The Necromancer is amassing troops like crazy in the apocalypse

Wu Heng said with a sigh, "Do you believe that just in one day, the Gold Coins earned can fill this room?"

"It really fits the name Gold and Silver Island." The Elf Elder continued.

"How did such a shabby Pirate Island get developed into this?" The short people frowned, "Even seeing it in person, it still feels a bit unreal."

Finally, the Elder of the Giant Spider Clan spoke, "Leader Wu Heng really has extraordinary qualities."

He kept watching for a while.

The Elder of the Giant Spider Clan said, "More and more people are arriving, I will take a team to maintain order."

"Let's go together! Seems like we're going to be busy."

The three left the study and walked downstairs.

...

On the steps on the eastern side of the square, the Wood Elf Elder 'Bonifacius' quietly stood surrounded by his attendants.

He gazed at the surging crowd before him, listening to the excited discussions from all around, and couldn't help but feel a little dazed.

"It's truly... unbelievable."

He murmured to himself, eyes still fixed on the gathering crowd ahead.

The current Gold and Silver Island really lacks nothing anymore.

...

Inside the study at the Island Lord's Mansion.

Wu Heng sat at the large desk, his gaze resting on the "Creation Scripture".

He repeatedly simulated the operation method of the First Level 'Earth Element Initial Sense' in his mind until every detail was imprinted in his brain.

After a while, he finally closed the book, letting out a long breath.

He sighed inwardly.

The book he wrote yesterday, planning to test today if he could learn skills through reading.

It seems the handwritten version did not have an effect this time either.

Which means, just like the Body Refining Technique, it needs to be cultivated bit by bit.

"Did you memorize everything?" The Lady reclined lazily on a chaise, propping her chin.

"Yes, I memorized it." Wu Heng put the scripture into the drawer, suddenly remembering something, "By the way, the third level 'Bathing Fire Rebirth' mentioned in the Body Refining Technique talks about 'Fire Egg Condensation'. Can it really resurrect someone?"

About to cultivate the Creation Scripture, he subconsciously recalled the third level of the Body Refining Technique.

The third level is called [Bathing Fire Rebirth], which has two effects. One is the ability to quickly regenerate severed limbs, heal severe injuries by sacrificing fire.

The second effect is to condense a 'Mystic Bird Fire Egg', which, according to the introduction, allows rebirth using the Fire Spirit.

Previously, when dealing with the Twelve Heavenly Saints Sect, plus he's a hero with the ability to resurrect upon death, it wasn't a concern.

The Lady absentmindedly twirled a strand of hair, saying, "Literally, if you condense a Fire Egg completely, even if you die, you can be reborn through the Fire Egg."

She paused for a moment before adding, "But there's a downside."

"What kind of downside?"

"Though the reborn body is still you, all accumulations of the old body will disappear, including the body's strength and nurtured blood energy." The Lady paused slightly, "It's more like... emerging a new body rather than resurrecting."

Wu Heng immediately understood.

It's not the revival of the original body, but a complete replacement with a new one.

It makes sense.

After all, it's a condensed Fire Egg, newly hatched.

Pondering for a moment, he asked, "Does this mean that if my current body reaches its lifespan limit, I can use the Fire Egg as a new body?"

"I'm not so sure because no Hero has attempted this before. Theoretically, it should be possible, but you don't need it. You will definitely break through Hero Stage before dying." The Lady had more faith in his breakthrough than he did.

She continued more seriously, "The Fire Egg should be considered a last resort for survival. Having one more causes no loss. After you're done cultivating 'Creation Scripture', condense the Fire Egg and give it to me. I'll arrange for someone to send it out."

"Where to send it? I can just arrange someone myself." Wu Heng stood up and put on a coat.

"You don't need to worry about that. If you truly face danger, this will be the last resort. Knowing it might let the trump card have problems." The Lady spoke earnestly.

Wu Heng raised his eyebrows, "You never go out. Do you know how to send it?"

"Don't worry about it." The Lady said impatiently.

