Green nodded and said, "Right, we should arrange things in Iron Mountain Fort. Otherwise, there might be some trouble. How about this, we'll split up and cultivate. Mister, Blockhead, and Rockhead will be here, while Brother Kun will keep an eye on Golden Island. When the two kids reach 9th rank, we'll let Kun cultivate. After that, Blockhead and Rockhead will return to Iron Mountain Fort to keep an eye on things for a few days. Shun and the others should be done by now."
Since Green said this, the group didn't decline. In any case, the Space had already leveled up, they could promote people to 9th rank at any time. Two days earlier or later wouldn't make any difference.
Zhao Hai nodded and said, "Alright, then it's decided. Grandpa Green, after you return to Iron Mountain Fort, select some absolutely loyal slaves and start teaching them cultivation. Now that the Spatial Water can increase their cultivation speed, we wouldn't need to worry about not having enough experts. Also, select some people from the Giant-horned Bulls and see if the Spatial Water can increase their cultivation speed. If it can, then that would be great."
The Beastmen's cultivation method was very different from the Humans, therefore, Zhao Hai said this. For the Giant-horned Bulls, if they want to cultivate, then they would need to find good soul beasts. But now that Zhao Hai's Space had leveled up, a lot of high level magic beasts had appeared. Among them, there were some high level magic beasts, even the Giant-horned Bulls. If the Giant-horned Bulls could use the Spatial Water, then they would surely be able to increase their ranks quickly.
Green nodded and said, "Alright, leave this matter to me. In fact, after observing for such a long time, I already have a rough idea of what kind of people those slaves are. The first hundred slaves we brought can all be used for cultivation. Now that they are commoners, they are loyal and devoted to our Buda clan. I think we should choose them as the first batch."
Zhao Hai nodded and said, "Alright, I'll leave this matter to Grandpa Green. In any case, as long as you choose someone, it'll be fine. Alright, let's go take a look at the ten new backgrounds that the Space has added. The scenery is very good."
Green and the others smiled and agreed. Zhao Hai then took everyone to see the newly acquired backgrounds. The scenery in those backgrounds was really good.
After looking at the ten backgrounds, Zhao Hai and the others returned to the villa. Then Zhao Hai took out some water from the blood pond and had Laura and the others drink it. Kun, Green, and Merine then left the Space.
Laura and the others were very careful when they entered the blood pond. They weren't like Zhao Hai who was able to raise Zhao Hai's strength to 9th rank. They needed to drink the blood pond's water and then cultivate themselves.
The energy in the blood pond's water was very strong. Laura and the others only drank a small mouthful for the first time and felt their Battle Qi stir up, as if it was about to break out of their bodies.
Laura felt as if someone was blowing air into her skin, causing it to swell up. The Battle Qi in her body was about to explode.
Laura and the others didn't dare to neglect, so they immediately started to cultivate according to their own cultivation methods. Magicians like Meg had a different feeling. When the blood pond's water entered their bodies, it immediately turned into a line of fire and directly rushed to their heads. Meg felt a loud bang in her head. She had a feeling that she was about to faint, but she knew that she couldn't faint at this time. Otherwise, she was afraid that she would never wake up.
Meg persevered and kept herself awake. At the same time, she followed her own cultivation method over and over again, trying to digest the energy.
The others were also doing the same. When Zhao Hai saw that nothing happened to them, he felt relieved. He knew that drinking the water for the first time was the most dangerous.
Although Laura and the others had painful expressions, they weren't in any danger. Zhao Hai felt relieved as he went out of the Space and returned to the Haven.
At this time, the Haven was still on Iron Horse River, it hasn't entered the sea yet. Zhao Hai wasn't worried as he looked at the scenery on both sides of the river. Iron Horse River was worthy of being called the Buddha Empire's largest river. On both sides of the river, one could see a city or a village. Only places with people would have docks. Large and small boats were constantly moving about, it was very lively.
Looking at the busy people, Zhao Hai couldn't help but sigh. Sometimes, ignorance was bliss. These ordinary people didn't know anything, but they were very happy. They might have their own troubles, but these were all part of life. But Zhao Hai's troubles were something that they couldn't imagine.
