Longevity: Starting with an infant's innate growth potential

Dao Alliance, Star Glory Legion Square.

The entire plaza was crafted from high-grade glazed jade, its surface radiating a faint jade glow.

At this moment, the square was densely packed with thousands of Xuan soldiers.

The armored soldiers standing beside these Xuan soldiers exuded an extraordinary aura, their expressions indifferent, making the vast square utterly silent.

Today is the day Zhou Ling takes office as the head of the Xuan Army Division. Those who can stand in the square are all Xuan Army members at or above the Golden Core realm.

On the high platform stood several figures, the one in the lead being Zhou Ling.

After several days of recuperation, his cultivation has now fully recovered.

He wore a black and gold patterned armor robe, his posture was upright, and his aura was astonishing.

Behind him were three middle-aged men with impressive auras and different expressions.

The first one on the right is a strong and muscular man with sharp eyes; he is Gu Zhantian, the commander of the Breaking Star Camp.

The man in the middle, slightly overweight and with his eyes half-closed, is Qi Heng, the commander of the Xiaolong Battalion.

The man on the left has an ordinary appearance and an indifferent expression; he is Wan Yang, the commander of the Golden Knife Camp.

Behind the three commanders were two tall, stunningly beautiful women: Feng Lan and Zhang Yuhu.

"Gentlemen, today is my first day as the leader of the Golden Radiance Legion. Please feel free to raise any opinions you may have."

Zhou Ling glanced at everyone and said calmly.

Unlike others who, upon taking office, did not first recount the glorious deeds of the Xuanjun Division before explaining their personal intentions.

Instead, they directly asked for everyone's opinions.

He mainly wanted to see if anyone would step forward.

The entire Star Glory Legion has over a hundred disciples of the Purple Cloud Sect, which is a significant hidden danger.

Of course, we need to get rid of them as soon as possible.

As soon as he finished speaking, Zhou Ling glanced at Gu Zhantian, seemingly casually.

Gu Zhantian was at the early stage of the Nascent Soul realm and was a disciple personally taught by Ancestor Liu.

If he dares to step forward, using him to establish authority would be perfect.

With Zhou Ling's current combat strength, coupled with his talent, he has nothing to worry about when dealing with early-stage Nascent Soul cultivators.

Seeing that no one spoke up for a moment, Zhou Lingxuan glanced at the three commanders behind him and said loudly, "Do the three commanders have any objections?"

The three exchanged glances, then replied in perfect unison, "We have no objections."

They were naturally well aware of Zhou Ling's killing of the fifth-tier alien race and Liu Zhengjia's matter.

Even though Zhou Ling currently appears to be only at the early stage of the Nascent Soul realm.

But to become the Grand Commander of the Xuan Army, every single one of them had fought their way through piles of corpses.

They all knew in their hearts that Zhou Ling's strength was not low.

They naturally wouldn't provoke him at this time.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Ling was taken aback, wondering if he had overestimated these three commanders.

It looks rather shabby.

"Alright, since no one has any objections, the affairs of the Star Glory Legion shall be handled in accordance with my instructions from now on."

"If anyone dares to outwardly comply but inwardly defy me, don't blame me for being impolite."

Zhou Ling said calmly.

The voice carried divine sense and had a tremendous deterrent effect.

Everyone present couldn't help but show surprise.

Although Zhou Ling's deeds of killing the fifth-tier Star Sea alien and the Golden-Eyed Spirit Clan had spread throughout the army.

However, it is also known that Zhou Ling mainly possesses such terrifying combat power by relying on the Sunlit Immortal Sword.

However, the oppressive aura it exudes is also extraordinary.

At this moment, Gu Zhantian's lips twitched slightly as he sent a telepathic message to a commander in the battle camp.

"Reporting to Chief Zhou, it is rumored that Chief Zhou has killed a fifth-tier alien race member. Could you demonstrate your strength to us?"

