However, each soldier was full of spirit, with steady breathing and no signs of instability. Chen Jing observed them carefully and realized that every single one had broken through to at least a First-tier Martial Warrior. The few assistant lieutenants, in particular, had reached the peak of the First-tier Martial Warrior stage and were ready to advance to the Second-tier at any moment. Compared to the soldiers who had remained in the Prince's Mansion, these men exuded a faint aura of bloodlust. Although this aura seemed disproportionate to their currently low cultivation levels, it still far exceeded Hua Tianxiong's expectations. Given time, this force would undoubtedly become the backbone of Hua Tianxiong's power as he roamed the world.
Upon seeing Hua Tianxiong arrive, the soldiers knelt simultaneously, their voices roaring like thunder as they shouted in unison, "Greetings, Prince of Shicheng! We thank Your Highness for your cultivation!" The sound instantly filled the entire Prince's Mansion. It was fortunate that many merchants in Tieshi City had already seen them returning; otherwise, they might have thought something terrible had happened at the mansion.
"Rise. Since everyone has returned safely, let us see which squad has claimed victory. Display your spoils!" Hua Tianxiong commanded.
Chapter 68