When Zhao Hai was back on Earth, he had read some reports about people who were doing drugs. Some of them even committed suicide. Zhao Hai didn't understand why these people would commit suicide. Was it really that much pressure?
But after arriving in the Ark Continent, especially after learning about the Divine Realm, Zhao Hai finally understood what pressure was.
This pressure was like a mountain pressing down on his body. Ever since he learned about this news, his nerves had been on the verge of collapsing. Zhao Hai was really afraid that he wouldn't be able to hold on any longer.
After thinking about this, Zhao Hai couldn't help but sigh. Then he looked at the people on both sides of the river with envy. Zhao Hai actually wanted to live that kind of life. But now, that kind of life was getting further and further away from him.
At this time, the Haven arrived at a large city. However, Zhao Hai didn't plan to stop. He wanted to pass through the river. He knew that after passing through the city, the Haven would be able to enter the sea in two days.
However, what surprised Zhao Hai was the fact that there was an iron lock in front of him. This iron lock was blocking the Haven's path.
Zhao Hai stared, but he didn't say anything. Instead, he had the undead stop the ship. Then he went to the bow and looked at both sides of the iron lock.
On both sides of the iron lock were two five-masted ironclad warships. The insignia of these two warships was golden, it was a heavily armored warrior.
Zhao Hai recognized this insignia, it was the insignia of the Buddha Empire's Imperial Family. The ones blocking the river were actually the Buddha Empire's navy!
Zhao Hai stared, he didn't understand what the other party meant. However, he didn't worry, he knew that since the other party stopped him, they would certainly come looking for him.
Sure enough, when the Haven came to a stop, a few people wearing armor and magic robes appeared on the ships. Then a voice was heard, "Is that the Buda Clan's Patriarch Zhao Haidab's flagship?" Zhao Haidab nodded and said, "Is that the Buda Clan's Patriarch's ship?"
Zhao Hai looked at the two ships and said, "It is indeed Zhao Hai. May I know why you stopped me?"
The voice was heard, "This one is the Buddha Empire's Navy's Vice Admiral Ironwood. This one has seen Mister Zhao Hai. His Majesty has invited Mister to the Imperial Capital."
Zhao Hai stared, then he knit his brows. He didn't want to go, but he also knew that if he didn't go, then he wouldn't be giving face to the Buddha Empire. This was equal to becoming enemies with the Buddha Empire. After thinking about it, Zhao Hai nodded and said, "Alright, then I'll have to ask the General to lead the way. I'll be right behind you."
Ironwood's voice was heard, "Alright, I'll lead the way for mister." After he said that, the chains clanked as they were slowly retracted. Then one of the ships turned around and left. Zhao Hai drove the ship while Zhao Hai drove the Haven to follow behind.
They weren't very far from the Buddha Empire's Capital, Iron Knight City. As long as they went along a river, they would be able to reach Iron Knight City in less than a day.
There was a reason why Iron Knight City was built. When the first Emperor of the Buddha Empire was fighting for the world, his mount was a mutated Iron Knight. In order to commemorate his mount, the old Emperor built a new city in the place where Iron Knight City was located. At the same time, the old Emperor made a statue of the Iron Knight City and placed it in the city's largest square.
Iron Knight City was close to the bank of Liuhua River, the largest branch of Iron Horse River. This city was well-connected by water and land. There were as many as 12 piers on the bank of Liuhua River. The first one could hold at least 100 ships, all of which were 5-masted big ships. There were many smaller piers on the bank of Liuhua River, where many ships could be parked. It could be said that Iron Knight City was the largest material transfer station on Liuhua River.
Zhao Hai stood on the Haven as he looked at Iron Knight City getting closer and closer. He couldn't help but smile bitterly. The Buddha Empire really gave him face. At this time, the Haven had a five-masted ship in front and a five-masted ship behind it. Even if Zhao Hai wanted to escape, he wouldn't be able to.
However, Zhao Hai didn't care. The Rosen Empire was the continent's most powerful country. Zhao Hai was now the Emperor's son-in-law as well as the Buda Clan's Patriarch. He believed that the Buddha Empire's Emperor wouldn't dare to do anything to him.
