"What's the point of having me join you?"

"You underestimate yourself, senior. In certain aspects, your abilities surpass even those of the Heavenly Snake senior."

Thinking of those hungry little snakes in the Hundred Beasts Plain, Chen Jiuge couldn't help but twitch his mouth. If only the Heavenly Snake could reproduce its own clan like the Spider Queen.

"No matter what, it won't change anything. If you want me to help protect the Star Moon Tribe, you'll need to show me something that impresses me!" the Spider Queen shook her head.

"Still not feasible?"

A hint of hesitation appeared on Chen Jiuge's face, but he finally relaxed with a smile, "Seems I need to bring out something good!"

"Senior, how about this as compensation?"

Among the most precious treasures left by Ying City in the Chaos Treasure House, one had already been consumed by the Heavenly Snake—the Heavenly Dome Divine Lotus. The other was what Chen Jiuge now presented—a Golden Core!

A Golden Core in the belly, my fate in my hands, not heaven's.

This saying may be a bit exaggerated, but it proves the importance of Golden Cores, especially since the Golden Core in Chen Jiuge's hand was not ordinary—it was a Seventh Revolutions Golden Core!

"What's this?"

Although the Golden Core emitted a strong ripple, with an indistinct allure, the Spider Queen, with her cultivation level, could endure this attraction.

"It's a Seventh Revolutions Golden Core. Its sole purpose is to enhance one's Origin Power!"

"I think you're not a match for the Heavenly Snake senior, possibly due to your bloodline. This Golden Core can strengthen your bloodline power, senior!"

"Really?" the Spider Queen expressed disbelief.

The bloodline of a fierce beast like herself could be traced back to the original Chaotic Fierce Beast, and this tiny Golden Core can have such an effect?

"You'll know once you try it, senior. If it's ineffective, I have nothing to say. But if it works, I hope you'll take on the role of commander of the City Guard Army, and your clan will assist us!"

"It's a tempting offer. I agree!"

The Spider Queen hesitated but eventually agreed, thinking if the Golden Core truly worked, it was worth lying low for a while.

"Please, senior!"

"Directly eat it?"

"That's right!"

"Gulp"

The Spider Queen promptly swallowed the Golden Core.

"Boom"

Under the powerful stimulation of the Golden Core, the Spider Queen erupted with a fierce aura.

Her black long hair flowed, and her originally seductive face now emanated the majesty of a Heavenly King level expert.

In just a quarter of an hour, the Spider Queen had completely absorbed the effects of the Golden Core, and her stunning face showed a hint of disbelief: "It really works!"

"Do you have any more of these Golden Cores?"

"If you give me three more, no, two more, I can become your Guardian!" the Spider Queen said urgently.

Chen Jiuge took a step back, distancing himself from the Spider Queen, with a wry smile, "I'm lucky enough to possess one with my cultivation level."

"Ah, indeed!"

The Spider Queen didn't doubt Chen Jiuge's words, though feeling somewhat regretful.

"I've accepted your request. Three days from now, I'll bring my clan to take command of the City Guard Army."

"Thank you, senior!"

"No need. We're in a state of shared prosperity now. I don't want the Star Moon Tribe to disappear; I quite enjoy this life!"

Watching the departing Spider Queen, Chen Jiuge chuckled lightly, "Enjoy it, huh? I do too. Hopefully, it will persist!"

Thinking of the original Eden Garden and Star Moon City in the True Realm, Chen Jiuge's expression turned somber. Time and again, Chen Jiuge wished to protect the Star Moon Tribe.

"I just want a place for everyone to be joyful and happy!"

Such a simple wish in the brutal Cultivation World seems exceptionally challenging.

......

Three days later, the Spider Queen led her clan to the city wall to assume the role of commander of the City Guard Army as promised.

Large black spiders, under the Spider Queen's lead, marched through the streets, terrifying countless children. Some overly protective parents were even harshly beaten.

