Degrade from Nobility to a Humble Slave

Zen who had experienced the state of forgetting himself through soul refining could sense the intent of the dragon head.

What confused Zen was why a dragon head carved out of rock by craftsmen would emanate intent.

Since Zen could not figure out this mystery, he decided to drop it and followed the other disciples into the Dragon Fort.

As he entered, Zen could hear the cracking sound released by kerosene-filled torches.

The torches shed light and created shadows, adding to the mystery of the fort.

Martin directed the followers toward a building before telling them, "You can rest in this building for now. You are requested to follow the rules of Dragon Fort. Whoever wants to hunt the blade locusts with the Imperial Army should wait for assignments. Meanwhile, anyone who wants to face the insects alone can leave at any time!"

Martin's proclamation prompted a mixed response from the disciples of Cloud Sect.

Four disciples stepped forward and saluted to Martin before the leader spoke, "Martin, it is very kind of you to rescue us today, but we have decided to operate at our will."

Martin waved his hand and replied, "Suit yourself!"

The four bid farewell to their fellow disciples and took their leave.

After their departure, the remaining Cloud Sect disciples began talking among themselves. Slowly, each group decided to follow the example of the four that left first.

Finally, only four disciples remained including Zen.

This was Zen's first experience with participating in an Insect Aggression. He saw no harm in joining the Imperial Army as he was currently non-allied.

The other three disciples that had chosen to stay back also had their reasons for hunting the blade locusts with the Imperial Army.

Zen recognized one disciple to be the youth with a ponytail who saved him in the gigantic flying chariot.

Now that a few disciples had decided to work with the Imperial Army, Martin smiled and nodded to them before dismissing his soldiers. He turned and instructed the soldiers, "Today's task has been completed You may enjoy your free-time!"

After the dismissal, Martin guided the four disciples into the building.

The gray-painted building was virtually a tavern.

a strong scent that seemed to be a mix

were overwhelmed by the

the living environment of the Imperial Army stationed at Dragon Fort. It is inferior to the environment to which

here fought beasts

harsh environments," the young man with the ponytail smiled

table brought in and shouted to

old as the jar was covered with dust. The barkeeper opened the cap and poured the liquid

appearance, was aromatic

four disciples drank at will. Martin wolfed down his

smiled before sharing their names with

"Zen Luo."

"Sun Zhao!"

"Tank Yang!"

"Roger Meng."

Zen finally learned the name of the

names to memory and lifted his cup to express

Zen drained his cup before continuing, "I expect a greater likelihood of victory through this alliance. I cannot figure out why the

but the most of Cloud Sect disciples are hesitant to ally with them. Is there a reason behind

managed to say, "Zen, since this is your first time

nodded and admitted his unfamiliarity, Roger added to Martin's explanation, "When the disciples form a group of four or five people, they cooperate well and coordinate when hunting blade locusts. Their success leads to handsome rewards. However, cooperating with the Imperial Army would mean fewer opportunities to maneuver.

elaborate explanation

from the Imperial

one reason from

at the nature level naturally felt themselves superior

his subordinates were at the bone, organ, and

on Cloud Sect disciples for their lack of military-like discipline and

in the Imperial Army were willing to seek short-term assistance and support from Cloud Sect disciples

I take the liberty to ask about your reason for allying with the Green Haze Group." Zen could not figure out why Roger had chosen to stay. As for him, he stayed because of his unfamiliarity with the Dragon Fort and the situations here.

his shoulders and smiled as he replied, "I came here to

about to ask Roger to elaborate, a voice from a neighboring table caught his attention.

falsity of all that I have been told at the sight of

man with