Chapter 536: Chapter 534: The Four Generals of the Black Demon Army
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next day after entering the Lei Realm, as the warm sunlight streamed through the quiet room’s windows, Mo Yu, who was meditating cross-legged, slowly opened his eyes.
At the moment he opened them, a peculiar ripple stirred in the space around him. Strands of energy distinct from Dou Qi silently flowed into Mo Yu’s brow, merging with his soul.
"Having a specialized soul cultivation technique really does accelerate progress significantly," Mo Yu remarked, sensing the fullness emanating from his brow.
Over this period, he had diligently practiced his soul cultivation technique whenever time allowed. The results had been exceptional, and he was now just half a step away from breaking into the mid Spirit Realm stage.
With a faint smile, Mo Yu stood up from the bed, stretched his body, and pushed the door open. After locating Xiao Yixian and the others, the group left their guest rooms.
At that moment, due to a conversation from two days prior, Xiao Yixian and Qing Lin’s faces instinctively flushed with a hint of shyness whenever they saw Mo Yu.
Mo Yu, shaking his head at their expressions, gently patted their hair before heading outside.
The massive manor they were staying in had long been bustling with strong individuals from all corners of the realm.
These individuals either boasted great personal strength or represented influential powers. The interactions between such characters naturally created a lively and spirited atmosphere.
After wandering briefly through the manor, Mo Yu’s group paused at an expansive tavern-like pavilion within the estate.
The tavern was spacious, with a massive stone platform at its center. On the platform, Dou Qi surged as two figures clashed in Thunder-fast combat. The intense fight drew waves of cheers from the surrounding crowd.
The two combatants on stage, both around the strength of six-star Dou Zongs, were well-known experts. However, their battle did not pique Mo Yu’s interest.
Finding a window-side spot in the tavern, Mo Yu and his group sat down. As his gaze swept through the bustling establishment, he spotted numerous individuals with considerable strength.
"Have you gathered any information regarding the Black Demon Army?" Mo Yu asked softly, glancing briefly at the fight on the stone platform as a servant girl respectfully served tea.
Now that he planned to interact with the Lei Clan, Mo Yu naturally wanted to learn more about them. The Black Demon Army, being an elite force of the Lei Clan, was known for its formidable combat prowess, making it a critical subject for Mo Yu to study.
"Indeed," Xiao Yixian nodded with a smile, exchanging a glance with Qing Lin before speaking softly. "The Black Demon Army holds a high status within the Lei Clan.
Their selection criteria are extremely stringent, requiring absolute loyalty to the Lei Clan and meeting specific strength thresholds within a certain age range.
It’s said that the Black Demon Army conducts yearly assessments, and those failing to meet the standards are removed. Even captains like you, Mo Yu, must participate in periodic assessment competitions, where poorly ranked captains are stripped of their positions.
Additionally, the Lei Clan’s inherently combative nature ensures the Black Demon Army maintains exceptionally high standards—on par with the Gu Clan’s Black Abyss Army."
Hearing this, Mo Yu nodded slowly. From his past experience commanding a squad under the Black Thunder Banner, he knew that Black Demon Army soldiers were far from ordinary.
In the outside world, these individuals would be considered top-tier warriors with unmatched talent.
"The Black Demon Army has a strict hierarchy," Qing Lin added from the side. "It consists of eight banner captains. Among them, the ones we encountered yesterday, Mu Mang and the Azure Thunder captain, are two of the eight. However, Mu Mang is only the Deputy Captain of the Silver Thunder Banner.
The true Silver Thunder captain is Mu Mang’s elder brother, Mu Xiao, who is said to be a five-star Dou Zun."
"Mu Mang is just a deputy captain?" Mo Yu’s eyes narrowed. With Mu Mang’s strength as a one-star Dou Zun, he was only a deputy captain?
The Azure Thunder captain, on the other hand, had the strength of a three-star Dou Zun, while Mu Xiao, the Silver Thunder captain, was a five-star Dou Zun.
If that was the case, the Black Demon Army likely had at least twenty to thirty Dou Zuns in their ranks. Their combat strength was indeed terrifying.
"No wonder the Lei Clan is so formidable," Mo Yu mused. While the Lei Clan possessed the bloodline of a Dou Di, assembling such a powerful army showcased their strength on another level.
