Chapter 1509
Sweeping Away the Insect Race, the White Feather Clan Descends
Chapter 1509 Sweeping Away the Insect Race, the White Feather Clan Descends
After Liu Changxu led the human army to wipe out the insect swarm at the second insectoid gathering place, they discovered a large spirit gold vein deep in the underground insect nest.
Thus, the 80 million-strong human army immediately transformed into miners and began mining operations. Due to their sheer number and the fact that each of them possessed supernatural abilities, the entire spirit gold vein was completely mined out in just three days.
Next, Liu Changxu led the human expeditionary force away from this place and headed to the next Zerg gathering place.
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On the fifth day of the third month of the 2385th year of the Great Han Dynasty, the Ruyi Sky-Patrolling Ship, carrying Liu Changxu and 30 million Great Han Dynasty expeditionary troops, slowly appeared in the sky above the vast Jinshi Square of Jiuhua Mountain.
As a dazzling display of light erupted, over 30 million soldiers of the Expeditionary Force instantly appeared on the square. A burst of enthusiastic cheers erupted from the crowds who had come to greet them.
After releasing the expeditionary force soldiers, Liu Changxu stored the Ruyi Sky Patrol Ship in his dantian. He then appeared on the high platform in the square with Murong Yuyao, Xiao Zier, and others to receive cheers from the crowd.
Fifty years have passed. He led the human expeditionary force across most of the planet Taibai, clearing out hundreds of insectoid settlements of all sizes, killing more than nine hundred ninth-tier insect emperors, and countless low-tier insectoids. The high-tier spiritual items he harvested were astronomical.
Around Jiuhua Mountain Square, a dense crowd stretched from the foot of the mountain all the way to the mountainside. Members of the Liu family wore uniform clan attire, while the people of the Immortal Dynasty held flowers, and everyone's face was filled with undisguised anticipation and excitement.
When Liu Changxu appeared on the platform, there was a brief silence, followed by a deafening roar.
"Welcome back in triumph, Your Majesty!"
"Welcome back, Your Majesty!"
The voices of millions converged into a torrent, echoing through the mountains and lingering for a long time. Among the crowd, there were white-haired elders bowing tremblingly, children being lifted high above their parents' heads, waving their little hands and cheering, and the people he had saved from the insectoids years ago, now with tears streaming down their faces.
Standing on the edge of the high platform, Liu Changxu looked down at the bustling crowd below, and all the hardship and fatigue of fifty years of fighting vanished.
He slowly raised his hand and made a pressing motion. The square instantly fell silent, and countless eyes turned to him.
"I'm back." His voice wasn't loud, but it carried clearly to every corner of the square.
"The Zerg have been wiped out, everyone... can live in peace now."
As soon as he finished speaking, an even more enthusiastic cheer erupted in the square. Liu Changxu watched all this, a faint but genuine smile appearing on his lips. These fifty years had been worthwhile.
Immediately afterwards, a massive victory celebration banquet unfolded in the square. Tens of millions of people sat together, raising their glasses in celebration. The unprecedentedly lively scene was something even Liu Changxu, who was used to grand occasions, had never witnessed before.
To share the joy with the people, Liu Changxu, along with his wife and children, dined with everyone in the square, making the banquet atmosphere even more lively.
After the victory banquet, it was time to reward the soldiers of the expeditionary force who had participated in the war for their merits.
The next morning, the council hall of Jiuhua Mountain was filled with spiritual energy and the fragrance of sandalwood. Liu Changxu sat upright in the main seat of the hall, with thick jade slips of merit spread out on the jade table in front of him. Murong Yuyao, Xiao Zier and other women sat on either side, their expressions solemn.
"After fifty years of expeditions, our soldiers have shed blood and sacrificed their lives. Now, when it comes to rewarding meritorious service, we must be fair and meticulous, and there must be no mistakes or omissions."
Liu Changxu lightly tapped the jade table with his fingertips, his gaze sweeping over everyone, and said:
"Next, you all need to review the combat achievements of all the soldiers who participated in the battle and finalize the reward details, so that every soldier who participated in the battle can receive the reward he deserves."
