The situation in the Sea Demon Realm was initially stabilized.
After this battle, the united demon forces were defeated, allowing Dawu to firmly establish its footing within the Sea Demon Realm, now capable of implementing its plans.
At the same time, this battle demonstrated Dawu''s strength to both the Sea Demon Realm and the Chenchu Realm.
With Blood Shadow City positioning itself here, it served as a firm pillar, preventing the large-scale infiltration of the Sea Demon armies into Dawu''s territory.
The demons naturally wanted to remove this pillar.
However, their strength was insufficient compared to their intentions.
Given Dawu''s military strength, it could not be defeated by one or two allied nations; only an alliance of all ten nations and seven clans of the Sea Demon Realm, plus numerous other small and large forces, might guarantee victory in a battle against Dawu.
But they also understood that if they were to formally declare war on a major empire, the losses would be immense and would be unacceptable, as they were not a united force in the first place.
While Blood Shadow City stood here, most of its elite troops remained to defend, and the newly recruited soldiers were led by the strong to fight against the demon cultivators.
"Ding! The current side quest has been released: Conquer the Sea Demon Realm."
At this time, Chu Yuan received another side mission, to conquer the Sea Demon Realm.
"Conquer the Sea Demon Realm."
Chu Yuan mused, "This is also one of my plans. By way of training soldiers, we can gradually occupy the Sea Demon Realm. But for now, the main focus is on recruiting and training soldiers."
Although this was cast as training, Chu Yuan was also absorbing the strong.
The Demon God Army recruitment process, accompanied by an announcement of the generous benefits offered by Dawu, was underway to select qualified soldiers to join the Demon God Army.
The Demon God Army consisted of demon cultivators, but Chu Yuan was not concerned about them causing trouble.
No matter how undisciplined these demon cultivators had been previously, as long as they joined his army, they would have to abide by Dawu''s rules or face military punishment.
Ning Xiuchen was serving as the commander of the Demon God Army.
With his Demon God strength, he would not fear failing to suppress these unruly demon cultivators.
The number of demon cultivators in the Sea Demon Realm was considerable and, upon learning that Dawu was recruiting, word of several generous benefits quickly drew a large influx of people rushing to join.
Whether one cultivated the demon or divine path, the resources Dawu provided and their strength naturally attracted people.
The Demon God Army was fierce, and if used properly, it could serve as a powerful weapon.
Upon learning that Chu Yuan was not only using the Sea Demon Realm for training but also taking in powerful warriors from it, other nations and clans were deeply troubled, but could do nothing but watch as scores of powerful forces joined the ranks of Dawu''s army.
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This large amount of True God Law provided them a greater chance for breakthrough into the True God Realm!
"You nine, halt your current work and focus on retreating for breakthrough to True God. The resources I will prioritise for your supply. Other work will be assigned to others, you will receive the much-needed manpower."
Chu Yuan needed the nine Grand Elders to break through to True God, to create more powerful stone statue soldiers.
He left the Puppet Department and walked around the Artifact Refining Sanctuary.
The Artifact Refining Sanctuary was bustling, with areas dedicated to refining artifacts and others for learning and communication.
Recently, a significant number of refining masters, even those at the True God level, had pledged loyalty to Dawu.
Initially, these True Gods were attracted by the benefits, but when they arrived at Dawu and were casually shown a few pages of the Artifact Refining Technique, they were all stunned, instantly drawn in. They had never imagined that Dawu would possess such valuable knowledge.
The Artifact Refining Technique, a culmination of knowledge and experience of many God-level Artifact Refining Masters, was, in the eyes of refining masters, an immeasurable treasure.
This was Chu Yuan''s primary objective in establishing the Artifact Refining Sanctuary.
He didn''t coerce them; he just laid these advantages in front of them, drawing people on their own initiative. If they wanted to gain these advantages, they needed to work for Chu Yuan, diligently contributing.
With more refining masters, Dawu could establish a sanctuary attracting refining masters from other realms.
With more talents, Chu Yuan could select the best, creating a formidable vortex effect.
Though the Artifact Refining Sanctuary had only just opened on a small scale, numerous out-of-work refining masters from the Chenchu realm had already arrived.
"Very good."
Chu Yuan was satisfied with the development of the Artifact Refining Sanctuary.
In the future, this would become a holy ground for artifact refiners to exchange ideas.
Afterward, he visited Dawu Academy.
Located in the Imperial City, the academy gathered the most talented individuals across the six realms. As long as one exhibited remarkable talent, they would be sent directly to the Imperial City.
Upon arrival at the academy, Chu Yuan saw numerous young boys and girls under the guidance of instructors practicing martial arts in the small classes of the Academy for Young Students.
A strong youth signifies a strong Dawu.
These genius talents, cultivated from a young age, would in the future be the most devoted and loyal group to Dawu. In their spirits, Chu Yuan felt a powerful faith towards Dawu.
The spirit of these youths was intense. The faith they embodied was pure, like a diamond, clear and sparkling.
They would become the finest soldiers of Dawu in the future!