"Alright!" Wu Heng nodded, "Let's go find the place for cultivating the Creation Scripture first."

The Lady got up and moved next to him, lightly resting her fingertips on his arm.

With the release of the Teleportation Technique, the two disappeared.

...

In the next moment, the two appeared in a piece of undeveloped primitive forest.

Located at the back of Gold and Silver Island, teeming with vegetation, it was completely different from the bustling city.

"Don't need to set up a Formation?" The Lady looked around and asked.

"The book mentions cultivating where Earth Vein Spiritual Energy is abundant, but doesn't mention the need for any Formation." Wu Heng said.

The Lady nodded, "The first stage shouldn't be too difficult. Try it first, and improve as you go."

"Alright!" Wu Heng nodded, then handed her a reclining chair.

The Lady continued to lazily lie back while Wu Heng walked to the center of the forest.

Taking out the [Truth Engraving Knife], he murmured to himself, ensuring the surrounding area had ample Earth Vein Spiritual Energy.

The engraving knife etched mysterious patterns in the air before disappearing.

Instantly, soil-colored light ripples spread layer upon layer, and thick Earth Vein Qi surged from all directions, forming visible energy vortices on the ground.

In the distance, the Lady raised an eyebrow, "Quite a lot of tricks."

Seeing the engraving knife prove effective, Wu Heng immediately sat cross-legged, beginning to use his mind to guide Earth Vein Qi through all his pores, refining and compressing it.

With the toughness and control of his Heroic Body, his absorption speed far surpassed the standard recorded in the book.

Creating an invisible airwave in the forest.

Nearby, the Lady frowned and watched, muttering.

"How come no matter what you practice, it turns into Dragon Vortex!"

...

Association headquarters.

In an elegant tea room.

Justice Sword - Hada Lai sat at the desk, occasionally lifting his teacup to take a sip.

Soon, there was a knock on the door.

A religious representative wearing the Holy Court robe entered, respectfully saluting, "Leader Hada Lai."

"Sit!"

The representative cautiously took a seat, Hada Lai personally poured a cup of clear tea for him, "Try the new Moon Rainbow Tea."

The religious representative immediately thanked him but did not intend to drink the tea.

Hada Lai directly stared at him, "Has the Holy Hall still not responded to Gold and Silver Island's proposal?"

The representative's eyes flickered, "They have not."

Hada Lai sharply captured the anomaly in the other's expression and said softly, "You are with the association, acting as a liaison for the Holy Court and representing the association's stance. If there is any news, without harming the Holy Court, you can speak directly, and we can better negotiate together."

The religious representative pondered and then said, "It's not that I'm hiding from the leader, but the Holy Hall hasn't finalized a formal decision yet."

"What is their current attitude?" Hada Lai pressed.

"They don't plan to respond to Gold and Silver Island." The religious representative said bluntly.

Hada Lai narrowed his eyes, observing the representative closely.

Wu Heng's side is currently dominant, and the Holy Court is clearly at a disadvantage. Even if they harbor old grievances, publicly relaxing the situation seems like the wise choice.

But what attitude is the Holy Court adopting?

Do they have means to confront Wu Heng?

Or have they prepared for the worst?

After pondering, he advised, "It's just some misunderstanding between both sides, peacefully resolving it is the best way to coexist. Holding onto old grievances isn't a rational approach, I hope you continue to persuade the Holy Hall."

"I will respectfully follow the leader's intention and convey the message." The representative stood, bowed, and quietly withdrew.

Hada Lai sat in the room alone, drank his cup of tea in one go, and then left the tea room.

...

In the cultivation area of Gold and Silver Island, the Earth Vein Qi suddenly surged and then entirely entered Wu Heng's body.

Wu Heng sat cross-legged, absorbing, when a system prompt sounded in his ear.

[Unlock feature: Earth Spirit Nourishment.]

Wu Heng's heart stirred violently.

Did it work?

Just starting to cultivate and already completed the first stage?