Full-time Creation Master

Mo Fan leaped up like a swallow, nimbly landing beside the broad-shouldered Red Hare Firescale Horse Clan Chief.

His movements were so practiced, as if he had done them a thousand times, without the slightest hint of unfamiliarity.

Mo Fan: ........I used your son for practice!

A slight smile played on his lips as he slowly reached out and gently touched the clan leader's thick, firm thigh.

The heavily armored knuckles of his fingertips gently brushed across the intricate patterns of the fire scales, patiently tending to the slightly disheveled crimson scales, rubbed raw by the fury.

The fire scales felt as hard as black iron, yet possessed a somewhat smooth texture.

Where your fingertips touch, you can still feel a faint warmth, the innate fire power of the Firescale Horse clan, restrained and unassuming.

That's why it's said that Mo Fan, the veterans of the Northern Military Region who have seen countless battles, and those ancestors who have seen through the rise and fall of the mainland all have an astonishingly sharp eye for people and things!

The Firescale Horse clan is born with an overwhelming advantage.

Even the lowest-ranking servant-level Firescale Horse in its pack easily exceeds two meters in shoulder height.

His body was lithe and upright, his mane like flames.

With strong and powerful limbs, he exuded a fierce and courageous aura.

Their speed is unparalleled among demons; when running at full speed, their top speed can reach 800 km/h.

His body moved like an arrow released from a bow.

As it swept across the grassland, even the sound of the wind was left far behind; it was so fast that no one had time to react.

Even during long-distance runs, without the need for deliberate rest, the normal speed can be steadily maintained at 300 km/h.

With endurance far exceeding that of any other race in the northern frontier, this demon is hailed as the "King of the Grasslands."

Even so, it is still just an ordinary Firescale Horse with impure bloodline, mediocre talent, and relatively low level!

Those Red Hare Firescale Horses with extremely high bloodline concentration and steadily rising levels are synonymous with "divine speed" throughout the entire Kyushu continent.

They are recognized by all races as the fastest demon race.

A humorous yet true joke has been circulating on the continent of Kyushu: among the demon races at the warrior and commander levels, half of the Feathered Clan, even when flying at full speed with their wings spread, cannot outrun the Firescale Horse Clan when they are running at full speed!

Hehehe!

This may sound absurd, but it is a fact etched in the minds of all races on the continent, and no one dares to refute it!

Of course, besides the Firescale Horses, there are other powerful horse-like demon races on the Nine Provinces continent, such as the Liangzhou Horses and the Bingzhou Wolf Horses.

Each has their own expertise.

Besides its innate speed,

What the ancestors of humankind valued and treasured most about horse demons was their unique talent of "human-horse unity"!

Perhaps this is nature's ingenious selection and gift.

For humans who cultivate normally, no matter how advanced their cultivation level is,

From a novice mage to a super mage, and finally standing at the pinnacle of magic, becoming a forbidden spell mage who commands respect in all directions...

The body shape will not change much.

Even if a very small number of people pursue ultimate physical strength,

They spared no expense in expending massive amounts of magic power, risking magical chaos and physical damage.

He used domineering poison magic and mysterious insect magic to forcibly cleanse and strengthen his physical body, attempting to break through his physiological limits.

Its body size will not change significantly.

Their height and body proportions have always maintained the inherent form of humans, which is one of the key prerequisites for humans to achieve "human-horse unity" with the horse demon.

The same applies to horse-like demons; unlike most demons...

Each time they advance to the next level, their size increases dramatically, several times, or even dozens of times.

It transformed from a lithe, agile creature into a colossal behemoth, losing the possibility of cooperating with humans.

Similarly, the horse demons, who are chosen as mounts by humans, are the vast majority of horse demons on the continent of Kyushu (and some horse demons whose size changes significantly), just like humans, do not experience a dramatic increase in size when they advance.

Take the Firescale Horse for example. Although the Commander-level Firescale Horse is stronger and taller than the Warrior-level Firescale Horse,

The muscle definition makes him look even more fierce.

However, it is still within the normal range that humans can manage.

Just like the Red Hare Firescale Horse Clan Elder Father before us,

As a monarch-level powerhouse, he would consciously restrain his power and control his body under normal circumstances, and his height was only a little over three meters.

It was exactly one head taller than the other ordinary fire-scaled horses in the herd.

It subtly displays the supreme authority of a monarch without appearing too abrupt.

Of course, if it comes down to a life-or-death struggle, where one has to risk their life,

The monarch-level Red Hare Fire Scale Horse Clan Chief can completely unleash all physical limitations and fully unleash his monarch-level combat power.

At that time, his body will grow wildly.

Its entire body was engulfed in fiery scales, which burst into raging flames.