At this moment, a robust middle-aged man wearing black armor and sporting a full beard stepped out from the ranks and bowed to Zhou Ling on the high platform.

He was Ye Hu, the commander of the Breaking Star Camp, a cultivator in the late Nascent Soul stage, and a member of the Purple Cloud Sect.

Seeing that someone had finally taken the lead, Zhou Ling breathed a slight sigh of relief.

If everyone were as sensible as the three presidents, then my attempt to establish my authority today would likely have come to nothing.

He immediately smiled and asked, "May I ask how this commander is addressed?"

“Reporting to Zhou Zhishou, I am Ye Hu, the commander of the Po Xing Camp.”

Ye Hu cupped his hands in response, his tone slightly arrogant.

Although Zhou Ling was the leader, his military achievements were genuine, and he was not afraid of Zhou Ling.

Moreover, with everyone watching, Zhou Ling couldn't very well use the Sunlit Immortal Sword against him if he were to make a move.

"Commander Ye, how do you wish me to demonstrate this?"

Zhou Ling said calmly.

"Reply to Chief, the Xuanjun Division has an unwritten rule: whenever a commander takes office, any soldier in his battle camp who is dissatisfied can challenge him."

Ye Hu said in a deep voice.

"Oh, there's such a rule."

"Commander Ye means he wants to challenge me."

Just as Zhou Ling was dozing off, someone offered her a pillow, and she was genuinely afraid that the other party would back down.

They hastily gave a definitive assessment.

"I heard that Chief Zhou killed a fifth-tier alien, and I am quite curious about it. That is why I would like to ask Chief Zhou for some guidance."

Ye Hu bowed respectfully.

"Easy to say, easy to say!"

Zhou Ling nodded, then glanced at the others and said calmly, "Since these are the rules of the Xuanjun Division, they must naturally be followed. Is there anyone else who intends to challenge me?"

Ye Hu is only at the late Nascent Soul stage, and it seems that Zhou Ling's use of him alone to establish his authority is somewhat insufficient.

Gu Zhantian, whom they most wanted to attack, remained completely unmoved.

Zhou Ling wanted to directly name someone and ask him to take action.

"Chief Zhou, my name is Xiao Yu, and I would also like to ask for your guidance."

"Zhou Zhishou, my name is Xu Yuan. Please give me your guidance."

At this moment, two more commanders stepped forward, both of whom were also in the late stage of the Nascent Soul realm.

Looking at the three commanders, the other soldiers of the Xuan Army Division all turned their gazes to Zhou Ling, wanting to see how he would respond.

With their combined strength, the three of them were more than capable of dealing with a Nascent Soul Peak cultivator.

They all wanted to know just how strong Zhou Ling was in combat.
The position of head of the Xuanjun Division is not one that can be filled casually.

"The three commanders, please calm down."

Zhou Ling waved his hand with a smile, then looked at the others and said with a smile, "This is my first time in the Xuanjun Division, and I am not very familiar with the rules of the Xuanjun Division."

"But since there's this rule for adding to the fun, we should naturally enjoy ourselves to the fullest. Is there anyone else who wants to take on the challenge?"

Upon hearing this, the three commanders were taken aback. Weren't the three of them enough?

The other soldiers of the Xuanjun Division looked surprised. What did this newly appointed leader mean?
This kind of challenge, we want to fight to our hearts' content?
The three commanders, Gu Zhantian, exchanged glances.

Their eyes were filled with doubt, wondering what Zhou Ling was up to.

Seeing that no one else stepped forward, Zhou Ling's gaze swept over the three commanders, Gu Zhantian, and he smiled, "Do any of the three commanders have any plans to test their skills?"

Upon hearing this, the three of them looked surprised, and now they understood.

Zhou Ling's target was the three of them.

I never expected that this young man would be so arrogant.

Having just arrived at the Xuanjun Division, he intends to use the three of them to establish his authority.

