Chapter 4: Growth (Part 1)

Lin Lei said calmly

Wharton hummed and said, "I know, brother, after you rinse, you will go to father for lessons"

Holding Lin Lei in the ancestral hall back then was a truly rare occasion. Normally, Hogg's demands on Lin Lei could be described as 'strict'; in every aspect, Hogg pursued perfection. He did not allow Lin Lei even the slightest mistake

Lin Lei said with a smile

Tick!

Yesterday, he also browsed through numerous books. It is evident that the Holy Alliance should be regarded as the 'art center' of the entire Yulan Continent. At the same time, the economy of the Holy Alliance is comparable to that of the foremost economic power, the 'Yulan Empire', across the entire Yulan Continent

The spring breeze has turned the white poplar trees surrounding the open space on the eastern side of Wushan Town green. In the open area, a group of youths is fervently training. It has been a year and a half since the last examination of the dragon blood warrior's lineage within them, and now Lin Lei is also eight years old. Over this year and a half, Xierman has clearly observed that Lin Lei's training has become even more diligent.

Level 8 Warrior

Although the father's words are simple, they easily resonate in one's heart and are readily understood

At this moment, Lin Lei was only wearing long pants, his bare upper body covered in sweat. He lay face down on the ground, his entire body taut like a tightly stretched string. His hands pressed firmly against the ground like the gnarled roots of an old tree, and he remained completely still, supported only by the tips of his hands and feet. His entire body was completely tense

Lin Lei was about to continue speaking, but Hogg directly interjected, "I ask you, how many kingdoms and principalities are there in our Holy Alliance?"

To the east of the Warcraft Mountains, there exist four great empires, six kingdoms, and numerous principalities. Among these, the four great empires are the most vast, unaffected by the influences of the Church of Light or the Church of Darkness. In the four great empires, imperial authority is the most revered. Any one of the four great empires can be compared to the Holy Alliance.

The robust and vigorous Wharton rushed up to Lin Lei as soon as he saw him

Moreover, an ordinary person who solely trains their body can theoretically reach the level of a Level 6 Warrior. However, this is merely theoretical, and in reality, such individuals are exceedingly rare. Yet we are different; even though the dragon blood warrior lineage within us is relatively scarce, it allows us to start at a higher level than others. By solely training our bodies, we can indeed cultivate to the level of a Level 6 Warrior. Your great-grandfather, in particular, once relied solely on his physical prowess to reach the level of a Level 7 Warrior.

Lin Lei spoke in one breath up to this point, and also let out a quiet sigh of relief

Sweat trickled down from his forehead along the edge of his eye, causing Lin Lei to feel a sharp ache in his right eye, and he involuntarily squinted it.

Lin Lei has a very good relationship with other youths. Although Lin Lei is considered a nobleman's son, he treats commoners very well. He often helps them with their training

Lin Lei respectfully bowed

The four great empires are as follows: the 'Yulan Empire' located in the center, the 'Rhein Empire' situated in the southeast, the 'Roao Empire' positioned in the east, and the 'O'Brien Empire' found in the north

Alright, Wharton, your brother will play with you at noon

The blonde Hadley shouted from the side

The Holy Alliance borders the 'O'Brien Empire' to the extreme north, while the Dark Alliance borders the 'Jade Orchid Empire' to the south. The Holy Alliance, under the leadership of the 'Light Pontificate', is united to a degree that is by no means inferior to that of the four great empires.

The Holy Alliance is indeed very powerful

After finishing his morning exercise, Lin Lei returned to the Baruch family mansion as usual after saying goodbye to a group of good friends. At just eight years old, Lin Lei would be mistaken for an eleven or twelve-year-old boy by those who were not familiar with him, rather than an eight-year-old child

So comfortable

Other children also began to shout

In the year 3578 of the Yulan calendar, the great stone sculptor 'Plux' was born, while Hog was sternly educating beside him, and Lin Lei was diligently memorizing and understanding, striving to meet his father's expectations

Hilman spoke beside.

Lin Lei pinched Wharton's small face and said with a smile

"Our Holy Alliance consists of six great kingdoms, ten, ten" Lin Lei suddenly furrowed his brow

Some of the children who had already given up were looking at Lin Lei and discussing among themselves

At this moment, my arms ache as if countless ants are biting them, and my entire body is trembling incessantly, with every muscle in every part of my body quivering. The intensity of each muscle's tremor is remarkably clear at this moment

How many principalities are there within the Holy Alliance? Lin Lei felt somewhat unclear; it seemed to be fifteen principalities, or perhaps seventeen kingdoms. For a moment, Lin Lei could not be certain.

Wharton is still a child, while Lin Lei is much more mature.

In Lin Lei's mind, the words his father had spoken to him a year ago echoed: "Lin Lei, we are from the Dragon Blood Warrior family. As a member of the Dragon Blood Warrior family, you have both advantages and disadvantages! The advantage is that even if your Dragon Blood Warrior bloodline concentration is insufficient to become a Dragon Blood Warrior, your body is still much better than that of an ordinary person. While others may find it difficult to reach the level of a sixth-tier warrior through physical training alone, you will find it somewhat easier than others."

