Bab 27: The Unseen Force
The Arrival of the Shadow Guards
The system's notification arrived at an unexpected moment. GODFIFA was meditating within his cultivation chamber, his inner energy swirling around him like a vortex of power.
> System Update: As the master of strategy and dominance, you have unlocked a new servant category—Shadow Guards. These elite individuals are trained in stealth, assassination, and intelligence gathering, far exceeding the protagonist's current cultivation level. They will remain hidden until you summon them.
A faint smile played on GODFIFA's lips. "Shadow Guards," he mused. "An unseen blade, ready to strike at the perfect moment. Just what I need."
As the notification faded, a portal of shadow energy materialized before him. From it emerged five figures, cloaked in black and emanating an aura of terrifying power. Each one exuded a presence that could rival high-level Dou Ancestors, far surpassing GODFIFA's current level of strength.
The leader of the group, a tall and imposing figure, knelt before GODFIFA. "Master, we are the Shadow Guards, loyal only to you. Command us, and we shall obey without question."
GODFIFA's eyes gleamed with satisfaction. "Your first task is simple—remain hidden. Observe the empire, collect intelligence, and eliminate threats if necessary. But do not reveal yourselves unless I command it."
The Shadow Guards bowed in unison, their forms dissolving into the shadows, becoming one with the darkness around them.
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Calculating the Next Move
GODFIFA leaned back in his chair, a glass of wine in hand as he reviewed the recent developments. His empire was growing rapidly, but so were the challenges.
He had learned of a rival faction within the Jia Ma Empire—a coalition of old aristocratic families displeased with his meteoric rise. Their resources and influence made them a potential threat, but GODFIFA saw them as stepping stones.
"Let them plot," he said to himself. "Their schemes will only pave the way for my success."
He assigned one of the Shadow Guards to infiltrate the coalition, gathering critical intelligence while ensuring their plans remained a step behind his.
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Expanding the Empire
GODFIFA's next initiative was the creation of a central trading hub—a grand city designed to facilitate commerce, innovation, and cultural exchange. He named it Eterna, a beacon of progress in the cultivation world.
Using the resources gained from the Azure Sky Auction House and his alliances, GODFIFA began construction. Modern ideas like zoning for trade districts, residential areas, and fortified defenses made Eterna unlike any city the empire had ever seen.
To ensure its security, GODFIFA secretly stationed a few Shadow Guards within the city, their presence ensuring that any threat would be neutralized before it could escalate.
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Romantic Tensions Deepen
While overseeing the city's development, GODFIFA spent time with both Gu Xuner and Queen Medusa, their relationships growing more complex and intimate.
One evening, as he and Xuner strolled through the gardens, she hesitated before speaking. "You've been so focused on your work lately. I wonder... do you ever think about what lies beyond all this power and ambition?"
GODFIFA stopped, turning to face her. "Every step I take is for the future—not just mine, but ours. Power is meaningless if it doesn't protect those I care about."
Xuner's eyes softened, and she stepped closer. "Then promise me something. Whatever happens, don't lose yourself in this pursuit. Stay the man I've come to..." She paused, her cheeks flushing.
GODFIFA smirked. "Come to what?" he teased, though his voice carried a warmth that made her heart flutter.
She looked away, unable to answer, but the unspoken emotions hung between them like a fragile thread.
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Unveiling the Auction House's Secret Weapon
During an auction event, GODFIFA revealed a new type of pill refined using the Starfire Furnace. This pill, called the Celestial Qi Pill, accelerated cultivation significantly, making it highly sought after.
The bidding war was fierce, with clans and sects vying for ownership. However, GODFIFA secretly retained the majority of the pills for his own use and allies, ensuring his inner circle grew stronger alongside him.
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A Calculated Encounter
While inspecting Eterna's progress, GODFIFA encountered a wandering cultivator—an elderly man with a mysterious aura. Recognizing him as a former high-ranking elder of the Misty Cloud Sect, GODFIFA saw an opportunity.
Through a calculated display of charm and intelligence, he convinced the man to join his cause, offering him a position as an advisor in exchange for loyalty.
The elder, impressed by GODFIFA's vision and charisma, agreed, further bolstering the protagonist's growing network of allies.
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The System's Gift: A New Reason to Dominate
As GODFIFA reviewed his progress, the system presented a new reward:
> Congratulations, GODFIFA! As your empire expands, the system acknowledges your growing dominance. You have unlocked the ability to assign categories to your servants. Current category unlocked: Shadow Guards. Future categories will be revealed as your empire and cultivation progress.
GODFIFA's mind raced with possibilities. The ability to categorize and specialize his servants meant he could create a hierarchy, each group tailored to specific tasks.
"This is just the beginning," he murmured, his confidence unshakable. "With every move I make, the world bends closer to my will."
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