"Right now, you’re not exactly popular among the young geniuses of the Lei Clan. Many of them even see you as... a rival in love," Xiao Yixian said with a playful smile. "In the days to come, I imagine you’ll have your fair share of trouble in the Lei Realm."
"No matter. Let them come—I’ll deal with whatever comes my way," Mo Yu replied calmly, his tone light and unbothered.
He had long heard of Lei Fei’er’s peerless charm. In the Lei Clan, where geniuses congregated, it was natural for these young talents to desire someone extraordinary.
Lei Fei’er, with her unmatched beauty and noble status, was undoubtedly a prized target of admiration.
But so what? Among the younger generation, Mo Yu was confident that few could rival him.
Seeing Mo Yu’s calm demeanor, as if he disregarded all the Lei Clan geniuses, Xiao Yixian and Qing Lin exchanged glances before smiling proudly.
Mo Yu’s confidence and boldness were among the reasons they admired and loved him.
"Of the eight banner captains, many already see you as their biggest rival. Should you encounter them, they’ll likely seize any opportunity to spar with you," Xiao Yixian remarked, her tone turning slightly serious. "But in my opinion, your greatest challenge isn’t them—it’s the Four Generals."
"The Four Generals?"
"The true high-ranking members of the Black Demon Army include eight banner captains, the Four Generals, and the two supreme leaders—Black Demon Marshals," Xiao Yixian explained.
"These Four Generals are exceptional geniuses, even among the Lei Clan’s prodigies. Each of them possesses incredibly potent Dou Di bloodlines, making them nearly unmatched within the Lei Clan.
With their extraordinary potential, they’re destined to become the core figures of the Lei Clan in the future."
Mo Yu nodded in acknowledgment. While his achievements at his age were considered top-tier in Central Plains, within the Lei Clan, brimming with talent, he wasn’t yet unparalleled.
Judging by the ranks, the Four Generals were clearly superior to the captains. Even the weakest among them must surpass the captains in strength. Based on this reasoning, the Four Generals’ power likely rivaled the Nine Tianzun of the Hall of Souls.
"The Dou Di bloodline truly is remarkable," Mo Yu sighed softly. "I hope this trip also helps Xiao Yu awaken some of her latent Dou Di bloodline."
Seemingly having thought of something, Mo Yu pursed his lips, murmuring inwardly.
For ordinary people, the bloodline of a Dou Di was almost akin to defying fate and rewriting destiny. The Eight Ancient Clans were so powerful because they had inherited the bloodline of a Dou Di for countless generations.
Although Xiao Yu’s talent was mediocre, if she could activate the Dou Di bloodline within her body through the "Bloodline Reversion Pill," her future accomplishments might not fall short of Qing Lin or Xiao Yixian.
"Although I don’t know the attitudes of those four high-ranking generals with great prestige in the Lei Clan toward you, Lei Fei’er is the daughter of the patriach. Her allure to such geniuses is unparalleled. You must remain vigilant," Xiao Yixian reminded.
Hearing this, Mo Yu nodded but didn’t dwell on it. At this stage, except for Ban Sheng experts, there were few who could truly pose a threat to him.
Three days passed quickly as they waited.
When the first rays of the morning sun spilled from the horizon on the third day, the Demon Thunder City became unusually lively.
Today was the day when the gate to the Lei Realm would open. This mysterious space was nearly a realm of its own, sparking immense curiosity in most of those gathered.
As waves of chatter spread through the city, Mo Yu and his two companions prepared themselves. Exiting their rooms, they left the estate and followed the crowd, making their way straight toward the city’s center.
At the heart of Demon Thunder City lay an enormous thunder pool filled with terrifying thunder energy. The pool stretched endlessly, exuding an intimidating aura that sent shivers down the spines of onlookers.
At this moment, the area surrounding the thunder pool was packed with people. Even the nearby rooftops and buildings were crowded with figures.
Countless eyes were fixed on the thunder pool. Within it, armored figures stood tall, holding spears, their formidable presence keeping anyone from daring to approach.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the Lei Realm will soon open. The Lei Realm is vast, and if you wander recklessly, you may get lost.