So, inside the council hall, everyone discussed in detail the process of distributing rewards, the details of reviewing merits, and additional rewards for special battle achievements. They talked from dawn till dusk, and finally finalized all the details.
At the end of the meeting, Liu Changxu said firmly:
"Now, let's proceed according to the agreement reached today. Within thirty days, all rewards must be distributed. Let the soldiers know that their blood and sweat have not been shed in vain. At the same time, the compensation for the fallen soldiers must also be properly handled!" Everyone agreed in unison, and then they all took their leave.
In the days that followed, Mount Jiuhua was bustling with activity. Batch after batch of expeditionary soldiers received their awards and honors and left Mount Jiuhua one after another.
This busy period lasted for a month before the distribution of merit awards was finally completed.
Freed from worldly affairs, Liu Changxu finally had time to spend with his wives, making up for the decades they had been separated.
So, in the days that followed, he spent his days either at home chatting and drinking tea with his wives, or traveling together to enjoy the scenery and the beautiful views along the way. He lived a very carefree life.
However, things rarely go as planned. Just when Liu Changxu thought that Taibai Star would enjoy a long period of peace after the extermination of the insectoid race, a new disaster struck Taibai Star once again.
On this morning, Peach Blossom Peak on Golden Ring Island was bathed in warmth. Incense wafted through the main hall, and outside the carved windows, the mountains were ablaze with peach blossoms. Liu Changxu was sitting around a jade table with Duan Yuwei, Murong Yuyao, Wu Xuege, Dongxue, Xiao Zier, and other women, slowly savoring freshly brewed peach blossom tea.
The melodious strains of the zither filled the hall as Yang Yuxuan and Su Yue'e, dressed in colorful robes, danced gracefully like two butterflies flitting among flowers. Their flowing sleeves billowed in the breeze, their skirts swirled as if petals were falling, their movements sometimes as light as willow catkins in the wind, sometimes as lively as fireflies playing in the dew, making the springtime atmosphere in the hall even more vibrant.
Wu Xuege watched with great interest, clapped her hands and laughed:
"Yuxuan and Yue'e's dancing skills have become more and more refined. Every move they make is full of grace. It makes me itch to learn a few moves from them."
Murong Yuyao picked up the teacup, took a small sip, and a smile appeared in her eyes:
"Since Sister Wu is in such high spirits, why don't we wait until they've finished dancing, and then we sisters can join in the fun and dance together?"
Liu Changxu was engrossed in reading when he heard this and immediately laughed loudly:
"Great! This is a feast for the eyes! After Yuxuan and Yue'e have rested, please come on stage and let us see your talents."
Xiao Zier teased from the side:
"I bet Sister Wu and Sister Murong's dance moves must be exceptionally beautiful."
Hearing the laughter and chatter of the crowd, Yang Yuxuan and Su Yue'e maintained their dance steps, but their faces flushed red. When the song ended and they curtsied, they couldn't help but wink playfully at Wu Xuege and Murong Yuyao.
Wu Xuege stood up, stretched her wrists, and smiled:
"Since my husband and sisters all want to see it, then I will make a fool of myself. Sister Yuyao, shall we begin?"
Murong Yuyao also stood up, straightened her sleeves, and said:
"Okay, sister."
Liu Changxu smiled and raised his glass, saying:
"It is the greatest blessing in my life to have all of you as my beloved concubines by my side. I will first offer you a toast and await your beautiful dance."
The atmosphere inside the hall grew increasingly joyful, and melodious music rang out once more. Wu Xuege and Murong Yuyao entered the hall hand in hand, and a graceful dance began.
However, before the dance could begin, his son, Liu Fuba, rushed over, looking anxious, and said:
"Your Majesty, the Heavenly Pool Holy Land has sent an urgent request for assistance. A large army of the White Feather Clan has suddenly descended upon the Heavenly Pool Holy Land, and the situation is extremely critical!"