Urban Divine Doctor Descends the Mountain

Chapter 2509: Chapter 2508: War Department Rankings

The night fell low, and on the vast open ground of the War Department base, bonfires blazed brightly, illuminating each excited and energetic face.

Amidst the dancing flames, the joyful laughter and aroma of roasted meat intertwined into a warm and magnificent picture.

For all the soldiers present tonight, it was a night worth remembering.

Because today, they witnessed Lin Zhan, a three-hundred-year contemporary myth of the Martial Arts World, and a mythical figure of ten thousand years!

Moreover, they were about to have the honor of tasting the flesh and blood of legendary beasts—Cangmu Handi Bear and Earth Spirit Beast, enough glory and power to elevate their cultivation levels to new heights.

”Come, for the honor of Dragon Country’s War Department, for a stronger future of Dragon Country’s War Department, cheers!” Hei Long, the powerful War God, raised his wine glass, his voice resonant, instantly igniting the enthusiasm of the entire scene.

The soldiers responded one after another, as the clinking of glasses and exchanges of drinks carried a boundless boldness.

Everyone raised their glasses, with laughter and joy, the atmosphere was unbelievably merry.

Beside the bonfire, on several specially made large iron racks, the golden and oily roasted Cangmu Handi Bear meat and the faintly glowing Earth Spirit Beast flesh emitted an irresistible aroma.

The meat of these demon beasts was exceptionally tough, but under Lin Dong’s meticulous cooking with the Glazed Verdant Fire, it turned soft and juicy, infused with the peculiar energy of the flames, making each bite an ultimate nourishment for the body.

The two demon beasts were exceedingly large, each weighing several thousand jin.

Now roasted, it was distributed to the table of each warrior.

Each warrior received at least one jin of demon beast meat.

The relatively weaker ones, like the Martial Artis Masters, received the bear meat from Cangmu Handi Bear. Their strength was too weak to use the Demon Emperor-level Earth Spirit Beast flesh, as it might lead to indigestion.

To them, it would not only be of no benefit, but rather detrimental.

As for the Half-Step Earth Realm martial artists and Earth Realm martial artists, they received the demon beast meat from the Earth Spirit Beast.

Each Half-Step Earth Realm martial artist received one jin. Earth Realm martial artists received three jin!

In addition, the quantity of this demon beast flesh was specially arranged for those about to break through realms.

For example, the Peak Stage Masters, about to step into the ranks of Half-Step Earth Realm martial artists, they received more demon beast meat.

Also, those peak Half-Step Earth Realm martial artists received the same consideration.

Everyone drank wine and ate meat heartily.

”Wow, the meat of this Cangmu Handi Bear simply melts in the mouth, and the power seems to directly pour into my limbs!” a Martial artist with grandmaster strength exclaimed while eating, eyes shining with excitement.

Originally at the peak stage of the master realm, at the moment, he only felt the true qi surging within, immediately breaking through realms, stepping into the ranks of Half-Step Earth Realm martial artists.

On the other side, several Half-Step Earth Realm powerhouses tasted the Earth Spirit Beast’s flesh and their faces flushed, their breath growing deeper and stronger.

Among them, two closed their eyes and concentrated, their bodies were faintly surrounded by converging Heaven and Earth Essence. Moments later, they suddenly opened their eyes, gleaming with brilliance, indicating a subtle breakthrough.

”This Earth Spirit Beast’s flesh is truly extraordinary! It not only contains the strong power of Demon Emperor bloodline but, under the catalysis of Glazed Verdant Fire, takes this power to the extreme.”

Seeing those two peak Half-Step Earth Realm martial artists showing signs of breakthrough after consuming the Earth Spirit Beast’s flesh, even Dugu Tian couldn’t help but be filled with emotion.

He knew well the mystery within.

This effect, besides the precious nature of the Earth Spirit Beast’s flesh itself, had a larger reason—it was roasted by the Glazed Verdant Fire.

The miraculous efficacy of the Glazed Verdant Fire made even him take notice.

”The Glazed Verdant Fire is truly a treasure in the world. Without this divine fire’s assistance, how could we so easily absorb the essence within this demon beast flesh?” Hei Long, the War God, sighed. He also consumed two jin of Earth Spirit Beast flesh and even he felt his strength had increased significantly.