The entire Yulan Continent is home to three major perilous regions, namely the First Mountain Range "Beast Mountain Range", the Second Mountain Range "Sunset Mountain Range", and the First Forest "Dark Forest". These three perilous regions cover an immensely vast area. Among them, the Beast Mountain Range nearly spans the continent from north to south, stretching over ten thousand miles, and is inhabited by countless magical beasts, including those with the power to "destroy heaven and earth"—the sacred domain magical beasts. The entire continent has also been shaped differently due to the presence of this Beast Mountain Range

Lin Lei roared inwardly: "I am currently stronger than others because I possess the bloodline of a Dragon Blood Warrior. However, I cannot cultivate fighting energy; I can only strive and strive again! If my great-grandfather was able to reach the rank of Level 7 Warrior solely through physical training, then it is possible for me to become a Level 8 Warrior, or even a Level 9 Warrior. Nothing is impossible."

Lin Lei nodded

The man next to him, Hillman, nodded in satisfaction.

Lying flat on the ground, completely relaxed, Lin Lei could clearly feel a tingling and itching sensation throughout his body. The muscles in various parts began to grow slowly after exercise. This growth was not noticeable after one or two sessions, but over time, the progress in his body became very evident.

After a long time, finally—"Bang!"

"Very good, Lin Lei, persevere, persevere!"

However, you also have disadvantages. The disadvantage is that the descendants of the Dragon Blood Warriors family are not allowed to cultivate any martial arts manuals. Due to the Dragon Blood Warrior bloodline within them, they can only practice the "Dragon Blood Manual," which conflicts with any other martial arts manuals. However, the "Dragon Blood Manual" can only be cultivated if the concentration of the Dragon Blood lineage reaches a certain level, so you are unable to cultivate martial arts.

After rinsing off, Lin Lei changed into a clean set of clothes and entered the living room. At that moment, his father, Hogg Baruch, was sitting upright at the dining table on the side of the living room. In front of Hogg lay three thick books.

"Lei, let's go, we will work hard to defeat those thirteen and fourteen-year-old big kids"

Hog looked coldly at his son, "Throughout the Yulan Continent, there are probably six major powers. The four great empires and the two major alliances"

Hmph

Hog's expression turned cold as he took a thorny branch from the side, and Lin Lei obediently extended his right hand

This is the true Hogwarts

Hogarth randomly took out a book from the side, which was as thick as a fist, and opened it.

Persevere, persevere.

Lin Lei listened to his father's words and felt a strong sense of agreement in his heart

Lin Lei collapsed to the ground, completely powerless.

Go for it, Lei

Hogarth coldly stated, "To be a noble, one must be well-versed in the arts; the arts can cultivate the inner temperament of a nobleman"

Lin Lei, as a noble scion, received an education that began from a young age. The Baruch family, an ancient lineage with a history spanning over 5,000 years, enforced an even stricter educational regimen than that of the kingdom's great nobles.

Brother

With the Radiant Church behind it

Hogg nodded indifferently, and Lin Lei immediately walked over to stand not far from Hogg.

A very simple yet effective exercise; if one can maintain this state for an hour, the body will no longer fear ordinary blades.

Lin Lei gritted his teeth

Today, we study art

Hog's eye muscles twitched suddenly, and the stick in his hand struck Lin Lei's right hand with a sharp "crack." A blood mark immediately appeared on Lin Lei's palm, but he merely gritted his teeth and endured it, not making a sound.

"Lei is truly impressive; at only 8 years old, his static tension training is already on par with that of a 13 or 14-year-old."

Yesterday, I narrated to you about all the countries of the entire Magnolia Continent; now, please recount it again.

Hogger said indifferently

Lin Lei clearly remembers his father's words

To the west of the Warcraft Mountains, there are a total of 12 kingdoms and 32 principalities. Among the various kingdoms and principalities to the west of the Warcraft Mountains, they are primarily divided into two factions. One is the Holy Alliance led by the Kingdom of Fenlai, and the other is the Dark Alliance led by the Kingdom of the Black Lion. The Holy Alliance and the Dark Alliance are in constant conflict with each other, as one is affiliated with the 'Light Church' and the other with the 'Dark Church'

Static tension exercises

Yes, Father

A ninth-level warrior can be considered the foremost expert in the Finlay Kingdom. If one reaches the eighth level, even if it does not allow the family to regain the glory of five thousand years ago, it would still significantly improve the family's circumstances

Suddenly, Hillman looked at the group of fourteen- and fifteen-year-old boys, his expression turning cold as he said, "Hold on, all of you. Lin Lei is only eight years old, and you are all nearing adulthood. Do not let an eight-year-old child surpass you."

Is that all

Persevere

"Lin Lei, you must remember that we are currently living in a sacred alliance, and we must have the utmost understanding of the matters concerning the sacred alliance"

The descendants of the Baruch family are indeed different from ordinary people

Hog's expression turned cold

Father

"Alright, Wharton, I am covered in sweat; let me wash up first"

Lin Lei kept telling himself