During this period, the territory's army had been engaged in hunting. While the spoils were not as substantial as those from raiding, the harvest had been considerable.
The storage of timber, stone, and iron essence in the warehouses had risen sharply, and the Xianmo Stones and Soul Crystals in the bracelet had also increased significantly.
The number of Xianmo Stones had now reached 2,115,500, and the total number of Soul Crystals was 3,520.
At this pace, perhaps after the current conquest war ended, Xianmo Minor City could successfully be upgraded to an Intermediate Minor City.
The three troop buildings might also receive further upgrades.
Therefore, Xiao Mo eagerly anticipated this conquest war and wished to participate personally.
He then smiled at Xian Qing'er and Mo Jingjing and said, "Let's go! We'll go and see too!"
The two women were startled by Xiao Mo's words. After glancing at each other, they both spoke in unison to dissuade him: "Master, it's safer for you to remain in the territory!"
Although they had already shared intimacy with Xiao Mo, it had only made the two women more loyal to him and even more concerned for his safety.
Xiao Mo smiled faintly, shaking his head. "I've been holed up in the territory for so long that I'm almost forgetting how to fight. It's time to get some exercise!"
"Besides, with you two by my side, what is there to worry about?"
Seeing Xiao Mo's determination, the two women still wanted to dissuade him, but they knew that once Xiao Mo made up his mind, he would see it through. They could only concede.
As the three were about to leave, the void vibrated, and Mu Ya, clad in a translucent green gauze dress, emerged from the void.
"Lord, why aren't you letting me participate in the battle? If I were there, the efficiency of the conquest would be much higher!"
As soon as Mu Ya appeared, she asked Xiao Mo with a face full of grievance.
Seeing her demeanor, Xiao Mo grinned. "The reason I'm not letting you go is because I have a more important task for you..."
"That is to guard Xianmo Minor City and prevent anyone from invading our territory!"
Hearing Xiao Mo's excuse, Mu Ya pouted and pointed to the sky. "Isn't Jiutian Jiuyou City up there? I'm not needed at all, am I?"
Xiao Mo shook his head. "No, this time I plan to use Jiutian Jiuyou City. It will leave the airspace above the territory, so you must stay to defend the territory!"
Xiao Mo was indeed preparing to ride Jiutian Jiuyou City to the battlefield.
Although he was determined to participate in the battle, necessary life-saving measures and precautions had to be taken.
Coupled with the speed of the War Fortress, there was no need for Mo Wuqing to specially open a space channel for him. By simply riding Jiutian Jiuyou City, he could reach the airspace above the Goblin Kingdom in just a few minutes.
This was the true reason Xiao Mo insisted on keeping Mu Ya behind.
If Jiutian Jiuyou City was gone, then Mu Ya, as a Saint, would be the strongest trump card in Xianmo Minor City territory.
If even Mu Ya left, he could not guarantee that no other forces would attack the territory.
For example, if the Dragon Clan army barged into the territory without a sound, the territory would likely fall directly.
Although the possibility of the Dragon Clan army invading stealthily was almost zero, Xiao Mo would not allow any element of insecurity to exist.
"Alright! Since that's the case, I'll stay!"
Mu Ya sighed with some regret, but as her gaze swept over Xian Qing'er and Mo Jingjing, her eyes suddenly lit up.
"Lord, natural wood women are quite alluring as wives. If you desire it, I can have Chunrou find you!"
Hearing Mu Ya's words, Xiao Mo's heart trembled, and the image of Mu Chunrou's voluptuous figure immediately flashed through his mind.
However, to conceal his burgeoning desire, Xiao Mo turned the tables and teased Mu Ya, "I'm not particularly interested in Mu Chunrou, but if it were you, I'd be very happy to have you as my queen. After all, it's always you little vixen seducing me!"
Xiao Mo's words first stunned Mu Ya, but then she smiled charmingly. Although a blush rose on her cheeks, she said without reservation, "I've been waiting for Lord to favor me!"
"However, what about this queen title?"
Seeing Mu Ya's enchanting demeanor, Xiao Mo suddenly felt a surge of lust, wishing he could possess her on the spot.
But in the end, reason triumphed over desire.
"The title of queen will be bestowed upon you when I establish my kingdom and officially become the King of the Xianmo Kingdom. At that time, like Xian Qing'er and Mo Jingjing, you will become my queen!"
Hearing Xiao Mo's words, which sounded like a promise, Mu Ya felt her heart pounding uncontrollably.
Although she had lived for over a thousand years, given the lifespan of the Wood People, she was still just a maiden.
Furthermore, for nearly a thousand years, she had never heard such sweet words.
While this was largely due to her being a spirit body that couldn't leave her main body before, she still hadn't heard them.
Actually, thinking about it, now that her strength had reached the Saint stage and her spirit body could act independently, and even shape a physical body, becoming the Lord's wife seemed like a very happy prospect.
With this thought, Mu Ya's heart felt as sweet as if she had eaten honey.
"Then when will the Lord establish the kingdom?"
Mu Ya felt a sense of impatience, asking with a smile as bright as a flower.
"It shouldn't be more than a few days. With our current strength, whether it's the Goblin Kingdom or the Elf Kingdom, even the Dragon Clan will be flattened by the territory's army!"
"After pushing aside these native forces, we will have truly conquered the entire Endless Abyss region!"
"At that time, it will be time for Xianmo Minor City to begin establishing the Xianmo Kingdom!"
Xiao Mo said with firm resolve.
No person or force could hinder the development of the Xianmo territory. Those who dared to obstruct them would all be eradicated by the Xianmo territory like autumn leaves swept away by the wind!
After hearing these words, Mu Ya became even more delighted. This meant that her becoming a queen was not far off.
However, Xiao Mo suddenly let out a cold laugh. "After the native forces are cleared out, it will be the turn of those territorial forces!"
"These arrogant lords won't be sitting idly by waiting for me to establish a kingdom! I expect it won't be long before the armies of territorial forces attack our territory!"
Then, Xiao Mo explained to Mu Ya the matter of him being targeted by territorial forces from all over the continent, leaving Mu Ya in stunned disbelief.
She truly hadn't imagined that the Lord could be considered an enemy of the world!
However, after understanding the reason, she also came to comprehend it.
Such actions wouldn't be limited to territorial forces; native forces on the Primordial Continent might even go further.
After all, how many among all the races in the world could tolerate being perpetually suppressed by others?
Moreover, if the Lord were quickly eliminated, and such great benefits could be obtained, it was likely that no one would be unmoved by such a prospect!
It was for this reason that Mu Ya became even more worried about Xiao Mo. She didn't know if the Lord could win this war.
Although she was a Saint who controlled the power of laws, facing an army of millions, she still felt quite powerless.
After all, she was only a Saint, not yet a God. In fact, even for a God, it would take considerable effort to defeat an army of millions.
Xiao Mo saw Mu Ya's worry and smiled confidently. "Don't worry! They're just a bunch of weaklings! I'm just waiting for them to come and die!"
"Alright, you stay here and guard the house. I'll head to the battlefield first!"
With that, Xiao Mo raised his hand and lightly pinched Mu Ya's nose. With a thought, he directly brought Xian Qing'er and Mo Jingjing to the top of Jiutian Jiuyou City.