Upon reaching the City Guard Army's camp, a fierce conflict broke out. However, under the Spider Queen's formidable strength, it didn't spill over into other areas, though the City Guard Army's officers endured quite a bit of punishment.

"Clan Leader, shouldn't we intervene?"

Mo Yu questioned the report sent by the Shadow Demon with a trace of doubt.

In just three days, the Spider Queen had sent dozens of mid-level officers home to recuperate, with at least several Golden Immortals among them, including a few Daluos. Isn't this a bit excessive?

"Mo Yu, you don't understand. The Heavenly Gift Realm reveres the law of survival of the fittest. Though the True Realm shares this principle, here it is more outright. When Su Ming took office, it was the same; without displaying enough strength, one cannot suppress those below."

"Moreover, to these soldiers, the Spider Queen seems more like an alien race. If her methods aren't harsh, future troubles will be more frequent. I think the Spider Queen realized this and deliberately targeted those officers."

Chen Jiuge felt slightly reassured; assigning the Spider Queen to handle city defense was indeed a wise choice, both in character and strength.

If it were the White Ape King, even if he could hold them down with strength, keeping them disciplined would be unrealistic.

"Mo Yu, you've managed Star Moon City longer than I have, and you likely have a talent for governance."

"The situation in the Star Moon Tribe is complex, and as scattered settlements are starting to be constructed, your responsibilities will be heavy. You need to familiarize yourself with the circumstances of the Heavenly Gift Realm and the Star Moon Tribe promptly," Chen Jiuge advised earnestly.

"Isn't the senior Shuibing here to help?" Mo Yu questioned, previously knowing that during Chen Jiuge's time in Star Moon City, most of the administrative affairs were handled by senior Shuibing.

Chen Jiuge shook his head slightly, "I trust my own people more."

Mo Yu paused for a moment and nodded, "I understand!"

"Hmm, go ahead!"

"Tap-tap-tap"

After Mo Yu's footsteps faded away, Chen Jiuge tapped the arm of the Taishi Chair, a Shadow Demon emerging from the shadows behind him.

"Bring back Akam and Ku Tou."

"After capturing so many fierce beasts, I think they're well-adjusted now. It's time for some tough battles!"

The Shadow Demon nodded in salute, its body gradually merging into the shadows.

The performance of the Three Great Armies was excellent, having expanded nearly three thousand miles of territory centered around the Star Moon Tribe, gathering a transient population exceeding a million mountain people, filling these newly completed towns halfway.

But most of the mountain people sent to the Star Moon Tribe were elderly, sick, and frail, with few young and strong individuals, creating a situation that made Chen Jiuge ponder.

This time, recalling the Seven Kill Army, Chen Jiuge intended for them to receive the mountain people captured by the Three Great Armies and observe the internal situation of their forces.

Though the Shadow Demon can achieve such tasks, it is better suited for clandestine observation, whereas direct contact with the Seven Kill Army is somewhat different.

"Xing Yan, hope you don't do anything foolish!"

With the Heavenly Snake and Spider Queen firmly allied, the Star Moon Tribe is no longer a playground for those Five Stars Remnant to cause trouble.

"If you refuse to settle down and stay safe, don't blame me for being ruthless!"

The current situation is so precarious; Chen Jiuge will no longer tolerate the presence of unstable factors in the Star Moon Tribe.

"Though Xing Yan's situation seems to be urgent, it's not something that can be resolved immediately. First, handle the affairs at Three Stars Town!"

Despite having so many people assisting with administrative duties, Chen Jiuge still feels overwhelmed.

Three Stars Town is not the end but rather the beginning. The Star Moon Tribe is essentially centered on the former Akam Tribe, amalgamating a large group of mountain people into a tribe, established barely a decade ago. It's unrealistic to say they have high loyalty.

Numerous issues need addressing within.

Three Stars Town just happens to have more prominent problems due to some unexpected reasons.