If you accidentally step into a spatial rift, you could end up perishing in the void. So, once inside, I advise you not to roam aimlessly," an elder of the Lei Clan shouted loudly from the center of the thunder pool.
"Upon entering the Lei Realm, someone will guide you to the Thunder Sun Plains at the center of the realm. Additionally, there are Lei Clan descendants living within the Lei Realm. Please do not disturb them.
Otherwise, you may be blacklisted by the Lei Clan. Is that understood?"
Hearing the elder’s words, polite responses arose from the crowd outside the thunder pool.
"Lei Clan descendants?"
The term caused Mo Yu to raise an eyebrow.
"According to the information I’ve gathered, the Lei Clan descendants are the lowest class within the Lei Clan but also the most essential. After countless years of reproduction, their population in the Lei Realm has become enormous.
They, too, carry the Dou Di bloodline, but it’s usually so diluted as to be negligible.
Of course, there are occasional accidents or mutations that strengthen their bloodline. These individuals are quickly recognized, their status skyrocketing as they join the ranks of the true Lei Clan, enjoying immense prestige," Xiao Yixian explained.
"An endless supply of fresh blood. No wonder the Lei Clan has remained strong for so long," Mo Yu nodded.
He recalled that the Gu Clan also had such descendants. It seemed that all eight ancient clans maintained these vast, ordinary yet vital subgroups.
As Mo Yu and Xiao Yixian conversed, ripples of electric currents suddenly appeared within the thunder pool. Soon, everyone felt a terrifying spatial fluctuation emanating from the space above the pool.
"Zzzzt!"
When this terrifying fluctuation reached its peak, a dazzling beam of light shot up from the bottom of the thunder pool, eventually connecting with the energy barrier surrounding the city.
"Rumble!"
The moment the two connected, thunderous booms echoed across the area, and the space above the thunder pool began to tear open in the astonished gazes of the crowd.
Moments later, a massive black spatial gate leading to the unknown emerged, drawing everyone’s attention.
"The spatial gate to the Lei Realm has opened. Please enter!"
The elder of the Lei Clan smiled and announced loudly.
As soon as his words fell, figures began flashing forward, darting toward the spatial gate.
With someone taking the lead, the rest of the crowd also surged forward, moving toward the gate in succession.
Despite the sheer number of entrants, the spatial gate remained like an endless void, showing no signs of strain or disturbance.
"Let’s go."
Seeing that the spatial gate was functioning smoothly, Mo Yu smiled faintly and took the lead, stepping onto the Thunder-filled surface of the thunder pool as he walked toward the gate. Xiao Yixian and Qing Lin quickly followed behind him.
Around the gate, the Black Demon Army soldiers stood guard in layers. Mo Yu spotted Mu Mang and the Azure Thunder Captain at the forefront.
Ignoring Mu Mang’s hostile glare, Mo Yu walked past him expressionlessly with Xiao Yixian and Qing Lin in tow.
"Mo Yu, don’t get too full of yourself! Inside the Lei Realm, someone will take care of you! I’m looking forward to seeing you crawl out like a beaten dog!"
Unable to bear Mo Yu’s indifference, Mu Mang’s veins throbbed with rage. If not for the vast disparity in strength, he would have attacked long ago.
Even so, as Mo Yu was about to step into the spatial gate, Mu Mang finally muttered venomously under his breath, his tone icy and sinister.
"You’re overthinking, Deputy Captain Mu. After all, you’re just a deputy. Take care of yourself first."
Mo Yu paused briefly, smiling faintly before stepping through the spatial gate without hesitation, vanishing in the spatial waves.
Behind him, Xiao Yixian and Qing Lin didn’t spare Mu Mang a glance as they followed Mo Yu into the gate, disappearing moments later.
"Mo Yu, I underestimated you. But to act arrogantly within the Lei Clan, you, a lowly outcast of the declining Mo lineage, are far from qualified!"
Watching Mo Yu’s departing figure, venomous hatred grew in Mu Mang’s eyes as he muttered with gritted teeth.
"Within the Lei Realm, there are those who will deal with you. I’ll be waiting here for the moment you crawl back like a beaten dog!"
"Miss Lei Fei’er isn’t someone someone as insignificant as you could ever hope to match!"
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