't say much after hearing this, but nodded solemnly, "By your command, Lord."

Everyone present, including the others, watched this scene with envious eyes.

After all, a Tier 5 Expert-level entity was already considered a powerhouse in their own right.

Moreover, it is said that after breaking through to Tier 5, one will undergo a different kind of transformation.

Speaking of which, among all the powerhouses in Cao Xing's territory, Francesca was the only Tier 5 existence.

And now, he was finally about to have at least one more!

Thinking of this, a sense of anticipation welled up in his heart.

"Crack! Crack!"

The three of them crushed the crystals without hesitation.

As the pure power contained within the [Expert-level Heart of Strength] flowed into their bodies.

A terrifying aura suddenly rose from their bodies!

"Boom!"

This aura even materialized, causing everyone to instinctively take half a step back.

Braum rubbed his bald head and said, "Oh no, if Knight Assam breaks through to Tier 5, I won't be able to beat him!"

Beside him, Blot ruthlessly retorted, "Mr. Braum, even if Knight Assam is only Tier 4, you don't seem to be his match, do you?"

Braum laughed heartily upon hearing this, "That's true, he has a legendary weapon, my shield can't block it at all."

"If he didn't use his legendary weapon, I definitely wouldn't lose."

Amidst their joking tone.

Sarah and the other two entered a state of transformation.

As time passed, the aura on their bodies became increasingly powerful.

At this moment, the farm woman Mupo, who was preparing to enter the cafeteria, couldn't help but cast her gaze over.

She stared at Cao Xing's figure, as if she had something to say.

Cao Xing noticed her gaze.

But he didn't say anything more, simply having made his plans for what to do next in his heart.

"In a while, I'll go find Mupo and have a chat."

About two minutes later, the three people's breakthrough seemed to be coming to an end.

A moment later, they opened their eyes simultaneously!

From their bodies, an aura rose that was significantly more powerful than before!

Within it, Cao Xing even sensed pure life force.

[Your territory member: Sarah Blade Dance successfully used the Expert-level Heart of Strength, breaking through to a Tier 5 Commander-level creature, base attributes increased by 100%]

[Caused a significant increase in attributes, completed a sublimation transformation, HP additionally increased by 50%]

…

[Your territory member: Andrew successfully used the Expert-level Heart of Strength, breaking through to a Tier 5 Leader-level creature, base attributes increased by 100%]

[Due to the significant increase in attributes, completed a sublimation transformation, HP additionally increased by 50%]

…

[Your territory member: Assam successfully used the Expert-level Heart of Strength, breaking through to a Tier 5 Leader-level creature, base attributes increased by 100%]

[Due to the significant increase in attributes, completed a sublimation transformation, HP additionally increased by 50%; Intermediate Frost Wolf Swordsmanship upgraded to Advanced Frost Wolf Swordsmanship, Intermediate Riding Mastery upgraded to Advanced Riding Mastery]

…

At this moment, Cao Xing's breath hitched!

"Holy crap! All three succeeded, hahaha!"

At this moment, he could hardly hold back his laughter.

After all, the [Expert-level Heart of Strength] only had a 70% success rate, and Cao Xing had even prepared for the possibility of one or even two failing.

And yet, they all succeeded!

How satisfying!

This wave of Luck points didn't go to waste!

Cao Xing was overjoyed, and his heart suddenly felt much more relaxed.

Ever since killing that Red-Robed Bishop, Cao Xing had been genuinely worried about the guys from the Church of Light coming to his doorstep.

He was also thinking about how to deal with it if he were truly exposed.

But now, with three extra Tier 5 powerhouses under his command, the pressure from the Church of Light had suddenly lessened significantly.

To hell with the Church of Light!

Counting Francesca, he had a full four Tier 5 powerhouses under his command; if they dared to come, he would just crush them!

It was still too early to say he was invincible in this world.

But in the Ice Crystal Kingdom, there weren't many forces left that could threaten him.

Moreover, Cao Xing also saw the system notification afterwards, [Sublimation Transformation].

"So that's it, after breaking through to Tier 5, you get additional HP?"

"No wonder I was wondering how the HP of those Tier 5 existences was so terrifyingly high!"

With an excited mood.

Cao Xing quickly checked the attributes of the three Tier 5 powerhouses!

[Phantom Assassin: Sarah Blade Dance]

[Race: Dark Elf]

[Level: 40 0/500,000 (Tier 5 Commander-level creature)]

[Detailed Attributes: Click to expand]

…

…

[Frost Wolf Knight: Assam]

[Race: Human]

[Level: 40 0/500,000 (Tier 5 Leader-level creature)]

[Detailed Attributes: Click to view]

…

…

[Icefield Druid: Andrew]

[Race: Druid]

[Level: 40 0/500,000 (Tier 5 Leader-level creature)]

[Detailed Attributes: Click to view]

…

"Good grief! Everyone has over 300,000 HP, that's truly terrifying!"

"Especially Sarah, over 7,000 attack, 82% critical hit rate."

"If this triggers Coup de Grace, wouldn't she be able to take the enemy's skull off in one slash!"

Cao Xing felt very gratified.

The three of them, having broken through, knelt on one knee simultaneously and said respectfully, "Thank you for your cultivation, Lord!"

"Now, we possess Tier 5 power, and can better defend the territory and uphold the Lord's honor!"

Cao Xing smiled, "Good, good, good, you are all excellent!"

"And for the others, those who haven't broken through to Tier 5 don't need to worry."

"It won't be long before everyone can break through to Tier 4, Tier 5, and even push towards higher levels!"

Everyone's eyes were filled with eagerness.

They nodded heavily, none of them doubted Cao Xing's words.

They believed that this powerful Lord would definitely allow them all to break through to Tier 5 in the near future!

By then, the strength of this territory would exceed imagination!

Cao Xing also nodded slightly and said, "Alright, go get busy now."

"Renice, you wait a moment."

The crowd gradually dispersed, leaving behind that tall and slender archer.

"Renice, give me your weapon."

She didn't hesitate at all and handed over the longbow in her hand.

[Obtained: Withered Spirit Longbow (Gold)]

Cao Xing put the longbow into his backpack and took out a [Hunting Longbow (Gold)] with a rather quaint design.

This was the weapon obtained after killing that Ogre earlier.

This was a Level 40 Gold weapon, much more powerful than the Withered Spirit Longbow.

Renice gripped the quaint longbow and naturally felt the power it brought.

She bowed slightly and said respectfully, "Thank you, Lord."

Cao Xing smiled and patted her head, "It's nothing, go train with that group of Nightmare Archers."

Feeling Cao Xing's touch.

This heroic and dashing archer showed a bit of a woman's shyness on her face.

"O…Okay, respected Lord."

After speaking, she hugged the longbow in her hands and happily went to train.

As for the Level 30 [Withered Spirit Longbow] that Renice had retired, Cao Xing planned to give it to Elisa when she returned.

Speaking of which, the little girl said yesterday afternoon that she had found traces of the Cloud Yak in the mountains; it had been a night, and he didn't know how she was doing.

So, he directly initiated the communication.

"Elisa, how is it on your end?"

A moment later, Elisa's lowered voice came from the other side of the communication.

"Lord, I have good news for you, I've almost tracked down the traces of that herd of yaks!"

"And there seem to be a lot of them, just wait to get rich!"

Hearing this, a look of joy also appeared on Cao Xing's face.

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