He had eaten some Demon Emperor flesh before, but what he ate this time was incomparable.

The Demon Emperor flesh he consumed previously barely matched about half a year of hard cultivation. However, this time, it at least equaled five years of cultivation.

The same Demon Emperor flesh, its efficacy was previously ten times less!

This was the additional marvelous use of the Glazed Verdant Fire.

The entire War Department was in celebration today.

Who could have predicted that this welcome banquet for the arrival of Lin Zhan and the Dragon Group members would significantly enhance their strength, with some even directly breaking through their bottlenecks?

As the night deepened, the embers of the bonfire gently swayed in the breeze, casting mottled and intricate shadows around.

The bonfire banquet lasted until midnight.

The War Soldiers dispersed with joy.

While Lin Dong, Hei Long, and Heavenly Envoy Dugu Tian continued their discussion in a quiet corner of the camp away from the hustle.

At that moment, the atmosphere became much more solemn and grave.

The surroundings were silent, with only the occasional sound of insects in the distance adding a touch of depth to the late-night conversation.

”Lin Zhan, inviting you to stay so late tonight is due to an important matter concerning the future of our Dragon Country War Department that needs to be discussed with you.” Hei Long’s voice was steady, his gaze resolute and undeniable.

Lin Dong’s expression stiffened upon hearing this, knowing that the contents to follow were definitely not ordinary. ”Please speak, Seniors.”

Dugu Tian took over the conversation, his tone carrying some concern: ”In recent years, the Extraterrestrial Battlefield situation has been turbulent, with the competition among various countries’ war departments growing increasingly fierce. The War Department Ranking, being a crucial measure of a nation’s comprehensive war department strength, its ranking directly affects our voice and resource allocation on the Extraterrestrial Battlefield.”

”In the previous War Department Ranking, our Dragon Country barely ranked twelfth! Twelfth, this ranking seems quite ahead, but for our Dragon Country War Department, it is far from sufficient.”

”But even so, it was earned through the blood and tears of countless soldiers.”

”But on the Extraterrestrial Battlefield, this ranking is really not enough.”

”The resources that can be allocated are too limited! And the new War Department Ranking competition is set to start in a month, we cannot repeat the same mistakes.” Hei Long added, his gaze sharp and focused directly on Lin Dong.

Lin Dong felt a stir in his heart, aware of the immense responsibility he carried as the Asura War God.

”Seniors, I, Lin Dong, though lacking in skill, am committed to fighting for Dragon Country without hesitation. However... shortly before, in a battle with the Qin Family Patriarch, I was affected by the Dead Soul Curse... Only finding Dragon’s saliva and Heart Speech Flower can break the curse upon me.” He shifted focus, a complex look in his eyes.

”We have already heard of your situation with the ’Dead Soul Curse.’” Dugu Tian interrupted Lin Dong, his tone full of concern, ”There is still a month until the War Department Ranking competition. During this time, you can seek that Dragon’s Saliva and Heart Speech Flower!”

”Our War Department will also do their utmost to gather information and find their whereabouts.”

Upon hearing this, Lin Dong nodded.

And at that moment, Hei Long took over the topic and elaborated on the key to the War Department Ranking:

”The War Department Ranking is mainly composed of three lists: War God Ranking, Potential Ranking, and Elite Ranking.”

”The War God Ranking is naturally a contest among top War Gods from various countries; the Potential Ranking is a contest among war department soldiers under thirty; the Elite Ranking is to select the most elite combat teams from various countries’ war departments for competition. The average of these three constitutes the final ranking.”

”We earnestly request you, Lin Zhan, to represent Dragon Country in the War God Ranking with your Asura War God identity. Your participation will be our greatest support.” Hei Long’s tone was filled with anticipation and trust.

Lin Dong remained silent for a moment, then said with a smile:

”Okay! I promise you, but before that, I must first address the issue of the ’Dead Soul Curse.’” He raised his head, his gaze steady, ”Dragon’s Saliva and Heart Speech Flower are my only hope.”

”Of course, regardless of whether I can find them within this month, I will return in a month to fight for Dragon Country.”

Hei Long and Dugu Tian exchanged a glance, seeing relief and trust in each other’s eyes.

”Alright, Lin Zhan, we believe in you. While searching for the antidote, please also take care of yourself.”