"You flatter me, I have no interest in such matters."

Qi Heng cupped his hands in greeting to Zhou Ling.

Wan Yang remained indifferent.

Since Gu Zhantian, a direct descendant of the Zixiao Sect, didn't make a move, they naturally wouldn't be the first to stick their necks out.

Seeing Gu Zhantian's indifferent expression, Zhou Ling said no more.

His gaze swept over the three commanders, and he said with a smile, "If the three commanders wish to challenge me, then come up to the arena."

"However, let me make this clear first: my cultivation is limited. If I lose control and something goes wrong, don't blame me."

"hiss!"

"Is Chief Zhou going to take on three opponents at once?"

"How arrogant!"

"If it weren't for the Sunlit Immortal Sword, how could he be a match for the three commanders?"

Upon hearing Zhou Ling's words, the Xuanjia soldiers present couldn't help but whisper among themselves. They hadn't expected that Zhou Ling, who had just entered the Nascent Soul realm, would be fighting against three late-stage Nascent Soul commanders all by himself.

Are you worried about the three commanders getting hurt?

"Don't worry, Chief. The Xuanjun Division has its own fighting spirit. Since they want to take on the challenge, they naturally don't care about casualties."

"If something really goes wrong, then it's all up to fate."

Ye Hu's gaze shifted, and he spoke in a deep voice.

Gu Zhantian sent him a telepathic message, instructing him to challenge Zhou Ling.

He certainly wouldn't miss such an opportunity.

If I can injure or embarrass Zhou Ling this time, I will have done a great service.

Although Zhou Ling is the leader, he has no foundation in the Xuanjun Division, so he won't act so easily.

"it is good!"

Zhou Ling nodded, and with a swift movement, flew towards the competition platform.

The other three followed.

The arena was right in the square, only a few dozen feet away.

"Chief Zhou, do you mean the three of us should join forces?"

Ye Hu cupped his hands in greeting to Zhou Ling and asked.

He naturally couldn't be happier with such a thing.

After all, if the three of them attacked at the same time and actually killed Zhou Ling, then they couldn't be blamed.

"Just make your move, no need for so much nonsense."

Zhou Ling said indifferently.

Since these three dared to step forward, they shouldn't blame me for being ruthless.

Without taking strong measures, the desired effect of establishing authority cannot be achieved.

"Then let's see what the leader has up his sleeve."

As soon as Ye Hu finished speaking, his magical power surged, and lightning crackled around him.

A gigantic purple lightning dharma image, several meters in size, materialized behind him, its rolling lightning pressure extremely astonishing.

Upon seeing this, the other two also unleashed their magical power.

Each of them manifested a Dharma form, one of which was a blazing fire dragon.

One is the Blood Sword.

They all reached eight or nine zhang (approximately 33-60 meters).

Such strength is absolutely top-tier even among those in the late Nascent Soul stage.

Looking at the three Dharma images, Zhou Ling remained calm.

"Chief Zhou, why aren't you making a move?"

"Without the aid of the Sunlit Immortal Sword, how could he possibly withstand the attacks of three Dharma Aspects?"

"That's right, any Dharma form can defeat it."

"This is my first day in office, I mustn't cause any deaths."

"If that's all the strength you have, you should have died long ago. Why come to our Xuanjun Division to embarrass yourself?"

Within the Xuanjun Division, many people were sarcastic and cynical.

In their view, without using the Sunlit Immortal Sword, Zhou Ling was no match for any of Ye Hu's three companions.

"Commander Gu, if someone dies, things will get complicated!"

Wan Yang spoke up to Gu Zhantian.

After all, those three commanders were all from the Breaking Star Camp.

With his cultivation level, he could naturally tell that all three commanders were preparing to launch a full-scale attack.

Otherwise, why would it need to condense such a powerful Dharma form as soon as it makes a move?

