Chapter 298 It seems we have some bad seeds among us
Chapter 298 It seems we have some bad seeds among us
At this moment, the power of information and the people came to light.
Ethan's scalp tingled.
He could already imagine the people of Starlight County arriving in Whisperwood Vale, only to be met with resistance from the local factions, who would treat them like outsiders trying to seize their homes.
And indeed...
Ethan's consciousness instantly shifted to where Joseph was.
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He saw numerous airships heading towards Cloudview County, the faces of the Starlight County Psychics etched with displeasure, as if they had suffered a great injustice.
At that moment, Joseph was sprawled out on the deck, fast asleep, while Katie gently wiped down her Sparkly Unicorn Bow.
"Brother... isn't this a bit unfair?" Katie transmitted her voice to Joseph, her expression unchanged.
Even though her brother was asleep, she was certain he could still hear her.
As expected, Joseph's lazy voice echoed in her mind, "There's nothing unfair about it. Even if I didn't do this, they would eventually be treated as outsiders, just like what we've heard about our family's struggles in Cloudview County all those years ago. I'm just letting them face reality sooner. It's their choice whether they come back with us now."
"I understand, brother."
"What do you understand?"
"Lazy people really do have clever minds. They spend all day scheming instead of working."
"..."
Meanwhile, on the bow of the ship, Duke Jon and Arcane Society Chuck stood together, Jon glancing at Joseph with a strange expression.
Chuck clenched his fists beside him. "Damn Whisperwood Vale, calling us Mystic Alliance barbarians! If you hadn't stopped me, I would have taught them all a lesson! I told you, we shouldn't have gone to Whisperwood Vale in the first place. Why subject ourselves to such humiliation? We're not as enlightened as your grandson!"
"We'd rather die on our feet than live on our knees!"
As if hearing Chuck's words, the experts from Starlight County glared fiercely.
Only Jon smiled faintly. "Old Blackwood, it seems we have some bad seeds among us."
The wind on the deck ruffled Joseph's hair as he snored peacefully, oblivious to the slight upward curve of his lips.
For an entire month, Ethan diligently learned from Bill Daoist and Owen in Border Town, while the Druids refrained from making any moves.
Many members of the Blackwood family and experts from Cloudview County were engaged in rebuilding Border Town.
The mountain that Daoist had created with his immense psychic powers at the border, stretching for six miles, still stood tall beyond the Azure Cloud border, inadvertently bolstering Cloudview County's defenses.
Now, the people of Cloudview County planned to use it as a foundation, utilizing their psychic powers to erect a 330-foot-tall and at least 660-mile-long wall along the Azure Cloud border to resist the Druids.
The Psychics of Cloudview County had effectively formed an army.
Prior to this, Martin had also maintained an army.
These armies in the world of cultivation all cultivated psychic powers and employed military formations.
It was similar to the Heath Spear Forest Formation that the Blackwood family had obtained from Pine Forest Town many years ago.
Ethan had learned about it in his spare time and found it fascinating.
[Various factions have decided to establish the 'Azure Cloud Army.' Your descendant, Daniel, due to his remarkable victory in the previous battle against the Druids, has been nominated and appointed as the Commander of the Azure Cloud Army.]
Upon seeing this message, Ethan instantly appeared beside Daniel, who was currently on the city wall, overseeing the transfer of power within the Blackwood faction.
Behind Daniel stood most of the 'leader'-level experts from Thunderfire Demon Cave, Demon Hunters Alliance, and Dawn.
They were all at least at the Transcendent Seed realm or above, their numbers having dwindled to less than a hundred after the successive battles.
However, after these numerous trials by fire, the remaining individuals were absolutely loyal to the Blackwood family.
"From this day forward, you are all one entity, integrated into my Blackwood 'Heavenly Justice Hall.' The Heavenly Justice Hall has two branches: the overt branch, which conducts treasure businesses throughout the land, and the Covert Branch, which handles dangerous missions. As I am now tasked with commanding the Azure Cloud Army, your next leaders will soon return and make arrangements for you."
Upon hearing this, the numerous subordinates exchanged glances, a hint of wariness in their eyes.
Nevertheless, they all responded to Daniel with a respectful "Yes."
[The three factions within your family have merged to form a new force, the 'Heavenly Justice Hall - Covert Branch.' Your descendant, Joseph, has been appointed as the Head of the Heavenly Justice Hall - Covert Branch.]
"Joseph's going to have his hands full now," Ethan chuckled to himself.
Among the Blackwood children, Joseph wasn't the sharpest tool in the shed.
His cultivation had even regressed to the eighth level of Foundational Energy, and he had yet to make a name for himself.
The people of Cloudview County only knew of Blackwood Katie, and even Jeffrey's children had gained some reputation.
Yet, no one knew of Joseph.
However, Ethan knew full well that all of the Blackwood sixth generation descendants combined were no match for Joseph alone.
As for the Heavenly Justice Hall - Overt Branch... that was the public face of their organization, and Luna had always been in charge.
Its primary purpose was to earn Energy Stones.
Occasionally, promising Blackwood children would be sent to the overt branch for training, allowing them to experience setbacks in the business world and learn valuable lessons by spending Energy Stones.
At the same time, Luna would assess their reliability.
The reason for this arrangement was Jeffrey's numerous offspring, who had also begun to procreate at an alarming rate.
As the subordinates dispersed, Jessica, who had been standing behind Daniel, furrowed her brows.
"Uncle, although these individuals are loyal to our family, they are all used to acting independently and harbor their own agendas. They are a lawless bunch. Joseph is still young. Can he truly control them?"
"I had originally intended for you to lead the Covert Branch, but you insisted on joining the military. Now, we have no choice but to entrust it to Joseph. I can only hope that he can keep them in line."
Daniel let out a sigh.
Seeing Daniel's helpless expression, Ethan couldn't help but smile wryly.
Amelia was currently assisting Diana in her recovery.
Julian... well, he was still busy forging, which was a great help in itself.
Marcus had to lead the Sky Sect, and Warren Daoist was still missing.
If it weren't for the fact that his soul lamp was still lit, Ethan would have thought that his old friend had perished.
As for the third generation of the Blackwood family...
[The third generation of your Blackwood descendants has begun to integrate the Druid infant bones and cultivate magic alongside the Lord of Frenzied Blood.]
At this moment, those eight youngsters were in Marcus' Sky Hall.
Otherwise, they would probably be clamoring to venture into the Endless Forest.
As for the fourth generation... Ethan noticed George and Justin sneaking off to the Endless Forest.
With William away, these two had taken Larry, the beast tamer, with them, forming a new trio.
They had been staking out a Druid tribe for over a month but had yet to find an opportunity to strike.
Apart from Joseph, there really wasn't anyone reliable.
Ethan briefly glanced at the children Jeffrey had sired.
Among the fifth generation and the sixth generation, there were some promising individuals, but compared to the rest of the Blackwood family, they were merely average or still in their developmental stages.
However, the reason Daniel was willing to relinquish control of the Covert Branch and let Joseph take charge was that both he and Jessica had witnessed the greater potential within the Azure Cloud Army!
Jessica said in a solemn tone, "Uncle, commanding the Azure Cloud Army won't be easy either. They come from various factions within Cloudview County, including Martin's forces. The army is a mixed bag, with no one willing to submit to another. We have our work cut out for us."
"Hahaha, I was able to suppress the various factions within Thunderfire Demon Cave back in the day. Now, as long as you give me enough time, I can transform this Azure Cloud Army into the 'Blackwood Army'!"
Daniel burst into hearty laughter.
"May the Forefather bless us! Only by having our family control everything can we truly live up to his expectations!"