8:00 AM, The Next Day
Luis, along with the other students, arrived at the training ground.
Although many were engaged in conversation, there was an air of mutual respect. No one dared to mock or bully others.
This was because no one had revealed their talents yet. Everyone remained cautious—after all, if someone provoked the wrong person and that individual awakened a powerful talent, revenge would be inevitable.
Thus, a sense of harmony prevailed. It was far better to have strong allies than powerful enemies.
Additionally, those who built connections early could form alliances upon reaching a Level 4 Town—a critical stage where Lords would truly begin to rise in power.
At this moment, the head master appeared above the altar again.
"Dear students, I hope you took the time to research your talents yesterday."
"Today, I will open a new secret realm—a brand-new world that is yours to conquer."
"Every in-game week, you will have the opportunity to return to this world for some time."
"However, be warned—our White Crane Academy is not the only one entering this realm. Hundreds of schools from the western region and thousands more from across the world will be competing alongside you."
"I encourage you, as students of the same academy, to form alliances once you become Town Lords."
"Also, be cautious. Our human race can only prevent the native cities from attacking you for one year. After that, City Lords above Level 7 will begin their assault to expel us outer lords."
"I won't say much more as you have already been taught in academy, but remember this: if you are strong, protect the weak. If you are powerful, protect yourself. And if you are still weak—survive."
"Now, it's time to open the secret realm. Good luck!"
With that said a portal began to appear from the altar.
"ENTER!"
"Remember the teachings of the school"
"Yes, Sir!" *thousands
The students replied with seriousness as they began to enter the portal.
Looking at the disappearing students, Head Master Andres gazed into the skies.
"If you are weak just give up, there are many path besides becoming a Lord", Andres murmured to himself.
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"Hmm."
When the first ray of sunlight in the early morning shone on Luis face, he turned around unhappily.
Without opening his eyes, his hand reached out to a remembered corner of the bed.
"Where's the phone? Damn it, did it fall off the bed again?"
Instead of touching the familiar cell phone, he felt as if my hand was pricked by something.
He sat up sleepily, touched his messy hair, and opened his eyes.
Soon, he became dumbfounded.
"Fuck, after entering the portal why did i sleep. This really feels like a dream."
Luis stood from the bed and looked around at the broken wooden house.
This should be the Lord House which is the most important thing in the Lord Territory.
Curiously, he walked out of the wooden house.
As soon as he went out, the scenery in front of him was pleasing to the eyes and unique. Luis felt like he had returned to primitive society.
Looking around, there is a lawn with birds singing, flowers blooming, and lush grass. It is as big as five football fields.
Colorful butterflies are flying among the flowers, and the grass is so green that it just covers the ankles.
In the distance of the football field, there is a forest with towering ancient trees and winding paths. The farther you go, the denser the forest becomes.
Faint sounds of tigers roaring and wolves howling can be heard from inside, which is so frightening that he dare not enter rashly.
Seeing the scene before him, Luis felt like there was a lot of work to do...
At this moment, the system panel appeared before him.
[Lord Territory Found please name your Territory]
After thinking for a while, Luis nodded.
"Imperion!"
This name fits for a ruler with great ambition.
[Name accepted, the previous owner of this name died at Lvl 6]
Village Name: Imperion
Village Level: 0
Mana: 0
Gold Coins: 0
Spirit Stones: 0
Heroes: 0
Population: 0
"Good, Build an portal for me"
[Building....]
[Portal Built, please select a specific land to place it]
Luis selected a place 200 meters right of Lord House and placed it.
[Building Name: Portal]
[Building Level: White Grade]
[Building Effect: Every day, five natives of the Secret Realm can be summoned from the Portal to become subjects of the Lord.]
[Construction Upgrade: 100 units of wood, 100 Spirit Stones!]
[Prompt: Do you want to summon immediately?]
"Yes!"
Luis immediately said.
He did not possess much management talent himself so he would have to rely on these subjects to deal with the various things in the territory.
In the next moment, the Portal suddenly blinded him with white rays of light, foreshadowing the arrival of five people.
"Greetings, my Lord!"
The five of them immediately knelt down and said respectfully when they came out and saw Luis.
"Raise" Luis said.
"Thank you, my Lord!"
Luis took a good look at them after they stood up.
Three of the five were men and two were women.
Amongst them, a man and woman seemed to be husband and wife.
The other man was holding a hammer and seemed to be a builder.
Then, the next man looked average.
The last woman, however, was an archer. She was the fighting professional among the five.
She was wearing the standard armor of the army, carrying a standard bow and arrows on her back, and a short sword at her waist.
She had a handsome face and sharp eyes.
Her attribute panel appeared.
[Subject: Kylie]
[Soldier Type: Archer]
[Strength Level: Level 1]
[Ability Overview: Stayed with a female hunter when she was young. Joined the army and became an archer when she grew up. She's good at archery.]
[Loyalty: 72]