The three ships slowly stopped at the pier. The undead lowered a gangplank as Zhao Hai disembarked from the ship. Five people also disembarked from the Buddha Empire's ships. Among these five people, three of them were armored Warriors while the other two were Mages.
When the five people disembarked, they immediately went towards Zhao Hai to greet him. When they were five steps away from Zhao Hai, the one in front gave a bow to Zhao Hai and said, "Ironwood has seen Patriarch Zhao Hai."
Zhao Hai looked at Ironwood, this guy was definitely more than two meters tall. His entire body was covered in silver white armor. This armor was unexpectedly made of iron and looked very heavy. Zhao Hai found it strange, this guy was a Vice Admiral. If he were to fall into the water, wouldn't he sink to the bottom of the water?
However, Zhao Hai still smiled as he gave Ironwood a salute and said, "I have seen Admiral Ironwood. To have the Admiral personally invite Zhao Hai, this is a capital offense."
Ironwood quickly replied, "I don't dare. His Majesty has decreed that I must invite the Patriarch. Ironwood's heart was flustered, I hope that the Patriarch can forgive me for my rudeness."
Zhao Hai smiled and said, "I don't dare. Admiral Ironwood didn't do anything wrong, there's no need to forgive me. I ask the Admiral to forgive me. My wife is currently cultivating on the ship, she can't go with me to see His Majesty. I ask the Admiral to forgive me."
Ironwood quickly replied, "Patriarch doesn't need to be polite. Since your wife is cultivating, then she shouldn't be disturbed. Patriarch can rest assured, I will make sure that no one is allowed to disturb her."
Zhao Hai gratefully looked at Ironwood and said, "Many thanks to the Admiral. This way, I can't let His Majesty wait for too long."
Ironwood smiled faintly and said, "That's good. Patriarch, please." Then he led Zhao Hai to the pier. This pier was clearly used by nobles, it was very clean and there weren't many people around.
Just as Zhao Hai and the others left the pier, a carriage immediately stopped beside them. This carriage was very stylish, it also had the Imperial Insignia on it.
Zhao Hai knew that this carriage wasn't something that just anyone could sit in. Those who could sit in this carriage were at least Princes.
Sure enough, Ironwood smiled at Zhao Hai and said, "Mister, this is His Majesty's carriage. His Majesty actually sent his own carriage to pick you up. It seems like he's really anxious. Mister, please get on the carriage."
Zhao Hai gave his thanks and got on the carriage. Ironwood also followed behind Zhao Hai. The interior of the carriage was very luxurious. The seats were covered with thick animal skins, it was very soft and comfortable to sit on. The temperature inside the carriage was just right, it didn't feel stuffy at all. Moreover, there was no feeling of vibration. It seems like this carriage wasn't as simple as it seemed.
The carriage also had a small table like Zhao Hai's carriage. On top of the table, there were also things for cooking tea. After Ironwood got on the carriage, he immediately sat opposite of Zhao Hai. Then he took out a small pot of tea and started to cook it for Zhao Hai.
Zhao Hai looked at Ironwood's big hand holding a small silver pot of tea. He couldn't help but find it funny. However, Ironwood's movements were very fast. Before long, a small pot of tea was ready.
The taste of this tea was very mellow, it was much better than the tea that Zhao Hai usually drank. Ironwood poured a cup of tea for Zhao Hai, then he smiled and said, "Today, thanks to mister's blessing, I'll be able to taste this golden tea. This is something that can't be bought with money in the continent."
Zhao Hai smiled and said, "This is the first time that I've tasted this tea. The taste is really good. General, can I ask why His Majesty summoned me?"
Ironwood smiled and said, "I really don't know. But looking at His Majesty's appearance, it seems like he's very happy. Mister's fame has already spread throughout the continent. Now that you've come to the Buddha Empire, how could His Majesty not meet you?"
Zhao Hai smiled and said, "It's just a false reputation. I didn't think that my visit to the Buddha Empire would actually alarm His Majesty. I'm really sorry about that."
Ironwood smiled and said, "The Buda Clan is also a Great Clan in the continent. Now that Patriarch Zhao Hai has personally come to the Buddha Empire, it would be impolite if His Majesty didn't meet you. Moreover, the Buddha Empire has a lot of businesses to cooperate with mister in the future. How could His Majesty not meet you?"
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