Cao Xing thought: "Just in time, Hilda seems to have captured many blacksmiths this time."

"We can have them take over Harold’s work of forging equipment, while Harold focuses on crafting this Neros Cannon."

Then, he took another look at the attributes of the blueprint.

[Third Generation Steel Giant Blueprint (Leader Level)]

[Level: 70]

[Blueprint Effect: Can mass-produce leader-level Steel Giants in the Mechanical Factory, possessing ’Steel Bones’, ’Giant Trample’, ’Destructive Charge’, etc.]

(Note: Each Steel Giant will occupy 5 population)

[Materials needed: Advanced Mechanical Factory, 1000 Frost White Crystal Stones, 100 Star Meteorite Bars, 10,000 Fine Iron, 2000 Copper, 500 Mithril]

...

"Tsk tsk, as expected of a Level 70 leader war tool; the materials needed to build one are far more than for the Predator Robot."

"And it requires a material called Star Meteorite Bar, which I’ve never even heard of."

"Looks like there’s still a long way to go before I can start mass-producing Steel Giants!" Cao Xing reflected.

But overall, these two blueprints are really excellent.

In a resource-rich situation, just relying on these two blueprints, Cao Xing can mass-produce a large number of war tools to crush the enemy with firepower.

Satisfied, he put them into his backpack.

At this moment, the communication device by Cao Xing’s ear crackled with static.

It was from Bojie and Hilda.

Bojie’s voice sounded: "Lord, we have cleared all the resources in the outpost and are ready to return to the territory."

Cao Xing replied: "Very well, be careful on the way."

"Yes!" Bojie hung up the communication.

Cao Xing pondered: "Next, I also have to return to the territory and digest this harvest."

Then, he went to the corner of the East Gate of the Royal Palace, where the Teleportation Array was.

Assam, Dragon Speakers, and others were waiting there.

"Let’s go, we’re heading back."

"Yes, sir!"

With these words, they all stepped into the Teleportation Array together.

[Do you wish to activate the Teleportation Array and return to your territory?]

Cao Xing directly clicked confirm.

"Buzz!"

As the familiar light enveloped everyone once more.

The scene before them flashed, and everyone disappeared from where they were.

When they reappeared, they immediately felt the surrounding temperature was warmer.

It was like returning from a cold snowy land to a warm sanctuary.

Even Eternal Frost Main City wasn’t as warm as Cao Xing’s territory.

At this moment, looking at the familiar buildings in front of them, everyone had a relaxed smile on their faces.

For some reason, returning to the territory always instills a sense of relaxation.

Cao Xing smiled: "Alright, everyone worked hard in last night’s battle, go back and rest."

"Yes."

With this, Assam and the others left one after another.

Liu Muxue also headed towards the Lord Castle.

Meanwhile, Cao Xing was walking while conducting a post-battle review in his heart.

This time, their operation could be considered very successful.

Not only did they eliminate the major enemy of the Light Church, but the progress of the [Rooted Out] mission has also reached over 80%.

The old fellow Light God probably won’t show up for some time.

However, there is still a more troublesome issue. Besides Light God, he has another enemy.

Through a conversation with Light God, Cao Xing learned that during the arrival of the Bloody Army, there would be a period of rule chaos.

And during this period, divine beings from the Nether Abyss could rush out amidst the chaos.

Among them... is Nightmare God Dem.

"This Nightmare God seems to hold grudges too."

"Last time, I ruined his plans in the Witch Forest, and once he comes out, he’s likely to target me..."

"A bit troublesome indeed."

Thinking of this, Cao Xing frowned slightly.

Although during the negotiation with Light God, Cao Xing had made harsh statements, claiming that a bunch of gods who lost their divinity were not to be feared.

But that was to create a strong image; in reality, confronting these divine beings would still be challenging.

After all, no matter what, they were once divine beings.

Even if they’ve lost their divinity, they still possess the strength of demigods...

And Cao Xing had already witnessed how powerful demigods were from the Lizardman Statue, capable of severely injuring or even instant killing Legendary-level creatures.

Clearly, with Cao Xing’s current power, he couldn’t handle a demigod-level creature.

Cao Xing couldn’t help but curse: "Damn it, if these rule-breaking divine beings come out, shouldn’t the legitimate divine beings do something?"

"Where are the Six True Gods?"

After a round of cursing, Cao Xing shook his head.

After all, up to now, besides Light God, he hadn’t truly interacted with any divine beings.

He had no idea what their stance would be towards Light God, Nightmare God, and such divine beings.

A moment later, Cao Xing shook his head: "Forget it, there’s no need to overthink it."

"There’s still some time before the complete emergence of the Bloody Army." 𝕗𝕣𝐞𝐞𝘄𝐞𝚋𝚗𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗹.𝚌𝕠𝚖

"During this time, I can think of some methods to deal with this Nightmare God."

As previously mentioned, Cao Xing always followed the principle of relying on oneself rather than others.

As long as those demigods don’t come out immediately, there’s still hope.

"Next, let’s take a look at this trip’s harvest."

With that thought, Cao Xing glanced at the huge pile of resources in his backpack, and a smile appeared on his face.

This time’s harvest was abundant, very abundant!

If he could assimilate it all, it would definitely boost his territory’s strength significantly!

The most important among them was naturally the [Dominator-level Soul] dropped by the Archbishop.