However, as the saying goes: "No destruction, no construction!"

Since creating a new world, it’s necessary to eliminate the dross from the old world beforehand!

Long Chen harbors great ambitions and having set the direction, he will never bow to evil forces!

Moreover, in times of chaos, the strong prevail!

As long as his sword remains sharp, he fears not the lurking evils hidden in the deep darkness!

After hastily jotting down the talent recruitment plan on bamboo slips, Long Chen noticed it was still early, only nine o’clock at night.

For people living in ancient times, nine o’clock was already late; most had already gone into deep sleep by seven.

However, for Long Chen, it was just the beginning of his night life.

He began contemplating future expansion plans.

Currently, he was the Governor of Jiujiang, holding the entire jurisdiction.

In the southern part of Jiujiang, there were three counties in total.

From left to right, they were Lujian County, Danyang County, and Wu County.

As a transmigrator, Long Chen was well aware of the importance of these three counties’ territories.

In the future, the reason why Dong Wu could stand equally was mainly due to these three counties’ lands.

Starting with Lujian County, densely populated with numerous prominent families and outstanding talents, among them the most famous was Zhou Lang, Zhou Gongjin of the Three Kingdoms!

As for Danyang County, with its treacherous terrain and bold people, it was the birthplace of the elite Dan Yang troops, an excellent source of reserve soldiers.

Wu County was even more extraordinary, being the administration center of Dong Wu in the future, well-connected in transportation and adjacent to the East Sea without strong enemies to the east.

If Wu County was occupied, it would extend the coastal line significantly, possibly even building sea vessels and conquering Yi Province (modern-day Taiwan). Seizing Yi Province would lay the foundation for future national battles in the late stage of the game as various civilizations from different countries fought against each other.

Thus, Wu County was the key to dominance. By taking control of this place, one would secure an advantage.

Long Chen was already planning for the future.

He had a habit of taking a step and considering ten more.

After organizing his thoughts and writing them down on bamboo slips, Long Chen returned to his room to rest.

Under Long Chen’s persuasion, Diaochan had already fallen asleep. Long Chen carefully climbed onto the bed.

He tenderly gazed at Diaochan.

She looked beautiful even while asleep, like the celestial beauty Chang’e from a painting.

Ethereal and beautiful!

While sleeping, Diaochan wore a thin undergarment (Han Dynasty’s innerwear), accentuating her perfectly proportioned figure. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

However, Long Chen didn’t harbor thoughts of spending a passionate night with her; he only felt deep affection.

Gently stroking Diaochan’s black hair, so soft and fragrant, his weariness diminished...

Before sleeping, Long Chen lightly touched Diaochan’s sweet, soft red lips.

After their separation, he extended his tongue and licked the corner of his mouth, tasting a subtle sweetness.

Mmm! There’s a really sweet taste~

Then Long Chen embraced Diaochan’s soft body and entered dreamland...

The next day, early in the morning.

Outside the window, the birds in the cassia trees chirped incessantly in pairs, waking Long Chen from his slumber.

Seeing Diaochan still asleep, Long Chen didn’t have the heart to wake her and rose alone.

He sat cross-legged on a green cushion, as per usual, practicing the SSS-tier cultivation method, "The Book of Mystical Escapes," every morning.

Although this method was top-tier, if not diligently practiced, even the best technique would be in vain.

Better to choose a lower-tier cultivation method!

The higher the tier, the greater the difficulty in cultivation, exponentially increasing compared to lower-tier techniques!

Fortunately, Long Chen was diligent and perseverant. Every morning without fail, he practiced "The Book of Mystical Escapes."

Currently, he had just started with the "Earth Book," progressing slowly but with significant results.

Because the "Earth Book" primarily enhanced physical strength and stamina.

After each practice session, Long Chen could feel his body continuously strengthening, and the power he exerted became stronger and more enduring.

This endurance was tested together with Diaochan~~

Practicing the "Earth Book" mainly involved activating the body’s extraordinary channels, absorbing the essence of the earth, which could be refined and used.

Every punch and kick would stir up a serene yellow aura!

Even a tree surrounded by ten people would collapse under Long Chen’s punch!

Stability, tranquility, just like the earth!

This was the best interpretation of the "Earth Book"!

After the morning practice and breakfast, Long Chen hurried back to the camp to train his soldiers.

As Long Chen had recruited a new batch of recruits, many soldiers were still fresh and needed training.

Long Chen, Zhou Tai, and Xu Chu jointly trained the soldiers.

With the effect of the golden talent "Dragon and Phoenix Among Men": the training speed increased by 50%. Every soldier of the Dragon Clan Army was rapidly improving.

On the swift torrent not far away, Jiang Qin trained his navy with fervor.

Jiang Qin’s purple talent, "Hidden Ambush in the Waters," had a 30% increase in training speed, resulting in swift progress.

Approaching noon, a tall and fierce-looking Yellow Turban warrior hurriedly arrived outside the camp, intending to enter but was stopped by the guards!

"Report! I must see General Long! I must see General Long!" the Yellow Turban warrior exclaimed urgently.

"The camp is a vital place for General Long! It’s not a place for you to enter! Moreover, our Lord is of high status, not someone you can see as you wish!" the guard said coldly.

Since this Yellow Turban warrior was not part of the camp, naturally, he couldn’t enter.

However,

This Yellow Turban warrior seemed to have something very important to report, sweat beads dotted his forehead, and he gritted his teeth.

"Please inform General Long! I am the bodyguard of the Holy Maiden! I have important matters to report to our Lord!" the guard said.

Seeing the man’s demeanor and the bloodstains on his yellow armor, the guard realized this was the Holy Maiden’s bodyguard!

The Holy Maiden was none other than Zhang Ning from the Taiping Tao, a woman their Lord personally protected.

Everyone in the army knew of this figure’s existence. Her status was high, and even their Lord had to show her respect.

However, usually, the Holy Maiden Zhang Ning rarely appeared in their sight, only occasionally heard of!

Two guards glanced at each other and then one said calmly, "Wait here for a moment!"

Not long after, Long Chen followed another guard who approached with vigorous steps.

Long Chen thought to himself, "Why would Zhang Ning’s bodyguard come to the camp to find me?"

"Moreover, hearing from the guard that this person still has bloodstains on him, could it be... Zhang Ning is in danger!?"

He had sworn an oath under the Thunder God not to let Zhang Ning fall into a life-threatening situation! Otherwise, he would be in trouble too!

Previously, due to a lingering guilt for killing General Zhang Jiao, Long Chen hadn’t troubled Zhang Ning too much.

He hadn’t even restricted her freedom, allowing her to leave the city anytime.

He wondered if her frequent departures were for leisure or other reasons...