If they really killed Zhou Ling, they wouldn't be able to explain themselves.

Of course, unless Zhou Ling uses the Sunlit Immortal Sword.

"This kind of challenge from Commander Wan is beyond my control."

"Moreover, Zhou Zhiyao will be facing three people at the same time."

Gu Zhantian said calmly.

He wouldn't miss the chance to deal with Zhou Ling if he had the opportunity.

Given the current situation, it all depends on whether Zhou Ling uses the Sunlit Immortal Sword.

Using the Sunlit Immortal Sword would cast doubt on his own strength, making it impossible for him to establish true prestige.

If he doesn't use it, then we'll see how he manages to block the attacks of the three people's Dharma forms.

The other two didn't say anything more upon hearing this.

After all, they were on good terms with the Liu family and did not want to see Zhou Ling become the leader of the Star Glory Legion.

In contrast, Feng Lan and the others remained calm.

Although these three were quite strong, they were still somewhat inferior to Qin Yi and Wu Daoyuan.

Given Zhou Ling's strength, he must have a way to deal with it.

There's absolutely nothing to worry about.

at the same time.

"Boom!"

The three Dharma forms bombarded Zhou Ling from all directions.

Knowing that Zhou Ling possessed a powerful weapon like the Sunlit Immortal Sword, and having been through many battles, they also understood the importance of catching the enemy off guard.

We absolutely cannot allow Zhou Ling to successfully activate the Sunfire Immortal Sword using the Spirit Flame.

Otherwise, they would be no match for them at all.

"Humph!"

Seeing the three incoming Dharma attacks, Zhou Ling snorted coldly.

The divine soul dharma form condensed and instantly launched a divine soul attack.

Three golden rays of light arrived first, condensing into a golden sword of divine souls within the three people's sea of ​​consciousness, and then crashed down.

The reason he didn't rush to make a move was to observe the strength of the three attackers.
While it's necessary to establish authority, it's also important to maintain a balance.

To avoid giving others a pretext for criticism.

However, judging from their current stance, all three of them are after my life.

Then there's nothing left to hold back.

"Soul Dharma Body attack, not good!"

Feeling a sharp pain in his sea of ​​consciousness, Ye Hu roared.

The divine soul dharma form attack was able to ignore their dharma form attacks and directly penetrate their sea of ​​consciousness.

Then there's only one possibility: the attack power of this divine soul avatar is greater than that of their avatars.

He dared not be careless in the slightest, and gathered his divine soul secret technique, sending a soul sword to meet the golden sword.

The other two also focused their attention, each concentrating their spiritual attacks to block the golden sword's spiritual avatar.

"what!"

But the next moment, Ye Hu's expression changed drastically, and he let out a scream.

He collapsed to the ground, violently clutching his head and rolling around.

His expression was miserable and extremely disheveled; all traces of his previous imposing demeanor had vanished.

The other two soon followed suit, screaming and rolling around in pain as they clutched their heads.

The three attacks from the Dharma forms collapsed and dissipated before they even got close to Zhou Ling.

"Divine Soul Dharma Body Attack!"

"The three commanders couldn't even withstand a single attack."

"Zhou Zhishou's combat power is simply too terrifying."

"No wonder he was able to kill a fifth-tier Golden-Eyed Spirit Clan member. Without a powerful divine soul cultivation, it would be impossible to do so."

The soldiers of the Xuanjun Division were all utterly shocked by what they saw.

No one expected that Zhou Ling's spiritual cultivation would be so terrifying.

Gu Zhantian and the other two were even more surprised, for even their Nascent Soul stage souls could not achieve such power.

"But who else dares to challenge me?"

Zhou Ling glanced at the three commanders and said indifferently.

Ye Hu and the other two had their souls destroyed, and their meridians were directly broken by him, so they would be completely useless from now on.

If it weren't for concerns about the consequences, Zhou Ling would have wiped them out outright. (End of Chapter)