A single, heavy stomp of a hoof can easily flatten a small hill.

Its overwhelming power was enough to intimidate all low-level demons!

Therefore, anyone who is reasonable and understands the situation can see at a glance how "compatible" and complementary humans and horse demons are!

And it is precisely because of this that, on this continent of Kyushu,

Human dynasties rise and fall, their fortunes alternating.

The demon empire is also frequently plagued by power shifts, constant conflicts, and endless wars.

However, terms like "Horse Demon Empire," "human cavalry," and "heavy cavalry" have never disappeared from the history of the continent.

It is always present throughout, becoming an irreplaceable element.

This is one of the reasons why Mo Fan was able to easily take away the Little Red Hare Firescale Horse without the tribe fiercely resisting.

You know, that mischievous little Red Hare Firescale Horse,

This is no ordinary cub, but the most outstanding great-great-great-grandson of the current Red Hare Fire Scale Horse Emperor.

With an extremely noble status, it is a precious treasure that the tribe cherishes!

This is also why, in the past two years, the Northern Military Region of the Dragon Kingdom was able to advance so rapidly and easily expand its territory by three thousand miles.

And the core reason why they quickly assembled 30,000 Northern Frontier Wolf Riders to intimidate all the tribes in the Northern Frontier!

This was even more significant than before, when the Great Xia Dynasty directly opened "horse market recruitment" among various horse demon tribes in the northern frontier.

The fundamental reason why the various monarch-level and emperor-level horse demons turn a blind eye and do not stop the blatant deception of young, ambitious, adventurous, and eager-to-prove-themselves-and-other-obvious-motor-demons!

Nothing more!

The Demon Empire and the Human Empire—if this human empire can exist stably and reach its peak,

The two are almost inseparable complex independent entities.

Humans need the speed and strength of the horse demons to build a cavalry.

The horde needs human protection and resources to reproduce and thrive; they are mutually dependent.

They have achieved success together; this bond has long been etched into their very being.

Now, on the continent of Kyushu, a human empire called "Great Xia" has once again risen.

It is magnificent and thriving.

As the nation's power grew stronger day by day, it became a deterrent to all ethnic groups around it.

The high-ranking officials of the Ma Yao Empire, who were also well-versed in books and knowledgeable about the rise and fall of the continent's history,

The fact that they were "recaptured" and "incorporated" by the Great Xia was something they had been mentally prepared for, and it was not entirely unexpected.

Without him,

It's impossible to stop!

There was nothing they could do to stop it!

According to ancient records

Throughout history, any human empire in its ascendant or peak period...

A nation with strong power has many powerful individuals.

The Ma Demon Empire was simply no match for it; any resistance would be futile and would only increase casualties.

Moreover, the Great Xia's absorption of the Horse Demon Empire was merely a replay of history on this continent of Kyushu.

I'm used to it.

There's no need to resist it excessively.

The Red Hare Firescale Horse Empire can patiently wait, bide its time, and accumulate strength.

After the Great Xia Dynasty reached its peak and gradually declined,

Then slowly sever ties and regain independence.

To restore the ethnic group's former glory and status.

Mo Fan's hands, which were tending to the fire scales, suddenly paused, and the smile on his face faded slightly.

His tone suddenly became mysterious, and he leaned down slightly, getting close to the clan leader's ear.

He lowered his voice and said, "Furthermore,"

My elder brother is none other than His Majesty Chu Ming of the Great Xia Dynasty!

He wore a sly expression that said, "Let me tell you a secret, your family has definitely struck it rich."

He was full of confidence, with a hint of barely perceptible smugness.

"He has only recently ascended the throne and does not yet have a proper mount."

If your supreme great-great-grandfather—Red Hare Fire-Scaled Horse Emperor—were to go there voluntarily...

With no competition, it's a sure thing.

"To become His Majesty's only mount!"

"But if we wait any longer, until Great Xia has fully established itself and all the various forces are vying to curry favor with it..."

Perhaps another demon empire will get there first.

"Then you won't have such a good opportunity!"

At this point, Mo Fan no longer held back.

To put it bluntly, a major piece of news was revealed—the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the General Staff of the Great Xia Dynasty jointly issued a special application.

The execution was personally spearheaded by the Hall of Offerings, a gathering place for masters of forbidden spells.

A resolution specifically targeting the Demon Empire.

The resolution has a very heartwarming name: "Welcome Home, Wanderers."

Specifically targeting the Red Hare Firescale Horse Empire, Bingzhou Wolf Rider Empire, Golden Horse Empire, Great Liang Horse Empire, Liang Horse Empire (the two must be distinguished and not confused), Cloud-Stepping Horse Empire, and other powerful horse demon empires in the northern frontier.

Mo Fan chuckled, his tone brimming with undeniable confidence: "Think about it carefully."

The Great Xia Dynasty had Qin Ye, a master of five forbidden spells, in charge of its affairs.

It possesses the Nine Cauldrons Forbidden Spell, the Taoist and Buddhist sects, and... its strength is unfathomable.

In addition, the number of forbidden spellcasters from all three schools serving the imperial court has exceeded double digits.

With so many top experts gathered, how could we not handle your horse demon empire?

He paused, then slowly added, "Actually, even earlier, the Great Xia had already begun discussing the incorporation of some of the weaker horse demon tribes, and had already laid out everything."

"The horse demon clan, whose emperor-level experts have gone out to train and whose fates are unknown, leaving only monarch-level experts to barely maintain appearances, is the first group we should discuss with, and the one with whom we can most easily reach a consensus."

"Some horse demon tribes that depend on other demon emperors, are weak in their own strength, and cannot survive independently were also among the first to come into contact with them."

Let's talk things out slowly, work things out gradually, and proceed step by step.

And those independent, reasonably powerful, and well-established horse demon tribes were not spared either!

"Of course, my wise Emperor Xia..."

They had long anticipated that these horse demon tribes wanted to revive their historical glory and yearn for the rise of powerful figures.

They were offered a condition they couldn't refuse—a chance and resources sufficient to allow a promising member of their clan to break through to the Emperor level!

Imperial level, bringing glory to one's ancestors!! 1

A bright future is just around the corner, within reach!

For the horse demons of this continent, submitting to humans was not a shameful thing at all.

Instead, he "returned to his family business".

It is a destiny etched in our blood, the best choice for mutual success!

It was precisely because of this that His Majesty Chu Ming had enough confidence to loudly proclaim the ambitious slogan of expanding the army by three million in front of all the civil and military officials during the grand council in the Golden Palace!

It should be understood that the number and quality of the horse demons bred solely by the horse farms within the Great Xia Dynasty are limited.

It is simply impossible to provide His Majesty Chu Ming with the three million warrior-level horse demon mounts he desires. Only by incorporating the various horse demon empires can this grand goal be achieved.

"snort--"

After hearing Mo Fan's words, the Red Hare Fire Scale Horse Chieftain was so angry that every single hair on his crimson mane stood on end.

Two sharp, sword-like spurts of white air shot out from his nostrils, his chest heaving violently, almost causing his lungs to explode!

To let his supreme, awe-inspiring great-great-grandfather,

To serve as a mount for a human emperor, to be driven by him.

In his view,

This is an utter disgrace, a desecration of the entire Red Hare Firescale Horse clan.

Is this something to brag about?

Huh?

Wait, something seems off?

What Mo Fan said seemed to make some sense, but it also seemed to hide something fishy.

He frowned, his mind a jumble of thoughts. The raging anger he had felt moments before was suddenly dampened by a strange doubt, and a sense of hesitation arose in his heart.

Forget it, I don't want to think about it anymore.

The more I think about it, the more confused and upset I get!

Chief Red Hare Firescale Horse shook his head vigorously, forcefully shaking off his chaotic thoughts.

His gaze remained cold and unfriendly as he stared intently at Mo Fan, who was still talking eloquently and confidently.

He grunted, his tone cold and helpless, leaving no room for negotiation: "I can't make that decision. Come with me!"

Having said that, he looked up.

His majestic gaze swept over the imposing ranks of 100,000 Knights of Light in the distance.

The soldiers were clad in heavy armor, exuding an imposing and intimidating aura.

He glanced again at the large banner standing in the center of the camp, radiating an extremely terrifying energy pressure.

Beneath the great banner, the faint aura of several familiar monarch-level kin could still be heard.

Clearly, some members of the tribe have already sided with the Great Xia.

The clan chief knew perfectly well that...

He had no choice but to accept what was happening today.

Resistance would be futile and would only lead to the extinction of the tribe, resulting in more harm than good.

He snorted softly.

He shook his head, forcibly suppressing the remaining anger and resentment in his heart.

I stopped venting and stopped talking nonsense.

Then he spoke calmly, his tone cold and leaving no room for argument.

He ordered Mo Fan, "Have your soldiers stay where they are and do not follow us forward."

"You're the only one who followed!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a blazing crimson light instantly emanated from the chieftain's four hooves.

Like a burning flame, I tread steadily on the green grass, each step sending up tiny sparks.

With a swift movement, he was like a dazzling streak of crimson light.

Carrying a faint aura of flame, it sped off towards the northwest of the grassland.

It moved at an astonishing speed, leaving only a faint red afterimage on the grass, which vanished in an instant.

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